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824 plants flagged critical on coal: APGENCO's Rayalaseema at 19% stock, TSGENCO at 27% normative
CEA's Daily Coal Stock Report as on 2 June 2026 (covering 190 plants with 222,698 MW capacity) shows 24 plants with critical coal stocks. The grand total actual stock stands at 48,527,400 tonnes against a normative requirement of 75,271,400 tonnes — 64% coverage nationally. Rayalaseema TPS (APGENCO, 1,650 MW) is the most stressed at only 19% of normative stock with 139,700 tonnes, while TSGENCO collectively holds 27% of normative stock. SJVNL's Buxar TPP is the most critical single unit at 14% coverage.
8India's coal fleet at 90.6% utilisation on 2 June; gas/liquid fleet slumps to 61.6%
CEA Sub-Report 16 for 2 June 2026 shows that India's 222,698 MW coal-based fleet achieved 90.57% capacity utilisation relative to online capacity, generating a net 181,874 MW. The 6,620 MW lignite fleet performed at 89.18%, while gas/liquid (20,122 MW) lagged badly at 61.63% of capacity on line. Nuclear availability was 86.45% of online capacity at 7,071 MW net. Hydro achieved 84.87% relative to online capacity at 35,609 MW net of 41,957 MW online.
8NTPC's Vindhyachal at 4,760 MW tops generation league; Dadri on low schedule as five units offline
CEA's NTPC station-level Sub-Report 9 for 2 June 2026 shows Vindhyachal STPS (4,760 MW) as NTPC's largest generating station with 875.3 MW coal stock and cumulative production well above plan. DADRI (NCTPP, 1,840 MW) had five units on reserve or scheduled shutdown, with 500 MW off due to water wall tube leakage (Unit 5 since 30 May) and capacity under outage totalling 1,340 MW, limiting actual output to 13.17 MU against a programme of 27.77 MU. Koldam hydro (800 MW) generated only 6.08 MU versus a programme of 17.67 MU.
8Haryana's HPGCL beats generation target by 7.16% cumulative; UP's UPRVUNL lags 3.13%
CEA's detailed station-wise generation report for 2 June 2026 shows that Haryana's HPGCL (2,510 MW capacity) ran 7.16% ahead of cumulative target with 2,323 MU versus a programme of 2,168 MU. In contrast, Uttar Pradesh's UPRVUNL (9,117 MW) lagged its annual target by 3.13%, generating 9,067 MU against a programme of 9,359 MU. Rajasthan's state utilities showed cumulative over-generation of 7,336 MU versus a programme of 7,933 MU, a deviation of -7.53%.
8Rajasthan over-generates by 27 MU on 2 June; Himachal Pradesh falls 38% short of daily target
CEA Sub-Report 4 for 2 June 2026 reveals wide regional disparities: Rajasthan's combined utilities produced 140.56 MU against a 113.39 MU programme, overshooting by 23.96%. Himachal Pradesh (988 MW monitored) delivered only 9.45 MU against a programme of 15.23 MU — a shortfall of 37.95%. Private Adani units in the Northern grid generated 27.55 MU, overshooting their 22.10 MU programme by 24.66%. Delhi's thermal plants slightly exceeded their programme, generating 12.83 MU versus 11.67 MU.
GAS & LNG
8HPX RTM records zero clearance on 3 June 2026 despite 2,945 MWh in buy bids
The HPX Real-Time Market (RTM) on 3 June 2026 posted zero cleared volume across all 96 time blocks for the entire day, even though purchase bids totalled 2,945 MWh. Sell-side participation was completely absent, leaving buy interest entirely unmatched. For context, the previous day (2 June) had only 5 MWh cleared at Rs. 10,000 per MWh, highlighting the persistent supply shortage on HPX's real-time platform, which has now recorded minimal or zero clearance for multiple consecutive sessions.
8PXIL IDAS posts 2,276 MWh in sell bids on 3 June; no trades clear for third straight day
PXIL's Intra-Day Ancillary Services (IDAS) market on 3 June 2026 received sell bids of 2,276.25 MWh but recorded zero cleared volume and no settled MCP, consistent with the prior two days (1 June: zero clearing; 2 June: zero clearing). The weekly data shows the only cleared trade in the IDAS window occurred on 30 May, when 100 MWh was settled at Rs. 10,000 per MWh. On 4 June, 1,511 MWh of sell bids were matched by 1,600 MWh of buy bids — suggesting potential clearing imminent.
E-AUCTION & PRICING
8PXIL RTM clears 937.5 MWh on 3 June at Rs. 10,000/MWh; purchase bids surge to 23,423 MWh
The PXIL RTM for 3 June 2026 settled 937.5 MWh at a weighted average price of Rs. 10,000 per MWh, against a purchase bid volume of 23,422.5 MWh and sell availability of 1,150 MWh. Clearing was confined to hours 1 and 2 of the delivery day (00:00-02:00), with 2,700 MWh and 2,600 MWh dispatched per hour respectively at the price ceiling. For comparison, 2 June cleared 1,150 MWh at Rs. 10,000 per MWh, and the 28 May session — the week's largest — cleared 2,315.93 MWh at Rs. 10,000 per MWh from 2,400 MWh available.
8HPX DAM clears just 301.63 MWh on 3 June; only two early-morning hours active at Rs. 20,000/MWh
The HPX Day-Ahead Market (DAM) cleared only 301.63 MWh on 3 June 2026, with market activity confined entirely to the first two hours of midnight, during which the Market Clearing Price held at Rs. 20,000 per MWh — double the IEX cap. In hour 1, purchase bids of 486.48 MWh were matched against sell bids of 2,382.90 MWh for 15 MWh; hour 2 cleared another 15 MWh. All remaining 22 hours of the day saw zero clearance, underscoring the exchange's nascent liquidity profile.
8PXIL DSM clears only midnight sell blocks at Rs. 10,000/MWh on 3 June; no buys all day
The PXIL Deviation Settlement Mechanism (DSM) market on 3 June 2026 recorded sell-side activity exclusively in the first eight 15-minute blocks (00:00-02:00), with cleared sell volumes of 400 MW in the first four blocks and 300 MW in the next four, all at a price of Rs. 10,000 per MWh. From 02:00 onwards, both buy and sell clearances were zero for all remaining 88 blocks of the 24-hour period. No buy-side clearing was observed at any time during the day.
8HPX DAM clears 2,246 MWh in a week at Rs. 20,000/MWh; only two active days
The HPX DAM's weekly report (28 May-4 June 2026) shows that clearing occurred on only two days — 3 June (301.63 MWh) and 4 June (1,944.43 MWh) — while 28 May through 2 June recorded zero volume. The exchange's MCP held at Rs. 20,000 per MWh on both active days, revealing that demand consistently overwhelmed available supply. Total weekly cleared volume of 2,246.06 MWh was supported by total sell bids of 525,790 MWh, but buy-side participation at just 11,204 MWh remained a binding constraint on market depth.
8IEX GDAM weighted MCP eases from Rs. 4,511 on 28 May to Rs. 3,941 on 4 June
The IEX Green Day-Ahead Market's weekly snapshot (28 May-4 June 2026) shows total cleared volume of 3,503-3,834 MWh per day across the tracked period. The weighted MCP was highest on 28 May at Rs. 4,511 per MWh and fell to Rs. 3,941 per MWh by 4 June, suggesting increasing green power availability toward the end of the period. On 3 June the total MCV stood at 3,503.84 MWh at a weighted MCP of Rs. 4,313 per MWh, while buy-side interest remained strong at over 1.90 lakh MWh on 28 May.
8IEX GTAM trades DAC contracts at Rs. 10,000/MWh on 3 June; 96 blocks executed
The IEX Green Term-Ahead Market (GTAM) on 3 June 2026 executed day-ahead contingency (DAC) contracts across 96 time blocks, all at the ceiling price of Rs. 10,000 per MWh. Each block recorded a single trade with matched buy and sell volumes, with the highest single-block volume in hour 2 reaching approximately 3.40 MWh. The uniform ceiling MCP across all blocks indicates strong unsatisfied demand for guaranteed green power across the entire 24-hour delivery window.
8IEX TAM clears daily bilateral contracts at Rs. 6,500/MWh on 3 June across 7 days
The IEX Term-Ahead Market (TAM) on 3 June 2026 successfully matched daily bilateral (DB) contracts for all seven days of the week — Monday through Sunday — across multiple delivery blocks, each transacting at a uniform price of Rs. 6,500 per MWh. Individual block volumes ranged from 672 MWh to 1,080 MWh, with each trade concluded between single buy and sell counterparties. The consistent price across all contracts signals that medium-term forward pricing has stabilised well below the spot ceiling.
8IEX RTM sees demand surge week-on-week; 3 June buy bids top 453,825 MWh
Weekly RTM data from IEX covering 28 May-4 June 2026 shows buy bids climbing from 218,331 MWh on 29 May to 453,825 MWh on 3 June, reflecting accelerating short-term demand. Cleared volumes ranged from 150,395 MWh (2 June) to 239,576 MWh (30 May), while the average MCP for the week's peak day of 3 June reached Rs. 5,739 per MWh. The 4 June session showed a sharp buy-volume drop to 139,858 MWh alongside a MCP of Rs. 6,392 per MWh, indicating sellers dominated intra-day trading by end of the week. Details
824 plants flagged critical on coal: APGENCO's Rayalaseema at 19% stock, TSGENCO at 27% normative
CEA's Daily Coal Stock Report as on 2 June 2026 (covering 190 plants with 222,698 MW capacity) shows 24 plants with critical coal stocks. The grand total actual stock stands at 48,527,400 tonnes against a normative requirement of 75,271,400 tonnes — 64% coverage nationally. Rayalaseema TPS (APGENCO, 1,650 MW) is the most stressed at only 19% of normative stock with 139,700 tonnes, while TSGENCO collectively holds 27% of normative stock. SJVNL's Buxar TPP is the most critical single unit at 14% coverage.
8India's coal fleet at 90.6% utilisation on 2 June; gas/liquid fleet slumps to 61.6%
CEA Sub-Report 16 for 2 June 2026 shows that India's 222,698 MW coal-based fleet achieved 90.57% capacity utilisation relative to online capacity, generating a net 181,874 MW. The 6,620 MW lignite fleet performed at 89.18%, while gas/liquid (20,122 MW) lagged badly at 61.63% of capacity on line. Nuclear availability was 86.45% of online capacity at 7,071 MW net. Hydro achieved 84.87% relative to online capacity at 35,609 MW net of 41,957 MW online.
8NTPC's Vindhyachal at 4,760 MW tops generation league; Dadri on low schedule as five units offline
CEA's NTPC station-level Sub-Report 9 for 2 June 2026 shows Vindhyachal STPS (4,760 MW) as NTPC's largest generating station with 875.3 MW coal stock and cumulative production well above plan. DADRI (NCTPP, 1,840 MW) had five units on reserve or scheduled shutdown, with 500 MW off due to water wall tube leakage (Unit 5 since 30 May) and capacity under outage totalling 1,340 MW, limiting actual output to 13.17 MU against a programme of 27.77 MU. Koldam hydro (800 MW) generated only 6.08 MU versus a programme of 17.67 MU.
8Haryana's HPGCL beats generation target by 7.16% cumulative; UP's UPRVUNL lags 3.13%
CEA's detailed station-wise generation report for 2 June 2026 shows that Haryana's HPGCL (2,510 MW capacity) ran 7.16% ahead of cumulative target with 2,323 MU versus a programme of 2,168 MU. In contrast, Uttar Pradesh's UPRVUNL (9,117 MW) lagged its annual target by 3.13%, generating 9,067 MU against a programme of 9,359 MU. Rajasthan's state utilities showed cumulative over-generation of 7,336 MU versus a programme of 7,933 MU, a deviation of -7.53%.
8Rajasthan over-generates by 27 MU on 2 June; Himachal Pradesh falls 38% short of daily target
CEA Sub-Report 4 for 2 June 2026 reveals wide regional disparities: Rajasthan's combined utilities produced 140.56 MU against a 113.39 MU programme, overshooting by 23.96%. Himachal Pradesh (988 MW monitored) delivered only 9.45 MU against a programme of 15.23 MU — a shortfall of 37.95%. Private Adani units in the Northern grid generated 27.55 MU, overshooting their 22.10 MU programme by 24.66%. Delhi's thermal plants slightly exceeded their programme, generating 12.83 MU versus 11.67 MU.
GAS & LNG
8HPX RTM records zero clearance on 3 June 2026 despite 2,945 MWh in buy bids
The HPX Real-Time Market (RTM) on 3 June 2026 posted zero cleared volume across all 96 time blocks for the entire day, even though purchase bids totalled 2,945 MWh. Sell-side participation was completely absent, leaving buy interest entirely unmatched. For context, the previous day (2 June) had only 5 MWh cleared at Rs. 10,000 per MWh, highlighting the persistent supply shortage on HPX's real-time platform, which has now recorded minimal or zero clearance for multiple consecutive sessions.
8PXIL IDAS posts 2,276 MWh in sell bids on 3 June; no trades clear for third straight day
PXIL's Intra-Day Ancillary Services (IDAS) market on 3 June 2026 received sell bids of 2,276.25 MWh but recorded zero cleared volume and no settled MCP, consistent with the prior two days (1 June: zero clearing; 2 June: zero clearing). The weekly data shows the only cleared trade in the IDAS window occurred on 30 May, when 100 MWh was settled at Rs. 10,000 per MWh. On 4 June, 1,511 MWh of sell bids were matched by 1,600 MWh of buy bids — suggesting potential clearing imminent.
E-AUCTION & PRICING
8PXIL RTM clears 937.5 MWh on 3 June at Rs. 10,000/MWh; purchase bids surge to 23,423 MWh
The PXIL RTM for 3 June 2026 settled 937.5 MWh at a weighted average price of Rs. 10,000 per MWh, against a purchase bid volume of 23,422.5 MWh and sell availability of 1,150 MWh. Clearing was confined to hours 1 and 2 of the delivery day (00:00-02:00), with 2,700 MWh and 2,600 MWh dispatched per hour respectively at the price ceiling. For comparison, 2 June cleared 1,150 MWh at Rs. 10,000 per MWh, and the 28 May session — the week's largest — cleared 2,315.93 MWh at Rs. 10,000 per MWh from 2,400 MWh available.
8HPX DAM clears just 301.63 MWh on 3 June; only two early-morning hours active at Rs. 20,000/MWh
The HPX Day-Ahead Market (DAM) cleared only 301.63 MWh on 3 June 2026, with market activity confined entirely to the first two hours of midnight, during which the Market Clearing Price held at Rs. 20,000 per MWh — double the IEX cap. In hour 1, purchase bids of 486.48 MWh were matched against sell bids of 2,382.90 MWh for 15 MWh; hour 2 cleared another 15 MWh. All remaining 22 hours of the day saw zero clearance, underscoring the exchange's nascent liquidity profile.
8PXIL DSM clears only midnight sell blocks at Rs. 10,000/MWh on 3 June; no buys all day
The PXIL Deviation Settlement Mechanism (DSM) market on 3 June 2026 recorded sell-side activity exclusively in the first eight 15-minute blocks (00:00-02:00), with cleared sell volumes of 400 MW in the first four blocks and 300 MW in the next four, all at a price of Rs. 10,000 per MWh. From 02:00 onwards, both buy and sell clearances were zero for all remaining 88 blocks of the 24-hour period. No buy-side clearing was observed at any time during the day.
8HPX DAM clears 2,246 MWh in a week at Rs. 20,000/MWh; only two active days
The HPX DAM's weekly report (28 May-4 June 2026) shows that clearing occurred on only two days — 3 June (301.63 MWh) and 4 June (1,944.43 MWh) — while 28 May through 2 June recorded zero volume. The exchange's MCP held at Rs. 20,000 per MWh on both active days, revealing that demand consistently overwhelmed available supply. Total weekly cleared volume of 2,246.06 MWh was supported by total sell bids of 525,790 MWh, but buy-side participation at just 11,204 MWh remained a binding constraint on market depth.
8IEX GDAM weighted MCP eases from Rs. 4,511 on 28 May to Rs. 3,941 on 4 June
The IEX Green Day-Ahead Market's weekly snapshot (28 May-4 June 2026) shows total cleared volume of 3,503-3,834 MWh per day across the tracked period. The weighted MCP was highest on 28 May at Rs. 4,511 per MWh and fell to Rs. 3,941 per MWh by 4 June, suggesting increasing green power availability toward the end of the period. On 3 June the total MCV stood at 3,503.84 MWh at a weighted MCP of Rs. 4,313 per MWh, while buy-side interest remained strong at over 1.90 lakh MWh on 28 May.
8IEX GTAM trades DAC contracts at Rs. 10,000/MWh on 3 June; 96 blocks executed
The IEX Green Term-Ahead Market (GTAM) on 3 June 2026 executed day-ahead contingency (DAC) contracts across 96 time blocks, all at the ceiling price of Rs. 10,000 per MWh. Each block recorded a single trade with matched buy and sell volumes, with the highest single-block volume in hour 2 reaching approximately 3.40 MWh. The uniform ceiling MCP across all blocks indicates strong unsatisfied demand for guaranteed green power across the entire 24-hour delivery window.
8IEX TAM clears daily bilateral contracts at Rs. 6,500/MWh on 3 June across 7 days
The IEX Term-Ahead Market (TAM) on 3 June 2026 successfully matched daily bilateral (DB) contracts for all seven days of the week — Monday through Sunday — across multiple delivery blocks, each transacting at a uniform price of Rs. 6,500 per MWh. Individual block volumes ranged from 672 MWh to 1,080 MWh, with each trade concluded between single buy and sell counterparties. The consistent price across all contracts signals that medium-term forward pricing has stabilised well below the spot ceiling.
8IEX RTM sees demand surge week-on-week; 3 June buy bids top 453,825 MWh
Weekly RTM data from IEX covering 28 May-4 June 2026 shows buy bids climbing from 218,331 MWh on 29 May to 453,825 MWh on 3 June, reflecting accelerating short-term demand. Cleared volumes ranged from 150,395 MWh (2 June) to 239,576 MWh (30 May), while the average MCP for the week's peak day of 3 June reached Rs. 5,739 per MWh. The 4 June session showed a sharp buy-volume drop to 139,858 MWh alongside a MCP of Rs. 6,392 per MWh, indicating sellers dominated intra-day trading by end of the week. Details
NEWS UPDATE: GRID OPERATIONS & POWER SUPPLY
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PEAK DEMAND & GRID FREQUENCY
8IEX DAM clears 153,647 MWh on 3 June, average MCP hits Rs. 5,536/MWh
The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) Day-Ahead Market settled 153,647 MWh of power for delivery on 3 June 2026, against a total purchase bid volume of 389,722 MWh and sell bid volume of 464,998 MWh. The weighted average Market Clearing Price (MCP) for the day stood at Rs. 5,554 per MWh. Prices ranged sharply from a day-low of Rs. 1,537 per MWh during midday solar surplus hours (10:30-11:45 AM) to a peak of Rs. 10,000 per MWh during early-morning and late-evening hours when demand significantly outstripped supply.
8IEX DAM weekly MCP rises to Rs. 5,619 on 4 June as buy bids surge to 441,857 MWh
The IEX Day-Ahead Market's weekly data for 28 May-4 June 2026 shows the Market Clearing Price trending upward from a low of Rs. 2,818 per MWh on 31 May to Rs. 5,619 per MWh on 4 June 2026. Total volume cleared across the eight-day window amounted to 1,186,163 MWh, with weekly average cleared volume of 148,270 MWh per day. The largest day by purchase bids was 4 June at 441,857 MWh, indicating a notable demand pick-up compared to the 228,530 MWh minimum recorded on 31 May.
8IEX RTM clears 154,446 MWh on 3 June, MCP averages Rs. 5,739/MWh — week's highest
The IEX Real-Time Market (RTM) dispatched 154,446 MWh on 3 June 2026, the highest cleared volume in the week spanning 28 May-4 June, against purchase bids of 453,825 MWh and sell bids of 301,062 MWh. The average MCP of Rs. 5,739 per MWh was also the week's peak, signalling tighter supply conditions on 3 June compared with prior days. At the block level, prices held at the maximum of Rs. 10,000 per MWh throughout the midnight and early-morning sessions (hours 0-2).
8Southern grid meets 54,799 MW evening peak and 1,279 MU day energy demand on 3 June with zero shortage
Grid Controller of India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre (SRLDC) reported zero power shortage on 3 June 2026, with the Southern Region meeting an evening peak demand of 54,799 MW and off-peak demand of 47,962 MW. Total day energy consumption was 1,279.12 MU across the six southern utilities — Tamil Nadu (405.9 MU), Karnataka (274.44 MU), Andhra Pradesh (251.19 MU), Telangana (244.69 MU), Kerala (91.18 MU), and Puducherry (11.72 MU). Solar generation contributed 122.93 MU and wind contributed 97.11 MU.
8Northern grid meets 79,275 MW evening peak and 1,731 MU day energy on 3 June; Haryana short 1.15 MU
Grid Controller of India's Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre (NRLDC) reported the Northern Region met an evening peak demand of 79,275 MW and total day energy of 1,731 MU on 3 June 2026, with only Haryana recording a minor shortage of 1.15 MU. Uttar Pradesh led regional generation at 374.24 MU net, followed by Rajasthan at 256.88 MU. The Region operated at 50.057 Hz at the evening peak and 50.047 Hz at off-peak, with no significant frequency deviations reported.
8Eastern grid meets 31,083 MW evening peak and 724.48 MU day energy on 3 June; Bihar short 0.47 MU
Grid Controller of India's Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre (ERLDC) reported the Eastern Region met an evening peak demand of 31,083 MW and consumed 724.48 MU on 3 June 2026, with only Bihar recording a minor shortage of 0.47 MU. West Bengal was the largest consumer at 275.66 MU, followed by Bihar (179.51 MU), Odisha (142.01 MU), and Jharkhand (53.58 MU). Regional thermal generation contributed 379.22 MU net, with DVC as a key generator at 113.62 MU.
8Western grid sets 70,903 MW evening peak and 1,690 MU day energy on 3 June with near-zero shortage
Grid Controller of India's Western Regional Load Despatch Centre (WRLDC) reported the Western Region cleared an evening peak demand of 70,903 MW and consumed 1,690.3 MU on 3 June 2026, with an inconsequential surplus/shortage of -0.97 MU at the day level. Chhattisgarh (123.5 MU), Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat were among the major consuming states, with the region operating at 50.09 Hz at the evening peak and 50.05 Hz at off-peak, reflecting stable grid conditions.
8North Eastern grid meets 3,583 MW evening peak demand on 3 June with zero shortage; Tripura consumption at 7.14 MU
Grid Controller of India's North Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre (NERLDC) reported that the North Eastern Region met all demand on 3 June 2026 with zero shortage, clearing an evening peak of 3,583 MW and total day energy of 70.64 MU. Assam led regional consumption at 45.94 MU, followed by Tripura (7.14 MU) and Meghalaya (5.62 MU). Regional hydro and gas generation totalled only 11.85 MU, with the rest met through scheduled drawals from the national grid.
8All India frequency on 3 June averaged 49.985 Hz; peak excursion to 50.279 Hz recorded at 18:02:30
Grid Controller of India's NLDC frequency profile for 3 June 2026 shows an all-India average frequency of 49.985 Hz with a Frequency Variation Index of 0.1197 and a standard deviation of 0.1083 Hz. The frequency peaked at 50.279 Hz at 18:02:30 and fell to a minimum of 49.451 Hz at 00:36:00. The grid spent 36.52% of the day within the tight 49.97-50.03 Hz band, while 29.33% of the time the frequency was below 49.97 Hz, and 19.38% above 50.05 Hz.
8NLDC system reliability report: zero ATC violations recorded on all inter-regional corridors on 3 June
Grid Controller of India's NLDC reported zero Available Transfer Capability (ATC) violations and zero N-1 criteria violations across all five inter-regional corridors — WR-NR, ER-NR, NR import, NEW-SR, and NER import — on 3 June 2026. The all-India voltage profile remained broadly within IEGC limits for the day, reflecting stable grid operating conditions despite the high demand period of the summer season.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8Eastern Region's 61,163 MWh over-injection triggers Rs. 41.85 crore deviation charge in NERPC's Rs. 57.34 crore ABT pool for 18-24 May 2026
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee (NERPC), Shillong, issued its provisional Deviation Settlement Mechanism (DSM) statement for the week of 18-24 May 2026, recording total payables to the deviation and ancillary service pool of Rs. 43.36 crore against total pool payouts of Rs. 57.34 crore — leaving a weekly pool surplus of Rs. 13.98 crore. The single largest contributor was the Eastern Region inter-regional link, which over-injected by 61,163.58 MWh against a zero schedule, incurring a deviation charge of Rs. 41.85 crore.
8Ranganadi leads NE generators with Rs. 4.70 lakh reactive energy recovery at 6 paise/kVArH; AGBPP owes Rs. 69,984 to NERPC pool for 18-24 May
NERPC's provisional Reactive Energy Account for 18-24 May 2026 — governed by CERC IEGC Regulation 2023 at a rate of 6.0 paise/kVArH effective 1 October 2025 — shows Assam as the largest net payer at Rs. 42,211 to the pool, followed by Mizoram (Rs. 44,466). Among CERC-regulated generators, AGBPP is the biggest net debtor at Rs. 69,984 payable to the pool. The largest net receiver is Ranganadi at Rs. 4,69,809 from the pool on account of capacitive reactive absorption on its 400 kV BNC links.
8BGTPP faces Rs. 2.18 crore net recovery by NERPC pool as security-constrained scheduling cuts its output 2,365 MWh; AGTCCPP earns Rs. 32.4 lakh
NERPC's provisional Security Constrained Unit Commitment (SCUC) account for 18-24 May 2026 records a combined net amount of Rs. 1.56 crore receivable by the Regional Deviation and Ancillary Service Pool from SCUC generators. BGTPP's SCUC-driven decrement of 2,365.59 MWh generates a net pool receivable of Rs. 64.44 lakh, while in the combined SRAS/TRAS/SCUC consolidated statement, BGTPP has the largest total net liability at Rs. 2.18 crore. AGTCCPP is the biggest net earner at Rs. 58.21 lakh.
8BGTPP achieves only 56-77% SRAS performance on key days, earns net Rs. 5.05 lakh from pool; AGBPP accrues Rs. 1.23 crore TRAS revenue for 18-24 May
NERPC's provisional Secondary Reserve Ancillary Service (SRAS) and Tertiary Reserve Ancillary Service (TRAS) account for 18-24 May 2026 shows BGTPP's actual SRAS performance ranging from 56.4% on 23 May to 76.7% on 18 May, against 100% on multiple days for Kopili. On the TRAS side, AGBPP_APM provided 2,276.27 MWh of TRAS Up, earning Rs. 1.23 crore net from the pool. BGTPP was predominantly a TRAS Down provider (5,212.87 MWh), resulting in a net pool payable of Rs. 1.59 crore.
8Odisha's UIHEP Mukhiguda leads state hydro output at 268 MW average generation on 2 June 2026
The daily reservoir and generation report of OHPC for 2 June 2026 shows the Upper Indravati HEP (UIHEP) at Mukhiguda recording the highest average generation of 268.29 MW with equivalent energy of 6.44 MU and a peak output of 591.5 MW, with reservoir level at 630.31 M against FRL of 642 M. The Balimela HEP (BHEP) generated 247.83 MW average (5.95 MU equivalent), while the Rengali HEP averaged 51.62 MW. Chipilma HEP operated at 15.25 MW average due to a runner blade problem on one unit.
8Bhakra reservoir at 481.77 M (91% FRL) as Tehri drops to 741 M; 24 key hydro reservoirs surveyed
CEA's daily hydro reservoir report for 2 June 2026 shows Bhakra reservoir in Himachal Pradesh at 481.77 m (Full Reservoir Level: 513.59 m), with 2,270.87 MCM of water content versus full capacity of 6,516 MCM. Tehri in Uttarakhand stood at just 741.13 m against an FRL of 829.79 m, with energy content of only 6.85 MU against a full-level capacity of 1,291 MU. The Sardar Sarovar (Gujarat) and Ranjit Sagar (Punjab) reservoirs showed levels of 128.26 m and 513.14 m respectively.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8Southern Region records 8 forced transmission outages on 3 June, including Alamathy Bus Bar Protection trip
SRLDC's Forced Outage Report for 3 June 2026 recorded 8 transmission forced outages in the Southern Region, including the 400 kV Kalvendapattu-Vallur-1 line (POWERGRID) which had been out since 28 May due to a Y-N fault before being restored at 12:21, and four lines and a transformer at the Alamathy 400 kV substation (TANTRANSCO) that tripped due to Bus Bar Protection operation at 18:00-18:05 hours. The North Chennai TPS Stage-III 800 MW unit (Unit 6) also tripped at 18:34 on 3 June due to evacuation of transmission lines.
8NLDC schedules 34-generator dispatch for 4 June, led by NPGC at 1,019 MW and North Karanpura at 810 MW
The National Load Despatch Centre (NLDC) published its Security Constrained Unit Commitment (SCUC) schedule for 4 June 2026, listing 34 generators. NPGC leads the schedule at 1,018.97 MW with an ECR of 290.9 paise/kWh, followed by North Karanpura STPS at 810.04 MW (208.8 paise/kWh), Tanda-2 at 594.65 MW, and Kahalgaon Stage 2 at 548.93 MW. Vindhyachal STPS across its five stages contributes a combined scheduled capacity of about 1,095 MW at ECRs of 210-215 paise/kWh.
8Eastern Region generation outages on 3 June include KHSTPP 210 MW and Barh 660 MW forced failures
The Eastern Region daily generation outage report for 3 June 2026 listed two major central sector forced outages: KHSTPP Unit 4 (210 MW, Bihar, NTPC) due to boiler tube leakage from 2 June, and Barh STPS Unit 3 (660 MW, Bihar, NTPC) also from boiler tube leakage, both expected to revive on 4 June. On the state sector side, Balimela HPS Units 5 and 6 (60 MW each, Odisha, OHPC) remain under planned maintenance with revival scheduled as late as 16 July 2026.
829 units recommissioned on 2 June, including NTPC's Indira Gandhi STPP 500 MW unit and 6 Jalipa Kapurdi TPP units
CEA Sub-Report 14 for 2 June 2026 records 29 generating units synchronised back to the grid after outages. The most significant recommissioning was NTPC's Indira Gandhi STPP (Haryana) Unit 2 (500 MW), which returned after a generator miscellaneous maintenance outage. Six of the eight units at Rajasthan's Jalipa Kapurdi TPP (135 MW each) also returned following a grid disturbance on 1 June. Jawaharpur STPP Unit 1 (660 MW, UP) recommissioned after a low-schedule outage, and Obra TPS Unit 9 (200 MW) returned after a boiler miscellaneous problem. Details
8IEX DAM clears 153,647 MWh on 3 June, average MCP hits Rs. 5,536/MWh
The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) Day-Ahead Market settled 153,647 MWh of power for delivery on 3 June 2026, against a total purchase bid volume of 389,722 MWh and sell bid volume of 464,998 MWh. The weighted average Market Clearing Price (MCP) for the day stood at Rs. 5,554 per MWh. Prices ranged sharply from a day-low of Rs. 1,537 per MWh during midday solar surplus hours (10:30-11:45 AM) to a peak of Rs. 10,000 per MWh during early-morning and late-evening hours when demand significantly outstripped supply.
8IEX DAM weekly MCP rises to Rs. 5,619 on 4 June as buy bids surge to 441,857 MWh
The IEX Day-Ahead Market's weekly data for 28 May-4 June 2026 shows the Market Clearing Price trending upward from a low of Rs. 2,818 per MWh on 31 May to Rs. 5,619 per MWh on 4 June 2026. Total volume cleared across the eight-day window amounted to 1,186,163 MWh, with weekly average cleared volume of 148,270 MWh per day. The largest day by purchase bids was 4 June at 441,857 MWh, indicating a notable demand pick-up compared to the 228,530 MWh minimum recorded on 31 May.
8IEX RTM clears 154,446 MWh on 3 June, MCP averages Rs. 5,739/MWh — week's highest
The IEX Real-Time Market (RTM) dispatched 154,446 MWh on 3 June 2026, the highest cleared volume in the week spanning 28 May-4 June, against purchase bids of 453,825 MWh and sell bids of 301,062 MWh. The average MCP of Rs. 5,739 per MWh was also the week's peak, signalling tighter supply conditions on 3 June compared with prior days. At the block level, prices held at the maximum of Rs. 10,000 per MWh throughout the midnight and early-morning sessions (hours 0-2).
8Southern grid meets 54,799 MW evening peak and 1,279 MU day energy demand on 3 June with zero shortage
Grid Controller of India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre (SRLDC) reported zero power shortage on 3 June 2026, with the Southern Region meeting an evening peak demand of 54,799 MW and off-peak demand of 47,962 MW. Total day energy consumption was 1,279.12 MU across the six southern utilities — Tamil Nadu (405.9 MU), Karnataka (274.44 MU), Andhra Pradesh (251.19 MU), Telangana (244.69 MU), Kerala (91.18 MU), and Puducherry (11.72 MU). Solar generation contributed 122.93 MU and wind contributed 97.11 MU.
8Northern grid meets 79,275 MW evening peak and 1,731 MU day energy on 3 June; Haryana short 1.15 MU
Grid Controller of India's Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre (NRLDC) reported the Northern Region met an evening peak demand of 79,275 MW and total day energy of 1,731 MU on 3 June 2026, with only Haryana recording a minor shortage of 1.15 MU. Uttar Pradesh led regional generation at 374.24 MU net, followed by Rajasthan at 256.88 MU. The Region operated at 50.057 Hz at the evening peak and 50.047 Hz at off-peak, with no significant frequency deviations reported.
8Eastern grid meets 31,083 MW evening peak and 724.48 MU day energy on 3 June; Bihar short 0.47 MU
Grid Controller of India's Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre (ERLDC) reported the Eastern Region met an evening peak demand of 31,083 MW and consumed 724.48 MU on 3 June 2026, with only Bihar recording a minor shortage of 0.47 MU. West Bengal was the largest consumer at 275.66 MU, followed by Bihar (179.51 MU), Odisha (142.01 MU), and Jharkhand (53.58 MU). Regional thermal generation contributed 379.22 MU net, with DVC as a key generator at 113.62 MU.
8Western grid sets 70,903 MW evening peak and 1,690 MU day energy on 3 June with near-zero shortage
Grid Controller of India's Western Regional Load Despatch Centre (WRLDC) reported the Western Region cleared an evening peak demand of 70,903 MW and consumed 1,690.3 MU on 3 June 2026, with an inconsequential surplus/shortage of -0.97 MU at the day level. Chhattisgarh (123.5 MU), Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat were among the major consuming states, with the region operating at 50.09 Hz at the evening peak and 50.05 Hz at off-peak, reflecting stable grid conditions.
8North Eastern grid meets 3,583 MW evening peak demand on 3 June with zero shortage; Tripura consumption at 7.14 MU
Grid Controller of India's North Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre (NERLDC) reported that the North Eastern Region met all demand on 3 June 2026 with zero shortage, clearing an evening peak of 3,583 MW and total day energy of 70.64 MU. Assam led regional consumption at 45.94 MU, followed by Tripura (7.14 MU) and Meghalaya (5.62 MU). Regional hydro and gas generation totalled only 11.85 MU, with the rest met through scheduled drawals from the national grid.
8All India frequency on 3 June averaged 49.985 Hz; peak excursion to 50.279 Hz recorded at 18:02:30
Grid Controller of India's NLDC frequency profile for 3 June 2026 shows an all-India average frequency of 49.985 Hz with a Frequency Variation Index of 0.1197 and a standard deviation of 0.1083 Hz. The frequency peaked at 50.279 Hz at 18:02:30 and fell to a minimum of 49.451 Hz at 00:36:00. The grid spent 36.52% of the day within the tight 49.97-50.03 Hz band, while 29.33% of the time the frequency was below 49.97 Hz, and 19.38% above 50.05 Hz.
8NLDC system reliability report: zero ATC violations recorded on all inter-regional corridors on 3 June
Grid Controller of India's NLDC reported zero Available Transfer Capability (ATC) violations and zero N-1 criteria violations across all five inter-regional corridors — WR-NR, ER-NR, NR import, NEW-SR, and NER import — on 3 June 2026. The all-India voltage profile remained broadly within IEGC limits for the day, reflecting stable grid operating conditions despite the high demand period of the summer season.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8Eastern Region's 61,163 MWh over-injection triggers Rs. 41.85 crore deviation charge in NERPC's Rs. 57.34 crore ABT pool for 18-24 May 2026
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee (NERPC), Shillong, issued its provisional Deviation Settlement Mechanism (DSM) statement for the week of 18-24 May 2026, recording total payables to the deviation and ancillary service pool of Rs. 43.36 crore against total pool payouts of Rs. 57.34 crore — leaving a weekly pool surplus of Rs. 13.98 crore. The single largest contributor was the Eastern Region inter-regional link, which over-injected by 61,163.58 MWh against a zero schedule, incurring a deviation charge of Rs. 41.85 crore.
8Ranganadi leads NE generators with Rs. 4.70 lakh reactive energy recovery at 6 paise/kVArH; AGBPP owes Rs. 69,984 to NERPC pool for 18-24 May
NERPC's provisional Reactive Energy Account for 18-24 May 2026 — governed by CERC IEGC Regulation 2023 at a rate of 6.0 paise/kVArH effective 1 October 2025 — shows Assam as the largest net payer at Rs. 42,211 to the pool, followed by Mizoram (Rs. 44,466). Among CERC-regulated generators, AGBPP is the biggest net debtor at Rs. 69,984 payable to the pool. The largest net receiver is Ranganadi at Rs. 4,69,809 from the pool on account of capacitive reactive absorption on its 400 kV BNC links.
8BGTPP faces Rs. 2.18 crore net recovery by NERPC pool as security-constrained scheduling cuts its output 2,365 MWh; AGTCCPP earns Rs. 32.4 lakh
NERPC's provisional Security Constrained Unit Commitment (SCUC) account for 18-24 May 2026 records a combined net amount of Rs. 1.56 crore receivable by the Regional Deviation and Ancillary Service Pool from SCUC generators. BGTPP's SCUC-driven decrement of 2,365.59 MWh generates a net pool receivable of Rs. 64.44 lakh, while in the combined SRAS/TRAS/SCUC consolidated statement, BGTPP has the largest total net liability at Rs. 2.18 crore. AGTCCPP is the biggest net earner at Rs. 58.21 lakh.
8BGTPP achieves only 56-77% SRAS performance on key days, earns net Rs. 5.05 lakh from pool; AGBPP accrues Rs. 1.23 crore TRAS revenue for 18-24 May
NERPC's provisional Secondary Reserve Ancillary Service (SRAS) and Tertiary Reserve Ancillary Service (TRAS) account for 18-24 May 2026 shows BGTPP's actual SRAS performance ranging from 56.4% on 23 May to 76.7% on 18 May, against 100% on multiple days for Kopili. On the TRAS side, AGBPP_APM provided 2,276.27 MWh of TRAS Up, earning Rs. 1.23 crore net from the pool. BGTPP was predominantly a TRAS Down provider (5,212.87 MWh), resulting in a net pool payable of Rs. 1.59 crore.
8Odisha's UIHEP Mukhiguda leads state hydro output at 268 MW average generation on 2 June 2026
The daily reservoir and generation report of OHPC for 2 June 2026 shows the Upper Indravati HEP (UIHEP) at Mukhiguda recording the highest average generation of 268.29 MW with equivalent energy of 6.44 MU and a peak output of 591.5 MW, with reservoir level at 630.31 M against FRL of 642 M. The Balimela HEP (BHEP) generated 247.83 MW average (5.95 MU equivalent), while the Rengali HEP averaged 51.62 MW. Chipilma HEP operated at 15.25 MW average due to a runner blade problem on one unit.
8Bhakra reservoir at 481.77 M (91% FRL) as Tehri drops to 741 M; 24 key hydro reservoirs surveyed
CEA's daily hydro reservoir report for 2 June 2026 shows Bhakra reservoir in Himachal Pradesh at 481.77 m (Full Reservoir Level: 513.59 m), with 2,270.87 MCM of water content versus full capacity of 6,516 MCM. Tehri in Uttarakhand stood at just 741.13 m against an FRL of 829.79 m, with energy content of only 6.85 MU against a full-level capacity of 1,291 MU. The Sardar Sarovar (Gujarat) and Ranjit Sagar (Punjab) reservoirs showed levels of 128.26 m and 513.14 m respectively.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8Southern Region records 8 forced transmission outages on 3 June, including Alamathy Bus Bar Protection trip
SRLDC's Forced Outage Report for 3 June 2026 recorded 8 transmission forced outages in the Southern Region, including the 400 kV Kalvendapattu-Vallur-1 line (POWERGRID) which had been out since 28 May due to a Y-N fault before being restored at 12:21, and four lines and a transformer at the Alamathy 400 kV substation (TANTRANSCO) that tripped due to Bus Bar Protection operation at 18:00-18:05 hours. The North Chennai TPS Stage-III 800 MW unit (Unit 6) also tripped at 18:34 on 3 June due to evacuation of transmission lines.
8NLDC schedules 34-generator dispatch for 4 June, led by NPGC at 1,019 MW and North Karanpura at 810 MW
The National Load Despatch Centre (NLDC) published its Security Constrained Unit Commitment (SCUC) schedule for 4 June 2026, listing 34 generators. NPGC leads the schedule at 1,018.97 MW with an ECR of 290.9 paise/kWh, followed by North Karanpura STPS at 810.04 MW (208.8 paise/kWh), Tanda-2 at 594.65 MW, and Kahalgaon Stage 2 at 548.93 MW. Vindhyachal STPS across its five stages contributes a combined scheduled capacity of about 1,095 MW at ECRs of 210-215 paise/kWh.
8Eastern Region generation outages on 3 June include KHSTPP 210 MW and Barh 660 MW forced failures
The Eastern Region daily generation outage report for 3 June 2026 listed two major central sector forced outages: KHSTPP Unit 4 (210 MW, Bihar, NTPC) due to boiler tube leakage from 2 June, and Barh STPS Unit 3 (660 MW, Bihar, NTPC) also from boiler tube leakage, both expected to revive on 4 June. On the state sector side, Balimela HPS Units 5 and 6 (60 MW each, Odisha, OHPC) remain under planned maintenance with revival scheduled as late as 16 July 2026.
829 units recommissioned on 2 June, including NTPC's Indira Gandhi STPP 500 MW unit and 6 Jalipa Kapurdi TPP units
CEA Sub-Report 14 for 2 June 2026 records 29 generating units synchronised back to the grid after outages. The most significant recommissioning was NTPC's Indira Gandhi STPP (Haryana) Unit 2 (500 MW), which returned after a generator miscellaneous maintenance outage. Six of the eight units at Rajasthan's Jalipa Kapurdi TPP (135 MW each) also returned following a grid disturbance on 1 June. Jawaharpur STPP Unit 1 (660 MW, UP) recommissioned after a low-schedule outage, and Obra TPS Unit 9 (200 MW) returned after a boiler miscellaneous problem. Details
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MINISTRY OF POWER
8Haryana Energy Minister orders prior intimation for all HVPNL payments exceeding Rs. 1 crore
The Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL) issued Memo No. 752 dated 1 June 2026, directing compliance with the Haryana Energy Minister's instruction that no final payment exceeding Rs. 1 crore — related to any project, scheme, or matter involving financial burden on the state exchequer — shall be released without prior intimation or approval of the Minister. The circular exempts routine/regular payments, court-mandated payments, and turnkey or material procurement at head office level.
8NLDC reports net SCED payout of Rs. 23.94 crore to national pool in April 2026 on 3.65 lakh MWh incremental dispatch
The National Load Despatch Centre (NLDC) released its National Security-Constrained Economic Dispatch (SCED) Monthly Statement for April 2026, showing all-India total incremental SCED dispatch of 3,65,323.93 MWh against a decremental dispatch of 3,90,382.64 MWh. Total charges payable to SCED generators from the National Pool amounted to Rs. 1,15,33,11,088, while charges refundable by generators stood at Rs. 1,39,27,51,276, resulting in a net payable from generators to the National Pool of Rs. 23.94 crore. Farakka STPP-I&II recorded the highest net receipt at Rs. 5.17 crore.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8India's total monitored power generation falls short of target by 5,661 MU in Apr-Jun cumulative
CEA's Sub-Report 1 for 2 June 2026 shows India's total monitored power generation at 289,251 MU cumulatively from 1 April to date, against a programme of 294,911 MU — a shortfall of 5,661 MU or 1.92%. On the day itself, actual generation of 4,722 MU tracked closely against the programme of 4,768 MU. The Northern Region lagged the most on a cumulative basis at -5,019 MU (-6.73%), while nuclear power was the only segment ahead of target, posting a year-to-date actual of 11,217 MU against a programme of 11,066 MU (+1.36%).
845,600 MW of India's 310,774 MW monitored capacity was offline on 2 June — Southern Region worst affected
The CEA All India capacity availability summary for 2 June 2026 shows total capacity under maintenance at 45,600 MW out of 310,774 MW monitored capacity nationally, leaving 265,174 MW online. The Southern Region had the largest maintenance burden at 14,312 MW offline, followed by the Western Region at 13,540 MW, Northern at 12,040 MW, and Eastern at 4,865 MW. Forced outages accounted for 29,240 MW of the total nationally, with the Western Region contributing 8,404 MW of forced capacity off-grid.
8India's thermal availability at 89.5% and hydro at 80.7% on 2 June; Southern thermal lags at 80.5%
CEA Sub-Report 5 for 2 June 2026 reveals an all-India thermal availability ratio (excluding gas and diesel) of 89.46%, with 205,675 MW online out of 229,902 MW stabilised capacity. Nuclear availability was 93.17% (8,180 MW of 8,780 MW). Hydro availability nationally stood at 80.74% (41,957 MW of 51,965 MW). The Southern Region underperformed most significantly, with thermal at 80.52% and nuclear at 86.75%. The North Eastern region's thermal was 100% available at 750 MW of 750 MW.
8NTPC's all-India generation misses target by 2,143 MU cumulative; Eastern Region ahead by 14.61 MU on the day
CEA Sub-Report 8 for 2 June 2026 shows NTPC's total monitored capacity of 60,007 MW (with 49,784 MW available) generating 1,034.75 MU on the day against a programme of 1,047.58 MU — a shortfall of 12.83 MU. Cumulatively from 1 April, NTPC generated 64,232 MU versus a target of 66,374 MU, undershooting by 2,143 MU or 3.23%. The Southern Region was the only positive performer year-to-date, running 481 MU ahead of plan (+5.46%), while the Northern Region posted the steepest shortfall, down 1,093 MU (-8.46%).
815,547 MW under minor forced maintenance nationwide on 2 June; TSGENCO's Yadadri 800 MW among worst-affected
CEA's Sub-Report 10 for 2 June 2026 tallies total capacity under maintenance nationally at 24,827 MW: 3,484 MW on planned maintenance, 5,796 MW on major forced outage, and 15,547 MW on minor forced outage. The Western Region bore the heaviest burden with 1,671 MW of major and 4,270 MW of minor forced outages. Southern Region had 2,800 MW of major forced outages, including Telangana's TSGENCO Yadadri TPS Unit 4 (800 MW, off since 30 April due to economiser tube leakage).
829,986 MW of thermal capacity has been off India's grid for over 15 days in 2026-27
CEA's Sub-Report 12 documents thermal and nuclear units out of service for more than 15 consecutive days in FY 2026-27 as on 2 June 2026, totalling 29,986 MW of stranded capacity. Among notable long-running outages are Rajiv Gandhi TPS Unit 2 (600 MW, off since October 2025 for turbine miscellaneous issues) and Mahatma Gandhi TPS Unit 2 (660 MW, off since October 2025, water wall tube leakage). Multiple NTPC gas-based CCPP units — at Anta, Auraiya, Dadri, Kawas, and Gandhar — remain in long-term fuel conservation / reserve shutdown.
8DAE Rajasthan Unit 1 has been off-grid since October 2004; Giral TPS units likely to be scrapped
CEA's Sub-Report 13 for 2 June 2026 catalogues thermal and nuclear units off the national grid for over one year in FY 2026-27. Rajasthan's DAE (RAPS) Unit 1 holds the record, having been out since 9 October 2004 due to a generator earth fault with no return date given. Giral TPS Units 1 and 2 (125 MW each, Rajasthan, off since 2014 and 2016 respectively) are explicitly flagged as likely to be scrapped. Kutch Lignite TPS Unit 4 (75 MW) and Ramgarh CCPP Unit 6 (50 MW) also feature in this list.
82,300+ MW tripped off India's grid on 2 June; Tamil Nadu's Neyveli New TPP and NTPL Tuticorin among key outages
CEA Sub-Report 15 lists generating units that went off-grid on 2 June 2026. Major outages include Tamil Nadu's Neyveli New TPP Unit 2 (500 MW, off at 18:31 for boiler auxiliary miscellaneous problems) and NTPL Tuticorin TPP Unit 2 (500 MW, off at 19:18 due to fuel oil problems). Chhattisgarh's Amarkantak Extension TPS Unit 3 (210 MW) tripped at 12:56 due to a generator transformer damage, and Harduaganj TPS Unit 8 (250 MW, Uttar Pradesh) went off at 09:04 for turbine miscellaneous reasons.
8India's coal plants generate 3,991 MU on 2 June, topping target by 150 MU; hydro falls 168 MU short
CEA Sub-Report 17 for 2 June 2026 shows coal plants delivering 3,991 MU on the day versus a programme of 3,841 MU, comfortably beating target by 150 MU. Hydro, however, disappointed — actual output of 395 MU fell 168 MU below the 564 MU programme. Nuclear generation of 188 MU exceeded its target of 172 MU (+9.5%). Cumulatively from 1 April, coal plants produced 242,918 MU against a target of 246,305 MU (shortfall of 3,387 MU), while Bhutan imports contributed just 9.14 MU on the day against a programme of 20.80 MU. Details
8Haryana Energy Minister orders prior intimation for all HVPNL payments exceeding Rs. 1 crore
The Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL) issued Memo No. 752 dated 1 June 2026, directing compliance with the Haryana Energy Minister's instruction that no final payment exceeding Rs. 1 crore — related to any project, scheme, or matter involving financial burden on the state exchequer — shall be released without prior intimation or approval of the Minister. The circular exempts routine/regular payments, court-mandated payments, and turnkey or material procurement at head office level.
8NLDC reports net SCED payout of Rs. 23.94 crore to national pool in April 2026 on 3.65 lakh MWh incremental dispatch
The National Load Despatch Centre (NLDC) released its National Security-Constrained Economic Dispatch (SCED) Monthly Statement for April 2026, showing all-India total incremental SCED dispatch of 3,65,323.93 MWh against a decremental dispatch of 3,90,382.64 MWh. Total charges payable to SCED generators from the National Pool amounted to Rs. 1,15,33,11,088, while charges refundable by generators stood at Rs. 1,39,27,51,276, resulting in a net payable from generators to the National Pool of Rs. 23.94 crore. Farakka STPP-I&II recorded the highest net receipt at Rs. 5.17 crore.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8India's total monitored power generation falls short of target by 5,661 MU in Apr-Jun cumulative
CEA's Sub-Report 1 for 2 June 2026 shows India's total monitored power generation at 289,251 MU cumulatively from 1 April to date, against a programme of 294,911 MU — a shortfall of 5,661 MU or 1.92%. On the day itself, actual generation of 4,722 MU tracked closely against the programme of 4,768 MU. The Northern Region lagged the most on a cumulative basis at -5,019 MU (-6.73%), while nuclear power was the only segment ahead of target, posting a year-to-date actual of 11,217 MU against a programme of 11,066 MU (+1.36%).
845,600 MW of India's 310,774 MW monitored capacity was offline on 2 June — Southern Region worst affected
The CEA All India capacity availability summary for 2 June 2026 shows total capacity under maintenance at 45,600 MW out of 310,774 MW monitored capacity nationally, leaving 265,174 MW online. The Southern Region had the largest maintenance burden at 14,312 MW offline, followed by the Western Region at 13,540 MW, Northern at 12,040 MW, and Eastern at 4,865 MW. Forced outages accounted for 29,240 MW of the total nationally, with the Western Region contributing 8,404 MW of forced capacity off-grid.
8India's thermal availability at 89.5% and hydro at 80.7% on 2 June; Southern thermal lags at 80.5%
CEA Sub-Report 5 for 2 June 2026 reveals an all-India thermal availability ratio (excluding gas and diesel) of 89.46%, with 205,675 MW online out of 229,902 MW stabilised capacity. Nuclear availability was 93.17% (8,180 MW of 8,780 MW). Hydro availability nationally stood at 80.74% (41,957 MW of 51,965 MW). The Southern Region underperformed most significantly, with thermal at 80.52% and nuclear at 86.75%. The North Eastern region's thermal was 100% available at 750 MW of 750 MW.
8NTPC's all-India generation misses target by 2,143 MU cumulative; Eastern Region ahead by 14.61 MU on the day
CEA Sub-Report 8 for 2 June 2026 shows NTPC's total monitored capacity of 60,007 MW (with 49,784 MW available) generating 1,034.75 MU on the day against a programme of 1,047.58 MU — a shortfall of 12.83 MU. Cumulatively from 1 April, NTPC generated 64,232 MU versus a target of 66,374 MU, undershooting by 2,143 MU or 3.23%. The Southern Region was the only positive performer year-to-date, running 481 MU ahead of plan (+5.46%), while the Northern Region posted the steepest shortfall, down 1,093 MU (-8.46%).
815,547 MW under minor forced maintenance nationwide on 2 June; TSGENCO's Yadadri 800 MW among worst-affected
CEA's Sub-Report 10 for 2 June 2026 tallies total capacity under maintenance nationally at 24,827 MW: 3,484 MW on planned maintenance, 5,796 MW on major forced outage, and 15,547 MW on minor forced outage. The Western Region bore the heaviest burden with 1,671 MW of major and 4,270 MW of minor forced outages. Southern Region had 2,800 MW of major forced outages, including Telangana's TSGENCO Yadadri TPS Unit 4 (800 MW, off since 30 April due to economiser tube leakage).
829,986 MW of thermal capacity has been off India's grid for over 15 days in 2026-27
CEA's Sub-Report 12 documents thermal and nuclear units out of service for more than 15 consecutive days in FY 2026-27 as on 2 June 2026, totalling 29,986 MW of stranded capacity. Among notable long-running outages are Rajiv Gandhi TPS Unit 2 (600 MW, off since October 2025 for turbine miscellaneous issues) and Mahatma Gandhi TPS Unit 2 (660 MW, off since October 2025, water wall tube leakage). Multiple NTPC gas-based CCPP units — at Anta, Auraiya, Dadri, Kawas, and Gandhar — remain in long-term fuel conservation / reserve shutdown.
8DAE Rajasthan Unit 1 has been off-grid since October 2004; Giral TPS units likely to be scrapped
CEA's Sub-Report 13 for 2 June 2026 catalogues thermal and nuclear units off the national grid for over one year in FY 2026-27. Rajasthan's DAE (RAPS) Unit 1 holds the record, having been out since 9 October 2004 due to a generator earth fault with no return date given. Giral TPS Units 1 and 2 (125 MW each, Rajasthan, off since 2014 and 2016 respectively) are explicitly flagged as likely to be scrapped. Kutch Lignite TPS Unit 4 (75 MW) and Ramgarh CCPP Unit 6 (50 MW) also feature in this list.
82,300+ MW tripped off India's grid on 2 June; Tamil Nadu's Neyveli New TPP and NTPL Tuticorin among key outages
CEA Sub-Report 15 lists generating units that went off-grid on 2 June 2026. Major outages include Tamil Nadu's Neyveli New TPP Unit 2 (500 MW, off at 18:31 for boiler auxiliary miscellaneous problems) and NTPL Tuticorin TPP Unit 2 (500 MW, off at 19:18 due to fuel oil problems). Chhattisgarh's Amarkantak Extension TPS Unit 3 (210 MW) tripped at 12:56 due to a generator transformer damage, and Harduaganj TPS Unit 8 (250 MW, Uttar Pradesh) went off at 09:04 for turbine miscellaneous reasons.
8India's coal plants generate 3,991 MU on 2 June, topping target by 150 MU; hydro falls 168 MU short
CEA Sub-Report 17 for 2 June 2026 shows coal plants delivering 3,991 MU on the day versus a programme of 3,841 MU, comfortably beating target by 150 MU. Hydro, however, disappointed — actual output of 395 MU fell 168 MU below the 564 MU programme. Nuclear generation of 188 MU exceeded its target of 172 MU (+9.5%). Cumulatively from 1 April, coal plants produced 242,918 MU against a target of 246,305 MU (shortfall of 3,387 MU), while Bhutan imports contributed just 9.14 MU on the day against a programme of 20.80 MU. Details
NEWS UPDATE: RENEWABLE ENERGY
Jun 04:
SOLAR POWER
8ISA–World Bank launch 220 MW solar tender for Mauritius through SIDS E-Marketplace at Pacific Dialogue in Bali
The International Solar Alliance (ISA) and the World Bank Group co-hosted the first ISA SIDS Dialogue – Pacific in Bali on 3 June 2026, launching the first tender on the SIDS E-Marketplace for a 220 MW solar and solar-plus-battery storage pipeline in Mauritius comprising approximately ten projects. Pacific Island Countries currently spend over US$1 billion annually on fossil fuel imports — nearly 80% of total energy expenditure. ISA Director General Ashish Khanna stated the SIDS Platform targets unlocking up to 500 MW of solar capacity by 2030.
8IEX Green DAM records 935.70 MU total buy-sell volume in May 2026
The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) Green Day-Ahead Market (G-DAM) logged a total matched buy and sell volume of 935.70 MU each for the month of May 2026, reflecting robust trading activity in renewable energy certificates and green power. Among the major participants on the sell side, Adani Green Energy Twenty Five C Limited (PSS8 portfolio) contributed 80.85 MU, while Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (PSS-3) sold 29.25 MU. Jammu & Kashmir was among the buyers, procuring 22.65 MU.
8India's total ISGS renewable generation reaches 383.67 MU on 2 June; Rajasthan solar leads with 223.72 MU
The CEA Daily Renewable Generation Report for 2 June 2026 shows total renewable generation from ISGS (Inter-State Generating Stations) at 383.67 MU for the day, with cumulative June 2026 generation of 757.83 MU. Rajasthan alone contributed 241.58 MU on the day (223.72 MU from solar, 15.88 MU wind), the highest of any state. Gujarat generated 241.77 MU (150.91 MU solar, 90.86 MU wind). NP Kunta Solar Park (2,300 MW installed) delivered 15.57 MU and Pavagada Solar Park (2,181 MW) generated 14.21 MU on the day.
8India extends 5-year countervailing duty of 9.71-10.14% on Malaysian solar glass imports
India's Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue) extended definitive countervailing duty (CVD) on imported textured toughened solar glass from Malaysia for a further five years effective 2 June 2026, via Notification No. 02/2026-Customs (CVD). The duty is set at 9.71% of CIF value for Xinyi Solar (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. and SBH Kibing Solar New Materials, and at 10.14% for all other Malaysian producers. Borosil Renewables Limited welcomed the measure as protection for domestic solar glass manufacturers.
8IEX GDAM records MCP at Rs. 10,000/MWh for all hours on 3 June 2026
The IEX Green Day-Ahead Market (GDAM) for 3 June 2026 saw Market Clearing Prices locked at Rs. 10,000 per MWh across virtually all 24 hours, with purchase bids of around 8,171-8,585 MWh per hour and total sell bids in the range of 370-444 MWh. Scheduled volumes per block ranged from approximately 300 to 444 MWh, with hydro contributing a fixed 72.8 MWh component each block. The GDAM's premium price ceiling throughout the day highlights persistent green power demand in excess of available renewable supply.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8Suzlon unveils "Suzlon 2.0" strategy targeting 10 GW RE sales, 70 GW AUM and 40% wind market share by 2031
Suzlon Energy Limited unveiled a major strategic pivot with the "Suzlon 2.0" architecture, targeting 10 GW of renewable energy sales annually, 70 GW of renewable energy Assets Under Management (AUM), and a 40% share of the Indian wind market by 2031, along with 3 GW from export orders. The new business model is built around four pillars — RE Tech, RE DevCo, RE Projects, and RE Asset Management Services — with RE DevCo expected to contribute 60% of volume. Suzlon plans to build a 15 GW order book and expand into a wind-first full-stack renewable energy solutions company.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8APERC notifies Resource Adequacy Regulation 2026 to ensure reliable supply as Andhra Pradesh targets 160 GW renewable capacity
APERC's Framework for Resource Adequacy Regulation, 2026 (Regulation No. 04 of 2026), notified in the AP Gazette Extraordinary on 2 June 2026, provides a structured framework for planning and managing resources including variable renewable energy and storage systems such as pumped storage and BESS. The regulation came into force from the date of its notification. APERC's Statement of Reasons of 25 May 2026 details the Commission's analysis of stakeholder comments including suggestions from Prayas Energy Group on applicability provisions.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure seeks member approval for Rs. 605 crore related-party deal with fellow subsidiary SEITB
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited (NSE: SCHNEIDER) launched a postal ballot e-voting process from 4 June to 3 July 2026, seeking shareholder approval for material related-party transactions with Schneider Electric IT Business India Private Limited (SEITB) for an aggregate limit of Rs. 605 crore in FY 2026-27. The proposed transactions include sale and purchase of goods and services (up to Rs. 100 crore for goods sales), reimbursements (Rs. 6 crore), interest payments (Rs. 40 crore), and borrowings (Rs. 175 crore). Details
8ISA–World Bank launch 220 MW solar tender for Mauritius through SIDS E-Marketplace at Pacific Dialogue in Bali
The International Solar Alliance (ISA) and the World Bank Group co-hosted the first ISA SIDS Dialogue – Pacific in Bali on 3 June 2026, launching the first tender on the SIDS E-Marketplace for a 220 MW solar and solar-plus-battery storage pipeline in Mauritius comprising approximately ten projects. Pacific Island Countries currently spend over US$1 billion annually on fossil fuel imports — nearly 80% of total energy expenditure. ISA Director General Ashish Khanna stated the SIDS Platform targets unlocking up to 500 MW of solar capacity by 2030.
8IEX Green DAM records 935.70 MU total buy-sell volume in May 2026
The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) Green Day-Ahead Market (G-DAM) logged a total matched buy and sell volume of 935.70 MU each for the month of May 2026, reflecting robust trading activity in renewable energy certificates and green power. Among the major participants on the sell side, Adani Green Energy Twenty Five C Limited (PSS8 portfolio) contributed 80.85 MU, while Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (PSS-3) sold 29.25 MU. Jammu & Kashmir was among the buyers, procuring 22.65 MU.
8India's total ISGS renewable generation reaches 383.67 MU on 2 June; Rajasthan solar leads with 223.72 MU
The CEA Daily Renewable Generation Report for 2 June 2026 shows total renewable generation from ISGS (Inter-State Generating Stations) at 383.67 MU for the day, with cumulative June 2026 generation of 757.83 MU. Rajasthan alone contributed 241.58 MU on the day (223.72 MU from solar, 15.88 MU wind), the highest of any state. Gujarat generated 241.77 MU (150.91 MU solar, 90.86 MU wind). NP Kunta Solar Park (2,300 MW installed) delivered 15.57 MU and Pavagada Solar Park (2,181 MW) generated 14.21 MU on the day.
8India extends 5-year countervailing duty of 9.71-10.14% on Malaysian solar glass imports
India's Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue) extended definitive countervailing duty (CVD) on imported textured toughened solar glass from Malaysia for a further five years effective 2 June 2026, via Notification No. 02/2026-Customs (CVD). The duty is set at 9.71% of CIF value for Xinyi Solar (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. and SBH Kibing Solar New Materials, and at 10.14% for all other Malaysian producers. Borosil Renewables Limited welcomed the measure as protection for domestic solar glass manufacturers.
8IEX GDAM records MCP at Rs. 10,000/MWh for all hours on 3 June 2026
The IEX Green Day-Ahead Market (GDAM) for 3 June 2026 saw Market Clearing Prices locked at Rs. 10,000 per MWh across virtually all 24 hours, with purchase bids of around 8,171-8,585 MWh per hour and total sell bids in the range of 370-444 MWh. Scheduled volumes per block ranged from approximately 300 to 444 MWh, with hydro contributing a fixed 72.8 MWh component each block. The GDAM's premium price ceiling throughout the day highlights persistent green power demand in excess of available renewable supply.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8Suzlon unveils "Suzlon 2.0" strategy targeting 10 GW RE sales, 70 GW AUM and 40% wind market share by 2031
Suzlon Energy Limited unveiled a major strategic pivot with the "Suzlon 2.0" architecture, targeting 10 GW of renewable energy sales annually, 70 GW of renewable energy Assets Under Management (AUM), and a 40% share of the Indian wind market by 2031, along with 3 GW from export orders. The new business model is built around four pillars — RE Tech, RE DevCo, RE Projects, and RE Asset Management Services — with RE DevCo expected to contribute 60% of volume. Suzlon plans to build a 15 GW order book and expand into a wind-first full-stack renewable energy solutions company.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8APERC notifies Resource Adequacy Regulation 2026 to ensure reliable supply as Andhra Pradesh targets 160 GW renewable capacity
APERC's Framework for Resource Adequacy Regulation, 2026 (Regulation No. 04 of 2026), notified in the AP Gazette Extraordinary on 2 June 2026, provides a structured framework for planning and managing resources including variable renewable energy and storage systems such as pumped storage and BESS. The regulation came into force from the date of its notification. APERC's Statement of Reasons of 25 May 2026 details the Commission's analysis of stakeholder comments including suggestions from Prayas Energy Group on applicability provisions.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure seeks member approval for Rs. 605 crore related-party deal with fellow subsidiary SEITB
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited (NSE: SCHNEIDER) launched a postal ballot e-voting process from 4 June to 3 July 2026, seeking shareholder approval for material related-party transactions with Schneider Electric IT Business India Private Limited (SEITB) for an aggregate limit of Rs. 605 crore in FY 2026-27. The proposed transactions include sale and purchase of goods and services (up to Rs. 100 crore for goods sales), reimbursements (Rs. 6 crore), interest payments (Rs. 40 crore), and borrowings (Rs. 175 crore). Details
NEWS UPDATE: PROJECT AWARDS & CAPACITY ADDITION
Jun 04:
WORK ORDERS & SUPPLY CONTRACTS
8Power Mech Projects bags Rs. 266.26 crore O&M contract for Adani's 2x300 MW Butibori thermal plant
Power Mech Projects Limited (NSE: POWERMECH; BSE: 539302) secured a Rs. 266.26 crore KPI-based operations and maintenance contract from Adani Infrastructure Management Services Limited for a 2x300 MW thermal power plant at Butibori, Maharashtra. The contract runs from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2031 — a five-year domestic engagement with no related-party interest and no promoter group involvement.
8BHEL wins Rs. 2,000-2,500 crore contract to supply 8 gas turbine generators for Dangote Refinery in Nigeria
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) signed a contract agreement on 2 June 2026 with Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals Free Zone Enterprise, Nigeria, for the design, manufacturing, supply, and supervision of erection and commissioning of 8 gas turbine generator packages for its petroleum refinery and polypropylene plant. The contract, valued between Rs. 2,000 and Rs. 2,500 crore, is an international order to be executed within 26 months from the effective date.
8Bajel Projects bags mega EPC order for 400/220/33 kV GIS substation at Mumbai data centre
Bajel Projects Limited (NSE: BAJEL; BSE: 544042) secured a mega EPC order in the Rs. 300-400 crore range from a Mumbai-based datacenter client for the design, engineering, procurement, supply, erection, testing, commissioning and performance testing of a 400/220/33 kV GIS substation. The contract is to be completed within 24 months from commencement and is a domestic non-related-party transaction.
8MePTCL invites e-tenders for 132/33 kV Mawlai substation augmentation from 3x20 MVA to 3x50 MVA under NESIDS
The Meghalaya Power Transmission Corporation Limited (MePTCL) issued a Short Tender Notice dated 1 June 2026 inviting online bids for the supply of 132 kV and 33 kV Indoor GIS equipment and related services for the augmentation of the 132/33 kV Mawlai Substation in Shillong from 3x20 MVA to 3x50 MVA, along with re-engineering of the 132 kV busbar, under the NESIDS OTR Scheme. The last date for bid submission was set at 11:00 hours on 15 June 2026.
8Diamond Power Infrastructure commissions 8th MV/EHV cable production line at Vadodara; 2 more lines due by March 2027
Diamond Power Infrastructure Limited (DIACABS / DPIL) announced on 3 June 2026 the successful commissioning of its 8th Medium Voltage / Extra High Voltage power cable production line at its manufacturing facility in Vadodara, Gujarat. Two additional MV/EHV lines are presently under installation and are expected to become operational on or before 31 March 2027, taking the total to 10 lines at the Vadodara plant, expanding capacity for utilities, renewable energy evacuation, and urban underground power transmission networks.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8APERC notifies Resource Adequacy Regulation 2026 to manage Andhra Pradesh's ambitious 160 GW renewable push
The Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) issued the Framework for Resource Adequacy Regulation, 2026 (Regulation No. 04 of 2026), notified in the AP Gazette Extraordinary on 2 June 2026, to ensure reliable and cost-effective power supply as the state pursues a long-term renewable energy target of up to 160 GW under its Andhra Pradesh Integrated Clean Energy Policy 2024. The regulation provides a structured framework for planning and managing resources including variable renewable energy and storage systems such as pumped storage and BESS to meet peak demand reliably.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8CEA tracks 550 MW actual hydro commissioning in 2026-27; 6,730 MW targeted across 8 projects this year
The Central Electricity Authority's (CEA) Hydro Capacity Addition Programme for 2026-27 shows 550 MW already commissioned against a target of 6,730 MW across the central, state, and private sectors. In the central sector, Tehri PSP Unit-4 (250 MW, THDC, Uttarakhand) was commissioned on 9 April 2026, and Subansiri Lower HEP Unit-4 (250 MW, NHPC, Arunachal Pradesh) was commissioned on 1 May 2026. In the private sector, Tidong-I HEP Unit-1 (50 MW, JSW, Himachal Pradesh) was commissioned on 8 May 2026.
8Over 13,000 MW locked in 9 stalled hydro projects across India; Maheshwar (400 MW) and Panan (300 MW) among key stoppages
A status report on stalled hydro power projects reveals nine projects with a combined installed capacity exceeding 1,236 MW halted due to geological challenges, land and legal disputes, financial crunch, and force majeure. The largest stalled projects include Maheshwar (400 MW, SMHPC, private, stopped 2011, Rs. 3,101 crore invested), Panan (300 MW, Himgiri, private, stopped 2016, Rs. 200 crore invested), and Phata Byung (76 MW, Statkraft, private, stopped 2017, Rs. 1,263 crore invested). NTPC's Lata Tapovan (171 MW), stalled since 2014, has seen Rs. 149.93 crore invested.
8GE Power India and JSW Energy receive NCLT order to hold merger scheme meetings within 70 days
The Hon'ble National Company Law Tribunal, Mumbai Bench, via an order dated 2 June 2026, directed both GE Power India Limited (NSE: GVPIL) and JSW Energy Limited (NSE: JSWENERGY) to convene meetings of their equity shareholders and unsecured creditors through video conferencing within 70 days from 3 June 2026, to consider and approve the proposed Scheme of Arrangement under Sections 230-232 of the Companies Act, 2013, whereby GE Power India's business will be demerged into JSW Energy.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8LIC raises NHPC stake to 5.679%, acquiring additional 0.764% via open market on 2 June
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) disclosed under SEBI Takeover Regulations that it acquired an additional 7,67,77,359 shares (0.764% of total share capital) in NHPC Limited via open market purchase on 2 June 2026, taking its total holding to 57,05,07,759 shares, representing 5.679% of NHPC's equity. The disclosure was made to both BSE and NSE, with LIC's pre-acquisition holding standing at 4.915%.
8Suzlon Energy allots 2.24 crore shares under ESOP 2022, raising Rs. 66.32 crore
Suzlon Energy Limited's Securities Issue Committee approved the allotment of 2,23,74,033 fully paid-up equity shares (face value Rs. 2 each) on 3 June 2026 under the company's Employee Stock Option Plan 2022, aggregating Rs. 66,31,65,965 in cash. The allotment covers multiple grant tranches with exercise prices ranging from Rs. 5 to Rs. 45 per share, and the shares will be issued in dematerialised form to eligible option grantees including employees of subsidiaries.
8Ravindra Energy files Rs. 200.31 crore rights issue at Rs. 101 per share; issue opens 16 June, closes 24 June 2026
Ravindra Energy Limited (BSE: 504341; NSE: RELTD) filed its Letter of Offer dated 3 June 2026 for a rights issue of up to 1,98,32,834 equity shares at Rs. 101 per share, aggregating up to Rs. 200.31 crore. The issue is offered in the ratio of 1 new share for every 9 existing shares held as on the record date of 8 June 2026. The issue opens on 16 June 2026, closes on 24 June 2026, with allotment and listing expected on or about 1 July 2026. Details
8Power Mech Projects bags Rs. 266.26 crore O&M contract for Adani's 2x300 MW Butibori thermal plant
Power Mech Projects Limited (NSE: POWERMECH; BSE: 539302) secured a Rs. 266.26 crore KPI-based operations and maintenance contract from Adani Infrastructure Management Services Limited for a 2x300 MW thermal power plant at Butibori, Maharashtra. The contract runs from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2031 — a five-year domestic engagement with no related-party interest and no promoter group involvement.
8BHEL wins Rs. 2,000-2,500 crore contract to supply 8 gas turbine generators for Dangote Refinery in Nigeria
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) signed a contract agreement on 2 June 2026 with Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals Free Zone Enterprise, Nigeria, for the design, manufacturing, supply, and supervision of erection and commissioning of 8 gas turbine generator packages for its petroleum refinery and polypropylene plant. The contract, valued between Rs. 2,000 and Rs. 2,500 crore, is an international order to be executed within 26 months from the effective date.
8Bajel Projects bags mega EPC order for 400/220/33 kV GIS substation at Mumbai data centre
Bajel Projects Limited (NSE: BAJEL; BSE: 544042) secured a mega EPC order in the Rs. 300-400 crore range from a Mumbai-based datacenter client for the design, engineering, procurement, supply, erection, testing, commissioning and performance testing of a 400/220/33 kV GIS substation. The contract is to be completed within 24 months from commencement and is a domestic non-related-party transaction.
8MePTCL invites e-tenders for 132/33 kV Mawlai substation augmentation from 3x20 MVA to 3x50 MVA under NESIDS
The Meghalaya Power Transmission Corporation Limited (MePTCL) issued a Short Tender Notice dated 1 June 2026 inviting online bids for the supply of 132 kV and 33 kV Indoor GIS equipment and related services for the augmentation of the 132/33 kV Mawlai Substation in Shillong from 3x20 MVA to 3x50 MVA, along with re-engineering of the 132 kV busbar, under the NESIDS OTR Scheme. The last date for bid submission was set at 11:00 hours on 15 June 2026.
8Diamond Power Infrastructure commissions 8th MV/EHV cable production line at Vadodara; 2 more lines due by March 2027
Diamond Power Infrastructure Limited (DIACABS / DPIL) announced on 3 June 2026 the successful commissioning of its 8th Medium Voltage / Extra High Voltage power cable production line at its manufacturing facility in Vadodara, Gujarat. Two additional MV/EHV lines are presently under installation and are expected to become operational on or before 31 March 2027, taking the total to 10 lines at the Vadodara plant, expanding capacity for utilities, renewable energy evacuation, and urban underground power transmission networks.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8APERC notifies Resource Adequacy Regulation 2026 to manage Andhra Pradesh's ambitious 160 GW renewable push
The Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) issued the Framework for Resource Adequacy Regulation, 2026 (Regulation No. 04 of 2026), notified in the AP Gazette Extraordinary on 2 June 2026, to ensure reliable and cost-effective power supply as the state pursues a long-term renewable energy target of up to 160 GW under its Andhra Pradesh Integrated Clean Energy Policy 2024. The regulation provides a structured framework for planning and managing resources including variable renewable energy and storage systems such as pumped storage and BESS to meet peak demand reliably.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8CEA tracks 550 MW actual hydro commissioning in 2026-27; 6,730 MW targeted across 8 projects this year
The Central Electricity Authority's (CEA) Hydro Capacity Addition Programme for 2026-27 shows 550 MW already commissioned against a target of 6,730 MW across the central, state, and private sectors. In the central sector, Tehri PSP Unit-4 (250 MW, THDC, Uttarakhand) was commissioned on 9 April 2026, and Subansiri Lower HEP Unit-4 (250 MW, NHPC, Arunachal Pradesh) was commissioned on 1 May 2026. In the private sector, Tidong-I HEP Unit-1 (50 MW, JSW, Himachal Pradesh) was commissioned on 8 May 2026.
8Over 13,000 MW locked in 9 stalled hydro projects across India; Maheshwar (400 MW) and Panan (300 MW) among key stoppages
A status report on stalled hydro power projects reveals nine projects with a combined installed capacity exceeding 1,236 MW halted due to geological challenges, land and legal disputes, financial crunch, and force majeure. The largest stalled projects include Maheshwar (400 MW, SMHPC, private, stopped 2011, Rs. 3,101 crore invested), Panan (300 MW, Himgiri, private, stopped 2016, Rs. 200 crore invested), and Phata Byung (76 MW, Statkraft, private, stopped 2017, Rs. 1,263 crore invested). NTPC's Lata Tapovan (171 MW), stalled since 2014, has seen Rs. 149.93 crore invested.
8GE Power India and JSW Energy receive NCLT order to hold merger scheme meetings within 70 days
The Hon'ble National Company Law Tribunal, Mumbai Bench, via an order dated 2 June 2026, directed both GE Power India Limited (NSE: GVPIL) and JSW Energy Limited (NSE: JSWENERGY) to convene meetings of their equity shareholders and unsecured creditors through video conferencing within 70 days from 3 June 2026, to consider and approve the proposed Scheme of Arrangement under Sections 230-232 of the Companies Act, 2013, whereby GE Power India's business will be demerged into JSW Energy.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8LIC raises NHPC stake to 5.679%, acquiring additional 0.764% via open market on 2 June
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) disclosed under SEBI Takeover Regulations that it acquired an additional 7,67,77,359 shares (0.764% of total share capital) in NHPC Limited via open market purchase on 2 June 2026, taking its total holding to 57,05,07,759 shares, representing 5.679% of NHPC's equity. The disclosure was made to both BSE and NSE, with LIC's pre-acquisition holding standing at 4.915%.
8Suzlon Energy allots 2.24 crore shares under ESOP 2022, raising Rs. 66.32 crore
Suzlon Energy Limited's Securities Issue Committee approved the allotment of 2,23,74,033 fully paid-up equity shares (face value Rs. 2 each) on 3 June 2026 under the company's Employee Stock Option Plan 2022, aggregating Rs. 66,31,65,965 in cash. The allotment covers multiple grant tranches with exercise prices ranging from Rs. 5 to Rs. 45 per share, and the shares will be issued in dematerialised form to eligible option grantees including employees of subsidiaries.
8Ravindra Energy files Rs. 200.31 crore rights issue at Rs. 101 per share; issue opens 16 June, closes 24 June 2026
Ravindra Energy Limited (BSE: 504341; NSE: RELTD) filed its Letter of Offer dated 3 June 2026 for a rights issue of up to 1,98,32,834 equity shares at Rs. 101 per share, aggregating up to Rs. 200.31 crore. The issue is offered in the ratio of 1 new share for every 9 existing shares held as on the record date of 8 June 2026. The issue opens on 16 June 2026, closes on 24 June 2026, with allotment and listing expected on or about 1 July 2026. Details
NEWS UPDATE: TARIFF & REGULATORY ORDERS
Jun 04:
COMMISSION ORDERS (CERC/SERC)
8KERC approves Rs. 34,087.94 crore ARR for BESCOM, orders revenue deficit recovery from FY2026-27
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC), in its order dated 17 April 2026, approved a net Annual Revenue Requirement of Rs. 34,087.94 crore for Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) for FY2024-25. BESCOM's actual energy sales reached 37,122.48 MU against an approved target of 35,218.07 MU, while distribution loss came in at 8.51%, well below the approved target of 9.50%, earning BESCOM a Rs. 110.05 crore incentive. Approved capital expenditure stood at Rs. 2,923.75 crore against the originally approved Rs. 2,500 crore.
8MESCOM posts Rs. 83.12 crore revenue deficit in FY25 APR; KERC approves Rs. 5,913.50 crore net ARR
KERC's 17 April 2026 order approved the Annual Performance Review of Mangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (MESCOM) for FY2024-25, with a net ARR of Rs. 5,913.50 crore. MESCOM had projected a revenue deficit of Rs. 83.12 crore. Actual energy sales stood at 6,654.73 MU compared to the Commission-approved 5,917.78 MU. The Commission approved O&M expenses of Rs. 927.44 crore and found MESCOM's RPO compliance satisfactory, recording a 3.68% surplus against the 29.91% FY25 target.
8KPTCL earns Rs. 327.21 crore revenue surplus in FY25; KERC sets net ARR at Rs. 6,248.62 crore
The Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) recorded a revenue surplus of Rs. 327.21 crore for FY2024-25, according to KERC's APR order dated 17 April 2026 which set the net ARR at Rs. 6,248.62 crore. KPTCL had incurred capital expenditure of Rs. 4,296.23 crore against the approved Rs. 2,000 crore. The Commission approved income tax of Rs. 244.98 crore and SLDC charges of Rs. 45.19 crore, with the Rs. 327.21 crore surplus to be refunded to ESCOMs in FY2026-27.
8HESCOM's FY25 APR yields revenue surplus; KERC approves net ARR of Rs. 11,958.74 crore
KERC's 17 April 2026 order approved the Annual Performance Review of Hubli Electricity Supply Company Limited (HESCOM) for FY2024-25, fixing the net ARR at Rs. 11,958.74 crore and recognising a revenue surplus to be refunded to consumers in FY2026-27. HESCOM had projected a revenue deficit of Rs. 604.49 crore against the previously approved ARR of Rs. 11,335.60 crore. Actual energy sales came in at 13,974.54 MU across 54,31,954 installations against the Commission-approved 13,109.89 MU.
8GESCOM clocks revenue surplus despite Rs. 457.13 crore deficit claim; KERC sets ARR at Rs. 7,912.85 crore
Gulbarga Electricity Supply Company Limited (GESCOM) had filed for a revenue deficit of Rs. 457.13 crore for FY2024-25, but KERC's 17 April 2026 APR order approved a net ARR of Rs. 7,912.85 crore and recognised a revenue surplus, directing refund to consumers in FY2026-27. Actual energy sales were 8,986.82 MU across 38,27,949 installations. GESCOM's capital expenditure of Rs. 253.70 crore fell short of the Commission-approved Rs. 500 crore for FY25.
8CESC revenue deficit confirmed at Rs. 528.12 crore; KERC approves net ARR of Rs. 7,596.39 crore for FY25
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the Annual Performance Review of Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation Limited (CESC) for FY2024-25 on 17 April 2026, setting the net ARR at Rs. 7,596.39 crore and confirming a revenue deficit to be recovered from consumers in FY2026-27. Actual energy sales stood at 8,447.43 MU across 38,67,998 installations. CESC incurred capital expenditure of Rs. 613.99 crore for FY25, and government subsidy for irrigation pump sets amounted to Rs. 2,970.16 crore.
8AEQUS SEZ records revenue surplus of Rs. 0.78 crore; consumers to get 24 paise/unit refund in FY2026-27
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the FY2024-25 Annual Performance Review of AEQUS Special Economic Zone Private Limited (AEQUS SEZ) on 17 April 2026, setting the net ARR at Rs. 23.72 crore and recognising a revenue surplus of Rs. 0.78 crore. Actual energy sales at the Hattargi (Belagavi) SEZ came in at 31.82 MU against the approved 33.09 MU. The surplus translates to a consumer refund of 24 paise per unit to be effected in equal monthly instalments starting May 2026 through April 2027.
8Mangalore SEZ posts Rs. 6.86 crore revenue surplus; KERC fixes net ARR at Rs. 65.83 crore for FY25
KERC's 17 April 2026 order on the Annual Performance Review of Mangalore SEZ Limited (MSEZL) for FY2024-25 approved a net ARR of Rs. 65.83 crore and recognised a revenue surplus of Rs. 6.86 crore. The utility reported revenue from power sales of Rs. 72.69 crore against an ARR of Rs. 68.62 crore. Actual energy sales allowed for APR purposes were 88.76 MU. The Commission approved normative O&M expenses of Rs. 2.34 crore and interest and finance charges of Rs. 0.70 crore for FY2024-25.
8HRECS records Rs. 6.83 crore deficit and 14.06% distribution loss; KERC levies Rs. 0.91 crore penalty
Hukeri Rural Electric Co-operative Society Limited (HRECS) posted a revenue deficit of Rs. 6.83 crore for FY2024-25 with a net ARR of Rs. 333.49 crore, according to KERC's 17 April 2026 APR order. The co-operative's actual distribution loss of 14.06% exceeded the approved average target of 13.50%, prompting the Commission to impose a penalty of Rs. 0.91 crore. Total energy sales approved for APR purposes stood at 226.66 MU, while actual capital expenditure of Rs. 5.35 crore was below the approved Rs. 8 crore.
8CERC approves trued-up tariff for Power Grid's 400/220 kV Bhiwadi substation for 2019-24 and sets 2024-29 tariff
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) issued its order dated 3 June 2026 in Petition No. 580/TT/2025, approving the trued-up Annual Fixed Charges for Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) for the 2019-24 tariff period and determining the transmission tariff for the 2024-29 period for the 400/220 kV Bhiwadi Substation. The order resolves tariff applicable for these assets under Tariff Regulations 2019 and 2024 respectively. The Bhiwadi substation's allowed depreciation for the 2019-24 block was determined at Rs. 106.23 lakh annually.
8CERC grants Category V inter-state trading licence to PRMK Energy
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) granted a Category V inter-state electricity trading licence to PRMK Energy, a sole proprietorship firm registered on 17 May 2022 with an office in Mumbai, through its order dated 3 June 2026 in Petition No. 214/TD/2026. The licence was found compliant with net worth and other requirements specified under the CERC (Procedure, Terms and Conditions for Grant of Trading Licence) Regulations, 2020. PRMK Energy confirmed it would not carry out transmission business during the subsistence of this licence.
8CERC schedules public hearing on 23 June 2026 for fourth amendment to grid connectivity regulations
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission issued a public notice dated 2 June 2026 scheduling a hearing on 23 June 2026 at 3:00 PM (online) on the draft CERC (Connectivity and General Network Access to the inter-state Transmission System) (Fourth Amendment) Regulations, 2026. The draft, published on 20 May 2026, had invited written comments until 22 June 2026. Stakeholders including state governments, load despatch centres, CPSUs, CTUs, STUs, transmission licensees, power exchanges, IPPs, financial institutions, and NGOs have been invited to participate.
8CSERC issues final order on wheeling and DSM charges for intra-state open access consumers
The Chhattisgarh State Electricity Regulatory Commission (CSERC) issued its final order dated 29 May 2026 in Suo Motu Petition No. 09 of 2026, clarifying the applicability of Wheeling and Deviation Settlement Mechanism (DSM) charges for consumers availing intra-state open access. The order resolved disputes raised by M/s Real Ispat & Power Limited and M/s Gravity Ferrous Pvt. Limited, who had challenged a draft order proposing a recalculation methodology for billing multi-supply consumers involving DSM Regulations 2016 scheduling framework.
8KSERC approves Rs. 4.75/unit tariff for 1.5 MW floating solar project at Cochin Port Authority
The Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC) approved the adoption of an L1 tariff of Rs. 4.75 per unit with 21% CUF for a 1.5 MW floating solar PV project at Willingdon Island, Cochin Port Authority, through its order dated 3 June 2026 in OP No. 05/2026. The tariff was discovered through competitive bidding conducted in line with Ministry of Power guidelines dated 23 July 2023. M/s Sunshell Power, Hooghly, West Bengal, emerged as the L1 bidder. The Commission approved the draft Power Purchase Agreement under Section 63 of the Electricity Act, 2003.
8KSERC clears BPCL Kochi Refinery's request to expand temporary power contract demand to 27 MVA
KSERC directed the Kerala State Electricity Board Limited (KSEBL) to enhance the contract demand of temporary 33 kV power supply to M/s BPCL Kochi Refinery from 14.4 MVA to 27.0 MVA, through its order dated 3 June 2026 in OP No. 57/2025. BPCL Kochi Refinery had sought the enhancement after a fire accident on 8 July 2025 damaged its 220 kV cable from Ambalamugal substation, necessitating temporary power supply for the refinery's continued operation. BPCL is an existing 220 kV EHT consumer of KSEBL with a 50 MVA contract demand.
8TNERC issues draft conventional generation tariff regulations 2026, invites comments by 17 June
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (TNERC) published its draft Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Conventional Generation Tariff) Regulations, 2026, on 1 June 2026, inviting comments and suggestions from all affected parties by 17 June 2026. The draft regulation, notified vide Draft Notification No. TNERC/TR-CGT/2026, consolidates the framework for determining tariff for conventional generation assets in Tamil Nadu, including provisions for true-up filing for FY 2026-27.
8TNERC floats draft recovery of expenses regulations 2026, covering distribution, transmission and SLDC
TNERC published a comprehensive draft Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (Recovery of Expenses and Charges by Licensees and System Operator) Regulations, 2026, on 1 June 2026, inviting stakeholder comments by 18 June 2026. Notified vide Draft Notification No. TNERC/REC/2026, the draft applies to all existing and future distribution licensees, transmission licensees, and SLDC, consolidating rules for recovery across distribution (Chapter 2), transmission (Chapter 3), and open access (Chapter 28) within a single framework.
OMBUDSMAN & CONSUMER GRIEVANCE
8UPERC fines UPPCL Rs. 7,18,000 for smart prepaid meter reconnection delays on 10 of 16 dates between 13 March and 7 April 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) on 3 June 2026 imposed a total penalty of Rs. 7,18,000 on Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd. (UPPCL) for violating Regulation 16.11.1 of the UPERC (Standards of Performance) Regulations, 2019, which mandates at least 95% of prepaid smart-meter consumers have supply restored within two hours of recharge. UPPCL's own data covering up to 3,66,910 reconnection transactions on a single day showed compliance falling below 95% on 10 dates, with rates as low as 77%.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8UERC admits 4 MW Dharasu solar developer's plea, orders evacuation talks between Dwarka Fidato and UJVN by 22 June
The Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission (UERC) on 2 June 2026 admitted a petition filed by M/s Dwarka Fidato Renewable Pvt. Ltd. over power evacuation constraints affecting its 4 MW solar project at Dharasu, Uttarakhand. Despite objections from UJVN Ltd. and UPCL, the Commission found the matter serious enough to warrant full hearing. UERC directed both respondents to file replies on merit by 22 June 2026 and ordered the parties to hold a meeting, prepare detailed minutes covering all issues and an action plan.
8MERC partly allows MSEDCL's supplementary PPA petition for 9,154 MW MSKVY 2.0 solar capacity, extends SCOD to 31 March 2026 but bars tariff cut clause
The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) on 3 June 2026 partly granted MSEDCL's petition to amend power purchase agreements covering 9,154 MW of solar capacity under the Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana (MSKVY) 2.0 scheme, involving 204 respondent developers. The Commission approved the extension of the Scheduled Commercial Operation Date (SCOD) to 31 March 2026 and introduced a Long Stop Date of 31 December 2026. MERC rejected MSEDCL's proposed Article 8.1.3, which would have applied a lower tariff to units commissioned after the revised SCOD.
8MERC recognises MSEB Solar Agro Power Ltd. as deemed distribution licensee for Maharashtra's agricultural consumers from 1 April 2026, with 38,076 MU annual demand
MERC on 3 June 2026 formally took on record the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company's Restructuring and Transfer Scheme, 2026, effective from 1 April 2026. Under this scheme, retail supply of electricity to agricultural consumers across MSEDCL's entire licensed area has been transferred to MSEB Solar Agro Power Ltd. (MSAPL). MSAPL's estimated power demand stands at 38,076 MU for FY 2026, rising to 39,837 MU by FY 2030. The Government of Maharashtra has committed a working capital guarantee of at least Rs. 2,500 crore. Details
8KERC approves Rs. 34,087.94 crore ARR for BESCOM, orders revenue deficit recovery from FY2026-27
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC), in its order dated 17 April 2026, approved a net Annual Revenue Requirement of Rs. 34,087.94 crore for Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) for FY2024-25. BESCOM's actual energy sales reached 37,122.48 MU against an approved target of 35,218.07 MU, while distribution loss came in at 8.51%, well below the approved target of 9.50%, earning BESCOM a Rs. 110.05 crore incentive. Approved capital expenditure stood at Rs. 2,923.75 crore against the originally approved Rs. 2,500 crore.
8MESCOM posts Rs. 83.12 crore revenue deficit in FY25 APR; KERC approves Rs. 5,913.50 crore net ARR
KERC's 17 April 2026 order approved the Annual Performance Review of Mangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (MESCOM) for FY2024-25, with a net ARR of Rs. 5,913.50 crore. MESCOM had projected a revenue deficit of Rs. 83.12 crore. Actual energy sales stood at 6,654.73 MU compared to the Commission-approved 5,917.78 MU. The Commission approved O&M expenses of Rs. 927.44 crore and found MESCOM's RPO compliance satisfactory, recording a 3.68% surplus against the 29.91% FY25 target.
8KPTCL earns Rs. 327.21 crore revenue surplus in FY25; KERC sets net ARR at Rs. 6,248.62 crore
The Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) recorded a revenue surplus of Rs. 327.21 crore for FY2024-25, according to KERC's APR order dated 17 April 2026 which set the net ARR at Rs. 6,248.62 crore. KPTCL had incurred capital expenditure of Rs. 4,296.23 crore against the approved Rs. 2,000 crore. The Commission approved income tax of Rs. 244.98 crore and SLDC charges of Rs. 45.19 crore, with the Rs. 327.21 crore surplus to be refunded to ESCOMs in FY2026-27.
8HESCOM's FY25 APR yields revenue surplus; KERC approves net ARR of Rs. 11,958.74 crore
KERC's 17 April 2026 order approved the Annual Performance Review of Hubli Electricity Supply Company Limited (HESCOM) for FY2024-25, fixing the net ARR at Rs. 11,958.74 crore and recognising a revenue surplus to be refunded to consumers in FY2026-27. HESCOM had projected a revenue deficit of Rs. 604.49 crore against the previously approved ARR of Rs. 11,335.60 crore. Actual energy sales came in at 13,974.54 MU across 54,31,954 installations against the Commission-approved 13,109.89 MU.
8GESCOM clocks revenue surplus despite Rs. 457.13 crore deficit claim; KERC sets ARR at Rs. 7,912.85 crore
Gulbarga Electricity Supply Company Limited (GESCOM) had filed for a revenue deficit of Rs. 457.13 crore for FY2024-25, but KERC's 17 April 2026 APR order approved a net ARR of Rs. 7,912.85 crore and recognised a revenue surplus, directing refund to consumers in FY2026-27. Actual energy sales were 8,986.82 MU across 38,27,949 installations. GESCOM's capital expenditure of Rs. 253.70 crore fell short of the Commission-approved Rs. 500 crore for FY25.
8CESC revenue deficit confirmed at Rs. 528.12 crore; KERC approves net ARR of Rs. 7,596.39 crore for FY25
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the Annual Performance Review of Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation Limited (CESC) for FY2024-25 on 17 April 2026, setting the net ARR at Rs. 7,596.39 crore and confirming a revenue deficit to be recovered from consumers in FY2026-27. Actual energy sales stood at 8,447.43 MU across 38,67,998 installations. CESC incurred capital expenditure of Rs. 613.99 crore for FY25, and government subsidy for irrigation pump sets amounted to Rs. 2,970.16 crore.
8AEQUS SEZ records revenue surplus of Rs. 0.78 crore; consumers to get 24 paise/unit refund in FY2026-27
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the FY2024-25 Annual Performance Review of AEQUS Special Economic Zone Private Limited (AEQUS SEZ) on 17 April 2026, setting the net ARR at Rs. 23.72 crore and recognising a revenue surplus of Rs. 0.78 crore. Actual energy sales at the Hattargi (Belagavi) SEZ came in at 31.82 MU against the approved 33.09 MU. The surplus translates to a consumer refund of 24 paise per unit to be effected in equal monthly instalments starting May 2026 through April 2027.
8Mangalore SEZ posts Rs. 6.86 crore revenue surplus; KERC fixes net ARR at Rs. 65.83 crore for FY25
KERC's 17 April 2026 order on the Annual Performance Review of Mangalore SEZ Limited (MSEZL) for FY2024-25 approved a net ARR of Rs. 65.83 crore and recognised a revenue surplus of Rs. 6.86 crore. The utility reported revenue from power sales of Rs. 72.69 crore against an ARR of Rs. 68.62 crore. Actual energy sales allowed for APR purposes were 88.76 MU. The Commission approved normative O&M expenses of Rs. 2.34 crore and interest and finance charges of Rs. 0.70 crore for FY2024-25.
8HRECS records Rs. 6.83 crore deficit and 14.06% distribution loss; KERC levies Rs. 0.91 crore penalty
Hukeri Rural Electric Co-operative Society Limited (HRECS) posted a revenue deficit of Rs. 6.83 crore for FY2024-25 with a net ARR of Rs. 333.49 crore, according to KERC's 17 April 2026 APR order. The co-operative's actual distribution loss of 14.06% exceeded the approved average target of 13.50%, prompting the Commission to impose a penalty of Rs. 0.91 crore. Total energy sales approved for APR purposes stood at 226.66 MU, while actual capital expenditure of Rs. 5.35 crore was below the approved Rs. 8 crore.
8CERC approves trued-up tariff for Power Grid's 400/220 kV Bhiwadi substation for 2019-24 and sets 2024-29 tariff
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) issued its order dated 3 June 2026 in Petition No. 580/TT/2025, approving the trued-up Annual Fixed Charges for Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) for the 2019-24 tariff period and determining the transmission tariff for the 2024-29 period for the 400/220 kV Bhiwadi Substation. The order resolves tariff applicable for these assets under Tariff Regulations 2019 and 2024 respectively. The Bhiwadi substation's allowed depreciation for the 2019-24 block was determined at Rs. 106.23 lakh annually.
8CERC grants Category V inter-state trading licence to PRMK Energy
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) granted a Category V inter-state electricity trading licence to PRMK Energy, a sole proprietorship firm registered on 17 May 2022 with an office in Mumbai, through its order dated 3 June 2026 in Petition No. 214/TD/2026. The licence was found compliant with net worth and other requirements specified under the CERC (Procedure, Terms and Conditions for Grant of Trading Licence) Regulations, 2020. PRMK Energy confirmed it would not carry out transmission business during the subsistence of this licence.
8CERC schedules public hearing on 23 June 2026 for fourth amendment to grid connectivity regulations
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission issued a public notice dated 2 June 2026 scheduling a hearing on 23 June 2026 at 3:00 PM (online) on the draft CERC (Connectivity and General Network Access to the inter-state Transmission System) (Fourth Amendment) Regulations, 2026. The draft, published on 20 May 2026, had invited written comments until 22 June 2026. Stakeholders including state governments, load despatch centres, CPSUs, CTUs, STUs, transmission licensees, power exchanges, IPPs, financial institutions, and NGOs have been invited to participate.
8CSERC issues final order on wheeling and DSM charges for intra-state open access consumers
The Chhattisgarh State Electricity Regulatory Commission (CSERC) issued its final order dated 29 May 2026 in Suo Motu Petition No. 09 of 2026, clarifying the applicability of Wheeling and Deviation Settlement Mechanism (DSM) charges for consumers availing intra-state open access. The order resolved disputes raised by M/s Real Ispat & Power Limited and M/s Gravity Ferrous Pvt. Limited, who had challenged a draft order proposing a recalculation methodology for billing multi-supply consumers involving DSM Regulations 2016 scheduling framework.
8KSERC approves Rs. 4.75/unit tariff for 1.5 MW floating solar project at Cochin Port Authority
The Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC) approved the adoption of an L1 tariff of Rs. 4.75 per unit with 21% CUF for a 1.5 MW floating solar PV project at Willingdon Island, Cochin Port Authority, through its order dated 3 June 2026 in OP No. 05/2026. The tariff was discovered through competitive bidding conducted in line with Ministry of Power guidelines dated 23 July 2023. M/s Sunshell Power, Hooghly, West Bengal, emerged as the L1 bidder. The Commission approved the draft Power Purchase Agreement under Section 63 of the Electricity Act, 2003.
8KSERC clears BPCL Kochi Refinery's request to expand temporary power contract demand to 27 MVA
KSERC directed the Kerala State Electricity Board Limited (KSEBL) to enhance the contract demand of temporary 33 kV power supply to M/s BPCL Kochi Refinery from 14.4 MVA to 27.0 MVA, through its order dated 3 June 2026 in OP No. 57/2025. BPCL Kochi Refinery had sought the enhancement after a fire accident on 8 July 2025 damaged its 220 kV cable from Ambalamugal substation, necessitating temporary power supply for the refinery's continued operation. BPCL is an existing 220 kV EHT consumer of KSEBL with a 50 MVA contract demand.
8TNERC issues draft conventional generation tariff regulations 2026, invites comments by 17 June
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (TNERC) published its draft Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Conventional Generation Tariff) Regulations, 2026, on 1 June 2026, inviting comments and suggestions from all affected parties by 17 June 2026. The draft regulation, notified vide Draft Notification No. TNERC/TR-CGT/2026, consolidates the framework for determining tariff for conventional generation assets in Tamil Nadu, including provisions for true-up filing for FY 2026-27.
8TNERC floats draft recovery of expenses regulations 2026, covering distribution, transmission and SLDC
TNERC published a comprehensive draft Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (Recovery of Expenses and Charges by Licensees and System Operator) Regulations, 2026, on 1 June 2026, inviting stakeholder comments by 18 June 2026. Notified vide Draft Notification No. TNERC/REC/2026, the draft applies to all existing and future distribution licensees, transmission licensees, and SLDC, consolidating rules for recovery across distribution (Chapter 2), transmission (Chapter 3), and open access (Chapter 28) within a single framework.
OMBUDSMAN & CONSUMER GRIEVANCE
8UPERC fines UPPCL Rs. 7,18,000 for smart prepaid meter reconnection delays on 10 of 16 dates between 13 March and 7 April 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) on 3 June 2026 imposed a total penalty of Rs. 7,18,000 on Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd. (UPPCL) for violating Regulation 16.11.1 of the UPERC (Standards of Performance) Regulations, 2019, which mandates at least 95% of prepaid smart-meter consumers have supply restored within two hours of recharge. UPPCL's own data covering up to 3,66,910 reconnection transactions on a single day showed compliance falling below 95% on 10 dates, with rates as low as 77%.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8UERC admits 4 MW Dharasu solar developer's plea, orders evacuation talks between Dwarka Fidato and UJVN by 22 June
The Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission (UERC) on 2 June 2026 admitted a petition filed by M/s Dwarka Fidato Renewable Pvt. Ltd. over power evacuation constraints affecting its 4 MW solar project at Dharasu, Uttarakhand. Despite objections from UJVN Ltd. and UPCL, the Commission found the matter serious enough to warrant full hearing. UERC directed both respondents to file replies on merit by 22 June 2026 and ordered the parties to hold a meeting, prepare detailed minutes covering all issues and an action plan.
8MERC partly allows MSEDCL's supplementary PPA petition for 9,154 MW MSKVY 2.0 solar capacity, extends SCOD to 31 March 2026 but bars tariff cut clause
The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) on 3 June 2026 partly granted MSEDCL's petition to amend power purchase agreements covering 9,154 MW of solar capacity under the Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana (MSKVY) 2.0 scheme, involving 204 respondent developers. The Commission approved the extension of the Scheduled Commercial Operation Date (SCOD) to 31 March 2026 and introduced a Long Stop Date of 31 December 2026. MERC rejected MSEDCL's proposed Article 8.1.3, which would have applied a lower tariff to units commissioned after the revised SCOD.
8MERC recognises MSEB Solar Agro Power Ltd. as deemed distribution licensee for Maharashtra's agricultural consumers from 1 April 2026, with 38,076 MU annual demand
MERC on 3 June 2026 formally took on record the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company's Restructuring and Transfer Scheme, 2026, effective from 1 April 2026. Under this scheme, retail supply of electricity to agricultural consumers across MSEDCL's entire licensed area has been transferred to MSEB Solar Agro Power Ltd. (MSAPL). MSAPL's estimated power demand stands at 38,076 MU for FY 2026, rising to 39,837 MU by FY 2030. The Government of Maharashtra has committed a working capital guarantee of at least Rs. 2,500 crore. Details
NEWS UPDATE: FINANCIAL RESULTS & CORPORATE PERFORMANCE
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ANNUAL RESULTS
8SECI posts Rs. 721.75 crore net profit after tax in FY2025-26 on consolidated revenue of Rs. 18,446.80 crore
Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) reported consolidated revenue from operations of Rs. 18,446.80 crore for FY2025-26, up sharply from Rs. 15,185.10 crore in the previous year. Consolidated profit after tax reached Rs. 721.75 crore (previous year: Rs. 614.70 crore). On a standalone basis, SECI's net profit before tax was Rs. 772 crore, with standalone property, plant and equipment at Rs. 857.52 crore and capital work-in-progress at Rs. 1,814.97 crore as of 31 March 2026.
8Finolex Cables posts 22% revenue growth in Q4 FY26 and 19% for full year; EHV JV turns profitable at Rs. 450 crore revenue
Finolex Cables Limited reported Q4 FY26 revenue up approximately 22% year-on-year. The electrical segment hit an all-time quarterly high of Rs. 1,697 crore, up 22% YoY. The EHV joint venture with Sumitomo turned profitable for the first time, generating a profit of about Rs. 21 crore on revenue of roughly Rs. 450 crore. EBITDA for Q4 improved 7% YoY and 22% QoQ; PAT improved 6% YoY. Capital expenditure for FY26 was Rs. 240 crore, with Rs. 300 crore planned for FY27.
8IMP Powers submits qualified audit report for FY 2025-26 with Rs. 39.86 crore disputed trade receivables and six audit qualifications
IMP Powers Limited submitted its consolidated audited financial results for FY 2025-26 carrying a qualified audit opinion from BJS & Associates. Six unresolved issues include Rs. 39.86 crore in receivables with no ECL provision, Rs. 23.88 crore in unreconciled bank and other current asset balances, absence of impairment assessment, non-compliance with Ind AS 12 on deferred tax, and missing actuarial valuation. Full-year income stood at Rs. 3,682.67 lakh.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Tata Power to hold 1:1 investor meetings at ICICI Securities India Investor Conference on 8 June
Tata Power Company Limited notified BSE and NSE that it will attend the ICICI Securities India Investor Conference in Mumbai on 8 June 2026, participating in 1:1 physical and group meetings with individual and institutional investors. The company confirmed that no unpublished price-sensitive information will be disclosed during the engagements, consistent with SEBI Listing Regulation 30 requirements.
8Larsen & Toubro to meet CLSA-arranged investor group virtually on 8 June at 5 PM
Larsen & Toubro Limited has intimated stock exchanges of a virtual group investor meeting arranged by CLSA, scheduled for 8 June 2026 at 5:00 PM IST. The discussion will be based on publicly available information in line with the same presentation already placed on the company and exchange websites, under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR 2015.
8Genus Power schedules 11 June group investor meet via Choice Institutional Equities
Genus Power Infrastructures Limited (NSE: GENUSPOWER; BSE: 530343) disclosed that its officials will participate in a virtual group investor meeting on 11 June 2026 at 2:00 PM IST, organised by Choice Institutional Equities. The company confirmed no unpublished price-sensitive information will be discussed and the session will rely solely on publicly available data.
8Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy lines up 10 June investor group meeting with Choice Equities
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Limited (NSE: SWSOLAR; BSE: 542760) informed stock exchanges that company officials will meet investors and analysts in a group meeting on 10 June 2026, organised by Choice Institutional Equities. The disclosure was made under Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations. No unpublished price-sensitive information is expected to be discussed at the session.
8Siemens Limited releases transcript of 28 May analyst and institutional investor meet
Siemens Limited (NSE: SIEMENS; BSE: 500550) filed the complete transcript of its analysts and institutional investors meet held on 28 May 2026, with both stock exchanges. The transcript is also accessible on the company's investor relations website at siemens.com, under Regulation 30 and Regulation 46 of SEBI LODR 2015.
8Borosil Renewables chairman Pradeep Kumar Kheruka gives dual TV business updates on 3 June
Borosil Renewables Limited (NSE: BORORENEW; BSE: 502219) disclosed that Executive Chairman Mr. Pradeep Kumar Kheruka appeared in interviews on both CNBC Awaaz and NDTV Profit on 3 June 2026, discussing the company's general business outlook. Both interviews were filed separately with BSE and NSE under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR 2015.
8IEX posts 18.6% YoY volume jump to 12,983 MU in May 2026; India's peak demand hits all-time high of 270.82 GW
Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) recorded its highest-ever monthly electricity traded volume of 12,983 MUs in May 2026, an 18.6% increase year-on-year, driven by India's all-time peak power demand of 270.82 GW and 11.5% YoY growth in the country's energy consumption to 164.98 BUs. The Day-Ahead Market traded 4,417 MU (up 24.9% YoY) at an average clearing price of Rs. 4.88/unit, while the Real-Time Market reached 5,529 MU (up 15.9% YoY) at Rs. 4.16/unit.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICRA assigns [ICRA]A- (Stable) to Juniper Green Power Five's Rs. 516 crore term loan for 129.4 MW hybrid project
Rating agency ICRA on 3 June 2026 assigned a long-term rating of [ICRA]A- with Stable outlook to Juniper Green Power Five Private Limited for a Rs. 516 crore fund-based term loan maturing in March 2046. The company is developing a 129.4 MW wind-solar hybrid project in Maharashtra with a 25-year PPA with MSEDCL at Rs. 3.60 per unit for 75 MW contracted capacity. The cumulative DSCR over the 21-year debt tenor is projected at approximately 1.25x.
8Patel Engineering credit rating upgraded to IVR A/Stable and IVR A1 by Infomerics
Infomerics Valuation and Rating Private Limited upgraded Patel Engineering Limited's (NSE: PATELENG) long-term rating from IVR A- to IVR A/Stable and short-term rating from IVR A2+ to IVR A1, effective 3 June 2026. The upgrades reflect the company's strong financial performance, improved liquidity profile, and operational excellence across dams, tunnels, hydroelectric power, irrigation, and urban infrastructure projects, noting this will enhance its access to capital markets.
8Coal India fined Rs. 5,45,160 by NSE for SEBI LODR non-compliance in quarter ended March 2026
Coal India Limited received a fine of Rs. 5,45,160 (inclusive of GST) imposed by the National Stock Exchange of India Limited for non-compliance with various provisions of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations 2015 for the quarter ended 31 March 2026. The order was received on 2 June 2026 and disclosed by Coal India under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR, read with Schedule III, Part A, Para A. Details
8SECI posts Rs. 721.75 crore net profit after tax in FY2025-26 on consolidated revenue of Rs. 18,446.80 crore
Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) reported consolidated revenue from operations of Rs. 18,446.80 crore for FY2025-26, up sharply from Rs. 15,185.10 crore in the previous year. Consolidated profit after tax reached Rs. 721.75 crore (previous year: Rs. 614.70 crore). On a standalone basis, SECI's net profit before tax was Rs. 772 crore, with standalone property, plant and equipment at Rs. 857.52 crore and capital work-in-progress at Rs. 1,814.97 crore as of 31 March 2026.
8Finolex Cables posts 22% revenue growth in Q4 FY26 and 19% for full year; EHV JV turns profitable at Rs. 450 crore revenue
Finolex Cables Limited reported Q4 FY26 revenue up approximately 22% year-on-year. The electrical segment hit an all-time quarterly high of Rs. 1,697 crore, up 22% YoY. The EHV joint venture with Sumitomo turned profitable for the first time, generating a profit of about Rs. 21 crore on revenue of roughly Rs. 450 crore. EBITDA for Q4 improved 7% YoY and 22% QoQ; PAT improved 6% YoY. Capital expenditure for FY26 was Rs. 240 crore, with Rs. 300 crore planned for FY27.
8IMP Powers submits qualified audit report for FY 2025-26 with Rs. 39.86 crore disputed trade receivables and six audit qualifications
IMP Powers Limited submitted its consolidated audited financial results for FY 2025-26 carrying a qualified audit opinion from BJS & Associates. Six unresolved issues include Rs. 39.86 crore in receivables with no ECL provision, Rs. 23.88 crore in unreconciled bank and other current asset balances, absence of impairment assessment, non-compliance with Ind AS 12 on deferred tax, and missing actuarial valuation. Full-year income stood at Rs. 3,682.67 lakh.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Tata Power to hold 1:1 investor meetings at ICICI Securities India Investor Conference on 8 June
Tata Power Company Limited notified BSE and NSE that it will attend the ICICI Securities India Investor Conference in Mumbai on 8 June 2026, participating in 1:1 physical and group meetings with individual and institutional investors. The company confirmed that no unpublished price-sensitive information will be disclosed during the engagements, consistent with SEBI Listing Regulation 30 requirements.
8Larsen & Toubro to meet CLSA-arranged investor group virtually on 8 June at 5 PM
Larsen & Toubro Limited has intimated stock exchanges of a virtual group investor meeting arranged by CLSA, scheduled for 8 June 2026 at 5:00 PM IST. The discussion will be based on publicly available information in line with the same presentation already placed on the company and exchange websites, under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR 2015.
8Genus Power schedules 11 June group investor meet via Choice Institutional Equities
Genus Power Infrastructures Limited (NSE: GENUSPOWER; BSE: 530343) disclosed that its officials will participate in a virtual group investor meeting on 11 June 2026 at 2:00 PM IST, organised by Choice Institutional Equities. The company confirmed no unpublished price-sensitive information will be discussed and the session will rely solely on publicly available data.
8Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy lines up 10 June investor group meeting with Choice Equities
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Limited (NSE: SWSOLAR; BSE: 542760) informed stock exchanges that company officials will meet investors and analysts in a group meeting on 10 June 2026, organised by Choice Institutional Equities. The disclosure was made under Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations. No unpublished price-sensitive information is expected to be discussed at the session.
8Siemens Limited releases transcript of 28 May analyst and institutional investor meet
Siemens Limited (NSE: SIEMENS; BSE: 500550) filed the complete transcript of its analysts and institutional investors meet held on 28 May 2026, with both stock exchanges. The transcript is also accessible on the company's investor relations website at siemens.com, under Regulation 30 and Regulation 46 of SEBI LODR 2015.
8Borosil Renewables chairman Pradeep Kumar Kheruka gives dual TV business updates on 3 June
Borosil Renewables Limited (NSE: BORORENEW; BSE: 502219) disclosed that Executive Chairman Mr. Pradeep Kumar Kheruka appeared in interviews on both CNBC Awaaz and NDTV Profit on 3 June 2026, discussing the company's general business outlook. Both interviews were filed separately with BSE and NSE under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR 2015.
8IEX posts 18.6% YoY volume jump to 12,983 MU in May 2026; India's peak demand hits all-time high of 270.82 GW
Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) recorded its highest-ever monthly electricity traded volume of 12,983 MUs in May 2026, an 18.6% increase year-on-year, driven by India's all-time peak power demand of 270.82 GW and 11.5% YoY growth in the country's energy consumption to 164.98 BUs. The Day-Ahead Market traded 4,417 MU (up 24.9% YoY) at an average clearing price of Rs. 4.88/unit, while the Real-Time Market reached 5,529 MU (up 15.9% YoY) at Rs. 4.16/unit.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICRA assigns [ICRA]A- (Stable) to Juniper Green Power Five's Rs. 516 crore term loan for 129.4 MW hybrid project
Rating agency ICRA on 3 June 2026 assigned a long-term rating of [ICRA]A- with Stable outlook to Juniper Green Power Five Private Limited for a Rs. 516 crore fund-based term loan maturing in March 2046. The company is developing a 129.4 MW wind-solar hybrid project in Maharashtra with a 25-year PPA with MSEDCL at Rs. 3.60 per unit for 75 MW contracted capacity. The cumulative DSCR over the 21-year debt tenor is projected at approximately 1.25x.
8Patel Engineering credit rating upgraded to IVR A/Stable and IVR A1 by Infomerics
Infomerics Valuation and Rating Private Limited upgraded Patel Engineering Limited's (NSE: PATELENG) long-term rating from IVR A- to IVR A/Stable and short-term rating from IVR A2+ to IVR A1, effective 3 June 2026. The upgrades reflect the company's strong financial performance, improved liquidity profile, and operational excellence across dams, tunnels, hydroelectric power, irrigation, and urban infrastructure projects, noting this will enhance its access to capital markets.
8Coal India fined Rs. 5,45,160 by NSE for SEBI LODR non-compliance in quarter ended March 2026
Coal India Limited received a fine of Rs. 5,45,160 (inclusive of GST) imposed by the National Stock Exchange of India Limited for non-compliance with various provisions of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations 2015 for the quarter ended 31 March 2026. The order was received on 2 June 2026 and disclosed by Coal India under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR, read with Schedule III, Part A, Para A. Details
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For reference purposes the website carries here the following tenders:
8Tender for supply and delivery of numerical transformer differential relays Details
8Tender for manufacture, testing & delivery of 11kV RVTs Details
8Tender for supply, installation testing and commissioning of online vibration monitoring system for all three units Details
8Tender for procurement of spares of CCI make LP bypass actuators Details
8Tender for procurement of LED based lighting fitting of different wattages for various Details
8Tender for procurement of spares for rack and pinion type elevator (OEM) installed Details
8Tender for procurement of mass electronic system make solenoids installed Details
8Tender for procurement of speed controllers for various hydraulic system Details
8Tender for procurement of solenoid valve for turbine NRVs installed Details
8Tender for shifting height raising of 220kV line Details
8Tender for supply of AB switch and isolators Details
8Tender for construction of RCC protection wall around cable termination monopoles Details
8Tender for supply, erection & commissioning of 11 kV lines with MVCC conductor & dismantling of existing open conductor Details
8Tender for renovation of gravelling and grading in 33 / 132 kV yard Details
8Tender for work of interchange of 220kV circuit load Details
8Tender for supply and application of mineral wool insulation on various pipes, bends, vessels etc. Details
8Tender for repair, white wash, paint, tile, wooden, sanitry plumbing, electrical works. Details
8Tender for repair and maintenance of other miscellaneous work Details
8Tender for repair and maintenance of different drain Details
8Tender for day to day repairing and replacement work of doors, windows, ventilators Details
8Tender for construction of pavement along the open channel and other miscellaneous works Details
8Tender for dredging of overflow lagoon Details
8Tender for maintenance and miscellaneous civil works Details
8Tender for miscellaneous civil works Details
8Tender for outer side miscellaneous civil works Details
8Tender for repair and strengthening of central store Details
8Tender for protection work at left bank Details
8Tender for construction of 33kV bay and associated works at 132kV GSS Details
8Tender for supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of one set of 120V, 400Ah high-discharge plante type lead-acid battery bank Details
8Tender for procurement of spare transport air compressor motor Details
8Tender for services for stores operation support Details
8Tender for work of erection, testing & commissioning of 132kV equipment, structure, control wiring, earthing etc. Details
8Tender for supply of trolley mounted and manual anti smog gun Details
8Tender for supply of batteries Details
8Tender for manufacturing, testing, transportation, insurance and supply of turbine cover sleeves Details
8Tender for erection work of HT, LT line & TC work Details
8Tender for work of supply and application of nano technology-based acid and alkali resistant nano-modified anti corrosive coating paint on rusted various equipments Details
8Tender for erection work of HT, LT line & TC Details
8Tender for erection work of HT, LT line & TC work Details
8Tender for providing & fixing of chain link fencing around transformer Details
8Tender for procurement of different spares of crusher and vibrating screen Details
8Tender for service contract for coal and ash sample collection and preparation and efficiency related job Details
8Tender for service contract for miscellaneous work of ash slurry pipe lines and dry ash conveying pipe lines Details
8Tender for service contract for 10 months of poking of silo unloading telescopic chutes Details
8Tender for preventive and break down maintenance of room AC units Details
8Tender for geo technical investigations Details
8Tender for supply of LT PVC control cable Details
8Tender for supply of drones for transmission line Details
8Tender for construction of PQC road from ash dyke lagoon-01 to lagoon-02. Details
8Tender for supply, installation, design, engineering, erection, commissioning & testing of 220 V, minimum 500 AH nickle-cadmium DC battery sets Details
8Tender for miscellaneous civil (R and M) work, water supply and sanitation repairs and renovation work Details
8Tender for supply of accessories for cable Details
8Tender for supply of type-II transformer oil Details
8Tender for supply of BIS certified energy efficiency level - 3 (old)/level -2 (new), conventional 11/0.433 kV, 200 KVA, distribution transformer Details
8Tender for supply of BIS certified energy efficiency level - 3 Details
8Tender for R and M work (premonsoon), water proofing of roofs and other civil work Details
8Tender for supply of ISI marked MS black hexagonal bolt Details
8Tender for procurement of fyrquel EHC-N control oil for turbine Details
8Tender for procurement of spares of various butterfly valve of DM plant and CPU regeneration Details
8Tender for procurement of spares for suction/ discharge valve unit Details
8Tender for procurement of truck mounted industrial vacuum cleaner Details
8Tender for various face-lifting works Details
8Tender for engagement of consultant for comprehensive studies for identification and assessment of hydropower projects Details
8Tender for work of tapping of fresh drinking water to dam Details
8Tender for construction of engineering workshop and testing lab including Details
8Tender for replacement of old penstock 02 No. of gates of existing water channel Details
8Tender for supply of generator air coolers Details
8Tender for construction of shed and allied civil works Details
8Tender for procurement of DPC Al. winding wires and Strips of different size for repairing of distribution transformer Details
8Tender for ARC of regular cleaning of trash racks etc. Details
8Tender for supply of 11 kV pins for 11 kV pin insulators Details
8Tender for construction of foundation for 01 No. 33 kV 5.43 MVAR capacitor bank at 132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for construction of foundation for 50 MVA transformer Details
8Tender for erection of 1 no. of new 20MVA ,66/11 kV transformer-4 bay Details
8Tender for construction of additional 220/66 kV bus bar system for 220 kV DC line Details
8Design, engineering, supply, erection, testing, commissioning and integration of remote terminal units (RTUs) for SCADA/ EMS system Details
8Tender for repair of roof at 132kV s/s Details
8Tender for work of annual maintenance contract for attending emergency / breakdown / planned maintenance works of 220kV & 132kV substations Details
8Tender for work of annual maintenance contract (AMC) for various 400kV lines Details
8Tender for AMC for various regular preventative maintenance / emergency and breakdown works of various 220kV & 100kV substations Details
8Tender for work of replacement of 132 kV BPI and 22kV transformer LV droper twin damage jumpers Details
8Tender for work of supply, erection, testing & commissioning of 132kV & 33kV equipment Details
8Tender for work of providing & fixing of non conductive turbo wind driven bird guard for various EHV lines Details
8Tender for works of supply, erection, testing and commissioning of additional 1 x 100 MVA, 220/132 kV ICT along Details
8Tender for demolition of existing old control room, foundation, chain-link fencing Details
8Tender for extension of existing shed and store, construction of new shed on TC stacking Details
8Tender for erection work of LILO to 66kV S/S Details
8Tender for erection work of LILO to proposed 66kV sub-station Details
8Tender for supply of mill discharge first piece after MPO for coal mill Details
8Tender for supply, erection, testing, and commissioning of 66kV equipment’s & materials Details
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For reference purposes the website carries here the following newsclips:
8India’s solar ambitions face a factory-floor test: Rollout of new rules sparks industry concerns over domestic cell shortage, stranded investments Details
8India overtakes US to become second-largest solar growth market in 2025 Details
8RE targets may create 4.4 mn jobs by 2030, rooftop solar to lead: Study Details
8India's solar boom eases daytime demand, but night shortages persist Details
8India's tougher grid rules unsettle investors, test clean energy ambitions Details
8Clean Max to supply wind, solar power to Indian chemicals group Details
8Here's the largest job generating sector in clean energy sector Details
8CleanMax, Gujarat Alkalies partner on 75.90 MW wind and 84.34 MWp solar project in Gujarat Details
8PLF performance: OPGC ranks 1st among all state sector power generators in India Details
8Coal India Cuts Output as Renewables Rise in 2026 Details
8JSW Energy NCLT Order Received for GE Power India Scheme of Arrangement Details
8Sharika jumps on foraying into India’s rapidly expanding SCADA-ADMS market Details
8Citi initiates coverage on Power Equipment sector; Sees long-term opportunity in transmission & distribution Details
8MPs' panel lauds Govt steps to ensure reliable power grid amid surging demand Details
8OPGC tops chart with plant load performance in India Details
8Union Power Minister Chairs Parliamentary Committee Meeting On Future-Ready Power Grid Details
8Khattar Reviews Haryana Power Sector, Pushes Smart Meter Rollout Details
8Nuclear power can fuel India’s data centres & defence sector, says CRF panel Details
8Renewable Energy Stocks Show Mixed Performance As Indian Markets End Lower Details
8Nuclear Power Stocks with Strong Expansion Plans Details
8Centre urged to extend subsidy for battery systems to store solar power Details
8India’s nuclear power push: Can India really reach 100 GW by 2047 Details
8House Panel On Power Discusses Grid Stability Amid Rising Electricity Demand Details
8Schneider Electric And Allied Engineers Join Hands To Advance Distribution Infrastructure Details
8Small Reactors, Big Aspirations: India's Path Toward 100 GW Nuclear Capacity Details
8Regional Power Trade Is Critical for India’s Energy Security: Alok Kumar Details
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8Tender for supply and delivery of numerical transformer differential relays Details
8Tender for manufacture, testing & delivery of 11kV RVTs Details
8Tender for supply, installation testing and commissioning of online vibration monitoring system for all three units Details
8Tender for procurement of spares of CCI make LP bypass actuators Details
8Tender for procurement of LED based lighting fitting of different wattages for various Details
8Tender for procurement of spares for rack and pinion type elevator (OEM) installed Details
8Tender for procurement of mass electronic system make solenoids installed Details
8Tender for procurement of speed controllers for various hydraulic system Details
8Tender for procurement of solenoid valve for turbine NRVs installed Details
8Tender for shifting height raising of 220kV line Details
8Tender for supply of AB switch and isolators Details
8Tender for construction of RCC protection wall around cable termination monopoles Details
8Tender for supply, erection & commissioning of 11 kV lines with MVCC conductor & dismantling of existing open conductor Details
8Tender for renovation of gravelling and grading in 33 / 132 kV yard Details
8Tender for work of interchange of 220kV circuit load Details
8Tender for supply and application of mineral wool insulation on various pipes, bends, vessels etc. Details
8Tender for repair, white wash, paint, tile, wooden, sanitry plumbing, electrical works. Details
8Tender for repair and maintenance of other miscellaneous work Details
8Tender for repair and maintenance of different drain Details
8Tender for day to day repairing and replacement work of doors, windows, ventilators Details
8Tender for construction of pavement along the open channel and other miscellaneous works Details
8Tender for dredging of overflow lagoon Details
8Tender for maintenance and miscellaneous civil works Details
8Tender for miscellaneous civil works Details
8Tender for outer side miscellaneous civil works Details
8Tender for repair and strengthening of central store Details
8Tender for protection work at left bank Details
8Tender for construction of 33kV bay and associated works at 132kV GSS Details
8Tender for supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of one set of 120V, 400Ah high-discharge plante type lead-acid battery bank Details
8Tender for procurement of spare transport air compressor motor Details
8Tender for services for stores operation support Details
8Tender for work of erection, testing & commissioning of 132kV equipment, structure, control wiring, earthing etc. Details
8Tender for supply of trolley mounted and manual anti smog gun Details
8Tender for supply of batteries Details
8Tender for manufacturing, testing, transportation, insurance and supply of turbine cover sleeves Details
8Tender for erection work of HT, LT line & TC work Details
8Tender for work of supply and application of nano technology-based acid and alkali resistant nano-modified anti corrosive coating paint on rusted various equipments Details
8Tender for erection work of HT, LT line & TC Details
8Tender for erection work of HT, LT line & TC work Details
8Tender for providing & fixing of chain link fencing around transformer Details
8Tender for procurement of different spares of crusher and vibrating screen Details
8Tender for service contract for coal and ash sample collection and preparation and efficiency related job Details
8Tender for service contract for miscellaneous work of ash slurry pipe lines and dry ash conveying pipe lines Details
8Tender for service contract for 10 months of poking of silo unloading telescopic chutes Details
8Tender for preventive and break down maintenance of room AC units Details
8Tender for geo technical investigations Details
8Tender for supply of LT PVC control cable Details
8Tender for supply of drones for transmission line Details
8Tender for construction of PQC road from ash dyke lagoon-01 to lagoon-02. Details
8Tender for supply, installation, design, engineering, erection, commissioning & testing of 220 V, minimum 500 AH nickle-cadmium DC battery sets Details
8Tender for miscellaneous civil (R and M) work, water supply and sanitation repairs and renovation work Details
8Tender for supply of accessories for cable Details
8Tender for supply of type-II transformer oil Details
8Tender for supply of BIS certified energy efficiency level - 3 (old)/level -2 (new), conventional 11/0.433 kV, 200 KVA, distribution transformer Details
8Tender for supply of BIS certified energy efficiency level - 3 Details
8Tender for R and M work (premonsoon), water proofing of roofs and other civil work Details
8Tender for supply of ISI marked MS black hexagonal bolt Details
8Tender for procurement of fyrquel EHC-N control oil for turbine Details
8Tender for procurement of spares of various butterfly valve of DM plant and CPU regeneration Details
8Tender for procurement of spares for suction/ discharge valve unit Details
8Tender for procurement of truck mounted industrial vacuum cleaner Details
8Tender for various face-lifting works Details
8Tender for engagement of consultant for comprehensive studies for identification and assessment of hydropower projects Details
8Tender for work of tapping of fresh drinking water to dam Details
8Tender for construction of engineering workshop and testing lab including Details
8Tender for replacement of old penstock 02 No. of gates of existing water channel Details
8Tender for supply of generator air coolers Details
8Tender for construction of shed and allied civil works Details
8Tender for procurement of DPC Al. winding wires and Strips of different size for repairing of distribution transformer Details
8Tender for ARC of regular cleaning of trash racks etc. Details
8Tender for supply of 11 kV pins for 11 kV pin insulators Details
8Tender for construction of foundation for 01 No. 33 kV 5.43 MVAR capacitor bank at 132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for construction of foundation for 50 MVA transformer Details
8Tender for erection of 1 no. of new 20MVA ,66/11 kV transformer-4 bay Details
8Tender for construction of additional 220/66 kV bus bar system for 220 kV DC line Details
8Design, engineering, supply, erection, testing, commissioning and integration of remote terminal units (RTUs) for SCADA/ EMS system Details
8Tender for repair of roof at 132kV s/s Details
8Tender for work of annual maintenance contract for attending emergency / breakdown / planned maintenance works of 220kV & 132kV substations Details
8Tender for work of annual maintenance contract (AMC) for various 400kV lines Details
8Tender for AMC for various regular preventative maintenance / emergency and breakdown works of various 220kV & 100kV substations Details
8Tender for work of replacement of 132 kV BPI and 22kV transformer LV droper twin damage jumpers Details
8Tender for work of supply, erection, testing & commissioning of 132kV & 33kV equipment Details
8Tender for work of providing & fixing of non conductive turbo wind driven bird guard for various EHV lines Details
8Tender for works of supply, erection, testing and commissioning of additional 1 x 100 MVA, 220/132 kV ICT along Details
8Tender for demolition of existing old control room, foundation, chain-link fencing Details
8Tender for extension of existing shed and store, construction of new shed on TC stacking Details
8Tender for erection work of LILO to 66kV S/S Details
8Tender for erection work of LILO to proposed 66kV sub-station Details
8Tender for supply of mill discharge first piece after MPO for coal mill Details
8Tender for supply, erection, testing, and commissioning of 66kV equipment’s & materials Details
You can also click on Tenders for more
For reference purposes the website carries here the following newsclips:
8India’s solar ambitions face a factory-floor test: Rollout of new rules sparks industry concerns over domestic cell shortage, stranded investments Details
8India overtakes US to become second-largest solar growth market in 2025 Details
8RE targets may create 4.4 mn jobs by 2030, rooftop solar to lead: Study Details
8India's solar boom eases daytime demand, but night shortages persist Details
8India's tougher grid rules unsettle investors, test clean energy ambitions Details
8Clean Max to supply wind, solar power to Indian chemicals group Details
8Here's the largest job generating sector in clean energy sector Details
8CleanMax, Gujarat Alkalies partner on 75.90 MW wind and 84.34 MWp solar project in Gujarat Details
8PLF performance: OPGC ranks 1st among all state sector power generators in India Details
8Coal India Cuts Output as Renewables Rise in 2026 Details
8JSW Energy NCLT Order Received for GE Power India Scheme of Arrangement Details
8Sharika jumps on foraying into India’s rapidly expanding SCADA-ADMS market Details
8Citi initiates coverage on Power Equipment sector; Sees long-term opportunity in transmission & distribution Details
8MPs' panel lauds Govt steps to ensure reliable power grid amid surging demand Details
8OPGC tops chart with plant load performance in India Details
8Union Power Minister Chairs Parliamentary Committee Meeting On Future-Ready Power Grid Details
8Khattar Reviews Haryana Power Sector, Pushes Smart Meter Rollout Details
8Nuclear power can fuel India’s data centres & defence sector, says CRF panel Details
8Renewable Energy Stocks Show Mixed Performance As Indian Markets End Lower Details
8Nuclear Power Stocks with Strong Expansion Plans Details
8Centre urged to extend subsidy for battery systems to store solar power Details
8India’s nuclear power push: Can India really reach 100 GW by 2047 Details
8House Panel On Power Discusses Grid Stability Amid Rising Electricity Demand Details
8Schneider Electric And Allied Engineers Join Hands To Advance Distribution Infrastructure Details
8Small Reactors, Big Aspirations: India's Path Toward 100 GW Nuclear Capacity Details
8Regional Power Trade Is Critical for India’s Energy Security: Alok Kumar Details
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Daily Power Sector Tenders Excel update
Jun 03:
8Daily Excel covering new tenders and all published updates including corrigendum, amendment, addendum, clarification and status revisions, along with technical and financial bid opening, evaluation completion and final award actions including AOC and LOA issuance.
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Transformer procurement package signals a deeper push toward capability-led competition
Jun 03:
8This transformer procurement may appear routine, but the underlying framework tells a different story.
8Qualification controls, compliance requirements and revised timelines are shaping competition as much as the equipment specifications themselves.
8The implications extend beyond a single procurement exercise. Details
8Qualification controls, compliance requirements and revised timelines are shaping competition as much as the equipment specifications themselves.
8The implications extend beyond a single procurement exercise. Details
Western Coalfields Limited's Rs 333 crore Adasa package reveals more than a routine mining award
Jun 03:
8The contract value may grab attention, but the more revealing story lies in the commercial outcome.
8The award offers fresh clues about bidding behaviour, competitive intensity and pricing dynamics in large mining contracts.
8Its implications could extend well beyond a single project. Details
8The award offers fresh clues about bidding behaviour, competitive intensity and pricing dynamics in large mining contracts.
8Its implications could extend well beyond a single project. Details
The real story may lie beneath a Rs 516 crore hydro rehabilitation package rather than its price tag
Jun 03:
8The contract targets a component that rarely attracts investment on this scale.
8What appears to be a rehabilitation package may involve engineering and operational considerations far beyond routine refurbishment.
8The implications extend well beyond construction activity alone. Details
8What appears to be a rehabilitation package may involve engineering and operational considerations far beyond routine refurbishment.
8The implications extend well beyond construction activity alone. Details
Rs multi-thousand-crore hydro package quietly redraws the competitive map for underground contractors
Jun 03:
8A series of amendments has altered who can realistically compete for one of India's largest underground hydro packages.
8While technical on paper, the changes reshape qualification pathways, consortium options and execution accountability.
8Their impact could extend far beyond a single project. Details
8While technical on paper, the changes reshape qualification pathways, consortium options and execution accountability.
8Their impact could extend far beyond a single project. Details
Contracting news for the day
Jun 03:
8Rs 324 crore Waste-to-Energy tender quietly combines EPC execution with a bidder filter few municipal projects attempt
A major Waste-to-Energy opportunity is drawing attention not only for its project value but also for the way qualification and execution responsibilities have been structured. The tender appears to blend infrastructure delivery with operational accountability in a manner that could significantly influence bidder participation. Whether the market embraces this approach may offer an important signal for future urban Waste-to-Energy procurements.
8Rs 5,129 crore hydro package quietly redraws the qualification map as repeated extensions keep competition open
Repeated extensions have kept this mega hydro package in play. But the real story lies in qualification changes that appear to widen access while tightening accountability. Their impact could extend well beyond a single tender.
8Waste-to-energy push tests long-term PPP risk appetite
Rs 257 crore waste-to-energy opportunity is being shaped by more than construction economics. The concession structure places significant execution, financing and operational responsibilities on the private partner. How bidders assess those risks could prove as important as the project value itself.
8Long-duration nuclear EPC package extends bidder responsibility well beyond project execution
A key nuclear project package is being structured around more than equipment supply and installation. The contract extends responsibility deep into the operational phase, potentially reshaping bidder risk calculations. The approach could signal an evolving procurement strategy for complex infrastructure projects.
8Protected-area routing assumptions shift in a major renewable evacuation corridor project
A seemingly technical amendment could alter how developers assess one of western India's largest transmission corridors. The change revisits a long-standing planning constraint with implications that extend beyond immediate execution. Its impact may be felt in both bidder risk calculations and future network expansion strategies.
8Rs 90 crore entry ticket masks a much larger transmission play in Gujarat's renewable corridor
Built around large-scale renewable integration, this transmission project carries responsibilities that extend beyond conventional power evacuation. Grid-strengthening provisions, future expansion readiness and system-stability obligations could significantly influence bidder economics. The bigger story may lie in what the network is expected to support after commissioning. Details
A major Waste-to-Energy opportunity is drawing attention not only for its project value but also for the way qualification and execution responsibilities have been structured. The tender appears to blend infrastructure delivery with operational accountability in a manner that could significantly influence bidder participation. Whether the market embraces this approach may offer an important signal for future urban Waste-to-Energy procurements.
8Rs 5,129 crore hydro package quietly redraws the qualification map as repeated extensions keep competition open
Repeated extensions have kept this mega hydro package in play. But the real story lies in qualification changes that appear to widen access while tightening accountability. Their impact could extend well beyond a single tender.
8Waste-to-energy push tests long-term PPP risk appetite
Rs 257 crore waste-to-energy opportunity is being shaped by more than construction economics. The concession structure places significant execution, financing and operational responsibilities on the private partner. How bidders assess those risks could prove as important as the project value itself.
8Long-duration nuclear EPC package extends bidder responsibility well beyond project execution
A key nuclear project package is being structured around more than equipment supply and installation. The contract extends responsibility deep into the operational phase, potentially reshaping bidder risk calculations. The approach could signal an evolving procurement strategy for complex infrastructure projects.
8Protected-area routing assumptions shift in a major renewable evacuation corridor project
A seemingly technical amendment could alter how developers assess one of western India's largest transmission corridors. The change revisits a long-standing planning constraint with implications that extend beyond immediate execution. Its impact may be felt in both bidder risk calculations and future network expansion strategies.
8Rs 90 crore entry ticket masks a much larger transmission play in Gujarat's renewable corridor
Built around large-scale renewable integration, this transmission project carries responsibilities that extend beyond conventional power evacuation. Grid-strengthening provisions, future expansion readiness and system-stability obligations could significantly influence bidder economics. The bigger story may lie in what the network is expected to support after commissioning. Details
NEWS UPDATE: COAL, FUEL & ENERGY COMMODITIES
Jun 03:
COAL PRODUCTION & OFFTAKE
8Coal India-linked plants hold 42,314 thousand tonnes, about 19 days of stock, as of 31 May 2026
Coal India Limited's Marketing & Sales Division report shows total coal stock of 42,314.5 thousand tonnes — 41,811.8 TT indigenous and 503.0 TT imported — against a daily requirement of 2,171.0 thousand tonnes, providing roughly 19 days of cover. The report applies methodology for monitoring plants in the critical and super-critical stock categories across CIL- and SCCL-supplied stations.
8Coal powers 3,920 MU of India's 1 June 2026 output as CEA breaks down generation by fuel
The Central Electricity Authority's Category-wise, Fuel-wise Generation report for 1 June 2026 shows coal-fired stations generated 3,920.20 MU against a programme of 3,840.91 MU, while natural gas contributed 55.80 MU, nuclear 182.99 MU, hydro 382.13 MU and Bhutan imports 7.58 MU, for an all-India total of 4,631.62 MU. Cumulatively since 1 April 2026, coal alone produced 2,38,926.65 MU of the 2,84,528.90 MU national total.
8Nearly 59,574 MW worth of thermal and nuclear units have been out of the grid over 15 days in 2026-27: CEA
The Central Electricity Authority's report on thermal and nuclear units out of the grid for more than 15 days during 2026-27, as on 1 June 2026, lists each long-idled unit with its capacity, outage date and present status, with the listed capacities aggregating to roughly 59,574 MW. Among the chronic absentees is Delhi's Pragati CCPP, with units repeatedly recording outages stretching back through 2025 for grid disturbance and miscellaneous problems.
8WRLDC logs multiple RGPPL and NTPC Kawas gas units on reserve shut down since 28 May 2026
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that as of 2 June 2026, multiple gas-based Central Sector generating units in the Western Region remained under Reserve Shut Down since 28 May 2026. These include RGPPL Units 2A, 2B, 2X, 3A, 3B and 3X in Maharashtra and NTPC Kawas units in Gujarat with capacities of 106 MW to 116.1 MW each. Gandhar-ST (NTPC, Gujarat, 224.5 MW) also remained on RSD since 28 May 2026.
E-AUCTION & PRICING
8IEX Day-Ahead Market clears 1,59,911 MWh at Rs. 5,278.78/MWh for 2 June 2026 as prices hit the Rs. 10,000 ceiling
The Indian Energy Exchange's Day-Ahead Market for delivery on 2 June 2026 cleared 1,59,910.77 MWh at an average market clearing price of Rs. 5,278.78/MWh, against purchase bids of 3,54,334.35 MWh and sell bids of 5,02,802.60 MWh. Prices swung from a low of Rs. 1,526.97/MWh to the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, with the average dispatch of 6,662.95 MW across the day.
8IEX Real-Time Market cleared 1,50,395 MWh at Rs. 4,961.17/MWh on 2 June 2026 amid ceiling-price spikes
The Indian Energy Exchange's Real-Time Market for delivery on 2 June 2026 cleared 1,50,395.12 MWh at an average market clearing price of Rs. 4,961.17/MWh, drawn from purchase bids of 3,69,471.55 MWh against sell bids of 2,94,102.45 MWh. Prices spanned a low of Rs. 512.16/MWh to the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, with average cleared volume of 6,266.46 MW.
8No trades clear on IEX High-Price Day-Ahead Market for 2 June 2026 as 74,449 MWh of sell bids go unmatched
The Indian Energy Exchange's High-Price Day-Ahead Market saw zero cleared volume for delivery on 2 June 2026, with purchase bids of just 3,344.90 MWh against sell bids of 74,449.40 MWh failing to match. The segment, which carries a Rs. 20,000/MWh price band for high-cost generators, recorded clearings only on adjacent days at prices near Rs. 19,499 to Rs. 20,000/MWh.
GAS & LNG
8NLDC schedules 39,603 MWh of SCUC-Up and 36,431 MWh SCUC-Down for 2 June grid balancing
Grid Controller of India's NLDC scheduled 39,603 MWh of Security Constrained Unit Commitment (SCUC) upward reserve and 36,431 MWh of SCUC downward reserve for 2 June 2026 to manage inter-state balancing. The spinning reserves remained well within inter-state-level requirements throughout the day, as depicted in the 24-hour reserve profiles published by NLDC. Details
8Coal India-linked plants hold 42,314 thousand tonnes, about 19 days of stock, as of 31 May 2026
Coal India Limited's Marketing & Sales Division report shows total coal stock of 42,314.5 thousand tonnes — 41,811.8 TT indigenous and 503.0 TT imported — against a daily requirement of 2,171.0 thousand tonnes, providing roughly 19 days of cover. The report applies methodology for monitoring plants in the critical and super-critical stock categories across CIL- and SCCL-supplied stations.
8Coal powers 3,920 MU of India's 1 June 2026 output as CEA breaks down generation by fuel
The Central Electricity Authority's Category-wise, Fuel-wise Generation report for 1 June 2026 shows coal-fired stations generated 3,920.20 MU against a programme of 3,840.91 MU, while natural gas contributed 55.80 MU, nuclear 182.99 MU, hydro 382.13 MU and Bhutan imports 7.58 MU, for an all-India total of 4,631.62 MU. Cumulatively since 1 April 2026, coal alone produced 2,38,926.65 MU of the 2,84,528.90 MU national total.
8Nearly 59,574 MW worth of thermal and nuclear units have been out of the grid over 15 days in 2026-27: CEA
The Central Electricity Authority's report on thermal and nuclear units out of the grid for more than 15 days during 2026-27, as on 1 June 2026, lists each long-idled unit with its capacity, outage date and present status, with the listed capacities aggregating to roughly 59,574 MW. Among the chronic absentees is Delhi's Pragati CCPP, with units repeatedly recording outages stretching back through 2025 for grid disturbance and miscellaneous problems.
8WRLDC logs multiple RGPPL and NTPC Kawas gas units on reserve shut down since 28 May 2026
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that as of 2 June 2026, multiple gas-based Central Sector generating units in the Western Region remained under Reserve Shut Down since 28 May 2026. These include RGPPL Units 2A, 2B, 2X, 3A, 3B and 3X in Maharashtra and NTPC Kawas units in Gujarat with capacities of 106 MW to 116.1 MW each. Gandhar-ST (NTPC, Gujarat, 224.5 MW) also remained on RSD since 28 May 2026.
E-AUCTION & PRICING
8IEX Day-Ahead Market clears 1,59,911 MWh at Rs. 5,278.78/MWh for 2 June 2026 as prices hit the Rs. 10,000 ceiling
The Indian Energy Exchange's Day-Ahead Market for delivery on 2 June 2026 cleared 1,59,910.77 MWh at an average market clearing price of Rs. 5,278.78/MWh, against purchase bids of 3,54,334.35 MWh and sell bids of 5,02,802.60 MWh. Prices swung from a low of Rs. 1,526.97/MWh to the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, with the average dispatch of 6,662.95 MW across the day.
8IEX Real-Time Market cleared 1,50,395 MWh at Rs. 4,961.17/MWh on 2 June 2026 amid ceiling-price spikes
The Indian Energy Exchange's Real-Time Market for delivery on 2 June 2026 cleared 1,50,395.12 MWh at an average market clearing price of Rs. 4,961.17/MWh, drawn from purchase bids of 3,69,471.55 MWh against sell bids of 2,94,102.45 MWh. Prices spanned a low of Rs. 512.16/MWh to the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, with average cleared volume of 6,266.46 MW.
8No trades clear on IEX High-Price Day-Ahead Market for 2 June 2026 as 74,449 MWh of sell bids go unmatched
The Indian Energy Exchange's High-Price Day-Ahead Market saw zero cleared volume for delivery on 2 June 2026, with purchase bids of just 3,344.90 MWh against sell bids of 74,449.40 MWh failing to match. The segment, which carries a Rs. 20,000/MWh price band for high-cost generators, recorded clearings only on adjacent days at prices near Rs. 19,499 to Rs. 20,000/MWh.
GAS & LNG
8NLDC schedules 39,603 MWh of SCUC-Up and 36,431 MWh SCUC-Down for 2 June grid balancing
Grid Controller of India's NLDC scheduled 39,603 MWh of Security Constrained Unit Commitment (SCUC) upward reserve and 36,431 MWh of SCUC downward reserve for 2 June 2026 to manage inter-state balancing. The spinning reserves remained well within inter-state-level requirements throughout the day, as depicted in the 24-hour reserve profiles published by NLDC. Details
NEWS UPDATE: GRID OPERATIONS & POWER SUPPLY
Jun 03:
PEAK DEMAND & GRID FREQUENCY
8India peaks at 2,34,212 MW on 2 June; all-India energy met reaches 5,291 MU with 3.07 MU shortage
GRID-India's NLDC reported that the all-India evening peak demand met on 2 June 2026 stood at 2,34,212 MW (at 20:00 hrs), while the absolute maximum demand recorded hit 2,42,761 MW at 15:26 hrs per NLDC SCADA. Total energy met for the day was 5,291 MU against a net energy shortage of 3.07 MU spread across Northern, Eastern, and North-Eastern regions, with hydro contributing 422 MU, solar 641 MU and wind 239 MU.
8National grid spent 10 hours 27 minutes outside IEGC frequency band on 2 June; FDI at 43.5
GRID-India's NLDC reported that the Indian grid's average frequency on 2 June 2026 was 49.956 Hz with a standard deviation of 0.136 Hz, and the Frequency Deviation Index stood at 43.5. The instantaneous frequency peaked at 50.229 Hz at 08:02:20 hrs and dipped to a minimum of 49.458 Hz at 22:16:50 hrs, with the grid spending 10 hours and 27 minutes outside the IEGC band of 49.9-50.05 Hz.
8Northern Region peaks at 75,060 MW with 80 MW shortage on 2 June; day energy reaches 1,601 MU
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that evening-peak demand met in the Northern Region on 2 June 2026 stood at 75,060 MW against a requirement of 75,140 MW, resulting in a peak shortage of 80 MW concentrated in Uttarakhand. Day energy met was 1,601 MU against an energy shortage of 0.75 MU, with Uttar Pradesh remaining the single largest consumer at 27,147 MW at the 20:00 peak.
8Western Region peaks at 70,132 MW on 2 June; Maharashtra leads at 27,767 MW, Gujarat at 21,698 MW
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Western Region met an evening-peak demand of 70,132 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026 with no shortage, against a day energy met of 1,597.4 MU and an energy shortfall of 0.49 MU. Maharashtra was the dominant consumer at 27,767 MW peak and 651.58 MU day energy, followed by Gujarat at 21,698 MW and 539.31 MU.
8Southern Region hits 54,543 MW at evening peak on 2 June; Tamil Nadu tops at 18,445 MW with 1,304 MU day energy
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the region met an evening-peak demand of 54,543 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026 with no shortage, and a day energy of 1,304.2 MU with a marginal 0.37 MU energy shortage in Kerala. Tamil Nadu led all southern states at 18,445 MW peak demand and 422.1 MU day energy, followed by Karnataka at 13,848 MW and Andhra Pradesh at 13,018 MW.
8Eastern Region logs 30,767 MW evening peak with 1.09 MU energy shortfall; Bihar records 550 MW ACE dip
The Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Eastern Region met a peak demand of 30,767 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026, while total day energy met was 715.51 MU with an energy shortfall of 1.09 MU. West Bengal was the largest contributor at 13,270 MW maximum demand, and Bihar registered a significant under-drawal event with its ACE dipping to minus 550 MW during the day.
8North Eastern Region clocks 3,710 MW evening peak on 2 June; Assam leads at 2,422 MW, energy shortfall 0.37 MU
GRID-India's North Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the North Eastern Region met an evening-peak demand of 3,710 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026 with zero shortage at peak, while day energy met was 73.38 MU against a shortfall of 0.37 MU attributed to Assam. Assam was the dominant state at 2,422 MW peak demand, and all seven north-eastern states reported zero peak shortages.
8NLDC day-ahead demand forecast misses by 3.3% on 1 June; real-time error tighter at 2.0%
The National Load Despatch Centre disclosed that the mean absolute percentage error for its all-India day-ahead demand forecast on 1 June 2026 was 3.3%, while the real-time forecast error was narrower at 2.0%. For energy consumption, the day-ahead MAPE was 3.1% and the real-time MAPE was 1.5%, reported pursuant to Article 31.2(i) of the Indian Electricity Grid Code 2023.
8All inter-regional corridors record zero ATC violations on 2 June 2026, NLDC reports
GRID-India's NLDC reported in its System Reliability Indices report for 2 June 2026 that all five inter-regional transmission corridors — WR-NR, ER-NR, Import of NR, NEW-SR, and NER Import — registered zero ATC violations with 0% violation rate. The N-1 contingency criterion was not violated on any corridor for the entire day, with most 765 kV and 400 kV substations in the Northern Region staying within the IEGC voltage band.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8NERPC calls 239th Operation Coordination Sub-Committee Meeting for 24 June 2026 in Shillong
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee issued a notice convening its 239th OCC Meeting on 24 June 2026 at 10:30 hrs at the NERPC Conference Hall, Shillong, with a separate online meeting on shutdown proposals slated for 19 June 2026 at 15:00 hrs. Constituents including power utilities of Assam, Manipur and Meghalaya were asked to submit agenda items to the NERPC Secretariat by 10 June 2026.
8Eastern Region faces 4,624 MW forced outages on 2 June; NTPC Barh Unit-3 (660 MW) down on boiler tube failure
The Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre recorded total forced outages of 4,624 MW for 2 June 2026, comprising 2,930 MW in the Central Sector and 1,694 MW in the State Sector. NTPC's Barh Unit-3 (660 MW) tripped on boiler tube leakage on 1 June, and the Teesta Stage III and Teesta HPS units (collectively 1,820 MW in Sikkim) remained on extended outage since October 2023 due to the catastrophic LOHNAK lake cloudburst event.
8Southern Region thermal units lose 5,500+ MW capacity on 2 June; NTPL and NNTPS 500 MW units trip unrevived
The SRLDC's unit outage report for 2 June 2026 recorded multiple significant thermal unit trips. NTPL Unit-2 (500 MW) tripped at 19:18 hrs due to oil leakage and fire in the HV bypass valve, NNTPS Unit-2 (500 MW) tripped at 18:31 hrs due to a slag conveyor ABG outage, and four Srisailam LBPH units (each 150 MW) of TGGENCO remained under annual overhauling since 9 May 2026.
8APTRANSCO's 400 kV Guddigudem-Hinduja double circuit trips on fault at 21:47 hrs on 2 June
SRLDC's forced transmission outage report for 2 June 2026 recorded four forced line outages in the Southern Region. The most consequential were two simultaneous trips on APTRANSCO's 400 kV Guddigudem-Hinduja Circuit-1 (B-N fault) and Circuit-2 (R-N fault) at 21:47 hrs; Circuit-2 was revived by 23:56 hrs while Circuit-1 remained under outage beyond midnight.
