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NLC India Operates 250 MW Lignite Plant in Rajasthan

Newsmantra — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:08:19 +0000

JAIPUR: NLC India Limited is operating a 250 MW lignite-based thermal power plant in Rajasthan, providing reliable base load power to the region. The plant plays a key role in ensuring grid stability and consistent electricity supply for both industrial and domestic consumers. It reflects the company’s commitment to dependable power generation while strengthening the national energy infrastructure, with lignite-based generation supporting steady and continuous power output for the state.

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Khurja Power Project Achieves Strong Operational Performance in FY26

Newsmantra — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 06:34:25 +0000

NEW DELHI. THDC India Limited’s 1320 MW Khurja Super Thermal Power Project (KSTPP) recorded an impressive Plant Availability Factor (PAF) of 85.27% during FY 2025–26, reflecting strong operational efficiency. CMD Shri Sipan Kumar Garg congratulated the team, highlighting their dedication and performance-driven approach. The project generated a total of 6,496 million units of power, with Unit-1 contributing 4,997.11 MU and Unit-2 contributing 1,498.90 MU. The station maintained efficient parameters, including auxiliary power consumption of 6.61%, specific oil consumption of 0.4 ml/kWh, and coal consumption of 0.52 kg/kWh. Additionally, the successful commissioning of the Signaling and Telecommunication system for the private railway siding on March 31, 2026, marked a key milestone, with ED (Projects) Shri Kumar Sharad commending the team for their commitment to operational excellence.

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POWERGRID appoints Shri Gyaneshwar Prasad Payasi and Shri Pradeep Kumar as Executive Director

Newsmantra — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:33:42 +0000

NEW DELHI. POWERGRID,apointed Shri Gyaneshwar Prasad Payasi and Shri Pradeep Kumar as Executive Director . Shri Gyaneshwar Prasad Payasi, now Executive Director of the CMD-Coordination Cell, brings over 30 years of extensive experience in project execution, PESM, CMD coordination, TBCB, and asset management. A BE and ME graduate from IIT Roorkee and PGDM from MDI Gurgaon, he has successfully led major strategic assignments including power evacuation projects in Rajasthan and asset monetization initiatives.

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Coal India and DVC Launch Joint Venture for Power Projects and By-Product Utilization

Newsmantra — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 06:33:40 +0000

KOLKATA. Coal India Limited and Damodar Valley Corporation have formed a joint venture, DVC CIL Power Private Limited, officially incorporated on March 27, 2026, with equal ownership. The venture, with an initial capital of around Rs 3,132.96 crore, aims to develop power generation projects across thermal, hydro, and renewable sources, along with transmission and distribution networks. It will also focus on utilizing by-products like fly ash for manufacturing and marketing materials, supporting expansion into areas such as e-mobility and water treatment.

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Coal India to Invest Rs 3,300 Crore in New Coking Coal Washeries to Boost Domestic Steel Industry

Newsmantra — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 06:32:51 +0000

KOLKATA. Coal India plans to invest around Rs 3,300 crore to set up eight new coking coal washeries by 2029-30, adding a total capacity of 21.5 million tonnes per year to improve coal quality and reduce reliance on costly imports. The company will also spend Rs 300 crore on modernizing existing washeries to enhance efficiency.

Additionally, Coal India is monetizing some assets and collaborating with Tata Steel to increase domestic supply of quality coking coal, aiming to strengthen the steel industry and save foreign exchange.

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India Energy Stack Version 0.4 Released to Strengthen Power Sector Digital Infrastructure

Newsmantra — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 05:54:13 +0000

NEW DELHI. The Ministry of Power released Version 0.4 of the India Energy Stack (IES) Architecture and Strategy, aiming to develop a shared digital framework for India’s power sector. This infrastructure will enable stakeholders like utilities, system operators, and consumers to securely exchange data, enhancing coordination, transparency, and efficiency. The release was attended by various senior officials and industry leaders, marking a significant step towards a unified digital ecosystem for energy in India.

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REC CMD Visits Power Startup and Innovation Zone at Bharat Electricity Summit

Newsmantra — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:18:22 +0000

NEW DELHI. REC Ltd CMD Shri Jitendra Srivastava, IAS, and Executive Director Shri Prince Dhawan visited the Power Startup & Innovation Zone at the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026. Held at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, this zone showcases disruptive technologies and next-generation business models. By bringing together startups and R&D leaders, the platform fosters AI integration and collaboration, creating vital investment opportunities and knowledge exchange to transform the future of India’s power sector.

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Shri Burra Vamsi Rama Mohan Appointed as CMD of Power Grid Corporation of India

Newsmantra — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:35:01 +0000

NEW DELHI: The Government of India has officially approved the appointment of Shri Burra Vamsi Rama Mohan as the Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) of Power Grid Corporation of India (POWERGRID). Shri Vamsi, who currently serves as Director (Projects), is set to assume his new role on April 1, 2026. He succeeds the current CMD, Dr. R. K. Tyagi, who will superannuate on March 31, 2026.

An engineering graduate with a Postgraduate Diploma in Management, Shri Vamsi brings over 30 years of extensive experience across the power and telecom sectors. His distinguished career at POWERGRID includes serving as CEO of POWERGRID Teleservices Limited, where he pioneered the company’s first Data Center project, as well as roles as COO (Telecom) and OSD (Projects). A founding member of the organization’s Regulatory Cell, he was a key architect in transitioning POWERGRID into the competitive bidding market.

Highly credentialed, Shri Vamsi has completed the Harvard ManageMentor program and advanced coursework at the Indian School of Business (ISB). His deep expertise in project implementation, procurement management, and regulatory frameworks is expected to further solidify POWERGRID’s leadership in India’s energy landscape.

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Union Ministers Unveil REC Limited’s High-Tech “Green Multiplier” Pavilion at Bharat Electricity Summit

Newsmantra — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:41:04 +0000

NEW DELHI. Union Ministers Shri Manohar Lal, Shri Prahlad Joshi, and Shri Shripad Naik officially inaugurated the REC Limited pavilion at the Bharat Electricity Summit. Themed “Financing India’s Energy Abundance,” the pavilion serves as a “Green Multiplier,” showcasing REC’s pivotal role as the financial backbone for India’s Net Zero 2070 goals and the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. The high-tech space—launched in the presence of Secretary (Power) Shri Pankaj Agarwal and REC CMD Shri Jitendra Srivastava—features immersive anamorphic LED walls and kinetic displays to highlight REC’s expanding footprint in renewable energy, electric mobility, and sustainable infrastructure. By blending vibrant design with decentralized power solutions, the pavilion reaffirms REC Limited’s leadership in powering the innovations necessary for a low-carbon, energy-secure future for all Indians.

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Union Minister Manohar Lal Inaugurates NHPC Pavilion at Bharat Electricity Summit 2026

Newsmantra — Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:22:23 +0000

NEW DELHI. Shri Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power and Housing and Urban Affairs, officially inaugurated the NHPC Pavilion today at the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026, held at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Accompanied by Union Ministers Shri Prahlad Joshi and Shri Shripad Naik, along with senior power officials and the NHPC board of directors, the Minister received a comprehensive overview of the organization’s efforts in hydropower development and renewable energy expansion. NHPC Chairman and Managing Director Shri Bhupender Gupta highlighted the agency’s latest technological advancements and its strategic role in bolstering India’s energy security through clean energy transitions. The four-day global exhibition, running from 19th to 22nd March 2026, continues to serve as a premier platform for showcasing sustainable infrastructure and the future of India’s power sector.

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