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Draft rules propose clearer norms for captive power plants

The Ministry of Power (MoP) has issued draft amendments to the Electricity Rules, 2005, proposing changes to regulations governing Captive Generating Plants (CGPs) to clarify ownership criteria, introduce greater operational flexibility, support...

Coal ministry amends rules to let company boards approve new mine openings

The Ministry of Coal has notified the Colliery Control (Amendment) Rules, 2025, allowing coal company boards to approve the opening of new mines, seams or sections of seams. The change removes the need for prior permission from the Coal Controller’s...

Gujarat launches renewable, storage and green hydrogen policies

The Government of Gujarat has launched three major clean energy policies with a combined investment potential exceeding Rs 5.8 lakh crore. The Integrated Renewable Energy Policy 2025, the Pumped Storage Project Policy 2025, and the Gujarat Green...

MNRE clarifies ALMM exemption for early SIGHT green hydrogen bids

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued an Office Memorandum clarifying the applicability of the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) for projects under its Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT)...

CTU notifies indicative capital costs for dedicated transmission systems

The Central Transmission Utility (CTU) has notified the indicative capital cost for various configurations of dedicated transmission systems. The document, titled Indicative Capital Cost of Dedicated Transmission Systems, provides standard reference...

Government introduces new nuclear energy bill in Lok Sabha

The Government of India has introduced a new legislation in the Lok Sabha to overhaul India’s nuclear energy framework. Titled the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India Bill, 2025, the Bill seeks to repeal...

CEA seeks industry inputs to localise 73 critical power sector imports

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has issued a notice asking industry stakeholders to share detailed information to support a localisation strategy for 73 critical items that are presently imported for the power sector. Stakeholders, including...

CTUIL releases draft procedure for connectivity and GNA applications

The Central Transmission Utility of India Limited (CTUIL) has released a draft “Detailed Procedure for Grant of Connectivity and General Network Access” for public consultation. The document gives effect to the Central Electricity Regulatory...

CEA issues draft SOP for mandatory third-party fire safety audits of BESS

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has released a draft Standard Operating Procedure for mandatory and independent third-party fire safety audits of Battery Energy Storage Systems. Comments from stakeholders and the public are open until 11...

CTUIL issues draft procedure for changing declared renewable energy source

The Central Transmission Utility of India Limited (CTUIL) has issued a draft procedure that sets out the conditions for power projects to change their declared renewable energy source after receiving grid connectivity approval. CTUIL has asked...

CTU issues draft rules for ownership changes in grid connected RE and storage projects

The Central Transmission Utility has issued draft guidelines to regulate changes in ownership for power generation and storage projects that have not yet reached commercial operation. POWERGRID, acting as the Central Transmission Utility, released...

MSEDCL issues guidelines for smart meter installation for HT consumers

Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co. Ltd (MSEDCL) has issued guidelines for installing smart meters at specific HT metering points. The directive defines where smart meters are required, lists exemptions, and sets a three day timeline for...

UGVCL issues uniform method for banking charge and setoff calculations

Uttar Gujarat Vij Company Limited (UGVCL) has directed all circle offices to follow a uniform method for calculating banking charges and energy setoff for captive and third-party sale solar projects. The instruction defines a fixed calculation...

MNRE eases prototype testing rule for wind turbine approvals

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has amended its wind manufacturing policy to delay the mandatory requirement for in-country prototype testing. The change, issued through an office memorandum dated December 1, 2025, updates the...

UP launches scheme to ease electricity dues

Uttar Pradesh has announced a new scheme that offers major relief on overdue electricity bills. The Bijli Bill Rahat Yojana from Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd starts on December 1 and provides a full waiver of surcharge and interest for...

MNRE proposes higher efficiency norms for ALMM solar modules

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has released a draft proposal to raise the minimum efficiency requirements for solar PV modules listed under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers. The plan introduces phased standards from January 1...

Power Ministry sets up expert panels to resolve CPSU project disputes

The Ministry of Power has introduced a new system to settle contractual disputes in power projects executed by Central Public Sector Undertakings and statutory bodies under its oversight. The framework seeks to reduce delays in dispute resolution...

India moves to reshape nuclear sector with private participation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced that the government will open the nuclear power sector to private participation. The proposal will be introduced through the Atomic Energy Bill, 2025, which is scheduled for the coming winter session of...

India Energy Stack taskforce reviews strategy and architecture

The Ministry of Power has advanced work on a national DPI for the energy sector through a meeting of the India Energy Stack Taskforce on November 24. The group reviewed key strategy and architecture documents that will guide the creation of a unified...

CERC to hold hearing on value of X for wind and solar deviations

CERC will hold an online public hearing on December 3, 2025, to finalize the value of X used to calculate deviation percentages for wind and solar sellers under the Deviation Settlement Mechanism and Related Matters Regulations, 2024. The new...

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