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THDCIL commissions India’s first variable speed pumped storage unit

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THDC India Limited (THDCIL) has commenced commercial operation of the first unit (250 MW) of the 1,000 MW Tehri Variable Speed Pumped Storage Plant (PSP) in Uttarakhand. This marks India’s first variable speed PSP and the largest such project undertaken by a Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE). The plant comprises four reversible pump turbine units of 250 MW each. Once all units are operational, the total installed capacity of the Tehri Hydro Complex will reach…

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CEA workshop outlines roadmap for scaling energy storage with renewables

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At a recent national workshop, the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) convened over 300 stakeholders to discuss how Energy Storage Systems (ESS) can support India’s renewable energy (RE) goals. The first phase of this regional workshop series focused on key policy, project, and technology insights. Key takeaways: Tariff trends show storage is becoming cost-effective SECI shared that Solar+BESS tariffs have dropped to Rs 3.09/unit (from Rs 6.99 in 2018). Standalone BESS tariffs have declined to Rs…

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Maruti Suzuki commissions 30 MWp solar power at Haryana plants

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Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) has commissioned a total of 30 MWp solar power capacity across its Haryana facilities. This includes a 20 MWp installation at Kharkhoda and a 10 MWp unit at Manesar. Alongside these projects, the company is increasing the share of green power sourced from State Electricity Boards, further reducing its reliance on conventional energy. Mr. Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO of MSIL, confirmed plans to scale solar capacity to 319…

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Adani Green forms new subsidiary for RE projects

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Adani Saur Urja (KA) Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), has incorporated a new entity—Adani Hydro Energy Ten Limited (AHE10L). The new company will support AGEL’s growing renewable energy portfolio across India. AHE10L has been set up to undertake the generation, development, transformation, distribution, transmission, and sale of power from renewable energy sources. These include wind, solar, and other non-fossil fuel-based technologies. The move aligns with Adani Green’s strategy to…

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ADB withdraws Rs 36.5 billion loan for Assam solar project

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The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has withdrawn its loan approval of Rs 36.51 billion (USD 434.25 million) for the 500 MW phase of the Khagarijan Solar Power Project in Assam. The withdrawal comes in response to local protests over the project’s development. ADB had initially approved the loan in October 2024. The project is being implemented by Assam Power Development Company Limited (APDCL) under the “Mukhya Mantri Sauro Shakti Prokolpo” scheme. The full project involves…

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Andhra Pradesh proposes Rs 284 billion green energy corridor

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The Government of Andhra Pradesh has proposed to set up the Andhra Pradesh Green Energy Corridor (GEC) Project at an estimated cost of Rs 284.36 billion. The corridor will facilitate the evacuation of 11,000 MW from renewable energy projects and 7,000 MW from pumped storage projects. This infrastructure is key to meeting the state’s target of generating 72 GW of green energy by 2029. Funding will follow a standard pattern: 40 per cent from the…

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Greenko invites EPC bids for three PSPs; NHPC tenders Dulhasti civil works

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Greenko Energies Private Limited (GEPL) has floated a Notice Inviting Tender (NIT) for engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) of three pumped storage projects (PSPs). The bids are split across three packages—civil, hydro-mechanical (H&M), and electro-mechanical (E&M) works. The last date for submission is June 20, 2025. The three PSPs are: Greenko GJ01 (1,600 MW) Located in Ukai village, Tapi district, Gujarat. Greenko MH01 (2,000 MW) Planned at Nayagaon village, Soegaon taluk, Aurangabad district, Maharashtra. Greenko…

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PGCIL acquires SPV for Mahan Energen transmission project

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Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) has completed the acquisition of MEL Power Transmission Limited (MPTL), a special purpose vehicle set up for the transmission system linked to Mahan Energen Limited’s power station in Madhya Pradesh. The acquisition was finalised on June 4, 2025. MPTL was initially incorporated by PFC Consulting Limited (PFCCL) on November 20, 2024, to implement the transmission scheme through the Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) route. PFCCL served as the bid…

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Centre clears Himachal’s takeover of four hydro projects

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The Union Government has granted in-principle approval for Himachal Pradesh to take over four hydroelectric projects earlier allocated to SJVN Limited and NHPC Limited. This move is set to reshape the state’s control over key hydro power assets. The projects include: Luhri Hydro Electric Project Stage I Located near Nirath village, this project involves building an 86-metre-high concrete gravity dam across the Satluj River. It has an installed capacity of 210 MW and an estimated…

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PGCIL commissions Kathalguri–Namsai line

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Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) has commissioned the Kathalguri (NEEPCO)–Namsai (POWERGRID) 220 kV double-circuit transmission line. The line is part of the System Strengthening Scheme for Eastern and North Eastern Regions and spans across Arunachal Pradesh and Assam. The project is being executed under two schemes: Eastern Region Strengthening Scheme-XXV (ERSS-XXV) Implemented at Banka in Bihar, this involves: Creation of a 220 kV GIS bus at Banka (POWERGRID) substation Extension of 400 kV…