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MEDIA UPDATE (JANAUARY 08, 2025)

Edited By : Ameya Sathaye
Published : January 8, 2025, 7:21 AM IST   |   Updated : January 8, 2025, 7:21 AM IST   |   129

08-Jan-2025

Power

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” New Delhi : Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) celebrated its annual BHEL Day with great fervour, where the company’s ‘Excel Awards’ were conferred on meritorious employees. H. D. Kumaraswamy, Union Minister of Heavy Industries and Steel graced the occasion as the Chief Guest and presented the awards.” : Sarkaritel.com

PM Modi to lay foundation stone for NTPC’s Rs 1.85 lakh cr Green Hydrogen Hub Project near Vizag

526d57314ba45New Delhi : Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone for NTPC’s state-of-the-art Green Hydrogen Hub Project at Pudimadaka near Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday (Jan 8), being set up with an investment of Rs 1.85 lakh crore as part of the Government’s big push to clean energy. : Sarkaritel.com

Hartek wins Rs 117 crore order from Power Grid

526d609c46eb2New Delhi : Hartek Group’s power system business unit has secured a Rs 117 crore project in Gujarat from Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL), India’s largest power transmission company. : Economic Times

REC looks to sell Rs 2,848 cr bad loans in Corporate Power with 98% haircut

524db06275b53New Delhi : State-owned REC Ltd is looking to sell bad loans worth Rs 2,848 crore in Corporate Power Ltd (CPL) and has invited counterbids through a Swiss challenge auction, initiated by an anchor bid of Rs 58.65 crore. : Business Standard

BHEL celebrates Utkrishthta Utsav and BHEL Day

526d4d77ceb9fNew Delhi : Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) celebrated its annual BHEL Day with great fervour, where the company’s ‘Excel Awards’ were conferred on meritorious employees. : psuwatch.com

Govt proposes stabilisation fund for fuel and power purchase cost adjustments

New Delhi : Govt proposes stabilisation fund for fuel and power purchase cost adjustments. : Economic Times

US to scrap curbs on Indian nuclear entities, boost energy ties

New Delhi : US to scrap curbs on Indian nuclear entities, boost energy ties. : Economic Times

India eyes private capital for $107 billion grid expansion

New Delhi : India eyes private capital for $107 billion grid expansion. : Economic Times

Energy Efficiency: A Global Imperative for a Sustainable Future

New Delhi : Energy Efficiency: A Global Imperative for a Sustainable Future. : Economic Times

India doesn’t need philanthropic subsidies to promote energy access: Rockefeller Foundation Prez

New Delhi : India doesn’t need much project-specific philanthropic subsidy for enhancing energy access but would benefit from expertise that can help build demonstration projects to crowd in private capital and induce ecosystem efficiency, the president of the Rockefeller Foundation said. : Economic Times

LT power transmission and distribution arm wins large orders in India, Saudi Arabia

New Delhi : The Power transmission and distribution arm of the multinational constructions major, Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T), has announced the winning of new orders in India and Middle Eastern countries like Saudi Arabia and Dubai, according to an exchange filing on Tuesday, January 7. : Mint

PM Modi to lay foundation stone of NTPC Green Energy’s green hydrogen hub project in Andhra Pradesh

526d57314ba45New Delhi : Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone for NTPC Green Energy Ltd’s green hydrogen hub project at Pudimadaka near Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh on Jan. 8. : pv-magazine.com

NTPC Unchahar Shines With Multiple PR Awards For Excellence

526d57314ba45New Delhi : NTPC Unchahar continues its legacy of excellence, winning multiple prestigious Public Relations awards from two renowned organizations. : indianpsu.com

Power Grid wins 2 inter-state transmission system projects under TBCB

526d609c46eb2New Delhi : Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (Power Grid), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, has been declared the successful bidder for two critical inter-state transmission system (ISTS) projects through Tariff-Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB). : psuwatch.com

Coal India Chairman reviews operations at North Eastern Coalfields (NEC)

