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Tata Power acquires 40% stake in Bhutan’s Dorjilung hydro project
By March 10, 2026March 10, 2026

Tata Power has completed the first tranche of its strategic investment in Dorjilung Hydro Power Limited (DHPL), acquiring a 40% equity stake in the company formed to develop the 1,125 MW Dorjilung Hydro Power Project in Bhutan. The investment of Rs 50 crore represents the initial phase of a total planned investment of about Rs 1,572 crore. In a regulatory filing to the stock exchanges, Tata Power stated that it has subscribed to 50,00,000 equity…

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Nathpa Jhakri hydropower station crosses 150 billion units generation
By March 10, 2026March 10, 2026

The Nathpa Jhakri Hydro Power Station (NJHPS), operated by SJVN Limited, has achieved cumulative power generation of 150 billion units (BU). The 1,500 MW underground hydropower station reached the milestone on March 9, 2026. In a press release, SJVN stated that the project has maintained consistent operational performance since its commissioning in May 2004. Chairman and Managing Director Bhupender Gupta congratulated the NJHPS team and noted that the station has become a key source of…

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EAC clears 1,720 MW Kamala hydropower project; over 23 lakh trees to be felled
By March 2, 2026March 2, 2026

The Expert Appraisal Committee (EAC) for River Valley and Hydroelectric Projects has recommended environmental clearance for NHPC Limited’s (NHPC) 1,720 MW Kamala Hydroelectric Project in Arunachal Pradesh, while recording concerns over the proposed felling of more than 2.3 million trees. The recommendation was made at the EAC’s 47th meeting. The project, estimated at Rs 23,764 crore, will be developed across Kamle, Kra Daadi and Kurung Kumey districts on the Kamla River, a right-bank tributary of…

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NHPC lowers 673 MT rotor at Subansiri Lower project
By March 2, 2026March 2, 2026

NHPC Limited (NHPC) lowered the 673 MT generator rotor of Unit 5 at its 2,000 MW Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project into the generator pit on March 1, 2026, at 11:00 hrs. The company stated that this is the heaviest equipment component ever handled at a hydroelectric power plant in India. The lowering operation was executed by GE Vernova and required coordinated planning and precision engineering across all stakeholders. The placement of the rotor marks a…

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Patel Engineering emerges L1 for Renukaji Dam Package-1
By February 27, 2026February 27, 2026

Patel Engineering Limited (PEL) has been declared the lowest bidder (L1) by Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPPCL) for Package-1 of the Renukaji Dam Project, valued at Rs 910.08 crore including GST, the company announced on February 23, 2026. The project is located at Village Dadahu in Tehsil Renuka, District Sirmaur, Himachal Pradesh, and is scheduled for completion within 30 months. The contract adds to PEL’s portfolio in hydropower and irrigation infrastructure. The scope of…

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NHPC approves Rs 5,702 crore investment for two J&K hydro projects
By February 23, 2026February 23, 2026

NHPC Limited (NHPC) has approved investment proposals worth about Rs 5,702 crore for two hydroelectric projects in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir with a combined capacity of 500 MW. The decision was taken by the Board of Directors at its meeting held on Friday, subject to signing implementation agreements with the Government of Jammu & Kashmir and receipt of statutory approvals. The Board approved the Uri-I Stage-II Hydroelectric Project (240 MW) and the…

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NHPC achieves DT-3 breakthrough at 2,880 MW Dibang project
By February 18, 2026February 18, 2026

NHPC Limited has completed the daylighting of Diversion Tunnel-3 (DT-3) at the 2,880 MW Dibang Multipurpose Project on February 17, 2026, marking a key construction milestone. The final blast for the tunnel breakthrough was initiated remotely by Sanjay Kumar Singh, Director (Projects), NHPC Limited (NHPC), by pressing the control button. The event was held in the presence of Narender Kumar, Executive Director and Head of Project – Dibang Multipurpose Project (HoP–DMP), Umesh Kumar Nand, Executive…

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Patel Engineering reports Q3 FY26 revenue of Rs 1,239 Cr
By February 16, 2026February 16, 2026

Patel Engineering Limited (PEL) reported consolidated revenue from operations of Rs 1,239 Cr in Q3 FY26, compared to Rs 1,206 Cr in Q3 FY25, reflecting a 2.81% year-over-year increase. Consolidated net profit for the quarter stood at Rs 71 Cr. As of December 31, 2025, the company’s order book was Rs 15,123 Cr. Consolidated operating earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) for Q3 FY26 were Rs 145 Cr, with a margin of 11.68%….

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SJVN’s Rampur hydro station achieves fastest 2,000 MU generation
By February 9, 2026February 9, 2026

SJVN Limited announced on February 6, 2026, that its 412 MW Rampur Hydro Power Station in Himachal Pradesh has achieved a cumulative generation of 2,000 Million Units (MU) in the shortest time since commissioning. The milestone was reached on February 5, 2026. The state-owned power producer stated that the plant achieved the 2,000 MU mark nine days earlier than its previous best, recorded on February 14, 2020. According to the company, this is the highest…

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NHPC posts Q3 profit, declares interim dividend, updates on projects
By February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

NHPC Limited announced its financial results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2025, along with an interim dividend and updates on project commissioning and board level decisions. For Q3, NHPC reported a standalone profit of Rs 292.87 crore. Consolidated profit attributable to owners stood at Rs 219.12 crore. Standalone revenue from operations was Rs 1,877.47 crore, while consolidated revenue amounted to Rs 2,220.73 crore. The Board of Directors declared an interim dividend of Rs…

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