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India must reduce oil & gas dependence, shift to renewables: Power Secy Pankaj Agarwal
Pankaj Agarwal emphasized the need for India to shift from oil and gas towards renewable energy. He noted recent events have highlighted the importance of energy security in the country. Significant changes in the power sector's economics, particularly in bat…
Vikran Engineering surges after securing Rs 154 crore order from Power Grid Corp
Vikran Engineering jumped 9.06% to Rs 61.15 after the company announced that it has secured a new order aggregating approximately Rs 153.76 crore from Power Grid Corporation of India for the 400 kV AIS Extension Substation Package SS 136T.
EAC - PM Flags Rising Grid Stress From India Rapid Solar Expansion
India nears 50 % domestic coal use in import - based power plants , sources say
Power sector outlook in India remains positive on strong demand, policy support: Report
The power sector outlook in the country remains strong due to high electricity demand, continued policy support and a sustained capital expenditure cycle across generation and transmission infrastructure, highlighted a report by HDFC Securities.
India dependence on imported thermal coal to remain firm
The import coal dependent power facilities are engineered to run on high-calorific, low-ash imported coal and face significant technical challenges in switching to domestic supply, which has much higher ash content and different combustion properties.
Strengthening grid integration of captive TPPs can substitute for capacity additions: Study
Latest CEEW study says improving utilisation of industrial power units can cut stranded asset risks and support renewable integration
India power sector may consume 830 - 835 million tonnes of coal in FY27
Power sector may consume 830-835 Mn Tons of coal in FY27
India's power sector is projected to consume 830-835 MT of coal in FY27, with Coal India targeting 810 MT for stability.
Power , Hotels & Chemicals : Dipan Mehta maps out the market next big opportunities
IT sector a contrarian opportunity at current valuations: Aditya Shah
Aditya Shah of Hercules Advisors identifies power, banking, chemicals, and real estate as promising sectors for long-term growth amidst global uncertainty. While cautious on EMS due to valuations, he sees potential in quick commerce players demonstrating disc…
PFC net up 3%, expects merger with REC by April 2027; flags concern over RBI norms
Power Finance Corporation and REC Ltd are planning to merge by April 1, 2027. This merger will create a single platform for financing India's power sector. Both companies have received in-principle approval for the restructuring. Legal and financial advisors …
India's power sector set for up to 6 per cent CAGR on multi-vector capex upcycle: Citi
India's power sector is positioned for a sustained growth trajectory with a medium-term forecast set at a 5-6 per cent CAGR, supported by the convergence of electrification, data centers, cooling loads, and manufacturing sectors. According to a Citi Research …
Coal India, CESC and other power stocks: JM Financial analyst explains impact of Bengal elections
JM Financial views the West Bengal election outcome as a potential boost for power sector governance, driven by expectations of reform under a BJP-led government. While this could create headwinds for CESC, it may benefit Coal India and other central utilities