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Shree Cement commissions 6 MWp solar plant at Roorkee unit
By July 18, 2025July 18, 2025

Shree Cement Limited has commissioned a 6 MWp solar power plant at its Roorkee facility in Uttarakhand. The plant, set up adjacent to its existing cement operations, was developed under a build-own-operate model with a capital investment of approximately Rs 160 million. With this addition, the company has increased solar capacity at the Roorkee site from 1.0 MWp to 7.0 MWp. Shree Cement’s total installed solar capacity now stands at 293.5 MWp across all locations….

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Madhya Pradesh CM discusses solar investment with Grew Energy
By July 17, 2025July 17, 2025

Grew Energy plans to invest up to Rs 100 billion in Madhya Pradesh, including a 3.0 gigawatt solar cell project in Narmadapuram district, according to The Economic Times. The announcement followed a meeting between Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and Grew Energy CEO Vinay Thadani during the Chief Minister’s official visit to Dubai. The solar cell plant is expected to commence commercial operations in March 2026, creating over 700 jobs. The Madhya Pradesh government will provide…

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Hitachi Energy to supply 765 kV transformers to Power Grid
By July 17, 2025July 17, 2025

Hitachi Energy India has secured an order from Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) to supply 30 single-phase 765 kV, 500 MVA transformers. According to the company’s press release, the transformers will be manufactured at Hitachi Energy’s facility in Maneja, Vadodara, Gujarat. India’s transformer demand has risen by 15 percent annually over the past two years. The 765 kV transformers enable long-distance, high-volume power transfer with reduced transmission losses, lower land use, and improved…

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TSECL to deploy drone surveillance for grid monitoring across Tripura
By July 17, 2025July 17, 2025

Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) is preparing to roll out drone-based surveillance across the state to improve power reliability, safety, and operational efficiency, as reported by Northeast News. TSECL Managing Director Biswajit Basu said the drone-based system will support predictive maintenance and rapid fault detection, reducing downtime and improving the stability of Tripura’s power supply. The drones will conduct aerial inspections of transmission towers, conductors, insulators, and other equipment. High-resolution visuals will help detect…

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Cabinet clears investment flexibility for NLCIL and NTPC
By July 17, 2025July 17, 2025

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved key exemptions and enhanced investment powers for NLC India Limited (NLCIL) and NTPC Limited to accelerate renewable energy capacity addition. NLCIL has been granted exemption from existing Navratna CPSE investment limits, enabling it to invest Rs 7,000 crore in its wholly owned subsidiary, NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL). This includes further investments by NIRL in renewable energy projects directly or via joint ventures, without requiring prior…

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Cabinet clears Rs 50,000 crore boost for agriculture and renewable energy
By July 17, 2025July 17, 2025

The Union Cabinet has approved a major funding push across agriculture and renewable energy, with a combined outlay exceeding Rs 50,000 crore. The approval covers three flagship initiatives, including the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana, and aims to improve productivity in 100 low-performing districts while enabling infrastructure that supports clean energy adoption. Under the scheme, Rs 24,000 crore has been earmarked for agricultural transformation over six years starting 2025–26. The programme will enhance irrigation, crop…

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Zelestra explores $400–500 million India exit amid market optimism
By July 17, 2025July 17, 2025

Multinational energy firm Zelestra is preparing to sell its India business, estimated at $400–500 million, and has approached Brookfield, JSW Group, Sembcorp, Serentica, and Macquarie as potential buyers, reported Mint. The company has appointed JP Morgan to advise on the sale. The portfolio includes over 3 GW of hybrid renewable projects combining solar, wind, and battery storage. These projects are either operational or under development. Zelestra’s move reflects a wider trend of global energy firms…

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Supreme Court allows Himachal Pradesh to seek 18% free power from JSW Hydro
By July 17, 2025July 17, 2025

The Supreme Court has ruled in favour of the Himachal Pradesh government in its dispute with JSW Hydro Energy over free power supply, allowing the state to demand 18% of generated electricity without charge, reported CNBC. This overturns a previous Himachal Pradesh High Court order that had limited the free power share to 13%, based on Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) tariff regulations. JSW Hydro Energy, a subsidiary of JSW Neo Energy and ultimately of…

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PNC Infratech secures 300 MW solar plus storage project in NHPC auction
By July 17, 2025July 17, 2025

PNC Infratech Ltd has been selected as one of the lowest (L1) bidders in NHPC’s Tranche-XI auction to develop an interstate transmission system (ISTS)-connected solar power project with integrated energy storage. The company secured 300 MW of solar capacity and 150 MW/600 MWh of energy storage, quoting a tariff of Rs 3.13 per kWh. The auction, held under the tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) route with an e-reverse auction on July 15, 2025, awarded a total…

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India hits 50% non-fossil electricity capacity, five years ahead of target
By July 16, 2025July 16, 2025

India has reached 50% of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources, five years before its 2030 target. Union Minister Shri Pralhad Joshi announced the milestone, calling it a major step in India’s clean energy leadership. This shift reflects over a decade of policy and technological momentum. Key government schemes have accelerated progress. The PM-KUSUM scheme promotes solar for agricultural use, enabling farmers to generate income by selling surplus power. The PM Surya Ghar:…

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