8Southern Region grid frequency stays outside IEGC band for 10.45 hours on 2 June; minimum drops to 49.458 Hz
GRID-India's SRLDC reported that the Southern Regional grid on 2 June 2026 recorded an average frequency of 49.956 Hz with a Frequency Deviation Index of 0.185. The frequency spent 43.542% of the day (10.45 hours) outside the IEGC permissible band, with the instantaneous minimum at 49.458 Hz at 22:16:50 hrs and the maximum at 50.229 Hz at 08:02:20 hrs.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8WRPC's May 2026 Regional Energy Account logs Vindhyachal STPS-I scheduling 722.29 MU across Western beneficiaries
The Western Regional Power Committee's Regional Energy Account for May 2026 settles month-long station-wise generation and beneficiary entitlements across the region's inter-State generating stations. NTPC's 1,260 MW Vindhyachal STPS-I alone shows a monthly declared capacity of 722.29 MU, with Maharashtra (MSEB) taking 35.47% and Madhya Pradesh (MPSEB) 34.46% of the station's entitlement.
8Eastern Region schedules 3,806 MU of bilateral power in May 2026 across nearly 4,000 GNA transactions: ERPC
The Eastern Regional Power Committee's REA for bilateral transactions in May 2026 accounts for roughly 3,806.52 MU of GNA-scheduled bilateral exchanges across about 3,996 transactions, spanning intra-regional East-East and inter-regional East-West and East-North flows. The statement threads together contracts from entities such as BSPHCL, GRIDCO, JIPL, NPGC, North Karanpura STPS and Barh.
8WRPC Reactive Account nets Rs. 1.23 crore in VARh charges for 18-24 May 2026, Gujarat and Maharashtra the big receivers
The Western Regional Power Committee's Western Region Reactive Account for the week 18-24 May 2026 settles VARh charges between State entities and the ISTS, recording a sub-total net of Rs. 1,23,43,617. Maharashtra emerged as the largest net receivable at Rs. 41,37,270, followed by Gujarat at Rs. 40,63,216, Chhattisgarh at Rs. 15,96,822 and Madhya Pradesh at Rs. 15,48,839.
8WRPC Deviation Account pegs WR-NR imbalance at Rs. 247.17 crore payable for 18-24 May 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee's ABT-based Deviation Settlement Mechanism account for 18-24 May 2026 shows the region paying heavily on inter-regional flows — Rs. 247.17 crore net payable to the Northern Region, Rs. 48.99 crore to the Eastern Region, and Rs. 3,01,53,81,813 receivable from the Southern Region. Among Western Region beneficiaries, deviation charges netted Rs. 21.56 crore.
8ERPC settles Bhutan's May 2026 cross-border power: WBSEDCL to pay for 558.11 MWh after re-import adjustment
The Eastern Regional Power Committee's Regional Energy Accounting for Bhutan for May 2026 records net scheduled generation of 1,342.55 MWh, against which a re-import by Bhutan including losses for the Jaldhaka HEP of 178.399 MWh is adjusted, leaving WBSEDCL to pay for 558.109 MWh. The account also apportions energy from the Chukha and Tala hydro stations between Bihar's NBPDCL and SBPDCL.
8WRPC TRAS Settlement tops Rs. 208 crore for 18-24 May 2026, netting Rs. 183 crore after compensation
The Western Regional Power Committee's Tertiary Reserve Ancillary Services account for 18-24 May 2026 records total TRAS charges of about Rs. 208.02 crore against energy compensation of Rs. 25.00 crore, leaving a net of Rs. 183.02 crore. The settlement covers TRAS-up of 166,827.46 MWh and TRAS-down of 111,420.82 MWh dispatched by generators across the Western Region during the week.
8ERPC weekly deviation pool settles Rs. 384 crore payable, leaving Rs. 27.88 crore balance for 18-24 May 2026
The Eastern Regional Power Committee's combined DSM, SRAS, TRAS and SCUC Settlement Account for 18-24 May 2026 records amounts payable to the pool of Rs. 38,434.73 lakh against receivables of Rs. 35,646.27 lakh, leaving an ER Deviation and Ancillary-Services pool balance of about Rs. 27.88 crore. Week-total entity lines include APNRL, NVVN-BD and Barh-II among the constituents.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8WRLDC logs multiple long-standing 400 kV and 765 kV transmission elements under planned outage on 2 June
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre published its transmission line outage status for 2 June 2026, listing numerous elements under planned outage, many dating back to 2018-2023. Among the most notable are the 400 kV Wardha-Warora PGCIL reactor under outage since 4 May 2018 due to ferroresonance concerns, and bus sectionalisers at CHAMPA 400 kV and 765 kV substations open since September 2021 for fault-level control.
8SRLDC lists over 30 long-duration planned transmission outages including POWERGRID 400 kV lines dating to 2023
SRLDC's planned transmission outage report for 2 June 2026 catalogues more than 30 elements under extended outage in the Southern Region. The two longest-running outages are POWERGRID's 400 kV Ramagundam-Telangana STPP Circuits 1 and 2, both under outage since 24 March 2023, awaiting idle charging after Factory Test Completion. APTRANSCO's 400 kV GMR-Vemagiri AP-1 and GVK-Vemagiri AP-2 lines have been out since January and May 2024 respectively. Details
8India peaks at 2,34,212 MW on 2 June; all-India energy met reaches 5,291 MU with 3.07 MU shortage
GRID-India's NLDC reported that the all-India evening peak demand met on 2 June 2026 stood at 2,34,212 MW (at 20:00 hrs), while the absolute maximum demand recorded hit 2,42,761 MW at 15:26 hrs per NLDC SCADA. Total energy met for the day was 5,291 MU against a net energy shortage of 3.07 MU spread across Northern, Eastern, and North-Eastern regions, with hydro contributing 422 MU, solar 641 MU and wind 239 MU.
8National grid spent 10 hours 27 minutes outside IEGC frequency band on 2 June; FDI at 43.5
GRID-India's NLDC reported that the Indian grid's average frequency on 2 June 2026 was 49.956 Hz with a standard deviation of 0.136 Hz, and the Frequency Deviation Index stood at 43.5. The instantaneous frequency peaked at 50.229 Hz at 08:02:20 hrs and dipped to a minimum of 49.458 Hz at 22:16:50 hrs, with the grid spending 10 hours and 27 minutes outside the IEGC band of 49.9-50.05 Hz.
8Northern Region peaks at 75,060 MW with 80 MW shortage on 2 June; day energy reaches 1,601 MU
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that evening-peak demand met in the Northern Region on 2 June 2026 stood at 75,060 MW against a requirement of 75,140 MW, resulting in a peak shortage of 80 MW concentrated in Uttarakhand. Day energy met was 1,601 MU against an energy shortage of 0.75 MU, with Uttar Pradesh remaining the single largest consumer at 27,147 MW at the 20:00 peak.
8Western Region peaks at 70,132 MW on 2 June; Maharashtra leads at 27,767 MW, Gujarat at 21,698 MW
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Western Region met an evening-peak demand of 70,132 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026 with no shortage, against a day energy met of 1,597.4 MU and an energy shortfall of 0.49 MU. Maharashtra was the dominant consumer at 27,767 MW peak and 651.58 MU day energy, followed by Gujarat at 21,698 MW and 539.31 MU.
8Southern Region hits 54,543 MW at evening peak on 2 June; Tamil Nadu tops at 18,445 MW with 1,304 MU day energy
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the region met an evening-peak demand of 54,543 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026 with no shortage, and a day energy of 1,304.2 MU with a marginal 0.37 MU energy shortage in Kerala. Tamil Nadu led all southern states at 18,445 MW peak demand and 422.1 MU day energy, followed by Karnataka at 13,848 MW and Andhra Pradesh at 13,018 MW.
8Eastern Region logs 30,767 MW evening peak with 1.09 MU energy shortfall; Bihar records 550 MW ACE dip
The Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Eastern Region met a peak demand of 30,767 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026, while total day energy met was 715.51 MU with an energy shortfall of 1.09 MU. West Bengal was the largest contributor at 13,270 MW maximum demand, and Bihar registered a significant under-drawal event with its ACE dipping to minus 550 MW during the day.
8North Eastern Region clocks 3,710 MW evening peak on 2 June; Assam leads at 2,422 MW, energy shortfall 0.37 MU
GRID-India's North Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the North Eastern Region met an evening-peak demand of 3,710 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026 with zero shortage at peak, while day energy met was 73.38 MU against a shortfall of 0.37 MU attributed to Assam. Assam was the dominant state at 2,422 MW peak demand, and all seven north-eastern states reported zero peak shortages.
8NLDC day-ahead demand forecast misses by 3.3% on 1 June; real-time error tighter at 2.0%
The National Load Despatch Centre disclosed that the mean absolute percentage error for its all-India day-ahead demand forecast on 1 June 2026 was 3.3%, while the real-time forecast error was narrower at 2.0%. For energy consumption, the day-ahead MAPE was 3.1% and the real-time MAPE was 1.5%, reported pursuant to Article 31.2(i) of the Indian Electricity Grid Code 2023.
8All inter-regional corridors record zero ATC violations on 2 June 2026, NLDC reports
GRID-India's NLDC reported in its System Reliability Indices report for 2 June 2026 that all five inter-regional transmission corridors — WR-NR, ER-NR, Import of NR, NEW-SR, and NER Import — registered zero ATC violations with 0% violation rate. The N-1 contingency criterion was not violated on any corridor for the entire day, with most 765 kV and 400 kV substations in the Northern Region staying within the IEGC voltage band.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8NERPC calls 239th Operation Coordination Sub-Committee Meeting for 24 June 2026 in Shillong
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee issued a notice convening its 239th OCC Meeting on 24 June 2026 at 10:30 hrs at the NERPC Conference Hall, Shillong, with a separate online meeting on shutdown proposals slated for 19 June 2026 at 15:00 hrs. Constituents including power utilities of Assam, Manipur and Meghalaya were asked to submit agenda items to the NERPC Secretariat by 10 June 2026.
8Eastern Region faces 4,624 MW forced outages on 2 June; NTPC Barh Unit-3 (660 MW) down on boiler tube failure
The Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre recorded total forced outages of 4,624 MW for 2 June 2026, comprising 2,930 MW in the Central Sector and 1,694 MW in the State Sector. NTPC's Barh Unit-3 (660 MW) tripped on boiler tube leakage on 1 June, and the Teesta Stage III and Teesta HPS units (collectively 1,820 MW in Sikkim) remained on extended outage since October 2023 due to the catastrophic LOHNAK lake cloudburst event.
8Southern Region thermal units lose 5,500+ MW capacity on 2 June; NTPL and NNTPS 500 MW units trip unrevived
The SRLDC's unit outage report for 2 June 2026 recorded multiple significant thermal unit trips. NTPL Unit-2 (500 MW) tripped at 19:18 hrs due to oil leakage and fire in the HV bypass valve, NNTPS Unit-2 (500 MW) tripped at 18:31 hrs due to a slag conveyor ABG outage, and four Srisailam LBPH units (each 150 MW) of TGGENCO remained under annual overhauling since 9 May 2026.
8APTRANSCO's 400 kV Guddigudem-Hinduja double circuit trips on fault at 21:47 hrs on 2 June
SRLDC's forced transmission outage report for 2 June 2026 recorded four forced line outages in the Southern Region. The most consequential were two simultaneous trips on APTRANSCO's 400 kV Guddigudem-Hinduja Circuit-1 (B-N fault) and Circuit-2 (R-N fault) at 21:47 hrs; Circuit-2 was revived by 23:56 hrs while Circuit-1 remained under outage beyond midnight.
8Southern Region grid frequency stays outside IEGC band for 10.45 hours on 2 June; minimum drops to 49.458 Hz
GRID-India's SRLDC reported that the Southern Regional grid on 2 June 2026 recorded an average frequency of 49.956 Hz with a Frequency Deviation Index of 0.185. The frequency spent 43.542% of the day (10.45 hours) outside the IEGC permissible band, with the instantaneous minimum at 49.458 Hz at 22:16:50 hrs and the maximum at 50.229 Hz at 08:02:20 hrs.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8WRPC's May 2026 Regional Energy Account logs Vindhyachal STPS-I scheduling 722.29 MU across Western beneficiaries
The Western Regional Power Committee's Regional Energy Account for May 2026 settles month-long station-wise generation and beneficiary entitlements across the region's inter-State generating stations. NTPC's 1,260 MW Vindhyachal STPS-I alone shows a monthly declared capacity of 722.29 MU, with Maharashtra (MSEB) taking 35.47% and Madhya Pradesh (MPSEB) 34.46% of the station's entitlement.
8Eastern Region schedules 3,806 MU of bilateral power in May 2026 across nearly 4,000 GNA transactions: ERPC
The Eastern Regional Power Committee's REA for bilateral transactions in May 2026 accounts for roughly 3,806.52 MU of GNA-scheduled bilateral exchanges across about 3,996 transactions, spanning intra-regional East-East and inter-regional East-West and East-North flows. The statement threads together contracts from entities such as BSPHCL, GRIDCO, JIPL, NPGC, North Karanpura STPS and Barh.
8WRPC Reactive Account nets Rs. 1.23 crore in VARh charges for 18-24 May 2026, Gujarat and Maharashtra the big receivers
The Western Regional Power Committee's Western Region Reactive Account for the week 18-24 May 2026 settles VARh charges between State entities and the ISTS, recording a sub-total net of Rs. 1,23,43,617. Maharashtra emerged as the largest net receivable at Rs. 41,37,270, followed by Gujarat at Rs. 40,63,216, Chhattisgarh at Rs. 15,96,822 and Madhya Pradesh at Rs. 15,48,839.
8WRPC Deviation Account pegs WR-NR imbalance at Rs. 247.17 crore payable for 18-24 May 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee's ABT-based Deviation Settlement Mechanism account for 18-24 May 2026 shows the region paying heavily on inter-regional flows — Rs. 247.17 crore net payable to the Northern Region, Rs. 48.99 crore to the Eastern Region, and Rs. 3,01,53,81,813 receivable from the Southern Region. Among Western Region beneficiaries, deviation charges netted Rs. 21.56 crore.
8ERPC settles Bhutan's May 2026 cross-border power: WBSEDCL to pay for 558.11 MWh after re-import adjustment
The Eastern Regional Power Committee's Regional Energy Accounting for Bhutan for May 2026 records net scheduled generation of 1,342.55 MWh, against which a re-import by Bhutan including losses for the Jaldhaka HEP of 178.399 MWh is adjusted, leaving WBSEDCL to pay for 558.109 MWh. The account also apportions energy from the Chukha and Tala hydro stations between Bihar's NBPDCL and SBPDCL.
8WRPC TRAS Settlement tops Rs. 208 crore for 18-24 May 2026, netting Rs. 183 crore after compensation
The Western Regional Power Committee's Tertiary Reserve Ancillary Services account for 18-24 May 2026 records total TRAS charges of about Rs. 208.02 crore against energy compensation of Rs. 25.00 crore, leaving a net of Rs. 183.02 crore. The settlement covers TRAS-up of 166,827.46 MWh and TRAS-down of 111,420.82 MWh dispatched by generators across the Western Region during the week.
8ERPC weekly deviation pool settles Rs. 384 crore payable, leaving Rs. 27.88 crore balance for 18-24 May 2026
The Eastern Regional Power Committee's combined DSM, SRAS, TRAS and SCUC Settlement Account for 18-24 May 2026 records amounts payable to the pool of Rs. 38,434.73 lakh against receivables of Rs. 35,646.27 lakh, leaving an ER Deviation and Ancillary-Services pool balance of about Rs. 27.88 crore. Week-total entity lines include APNRL, NVVN-BD and Barh-II among the constituents.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8WRLDC logs multiple long-standing 400 kV and 765 kV transmission elements under planned outage on 2 June
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre published its transmission line outage status for 2 June 2026, listing numerous elements under planned outage, many dating back to 2018-2023. Among the most notable are the 400 kV Wardha-Warora PGCIL reactor under outage since 4 May 2018 due to ferroresonance concerns, and bus sectionalisers at CHAMPA 400 kV and 765 kV substations open since September 2021 for fault-level control.
8SRLDC lists over 30 long-duration planned transmission outages including POWERGRID 400 kV lines dating to 2023
SRLDC's planned transmission outage report for 2 June 2026 catalogues more than 30 elements under extended outage in the Southern Region. The two longest-running outages are POWERGRID's 400 kV Ramagundam-Telangana STPP Circuits 1 and 2, both under outage since 24 March 2023, awaiting idle charging after Factory Test Completion. APTRANSCO's 400 kV GMR-Vemagiri AP-1 and GVK-Vemagiri AP-2 lines have been out since January and May 2024 respectively. Details
NEWS UPDATE: POLICY & GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Jun 03:
MINISTRY OF POWER
8Uttarakhand meets full 46.53 MU demand on 1 June 2026, drawing 34.30 MU from firm sources
The Uttarakhand Power Corporation Ltd's Actual Supply and Power Position for 1 June 2026 shows the State meeting its actual demand of 46.53 MU in full, with total availability of 46.53 MU made up of 34.30 MU from firm sources and 12.23 MU from other sources. State own generation contributed 13.58 MU and the central-share allocation stood at 20.72 MU.
8MahaTransco calls provisionally selected LDC (F&A) candidates for document verification
Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Co. Ltd (MahaTransco) issued a notification for document verification of provisionally selected candidates for the post of Lower Division Clerk (F&A), drawn from a provisional waiting list. The recruitment notice set out the verification process for candidates shortlisted for the finance-and-accounts clerical posts at the State transmission utility.
MNRE & BEE
8India generates 4,631.62 MU on 1 June 2026, running 3.1% below schedule as hydro lags
The Central Electricity Authority's All India Power Generation Overview for 1 June 2026 records actual generation of 4,631.62 MU against a programme of 4,778.20 MU from a monitored capacity of 3,10,773.79 MW. Thermal led with 4,058.92 MU, followed by hydro at 382.13 MU and nuclear at 182.99 MU. Cumulative generation since 1 April 2026 reached 2,84,528.90 MU, 1.94% below the programmed 2,90,143.20 MU.
8Thermal fleet runs at 87% stabilised availability on 1 June 2026; nuclear tops charts at 93%
The Central Electricity Authority's stabilised-capacity overview for 1 June 2026 shows India's thermal fleet with 2,29,901.56 MW stabilised and 2,00,242.05 MW online, an availability of 87.10%, while nuclear posted the strongest reading at 93.17% (8,180 MW online of 8,780 MW) and hydro stood at 80.14% (41,642.06 MW online of 51,964.66 MW). The report measures how much of each fuel type's stabilised capacity was available to the grid on the day.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8NTPC stations deliver 1,046.56 MU on 1 June 2026, just 1% short of programme
The Central Electricity Authority's NTPC Stations Generation Overview for 1 June 2026 reports actual generation of 1,046.56 MU against a programme of 1,047.58 MU, a deviation of just 1.02 MU, from monitored NTPC capacity of 60,007.23 MW of which 49,783.88 MW was available. Cumulatively since 1 April 2026, NTPC's stations generated 63,196.77 MU against the programmed 65,326.58 MU, a shortfall of 3.26%.
8India traded 1,53,619 MU of power in April 2026; Day-Ahead Market cleared at Rs. 3.88/kWh, says CEA
The Central Electricity Authority's Monthly Market Monitoring Report for April 2026 records total electricity transactions of 1,53,619 MU nationwide, of which 21,903 MU traded in the short-term market. The Day-Ahead Market cleared 4,736.85 MU at a weighted-average Rs. 3.88/kWh, the Real-Time Market 5,131.66 MU at Rs. 3.96/kWh, and the Term-Ahead Market 3,114.51 MU at Rs. 7.27/kWh, while the High-Price DAM saw just 2.99 MU clear at Rs. 19.13/kWh.
8India's power-plant coal stocks at 64% of norm on 1 June 2026, with 23 plants flagged critical
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Coal Stock Report as on 1 June 2026 shows monitored thermal capacity of 2,22,698 MW holding actual coal stocks of 48,923.5 thousand tonnes against a normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes — just 64% of the norm, equivalent to 24 days of cover at a daily requirement of 3,096.9 thousand tonnes. The fleet ran at a 72% plant load factor, with 23 plants classified as critical.
8CEA reservoir watch shows Hirakud and Indravati drawn down ahead of monsoon on 1 June 2026
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Report of Hydro Reservoir for 1 June 2026 tracks storage at major hydro reservoirs. Odisha's Hirakud stood at 183.93 m versus a full reservoir level of 192.02 m, Indravati at 630.51 m against FRL 641.84 m, and Rengali at 111.34 m against 123.44 m, while Manipur's Loktak held near full at 767.03 m, capturing pre-monsoon drawdown conditions heading into the monsoon season. Details
8Uttarakhand meets full 46.53 MU demand on 1 June 2026, drawing 34.30 MU from firm sources
The Uttarakhand Power Corporation Ltd's Actual Supply and Power Position for 1 June 2026 shows the State meeting its actual demand of 46.53 MU in full, with total availability of 46.53 MU made up of 34.30 MU from firm sources and 12.23 MU from other sources. State own generation contributed 13.58 MU and the central-share allocation stood at 20.72 MU.
8MahaTransco calls provisionally selected LDC (F&A) candidates for document verification
Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Co. Ltd (MahaTransco) issued a notification for document verification of provisionally selected candidates for the post of Lower Division Clerk (F&A), drawn from a provisional waiting list. The recruitment notice set out the verification process for candidates shortlisted for the finance-and-accounts clerical posts at the State transmission utility.
MNRE & BEE
8India generates 4,631.62 MU on 1 June 2026, running 3.1% below schedule as hydro lags
The Central Electricity Authority's All India Power Generation Overview for 1 June 2026 records actual generation of 4,631.62 MU against a programme of 4,778.20 MU from a monitored capacity of 3,10,773.79 MW. Thermal led with 4,058.92 MU, followed by hydro at 382.13 MU and nuclear at 182.99 MU. Cumulative generation since 1 April 2026 reached 2,84,528.90 MU, 1.94% below the programmed 2,90,143.20 MU.
8Thermal fleet runs at 87% stabilised availability on 1 June 2026; nuclear tops charts at 93%
The Central Electricity Authority's stabilised-capacity overview for 1 June 2026 shows India's thermal fleet with 2,29,901.56 MW stabilised and 2,00,242.05 MW online, an availability of 87.10%, while nuclear posted the strongest reading at 93.17% (8,180 MW online of 8,780 MW) and hydro stood at 80.14% (41,642.06 MW online of 51,964.66 MW). The report measures how much of each fuel type's stabilised capacity was available to the grid on the day.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8NTPC stations deliver 1,046.56 MU on 1 June 2026, just 1% short of programme
The Central Electricity Authority's NTPC Stations Generation Overview for 1 June 2026 reports actual generation of 1,046.56 MU against a programme of 1,047.58 MU, a deviation of just 1.02 MU, from monitored NTPC capacity of 60,007.23 MW of which 49,783.88 MW was available. Cumulatively since 1 April 2026, NTPC's stations generated 63,196.77 MU against the programmed 65,326.58 MU, a shortfall of 3.26%.
8India traded 1,53,619 MU of power in April 2026; Day-Ahead Market cleared at Rs. 3.88/kWh, says CEA
The Central Electricity Authority's Monthly Market Monitoring Report for April 2026 records total electricity transactions of 1,53,619 MU nationwide, of which 21,903 MU traded in the short-term market. The Day-Ahead Market cleared 4,736.85 MU at a weighted-average Rs. 3.88/kWh, the Real-Time Market 5,131.66 MU at Rs. 3.96/kWh, and the Term-Ahead Market 3,114.51 MU at Rs. 7.27/kWh, while the High-Price DAM saw just 2.99 MU clear at Rs. 19.13/kWh.
8India's power-plant coal stocks at 64% of norm on 1 June 2026, with 23 plants flagged critical
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Coal Stock Report as on 1 June 2026 shows monitored thermal capacity of 2,22,698 MW holding actual coal stocks of 48,923.5 thousand tonnes against a normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes — just 64% of the norm, equivalent to 24 days of cover at a daily requirement of 3,096.9 thousand tonnes. The fleet ran at a 72% plant load factor, with 23 plants classified as critical.
8CEA reservoir watch shows Hirakud and Indravati drawn down ahead of monsoon on 1 June 2026
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Report of Hydro Reservoir for 1 June 2026 tracks storage at major hydro reservoirs. Odisha's Hirakud stood at 183.93 m versus a full reservoir level of 192.02 m, Indravati at 630.51 m against FRL 641.84 m, and Rengali at 111.34 m against 123.44 m, while Manipur's Loktak held near full at 767.03 m, capturing pre-monsoon drawdown conditions heading into the monsoon season. Details
NEWS UPDATE: RENEWABLE ENERGY
Jun 03:
SOLAR POWER
8India's renewables feed 545.39 MU to the grid on 1 June 2026, solar leading at 333.71 MU
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Renewable Generation Report for 1 June 2026 records net renewable generation of 545.39 MU, comprising 333.71 MU from solar, 185.53 MU from wind and 26.15 MU from biomass and other sources. Rajasthan dominated with 226.45 MU (204.93 MU solar), while inter-state generating stations contributed 374.16 MU of renewable energy, including 15.52 MU from the NP Kunta solar park.
8IEX Green Day-Ahead Market averages Rs. 5,796.29/MWh on 2 June 2026, solar driving the cleared volume
The Indian Energy Exchange's Green Day-Ahead Market for delivery on 2 June 2026 cleared at an average market clearing price of Rs. 5,796.29/MWh, with average cleared volume of 1,153.39 MW split as 767.62 MW solar, 277.92 MW non-solar and 107.86 MW hydro. Over the week of 27 May to 3 June 2026, GDAM cleared a total of 2,48,041.03 MWh at a weighted-average price of approximately Rs. 3,935.68/MWh.
8IEX Green Term-Ahead Market clears 120 contracts on 2 June 2026; solar at Rs. 2,706/MWh, non-solar up to Rs. 10,000
Trade data at the Indian Energy Exchange shows the Green Term-Ahead Market clearing about 120 daily green contracts for delivery on 2 June 2026, with solar instruments settling at Rs. 2,706/MWh and non-solar contracts clearing as high as the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling. Per-contract volumes were small, underscoring thin but firmly priced green term trading on the exchange.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8MNRE updates approved list of wind models and manufacturers as on 2 June 2026
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy published an updated Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) for Wind as on 2 June 2026, enumerating eligible wind-turbine models along with manufacturer details, rotor diameters and licensing information. The revised list governs which models qualify for use in government-supported wind projects in India.
8NERPC Energy Account settles 985.72 MU for May 2026, Lower Subansiri's 1,000 MW leading at 495.14 MU
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee's Regional Energy Account for May 2026 settles ex-bus scheduled energy across 13 inter-State stations totalling about 985.72 MU. The 1,000 MW Subansiri (Lower) hydro project topped output with 495.14 MU scheduled, followed by the 600 MW Kameng hydro station at 244.14 MU and the 405 MW Ranganadi station at 98.98 MU (saleable 87.11 MU).
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8PXIL Real-Time Market clears 1,150 MWh at Rs. 10,000/MWh for 2 June 2026
Power Exchange India Limited's RTM Market Volume Profile Report shows 1,150.00 MWh cleared and fully scheduled for delivery on 2 June 2026 at the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, drawn from purchase bids of 10,675.00 MWh. The clearing was the strongest in the 27 May to 3 June 2026 window apart from 27 May's 8,750 MWh, with all matched volume settling at the ceiling price.
8HPX Real-Time Market manages just 5 MWh at Rs. 10,000/MWh on 2 June 2026
The Hindustan Power Exchange's Real-Time Market cleared a token 5.00 MWh for delivery on 2 June 2026 at the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, against purchase bids of 2,000.00 MWh, with a final scheduled volume of 5.00 MW after nil real-time curtailment loss. The negligible clearing across HPX's 15-minute data underscores the exchange's thin real-time liquidity on the day.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8MANOHAR LAL reviews Haryana power sector; smart-metering works to begin 31 August 2026
A Press Information Bureau release reported that Union Power Minister Shri Manohar Lal reviewed power-sector issues in Haryana and was informed the State is committed to commencing smart-metering works on the ground from 31 August 2026. He pressed for expeditious award of the works and emphasised a phased rollout of prepaid smart metering across the State.
8PSDF proposals under examination reach Rs. 29,162.85 crore as of 31 May 2026
The Power System Development Fund (PSDF) status report as on 31 May 2026 lists schemes submitted by entities and under examination, with proposals carrying a total revised estimated cost of about Rs. 29,162.85 crore. The list of proposals under examination spans approximately 70 schemes, including the establishment of a Next-Generation Security Operation Centre examined by the 95th TESG meeting.
8OHPC hydro stations deliver 17.7 MU at 737 MW average on 1 June 2026, led by Mukhiguda and Balimela
The Odisha Hydro Power Corporation's Daily Load Report for 1 June 2026 shows its hydro fleet generating a total of 17.7 MU at an average of 737.3 MW, led by Upper Indravati (Mukhiguda) at 296.38 MW/7.11 MU and Balimela at 228.21 MW/5.48 MU, followed by Upper Kolab (Bariniput) at 130.88 MW/3.14 MU. The Machkund station, under APGENCO control, contributed nil on the day.
8OHPC reservoir report shows Balimela and Mukhiguda holding above last year on 1 June 2026
The Odisha Hydro Power Corporation's Reservoir Generation Report for 1 June 2026 records reservoir levels and water utilisation across its stations alongside a total generation of 17.70 MU at 737.3 MW. Balimela stood at 1,472.3 ft against a full reservoir level of 1,516 ft, above last year's 1,459.8 ft, generating 5.477 MU, while Upper Indravati (Mukhiguda) at 630.43 m produced 7.113 MU.
8NERPC SCED account shows AGBPP refunding Rs. 3.45 crore to national pool for May 2026 on backed-down generation
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee's Security Constrained Economic Dispatch account for May 2026 records the AGBPP_APM generator largely on the receivable side of the National Pool, with month-total decremental schedules of 14,651.65 MWh against incremental 5,448.56 MWh and a net of about Rs. 3.45 crore receivable by the National Pool from the generator. Settlement applied a variable cost starting at 502.40 paise/unit early in the month. Details
8India's renewables feed 545.39 MU to the grid on 1 June 2026, solar leading at 333.71 MU
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Renewable Generation Report for 1 June 2026 records net renewable generation of 545.39 MU, comprising 333.71 MU from solar, 185.53 MU from wind and 26.15 MU from biomass and other sources. Rajasthan dominated with 226.45 MU (204.93 MU solar), while inter-state generating stations contributed 374.16 MU of renewable energy, including 15.52 MU from the NP Kunta solar park.
8IEX Green Day-Ahead Market averages Rs. 5,796.29/MWh on 2 June 2026, solar driving the cleared volume
The Indian Energy Exchange's Green Day-Ahead Market for delivery on 2 June 2026 cleared at an average market clearing price of Rs. 5,796.29/MWh, with average cleared volume of 1,153.39 MW split as 767.62 MW solar, 277.92 MW non-solar and 107.86 MW hydro. Over the week of 27 May to 3 June 2026, GDAM cleared a total of 2,48,041.03 MWh at a weighted-average price of approximately Rs. 3,935.68/MWh.
