As of March 20, premium fuel prices rose from ₹2.09 to ₹2.35 per litre across state-run oil marketing organisations, including as Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited and Indian Oil Corporation Limited, in response to increasing global crude oil prices caused by geopolitical concerns in West Asia. Branded fuels like Power petrol and XP95 used to cost […]
In order to enhance India’s clean energy capacity and grid stability, NHPC Limited has started commercial operations of a 250 MW unit at its 2,000 MW Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project. With the third unit of the project being live on March 20, 2026, the total operational capacity reaches 750 MW, down from the intended 2,000 […]
India’s Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar said that the country’s fast transition in the energy domain is being reflected in the power sector, which is going through a structural shift towards innovation, affordability, and global collaboration. The minister emphasised India’s strong momentum in the clean energy transition while addressing the Bharat electrical Summit 2026, […]
India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA) data shows that stationary energy storage in the country is expanding at a rapid pace, with 92 GWh of BESS projects in the pipeline, which is a record. Installed storage capacity, which is currently below 1 GWh, may increase dramatically to 346 GWh by 2033 under the base scenario, and […]
Energy security, sectoral reforms, and long-term growth goals for India’s power industry were the main topics of discussion at Friday’s meeting of national power ministers, which was headed by Union Power Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, at the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026. During his address, the minister emphasised the importance of the sector in generating economic […]
Honeywell today announced the commercial launch of Experion Operations Assistant, an AI-powered solution designed to transform how industrial operators monitor plant performance, make critical decisions and respond to alarm incidents before they happen. Built on Honeywell’s flagship distributed control system, Experion PKS, Experion Operations Assistant merges historical data with real-time operational insights to allow operators to […]
The chemicals division of Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) would be diversified through an investment of up to ₹3,064.46 crore in equity in BCGCL, a joint venture with Coal India Limited. Coal India will own 51% of the joint venture and BHEL will own 49% over the course of four years. The business is making […]
In order to ensure that all employees, including contract workers, department heads, and Engineers-in-Charge (EICs), are up-to-date on the latest labour rules and regulations, NTPC Bongaigaon hosted an awareness session. Deputy Chief Labour Commissioner (Central) Nirmal Chandra Kar of the Ministry of Labour and Employment presided over the session and explained the new labour codes’ […]
In order to improve onboard catering services and eradicate unlawful selling, Indian Railways has introduced digitally traceable food packages and QR code-enabled identification cards, as Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw revealed Parliament on Thursday. All vendors and assistance in the catering industry are now required to carry identification cards with QR codes, according to the minister’s […]
On Thursday, India’s prime minister Narendra Modi extended an invitation to international companies to “make, invest, innovate, and scale” in the country’s power sector, establishing India as a prime location for energy-related collaborations and investments. As the world’s fastest-growing major economy, India is at a pivotal point in its energy transition, according to a message […]