526d56d32cf13New Delhi : The Chairman of Coal India Limited (CIL) PM Prasad recently visited the North Eastern Coalfields (NEC) located in Margherita, Assam, to inspect the operational performance of its Tikak and Tirap mines. : psuwatch.com

Power Grid emerges successful bidder under TBCB for two inter-state transmission projects

526d609c46eb2New Delhi : State-run Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd. (Power Grid) announced that it has been awarded successful bids for two significant projects through the Tariff Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) process. These projects aim to enhance India’s Inter-State Transmission System. : psuconnect.in

Bibhas Ghatak Appointed GM-Operations & Maintenance at NTPC Korba

526d57314ba45New Delhi : Shri Bibhas Ghatak has assumed the role of General Manager of Operations & Maintenance (O&M) at NTPC Korba, effective today. : psuconnect.in

L&T wins new orders in India and abroad for Power Transmission & Distribution business

New Delhi : The Power Transmission & Distribution (PT&D) vertical of Larsen & Toubro has won new orders in India and the Middle East. It has won an order to implement the Advanced Distribution Management System in West Bengal. : psuconnect.in

Tata Power’s ambitious pumped hydro project in Maharashtra to commence from this month

New Delhi : Tata Power’s ambitious pumped hydro project in Maharashtra to commence from this month. : Economic Times

Protest ends after land allotted away from Oran to Adani power project

New Delhi : Protest ends after land allotted away from Oran to Adani power project. : Economic Times

UJALA scheme completes 10 years, saves ?19,153 crore annually

New Delhi : UJALA scheme completes 10 years, saves ?19,153 crore annually. : Economic Times

Become your own power producer, increase income: Tripura Electricity Minister urges residents at PM Surya Ghar Camp

New Delhi : Become your own power producer, increase income: Tripura Electricity Minister urges residents at PM Surya Ghar Camp. : Economic Times

Husk expands solar capacity to 20 MW, plans 100 MW pipeline for 2025

New Delhi : Husk expands solar capacity to 20 MW, plans 100 MW pipeline for 2025. : Economic Times

CRI Pumps bags Rs 754 crore deal from MSEDCL, to supply 25,000 solar pumps

Mumbai : CRI Pumps, one of the world’s fastest-growing fluid management solution providers, was officially empanelled by the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company (MSEDCL), : Business Standard

Powering ahead: India adding nuclear power faster than global peers

New Delhi : India’s nuclear power generation has grown twice as fast as the rest of the world in recent times. : Business Standard

CCI approves Gentari Renewables India’s acquisition of 21 SPVs

New Delhi : The Competition Commission of India announced it has approved Gentari Renewables India’s acquisition of 21 special purpose vehicles (SPVs), owning renewable power generation plants, and the holding companies of certain SPVs. : pv-magazine.com

Ministry of Coal hosts Chintan Shivir 2.0 to shape a sustainable future for the coal sector

52c44698bc0a7New Delhi : The Ministry of Coal hosted “Chintan Shivir 2.0” at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and collaboration to shape the coal sector’s future. : psuwatch.com

IREDA achieves ‘Excellent’ rating for 4th consecutive year in MoU performance

New Delhi : Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA) has achieved ‘Excellent’ rating for the performance MoU signed with the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) for the financial year 2023-24, with a score of 98.24. : psuwatch.com

NTPC incorporates NTPC Parmanu Urja Nigam Ltd for nuclear energy business

526d57314ba45New Delhi : NTPC Limited, a Maharatna PSU and India’s largest power utility, has incorporated a new subsidiary named NTPC Parmanu Urja Nigam Limited (NPUNL) for undertaking nuclear energy business. : psuwatch.com

Anantapur II REZ Transmission Ltd incorporated as wholly owned subsidiary of PFC Consulting Limited

5270f1a1f406dNew Delhi : State-owned Power Finance Corporation has announced that there is the incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary of PFC Consulting Limited (a wholly owned subsidiary of Power Finance Corporation Limited) named, ANANTAPUR II REZ TRANSMISSION LIMITED. : psuconnect.in

Green energy stock, NTPC Green plans to develop green hydrogen hub worth Rs 1.8 trillion

526d57314ba45New Delhi : NTPC Green Energy Limited plans to develop a green hydrogen hub at an estimated cost of Rs 1.8 trillion ($21 billion) as the country aims to increase its supply of carbon-free fuel to meet growing demands. : psuconnect.in

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Oil and Gas

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” Mangalore : In a landmark move, Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) has entered a strategic partnership with Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves Limited (ISPRL). This partnership enables MRPL to leverage storage capacity from ISPRL’s caverns, marking a significant milestone for both organizations.” : Sarkaritel.com

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” New Delhi : Government Wenlock Hospital, Mangalore, is set to elevate its eye care services with the addition of two state-of-the-art ophthalmology devices: the Topcon 3D Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) and the Topcon Slit Lamp. These advanced tools are being provided by Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) through its CSR initiative, Arogya Samrakshan, at a cost of ?30 lakh.” : Sarkaritel.com

Maharashtra Natural Gas IPO: BPCL board approves ?1,000 crore public issue of JV company

52c021a3416f1Mumbai : Maharashtra Natural Gas (MNGL), a joint venture involving Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL), GAIL, and Indraprastha Gas Ltd (IGL), is gearing up to go public with an Initial Public Offering (IPO) exceeding ?1,000 crore. : Mint

Interview For Director (HR) Oil India Limited To Be Held On January 15

65ddd7d2b5295New Delhi : Public Sector Headhunter, The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) will hold interviews for the post of Director (Human Resources), Oil India Limited on January 15, 2025. : indianpsu.com

10.33 Crore Connections Released Under PMUY By Ministry Of Petroleum And Natural Gas

52c0208f8c308New Delhi : The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas is concerned with exploration and production of Oil & Natural Gas, refining, distribution and marketing, import, export and conservation of petroleum products. : indianpsu.com

MRPL, ISPRL forge strategic partnership to boost energy resilience

52c0207805fb2New Delhi : Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) has announced a groundbreaking strategic partnership with Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves Limited (ISPRL), marking a significant milestone for both organisations in enhancing India’s energy security. : psuwatch.com

PM Modi to lay foundation stone for NTPC’s Rs 1.85 lakh cr Green Hydrogen Hub Project near Vizag

New Delhi : Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone for NTPC’s state-of-the-art Green Hydrogen Hub Project at Pudimadaka near Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh on Wednesday (Jan 8), being set up with an investment of Rs 1.85 lakh crore as part of the Government’s big push to clean energy. : Sarkaritel.com

PNGRB proposes uniform insurance coverage for PNG and CNG consumers

New Delhi : PNGRB proposes uniform insurance coverage for PNG and CNG consumers. : Economic Times

Oil prices extend losses, firmer dollar and supply outlook weigh

New Delhi : Oil prices extend losses, firmer dollar and supply outlook weigh. : Economic Times

Kerala awarded Rs 34.8 crore funding for green hydrogen pilot project

Mumbai : Kerala awarded Rs 34.8 crore funding for green hydrogen pilot project. : Economic Times

MRPL partners ISPRL for cost-effective crude oil storage facility

52c0207805fb2New Delhi : Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ltd (MRPL) has entered into a strategic deal to store its crude oil in the caverns of the Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves Ltd (ISPRL). : Mint

India’s fuel consumption rises 2.1% to hit seven-month high in December

New Delhi : India’s fuel consumption in December rose 2.1 per cent year on year to 20.67 million metric tons, its highest level since last May, oil ministry data showed on Tuesday. : Business Standard

Monthly natural gas trades shoot up 129% in Dec: Indian Gas Exchange

New Delhi : An increase in gas prices in the international market and a reduction in Administered Price Mechanism (APM) gas allocation to city gas distributors (CGD) led to monthly gas volumes traded on the Indian Gas Exchange Limited (IGX) rising by 129 per cent sequentially to 5.7 million metric million British thermal units (mmBtu) in December, the company said on Tuesday. : Business Standard

