In Short : Nepal’s Minister of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, H.E. Kul Man Ghising, met India’s Union Power Minister Shri Manohar Lal to strengthen bilateral power cooperation. The leaders discussed advancing joint hydropower projects, expanding cross-border transmission infrastructure, and boosting two-way electricity trade—reinforcing the India-Nepal energy partnership for regional growth and sustainable power development […]
Petition for Adoption of 1200 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Power Projects with Greenshoe Option of the Ministry of Power, Government of India, as amended from time to time – EQ
Summary: — ### **1. Background** **NTPC Limited (NTPCL)** filed a petition before the **Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC)** under **Section 63 of the Electricity Act, 2003** seeking **adoption of tariff** for **1200 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Power Projects**, with a **Greenshoe Option** for an additional capacity of up to **600 MW**. The projects are connected to […]
India and Australia Strengthen Energy Cooperation through the 5th India-Australia Energy Dialogue – EQ
In Short : India and Australia held the 5th India-Australia Energy Dialogue to advance collaboration in clean energy, critical minerals, and green hydrogen. The dialogue emphasized technology exchange, renewable energy development, and resilient supply chains. Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to achieving net-zero goals and strengthening strategic energy cooperation for a sustainable, secure, and low-carbon […]
Bureau of Energy Efficiency Invites Entries for the 35th National Energy Conservation Awards (NECA) 2025 – EQ
In Short : The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has invited entries for the 35th National Energy Conservation Awards (NECA) 2025, to be held on December 14 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The awards honor excellence in energy efficiency across industries, transport, and buildings. A new category for digital content creators promotes awareness on energy […]
Shri Manohar Lal highlights India’s Leadership in Energy Transitions at G20 ,KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa – EQ
In Short : At the G20 meeting in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, Shri Manohar Lal emphasized India’s pivotal role in driving global energy transitions. He highlighted the nation’s advancements in renewable energy, green hydrogen, and sustainable growth. Stressing India’s commitment to a net-zero future, he underscored the country’s efforts to promote clean technologies and collaborative global […]
Seeking comments on Draft Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025 – EQ
Summary: — ## **1. Context** * Issued by the **Ministry of Power (MoP)** on **7th October 2025**. * The Ministry has prepared a **Draft Electricity (Amendment) Bill, 2025**, proposing revisions to the **Electricity Act, 2003**. * Objective: Strengthen the power sector by promoting competition, improving efficiency, ensuring grid reliability, and accelerating energy transition goals. — […]
Advisory to all Government agencies (Both Central Govt./State Govt.) in RE sector regarding ‘Strict compliance of rules and regulations in procurement of Goods and Services – EQ
Advisory to all Government agencies (Both Central Govt./State Govt.) in RE sector regarding ‘Strict compliance of rules and regulations in procurement of Goods and Services For more information please see below link:
Revised Gazette Notification on RCO under the Energy Conservation Act, 2001, notified on 27th September 2025 – EQ
Summary: — ## **1. Context** * Issued by the **Ministry of Power (MoP)** under the **Energy Conservation Act, 2001**. * Supersedes the earlier **20th Oct 2023 notification** (except past actions). * Defines **minimum Renewable Consumption Obligation (RCO)** targets for **DISCOMs, Open Access (OA) consumers, and Captive Users**. — ## **2. RCO Trajectory (as % of […]
Seeking comments on draft amendments proposed in Rule 3 (i.e Requirements of Captive Generating Plant) of Electricity Rules, 2005-reg. – EQ
Summary: # What this draft does (at a glance) * Seeks public comments on proposed changes to **Rule 3: Requirements of Captive Generating Plant** under the Electricity Rules, 2005. Letter of transmittal is from the Ministry of Power (Under Secretary), addressed to industry bodies and experts. *(p.1)* * Draft is titled **Electricity (Second Amendment) Rules, […]
Petition for Adoption of tariff for 420 MW RTC power from ISTS-connected Renewable Energy Power Projects (SECI-RTC-IV) by the Ministry of Power, Government of India – EQ
Summary: # CERC — RoP in Petition No. 722/AT/2025 * **Matter:** Adoption of tariff under **Section 63** for **420 MW RTC** power from **ISTS-connected RE projects (SECI-RTC-IV)**, discovered via competitive bidding per **MoP guidelines dated 9-Jun-2023 (with amendments)**.  * **Petitioner:** **Solar Energy Corporation of India Ltd. (SECI)**; **Respondents:** Hero Solar Energy Pvt. Ltd. & Ors.  […]