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MEDIA UPDATE (JANAUARY 13, 2025)

Edited By : Ameya Sathaye
Published : January 13, 2025, 7:24 AM IST   |   98

13-Jan-2025

Power

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” Gurgoan, Haryana : REC Limited, a Maharatna CPSE under the Ministry of Power and a leading NBFC, has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the Gandhigram Rural Institute under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative.” : Sarkaritel.com
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” New Delhi : Marking a significant step toward strengthening energy security in Assam, a Joint Venture Agreement was signed today between NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of NLC India Limited, and Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL).” : Sarkaritel.com
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” New Delhi : In a reflectiont to its technical expertise and problem-solving acumen, NTPC Bongaigaon secured the prestigious 2nd Runner-Up Award at the Regional Quality Circle Convention (RQCC) 2025, hosted by NTPC Darlipali on January 10, 2025.” : Sarkaritel.com

JSW Energy completes acquisition of 125 MW renewable assets from Hetero Group

New Delhi : JSW Energy completes acquisition of 125 MW renewable assets from Hetero Group. : Economic Times

Budget 2025: Energy experts demand increased allocation for smart meters, focus on modernising grid infra

New Delhi : Budget 2025: Energy experts demand increased allocation for smart meters, focus on modernising grid infra. : Economic Times

Waaree Energies acquires Enel Green Power India for ?792 crore

New Delhi : Waaree Energies acquires Enel Green Power India for ?792 crore. : Economic Times

NCLAT dismisses appeal to stay insolvency proceedings against Indrajit Power

New Delhi : The National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) has dismissed a plea to stay the insolvency proceedings against debt-ridden thermal power producer Indrajit Power. : Economic Times

India adds record renewable energy capacity of about 30 GW in 2024

New Delhi : India logged a record high renewable energy capacity addition of about 30 GW in 2024, more than 113 percent higher than 13.75 GW recorded in 2023, according to the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) data. : psuwatch.com

PVUNL to commission three 800 MW units in phase-1 by December this year: CEO

New Delhi : The three 800 MW units of phase 1 of Patratu Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (PVUNL) in Jharkhand’s Ramgarh district will be commissioned by the end of this year, an official said. : psuwatch.com

Power Grid emerges successful bidder under TBCB to acquire Kudankulam Transmission Limited

526d609c46eb2New Delhi : Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, under its selection as the successful bidder under Tariff based competitive bidding, has on 10.01.2025 acquired Kudankulam ISTS Transmission Limited. : psuconnect.in

NHPC Subansiri commences Access Plugging between upper horizontal pressure shafts

526a36c266c1eNew Delhi : The plugging of Access Adit-4 between eight upper horizontal pressure shafts has commenced at NHPC’s 2000 MW Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project. : psuconnect.in

REC Limited Commits Rs 8.44 Crore to support power plant in Tamil Nadu

524db06275b53New Delhi : REC Limited, a Maharatna CPSE under the Ministry of Power and a leading NBFC, has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the Gandhigram Rural Institute under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. : psuconnect.in

NLC forms JV to set up 1000 MW solar power projects in Assam

6255622e3cc21New Delhi : Government-owned NLC India Ltd on Saturday announced that its renewables arm has entered into a joint venture agreement with Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL) for developing 1000 MW solar power projects in the state. : Sarkaritel.com

Renewable energy capacity addition in India increases by 113 pc in 2024: Centre

New Delhi : India added about 30 GW (Gigawatt) of new renewable energy capacity last year, 113 per cent higher compared to 13.75 GW added in 2023, according to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. With the expansion, India’s total renewable energy capacity has reached 218 GW. : Sarkaritel.com

First unit of Buxar thermal power plant to start ops in March

New Delhi : First unit of Buxar thermal power plant to start ops in March. : Economic Times

Adani Group to invest Rs 65K crore in Chhattisgarh projects

Mumbai : The Adani Group will invest Rs 65,000 crore in energy and cement projects in Chhattisgarh, the conglomerate said Sunday. : Economic Times

IBA seeks blanket corporate tax holidays for compressed biogas production

New Delhi : Indian Biogas Association (IBA) has urged the finance ministry to create blanket corporate tax holidays for compressed biogas (CBG) production in the forthcoming General Budget to attract investment in the sector to promote this renewable energy source. : Mint

Waaree Energies to acquire Enel Green Power India for Rs 792 crore

New Delhi : Waaree Energies on Friday said it has inked a share purchase agreement to acquire entire equity stake in Enel Green Power India Pvt (EGPIPL) for a consideration of up to Rs 792 crore. : psuwatch.com

REC commits Rs 8.44 crore for 1MW Solar Power Plant at Gandhigram Rural Institute

524db06275b53New Delhi : REC Limited, a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under the Ministry of Power, has pledged Rs 8.44 crore under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative to support the establishment of a 1MW multitechnology, ground-mounted, grid-connected solar photovoltaic power plant at the Gandhigram Rural Institute (GRI), Dindigul, Tamil Nadu. : psuwatch.com

NLC India arm and APDCL to develop 1000 MW solar projects in Assam

6255622e3cc21New Delhi : State-owned NLC India Ltd on Saturday said its renewables arm has entered into a joint venture pact with Assam Power Distribution Company Ltd (APDCL) for developing 1000 MW solar power projects in Assam. : psuwatch.com

NTPC Bongaigaon Excels at Regional Quality Circle Convention 2025

526d57314ba45New Delhi : In a reflectiont to its technical expertise and problem-solving acumen, NTPC Bongaigaon secured the prestigious 2nd Runner-Up Award at the Regional Quality Circle Convention (RQCC) 2025, hosted by NTPC Darlipali on January 10, 2025. : psuconnect.in

NLC India Limited secures Mining Innovation Award

6255622e3cc21New Delhi : State-run NLC India Limited (NLCIL) has been conferred with the prestigious Mining Innovation Award for upholding high mining operations standards. : psuconnect.in

NLC India Renewables and Assam Power Distribution Sign JV Agreement

6255622e3cc21Guwahati : Marking a significant step toward strengthening energy security in Assam, a Joint Venture Agreement was signed today between NLC India Renewables Limited (NIRL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of NLC India Limited, and Assam Power Distribution Company Limited (APDCL). : psuconnect.in

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Oil and Gas

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” Mangalore : The Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri Ji, launched MRPL’s product, Toluene, during his visit to the refinery today. Puri also engaged in discussions with MRPL’s senior officials.” : Sarkaritel.com

Indian refiners shift crude strategy amid fears of Russian oil supply shocks

New Delhi : Oil refiners in India and China have increased crude purchases from the Middle East and the Atlantic Basin amid concern that further restrictions on imports from Russia and Iran may crimp access to supplies. : Economic Times

Centre approves oil and gas exploratory drilling in Assam sanctuary

New Delhi : The Centre’s wildlife panel has approved a proposal to carry out oil and gas exploration in the eco-sensitive zone of the Hoollongapar Gibbon Wildlife Sanctuary in Assam’s Jorhat district. : Economic Times

Adani Group to invest Rs 65K crore in Chhattisgarh projects

Mumbai : The Adani Group will invest Rs 65,000 crore in energy and cement projects in Chhattisgarh, the conglomerate said Sunday. : Economic Times

Government partially restores gas supply to IGL, Adani Total

New Delhi : The government has boosted the supply of cheaper gas to city gas retailers IGL, Adani-Total, and Mahanagar Gas, partially reversing the cuts made in 2024, as per the companies’ regulatory filings. : Mint

Oil sizzles to 3-month high after US imposes tougher sanctions on Russian crude; Brent rallies 4% to touch $80

New Delhi : International crude oil prices rallied nearly three per cent to hit their highest in three months in the previous session after commodity traders braced for supply disruptions from the broadest US sanctions package targeting Russian oil and gas revenue amid the ongoing military attacks on Ukraine. : Mint

Puri launches MRPL’s new product

52c0207805fb2New Delhi : The Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri launched MRPL’s product, ‘Toluene,’ during his visit to the refinery on Saturday. Puri also engaged in discussions with MRPL’s senior officials. : psuwatch.com

Petroleum Minister Shri Puri launches MRPL’s New Product

52c0207805fb2Mangalore : The Hon’ble Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Hardeep Singh Puri Ji, launched MRPL’s product, Toluene, during his visit to the refinery today. Shri Puri also engaged in discussions with MRPL’s senior officials. : psuconnect.in

IGX seeks regulatory approval for 3-6 month gas contracts

New Delhi : IGX seeks regulatory approval for 3-6 month gas contracts. : Economic Times

Oil prices rally 3% as US hits Russian oil with tougher sanctions

New Delhi : Oil prices rally 3% as US hits Russian oil with tougher sanctions. : Economic Times

Indian Gas Exchange plans to offer 3-6 month contracts

New Delhi : The Indian Gas Exchange (IGX) has sought regulatory approvals to launch 3-6 month gas contracts benchmarked to international gas prices, its chief executive Rajesh Kumar Mediratta said. : Economic Times

Government partially restores gas supply to IGL, Adani-Total

52c0218270807New Delhi : The government has increased cheaper gas supply to city gas retailers IGL, Adani-Total, and Mahanagar Gas, restoring a major part of the allocation that was cut in 2024, according to regulatory filings by the companies. : Economic Times

Iran Races to Sell Oil Stored in China

New Delhi : Iran Races to Sell Oil Stored in China. : Mint

IGX inks pact to collaborate with CEGH on development of trading platforms for green gases

Mumbai : Indian Gas Exchange (IGX) has signed a pact with Central European Gas Hub AG (CEGH), the leading gas hub operator in Central – and Eastern Europe (CEE) based in Vienna, Austria (European Union), to explore collaborative opportunities in natural gas and renewable gases trading. : psuwatch.com

Petrol and diesel price on focus: Check out details

New Delhi : Petrol and Diesel price, the all time hot and trendy topic online and offline, continue to fluctuate daily, with a current trend showing a decline. Petrol prices revised on 6 am in the morning everyday, keeping global variations in mind. : psuconnect.in

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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