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Petition of the CERC (Conduct of Business), (Indian Electricity Grid Code) and (Terms and Condition of Tariff Regulations) for the Transmission System of Kallam Transmission Limited in the Western Region – EQ

Summary: —- **1. Document Nature & Core Issue:** * This is a **regulatory proceeding record** from the **Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC)**. * **Petition No.:** 844/TT/2025. * **Core Business Issue:** Determination of the **transmission tariff** for a specific electricity transmission asset under the **Regulated Tariff Mechanism (RTM)**. * **Petitioner:** Kallam Transmission Limited (KTL). * **Asset:** […]

NVVN issue Tender for Development Of 1.2 MW Rooftop Solar Projects at Various Locations of Beml – EQ

Summary: —- **1. Project Overview:** * **Title:** Development of 1250 KW Rooftop Solar Projects at Various Locations of BEML. * **Client:** NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Limited (NVVN), a subsidiary of NTPC Ltd. * **Project Type:** Design, engineering, procurement, construction, and operation & maintenance (O&M) of distributed rooftop solar plants across multiple BEML premises in India. […]

MES issue Tender for Repair to Unserviceable items of 1 MW Solar Power Plant at Makarpura Under GE (A) Baroda – EQ

Summary: —- **1. Project Overview:** * **Title:** Repair to Unserviceable Items of 1MW Solar Power Plant at Makarpura, under GE (A) Baroda. * **Estimated Cost:** INR 24,68,100 (Rupees Twenty Four Lakhs Sixty Eight Thousand One Hundred Only). * **Completion Period:** 180 Days. **2. Key Contract & Bidding Structure:** * **Contract Type:** Item Rate Contract based […]

MES issue Tender for Special Repair of Solar Roof Top Solar Plant Installed in Certain Unit at Jaisalmer MIL STN – EQ

Summary: —- **1. Project Overview:** * **Title:** Special Repair of Solar Rooftop Plant at Jaisalmer Military Station. * **Estimated Cost:** INR 43.90 Lakhs (market parity). * **Completion Period:** 4 Months from site handover (approx. 2 weeks after tender acceptance). **2. Key Contract & Bidding Structure:** * **Contract Basis:** Governed by MES standard documents (IAFW-1779-A, GCC […]

NTPC to Invest ₹80,000 Crore in Telangana, Boosting Renewable Energy Capacity and Green Growth – EQ

In Short : NTPC has announced an investment of ₹80,000 crore in renewable energy projects in Telangana, reflecting a major push toward India’s clean energy transition. The investment will focus on large-scale solar, wind, and hybrid energy projects, strengthen local energy infrastructure, create employment opportunities, and support Telangana’s emergence as a renewable energy hub, contributing […]

Telangana’s Model Solar Villages Shine as Exemplars of Clean Energy Transformation – EQ

In Short : Telangana’s Model Solar Villages are emerging as national exemplars of renewable energy adoption, showcasing how decentralized solar power can transform rural communities. By combining rooftop and ground-mounted solar systems with energy-efficient solutions, these villages enhance electricity access, reduce carbon emissions, generate local employment, and demonstrate a scalable model for sustainable, inclusive, and […]

Union Budget Charts Strong Push for Grid-Scale Energy Storage to Enable India’s Green Energy Transition – EQ

In Short : Union Minister Pralhad Joshi stated that the Union Budget aims to accelerate grid-scale energy storage, enabling seamless integration of green energy into the power system. He highlighted that enhanced policy and financial support for storage infrastructure will strengthen grid stability, improve renewable energy utilisation, and play a critical role in India’s journey […]

Budget 2026 Unveils Major CCUS Drive with Tax Relief to Accelerate India’s Clean Technology Transition – EQ

In Short : In Budget 2026, the Finance Minister proposed a ₹20,000 crore push for Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage while announcing customs duty relief for batteries, solar, and nuclear technologies. The measures aim to accelerate clean technology adoption, strengthen domestic manufacturing, reduce emissions, and support India’s long-term strategy for sustainable industrial growth and energy […]

Customs Duty Exemption on Lithium Batteries Seen as Catalyst for India’s EV Infrastructure Expansion – EQ

In Short : Industry stakeholders believe that customs duty exemption on lithium batteries will significantly support the creation of electric vehicle infrastructure in India. By reducing input costs, the policy is expected to accelerate EV adoption, improve affordability, strengthen charging networks, and stimulate domestic manufacturing, ultimately supporting India’s transition toward clean mobility and a sustainable […]

Luminous Launches Its First Lithium-Ion Battery Assembly Line, Marking a Major Step in India’s Energy Storage Journey – EQ

In Short : Luminous has inaugurated its first lithium-ion battery assembly line at Baddi, strengthening India’s domestic energy storage manufacturing ecosystem. The new facility reflects the company’s strategic shift toward advanced battery technologies, supporting the growing demand for clean energy, electric mobility, and reliable power backup while contributing to industrial growth and technological self-reliance. In […]