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Aug 2025

8RTM price slumped as sell bids doubled demand
On 2025-08-25, RTM sell bids (4,79,881.55 MWh) were ~2.04× purchase bids (2,34,947.23 MWh); weighted MCP printed Rs 2.26/kWh with 2,13,526.59 MWh scheduled.
Inference — A day-long supply overhang, with no inter-regional ATC or (N-1) violations, compressed prices.
Why it matters — Cheap balancing cuts procurement costs versus forward hedges.
8Anta ICT maintenance didn’t bite; corridors ran constraint-free
A 1,500 MVA 765/400 kV ICT-3 tie-bay at Anta was under maintenance 11:55–16:25 IST on 2025-08-25.
Inference — Despite this local outage, NLDC shows 0% violations across WR↔NR, ER↔NR, NEW↔SR; RTM still averaged Rs 2.26/kWh.
Why it matters — Redundancy insulated prices; targeted outages didn’t propagate market stress.
8Ajmer 765 kV was the only voltage outlier
Ajmer logged 2.71% time outside the IEGC voltage band on 2025-08-25; most 765/400 kV nodes were at 0.00%.
Inference — A localized reactive shortfall persisted despite benign transfer constraints.
Why it matters — Low-capex VAR/compensation at a few hubs can unlock headroom system-wide.
8Mid-afternoon frequency hit both tails
All-India frequency peaked at 50.321 Hz (15:02) and bottomed at 49.774 Hz (16:35) on 2025-08-25; FDI was 26.2, average 50.008 Hz.
Inference — Shoulder-hour ramps (solar decline/starts) drove control actions, not the classic evening peak.
Why it matters — DSM risk is shifting to 15:00–17:00; operators may need earlier secondary response.
8Peaking auctions offered big volume, found no buyers
On 2025-08-25, HP-DAM on IEX recorded 94,840.90 MWh of sell bids, 0.00 MWh purchase bids, and 0.00 MWh scheduled.
Inference — With RTM at Rs 2.26/kWh and no corridor binds, buyers preferred intraday flexibility over peaking blocks.
Why it matters — Hydro flexibility remained un-monetised; balancing risk migrated to RTM.
8East halved forecast error by moving intraday
ER demand-forecast MAPE improved from 2.91% (Day-Ahead) to 1.06% (Intraday) on 2025-08-25; Block-1 DA error was −1,896 MW versus −440 MW Intraday.
Inference — Same-day model updates corrected the night/morning bias and trimmed deviation exposure.
Why it matters — Fewer panic RTM buys at open; lower DSM outgo.
8Rajasthan locked Rs 4.99 for October; spot was half
A reverse auction on 2025-08-25 discovered L1 at Rs 4.99/kWh for 500 MW (01–18 Oct, 24×7) at regional periphery.
Inference — Forward hedging persists despite same-day RTM at ~Rs 2.26/kWh; states are paying a security premium.
Why it matters — A ~Rs 2.73/kWh premium signals tightening expectations for October and raises pass-through costs.
8Haryana overstocked on coal while gas units idled
On 2025-08-24, Panipat/RGTPS/Yamunanagar held 146–156% of normative coal stock; a day later, Faridabad and Auraiya gas units were under Reserve Shutdown.
Inference — With spot power near Rs 2–3/kWh, higher-SRMC gas stayed offline despite coal comfort.
Why it matters — Dispatch is being set by economics, not fuel scarcity — a positive for consumer tariffs.
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8The document does not specify how tariffs will be discovered or escalated This leaves developers exposed to future cost inflation without passthrough Such ambiguity could deter serious financiers Details
8This EOI extends the state’s pattern of bundling projects for scale Competition is preserved but barriers for smaller actors rise Developers should expect continuity in riskallocation once the RfP is issued Details
8From IRCON to midsized private firms capabilities diverged sharply Technical completion suggests a tighter qualification screen is likely This step determines if competition remains broad or collapses to a few Details
No escalation clause for module prices in TSNPDCL solar BOMT tenders
8Rising panel costs remain contractors’ headache Without explicit escalation EPCs must absorb volatility This may dampen participation and inflate quoted premiums. Details
No MSME exemption in DVC tender tightens bidder pool
8MSMEs lose eligibility relief with EMD exemptions deleted This reversal blocks small firms despite government preference orders Only capitalheavy contractors remain viable contenders
Lottery clause to break tariff ties  —  JVVNL Hanumangarh solar
8Identical tariffs will be resolved by draw of lots a rare but spreading method This introduces unpredictability in bid outcomes Developers cannot rely solely on pricing precision Details
No MSME exemption marks reversal in DVC Konar pooling station
8Unlike earlier projects MSMEs must deposit full EMD This is a sharp departure from past practice Smaller firms lose a traditional advantage

Double - penalty clause on road upkeep tightens cost pressure  —  NTPC PB Northwest
8Failure to maintain forest and village transport routes triggers doublecost penalties linked to RA bill processing Contractors effectively underwrite rural infrastructure This unusual transfer of liability could thin the bidder pool

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Unaddressed escalation leaves O&M inflation risk on EPC  —  JREDA Palamu solar
8With no cost escalation clause contractors face rising expenses over 25 years Labour and material inflation may erode returns.
Qualification thresholds not disclosed in TSGENCO tender
8No explicit experience or project scale bars have been set This leaves bidders unsure of eligibility standards It may either broaden or confuse participation Details
Bundled lot structure raises bidder barriers in Ajmer O&M tender
8The tender covers 80 lots across 14 circles capped at two awards per bidder This bundling strategy was intended for scale but has raised entry hurdles Contractors now face a dilemma in how many lots to risk
Uttarakhand hydro tenders show systemic strain  —  UJVN SBR HEP
8Multiextension cycles are becoming common in UJVN’s hydro packages Himalayan tunneling risk and rigid PQCs deter contractors Without structural changes bidder turnout will remain thin Details
8Digital monitoring rollback raises questions  —  PGCIL 765kV reactor package
Optical temperature sensors earlier mandatory have been dropped in Rev08 The reversal signals either cost pragmatism or reliability concerns Industry will debate if resilience has been compromised for savings

8Balance  -  only EPC scope alters risk profile  —  MAHAGENCO Paras solar project
The promoter has restricted the package to incomplete works and material supply This limits bidder control over earlier execution quality Such narrowed scope elevates interface and warranty risks for the incoming contractor

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Reverse auction keeps tariff pressure high  —  BHEL RESCO tender
8Despite heavier obligations bids will face undercutting pressure through eRA This may push tariffs to unsustainable lows The risk of longterm underperformance rises
Absence of securities offsets with hidden risks  —  IREDA tender
8The tender waives EMD and PBG But the relief is neutralized by unlimited indemnity and borrower - pays provisions leaving counsel with heavier liabilities than in past rounds Details
8RTM liquidity fractured; PXIL capped while IEX cleared deep
IEX RTM cleared 145.33 GWh at Rs 3.84/kWh on 2025-08-22, while PXIL hit the Rs 10.00/kWh cap on 0.78 GWh; HPX cleared 0.00 MWh.
Inference — Buyers clustered on IEX’s deeper book; thin venues cleared at the cap or not at all.
Why it matters — Misrouting bids to capped/shallow venues can add Rs 6.16/kWh vs IEX that day.
8Peaking auctions went dormant; three straight days saw zero clears
Hydro-peaking (HP-DAM) cleared 0.00 MWh on 22–24 Aug across IEX; HPX HP-DAM also showed 0.00 throughout.
Inference — With mid-day VRE penetration peaking near 33% on 2025-08-22, buyers likely leaned on RTM rather than forward peaking blocks.
Why it matters — A dormant peaking lane can strand flexible hydro and shift balancing risk to intraday markets.
8Ancillary lane on HPX was a no-show all day
On 2025-08-22, HPX AS-DAM recorded 0.00 MWh cleared across all 96 blocks (up & down).
Inference — System balancing mileage concentrated outside HPX that day, raising venue-concentration risk.
Why it matters — Shallow ancillary depth heightens balancing costs when volatility spikes.
8Voltage discipline held; Ajmer 765 kV was the lone soft spot
NLDC’s reliability sheet for 2025-08-22 shows Ajmer 765 kV outside the voltage band 3.26% of time; most 765 kV nodes logged 0.00% outside.
Inference — Localised reactive support gaps persisted even as inter-regional constraints remained minimal that day.
Why it matters — Targeted VAR/compensation at specific hubs can unlock transfer headroom without large capex.
8Frequency trough arrived pre-dawn, not at the evening ramp
All-India min frequency 49.850 Hz at 04:37, average 50.007 Hz, with FDI 20.9 on 2025-08-22.
Inference — Overnight scheduling/response, not the solar-evening ramp, drove the day’s deepest tail.
Why it matters — Night-time primary/secondary response still needs attention; pre-dawn tails expose DSComs to DSM.
8North ran tight but orderly; peak shortage just 50 MW at 20:00
On 2025-08-22, Northern Region’s evening peak shortage was 50 MW at 20:00, day energy 1,745 MU, frequency ~50.04 Hz at peak.
Inference — States adjusted portfolios to keep peak curtailment negligible despite mixed state-level deviations.
Why it matters — Peak reliability with minimal shortage keeps emergency procurement (high-Rs blocks) off the table.
8East halved forecast error intraday; DA MAPE 3.14% → ID 1.36%
For 2025-08-22, ERLDC shows MAPE 3.14% (DA) vs 1.36% (Intraday); RMSE 3.79% → 1.76%; Block-1 DA error −232.69 MW.
Inference — Same-day model updates materially trimmed deviation exposure during volatile morning ramps.
Why it matters — Better ID forecasts reduce DSM and avoid panic RTM buys in early blocks.
8Hydro cushioned the stack as southern thermal under-delivered
On 2025-08-21, Southern thermal actual was 596.48 MU vs programme 790.41 MU (-~24.5%), while Western hydro actual 108.47 MU vs programme 72.52 MU (+35.95 MU).
Inference — Monsoon-boosted western hydro offset southern thermal slack, stabilising all-India supply.
Why it matters — Hydro’s counter-cyclical flex reduces reliance on expensive intraday purchases.
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  For reference purposes the website carries here the following tenders:
 8Tender for routine, preventive and breakdown maintenance for turbine auxiliary Details
 
