In Short : The Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025 aims to modernise India’s power sector by introducing competition in electricity distribution, improving the financial health of DISCOMs, ensuring cost-reflective tariffs, and strengthening regulatory frameworks. The Bill seeks to enhance consumer choice, promote efficiency, attract private investment, and support India’s clean energy transition while ensuring reliable and […]
Power Sector Reforms Gain Momentum as Electricity Amendment Bill Set for February Session – EQ
In Short : The Union Budget 2026 has signalled renewed momentum for power sector reforms, with the Electricity Amendment Bill expected to be taken up in the February parliamentary session. The proposed legislation aims to strengthen distribution reforms, improve efficiency, and enhance consumer choice, marking a critical step in modernising India’s electricity framework amid growing […]
Petition of the CERC (Terms and Condition for Renewable Energy Certificates for Renewable Energy Generation) Regulations to self – consumption of electricity at its co–generation facilities – EQ
Summary: — ### **Subject of Petition** Petition under **Regulation 17** of the **CERC (Terms and Conditions for Renewable Energy Certificates for Renewable Energy Generation) Regulations, 2022** — seeking **regulatory directions to NLDC** to allow **trading of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs)** issued to the Petitioner for **self-consumption** of electricity at its **co-generation facilities**. — ### **Background** […]
Renewables Surpass Coal as World’s Leading Source of Electricity – EQ
In Short : Renewable energy has surpassed coal as the world’s largest source of electricity, driven by rapid growth in solar, wind, and hydropower. Declining coal demand and increased adoption of low-carbon technologies have reshaped global electricity generation. This milestone highlights the accelerating global energy transition, supporting climate targets, reducing carbon emissions, and signaling a […]
The Gazette of India – Electricity Amendment – EQ
Summary: — ### **Overview** * **Issued by:** Ministry of Power, Government of India * **Date of Notification:** 19th September 2025 * **Legal Basis:** Section 176 of the **Electricity Act, 2003** * **Amends:** Electricity Rules, 2005 — ### **Key Amendments** 1. **Energy Storage System (ESS) Usage** * ESS can be used **independently** or as part of […]
Electricity Futures Set to Reshape India’s Power Market with Price Stability and Investment Boost – EQ
In Short : Experts say electricity futures will benefit both discoms and power producers by enabling price hedging, improving financial planning, and enhancing market transparency. With trading set to begin on NSE and MCX, these contracts offer protection against price volatility, encourage investment in peak-period supply, and support battery integration—marking a major step in the […]
Chhattisgarh: 17 villages in Maoist-hit areas get electricity for the first time – EQ
In Short : Seventeen remote villages in Chhattisgarh’s Maoist-affected Mohla-Manpur-Ambagarh Chowki district have received electricity for the first time under the Mukhyamantri Majratola Vidyutikaran Yojana. The ₹3 crore project, benefiting around 540 families, overcame challenges like dense forests and security risks. Villagers celebrated as grid electricity marked a new era of development in these long-neglected […]
Public hearing on Draft CERC (Cross Border Trade of Electricity) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2024 – EQ
Public hearing on Draft CERC (Cross Border Trade of Electricity) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2024 For more information please see below link:
Iraq signs deal with US firm to produce 24,000 MW of electricity – EQ
In Short : Iraq has signed an MoU with U.S.-based GE Vernova to build 24,000 MW of combined-cycle gas power plants, aiming to boost domestic electricity production. Additionally, Iraq partnered with UGT Renewables for a 3,000 MW solar project. These deals include plans for financing, transmission upgrades, and training, aligning with Iraq’s push to reduce […]
Petition for Grant of Category V License for inter-state trading in electricity of CERC (Procedure, Terms & Conditions for grant of trading license and other related matters) Regulations – EQ
Petition for Grant of Category V License for inter-state trading in electricity of CERC (Procedure, Terms & Conditions for grant of trading license and other related matters) Regulations For more information please see below link: