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Former NTPC Executive Director Sangeeta Kaushik Honoured with Woman of the Year Award

Newsmantra — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:32:17 +0000

NEW DELHI. Ms. Sangeeta Kaushik, Former Executive Director for Corporate Planning, Business Development, and Consultancy at NTPC Limited, was conferred with the prestigious Woman of the Year Award at the India Energy Storage Week. The award was presented to her by Mr. Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairperson of the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), in recognition of her impactful contributions to the sector. Expressing her gratitude to the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) for the honour, Ms. Kaushik credited her parent organisation, NTPC, for providing her with the platform and opportunities to actively lead and work on its various pivotal energy transition initiatives, noting that this award serves as a powerful acknowledgment of those collaborative efforts.

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SCOPE Signs Landmark MoU with IISD to Support Public Sector Energy Transition

Newsmantra — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 09:56:39 +0000

NEW DELHI. The Standing Conference of Public Enterprises has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the International Institute for Sustainable Development, an independent global think tank with offices in Canada and Geneva dedicated to accelerating solutions for a stable climate, sustainable resources, and fair economies. This collaborative partnership builds upon strategic high-level discussions held in June 2026 with senior IISD leadership, including Associate Vice-President for Resilience Ms. Anne Hammill and Energy Program Director Mr. Christopher Beaton. By joining forces, both organizations aim to drive collaborative action, capacity building, research, and robust policy advocacy to help Indian public sector enterprises seamlessly integrate sustainability into their core operations and contribute meaningfully toward the nation’s net-zero ambitions.

This strategic alliance marks a pivotal step forward in addressing climate resilience, sustainable resource management, and low-carbon development priorities across India’s vibrant public sector landscape. Through this knowledge-sharing framework, the partnership will focus on equipping enterprises with the necessary institutional capacity and technical expertise to align India’s public sector with global sustainability aspirations while strengthening the ongoing national energy transition. The initiative reflects a shared commitment to building a resilient foundation for long-term green growth, ensuring that public enterprises are well-positioned to navigate future environmental and economic challenges effectively.

In another major industrial achievement, the National Capital Region Transport Corporation has been conferred the prestigious Sankalp Se Siddhi Infrastructure Honour at the ET Edge Supply Chain Fest 2026. This coveted award was presented in recognition of the successful implementation of the landmark Delhi-Ghaziabad-Meerut Namo Bharat corridor. The honour highlights the project’s transformative impact on regional connectivity, its pioneering contribution to modern urban mobility, and its innovative execution methods that align seamlessly with the vision of transformative national initiatives such as the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, reflecting the collaborative efforts of the entire team in building a future-ready transportation ecosystem.

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POWERING FUTURE GRIDS Green Energy Pioneer Mohit Bhargava to Lead IECC, UC Berkeley

Newsmantra — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 05:59:18 +0000

Shri Mohit Bhargava has been appointed Country Director at the India Energy & Climate Center (IECC), Goldman School of Public Policy, UC Berkeley, where he will bridge rigorous research with practical climate policies.

A veteran with over 35 years of sector expertise, Shri Bhargava’s monumental contribution lies in architecting India’s clean energy landscape. As the founding CEO of NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL) and Executive Director (RE) at NTPC, he spearheaded an unprecedented transition—astronomically scaling NTPC’s renewable energy pipeline from a modest 1 GW to over 25 GW within just 55 months.

Further cementing his leadership, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) recently nominated him as a Green Hydrogen Expert to the National Green Hydrogen Mission’s Empowered Group. His deep operational experience with utility-scale frameworks makes him uniquely suited to drive global climate policy integration from the ground up.

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Power Foundation Executive Committee Discusses Sector Priorities, Strengthening Role as Industry Think Tank

Newsmantra — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:31:11 +0000

NEW DELHI: The Executive Committee of the Power Foundation of India (PFI) met under the chairmanship of Dr R.K. Tyagi, Director General, PFI, to review the Foundation’s ongoing initiatives and deliberate on emerging opportunities and challenges in the power sector. The meeting was attended by Shri Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairperson, Central Electricity Authority (CEA); Shri D.N. Misra, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Power; Shri Gurdeep Singh, CMD, NTPC Limited; Shri Bhupender Gupta, CMD, NHPC Limited and SJVN; Shri Samir Chandra Saxena, CMD, Grid Controller of India Limited; and Dr Manoj Kumar Jhawar, CMD, PTC India Limited, along with senior officials and representatives from leading power and renewable energy organisations, including PFC, CPRI, Powergrid, THDC, REC Limited, SECI and BEE.

During the meeting, PFI presented an overview of its key activities, including research studies, publications and knowledge initiatives undertaken in support of the power sector. The Committee discussed the Foundation’s role as a think tank in providing evidence-based research, policy inputs and strategic insights to facilitate informed decision-making and sustainable sectoral growth. The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Shri Anshuman Srivastava, Executive Director, Power Foundation of India.

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Harsh Nupur Joshi Appointed Chief Operating Officer of ONGC Green

Newsmantra — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 12:20:52 +0000

NEW DELHI. Shri Harsh Nupur Joshi has officially assumed charge as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of ONGC Green Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of ONGC dedicated to leading the organization’s clean energy transition. Prior to this elevation, Shri Joshi served with distinction as the Head of Renewables at ONGC, where he successfully spearheaded several key sustainable energy initiatives.

An electrical engineering graduate with decades of profound experience across various engineering and business development domains within ONGC, Shri Joshi brings a wealth of project management expertise to this role. As Chief Operating Officer, he will be instrumental in driving ONGC Green’s ambitious goal of scaling up renewable energy capacities, managing strategic joint ventures, and exploring high-growth clean tech frontiers like solar, wind, biofuels, and green hydrogen to ensure a sustainable future for the energy giant.

To hear insights regarding India’s evolving green sector from the leader himself, watch the Global Clean Energy Summit Address, which features his perspective on the ongoing clean energy revolution.

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Power Foundation Director General Dr. R.K. Tyagi Meets Union Minister Manohar Lal

Newsmantra — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:32:19 +0000

NEW DELHI. Dr. R.K. Tyagi, Director General of the Power Foundation of India, called on the Hon’ble Union Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs, Shri Manohar Lal, earlier today. During the courtesy meeting, the Director General briefed the Minister on the Foundation’s key ongoing initiatives, research projects, and institutional activities. The discussions centered on critical challenges, emerging priorities, and policy pathways shaping the country’s power sector transition. The meeting highlights the Foundation’s continued role in supporting national energy objectives through strategic insights.

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Renu Narang Honored with Woman of the Year Award by Cricket Legend K Srikkanth

Newsmantra — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:51:44 +0000

NEW DELHI. Ms. Renu Narang, the CEO of NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Limited (NVVN), has been officially recognized with the prestigious Woman of the Year Award for her outstanding contributions to India’s power and renewable energy sector. The award was presented to her by the legendary veteran cricketer, Sh. Krishnamachari Srikkanth, highlighting her immense impact as a trailblazing leader. Under her strategic vision, she has built an inspiring legacy centered on advancing sustainable energy solutions and driving excellence in corporate leadership across the country.

As the head of NVVN, Ms. Narang has played a pivotal role in accelerating India’s energy transition through major power trading operations and solar rooftop initiatives. Her multi-decade career spans finance and corporate governance, allowing her to successfully champion innovative clean energy programs and carbon market development. This well-deserved recognition celebrates a distinguished executive who continues to inspire future generations of women leaders while driving a positive, lasting impact on the nation’s green energy landscape.

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PFC Welcomes Shri V. Packirisamy as Director (Commercial)

Newsmantra — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 13:36:56 +0000

NEW DELHI. Shri V. Packirisamy has joined Power Finance Corporation (PFC) as Director (Commercial). Smt. Parminder Chopra, Chairman and Managing Director of PFC, extended a warm welcome to him on behalf of the organization and conveyed her best wishes for his successful tenure.

A seasoned professional with extensive experience in the power sector, Shri Packirisamy has held several key leadership positions during his distinguished career. His deep understanding of the sector and proven track record are expected to add significant value to PFC’s ongoing efforts in supporting India’s growing energy and infrastructure requirements.

The appointment comes at a crucial time as PFC continues to play a pivotal role in financing the country’s power and infrastructure sectors. The PFC family looks forward to Shri Packirisamy’s valuable contributions and wishes him every success in his new role as the organization advances its commitment to India’s energy transition and sustainable development.

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Myanmar President Visits NTPC NETRA, Explores Clean Energy Innovations

Newsmantra — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 11:32:37 +0000

NEW DELHI. Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing visited NTPC Energy Technology Research Alliance (NETRA), the R&D arm of NTPC Limited, in Greater Noida on Sunday. During the visit, NTPC Chairman and Managing Director Gurdeep Singh briefed the President-led delegation on the company’s growth journey, its previous engagements in Myanmar, and its initiatives in research, innovation, and clean energy technologies that support the global energy transition. The President expressed keen interest in NTPC’s clean energy initiatives, the company said.

NTPC showcased a range of renewable energy and sustainability-focused innovations before the high-level delegation, highlighting opportunities for enhanced cooperation between India and Myanmar in the energy sector. The delegation toured NETRA’s advanced pilot facilities, including a 4 MW/1 MWh solar microgrid, a 3 MWh vanadium redox flow battery energy storage system, a green hydrogen hub, and an agri/municipal solid waste gasification-to-power plant. According to NTPC, the visit underscored India’s progress in renewable energy, energy storage, green hydrogen, and waste-to-energy technologies, while paving the way for greater collaboration through technology exchange, capacity building, and sustainable energy development.

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BPCL Wins Prestigious Gold Award for Renewable Energy Excellence

Newsmantra — Thu, 21 May 2026 08:37:31 +0000

MUMBAI. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has won the Gold Award in the Renewable Energy Integration Category at the Greentech Energy Management Excellence Summit and Awards 2026 in New Delhi. The award was received by Chief General Manager Dibyendu Dwijesh Sarkar and team member Harshal Talele on behalf of the company. This prestigious recognition highlights BPCL’s successful work in expanding clean energy and building a sustainable system to help India meet its environmental goals. The company is actively working toward creating a massive 10 gigawatt renewable energy network by 2035 and aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions in its operations by 2040.

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