8Tender for work of erection & commissioning of ERS tower Details
 
8Tender for hiring of material handling equipments Details
 
8Tender for supply of AB switch male and female contact 11 kV 400 Amp Details
 
8Tender for construction of 11kV feeder from 110kV substation Details
 
8Tender for dyuthi 1UG cable work for taking 11 kV feeders Details
 
8Tender for job contract for horticulture maintenance work in plant Details
 
8Tender for procurement of 02 No. DC battery banks Details
 
8Tender for supply and installation of water recoolers for cooling air of generators Details
 
8Tender for maintenance works Details
 
8Tender for supply of 36 kV bus isolator and line isolator Details
 
8Tender for supply of heat shield for boiler tubes Details
 
8Tender for supply of 11 kV hardware strain for rabbit conductor Details
 
8Tender for procurement of spares for high pressure valves of boiler Details
 
8Tender for supply and works for repairing of damaged 220 kV line Details
 
8Tender for internal inspection of 132 kV GIS bay module and and replacement of 145 kV GIS circuit breaker Details
 
8Tender for maintenance / overhauling of 33 kV GIS modules at 132 kV GIS S/S Details
 
8Tender for construction of 33 kV bay at 132 kV S/S Details
 
8Tender for construction of 33kV GIS bays Details
 
8Tender for special repair and maintenance works Details
 
8Tender for work of treatment of roof Details
 
8Tender for procurement of high chrome grinding media ball for BBD type coal mills Details
 
8Tender for necessary civil work, installation, erection, testing and commissioning of one no.315 MVA, 400/220/33kV ICT along with other associated works Details
 
8Tender for rate contract for technological of various steel structures and pipelines. Details
 
8Tender for supply, fabrication and erection of metal structures, pipe supports inside reactor Details
 
8Tender for rate contract for civil repair & maintenance works Details
 
8Tender for carrying out routine, preventive and breakdown maintenance of protection system of 11kV, 6.6kV, GCB, DG-1 & 2 and 415V switchgear Details
 
8Tender for proposal for O&M contract for maintenance work Details
 
8Tender for carrying out routine, preventive and minor break down works which covers maintenance of C&I panels Details
 
8Tender for charges for carrying out routine preventive and minor breakdown works Details
  
8Tender for dismantling, relocating and realigning existing HT line, transformer and LT line Details
  
8Tender for carrying out for balance insulation works Details
  
8Tender for diversion of 400kV D/C line Details
  
8Tender for requirement of recovery water pump for AHP and CCCW pump Details
  
8Tender for supply of electric line material under electric supply Details
  
8Tender for procurement of electrical equipment material for 132/33 kV GSS Details
  
8Tender for supply of electric line material Details
  
8Tender for supply of electric line material under electric supply Details
  
8Tender for procurement of filter feed pump Details
  
8Tender for supply of guide pipe assembly for flame scanner of 600MW boiler Details
  
8Tender for reconductoring of overloaded 33kV link line emanating from 132/33kV substation Details
  
8Tender for installation of MCCB/ACB on transformer of different capacity of various 11 kV feeders Details
  
8Tender for installation of 1000 KVA transformer for capacity enhancement of overloaded 250 KVA transformer Details
  
8Tender for supply, fabrication, erection of GI steel structures, earthing, materials, etc. Details
  
8Tender for dismantling the badly corroded portion of M.S structural arch of pipe supports Details
  
8Tender for dismantling, pulling and erection of 2x80/100 MVA, 230/110 kV auto transformers Details
  
8Tender for procurement of 70KL liquid ammonia for chemical laboratory Details
  
8Tender for stage contract for executing the water conductor Details
  
8Tender for maintenance contract and various piece meal maintenance job of equipment Details
  
8Tender for service contract for BTL and align works Details
  
8Tender for major overhauling of bowl mills-XRP 803 of 5X200 MW BTPS Details
  
8Tender for work of renovation of Loco shed and other allied works Details
  
8Tender for repairing reclamation of spare of RCF, mill & fan Details
  
8Tender for work of M&R of water supply and sanitary fitting Details
  
8Tender for repairing replacement of various expansion joints of flue gas duct Details
  
8Tender for supply of 10 KVA 11/0.433 kV aluminium wound EEL1 star-1 rating completely self protected (CSP) distribution transformers Details
  
8Tender for requirement of fuel inlet elbow (FIE) installed in PF piping of mill system Details
  
8Tender for procurement of ID,FD and PA fan spares Details
  
8Tender for supply installation, testing and commissioning of trailer mounted electric motor-driven mobile air compressor Details
  
8Tender for work contract for routine maintenance of boiler pressure parts and fuel oil handling system Details
  
8Tender for annual maintenance contract for breakdown, emergency and planned outage on 500kV bi-pole HVDC line Details
  
8Tender for civil works for structural strengthening work Details
  
8Tender for work contract of erection and commissioning of balance work of 132 kV D/C line Details
  
8Tender for work of cable laying & termination for 220kV bus-bar scheme Details
  
8Tender for augmentation by addition of 1x25MVA,132/33kV T/F at 132kV S/Stn Details
  
8Tender for work of supply, erection, testing and commissioning of additional 50MVA, 132/33kV power T/F along Details
  
8Tender for attending emergency breakdown work & annual routine maintenance work at 220/132/110 kV substations Details
  
8Tender for supply of numerical protection relays Details
  
8Tender for annual maintenance contract (AMC) for overhauling & servicing of 22/33kV circuit breakers at various substations Details
  
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For reference purposes the website carries here the following newsclips:
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New Delhi sharpens weather forecasts to safeguard power in cities Details
  
8Power Ministry teams up with IMD to develop weather tools for renewables Details
  
8Power sector: The watts that weren’t! Details
  
8India To Triple power demand By 2050, driven by EV adoption Details
  
84 Penny stocks well placed for multibagger growth in 2026 Details
  
8Solar and complex auctions propel India’s renewable energy investments forward: bloombergNEF Details
  
8India’s Renewable Energy push faces a big balancing test Details
  
8Indian solar sector may face oversupply by 2027: SBI Capital Details
  
8Harnessing India’s nuclear energy growth Details
  
8Madhya Pradesh emerging as a global hub for renewable energy and green innovations Details
  
8India celebrates clean energy milestone but coal still king Details
  
8Centre clears 23 chip-design projects to power India’s semiconductor growth Details
  
8Peak power demand unlikely to touch projected 277 GW level on intermittent rains: CEA Chairman Details
  
8Beyond Targets: What India’s pumped storage space needs Details
  
8KPI Green Energy incorporates SPV named 'KPIN Clean Power One LLP' Details
  
8Bridging the Gender Gap: unlocking women’s potential in the green energy workforce Details
  
8Premier Energies starts solar cell production Details
  
8Indian clean energy developers urged to align growth with demand Details
  
8ALCM could impact 20-25 GW of renewable energy capacity, says report Details
  
8THDCIL Elevates corporate standards with ISO 37001 certification Details
  
8India to improve weather forecasting accuracy for better power demand estimation, amid renewables push Details
  
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8RTM split three ways: IEX clears deep, PXIL hits cap, HPX shows zero
RTM diverged sharply on 2025-08-21: IEX’s weighted MCP averaged Rs 3.99/kWh, while PXIL cleared 2.03 GWh at Rs 10.00/kWh; HPX showed no cleared RTM volume all day.
Inference — Price-sensitive buyers clustered on IEX’s deeper book; thin venues cleared at the cap, and HPX liquidity vanished.
Why it matters — Fragmented liquidity can add crores to procurement if bids are misrouted to a capped or empty venue.
8Hydro-peaking sellers queued 103 GWh on IEX—buyers didn’t show
IEX’s HP-DAM saw 103.06 GWh of sell bids but 0 MWh cleared; HPX HP-DAM also recorded 0 across all 96 blocks.
Inference — Peaking flexibility likely monetised in RTM or parked for self-use; buyers avoided the peaking auction format on this day.
Why it matters — A dormant peaking lane implies under-utilised flexible hydro; policy tweaks may be needed to unlock evening ramp support.
8South’s main corridors ran clean: zero ATC and (N-1) breaches
Southern region’s S1→S2&S3 and Import of S3 recorded 0% time in ATC violation and 0% time in (N-1) breach on 2025-08-21.
Inference — Comfortable transfer margins and disciplined dispatch kept SR congestion-free despite evening ramps elsewhere.
Why it matters — Lower congestion-rent risk and more reliable price discovery for SR drawals.
8Frequency tails were at the evening ramp; average held near 50 Hz
All-India average frequency 49.978 Hz; min 49.465 Hz at 19:14; FVI 0.0762; FDI 25.3.
Inference — The deepest dip coincided with the post-solar ramp; REMC logged mid-afternoon VRE contribution at 36,015 MW (wind 16,122, solar 19,893), then tail risk moved to the evening.
Why it matters — Stability remained acceptable on average, but the evening tail still demands fast-start, flexible resources.
8East tightened its forecasts: intraday halved the error vs day-ahead
ER MAPE improved from 2.28% (DA) to 1.19% (intraday); RMSE from 2.85% to 1.66% on 2025-08-21. Block 1 (00:00–00:15) DA error was -232.69 MW.
Inference — Same-day model updates trimmed deviation risk through volatile morning ramps.
Why it matters — Fewer corrective purchases and lower DSM exposure for ER utilities.
8Northern evening shortage met with uneven drawal discipline
NR reported 795 MW evening-peak shortage at 20:00; states showed mixed drawal vs schedule: Rajasthan +2.06 MU, Haryana −0.74 MU, Uttarakhand +0.64 MU.
Inference — Intraday portfolio adjustments were active, but deviation spread persisted despite regional tightness.
Why it matters — Mis-aligned state actions can amplify basis risk when the region is short.
8Generation-mix pivot: Western hydro over-delivered; Southern thermal lagged
Western HYDRO actual 105.31 MU vs programme 72.52 MU (+32.79 MU); Southern THERMAL actual 538.73 MU vs programme 781.59 MU (−242.86 MU).
Inference — Monsoon-boosted hydro cushioned the stack even as southern thermal under-performed; that helped keep DAM weighted MCP near Rs 4.40/kWh.
Why it matters — Hydro’s counter-cyclical role moderated prices and reduced ancillary dependence.
8Ancillary on HPX was a no-show across all 96 blocks
HPX AS-DAM recorded 0.00 MWh cleared in every 15-minute block on 2025-08-21 (up and down products).
Inference — System balancing likely leaned on other venues or internal regulation; venue concentration risk remains if a single market handles most mileage.
Why it matters — A shallow ancillary lane can raise balancing costs on volatility days.
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DVC's legal team gears up for strategic regulatory challenge
8With a robust legal representation, DVC is preparing for a regulatory confrontation that might reshape its contractual obligations and market influence in Jharkhand.
Jharkhand energy regulators demand transparency in DVC-CVPPL agreement
8The Commission's insistence on clarity could set a precedent for future power agreements, affecting how companies negotiate energy deals.
UERC sets conditions for cost recovery in PTCUL's annual revenue
8Cost servicing and project capitalization will undergo prudence checks before integration into PTCUL's Annual Revenue Requirement, ensuring financial accountability.
PTCUL faces regulatory hurdles in transformer capacity expansion
8While the UERC granted approval for transformer upgrades, it imposed strict conditions, emphasizing compliance with loan terms and project completion transparency.
8This reflects heightened regulatory oversight in Uttarakhand’s power sector.
State vs central jurisdiction: MPPMCL cites Energy Watchdog case in petition
8MPPMC leans on the Supreme Court's Energy Watchdog decision to argue that MPERC lacks jurisdiction over inter-state electricity supply disputes, a move that could alter regulatory oversight.
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Jharkhand electricity case rescheduled for October, signaling potential policy recalibration
8A procedural delay in JBVNL's case suggests critical adjustments in regulatory petitions, potentially reshaping electricity distribution norms in Jharkhand.
8Industry stakeholders should brace for impactful policy updates.
Strategic implications of Jharkhand's tariff regulation overhaul for 2026-2031
8The upcoming regulatory changes could redefine tariff structures and rebate schemes, impacting market strategies and operational costs for electricity providers.
Tata Steel's regulatory challenge against DVC gains traction
8The Jharkhand electricity regulator's admission of Tata Steel's case signals a critical juncture in addressing power supply reliability and contractual disputes in the industrial sector.
Grasim-JBVNL case could set new precedents in power sector regulation
8As the case progresses, industry stakeholders are keenly watching for regulatory precedents that may emerge, influencing future disputes between private industries and state utilities.
Jharkhand's power regulatory landscape tested by JBVNL-Rungta case
8The JSERC's handling of the JBVNL and Rungta Mines dispute could reshape the regulatory landscape for surplus capacity utilization in Jharkhand's power sector.
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Strategic power supply approval highlights regulatory adaptability in Jharkhand
8The commission’s decision to allow a 33 kV connection at Kissan Rice Mill, despite standard regulatory limits, exemplifies adaptive regulatory practices in response to localized economic needs.
Clause exemptions under scrutiny as Jharkhand power supply falters
8The use of Clause 4.7 exemptions by JBVNL is under review. Regulatory bodies question the utility’s adherence to supply standards amid frequent interruptions to consumers.
JSERC's revised order hints at broader implications for regulatory compliance
8The regulatory body's decision to amend Tata Steel's interest calculations suggests a tightening of compliance expectations, urging energy firms to refine their data accuracy and submission practices.
Legal leniency in Jharkhand may mask underlying renewable project challenges
8While the commission’s tolerance for delay seems accommodating, it may conceal deeper challenges within Jharkhand's renewable energy project implementations.
JREDA challenges JBVNL: Implications for Jharkhand's power distribution strategy
8The outcome may redefine the operational frameworks for renewable energy projects, influencing competitive dynamics in Jharkhand's power sector.
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Odisha's draft regulations push distribution licensees toward higher reliability metrics
8With new standards like CAIDI and SAIFI, the draft regulations aim to ensure robust performance metrics for Odisha's power distributors, encouraging a shift towards greater reliability and efficiency.
Renewable energy disputes surface in Damodar Valley Corporation proceedings
8As GVREL joins the legal fray against DVC, the proceedings underscore emerging conflicts in energy transition efforts, with potential policy and market ramifications.
DVC and GVREL locked in regulatory standoff in Jharkhand
8The ongoing case between DVC and GVREL at the Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission could have major implications for power tariffs and distribution in the state.
8The outcome might influence future regulatory frameworks.
Compliance under scrutiny: Jharkhand power case reveals systemic legal hurdles
8The case between Ramkrishna Forgings and JBVNL illustrates significant compliance and procedural hurdles, offering insights into the complexities of legal frameworks within state power distribution.
Power transmission at risk as Eastern Coalfields and JUSNL clash
8The ongoing legal proceedings underscore significant risks to power transmission projects, with potential delays affecting energy reliability in the region.
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8ARG Electricals, Hind Construction, and Laser Power & Infra are the final contenders. The small pool raises questions about bid spreads and pricing leverage. Award dynamics will hinge on execution confidence and past track records,this development is drawing attention in Indian power sector news.
8Segregation of mixed feeders requires careful reconfiguration of rural and urban loads. Execution teams must manage shutdowns without supply disruption. This raises both technical and reputational risks for bidders, a recurring theme in Indian power sector news.
8The quick transition to financial bids underscores urgency to comply with RDSS milestones. Limited bidders indicate the utility is less focused on expanding the pool. Timely execution appears the overriding priority, a pattern frequently noted in Indian power sector news and closely watched in Indian power sector news coverage.
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Multi-voltage retrofits stretch contractor bandwidth: DVC project
8The package spans 220 kV, 132 kV, and 33 kV switchyards. In Indian power projects, managing interfaces across these voltage levels multiplies testing and commissioning challenges. Only firms with proven multi-node integration may realistically qualify.
8Despite being a global standard, IEC 61850 still challenges Indian EPCs executing Indian power projects. Few players have deep experience in process bus retrofits; the lag underscores a technology adoption curve in Indian power projects.
8What is happening here could influence other utilities and set precedents for Indian power projects. If bidders continue resisting, utilities may soften PQCs or break up packages; DVC’s struggle may well shape policy and practice across Indian power projects. Details
8With 59 of 60 bidders cleared qualification thresholds appear low This widens the playing field but drives down margins EPC majors and small developers are forced into the same pool
8The scheme’s structure mirrors earlier rounds with RESCO and 25year lock-ins It shows consistency in Rajasthan’s distributed solar strategy Developers face cumulative exposure if multiple projects are won
8The documents remain silent on tariff caps escalation or LD structure Developers face uncertainty on cashflow predictability Payment security is left unstated
8The discom avoids upfront CAPEX by outsourcing lifecycle responsibility Developers must manage performance and spares for the full term Long-run cost recovery is left to tariff discipline Details
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Koradi FGD tender stretches timeline with four extensions  —  MAHAGENCO
8The FGD EPC tender has moved from July to mid  -  September after multiple shifts Such slippages are rare at this frequency The move hints at bidder unease or restrictive PQCs
8The retrofit spans three live 660MW boilers complicating erection windows Integration demands will push outage planning to the edge Contractors will likely price in high downtime risks
8While contractors gain time MAHAGENCO shoulders regulatory risk The imbalance could weaken negotiation leverage Promoter credibility takes a hit with repeated resets
8If Koradi becomes the new normal future FGDs will also drift Maharashtra’s decarbonisation rollout may slow as a result The episode could shape market expectations sector - wide

