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KEC International wins Rs 1,038 crore substation order in Saudi Arabia

By October 16, 2025October 28, 2025

Author: PPD Team Date: October 16, 2025

KEC International Ltd has secured an order worth Rs 1,038 crore for the design, supply, and installation of a 380 kV gas-insulated substation (GIS) in Saudi Arabia.

According to the company, this is its largest-ever substation contract and marks a significant expansion of its transmission and distribution business in the Middle East.

With this order, KEC’s year-to-date (YTD) order intake has crossed Rs 16,000 crore, reflecting growth of about 20%.

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Desco Infratech, KPI Green and Naveriya Gas partner on hydrogen blending projects
By October 27, 2025October 28, 2025

Author: PPD Team Date: October 27, 2025 Desco Infratech Limited, KPI Green Hydrogen and Ammonia (a KP Group company), and Naveriya Gas Private Limited have entered into a partnership to launch hydrogen–natural gas blending projects in the city gas distribution sector. The initiative aims to support India’s shift toward cleaner energy and reduce dependence on imported liquefied natural gas (LNG). Under the agreement, KPI Green Hydrogen and Ammonia will produce green hydrogen for the projects….

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Seven coal blocks auctioned in 12th commercial mining round
By August 5, 2025October 28, 2025

Author: PPD Team Date: August 5, 2025 The Ministry of Coal has successfully auctioned seven coal blocks under the 12th round of commercial coal mining. The forward e-auctions were held between 28 and 31 July 2025, following the launch of the round on 27 March 2025. Of the seven blocks auctioned, three are fully explored while four are partially explored. Together, they hold an estimated 1,761.49 million tonnes of geological reserves. The cumulative peak rated…

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Global | News

China falls short on carbon target, raising climate concerns
By March 25, 2025March 25, 2025

Author: PPD Team Date: March 25, 2025 China has missed a key carbon emissions target, casting doubt on its ability to meet long-term climate goals. The country’s carbon intensity, emissions per unit of GDP, fell 3.4% in 2024, short of the 3.9% target set by Beijing, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. This setback also puts China behind on its broader goal of cutting carbon intensity by 18% between 2020 and 2025. Under its…

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India | News

AMPIN Energy partners with Varroc, secures 27 MWp solar project
By October 29, 2024October 29, 2024

Author: PPD Team Date: October 29, 2024 AMPIN Energy Transition has signed an agreement with Varroc Group for an additional 27 MWp solar power project in Maharashtra, building on earlier solar installations across Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. This new capacity brings Varroc’s total contracted solar power with AMPIN to over 60 MWp, enabling the Group to source around 70% of its energy needs from renewable sources. The shift is expected to reduce…

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Global | News

Trump halts new offshore wind leases, calls wind farms ‘big, ugly windmills’
By January 21, 2025January 21, 2025

Author: PPD Team Date: January 21, 2025 President Donald Trump has temporarily suspended new federal leases for offshore wind energy projects, citing concerns over costs, aesthetics, and wildlife impacts. The executive order mandates a comprehensive environmental and economic review of offshore wind development on the US outer continental shelf. Trump criticized wind energy, stating, “They’re the most expensive form of energy by far. They kill birds and ruin beautiful landscapes.” However, the suspension does not…

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KP Group signs MoU with Botswana for $4 billion renewable push
By December 19, 2025December 19, 2025

Author: PPD Team Date: December 19, 2025 KP Group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Botswana on 17 December 2025 to collaborate on large scale renewable energy generation, storage, and transmission infrastructure. The proposed investment is estimated at $4 billion (Rs 36,000 crore) and is aligned with Botswana’s target of becoming a net zero country by 2030 and scaling renewable energy capacity to nearly 5 GW. The MoU was signed between…

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