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Adani Power adds second nuclear subsidiary in a week
By April 21, 2026April 21, 2026

Adani Power Limited has expanded its presence in the nuclear energy sector with the incorporation of Rawatbhata-Raj Atomic Energy Limited (RRAEL), a step-down wholly owned subsidiary, according to a regulatory filing made today. RRAEL was incorporated on April 20, 2026, under Adani Atomic Energy Limited (AAEL), which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Adani Power Limited. The new entity has an authorised capital of Rs 5,00,000, divided into 50,000 equity shares of Rs 10 each,…

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CIL builds 175.5 MT coal buffer ahead of summer 2026
By March 2, 2026March 2, 2026

Coal India Limited (CIL) has put in place a three-layer coal reserve of about 175.5 million tonnes as electricity demand begins to rise ahead of the summer of 2026. The company said the stock position is designed to ensure an uninterrupted domestic supply during the peak consumption period. CIL stated that power demand started increasing in January, an early indicator of higher summer requirements. In response, the company highlighted the scale of coal available across…

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Tata Power posts strong Q3 as renewable, manufacturing units drive growth
By February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

Tata Power Company Limited reported robust financial performance for the third quarter and nine month period of fiscal year 2026, led by strong growth in its renewable energy, manufacturing, and distribution businesses. For the quarter ended December 31, 2025, Tata Power recorded consolidated profit after tax of Rs 1,194 crore. Revenue stood at Rs 14,485 crore, while earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation came in at Rs 3,913 crore. For the nine month period,…

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BHEL reports strong Q3 FY 2025–26 earnings growth
By January 20, 2026January 20, 2026

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has reported a sharp year on year improvement across key financial metrics for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. The unaudited results were approved by the board on January 19, 2026. For Q3 FY 2025–26, BHEL posted standalone revenue from operations of Rs 8,473 crore, up 16.4% from Rs 7,277 crore in the corresponding quarter last year. Net profit for the quarter rose to Rs 390 crore, compared to Rs…

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India’s power challenge moves beyond generation to system optimisation
By January 19, 2026January 19, 2026

India’s power sector has transitioned from addressing chronic shortages to managing a complex landscape of over-capacity, urban distribution challenges, and a large industrial self-generation fleet, according to official data. Recent reports from the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) indicate the national priority is shifting from simply adding generation capacity to optimising utilisation and integrating diverse energy sources. The Central Electricity Authority (CEA), in its reports All India Electricity Statistics – General Review and Growth of Electricity…

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MTAR Technologies wins Rs 3.10 billion Kaiga nuclear equipment order
By December 19, 2025December 19, 2025

MTAR Technologies Limited has secured an order valued at Rs 3.10 billion from Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Limited (MEL) for the supply of equipment for the Kaiga nuclear power project units 5 and 6. The contract covers the manufacture and supply of critical equipment for the two civil nuclear reactor units. Deliveries will be executed in a staggered manner and are scheduled to continue until February 2030. With this order, MTAR Technologies’ cumulative order inflows…

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Tata Power outlines 30 GW capacity target by FY30
By December 17, 2025December 17, 2025

Tata Power outlined its medium-term growth strategy at its Analyst Meet held on 15 December 2025, with a focus on clean and green energy, transmission, distribution, and emerging technologies. The company said it is targeting a total operational capacity of 30 GW by FY30, of which 20 GW is planned from clean and green sources such as renewable energy, hydro, and pumped storage projects. The roadmap is aligned with India’s target of 500 GW non-fossil…

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ADB lends 100 million dollars for Sri Lanka’s power sector restructuring
By December 9, 2025December 9, 2025

Sri Lanka has secured a 100 million dollar policy loan from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to advance reforms under the Power Sector Reforms and Financial Sustainability Program. The funding supports the unbundling of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) under the 2024 Electricity Act and its 2025 amendment. The reforms aim to create separate entities for generation, transmission, system operation and distribution, introduce cost reflective tariffs and implement a clear debt restructuring plan. CEB carries…

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REC promotes Hemant Kumar as Executive Director
By December 3, 2025December 3, 2025

REC Limited has promoted Shri Hemant Kumar to Executive Director with effect from 02 December 2025. The company announced the elevation in a filing to the stock exchanges. Shri Kumar previously served as Chief General Manager of Finance and Accounts. He holds a Master’s degree in Finance and a Bachelor’s degree in Science with Physics Honours. The new role places him one level below the Board. REC said the appointment is an internal promotion and…

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NLCIL appoints Rajesh Pratap Singh Sisodia as Director of Planning and Projects
By December 3, 2025December 3, 2025

NLC India Limited has named Shri Rajesh Pratap Singh Sisodia as its Director of Planning and Projects, with effect from 02 December 2025. He took charge at the company’s Neyveli headquarters. Shri Sisodia brings more than 35 years of experience, largely from Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited, where he last served as Executive Director. His background covers design, site construction, and project management for major EPC projects across the power and industrial sectors. In his new…

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