Nine deadline shifts derail DVC’s SCADA - DMS rollout
8The automation package has been pushed from May to September through nine extensions Such frequency is rare in SCADA tenders The delays point to major gaps in promoter or vendor preparedness
8Vendors face complexity in unifying 24substations under two central control hubs Communication protocols and cybersecurity standards remain unspecified These gaps may explain persistent postponements
8With each extension bidders’ EMD and resources remain locked Contractors are unable to free up capacity or forecast order books Cashflow distortions mount with every delay Details
Three bid extensions mark struggle for participation  —  NHPC Uri - I Stage - II
8From July11 to September5 bid deadlines were extended thrice The 56day delay points to bidder concerns over PQCs and risk allocation Such repeated extensions are unusual for NHPC
8NHPC reduced the average annual turnover requirement from Rs 34crore to Rs 29crore ex - GST This relaxation broadens eligibility for mid - sized hydro contractors Yet the move sits alongside new financial tightening through payment schedules
8The tender now defines substantial completion as 80% by value plus functional capability Certificates must show both financial value and operational readiness This shift reduces ambiguity in JV subcontractor credential claims
8Corrigendum4 requires contractors to cover additional categories under GCC34 Employer retains only limited policies This shift increases contractor premium costs and liability exposure
8Appendix - 1 now staggers cashflow into multiple tranches including 3% holdbacks across acceptance stages Contractors face longer capital lock - in before recovery Bid pricing is likely to reflect this liquidity strain.
Four deadline extensions cloud TANTRANSCO’s AIS substation plan
8The tender slipped from July to September through four corrigenda Repeated extensions point to bidder hesitation Procurement momentum is weakened by a 57day slippage
8German donor rules mandate extended checks and safeguards While ensuring probity they slow bid preparation Contractors must align with international procurement standards
8Tender documents remain silent on escalation and GST pass - through Contractors face commodity and tax volatility alone Such gaps discourage broader participation
8The multi - voltage AIS yard requires complex SAS integration Cyber - security and compatibility concerns are unresolved These gaps could surface as cost and time overruns Details
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Tender for renovation of 33kV syard with paver block including coverslab and fixing steel railing Details
 
8Tender for overhauling and refurbishment (re-tubing and re-fining) of stator Details
 
8Tender for ETC RMU of 132 kV switchyard Details
 
8Tender for housekeeping works of sub-station Details
 
8Tender for work of repairing, servicing and refurbishing of 400kV PG isolator and center break isolator Details
 
8Tender for supply of 5 ton capacity electric wire rope hoist for instrument air compressor motor side Details
 
8Tender for running contract for carrying out the O and M works, improvement works and capital works Details
 
8Tender for supply of rack and pinion with rack gear housing assembly for water wall soot blowers of Model WB 1E for boilers Details
 
8Tender for supply of helical worm reducer gear box assembly suitable for 36 gravimetric feeder Details
 
8Tender for supply of oil injected, air cooled, screw type single stage 110KW rotary air compressor Details
 
8Tender for procurement of main turbine HP casing assembly Details
 
8Tender for supply and erection for renewal of HRH long term overheated long term served T22 tube portion from coil Details
 
8Tender for supply of 3 ton capacity electric wire rope hoist for seawater booster pump side motor Details
 
8Tender for work of replacement of existing 1000 sqmm power cable Details
 
8Tender for work of replacement of existing 1000 sqmm power cable along Details
 
8Tender for diversion/shifting including dismantling of existing of towers Details
 
8Tender for rate contract for operation and maintenance of DE system and DFDS system Details
 
8Tender for estimate for 1x5 MVA new 33/11 kV S/s Details
 
8Tender for installation, testing and commissioning of 11 kV line, distribution transformer Details
 
8Tender for civil maintenance works Details
 
8Tender for work of providing and fixing PVC strip curtain Details
 
8Tender for supply of electric winch for shifting (pulling) of scrapper Details
 
8Tender for supply of set of worm shaft & worm wheel gear along with worm shaft lock nut Details
 
8Tender for EPC project for design, engineering, supply, testing, installation, erection, commissioning & capacity up gradation of PA fan and ID fan motors Details
 
8Tender for supply of CR 80 travelling rail with fish plate/ fixture and necessary fastener Details
 
8Tender for work of overhauling and servicing of boiler feed pump (type-200 KHI) and booster pump Details
 
8Tender for supply of H.T. fasteners Details
 
8Tender for erection work of new 40 Kms. overhead single circuit 33 kV line Details
 
8Tender for construction of various 220KV & 132kV transmission lines Details
 
8Tender for supply of spare parts of 420 kV HDB isolators and 72.5KV HDB isolators  Details
 
8Tender for requirement of spares for ash handling system Details
 
8Tender for supply of H beam Details
 
8Tender for supply of lightning arresters Details
 
8Tender for supply of CI Fittings Details
 
8Tender for supply of miscellaneous steel items Details
 
8Tender for installation of live-line 24F (DWSM) OPGW on existing 132kV HPC line Details
 
8Tender for round the clock comprehensive annual maintenance contract CAMC and one time revamping of non SCADA infrastructure Details
 
8Tender for two 02 years round the clock facility management services Details
 
8Tender for procurement of circuit breaker Details
 
8Tender for procurement of tower footing impedance measurement kit Details
 
8Tender for supply, erection and commissioning of medium velocity water spray system Details
 
8Tender for strengthening of metal and concrete joints of draft tube Details
 
8Tender for providing and fixing of shed over AC duct and other misc works Details
 
8Design, fabrication, supply, laying of foundation, erection and commissioning of 66 kV monopole line Details
 
8Tender for augmentation of 132kV sub-station Details
 
8Tender for creation of 2 no.66 AIS lines bay at 66 kv S/Stn. Details
 
8Tender for creation of 4 no. 132 kV line bays Details
 
8Tender for estimate for remaining work for construction of extension of switch house Details
 
8Tender for procurement of LT guy shackle insulator Details
 
8Tender for attending oil leakage by replacement of O rings, gasket sets & hardware set of smoothing reactor Details
 
