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In the matter of Draft Sixth Amendment to the APERC (Licensees’ Standards of Performance) Regulation, 2004 – EQ

Summary: — ## 📌 Context * **Issuer:** Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) * **Subject:** Draft **Sixth Amendment** to the *Licensees’ Standards of Performance Regulation, 2004* (Regulation No. 7 of 2004). * **Date of Notice:** 12th September 2025 * **Place:** Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh — ## ⚡ Key Details 1. **Draft Amendment Prepared:** * APERC has […]

GST on Renewable Energy Devices Rationalised to 5% to Accelerate India’s Clean Energy Transition – EQ

In Short : The GST Council has rationalised the tax rate on renewable energy devices to 5%, aiming to accelerate India’s clean energy transition. This move will reduce project costs, make solar and wind technologies more affordable, and encourage greater adoption. By lowering financial barriers, the reform supports India’s renewable targets and strengthens its path […]

ADB $52 Million Project to Power Cambodia’s Renewable Energy Path – EQ

In Short : The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a \$52 million project to accelerate Cambodia’s renewable energy journey. The initiative will focus on expanding solar power, strengthening grid infrastructure, and improving electricity access in underserved regions. Aimed at cutting carbon emissions and boosting sustainability, the project will support Cambodia’s long-term energy security and […]

Petition of the CERC (Conduct of Business) and (Terms and Conditions of Tariff) Regulations for the Northern Region ISTS and State Utility Communication Network – EQ

Summary: — ## **PGCIL Tariff Petitions (NR, ER, SR, NER & OPGW Schemes)** **Forum:** Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), New Delhi **Date of Hearing:** 19 August 2025 **Coram:** * Jishnu Barua, Chairperson * Ramesh Babu V., Member * Harish Dudani, Member * Ravinder Singh Dhillon, Member — ### **1. Petitions Covered** * **214/TT/2024** – UNMS […]

Petition for determination of transmission tariff for under “Upgradation of SCADA/RTUs/SAS in Central Sector Stations and Strengthening of OPGW Network” in the Eastern Region – EQ

Summary: — ## **Case Summary – PGCIL (SCADA/RTU Upgradation & OPGW Strengthening in ER)** **Forum:** Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), New Delhi **Petition No.:** 265/TT/2025 **Date of Hearing:** 19 August 2025 **Coram:** * Jishnu Barua, Chairperson * Ramesh Babu V., Member * Harish Dudani, Member * Ravinder Singh Dhillon, Member — ### **1. Case Background** […]

Petition for determination of the transmission tariff for Establishment o Communication System at SLDCs of the Eastern Region – EQ

Summary: — ## **Case Summary – PGCIL (BSPTCL OPGW Links & SCADA/EMS Upgradation)** **Forum:** Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), New Delhi **Petition No.:** 251/TT/2024 **Date of Hearing:** 26 August 2025 **Coram:** * Jishnu Barua, Chairperson * Ramesh Babu V., Member * Harish Dudani, Member * Ravinder Singh Dhillon, Member — ### **1. Case Background** * […]

SJVN Ltd issue Tender for setting up of 1.6 MW Grid connected RTS PV Power Projects in the Eastern Region under RESCO MODE PMSGM – EQ

Summary: — ### 📌 Tender Details * **RfS No.** * Southern Region: *SJVN/RTS/2025-26/Rooftop Solar-16* * Eastern Region: *SJVN/RTS/2025-26/Rooftop Solar-17* * **Project Scope** Development of **grid-connected rooftop solar PV projects (without battery storage)** on Union Government buildings under **PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana**. * **Southern States**: Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala – **3276 […]

MES issue Tender for Provision of Roof Top Solar Plants at Various Location in Certain Buildings under GE EM Lucknow – EQ

Summary: — ## **Tender Summary – MES (Provision of Rooftop Solar Plants, GE EM Lucknow)** **Organisation:** Military Engineer Services (MES) **Tender No.:** CWE/LKO/EM/T-19 of 2025-26 **Location:** Certain buildings under GE EM Lucknow **Estimated Cost:** ₹77.00 lakh (at par market) **Completion Period:** 180 days — ### **1. Scope of Work** * Provision, installation & commissioning of […]

India Adds 23 GW Renewable Capacity in Five Months, Emerges Third-Largest Global Power Grower – EQ

In Short : India has added 23 GW of renewable energy capacity in just five months, making it the third-largest country globally in power sector growth, according to Union Minister R.K. Singh Joshi. The surge, driven by solar, wind, and other clean energy sources, underscores India’s rapid transition to renewables and strengthens its position as […]

GoM Deliberates on Discom Reforms, Debt Relief, and Smart Meter Rollout to Strengthen Power Distribution – EQ

In Short : The Group of Ministers (GoM) held a meeting to address challenges in India’s power distribution sector. Key discussions included implementing power sector reforms, providing debt relief to financially stressed discoms, and expanding prepaid smart meter installations. The initiatives aim to modernize operations, improve revenue collection, and enhance financial sustainability, ensuring more efficient […]