Ethanol 2.0 policies key for India to match Brazil as a biofuel superpower

New Delhi : Ethanol — a combination of two carbon, six hydrogen, and one oxygen atoms — is arguably India’s favourite. When blended with fermented grapes or barley, it drives your spirits higher; when mixed with petrol, it powers your Dzire or Innova. : Business Standard

Green energy stock, NTPC Green plans to develop green hydrogen hub worth Rs 1.8 trillion

New Delhi : NTPC Green Energy Limited plans to develop a green hydrogen hub at an estimated cost of Rs 1.8 trillion ($21 billion) as the country aims to increase its supply of carbon-free fuel to meet growing demands. : psuconnect.in

Number Of LPG Connections In India Jumps 100% In Last 10 Years

New Delhi : The number of LPG connections for household kitchens in the country increased by 2 folds from from 14.52 crore in 2014 to 32.83 crore as of November 1, 2024, according to the year-end review of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas released on Tuesday. : Zeenews

MoPNG Secretary to Brief Media on India Energy Week 2025

New Delhi : MoPNG Secretary to Brief Media on India Energy Week 2025. : newsip.in

LPG connections to households jump over 2-fold to 32.83 crore in last 10 years

New Delhi : The number of LPG connections for household kitchens in the country has more than doubled to 32.83 crore, as of November 1, 2024, from 14.52 crore in 2014, according to the year-end review of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas released on Tuesday. : Sarkaritel.com

Oil prices dip as demand optimism wanes

New Delhi : Oil prices dip as demand optimism wanes. : Economic Times

Amendments to upstream legal framework will bolster investor confidence but much depends on rules to be framed

New Delhi : Amendments to upstream legal framework will bolster investor confidence but much depends on rules to be framed. : Economic Times

GIXI rises 10% in December; IGX trades surge 129% MoM

New Delhi : GIXI rises 10% in December; IGX trades surge 129% MoM. : Economic Times

ISPRL plans oil reserve in Madhya Pradesh; Bina proposed as potential site

New Delhi : State-owned Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves (ISPRL) is weighing building a new strategic reserve in Madhya Pradesh to serve refineries in the northern part of the country during supply emergencies. : Economic Times

MRPL signs MoU with ISPRL to utilise underground caverns for crude storage

52c0207805fb2New Delhi : Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding on Tuesday with Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves Limited to utilise ISPRL’s underground caverns for crude oil storage. : Business Standard

Opec oil output falls in December on drop in UAE, Iran production: Report

New Delhi : Opec oil output fell in December after two months of increases, a Reuters survey found, as a drop from the United Arab Emirates due to field maintenance and from Iran offset a hike from Nigeria and other gains elsewhere in the group. : Business Standard

10th oil and gas bidding round only after passage of oilfield Bill

New Delhi : The 10th round of bidding for exploration and production (E&P) of oil and gas assets will be announced after the government hopes to pass the Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Amendment Bill, 2024, in Parliament during the upcoming Budget session, officials said. : Business Standard

MRPL and ISPRL Forge Strategic Partnership

52c0207805fb2Mangalore : In a landmark move, Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) has entered a strategic partnership with Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves Limited (ISPRL). : psuconnect.in

Petrol And Diesel Price Today: Check City-Wise Rates Across India Including In Delhi, Mumbai And Kolkata

New Delhi : Petrol, Diesel Prices Today On January 7, 2025: Oil marketing companies (OMCs) update petrol and diesel prices every day at 6 AM to ensure transparency and reflect the volatility in global markets. : news18.com

India’s operational natural gas pipeline expands by 62.6%, development of 10,805 km under execution: Ministry

New Delhi : The length of operational natural gas pipeline in the country has increased from 15,340 kilometres (Kms) in 2014 to 24,945 Kms, a whopping 62.6 per cent as of September 10, 2024, the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas said in its year-end review of the last year. : tribuneindia.com

Ameya Sathaye is the Founder & Editor-in-Chief of SarkariTel.com and DiplomacyIndia.com with over 25 years of experience in journalism, public policy, diplomacy, governance, infrastructure and international affairs. He has represented India at major international conferences and has served as an international election observer in Uzbekistan. Detailed Biography → https://www.sarkaritel.com/about-author/
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