8Tender for AMC of attending oil leakage from equipments joints & bolts (transformer, radiator, smoothing reactor etc.) Details
 
8Tender for procurement of refractory patching material for boiler Details
 
8Tender for replacement of radiators of pole II convertor transformer Details
 
8Tender for supply of IBR approved high pressure gate valve Details
 
8Tender for supply of various types & sizes of fasteners Details
 
8Tender for supply, installation, testing & commissioning of 240 volt 500AH UPS battery set Details
 
8Tender for supply and retrofitting work of 1MW solar central inverter of canal top solar plant Details
 
8Tender for procurement of stage-I 3.3kV 362KW ash slurry series motors Details
 
8Tender for rate contract for deployment of hydra -crane and other hydraulic cranes Details
 
8Tender for procurement of managed switches Details
 
8Tender for O and M works of transmission lines Details
 
8Tender for supply of various types of hardware fittings Details
 
8Tender for supply of various oil filter element for coal mill Details
 
8Tender for operation and maintenance of reservoir pump house Details
 
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing, commissioning with RMS of total of solar based LED high mast Details
 
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing, commissioning with RMS of 401 kWp capacity ground mounted grid connected solar PV power plant Details
 
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing, commissioning of total 175 KW grid connected solar power plants Details
 
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing, commissioning of total 96 KW grid connected solar power plants Details
 
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing, commissioning of total 193 KW grid connected solar power plants Details
 
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing, commissioning of total 103 KW grid connected solar power plants Details
 
8Tender for upgradation of 66kV substation Details
 
8Tender for material handling contract Details
 
8Tender for infra development works Details
 
8Tender for misc. maintenance of evacuation of ash Details
 
8Tender for civil and electrical works for renovation Details
 
8Tender for procurement of mill drive journal ass. bearings for bowl mill type XRP803 HP 803 mills installed Details
 
8Tender for procurement of various ratings of 33kV CTs & NCTs Details
 
8Tender for procurement of 11 meter long PCC poles 400Kg WL conforming Details
 
8Tender for erection of new 110 kV DC line on DC towers with panther conductor Details
 
8Tender for supply of brushable ceramic epoxy material for cooling water pump 1A discharge line pipe Details
 
8Tender for supply, fabrication, erection of GI steel structures, earthing, materials, etc. Details
 
8Tender for work order for the ESP & boiler various auxiliary/equipment miscellaneous maintenance work Details
 
8Tender for supply of 360kW HT motor at coal plant electric Details
 
8Tender for supply, installation, commissioning & testing of metal detectors on conveyor-2A/B, conveyor Details
 
8Tender for supply, erection, testing and commissioning of ground high mast tower Details
 
8Design, manufacture & supply of air washery blowers & ducts, erection & commissioning of complete air washery blowers & ducts Details
 
8Tender for work for reblading of impeller blades of ID fan with root Details
 
8Tender for construction of 33 kV sub station Details
 
8Tender for tower stub strengthening 220 kV SC line Details
 
8Tender for procurement of spares for M/s L and T construction and equipment Details
 
8Tender for supply of spares for various pumps installed Details
 
8Tender for requirement of hydraulic pumps and servo valves for various Details
 
8Tender for supply of contact resistance meter and automatic primary injection test set Details
 
8Tender for supply of 198 kV, staion class, gapless type, metal oxide lighting arrester Details
 
8Tender for supply of chlorine leak detection system with detectors Details
 
8Tender for outsourcing work of erection testing and commissioning of bay and control room equipment Details
 
8Tender for procurement of spares for air compressors Details
 
8Tender for supply and erection of 33 kV CT/PT and 11 kV CT/PT Details
 
8Tender for supply and erection of optical communication link for 220kV line Details
 
8Tender for supply, erection, testing and commissioning of high mast lights Details
 
8Tender for operation and maintenance of water supply system Details
 
8Tender for work of overhauling, servicing and repairing of penstock gate Details
 
8Tender for supply and application of metal protective compound for various pipe lines Details
 
8Tender for work of repairing of SF6 to air bushing with all associated activities Details
 
8Tender for supply, erection, commissioning and testing of hydrogen gas leak detector system Details
 
8Tender for work of maintenance at various EHV substations Details
 
8Tender for work of supply, installation and commissioning of 100% hot redundancy based continuously available Details
 
8Tender for annual maintenance contract for repairs, overhauling of 33 kV/11kV VCB installed Details
 
8Tender for repair of cooling fan assembly of convertor transformer Details
 
8Tender for supply, installation, testing & commissioning of 100% hot redundancy based continuously available Details
 
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Coal Stock sufficient, says minister Details
 
8Govt opens 14 blocks for commercial coal mine auctions Details
 
8KP Group accelerates growth with national expansion plans in renewable energy Details
 
8India's renewable energy sector attracted $11.8 bn investment in H1 2025 Details
 
8Rajasthan emerging as leader in tourism mining renewable energy CM Sharma Details
 
8J&K Power sector owes over 143 Cr To GoI Details
 
8Wastewater management stock jumps 3% after securing 47 Cr order from RenewSys India Details
 
8India energy giants back nuclear power to boost clean electricity output Details
 
8India moves to sharpen weather forecasting amid renewable energy push Details
 
8Rs 13,756.56 crore project: Power generation company successfully synchronises the first unit of 1320-MW Buxar Thermal Power Project Details
 
8Govt to bring in big reforms in coal sector in time to come: Reddy Details
 
8Carbon emission of India’s grid electricity falls 7 pc as green energy share rises Details
 
8NTPC Leads the way in power sector growth in India Details
 
8NTPC Green commissions 212.5MW of 1.2GW Khavda PV plant in Gujarat Details
 
8Punjab governor unveils rooftop solar power project at BBMB Chandigarh Details
 
8Beijing’s rare earth weapon: A new oil shock for the green age Details
 
8Need GST Council-like bodies to boost infra growth: Tata Power CEO Sinha Details
 
8Energy transition investments power up in India Details
 
8Finance, transmission, storage key to renewable future: Experts at BS Infra Details
 
8Nuclear energy can help power India's economic growth, private push welcome Details
 
8Best of BS Opinion: Land reforms, nuclear energy can power Indian economy Details
 
8PFC signs EUR 150 million loan agreement with KfW to strengthen India’s power distribution sector Details
 
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Tie - break by lottery signals zero - margin bidding : JdVVNL Kusum tender
8The very need for a lottery shows expected clustering near ceiling tariffs Price discovery reduces to a chance outcome This undermines cost – quality differentiation
8The discom has imposed a strict ceiling cutting off any higher bid Tariff quotes beyond three decimals will be truncated This leaves only sub - paise play for competition.

Transmission line bundled into EPC scope :SJVN Bikaner solar
8Contractors must design and construct the 220kV line to Bikaner - IV GSS This integrates grid interface risk with plant EPC tightening execution timelines Coordination with SLDC and PSPCL adds compliance complexity
8The promoter is cementing a pattern of outsourcing land and interface risks to EPCs This aligns with broader state PSU solar strategies in Rajasthan Whether sustainable depends on how contractors absorb rising front - end burdens Details
8Deadlines have rolled eight times since January2021 pushing the project into late2025—common across Thermal power plant tenders India. Bidder hesitation and tight PQ norms are evident in Thermal power plant tenders India.
8A clash between submission - based and opening - based validity risked non - compliance; the amendment restored clarity for bidders, a key fix for Thermal power plant tenders India.
8While central PSUs eased performance security MPPGCL retained traditional norms. This increases entry barriers for bidders and stands out within Thermal power plant tenders India.
8Queries revealed conflicts in BG validity, O&M start dates, and document formats. The drafting gaps slowed bidder mobilisation—an issue mirrored across Thermal power plant tenders India.
8Deadlines have rolled eight times since January2021 pushing the project into late2025—common across Thermal power plant tenders India. Bidder hesitation and tight PQ norms are evident in Thermal power plant tenders India.
8A clash between submission - based and opening - based validity risked non - compliance; the amendment restored clarity for bidders, a key fix for Thermal power plant tenders India.
8While central PSUs eased performance security MPPGCL retained traditional norms. This increases entry barriers for bidders and stands out within Thermal power plant tenders India.
8Queries revealed conflicts in BG validity, O&M start dates, and document formats. The drafting gaps slowed bidder mobilisation—an issue mirrored across Thermal power plant tenders India. Details
SJVN shifts land risk to contractors in 500MW solar EPC
8Land acquisition responsibility is embedded in the EPC scope This forces contractors to handle permits and disputes Timelines become more uncertain inflating bid costs
8Contractors must also build the evacuation line to 220kV Bikaner IV substation This introduces approvals and synchronisation risks Normally such scope lies with transmission licensees

