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Ministry of Power’s New Guidelines Promote Battery Swapping as EV Charging Alternative

The guidelines apply universally to all entities involved in providing battery swapping services, including owners and operators of Battery Charging Stations (BCS) and Battery Swapping Stations (BSS).

Ministry Of Power | January 13, 2025 | By Aishwarya |  741

GERC Approves 9 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Power Procurement at INR 4.13/kWh

The PPA between JIL and O2 Renewable Energy III, facilitates the procurement of 9 MW of wind-solar hybrid power at a tariff of INR 4.13 per kWh.

Ministry Of Power | January 04, 2025 | By Abha Rustagi |  448

JBVNL Appoints REPL to Execute Wide Range of GIS Project

The project is spanning in five years i.e. two years of implementation and three years of Facility Management Services. It aims to integrate advanced GIS technology into JBVNL’s operations.

Ministry Of Power | January 02, 2025 | By News Bureau |  525

India Meets Record Power Demand of 250 GW in FY 2024-25, Boosts RE and Transmission Infrastructure

India's power sector met a record 250 GW demand in FY 2024-25, with notable progress in renewable energy and transmission. The key developments include improved rural electrification, new thermal and hydro projects, and ambitious plans for expanding transmission and sustainability.

Ministry Of Power | January 02, 2025 | By EI News Network |  664

Centre Proposes Renewable Energy Push to Reduce Diesel Dependence in Lakshadweep

Union Minister of Power Manohar Lal emphasised the need for a transition of Lakshadweep's energy generation from diesel to renewable sources like solar and wind, supported by battery storage, while exploring solar-powered EV and boat initiatives for a greener future, during a review of the power sector.

Ministry Of Power | December 24, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  550

Kerala Requests Additional Allocation of Power from NTPC Barh

The Kerala government has requested an extension of power allocation from NTPC Barh until June 2025 and additional support to meet the state’s growing demand, particularly as it positions itself to attract data centres and expand renewable energy, hydro, and battery storage initiatives.

Ministry Of Power | December 23, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  464

Madhya Pradesh to Evacuate 2,500 MW of RE with New Transmission Systems

Madhya Pradesh's transmission systems for 2,500 MW of renewable energy projects in Rajgarh and Neemuch have been recommended under TBCB. These upgrades will enhance power evacuation, supporting the state's renewable energy growth and contributing to India's clean energy transition.

Ministry Of Power | December 18, 2024 | By EI News Network |  637

Tata Power-DDL Achieves ‘Certificate of Merit in the DISCOM sector’ from BEE

Tata Power-DDL has been awarded with the prestigious ‘Certificate of Merit in the DISCOM sector’ at the 34th National Energy Conservation Awards (NECA) 2024. The award ceremony was organised by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency.

Ministry Of Power | December 18, 2024 | By News Bureau |  532

India’s Expected Energy Intensity Improvement in 2024 at 2.5 Percent, Global Avg at 1 Percent

India’s energy intensity is projected to improve by 2.5 percent in 2024, surpassing the global average improvement of around 1 percent, stated Minister of State for Power Shripad Naik in the Rajya Sabha.

Ministry Of Power | December 13, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1176

Constructions of 19 GW of Hydroelectric Projects, 6 GW of PSPs yet to Start: MoS Power Shripad Naik

A total of 26 hydroelectric projects with 19,214 MW capacity and five pumped storage projects (PSPs) totalling 6,020 MW are yet to begin construction, stated Minister of State for Power Shripad Naik in response to a Rajya Sabha query on pending power projects.

Ministry Of Power | December 10, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  678

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ALMM Extension to Boost Growth of Indian Solar Industry but Slow Down Investments by Domestic Manufactures

The ministry had introduced the ALMM list to boost domestic manufacturing reducing the country’s dependence on imports. However, the domestic capacity was not being able to meet the demand for solar PV in India. In a bid to boost installed sola...

Ministry Of Power | April 26, 2023 | By News Bureau |  1094

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