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CtrlS Datacenters to launch 50 MW solar power plant

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Hyderabad-based CtrlS Datacenters is set to launch a 50 MW solar power plant within the next 12 to 15 months as part of its goal to power its data centres entirely with renewable energy. The company aims to raise USD 300 million this financial year to support its expansion and green initiatives. These funds will be allocated for land acquisition (10-15%), data centre infrastructure (60%), and renewable energy projects (15-20%), including the solar plant. This…

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Torrent Power secures 2,000 MW energy storage order from MSEDCL

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Torrent Power has received a Letter of Award (LoA) from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution (MSEDCL) for 2,000 MW of energy storage capacity from its InSTS-connected pumped hydro storage plant in Maharashtra. This includes an additional 500 MW capacity, following the 1,500 MW awarded on 17 September 2024. The energy storage facility will allow scheduled discharge of up to eight hours, with a maximum of five continuous hours per day. MSEDCL will provide the input energy…

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Tamil Nadu Cabinet approves 14 projects with Rs 386.98 billion investment

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The Tamil Nadu Cabinet has approved 14 new projects with a total investment commitment of Rs 386.98 billion, expected to generate 46,931 high-end employment opportunities across 12 districts. These projects span sectors including auto and electric vehicles, electronics, green energy, telecom equipment, and advanced manufacturing. Key investments include Freetrend Industrial India’s Rs 10 billion footwear manufacturing plant in Ariyalur, creating 14,000 jobs, and Leap Green Energy’s Rs 103.75 billion investment in a hydrogen power storage…

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Adani Total Gas begins blending green hydrogen in natural gas for Ahmedabad households

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Adani Total Gas (ATGL) has started blending 2.2-2.3% green hydrogen with natural gas for household cooking in Shantigram, Ahmedabad. This initiative, part of ATGL’s joint venture with Total Energies, will provide hydrogen-blended natural gas to 4,000 domestic and commercial consumers, reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The company plans to gradually increase the blend to 5% and eventually 8%, expanding supply beyond Shantigram to other areas of Ahmedabad and beyond. ATGL joins other Indian firms like NTPC…

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Bharat Electronics secures additional orders exceeding Rs 5 billion

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Bharat Electronics (BEL) has received additional orders worth over Rs 5 billion since its last disclosure on 11 September 2024. The new orders include EMI shelters, AMC for Integrated Air Command and Control System nodes, gun system upgrades, radar spares, and communication systems. With these, BEL’s total orders for the current financial year now stands at Rs 76.89 billion. BEL, a public sector unit, specializes in designing and manufacturing products across defence sectors such as…

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Jakson Green secures Rs 40 billion to expand renewable energy capacity

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Indian clean energy firm Jakson Green has raised Rs 40 billion (USD 476 million) to expand its renewable energy portfolio. The funds will support the addition of 1GW of capacity by 2026, with a current installed base of 250MW. Joint Managing Director Krishnan Kannan said the investment, comprising 75% debt and 25% equity, will be secured by November. Jakson Green aims to add 1 GW annually over the next five years. The company has already…