Simhadri consultancy structure suggests one - off easing, not a policy shift
8The stripped - down compliance design looks tailored for a small advisory job Core EPC and O&M packages are unlikely to follow But if repeated it could mark a trend of lighter controls on niche consultancy buys
8No clarity is given on arbitration seat escalation of fees or liability scope Consultants may face open - ended exposure if disputes arise This omission is notable against NTPC’s otherwise strict GCC
8By removing upfront financial locks NTPC has cut time and cost of entry This signals urgency to secure ash system recommendations quickly But it risks encouraging speculative bids
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8The discom enforces a hard ceiling with no escalation for 25years Bidders quoting above are clipped back to the cap Returns hinge on relentless cost control
8Entry is softened by waived securities yet execution is bound by rigid tariffs The tender is both carrot and stick Contractors must weigh short-term relief against long  term exposure
8Unlike earlier tenders no additional securities are sought at RfP stage This eases bidder liquidity but shifts default risk back on JDVVNL The reversal marks a significant departure from promoter norms Details
8No ceiling or escalation formula was mentioned in the EOI excerpts Without it developers face uncertainty in pricing long - term annuities Tariff discovery may tilt sharply depending on how aggressively firms chase market share
8Fortyplus bidders demonstrate strong interest in distributed renewables under state DISCOMs The low barrier to entry contrasts with stricter hydro or transmission PQCs Yet such crowded fields compress margins and heighten execution risk Details
8The documents remain silent on tariff caps Developers are left guessing the commercial guardrails This omission could fuel aggressive but risky bids
8Three deadline extensions gave developers breathing space but a rigid EMD rule still thinned the field Even so 61 bidders qualified at technical stage The outcome sets up an intense financial contest with long - term O&M risk unresolved Details
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Billing compliance in spotlight as HERC defers DHBVN case
8Partial compliance in a refund case involving DHBVN and Carlton Estate prompts the HERC to adjourn proceedings, underscoring the importance of regulatory enforcement in electricity billing practices.
Haryana regulator scrutinizes DHBVN refund compliance in Rs. 58 lakh case
8The Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission is probing claims of incomplete refund by DHBVN, raising critical questions about utility compliance with regulatory orders.
Madhya Pradesh smart meter implementation faces regulatory and logistical challenges
8Persistent project delays and supply constraints prompt DISCOMs to seek more time from MPERC for smart meter installations under the RDSS scheme.
Strategic solar projects poised to transform regional energy landscape
8By focusing on distributed solar installations, Madhya Pradesh aligns with national renewable goals, setting the stage for a significant shift in its energy infrastructure.
Solar developers challenge Haryana's LTOA requirements
8Sunphotonics and JLTM Energy contest mandatory Long Term Open Access agreements, arguing they undermine the PM KUSUM scheme's farmer-centric goals.
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Termination timing of contractor by UPCL raises regulatory eyebrows
8UPCL's last-minute contract termination suggests strategic maneuvering, highlighting potential regulatory concerns about transparency and commitment.
Regulatory clarity in Uttarakhand: no exemptions for trader-mediated power sales
8The UERC ruling against Bhilangana Hydro Power highlights the regulatory requirement for direct sales to distribution licensees to qualify for transmission charge exemptions.
UPCL's tariff amendment attempt stalled by regulatory process demands
8The commission's ruling stresses the importance of adhering to Section 181 of the Electricity Act, complicating UPCL's efforts to adjust tariff regulations.
RPS Infrastructure’s regulatory challenge faces timetable setback in Haryana
8The Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission postpones a key hearing, affecting RPS Infrastructure’s efforts to resolve electricity supply code difficulties, with broader industry implications.
Regulatory spotlight on DHBVN as HERC adjourns Essel petition
8The adjournment hints at potential regulatory challenges for DHBVN, with possible implications for distribution practices across Haryana's power sector.
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UJVN commits to 20% equity in DRIP-II funding structure
8The revised funding plan requires UJVN to contribute 20% equity, reflecting strategic financial participation in the Rs.432 crore DRIP-II initiative.
UPCL faces INR 458 crore shortfall in consumer security deposits
8Uttarakhand Power Corporation Limited struggles with a significant INR 458 crore gap in additional security deposits from consumers, highlighting challenges in payment compliance and financial planning.
Regulatory oversight mandates PPA amendments for compliance with 2018 rules
8The commission enforced that all Power Purchase Agreements must align with the latest regulations, impacting contract negotiations and operational strategies for generators and distributors alike.
GIS substations' cost escalation: UPCL's revised estimates raise eyebrows
8Revised cost estimates for GIS substations reveal discrepancies, prompting industry experts to question the accuracy and financial foresight of UPCL's planning processes.
UPCL’s tender miscommunication highlights regulatory compliance challenges
8A miscommunication in tender processes has exposed UPCL’s regulatory compliance challenges.
8This case illustrates the complexities of aligning operational procedures with regulatory frameworks.
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UPCL's solar deal highlights competitive bidding in renewable energy sector
8UPCL's competitively priced solar agreement at Rs. 2.57/kWh exemplifies effective bidding strategies under the CPSU Scheme, setting a benchmark for future procurements.
UERC scrutinizes cost-benefit analysis of Chibro transformer replacement plan
8The Commission evaluates UJVN Ltd.'s financial rationale, weighing costs against potential generation and revenue losses due to aging infrastructure.
Strategic implications of power purchase cost adjustments in focus
8The ongoing power purchase cost adjustments by UPCL have significant strategic implications for the distribution sector.
8Industry players need to navigate these changes adeptly to maintain competitive advantage.
Rooftop solar projects face tariff cut to Rs. 2.00/kWh, raising viability concerns
8The drastic reduction in rooftop solar tariffs has alarmed stakeholders, who fear it could hinder adoption and strain local economies.
8The Commission's ruling will test the resilience of small solar enterprises.
Net metering limitations impede Uttarakhand's solar project plans
8The 50 MW solar proposal by Van Panchayat fails to meet UERC's net metering requirements, illustrating the need for strategic revisions to fit within regulatory frameworks.
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GST implications on transmission charges to be directly passed to beneficiaries
8The regulatory framework now permits the direct transfer of any future GST implications on transmission charges to beneficiaries, a critical update for cost management.
Geopolitical tensions spark focus on islanding schemes
8Amid global tensions, the NRPC emphasizes expedited implementation of islanding schemes to safeguard grid security, underscoring the growing importance of strategic autonomy.
Transmission tariff regulation complexities escalate with project disputes
8The ongoing disputes surrounding the Bhatapara tariff regulation reflect the increasing complexities of transmission project governance and financial accountability in India.
Southern Region faces potential tariff recalibrations post-PGCIL petition
8PGCIL's petition for transmission tariff adjustments signifies potential recalibrations in cost allocations among Southern Region's power beneficiaries, impacting financial strategies.
Open access power procurement faces Rs. 0.98/unit surcharge in Uttarakhand
8UERC enforces additional costs on open access consumers, challenging competitive pricing and market participation strategies.
Gas-based stations show highest FCA deviations, sparking regulatory scrutiny
8Significant FCA deviations from approved rates at gas-based stations like Dadri Gas draw attention, potentially impacting future regulatory assessments and consumer charges.
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 8Tender for attending to leaks and puncture breakdown works by welding in the worn out pipes and valves Details
 8Tender for supply, fab and erection of GI steel structures, earthing materials, equipments, panels, etc. Details
 8Tender for maintenance / overhauling of 33 kV GIS modules at 132 kV GIS S/S Details
 8Tender for supply of ash protector and U clamps for boiler Details
 8Tender for supply of forged toothed ring hammer Details
 8Tender for balance of system along with 5 years of comprehensive O&M of 600 MW/1200 MWh BESS project Details
 8Tender for procurement of 1.1 kV aerial bunched cable Details
 8Tender for SITC of 145 kV instrument transformer Details
 8Tender for upgradation, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of existing sophos firewall as HA mode next generation Details
 8Tender for work of on line preventive & breakdown maintenance for boiler rotary parts Details
 8Tender for refurbishment of 11 kV hydro thermal overhead line Details
 8Tender for supply and erection of turn over panel clip Details
 8Tender for ARC for de-weeding of raw water pond Details
 8Tender for supply of MS and GI grating frames Details
 8Tender for supply of HV silicon rectifier transformer Details
 8Tender for replacement of damaged corrugated asbestos sheets in wagon tippler Details
 8Tender for assistance in breakdown/preventive maintenance and annual overhauling of interlock and measurement system Details
 8Tender for AMC civil services repair and maintenance works Details
 8Tender for supply of copper flexible strip connectors links for LV duct of 75 MW generator Details
 8Tender for strengthening work of conveyor gentry, junction tower Details
 8Tender for work of helium gas leak detection test on condenser of turbine. Details
 8Tender for repair of spillway bay and replacement of sill beam Details
 8Tender for addl. 1x5 MVA PTR at 33/11 kV S/S Details
 8Tender for award of contract for up gradation of existing33/11kV outdoor substation Details
 8Tender for procurement of 33 kV kits suitable for 1x630 sq mm XLPE cable Details
 8Tender for work of carrying out miscellaneous C & I works Details
 8Tender for procurement of three phase four wire 240V, LTCT operated smart energy meters Details
 8Tender for ARC for erection and maintenance of HT, LT & TC works Details
 8Tender for erection of structure, equipment, control wiring Details
 8Tender for erection of 66kV S/C line Details
 8Tender for supply of L.T. distribution boxes Details
 8Tender for erection of 66kV equipment, structures, control wiring, yard lighting Details
 8Tender for erection of 66kV equipment Details
 8Tender for erection of 66kV equipment, structures Details
 8Tender for erection of 66kV equipment, structures, control wiring Details
 8Tender for erection of 66kV D/C LILO line on panther tower Details
 8Tender for erection of 66kV equipment, structures, control wiring, yard lighting Details