8IEX Green Term-Ahead Market clears 120 contracts on 2 June 2026; solar at Rs. 2,706/MWh, non-solar up to Rs. 10,000
Trade data at the Indian Energy Exchange shows the Green Term-Ahead Market clearing about 120 daily green contracts for delivery on 2 June 2026, with solar instruments settling at Rs. 2,706/MWh and non-solar contracts clearing as high as the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling. Per-contract volumes were small, underscoring thin but firmly priced green term trading on the exchange.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8MNRE updates approved list of wind models and manufacturers as on 2 June 2026
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy published an updated Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) for Wind as on 2 June 2026, enumerating eligible wind-turbine models along with manufacturer details, rotor diameters and licensing information. The revised list governs which models qualify for use in government-supported wind projects in India.
8NERPC Energy Account settles 985.72 MU for May 2026, Lower Subansiri's 1,000 MW leading at 495.14 MU
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee's Regional Energy Account for May 2026 settles ex-bus scheduled energy across 13 inter-State stations totalling about 985.72 MU. The 1,000 MW Subansiri (Lower) hydro project topped output with 495.14 MU scheduled, followed by the 600 MW Kameng hydro station at 244.14 MU and the 405 MW Ranganadi station at 98.98 MU (saleable 87.11 MU).
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8PXIL Real-Time Market clears 1,150 MWh at Rs. 10,000/MWh for 2 June 2026
Power Exchange India Limited's RTM Market Volume Profile Report shows 1,150.00 MWh cleared and fully scheduled for delivery on 2 June 2026 at the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, drawn from purchase bids of 10,675.00 MWh. The clearing was the strongest in the 27 May to 3 June 2026 window apart from 27 May's 8,750 MWh, with all matched volume settling at the ceiling price.
8HPX Real-Time Market manages just 5 MWh at Rs. 10,000/MWh on 2 June 2026
The Hindustan Power Exchange's Real-Time Market cleared a token 5.00 MWh for delivery on 2 June 2026 at the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, against purchase bids of 2,000.00 MWh, with a final scheduled volume of 5.00 MW after nil real-time curtailment loss. The negligible clearing across HPX's 15-minute data underscores the exchange's thin real-time liquidity on the day.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8MANOHAR LAL reviews Haryana power sector; smart-metering works to begin 31 August 2026
A Press Information Bureau release reported that Union Power Minister Shri Manohar Lal reviewed power-sector issues in Haryana and was informed the State is committed to commencing smart-metering works on the ground from 31 August 2026. He pressed for expeditious award of the works and emphasised a phased rollout of prepaid smart metering across the State.
8PSDF proposals under examination reach Rs. 29,162.85 crore as of 31 May 2026
The Power System Development Fund (PSDF) status report as on 31 May 2026 lists schemes submitted by entities and under examination, with proposals carrying a total revised estimated cost of about Rs. 29,162.85 crore. The list of proposals under examination spans approximately 70 schemes, including the establishment of a Next-Generation Security Operation Centre examined by the 95th TESG meeting.
8OHPC hydro stations deliver 17.7 MU at 737 MW average on 1 June 2026, led by Mukhiguda and Balimela
The Odisha Hydro Power Corporation's Daily Load Report for 1 June 2026 shows its hydro fleet generating a total of 17.7 MU at an average of 737.3 MW, led by Upper Indravati (Mukhiguda) at 296.38 MW/7.11 MU and Balimela at 228.21 MW/5.48 MU, followed by Upper Kolab (Bariniput) at 130.88 MW/3.14 MU. The Machkund station, under APGENCO control, contributed nil on the day.
8OHPC reservoir report shows Balimela and Mukhiguda holding above last year on 1 June 2026
The Odisha Hydro Power Corporation's Reservoir Generation Report for 1 June 2026 records reservoir levels and water utilisation across its stations alongside a total generation of 17.70 MU at 737.3 MW. Balimela stood at 1,472.3 ft against a full reservoir level of 1,516 ft, above last year's 1,459.8 ft, generating 5.477 MU, while Upper Indravati (Mukhiguda) at 630.43 m produced 7.113 MU.
8NERPC SCED account shows AGBPP refunding Rs. 3.45 crore to national pool for May 2026 on backed-down generation
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee's Security Constrained Economic Dispatch account for May 2026 records the AGBPP_APM generator largely on the receivable side of the National Pool, with month-total decremental schedules of 14,651.65 MWh against incremental 5,448.56 MWh and a net of about Rs. 3.45 crore receivable by the National Pool from the generator. Settlement applied a variable cost starting at 502.40 paise/unit early in the month. Details
NEWS UPDATE: PROJECT AWARDS & CAPACITY ADDITION
Jun 03:
WORK ORDERS & SUPPLY CONTRACTS
8Alfa Transformers bags Rs. 3 crore distribution-transformer supply contract running to May 2028
Alfa Transformers Limited secured a domestic contract for the supply of various capacities of distribution transformers valued at Rs. 3,00,43,019.93. The order, disclosed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR norms, is to be executed by 20 May 2028, giving the Odisha-based transformer maker a roughly two-year delivery runway for the distribution infrastructure supply.
8Meghalaya DISCOM to open financial bids on 5 June for AI WhatsApp chatbot and bulk-SMS billing integration
Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited announced that financial bid opening for an agency to provide a WhatsApp Business Messaging Solution, an AI-based WhatsApp chatbot, a Bulk SMS Gateway and integration with MePDCL's existing Billing and Consumer Management Systems will be held on 5 June 2026. The tender marks MePDCL's push toward digital, chatbot-driven consumer engagement.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8CleanMax and Gujarat Alkalies sign up 75.90 MW wind and 84.34 MWp solar hybrid to cut industrial emissions
CleanMax announced a partnership with Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Limited (GACL) to accelerate industrial decarbonisation through a 75.90 MW wind and 84.34 MWp solar hybrid power project. The tie-up will supply round-the-clock-leaning renewable power to GACL's operations in Gujarat, advancing the chemicals major's clean-energy transition through a long-term power supply arrangement.
8UPERC lists SEUPPTCL's COD-extension dispute with UP DISCOMs for final arguments on 23 July 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission recorded that pleadings are complete in South East U.P. Power Transmission Company Limited's petition seeking an extension of the Scheduled Commercial Operation Date under its Transmission Service Agreement dated 20 January 2012. The petition is contested against the four UP distribution companies along with UPPTCL and UPPCL, with the Commission listing the matter for final arguments on 23 July 2026.
8ERPC certifies Jindal India Power's 1,200 MW station at 1,103.40 MW declared capacity for May 2026
The Eastern Regional Power Committee certified the Declared Capacity of Jindal India Power Limited (JIPL) — an installed 1,200 MW station with 4.96% auxiliary consumption — for May 2026, verified by ERLDC. The daily DC stood at a steady 1,103.40 MW, split between beneficiaries BSPHCL (909.92 MW) and MPPMCL (193.48 MW), with agreed schedule matching declared capacity through the month.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8MNRE proposes one-time relief package for renewable LoAs stuck without PPAs within 12 months
MNRE's Office Memorandum of 25 May 2026 proposes a structured One-Time Relief Package for renewable-energy projects whose Letters of Award were not converted into PPAs within 12 months of LoA issuance. The proposed package operates across two broad tracks, offering graded time relief to affected developers and addressing the backlog of stranded awards in the renewables pipeline.
8Power Ministry's Consultative Committee lauds record 50 GW-plus renewable addition in a year
According to a Press Information Bureau release, the Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Power appreciated the integration of a record renewable capacity of more than 50 GW in a single year, along with the steps taken to absorb it into the grid. The meeting reviewed measures supporting India's clean-energy build-out and grid-integration efforts, marking a historic milestone in India's energy transition.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8Government launches NHPC Offer-for-Sale to pare stake, floor set for 6% equity with retail window on 3 June 2026
The Ministry of Power notified stock exchanges of an Offer for Sale of equity shares of NHPC Limited, under which the Government of India as promoter proposed to sell up to 60,27,02,088 shares — 6.00% of NHPC's paid-up equity capital — comprising a 3.00% base offer with an equal greenshoe option. The retail-investor window was scheduled for 3 June 2026, marking a fresh tranche of the Centre's disinvestment in the hydropower PSU.
8GMDC ties up with University of Cambridge to set up research collaboration
Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd (GMDC) announced a partnership with the University of Cambridge to establish a research collaboration. The state-run miner's disclosure under SEBI LODR signalled a push into advanced research tied to its minerals and energy interests, positioning the company towards future energy transition technologies.
8Solar Industries India to showcase at Morgan Stanley's India Investment Forum 2026
Solar Industries India Limited intimated the exchanges that it would participate in the India Investment Forum 2026 organised by Morgan Stanley. The explosives and defence major, which has significant energy sector adjacencies, made the disclosure under SEBI LODR Regulations ahead of the investor event expected to highlight its strategic growth agenda.
8CEA's LGBR 2026-27 projects 18,50,211 MU energy need and 2,69,277 MW peak, with surpluses of 2.5% and 4.1%
The Central Electricity Authority's Load Generation Balance Report 2026-27 anticipates an all-India energy requirement of 18,50,211 MU and peak demand of 2,69,277 MW for 2026-27, up 7.7% and 8.9% respectively over 2025-26. Factoring in planned capacity addition of 17,515 MW including 8,945 MW thermal and 6,370 MW hydro, the report projects the country will run surpluses of 2.5% in energy and 4.1% in peak terms for the year.
8Jaipur Discom adopts Rajasthan Finance Department's MACP clarification on APARs for financial upgradation
Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited's Chief Accounts Officer issued a clarification by which the Chairman and Managing Director adopted Rajasthan Finance Department Clarification No. F.15(88)Vitta/Niyam/2017 dated 5 May 2026, concerning the treatment of Annual Performance Appraisal Reports for financial upgradation under the Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP) scheme, circulated to zonal chief engineers across the Jaipur DISCOM. Details
8Alfa Transformers bags Rs. 3 crore distribution-transformer supply contract running to May 2028
Alfa Transformers Limited secured a domestic contract for the supply of various capacities of distribution transformers valued at Rs. 3,00,43,019.93. The order, disclosed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR norms, is to be executed by 20 May 2028, giving the Odisha-based transformer maker a roughly two-year delivery runway for the distribution infrastructure supply.
8Meghalaya DISCOM to open financial bids on 5 June for AI WhatsApp chatbot and bulk-SMS billing integration
Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited announced that financial bid opening for an agency to provide a WhatsApp Business Messaging Solution, an AI-based WhatsApp chatbot, a Bulk SMS Gateway and integration with MePDCL's existing Billing and Consumer Management Systems will be held on 5 June 2026. The tender marks MePDCL's push toward digital, chatbot-driven consumer engagement.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8CleanMax and Gujarat Alkalies sign up 75.90 MW wind and 84.34 MWp solar hybrid to cut industrial emissions
CleanMax announced a partnership with Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Limited (GACL) to accelerate industrial decarbonisation through a 75.90 MW wind and 84.34 MWp solar hybrid power project. The tie-up will supply round-the-clock-leaning renewable power to GACL's operations in Gujarat, advancing the chemicals major's clean-energy transition through a long-term power supply arrangement.
8UPERC lists SEUPPTCL's COD-extension dispute with UP DISCOMs for final arguments on 23 July 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission recorded that pleadings are complete in South East U.P. Power Transmission Company Limited's petition seeking an extension of the Scheduled Commercial Operation Date under its Transmission Service Agreement dated 20 January 2012. The petition is contested against the four UP distribution companies along with UPPTCL and UPPCL, with the Commission listing the matter for final arguments on 23 July 2026.
8ERPC certifies Jindal India Power's 1,200 MW station at 1,103.40 MW declared capacity for May 2026
The Eastern Regional Power Committee certified the Declared Capacity of Jindal India Power Limited (JIPL) — an installed 1,200 MW station with 4.96% auxiliary consumption — for May 2026, verified by ERLDC. The daily DC stood at a steady 1,103.40 MW, split between beneficiaries BSPHCL (909.92 MW) and MPPMCL (193.48 MW), with agreed schedule matching declared capacity through the month.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8MNRE proposes one-time relief package for renewable LoAs stuck without PPAs within 12 months
MNRE's Office Memorandum of 25 May 2026 proposes a structured One-Time Relief Package for renewable-energy projects whose Letters of Award were not converted into PPAs within 12 months of LoA issuance. The proposed package operates across two broad tracks, offering graded time relief to affected developers and addressing the backlog of stranded awards in the renewables pipeline.
8Power Ministry's Consultative Committee lauds record 50 GW-plus renewable addition in a year
According to a Press Information Bureau release, the Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Power appreciated the integration of a record renewable capacity of more than 50 GW in a single year, along with the steps taken to absorb it into the grid. The meeting reviewed measures supporting India's clean-energy build-out and grid-integration efforts, marking a historic milestone in India's energy transition.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8Government launches NHPC Offer-for-Sale to pare stake, floor set for 6% equity with retail window on 3 June 2026
The Ministry of Power notified stock exchanges of an Offer for Sale of equity shares of NHPC Limited, under which the Government of India as promoter proposed to sell up to 60,27,02,088 shares — 6.00% of NHPC's paid-up equity capital — comprising a 3.00% base offer with an equal greenshoe option. The retail-investor window was scheduled for 3 June 2026, marking a fresh tranche of the Centre's disinvestment in the hydropower PSU.
8GMDC ties up with University of Cambridge to set up research collaboration
Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd (GMDC) announced a partnership with the University of Cambridge to establish a research collaboration. The state-run miner's disclosure under SEBI LODR signalled a push into advanced research tied to its minerals and energy interests, positioning the company towards future energy transition technologies.
8Solar Industries India to showcase at Morgan Stanley's India Investment Forum 2026
Solar Industries India Limited intimated the exchanges that it would participate in the India Investment Forum 2026 organised by Morgan Stanley. The explosives and defence major, which has significant energy sector adjacencies, made the disclosure under SEBI LODR Regulations ahead of the investor event expected to highlight its strategic growth agenda.
8CEA's LGBR 2026-27 projects 18,50,211 MU energy need and 2,69,277 MW peak, with surpluses of 2.5% and 4.1%
The Central Electricity Authority's Load Generation Balance Report 2026-27 anticipates an all-India energy requirement of 18,50,211 MU and peak demand of 2,69,277 MW for 2026-27, up 7.7% and 8.9% respectively over 2025-26. Factoring in planned capacity addition of 17,515 MW including 8,945 MW thermal and 6,370 MW hydro, the report projects the country will run surpluses of 2.5% in energy and 4.1% in peak terms for the year.
8Jaipur Discom adopts Rajasthan Finance Department's MACP clarification on APARs for financial upgradation
Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited's Chief Accounts Officer issued a clarification by which the Chairman and Managing Director adopted Rajasthan Finance Department Clarification No. F.15(88)Vitta/Niyam/2017 dated 5 May 2026, concerning the treatment of Annual Performance Appraisal Reports for financial upgradation under the Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP) scheme, circulated to zonal chief engineers across the Jaipur DISCOM. Details
NEWS UPDATE: TARIFF & REGULATORY ORDERS
Jun 03:
COMMISSION ORDERS (CERC/SERC)
8CERC grants JSW Renew Energy 30-day lifeline to energise stranded 27 MW of Tamil Nadu wind project
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Petition No. 178/MP/2026 dated 2 June 2026, permitted JSW Renew Energy Ltd. a 30-day extension for injection of infirm power to complete PPC testing and commissioning of 10 wind turbine generators totalling 27 MW. The Commission condoned a 67-day filing delay, noting 162 MW of the 270 MW project was already commissioned, with a replacement sub-controller arriving only in January 2026.
8CERC throws out Jindal Steel's T-GNA plea on jurisdiction, routes Angul DISCOM-consent fight to Odisha regulator
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission rejected Jindal Steel Limited's challenge to TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited's insistence on DISCOM consent for Temporary General Network Access to its Angul plant for May 2026. The Commission held the dispute lies beyond its jurisdiction as JSL is an intra-State EHT consumer connected to Odisha's network, directing JSL to approach the State Commission.
8ReNew loses force majeure fight: CERC holds firm on transmission charges for 100 MW of delayed wind capacity
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission dismissed ReNew Wind Energy (AP2) and ReNew Power's bid to escape CTUIL transmission bills, ruling them liable for charges on 100 MW of LTA across two 50 MW tranches. CTUIL was upheld in bills raised for November 2020-October 2021, and directed to compute May 2019-October 2020 dues sequentially under the 2010 Sharing Regulations framework.
8Two-decade wait ends: CERC backs Lanco Kondapalli's Rs. 10.79 crore fuel-cost claim plus Rs. 10.91 crore interest
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission upheld Lanco Kondapalli Power Limited's entitlement to reimbursement of Rs. 10.79 crore in finance and procurement costs plus interest of Rs. 10.91 crore from its PPA of 31 March 1997 with the erstwhile APSEB. The Commission ruled that withholding payment for over two decades while enjoying electricity supplied would amount to unjust enrichment.
8TNERC clears TNPDCL FY 2024-25 true-up with Rs. 2,551 crore gap absorbed by Rs. 16,077 crore Tamil Nadu loss funding
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the True-Up of Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited for FY 2024-25, putting total revenue requirement at Rs. 1,02,832 crore including a Rs. 6,922 crore FY 2023-24 gap. After accounting for the Government of Tamil Nadu's loss funding of Rs. 16,077 crore, the net revenue gap of Rs. 2,551 crore will be adjusted against future loss funding rather than booked as a regulatory asset.
8TNGECL posts Rs. 269.86 crore surplus as TNERC approves Rs. 1,212.38 crore FY 2024-25 true-up despite Rs. 1,307 crore negative equity
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission trued up the FY 2024-25 accounts of Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited at an approved ARR of Rs. 1,212.38 crore against revenue from operations of Rs. 1,482.24 crore, leaving a revenue surplus of Rs. 269.86 crore. TNGECL argued it remains eligible to claim Return on Equity despite a net negative equity of Rs. 1,307 crore resulting from cumulative apportioned losses.
8TNPGCL generation arm books Rs. 1,747.16 crore surplus on Rs. 13,943.83 crore ARR in TNERC FY 2024-25 true-up
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the FY 2024-25 True-Up of Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Limited at an ARR of Rs. 13,943.83 crore against revenue from operations of Rs. 15,690.99 crore, yielding a surplus of Rs. 1,747.16 crore. The Commission directed TNPGCL to file final capital-cost petitions for MTPS Stage III and NCTPS Stage II within 90 days.
8TNERC true-up leaves Tamil Nadu SLDC with Rs. 28.55 crore cumulative surplus after FY 2022-23 gap of Rs. 14.55 crore
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the True-Up of the State Load Despatch Centre for FY 2022-23, adding a revenue gap of Rs. 14.55 crore to the previously approved cumulative surplus of Rs. 40.17 crore to arrive at a net cumulative surplus of Rs. 28.55 crore, inclusive of Rs. 2.93 crore holding cost. The Commission directed SLDC to submit segregated financials carved out from TANTRANSCO within three months.
8TANTRANSCO FY 2022-23 true-up trims cumulative deficit to Rs. 4,879.57 crore as TNERC approves Rs. 3,578.24 crore ARR
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the FY 2022-23 True-Up of Tamil Nadu Transmission Corporation Limited at a net ARR of Rs. 3,578.24 crore, recording a year surplus of Rs. 790.03 crore that pared the cumulative revenue deficit from Rs. 5,237.53 crore to Rs. 4,879.57 crore. The Commission flagged the statutory auditor's inability to verify a Capital Work in Progress balance exceeding Rs. 20,000 crore.
8UERC bars PTCUL from charging steelmaker for load hike, faults UPCL's Rs. 40,000 fee in Kashi Vishwanath case
The Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission held that PTCUL cannot levy connectivity, power-system-study or Technical Feasibility Report charges on an embedded EHV consumer seeking load enhancement. The case arose from M/s Kashi Vishwanath Steels Pvt. Ltd.'s request to raise its 132 kV load from 21,500 kVA by 12,000 kVA, with PTCUL demanding Rs. 1,00,000 in TFR charges and Rs. 5,00,000 in connectivity fees.
8UERC clears Rs. 120.89 crore revamp of UJVN's 30 MW Kulhal Hydro Project, half a century after it went live
The Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission granted in-principle approval to UJVN Ltd. for a capital investment of Rs. 120.89 crore towards renovation, modernization and upgrading of the 3 x 10 MW Kulhal Hydro Electric Project near the Asan Barrage, commissioned in 1975. The project is funded 30% by equity of Rs. 36.27 crore and 70% by loans, with a first-year cost of generation of Rs. 3.38/kWh.
OPEN ACCESS & WHEELING CHARGES
8BSES Yamuna computes 42.69% fuel surcharge for April 2026 but caps monthly FPPAS at 10% under amended Delhi rules
BSES Yamuna Power Limited informed DERC that its Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge for April 2026 works out to an effective 42.69% once a legacy 7.43% component equivalent to Rs. 512.14 crore from the FY 2021-22 ARR gap is added. Citing a base power-purchase cost of Rs. 3.58 per unit on 8,065.49 MU, BYPL stated it will levy only the regulation-capped 10% FPPAS from 1 June 2026.
8BESCOM issues May 2026 fuel and power purchase cost adjustment notification to Bengaluru consumers
Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited issued a circular dated 30 May 2026 regarding the Fuel and Power Purchase Cost Adjustment (FPPCA) charge applicable for May 2026. The notice, citing Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission orders of 21 October 2022 and 23 February 2023, sets out the FPPCA position and was circulated to BESCOM's zonal and divisional offices for implementation across its supply area.
8Karnataka power-purchase workbook shows 2,945 MU sourced via SLDC and 971 MU IEX sales, with Rs. 282.37 crore KPTCL transmission charge
A Karnataka power-purchase energy-accounting and FPPCA computation workbook records total energy purchased as per SLDC of 2,945.21 MU and sale of energy through IEX of 971.21 MU, with net energy of 4,827.89 MU and projected retail sales of 2,643.90 MU. Central generating-station energy at the KPTCL periphery stood at 934.20 MU, with KPTCL transmission charges of about Rs. 282.37 crore.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8UPERC summons UPPCL on 16 June 2026 over stalled recall plea in FY 2017-20 tariff order
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission directed U.P. Power Corporation Ltd. and its Regulatory Affairs Unit to appear for a hearing on 16 June 2026 on Petition No. 1323 of 2018, which seeks recall of the Commission's order concerning the MYT ARR and tariff for state DISCOMs for FY 2017-18 to FY 2019-20. The Commission noted no submission had been filed despite a four-week direction issued on 25 February 2026.
8UPERC gives UPSLDC two more months on PSDF-funded RTUs for 132 kV SCADA, quantity trimmed to 135 units
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission granted UPSLDC Ltd. a two-month extension to submit the Power System Development Fund Monitoring Committee's recommendation on revised rates and a reduced quantity of Remote Terminal Units, cut from 145 to 135 units owing to cost escalation. The RTUs are meant to enable SCADA data acquisition, grid control, load management and protection infrastructure at 132 kV substations.
8JERC floats draft transmission-licence conditions for Chandigarh's EWEDC, seeks comments by 26 June 2026
The Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission for the State of Goa and Union Territories issued a public notice publishing draft regulations for transmission licensing applicable to the Electricity Wing of Engineering Department of Union Territory of Chandigarh, inviting comments by 26 June 2026. The draft sets out specific licence conditions for EWEDC as a deemed transmission licensee and State Transmission Utility for Chandigarh.
8TNERC floats draft conventional generation tariff rules for 2027-32, pegs thermal Return on Equity at 14%
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission issued a draft notification publishing the TNERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Conventional Generation Tariff) Regulations, 2026, inviting objections by 17 June 2026. The framework covers the Control Period FY 2027-28 to FY 2031-32, sets a base Return on Equity of 14.00% per annum for thermal stations and 15.00% for storage-type hydro stations, on a normative 70:30 debt-equity structure. Details
8CERC grants JSW Renew Energy 30-day lifeline to energise stranded 27 MW of Tamil Nadu wind project
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Petition No. 178/MP/2026 dated 2 June 2026, permitted JSW Renew Energy Ltd. a 30-day extension for injection of infirm power to complete PPC testing and commissioning of 10 wind turbine generators totalling 27 MW. The Commission condoned a 67-day filing delay, noting 162 MW of the 270 MW project was already commissioned, with a replacement sub-controller arriving only in January 2026.
8CERC throws out Jindal Steel's T-GNA plea on jurisdiction, routes Angul DISCOM-consent fight to Odisha regulator
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission rejected Jindal Steel Limited's challenge to TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited's insistence on DISCOM consent for Temporary General Network Access to its Angul plant for May 2026. The Commission held the dispute lies beyond its jurisdiction as JSL is an intra-State EHT consumer connected to Odisha's network, directing JSL to approach the State Commission.
8ReNew loses force majeure fight: CERC holds firm on transmission charges for 100 MW of delayed wind capacity
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission dismissed ReNew Wind Energy (AP2) and ReNew Power's bid to escape CTUIL transmission bills, ruling them liable for charges on 100 MW of LTA across two 50 MW tranches. CTUIL was upheld in bills raised for November 2020-October 2021, and directed to compute May 2019-October 2020 dues sequentially under the 2010 Sharing Regulations framework.
8Two-decade wait ends: CERC backs Lanco Kondapalli's Rs. 10.79 crore fuel-cost claim plus Rs. 10.91 crore interest
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission upheld Lanco Kondapalli Power Limited's entitlement to reimbursement of Rs. 10.79 crore in finance and procurement costs plus interest of Rs. 10.91 crore from its PPA of 31 March 1997 with the erstwhile APSEB. The Commission ruled that withholding payment for over two decades while enjoying electricity supplied would amount to unjust enrichment.
8TNERC clears TNPDCL FY 2024-25 true-up with Rs. 2,551 crore gap absorbed by Rs. 16,077 crore Tamil Nadu loss funding
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the True-Up of Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited for FY 2024-25, putting total revenue requirement at Rs. 1,02,832 crore including a Rs. 6,922 crore FY 2023-24 gap. After accounting for the Government of Tamil Nadu's loss funding of Rs. 16,077 crore, the net revenue gap of Rs. 2,551 crore will be adjusted against future loss funding rather than booked as a regulatory asset.
8TNGECL posts Rs. 269.86 crore surplus as TNERC approves Rs. 1,212.38 crore FY 2024-25 true-up despite Rs. 1,307 crore negative equity
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission trued up the FY 2024-25 accounts of Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited at an approved ARR of Rs. 1,212.38 crore against revenue from operations of Rs. 1,482.24 crore, leaving a revenue surplus of Rs. 269.86 crore. TNGECL argued it remains eligible to claim Return on Equity despite a net negative equity of Rs. 1,307 crore resulting from cumulative apportioned losses.
8TNPGCL generation arm books Rs. 1,747.16 crore surplus on Rs. 13,943.83 crore ARR in TNERC FY 2024-25 true-up
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the FY 2024-25 True-Up of Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Limited at an ARR of Rs. 13,943.83 crore against revenue from operations of Rs. 15,690.99 crore, yielding a surplus of Rs. 1,747.16 crore. The Commission directed TNPGCL to file final capital-cost petitions for MTPS Stage III and NCTPS Stage II within 90 days.
8TNERC true-up leaves Tamil Nadu SLDC with Rs. 28.55 crore cumulative surplus after FY 2022-23 gap of Rs. 14.55 crore
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the True-Up of the State Load Despatch Centre for FY 2022-23, adding a revenue gap of Rs. 14.55 crore to the previously approved cumulative surplus of Rs. 40.17 crore to arrive at a net cumulative surplus of Rs. 28.55 crore, inclusive of Rs. 2.93 crore holding cost. The Commission directed SLDC to submit segregated financials carved out from TANTRANSCO within three months.
8TANTRANSCO FY 2022-23 true-up trims cumulative deficit to Rs. 4,879.57 crore as TNERC approves Rs. 3,578.24 crore ARR
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the FY 2022-23 True-Up of Tamil Nadu Transmission Corporation Limited at a net ARR of Rs. 3,578.24 crore, recording a year surplus of Rs. 790.03 crore that pared the cumulative revenue deficit from Rs. 5,237.53 crore to Rs. 4,879.57 crore. The Commission flagged the statutory auditor's inability to verify a Capital Work in Progress balance exceeding Rs. 20,000 crore.
8UERC bars PTCUL from charging steelmaker for load hike, faults UPCL's Rs. 40,000 fee in Kashi Vishwanath case
The Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission held that PTCUL cannot levy connectivity, power-system-study or Technical Feasibility Report charges on an embedded EHV consumer seeking load enhancement. The case arose from M/s Kashi Vishwanath Steels Pvt. Ltd.'s request to raise its 132 kV load from 21,500 kVA by 12,000 kVA, with PTCUL demanding Rs. 1,00,000 in TFR charges and Rs. 5,00,000 in connectivity fees.
8UERC clears Rs. 120.89 crore revamp of UJVN's 30 MW Kulhal Hydro Project, half a century after it went live
The Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission granted in-principle approval to UJVN Ltd. for a capital investment of Rs. 120.89 crore towards renovation, modernization and upgrading of the 3 x 10 MW Kulhal Hydro Electric Project near the Asan Barrage, commissioned in 1975. The project is funded 30% by equity of Rs. 36.27 crore and 70% by loans, with a first-year cost of generation of Rs. 3.38/kWh.
OPEN ACCESS & WHEELING CHARGES
8BSES Yamuna computes 42.69% fuel surcharge for April 2026 but caps monthly FPPAS at 10% under amended Delhi rules
BSES Yamuna Power Limited informed DERC that its Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge for April 2026 works out to an effective 42.69% once a legacy 7.43% component equivalent to Rs. 512.14 crore from the FY 2021-22 ARR gap is added. Citing a base power-purchase cost of Rs. 3.58 per unit on 8,065.49 MU, BYPL stated it will levy only the regulation-capped 10% FPPAS from 1 June 2026.
8BESCOM issues May 2026 fuel and power purchase cost adjustment notification to Bengaluru consumers
Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited issued a circular dated 30 May 2026 regarding the Fuel and Power Purchase Cost Adjustment (FPPCA) charge applicable for May 2026. The notice, citing Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission orders of 21 October 2022 and 23 February 2023, sets out the FPPCA position and was circulated to BESCOM's zonal and divisional offices for implementation across its supply area.
8Karnataka power-purchase workbook shows 2,945 MU sourced via SLDC and 971 MU IEX sales, with Rs. 282.37 crore KPTCL transmission charge
A Karnataka power-purchase energy-accounting and FPPCA computation workbook records total energy purchased as per SLDC of 2,945.21 MU and sale of energy through IEX of 971.21 MU, with net energy of 4,827.89 MU and projected retail sales of 2,643.90 MU. Central generating-station energy at the KPTCL periphery stood at 934.20 MU, with KPTCL transmission charges of about Rs. 282.37 crore.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8UPERC summons UPPCL on 16 June 2026 over stalled recall plea in FY 2017-20 tariff order
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission directed U.P. Power Corporation Ltd. and its Regulatory Affairs Unit to appear for a hearing on 16 June 2026 on Petition No. 1323 of 2018, which seeks recall of the Commission's order concerning the MYT ARR and tariff for state DISCOMs for FY 2017-18 to FY 2019-20. The Commission noted no submission had been filed despite a four-week direction issued on 25 February 2026.
