In Short : India’s peak power demand has reached a record 256 GW for the second time within three days, highlighting surging electricity consumption driven by rising temperatures and economic activity. The repeated peak underscores growing stress on the grid and the urgent need for capacity expansion, demand-side management, and enhanced integration of renewable energy […]
Fuel Anxiety Sparks EV Boom as Tamil Nadu Hits Record Registrations – EQ
In Short : Tamil Nadu witnessed a record surge in electric vehicle registrations as concerns over fuel supply and rising costs pushed consumers toward EV adoption. Monthly registrations sharply increased, with EVs forming a larger share of new vehicles. The trend reflects growing consumer preference for cost stability and energy security, supported by policy incentives […]
Tamil Nadu Hits Record Night-Time Power Demand of 21,060 MW Amid Rising Energy Needs – EQ
In Short : Tamil Nadu has recorded its highest-ever night-time power demand of 21,060 MW, reflecting growing electricity consumption across sectors. The surge highlights increasing industrial activity, urbanization, and residential usage. It also underscores the need for robust grid management, enhanced generation capacity, and energy storage solutions to ensure reliable power supply during peak evening […]
IEX Hits Record Power Trade in July as Real-Time Market Surges – EQ
In Short : The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) achieved a record 12,664 million units (MU) of power traded in July 2025, marking a 25.5% year-on-year growth. Real-Time Market volumes surged 53% to 5,109 MU, while Day-Ahead Market rose 9%. Increased supply led to lower prices, with DAM averaging ₹4.18/unit and RTM ₹3.83/unit, reflecting robust market […]
India Achieves 50% Clean Power Milestone as Renewable Surge Hits Record 7.3 GW in June – EQ
In Short : India added a record 7.3 GW of renewable capacity in June 2025, led by solar, raising its total non-fossil capacity to 242.8 GW. Clean energy now accounts for 50% of total capacity, five years ahead of target. Foreign direct investment in the sector has crossed ₹1.6 lakh crore, highlighting strong investor confidence in India’s […]
India’s Power Demand Hits Record High in June, Testing Grid Resilience – EQ
In Short : India’s power demand hit a record 2.42 lakh MW in June, with the grid supplying 1.5 lakh million units (MU), according to the National Load Dispatch Centre. The average daily peak stood at 2.22 lakh MW. The surge was driven by intense summer heat and increased industrial activity, highlighting the growing strain […]
India’s renewable energy sector sees eightfold surge in FDI since FY21, hits record USD 3.4 billion in FY25 – EQ
In Short : India’s renewable energy sector saw an eightfold rise in FDI since FY21, reaching a record USD 3.4 billion in FY25. Strong policy support, hybrid auction models, and energy storage integration fueled investor interest. Renewables contributed 89% of new power capacity in FY25, as India advances toward its 500 GW non-fossil fuel target […]