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Tender for miscellaneous civil maintenance work Details
 
8Tender for periodical structural in boiler supporting structure Details
 
8Tender for providing chainlink fencing Details
 
8Tender for laying of new emergency power cables and associated electrical works Details
 
8Tender for application of surface protective coating on spiral casing, stay rings, stay vanes of generating Details
 
8Tender for repair of drainage or dewatering pump and mat drainage pump Details
 
8Tender for annual maintenance contract for the upkeep and maintenance of early warning system Details
 
8Tender for supply of battery Details
 
8Tender for AMC of infrastructure installed Details
 
8Tender for contract proposal for refurbishment of V94.2 gas turbine blade row Details
 
8Tender for civil development works Details
 
8Tender for re tubing of low pressure heater LPH 4 tube nest Details
 
8Tender for rate contract for checking and repairing of coal bunker Details
 
8Tender for civil maintenance and repair and housekeeping of multistory tower Details
 
8Tender for supply and installation of material for completion of pending work at boiler elevator Details
 
8Tender for bi- annual rate contract for restoration of various 66 kV class transmission lines Details
 
8Tender for work of overhauling of air blower, repairing/replacement of discharge damper and discharge duct Details
 
8Tender for job work of routine, preventive maintenance readings of battery sets Details
 
8Tender for supply of UV-VIS spectrophotometer for chemical laboratory Details
 
8Tender for supply of permanent magnet magnetic pulley Details
 
8Tender for work of attending boiler tube leakage Details
 
8Tender for supply, erection & commissioning of complete hydrastep system Details
 
8Tender for construction of 110 kV LILO from 1PKWL2 feeder to 110 kV substation Details
 
8Tender for special estimate for augmentation of 132 kV substation Details
 
8Tender for special estimate for augmentation of 400 kV substation Details
 
8Tender for routine preventive and breakdown maintenance operation general upkeep and overhauling of plant Details
 
8Tender for biennial rate contract for complete overhauling/repairing along with the supply of spares Details
 
8Design, engineering, supply, erection, commissioning and testing of 140 ton capacity pit less type in motion electronic rail weigh bridge Details
 
8Tender for erection of 7.30 KM SC 33 kV line Details
 
8Tender for renovation work at 33/11 kV GSS Details
 
8Tender for renovation of roof Details
 
8Tender for development of additional green belt Details
 
8Tender for lifting of pond ash Details
 
8Tender for annual work contract of routine preventive and breakdown maintenance works of water treatment plant cooling water system cooling tower Details
 
8Tender for annual contract for routine breakdown and capital maintenance work of boiler pressure part Details
 
8Tender for purchase of seal oil pump and spares pumps and system at seal oil system of generator Details
 
8Tender for annual contract for capital routine and breakdown maintenance work of compressors and compressed air system Details
 
8Tender for comprehensive O&M contract of entire ash handling system Details
 
8Tender for repairing of BFP cartridge Details
 
8Tender for supply of spare ACSR Zebra conductor Details
 
8Tender for supply of air blowers installed at DM plant Details
 
8Tender for supply of 20Hp submersible pumps with spares and their control panels Details
 
8Tender for annual maintenance contract for carrying out emergency work and attending breakdown for various 220kV & 132kV EHV lines Details
 
8Tender for supply, erection, testing and commissioning of various capacities of pumps along with motor and associated equipments Details
 
8Tender for overhauling of air pre heater 'B' and replacement of axial seal Details
 
8Tender for overhauling of air pre heater 'A' and replacement of axial seal plate assembly during Details
 
8Tender for supply, erection, testing and commissioning in respect of balance work 3x33kV AIS line Details
 
8Tender for work for augmentation by replacement of 132/33kV 25MVA TF by 132/33kV 50MVA power transformer Details
 
8Tender for service contract for tit bit maintenance job Details
 
8Tender for work of replacement of 33 kV CT, breaker isolator, C/P etc at 33/11 kV S/s Details
 
8Tender for erection of earthing of 500/400/250 KVA capacity transformers in 11 kV feeders Details
 
8Tender for construction of HT/LT line sub-station and L.T. extension work Details
 
8Tender for supply and erection of re heater damper Details
 
8Tender for work of mechanical and stub-strenghtning work of 66kV line Details
 
8Tender for work of erection, testing and commissioning of 66kV D/C line Details
 
8Tender for work of dog to panther conversion of DC tower line Details
 
8Tender for drilling of exploratory holes for geological investigations Details
 
8Tender for supply of 400kV and 220kV clamps & connectors Details
 
8Tender for procurement of digital insulation tester and cable height meter for various Details
 
8Tender for second circuit stringing on 132 kV SCDC lines Details
 
8Tender for AMC for work of repairing/overhauling with spares, providing & fixing of 33kV poles of VCB at various EHV sub-stations Details
 
8Tender for work of providing & fixing BIS certified 200W LED high mast light Details
 
8Tender for establishment of 220/132/33 kV substation Details
 
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 8Why Reliance power share price is rising Details
 8Jharkhand Eyes green leadership with renewable energy transition plan Details
 8Decline in coal output drags core infrastructure growth to 2% in July Details
 8NGT seeks action on coal-based sponge iron units Details
 8JSW Steel arm wins Rajgamar coal block auction Details
 8Uttar Pradesh emerges as India’s renewable energy hub: solar and bio-energy lead the Way Details
 8Va Tech Wabag wins order worth Rs 46.50 cr from RenewSys Details
 8Powering the next leap: How wind-solar hybrids are reinventing renewable energy Details
 8Inox Wind sells Rs 175 crore stake in subsidiary at Rs 7,400 crore valuation Details
 8Merchant batteries poised for attractive returns in India: EMBER Details
 8Powergrid commissions KPS-3 Transmission Limited Details
 8IndiGrid to Acquire Transmission Project from TEECL Details
 8India builds three SMRs under nuclear energy mission Details
 8Govt to launch 13th round of commercial coal mines auction on Thursday Details
 8Vikram Solar shifts expansion focus to Tamil Nadu, Bengal unit to see limited growth Details
 8Global EV charging ports forecast to surpass 206 million by 2040 Details
 8Enmas EPC Power Projects raises Rs 57 cr from investors to fuel global expansion Details
 8Over 51 GWh of BESS capacity in the pipeline, parliament informed Details
 8Insolation Energy launches 3 GW PV module manufacturing Plant in Rajasthan Details
 8Wind projects underperform, but firms' credit quality holds steady: Crisil Details
 8Solar power plant inaugurated at Chandigarh's Sector-35 guest house Details
 8Mangal Electrical Industries IPO: Check details here Details
 8Is India overproducing solar modules SBI report says so amid US export restrictions Details
 8Ola Electric rockets 28% on ‘India Inside’ Vision: 3 game-changing moves revealed Details

