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Grid-India issues paper on grid-forming inverter technology
By January 7, 2026January 7, 2026

Grid Controller of India Limited (GRID-INDIA) has released a detailed discussion paper on “Grid-Forming Technology and Possible Applications in the Indian Power System,” prepared by the National Load Despatch Centre (NLDC). The document reviews grid-forming (GFM) inverter technology, compares it with the currently used grid-following (GFL) systems, and invites stakeholder comments until 28 February 2026. The paper places the discussion within India’s renewable transition. The country has set targets of installing 500 GW of non-fossil…

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NLDC issues roadmap to expand Automatic Generation Control to renewables, BESS and PSP
By January 7, 2026January 7, 2026

The National Load Despatch Centre (NLDC) of Grid Controller of India Limited (Grid-India) has released a consultation paper setting out how Automatic Generation Control (AGC) can be extended to Renewable Energy Generating Stations (REGS), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Pumped Storage Plants (PSP). Issued on 31 December 2025, the document captures learnings from pilot projects and proposes a structured pathway for nationwide implementation, with stakeholder comments invited by 31 January 2026. The paper, titled…

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Grid-India issues draft rules for ISTS-connected ESS
By August 12, 2025August 12, 2025

Grid-India has released a draft procedure to govern scheduling, metering, accounting, deviation settlement, transmission charge waivers, and Renewable Energy Certificate mechanisms for Energy Storage Systems, including battery storage and pumped storage projects. The draft, dated August 6, 2025, seeks to create a standard operational framework for projects linked to the Interstate Transmission System. Under the proposal, Regional Load Despatch Centres will handle scheduling for charging and discharging. No ISTS losses will be applied when charging…

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India’s interregional electricity transfer grows 7.8% in H1FY25
By November 20, 2024November 20, 2024

The interregional electricity transfer in India grew 7.8% year-on-year in the first half (H1: April to September) of FY25, reaching 134,714 MU (million units), up from 123,918 MU in H1FY24, according to Grid Controller of India Ltd (GRID-INDIA). Key Highlights: WR-NR transfers: Exports from the Western Region (WR) to the Northern Region (NR) surged by 34.3%, totalling 54,099 MU in H1FY25, representing 40.2% of the total interregional transfers, up from 32.5% in H1FY24. Western Region…

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