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CAQM revokes GRAP Stage-III amid significant improvement in air quality – EQ

In Short : The Commission for Air Quality Management has revoked GRAP Stage-III restrictions after a notable improvement in air quality across the Delhi-NCR region. The decision reflects sustained reductions in particulate matter levels and favorable dispersion conditions. While emergency curbs have been relaxed, authorities have emphasized the continued enforcement of baseline measures to prevent […]

During the period 2018-2025, Delhi witnessed its lowest average PM10 and PM2.5 concentration levels in the current year, barring COVID year 2020 – EQ

In Short : An assessment of air quality data from 2018 to 2025 shows that Delhi has recorded its lowest average PM10 and PM2.5 concentrations in the current year, excluding the exceptional COVID year of 2020. The improvement reflects sustained policy action, tighter enforcement, cleaner technologies, and structural emission control measures rather than temporary or […]

Petition of Hatsun Agro Product Limited for seeking directions upon MSEDCL to allow Net Metering – EQ

Summary: — ### 1. Case Background * **Petitioner:** Hatsun Agro Product Limited (HAPL) * **Respondent:** Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd. (MSEDCL) * **Order Date:** 1 January 2026 * **Issue:** Whether rooftop solar under **Net Metering** can operate simultaneously with **Open Access** after notification of DOA (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2023. ### 2. Project & Consumer […]

Petition for Truing up and the determination of transmission tariff for Assets under “Transfer of Power from Generation Projects in Sikkim to NR / WR Part-A” in the Eastern Region – EQ

Summary: — ### Nature of Petition Transmission Licence & Tariff Adoption Proceedings Filed under: * Sections **14 & 15** of the Electricity Act, 2003 (Grant of Transmission Licence) * Section **63** of the Electricity Act, 2003 (Adoption of Transmission Charges) * Regulated under **CERC Transmission Licence Regulations, 2024** — ### Petition Overview Multiple petitions have […]

Petition with CERC (Procedure, Terms and Conditions for Grant of Transmission License and other related matters) Regulations to Transmission License to Vindhyachal Varanasi Transmission Limited – EQ

Summary: — ### Nature of Petition Transmission License Application & Tariff Adoption Filed under Sections 14, 15, and 63 of the Electricity Act, 2003 Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) Framework ### Project Description Grant of transmission licence and adoption of transmission charges for the project titled: **“Inter-Regional Strengthening between Southern Region (SR) Grid and Western Region […]

Petition with CERC (Procedure, Terms and Conditions for Grant of Transmission License and other related matters) Regulations with respect to Transmission License to SR WR Power Transmission Ltd – EQ

Summary: — ### Nature of Filing Regulatory Petition | Transmission License & Tariff Adoption Filed under Electricity Act, 2003 ### Petition Details **Petition No. 885/TL/2025** Application under Sections 14 & 15 of the Electricity Act, 2003 for grant of Transmission License **Petition No. 884/AT/2025** Application under Section 63 of the Electricity Act, 2003 for adoption […]

KERC Corrigendum to Tariff Order 2025 of MSEZ APR for FY24 and Approval ARR for the Control Period – EQ

Summary: — ### Issuing Authority Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC), Vasanth Nagar, Bengaluru – 560052 ### Nature of Document Corrigendum to Tariff Order 2025 Annual Performance Review (APR) for FY 2023–24 & Approval of ARR and Retail Supply Tariff for FY 2025–26 to FY 2027–28 ### Subject of Corrigendum Correction in the percentage allocation of […]

DGDE issue Tender for DSIC Roof Top PV Solar Power Plant at SVP Cantonment General Hospital and Ravindranath Tagore School Pune Cantt – EQ

Summary: — ## Key Financial Details * **Estimated Project Cost:** ₹156.00 lakh * **Earnest Money Deposit (EMD):** ₹1,56,000 * **Security Deposit:** ₹7,80,000 * **Tender Fee:** ₹5,000 (Non-refundable) * **Contract Duration:** 3 months * **Price Basis:** Rates inclusive of all taxes, duties, PF, professional tax, GST, and third-party inspection costs — ## Important Dates & Timelines […]

Ministry of Railways issue Tender for Implementation of Rooftop Solar PV System at Various Locations of Rameswaram station of Madurai division, Southern Railway, through RESCO Mode – EQ

Summary: — ## Executive Deal Snapshot **Issuer:** Southern Railway (Government of India) **Project Type:** Rooftop Solar PV – RESCO Model **Location:** Rameswaram Station, Madurai Division, Tamil Nadu **Estimated Deal Size:** ₹137.84 crore **Contract Duration:** 25 years (tariff-based power supply) — ## Project Purpose & Scope * Development, installation, operation, and maintenance of rooftop solar PV […]

India Records New December High as Peak Power Demand Surges Past 241 GW – EQ

In Short : India’s peak power demand reached 241,201 MW in December, reflecting rising electricity consumption driven by economic activity, weather conditions, and growing electrification. The milestone highlights increasing pressure on power infrastructure while underscoring the importance of generation capacity expansion, grid resilience, and accelerated integration of renewable energy to meet future demand reliably. In […]