 
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8With financial bids complete the Bharatpur package reveals participation from EPC infra and electrical firms. The turnkey scope is significant in ensuring compliance with RDSS targets on rural supply hours and loss reduction.
8The project to split 11kV feeders in Bharatpur Circle has completed financial bidding. Scope involves new poles lines and segregation of mixed load corridors a recurring challenge under the state’s RDSS rollout.
8With financial bids completed the Jaipur Discom’s Bharatpur package under RDSS is set for award. The project’s turnkey scope is expected to reduce technical-commercial losses and balance agricultural – domestic demand corridors. Details
8A 2x500MW flue gas desulphurization balance work package under a leading central utility has reached the technical stage drawing niche erection contractors. The owner’s push ties directly to emission compliance timelines.
8The package involves completing residual works of an FGD system at a major 1000MW unit. The tight scope commissioning trial runs and handover signals the owner’s urgency on compliance.
8The balance work tender involving transportation erection painting and commissioning support has crossed the technical stage. With just two names admitted the contest sets up a close price battle. Details
8A 132/33kV GIS substation package with twin 50MVA transformers has reached technical bid stage. The scheme under a state transmission utility also ropes in associated line works drawing three contenders to the fray.
8A high - voltage GIS with linked transmission scope is in the evaluation ring where a traditional cable supplier competes alongside EPC - focused bidders. The ownership rests with Rajasthan’s state grid utility.
8Instead of splitting transformers and GIS works the owner has rolled both into one turnkey scope. The 2x50MVA mandate will see bidders price both civil and electrical fronts together. Details
Policy goals drive need for external project management muscle
8With a 4000MW solar capacity target by FY 2026 - 27 Jharkhand’s renewable arm is outsourcing management support. The PMU will oversee execution across rooftop floating and utility - scale solar projects as well as efficiency initiatives.
8Payments are milestone - linked with penalties for underperformance and strict confidentiality clauses. The structure ensures the consultant remains aligned with the agency’s ambitious renewable rollout over the full two - year period. Details
 Standardization drive tightens technical variation
8Unlike earlier bulk buys, this tender aligns all reactor parameters under Rev 08 specs, reducing bidder flexibility. The central PSU is clearly pushing for grid-wide uniformity across Power Projects in India.
8With 13 single-phase 80 MVAR units bundled in Lot-6, the package is aimed at voltage stability across multiple 765 kV corridors. Such centralized planning signals a sharper focus on reactive power management, which has become critical in modern Power Projects in India.
8Removal of optical temperature monitoring raises debate among engineers on operational foresight versus cost saving. The PSU appears to prioritize proven mechanical systems, reflecting a wider approach seen in several recent Power Projects in India. Contractors now face a scenario where standardization overrides customization, a trend likely to shape future Power Projects in India with tighter technical uniformity

Quad line clears path for 2GW solar evacuation
8A new 400kV double circuit package has been carved out exclusively to carry solar power from a state-owned 2000MW park. With Quad Moose conductor design, the line promises higher thermal margins but also raises erection complexity for contractors—an important milestone in renewable projects in India.
8A standalone transmission package now links two fresh 400/220kV nodes, avoiding overlap with earlier grouped tenders. The sharper boundary lines give developers clarity while raising competitive pressure among line builders, which is being closely watched by those tracking renewable projects in India.
8With this line package out, the 2000MW park’s backbone evacuation is closer to reality. For contractors it means balancing tower spotting across mixed terrain and meeting aggressive commissioning deadlines—a typical challenge in large-scale renewable projects in India.
8The 400kV line between two proposed substations forms the arterial path for solar evacuation. Ownership rests with the winning transmission service provider under a BOOT structure stretching risk horizons, underscoring how transmission infra underpins future renewable projects in India. Details
Mega substation package sees deadline shift again
8The turnkey package for a 400/230–110kV AIS substation has now been pushed to September 4 reflecting extended clarifications. The project under a state transmission utility carries heavy civil automation and transformer supply responsibilities.
8A large - scale AIS package covering design to commissioning of a 400kV hub has been extended for the fourth time. Contractors see this as a sign of intensive clarifications on transformer specs SAS integration and civil scope.
8The package includes not just switchgear and transformers but also control buildings kiosks and roadworks a rare civil - intense profile for an AIS project. Extensions suggest bidders are recalibrating margins on the civil component.

Hydro EPC tender stretches into September
8A 72MW river-based hydropower scheme under a state utility has pushed its submission to September 1 after multiple clarifications. The EPC scope spans civil caverns, hydro-mechanical works, and complete electro-mechanical supply under a single turnkey structure—making it one of the most tightly contested hydropower projects India has seen this year.
8Eligibility insists on hydro turbine-generator experience above 29MW per unit and 58MW project scale with two years of operational history. Such stringent PQ filters will sharply limit the pool of qualified contractors, narrowing the competition among established players in hydropower projects India.
8Instead of splitting civil and E&M packages, the 72MW plant has been tendered as a single EPC. This design forces bidders to showcase both tunnelling expertise and high-capacity turbine partnerships, reflecting the trend in modern hydropower projects India towards integrated turnkey solutions.
8Despite repeated bidder pleas for flexibility, addendum clarifications have reaffirmed strict PQ and guarantee requirements. With little wiggle room, contractors entering this round of hydropower projects India must prepare for an uncompromising technical evaluation when bids open in September.
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Large solar cluster puts 401MW under one basket
8A new BoS package aggregates 28 decentralized solar projects into a single tender under a central PSU’s ownership. Unlike earlier KUSUM bids this rollout bundles scattered sites into one execution-heavy contract.
8Barely three weeks are allowed for bid submission on this solar BoS package. For contractors it means accelerated design tie - ups and rushed pricing cycles.
8What was earlier fragmented into feeder - level packages is now aggregated into one mega tender signalling a new era for decentralized solar contracting.
Legal counsel sought for high - stakes foreign borrowing
8A central PSU is seeking a one - year domestic legal expert to vet foreign currency loan agreements and ISDA contracts. The role is structured for extension signaling sustained overseas borrowings.
8Only law firms with prior exposure to global medium - term note programmes or foreign currency borrowings qualify filtering out new entrants Details
Performance tests tightened with multi - layer checks
8Commissioning and acceptance are now bound to stringent pre - commissioning performance and guarantee tests. Only after these milestones will operational acceptance and final payments be cleared.
8The entire 600MW/1200MWh AC package will go to one bidder. This eliminates split responsibilities across packages but pushes contractors to scale up resources rapidly for design civil electrical and O&M obligations.
8From contract signing to commissioning the BoS contractor has just over a year to complete design procurement and execution. Any delay risks 0.5% liquidated damages per week capped at 5% of contract value.

Bulk push reshapes transformer procurement cycle
8A fresh 400kV package calls for 15 units of 500MVA class machines under a central PSU’s ownership. The rebundling into Lot - 6 signals a shift from mixed - capacity tenders to targeted bulk sourcing.
8Unlike earlier bulk rounds mixing 765kV and 400kV units this package isolates 500MVA transformers for strategic deployment. Engineers see this as a bid to streamline manufacturing and grid reliability.
8By separating 400kV demand from higher class units the PSU has simplified bidding. Yet for manufacturers absence of diversity in capacity means higher exposure if cost escalations occur. Details
State utility reopens hunt for 1600MW coal partner
8A Karnataka state generator has relaunched bids to rope in a private partner for a 2x800MW supercritical thermal project in eastern India. The shift to a joint venture mode marks a break from its earlier standalone plan.
8Bidders must show a net worth of over Rs.2200 crore and experience in 500MW coal plants.
8The new criteria sharply narrow the field compared with earlier calls.
8The 2010 DPR pegged capital cost at Rs.8675 crore with tariffs near Rs.2.3/kWh. In the new structure private equity must absorb escalations while tariffs remain under regulated PPAs.
8The project once mooted at 1200MW and later scaled up is now firmly bid out as a 2x800MW scheme cementing supercritical technology as the baseline.

Revised tender marks sharp break from past norms
8Earlier bids allowed conventional conductors this issue mandates HTLS and OPGW expands civil works and adds cyber testing compliance. For contractors the shift means more capital more coordination and tighter margins.
8The switch to HTLS carbon composite conductors demands tighter sag-tension controls with stringing to IEEE - 738 standards. Tower sufficiency must be proven shifting engineering risks squarely onto bidders.
8Beyond HTLS uprating the tender embeds optical ground wire for real - time grid communication. Fibre splicing joint boxes and termination duties raise both scope and cost a step absent in earlier corridor upgrades. Details
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