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L&T wins new mandates in digital energy solutions space

Larsen & Toubro’s Digital Energy Solutions (DES) business, part of its Power Transmission & Distribution arm, has received a mandate to implement Energy Management Systems (EMS) in regional and state load dispatch centres across South India. This project will upgrade control rooms for the Southern Regional Load Dispatch Centre (SRLDC) and the State Load Dispatch Centers (SLDC) of Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana. L&T DES will ensure the system integration without any…

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Marsons enters renewable energy sector, wins LoI for 150 MW solar project in Rajasthan

Marsons Ltd has announced its entry into the renewable energy sector. The company will focus on manufacturing specialised equipment and undertaking EPC contracts for solar power plants. The company plans to supply inverter-duty transformers and generation step-up (GSU) transformers for solar and wind power plants, and it will invest Rs 25 million to expand its transformer range over the next three months. In addition, Marsons received a letter of intent (LoI) from NACOF OORJA to…

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Power Mech wins Rs 2.27 billion O&M contract in Gujarat

Power Mech Projects has secured an order worth Rs 2.27 billion to provide operations and maintenance (O&M) services for Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation’s 250 MW (2×125 MW) Akrimota Thermal Power Station (ATPS) in Kutch district, Gujarat. The contract includes O&M and repair work for the entire power plant, covering all equipment related to power generation and transmission, including the 220 kV switchyard. The project will span three years from the commencement of work, ensuring the…

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Bajel Projects wins first order in data centre segment

Bajel Projects Ltd has announced its entry into the data centre sector by winning its first order to design and construct a 220/33kV gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) substation and transmission line extension for a colocation data centre in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra.  The project, which will include lattice towers, monopoles, and a GIS substation, aims to provide a reliable and efficient power supply. Bajel is committed to completing the project on time while adhering to stringent safety…

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Powerica selects GE Vernova wind turbines for 51.3 MW project in Gujarat

Powerica Limited, a key player in the IPP and EPC segments of the wind industry with a 280 MW pan-India portfolio, has chosen to install 19 GE Vernova 2.7 MW-132 wind turbine generators (WTGs) for its 51.3 MW wind energy project at Devbhumi Dwarka, Gujarat. The project, part of SECI XVI tranche, will contribute to India’s renewable energy growth and benefit the local community. The WTGs, expected to generate around 160 million units annually, will…

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SJVN to develop 8.1 GW pumped storage, 505 MW floating solar projects in Maharashtra

State-run SJVN Ltd has signed two MoUs with the Maharashtra Government to develop 8.1 GW of pumped storage projects and 505 MW floating solar projects.  The first MoU, with the Department of Water Resources, covers five pumped storage projects totalling 8.1 GW, including Kolmondapada (800 MW), Sidgarh (1,500 MW), Chornai (2,000 MW), Baitarni (1,800 MW), and Jalvara (2,000 MW).  The second MoU, with MAHAGENCO, focuses on a 505 MW floating solar project at Lower Wardha…

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Rays Power secures Vanadium Redox Flow Battery tender from NTPC

Rays Power Infra has been awarded India’s largest Vanadium Redox Flow Battery (VRFB) tender by NTPC’s R&D division, NTPC Energy Technology Research Alliance (NETRA). The project involves a 600KW/3000KWh VRFB system, marking a significant milestone in India’s renewable energy storage sector.  VRFB technology is known for its long-duration energy storage, which is crucial for grid stability and the integration of renewable energy.

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Senvion India wins 210 MW wind turbine order from Continuum Green Energy

Senvion India has announced that it has secured an order to supply 50 wind turbine generators (WTGs) totalling 210 MW from Continuum Green Energy. The project is slated for deployment in Gujarat or Karnataka, with deliveries beginning in April 2026. The agreement also includes the potential for an additional 50 WTGs. Senvion will supply its advanced 4.2M160 turbines, known for integrating cutting-edge technologies that enhance control, and optimization, and extend turbine life, ultimately reducing operational…

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Bihar government rules out free electricity

The Bihar government has reaffirmed that it will not provide free electricity to consumers, despite opposition demands. Energy Minister Bijendra Prasad Yadav emphasized that electricity is already provided at heavily subsidised rates, with the government allocating Rs 15.34 billion in subsidies for the current fiscal year, up from Rs 13.11 billion in 2023-24. In response to the opposition RJD’s promise of 200 units of free electricity if elected, Yadav reiterated the government’s long-standing stance against…

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Saatvik Solar plans private equity fundraising and IPO to expand operations

Solar module maker Saatvik Solar has announced plans to raise funds from private equity investors and launch an initial public offering (IPO) to support its expansion efforts. At a press conference, Group Chief Financial Officer Abani Kant Jha stated that the company is targeting a 100% revenue growth in the current fiscal year, aiming to reach Rs 20 billion. Saatvik Solar, with a current solar module manufacturing capacity of 3.8 GW and an additional 2…