In Short : Concerns over fire-prone electric vehicles have grown due to isolated battery-related incidents worldwide. While EV fires are statistically less frequent than conventional vehicle fires, lithium-ion battery failures can be intense and difficult to extinguish. Improved battery management systems, stricter safety standards, and regulatory oversight are essential to ensure consumer confidence and long-term […]
Energy Diversification Positioned as Central Pillar of India’s Long-Term Energy Strategy – EQ
In Short : The Ministry of External Affairs has highlighted energy diversification as a core element of India’s strategic approach to ensuring energy security and sustainable growth. By expanding the energy mix across renewables, conventional fuels, and emerging technologies, India aims to reduce risks, strengthen resilience, and support its long-term climate and development objectives. In […]
ELECTRIFICATION OF VILLAGES – EQ
In Short : The Electrification of Villages programme represents India’s commitment to universal energy access by ensuring electricity connectivity to rural and remote areas. It focuses on extending grid infrastructure, deploying decentralized renewable solutions, and improving reliability of power supply, thereby supporting rural development, economic inclusion, improved living standards, and long-term socio-economic transformation. In Detail […]
LIQUIDATION SCHEME FOR STATE ELECTRICITY DISTRIBUTION COMPANIES – EQ
In Short : A liquidation or dues-recovery scheme for State Electricity Distribution Companies (DISCOMs) in India refers to government-led efforts to resolve massive outstanding debts and regulatory assets by restructuring repayment, enforcing time-bound liquidation of dues, and introducing reforms. Key initiatives include Supreme Court directives to clear regulatory assets by 2028 and proposed restructuring/bailout plans […]
ACME Solar Secures Long-Term Power Agreement for 250 MW FDRE Project with NHPC – EQ
In Short : ACME Solar has signed a 25-year power purchase agreement with NHPC for a 250 MW firm and dispatchable renewable energy project. The agreement ensures reliable round-the-clock clean power by combining renewable sources with storage solutions, supporting grid stability, enhancing renewable integration, and advancing India’s transition toward a low-carbon and resilient power system. […]
Alpex Solar’s ₹215 Crore Order Strengthens Its Position in India’s Solar Manufacturing Growth – EQ
In Short : Alpex Solar has secured a ₹215 crore order to supply high-efficiency solar modules, reinforcing its growing role in India’s domestic solar manufacturing ecosystem. The order reflects rising demand for advanced, locally produced modules as India accelerates renewable capacity additions, strengthens supply chains, and reduces dependence on imports while supporting national clean energy […]
Policy Reforms Drive India Closer to Long-Term Energy Security – EQ
in Short : India is moving closer to energy security as recent policy shifts unlock greater potential across coal, oil, nuclear power, and renewable energy. These reforms aim to diversify supply, reduce import dependence, and strengthen domestic capacity, while balancing reliability, affordability, and sustainability to support economic growth and meet rising energy demand over the […]
Urban Air Quality Improves as 103 Cities Record Sustained Decline in PM10 Levels – EQ
In Short : India’s urban air quality landscape showed notable improvement in 2024–25, with 103 cities reporting lower PM10 pollution levels compared to 2017–18. The trend reflects years of sustained clean air planning, improved monitoring, and on-ground interventions that collectively address major sources of particulate pollution while strengthening long-term urban environmental resilience. In Detail : […]
Petition of Adoption of Tariff for long term procurement of 780 MW Wind – Solar Hybrid Power from NTPC – EQ
Summary: — ## **Case Details** * **Commission:** Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) * **Petitioner:** *Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd. (MSEDCL)* * **Respondent:** *NTPC Ltd.* * **Case No.:** 123 of 2024 * **Order Date:** 10 September 2025 — ## **Petition Summary** * **Objective:** Approval for long-term procurement of **780 MW Wind–Solar Hybrid Power** from NTPC […]
Gautam Solar Upgrades to ‘CRISIL A-/Stable ‘Long-term and ‘CRISIL A2+’ Short-term Ratings, Reinforcing Financial Strength and Industry Leadership – EQ
New Delhi – Gautam Solar Private Limited (GSPL), having 28+ years of experience in solar module manufacturing, has received the long-term rating of CRISIL A-/Stable and a short-term rating of CRISIL A2+, a recognition that signifies the company’s financial strength, capability, longer-term reliability and bankability of its solar modules. Earlier, the firm had a CRISIL […]