8UPERC gives UPSLDC two more months on PSDF-funded RTUs for 132 kV SCADA, quantity trimmed to 135 units
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission granted UPSLDC Ltd. a two-month extension to submit the Power System Development Fund Monitoring Committee's recommendation on revised rates and a reduced quantity of Remote Terminal Units, cut from 145 to 135 units owing to cost escalation. The RTUs are meant to enable SCADA data acquisition, grid control, load management and protection infrastructure at 132 kV substations.
8JERC floats draft transmission-licence conditions for Chandigarh's EWEDC, seeks comments by 26 June 2026
The Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission for the State of Goa and Union Territories issued a public notice publishing draft regulations for transmission licensing applicable to the Electricity Wing of Engineering Department of Union Territory of Chandigarh, inviting comments by 26 June 2026. The draft sets out specific licence conditions for EWEDC as a deemed transmission licensee and State Transmission Utility for Chandigarh.
8TNERC floats draft conventional generation tariff rules for 2027-32, pegs thermal Return on Equity at 14%
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission issued a draft notification publishing the TNERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Conventional Generation Tariff) Regulations, 2026, inviting objections by 17 June 2026. The framework covers the Control Period FY 2027-28 to FY 2031-32, sets a base Return on Equity of 14.00% per annum for thermal stations and 15.00% for storage-type hydro stations, on a normative 70:30 debt-equity structure. Details
NEWS UPDATE: FINANCIAL RESULTS & CORPORATE PERFORMANCE
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QUARTERLY RESULTS
8Amara Raja Energy & Mobility posts Rs. 3,530 crore quarterly revenue, up 15%, with 92% from core battery business
Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Ltd reported quarterly revenue of approximately Rs. 3,530 crore for Q4 FY26, a growth of close to 15% over the prior year, with roughly 92% of revenue coming from its core lead-acid battery business. The disclosure under SEBI LODR detailed the company's Q4 performance and outlook as it scales its new-energy and lithium ventures.
8Inox Wind Group reports Rs. 1,306 crore revenue and Rs. 106 crore PAT, sits on a 3.1 GW order book
Inox Wind Limited reported consolidated revenue of Rs. 1,306 crore (flat year on year), EBITDA of Rs. 333 crore, profit before tax of Rs. 216 crore and PAT of Rs. 106 crore for FY26. The group flagged a robust order book of 3.1 GW providing execution visibility of more than 24 months, noting FY26 saw a record 6 GW of all-India wind capacity addition, and guided for 8-10 GW of annual additions targeting 14 GW cumulative by FY29.
8SolarWorld Energy's Q4 revenue triples to Rs. 591 crore on 235% surge; PAT at Rs. 49 crore
SolarWorld Energy Solutions Limited reported Q4 FY26 revenue from operations of Rs. 591 crore, a year-on-year growth of 235%, with EBITDA of Rs. 73 crore and PAT of Rs. 49 crore, a net margin of 8.1%. The company said it is targeting a 60:40 BESS-to-solar EPC revenue mix and pointed to India's solar capacity reaching around 348.57 GW by 2031.
8Taylormade Renewables closes FY26 with Rs. 48.42 crore revenue and Rs. 1.82 crore profit
Taylormade Renewables Limited announced its audited FY 2025-26 results, reporting consolidated revenue from operations of Rs. 48.42 crore and PAT of Rs. 1.82 crore. The company said execution strengthened across its renewable-energy and industrial-sustainability businesses during the year, marking a steady close to the financial year.
ANNUAL RESULTS
8Sarda Energy declares record 200% dividend as revenue doubles to Rs. 5,928 crore over five years
Sarda Energy & Minerals Ltd reported that over FY21 to FY26, revenue doubled at a 21% CAGR to approximately Rs. 5,928 crore, EBITDA tripled at a 25% CAGR to Rs. 2,025 crore, and PAT rose at a 24% CAGR to Rs. 1,109 crore. The board recommended a record 200% dividend, subject to shareholder approval, capping a strong year across its steel, ferro-alloys and power businesses.
8Solarium Green Energy reports 3-year revenue CAGR of 55% in new investor presentation
Solarium Green Energy Limited released an investor presentation highlighting a three-year revenue CAGR of approximately 55% and a three-year CAGR of 83% on a key earnings metric. The company also published the audio recording of its earnings call covering the half-year and full year ended 31 March 2026, reflecting strong growth momentum in its solar business.
DIVIDEND & BOARD DECISIONS
8Suzlon Energy touts 60% volume growth with EBITDA up 63% and consolidated PBT up 67% in Q4 FY26 call
Suzlon Energy Limited released the transcript of its Q4 FY26 earnings conference call in which management said the wind-turbine maker delivered on its commitment of approximately 60% volume growth, with overall EBITDA rising 63% and consolidated profit before tax climbing 67% year on year. The call detailed the company's order book and execution momentum across the financial year.
8PFC strikes off PFC Projects Ltd and three more wholly owned subsidiaries
Power Finance Corporation Ltd disclosed the strike-off and dissolution of PFC Projects Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary whose name and object clause had been amended in 2022, along with three other wholly owned subsidiary companies. PFC clarified that the subsidiaries being wound up were not material subsidiaries, marking a structural cleanup of the lender's group.
8Onix Solar Energy's rights issue fixes price at Rs. 51 a share to raise up to Rs. 60.17 crore
Onix Solar Energy Limited informed BSE that its Rights Issue Committee approved the issue of 1,17,97,736 fully paid-up equity shares of face value Rs. 10 each at Rs. 51 per share — a premium of Rs. 41 — on a rights basis, aggregating up to Rs. 60.17 crore. The outcome sets the terms for the solar company's rights offering to existing shareholders.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Adani Power pitches itself as India's largest private base-load generator with 23,720 MW operating capacity
Adani Power Limited circulated its June 2026 investor presentation, positioning itself as India's largest private base-load and thermal IPP with an operating capacity of about 23,720 MW, up 10% year on year. The deck framed the opportunity against an Indian installed capacity projected to grow at an 11% CAGR to around 1,000 GW by FY32, with 80 GW of additional coal capacity required by FY32.
8NLC India releases transcript of 27 May 2026 institutional investors meet
NLC India Limited, the Navratna lignite-and-power PSU, filed the transcript of its institutional investors' meet held on 27 May 2026 in compliance with SEBI LODR regulations. The disclosure makes public management's interactions with institutional investors on the Chennai-headquartered company's mining and generation operations, financials and outlook.
8CG Power schedules round of analyst and institutional investor meetings
CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited intimated the exchanges of a schedule of meetings with analysts and institutional investors, filed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015. The Mumbai-headquartered electrical-equipment maker made the disclosure ahead of its planned investor interactions across its power and industrial segments.
8Hitachi Energy India flags schedule of analyst and institutional investor meetings
Hitachi Energy India Limited notified BSE and NSE of its schedule of analyst and institutional investor meetings, as required under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015. The power-grid technology company's intimation set out its planned investor engagements for the period ahead.
8V. Packirisamy takes charge as PFC's Director (Commercial) on Power Ministry order
Power Finance Corporation Ltd disclosed that Shri V. Packirisamy (DIN 08910218) had assumed charge as Director (Commercial) of the company, pursuant to an order of the Ministry of Power, Government of India. The leadership appointment at the state-run power-sector lender was notified under the SEBI LODR Regulations.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICICI Securities stays 'Buy' on Apar Industries with Rs. 14,800 target, eyeing 16% upside
ICICI Securities maintained a 'Buy' on Apar Industries Ltd with a revised target price of Rs. 14,800 (up from Rs. 12,750) against a current market price of Rs. 12,801, implying about 16% upside. The brokerage's call on the conductors, cables and specialty-oils maker reflected confidence in its order book and export-led growth trajectory.
8ICICI Securities downgrades Siemens to 'Hold' at Rs. 4,190 target as near-term headwinds bite
ICICI Securities rated Siemens Ltd a 'Hold' with a 12-month target price of Rs. 4,190 against a current market price of Rs. 3,750, implying about 12% upside. While arguing the long-term growth story remains intact, the brokerage flagged near-term headwinds for the electrical-and-automation major over its 12-month horizon.
8CARE keeps Ajanta Energy's Rs. 20.18 crore bank facilities at 'CARE B; Stable', flags non-cooperation
CARE Ratings noted that the rating on Ajanta Energy Private Limited's long-term bank facilities of Rs. 20.18 crore continues in the 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category at 'CARE B; Stable'. The rating, earlier downgraded per a CARE press release of 15 April 2025, persists on a non-cooperation basis owing to inadequate information from the Ajanta-Oreva Group company based in Morbi, Gujarat.
8Research note maps Rosatom's rise: 34 reactors, 28 GW at home and a push toward 47 GW
A June 2026 insight report on Rosatom details how Russia's nuclear sector operates 34 reactors with a combined 28 GW of capacity, against an aspiration to reach roughly 47 GW. The analysis notes this would require approximately 20 GW of new capacity with a minimum of 6 GW needing replacement by 2042, even as Rosatom leverages overseas reactor exports to extend Russian geopolitical influence.
8G R Infraprojects discloses Rs. 48.38 crore share transaction under SEBI takeover code
G R Infraprojects Limited made a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, reporting a transaction amounting to Rs. 48.38 crore. The filing to BSE and NSE recorded the change in shareholding as required under the takeover code.
8Anzen InvIT lifts AUM to Rs. 39 billion after acquiring 980-ckm Kudgi transmission line
Anzen India Energy Yield Plus Trust released its Q4 FY26 investor presentation showing assets under management of about Rs. 39 billion as of March 2026. Its portfolio spans the Sigma cluster of 12 solar projects totalling about 816 MWp and Kudgi Transmission Limited, a roughly 980-ckm transmission asset acquired on 20 May 2026 with an enterprise value of about Rs. 20.7 billion. Details
8Amara Raja Energy & Mobility posts Rs. 3,530 crore quarterly revenue, up 15%, with 92% from core battery business
Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Ltd reported quarterly revenue of approximately Rs. 3,530 crore for Q4 FY26, a growth of close to 15% over the prior year, with roughly 92% of revenue coming from its core lead-acid battery business. The disclosure under SEBI LODR detailed the company's Q4 performance and outlook as it scales its new-energy and lithium ventures.
8Inox Wind Group reports Rs. 1,306 crore revenue and Rs. 106 crore PAT, sits on a 3.1 GW order book
Inox Wind Limited reported consolidated revenue of Rs. 1,306 crore (flat year on year), EBITDA of Rs. 333 crore, profit before tax of Rs. 216 crore and PAT of Rs. 106 crore for FY26. The group flagged a robust order book of 3.1 GW providing execution visibility of more than 24 months, noting FY26 saw a record 6 GW of all-India wind capacity addition, and guided for 8-10 GW of annual additions targeting 14 GW cumulative by FY29.
8SolarWorld Energy's Q4 revenue triples to Rs. 591 crore on 235% surge; PAT at Rs. 49 crore
SolarWorld Energy Solutions Limited reported Q4 FY26 revenue from operations of Rs. 591 crore, a year-on-year growth of 235%, with EBITDA of Rs. 73 crore and PAT of Rs. 49 crore, a net margin of 8.1%. The company said it is targeting a 60:40 BESS-to-solar EPC revenue mix and pointed to India's solar capacity reaching around 348.57 GW by 2031.
8Taylormade Renewables closes FY26 with Rs. 48.42 crore revenue and Rs. 1.82 crore profit
Taylormade Renewables Limited announced its audited FY 2025-26 results, reporting consolidated revenue from operations of Rs. 48.42 crore and PAT of Rs. 1.82 crore. The company said execution strengthened across its renewable-energy and industrial-sustainability businesses during the year, marking a steady close to the financial year.
ANNUAL RESULTS
8Sarda Energy declares record 200% dividend as revenue doubles to Rs. 5,928 crore over five years
Sarda Energy & Minerals Ltd reported that over FY21 to FY26, revenue doubled at a 21% CAGR to approximately Rs. 5,928 crore, EBITDA tripled at a 25% CAGR to Rs. 2,025 crore, and PAT rose at a 24% CAGR to Rs. 1,109 crore. The board recommended a record 200% dividend, subject to shareholder approval, capping a strong year across its steel, ferro-alloys and power businesses.
8Solarium Green Energy reports 3-year revenue CAGR of 55% in new investor presentation
Solarium Green Energy Limited released an investor presentation highlighting a three-year revenue CAGR of approximately 55% and a three-year CAGR of 83% on a key earnings metric. The company also published the audio recording of its earnings call covering the half-year and full year ended 31 March 2026, reflecting strong growth momentum in its solar business.
DIVIDEND & BOARD DECISIONS
8Suzlon Energy touts 60% volume growth with EBITDA up 63% and consolidated PBT up 67% in Q4 FY26 call
Suzlon Energy Limited released the transcript of its Q4 FY26 earnings conference call in which management said the wind-turbine maker delivered on its commitment of approximately 60% volume growth, with overall EBITDA rising 63% and consolidated profit before tax climbing 67% year on year. The call detailed the company's order book and execution momentum across the financial year.
8PFC strikes off PFC Projects Ltd and three more wholly owned subsidiaries
Power Finance Corporation Ltd disclosed the strike-off and dissolution of PFC Projects Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary whose name and object clause had been amended in 2022, along with three other wholly owned subsidiary companies. PFC clarified that the subsidiaries being wound up were not material subsidiaries, marking a structural cleanup of the lender's group.
8Onix Solar Energy's rights issue fixes price at Rs. 51 a share to raise up to Rs. 60.17 crore
Onix Solar Energy Limited informed BSE that its Rights Issue Committee approved the issue of 1,17,97,736 fully paid-up equity shares of face value Rs. 10 each at Rs. 51 per share — a premium of Rs. 41 — on a rights basis, aggregating up to Rs. 60.17 crore. The outcome sets the terms for the solar company's rights offering to existing shareholders.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Adani Power pitches itself as India's largest private base-load generator with 23,720 MW operating capacity
Adani Power Limited circulated its June 2026 investor presentation, positioning itself as India's largest private base-load and thermal IPP with an operating capacity of about 23,720 MW, up 10% year on year. The deck framed the opportunity against an Indian installed capacity projected to grow at an 11% CAGR to around 1,000 GW by FY32, with 80 GW of additional coal capacity required by FY32.
8NLC India releases transcript of 27 May 2026 institutional investors meet
NLC India Limited, the Navratna lignite-and-power PSU, filed the transcript of its institutional investors' meet held on 27 May 2026 in compliance with SEBI LODR regulations. The disclosure makes public management's interactions with institutional investors on the Chennai-headquartered company's mining and generation operations, financials and outlook.
8CG Power schedules round of analyst and institutional investor meetings
CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited intimated the exchanges of a schedule of meetings with analysts and institutional investors, filed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015. The Mumbai-headquartered electrical-equipment maker made the disclosure ahead of its planned investor interactions across its power and industrial segments.
8Hitachi Energy India flags schedule of analyst and institutional investor meetings
Hitachi Energy India Limited notified BSE and NSE of its schedule of analyst and institutional investor meetings, as required under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015. The power-grid technology company's intimation set out its planned investor engagements for the period ahead.
8V. Packirisamy takes charge as PFC's Director (Commercial) on Power Ministry order
Power Finance Corporation Ltd disclosed that Shri V. Packirisamy (DIN 08910218) had assumed charge as Director (Commercial) of the company, pursuant to an order of the Ministry of Power, Government of India. The leadership appointment at the state-run power-sector lender was notified under the SEBI LODR Regulations.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICICI Securities stays 'Buy' on Apar Industries with Rs. 14,800 target, eyeing 16% upside
ICICI Securities maintained a 'Buy' on Apar Industries Ltd with a revised target price of Rs. 14,800 (up from Rs. 12,750) against a current market price of Rs. 12,801, implying about 16% upside. The brokerage's call on the conductors, cables and specialty-oils maker reflected confidence in its order book and export-led growth trajectory.
8ICICI Securities downgrades Siemens to 'Hold' at Rs. 4,190 target as near-term headwinds bite
ICICI Securities rated Siemens Ltd a 'Hold' with a 12-month target price of Rs. 4,190 against a current market price of Rs. 3,750, implying about 12% upside. While arguing the long-term growth story remains intact, the brokerage flagged near-term headwinds for the electrical-and-automation major over its 12-month horizon.
8CARE keeps Ajanta Energy's Rs. 20.18 crore bank facilities at 'CARE B; Stable', flags non-cooperation
CARE Ratings noted that the rating on Ajanta Energy Private Limited's long-term bank facilities of Rs. 20.18 crore continues in the 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category at 'CARE B; Stable'. The rating, earlier downgraded per a CARE press release of 15 April 2025, persists on a non-cooperation basis owing to inadequate information from the Ajanta-Oreva Group company based in Morbi, Gujarat.
8Research note maps Rosatom's rise: 34 reactors, 28 GW at home and a push toward 47 GW
A June 2026 insight report on Rosatom details how Russia's nuclear sector operates 34 reactors with a combined 28 GW of capacity, against an aspiration to reach roughly 47 GW. The analysis notes this would require approximately 20 GW of new capacity with a minimum of 6 GW needing replacement by 2042, even as Rosatom leverages overseas reactor exports to extend Russian geopolitical influence.
8G R Infraprojects discloses Rs. 48.38 crore share transaction under SEBI takeover code
G R Infraprojects Limited made a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, reporting a transaction amounting to Rs. 48.38 crore. The filing to BSE and NSE recorded the change in shareholding as required under the takeover code.
8Anzen InvIT lifts AUM to Rs. 39 billion after acquiring 980-ckm Kudgi transmission line
Anzen India Energy Yield Plus Trust released its Q4 FY26 investor presentation showing assets under management of about Rs. 39 billion as of March 2026. Its portfolio spans the Sigma cluster of 12 solar projects totalling about 816 MWp and Kudgi Transmission Limited, a roughly 980-ckm transmission asset acquired on 20 May 2026 with an enterprise value of about Rs. 20.7 billion. Details
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8Tender for patch work and potholes filling work Details
8Tender for works contract for day to day preventive and breakdown maintenance including emergency breakdowns at night in 400kV,230kV and 110kV lines Details
8Tender for fabrication, galvanizing, testing and supply of tower structures Details
8Tender for supply of spares of HP and LP pilot valve and servo assembly of TDBFP drive turbine Details
8Tender for supply of various consumable lighting material Details
8Tender for work of leak sealing of penthouse & APH center section Details
8Tender for supply of LT cable Details
8Tender for supply of various consumable items Details
8Tender for work of chemical dissolving/preparation, material shifting, various sample collection, assist operational activities and other miscellaneous job Details
8Tender for procurement of backup and distance protection relays Details
8Tender for create 33 kV bay for feeding 33 kV S/Stn Details
8Tender for ETC of dust suppression cum mist sprinkling system Details
8Tender for procurement of main turbine condenser vacuum pump motor Details
8Tender for deployment of hydraulic excavators Details
8Tender for service contract for supply and apply of paint of 4x200 MW and 2x500 MW boilers Details
8Tender for raising of ash dyke Details
8Tender for contract for supply and application of paint on steel structures of boilers and its auxiliaries Details
8Tender for material handling and job contract Details
8Design, supply, installation and commissioning of 2KW, 5KW and 10KW on-grid rooftop SPV power plant Details
8Design, supply, installation and commissioning of 200 KW capacity on-grid rooftop SPV power plant Details
8Tender for supply of abrasion resistance steel plates, martensitic steel plates Details
8Tender for replacement of 33 kV GIS C.T. at 132 kV S/S Details
8Tender for work of design, fabrication, supply, erection and installation of heavy-duty storage racks Details
8Tender for supply and retrofitment of isolators Details
8Tender for supply and installation of 03 nos hydrant valves along with its accessories Details
8Tender for installation of additional shield wire earthing Details
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of total of solar street lights Details
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of total of 18-WATT solar LED street lighting system Details
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of total 40 KW grid connected solar PV power plant Details
8Tender for modification work for height raising of 220 kV DC line Details
8Tender for supply of belt scrapper Details
8Tender for work of overhauling, servicing & repairing of air preheater and its connected system Details
8Tender for installation of single sided W metal beam crush barrier along Details
8Tender for replacement of tension disc insulator strings at the tension towers Details
8Tender for R&M work (premansoon), water proofing of roofs Details
8Tender for R&M work (premansoon), water proofing of roofs and other civil work Details
8Tender for create 33 kV bay for feeding 33 kV S/Stn. Details
8Tender for procurement of LP water pump Details
8Tender for replacing of hume pipe Details
8Tender for supply of T.C. fuse wire 14, 16, 18 & 20 SWG Details
8Tender for work contract of transportation of the ash from ash dyke-II Details
8Tender for procurement of complete assembly of shanthi make gear box installed Details
8Tender for work contract for watch ward and complaint/store attendant at various civil Details
8Tender for strengthening work at intake canal and return canal Details
8Tender for augmentation of 12.5/16MVA 66/11kV TF with 25/31.5MVA 66/11kV TF at 66kV S/Stn. Details
8Tender for supply of coal mill feeder spares Details
8Tender for civil maintenance work Details
8Tender for trans-grid downstream work-bay extension of 110 kV substation Details
8Tender for procurement of 8000 Nos., ISI marked, 11/0.433kV, three phase, 40 KVA, 50 cycles, outdoor type, oil immersed, stack/wound core, aluminium wound, CRGO/amorphous core DTs Details
8Tender for supply/delivery and installation of 13no. 2 ton split ACs for various 220kV substations Details
8Tender for supply of 11kV aluminium conductor Details
8Tender for supply of ungalvanised 42 long 33 kV double circuit lattice structure Details
8Tender for const. of 33kv S/s Details
8Tender for supply of spares of double stage helical speed reducer gearbox size Details
8Tender for requirement of spare for blowers installed Details
8Tender for supply of hydraulic spares of side arm chargers and wagon tipplers Details
8Tender for supply of 220kV CVTs and CTs with standard accessories and fittings matching Details
8Tender for supply of various types of CS fins and shielding of 250 MW boilers Details
8Tender for procurement of spares of Emersona make pH, dissolve oxygen, conductivity and turbidity analyzers installed Details
8Tender for supply of submersible slurry pump capacity of 30KW Details
8Tender for supply and ETC of water cooled chiller plant along with screw compressor Details
8Tender for supply of railway track material for private siding and marshalling yard Details
8Tender for supply of seal water pump (motor capacity 30KW) Details
8Tender for supply of spares of air dryer plant for compressed air system Details
8Tender for supply of 3 phase, 415V LT motors Details
8Tender for supply of portable and trolley mounted fire- extinguisher of different capacities Details
8Tender for supply of conveyor carrying idler frame and carrying idler frame Details
8Tender for biennial rate contract to replace high pressure valves tubes bend and reducers Details
8Tender for service contract for repairing of air/flue gas duct, pipe line Details
8Tender for supply and delivery of heat shrink straight through jointing kit Details
8Tender for work of repair, maintenance and annual maintenance contract (AMC) of 33 kV CB and CR panels Details
8Tender for work of replacement of damaged spare parts, repair, testing and monthly maintenance of 11 kV circuit breakers installed Details
8Tender for supply of neutral bushing for BHEL & ABB make converter transformer Details
8Tender for work of conversion of SSN to DSN & STN to DTN for lines crossing Details
8Tender for annual maintenance contract for various transformers / ICTs related work Details
8Tender for supply of 33kV potential transformers PT Details
8Tender for work of weed control chemical treatment & rodent control treatment Details
8Tender for supply of 33kV current transformers (CT) Details
8Tender for supply of 33kV vacuum circuit breaker Details
8Tender for providing additional 1x50 MVA,l32/33kV T/F along Details
8Tender for repair & maintenance of RCC compound wall Details
8Tender for work of installation of 1X125MVAR 400kV bus shunt reactor with allied bay equipment Details
8Tender for work for construction (including supply and ETC) of 33 kV bays to feed supply Details
8Tender for providing & laying prestressed cable trench covers along with rising of cable trench & misc. civil work Details
8Tender for supply & installation of passive fire protection advanced cable transit system Details
8Tender for AMC for the work of attending routine / breakdown maintenance of 400kV lines Details
8Tender for augmentation of substation by providing additional 1x50MVA, 132/33kV TF Details
8Tender for work of replacement of old and deteriorated 33kV current transformers Details
8Tender for work of annual maintenance contract (AMC) for servicing repairing and maintenance for 145kV circuit breaker Details
8Tender for work contract for routine, preventive & breakdown maintenance of instrumentation of instrument Details
8Tender for job work of phased array ultrasonic testing (PAUT) in all four unit Details
8Design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning including dismantling, replacement of control and relay panel for 66kV line feeder & transformer feeder Details
8Tender for repair, maintenance, and installation of plant/ systems/equipments Details
8Tender for construction of RCC cable trench for laying of 66kV type-5 UG cable Details
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8Gaining Momentum: Green hydrogen emerges as a key pillar of India’s energy transition Details
8Villages as the anchor of India’s clean energy shift Details
8Karnataka targets 6.1 GW wind power capacity by 2030, survey on Details
8Coal Minister reviews Mahanadi Coalfields’ performance Details
8India’s top coal miner cuts output as energy market diversifies Details
8Making solar adoption routine, not exceptional for MSMEs Details
8Hinduja Renewables secures solar PPAs with Höganäs, Hirschvogel Components Details
8NTPC Green Issues EPC Tender To Build 3,300 MWh BESS Project At Khavda Solar Park Details
8Avaada Secures USD 950 Million Financing for Renewable Energy Projects in Rajasthan and Gujarat Details
8Servotech Renewable signs Rs 400 crore Haryana expansion pact Details
8The Industry Needs a Wake-Up Call': Hartek CEO on Grid Expansion Details
8Rooftop solar panels may get costlier with new government rules: How will it impact the existing users Details
8Odisha Bags PM Surya Ghar Excellence Award; CM Majhi Vows Further Solar Energy Expansion Details
8Scheduling discipline at a judicial crossroads: India’s evolving deviation settlement mechanism Details
8Manohar Lal Reviews Haryana Power Sector Performance, Pushes Smart Meter Rollout Details
8Tata Power bets on local talent ecosystems to power India's energy transition Details
8India’s power paradox: Why power prices crashed even as India’s electricity demand surged Details
8Fuelled by solar, India’s power capacity to double Details
8Kerala Power Minister seeks public suggestions to boost electricity sector Details
8Heatwaves, urbanisation drive record power demand, reshape energy planning Details
8Dee Development gains after securing contract worth Rs 206.55 from Maharatna PSU firm Details
8Haryana to roll out smart metering from August 31 Details
8Power Grid: Manohar Lal Chairs Key Meeting Details
8V Packirisamy Appointed Director at PFC Details
8Myanmar Accelerates Solar and Renewable Energy Transition Through Advanced Power System Training and Grid Modernization Initiative Details
8The Industry Needs a Wake-Up Call': Hartek CEO on Grid Expansion Details
8PFC Appoints V. Packirisamy as Director (Commercial) to Boost Power Sector Financing and Growth Details
8Gujarat Leads India in Electricity Production: UP Fails to Make Top 5 List Details
8Adani Power Limited Investor Presentation for June 2026 Outlines Growth Strategy Details
8India’s Leap to 50 GW Renewable Capacity Details
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8Tender for patch work and potholes filling work Details
8Tender for works contract for day to day preventive and breakdown maintenance including emergency breakdowns at night in 400kV,230kV and 110kV lines Details
8Tender for fabrication, galvanizing, testing and supply of tower structures Details
8Tender for supply of spares of HP and LP pilot valve and servo assembly of TDBFP drive turbine Details
8Tender for supply of various consumable lighting material Details
8Tender for work of leak sealing of penthouse & APH center section Details
8Tender for supply of LT cable Details
8Tender for supply of various consumable items Details
8Tender for work of chemical dissolving/preparation, material shifting, various sample collection, assist operational activities and other miscellaneous job Details
8Tender for procurement of backup and distance protection relays Details
8Tender for create 33 kV bay for feeding 33 kV S/Stn Details
8Tender for ETC of dust suppression cum mist sprinkling system Details
8Tender for procurement of main turbine condenser vacuum pump motor Details
8Tender for deployment of hydraulic excavators Details
8Tender for service contract for supply and apply of paint of 4x200 MW and 2x500 MW boilers Details
8Tender for raising of ash dyke Details
8Tender for contract for supply and application of paint on steel structures of boilers and its auxiliaries Details
8Tender for material handling and job contract Details
8Design, supply, installation and commissioning of 2KW, 5KW and 10KW on-grid rooftop SPV power plant Details
8Design, supply, installation and commissioning of 200 KW capacity on-grid rooftop SPV power plant Details
8Tender for supply of abrasion resistance steel plates, martensitic steel plates Details
8Tender for replacement of 33 kV GIS C.T. at 132 kV S/S Details
8Tender for work of design, fabrication, supply, erection and installation of heavy-duty storage racks Details
8Tender for supply and retrofitment of isolators Details
8Tender for supply and installation of 03 nos hydrant valves along with its accessories Details
8Tender for installation of additional shield wire earthing Details
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of total of solar street lights Details
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of total of 18-WATT solar LED street lighting system Details
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of total 40 KW grid connected solar PV power plant Details
8Tender for modification work for height raising of 220 kV DC line Details
8Tender for supply of belt scrapper Details
8Tender for work of overhauling, servicing & repairing of air preheater and its connected system Details
8Tender for installation of single sided W metal beam crush barrier along Details
8Tender for replacement of tension disc insulator strings at the tension towers Details
8Tender for R&M work (premansoon), water proofing of roofs Details
8Tender for R&M work (premansoon), water proofing of roofs and other civil work Details
8Tender for create 33 kV bay for feeding 33 kV S/Stn. Details
8Tender for procurement of LP water pump Details
8Tender for replacing of hume pipe Details
8Tender for supply of T.C. fuse wire 14, 16, 18 & 20 SWG Details
8Tender for work contract of transportation of the ash from ash dyke-II Details
8Tender for procurement of complete assembly of shanthi make gear box installed Details
8Tender for work contract for watch ward and complaint/store attendant at various civil Details
8Tender for strengthening work at intake canal and return canal Details
8Tender for augmentation of 12.5/16MVA 66/11kV TF with 25/31.5MVA 66/11kV TF at 66kV S/Stn. Details
8Tender for supply of coal mill feeder spares Details
8Tender for civil maintenance work Details
8Tender for trans-grid downstream work-bay extension of 110 kV substation Details
8Tender for procurement of 8000 Nos., ISI marked, 11/0.433kV, three phase, 40 KVA, 50 cycles, outdoor type, oil immersed, stack/wound core, aluminium wound, CRGO/amorphous core DTs Details
8Tender for supply/delivery and installation of 13no. 2 ton split ACs for various 220kV substations Details
8Tender for supply of 11kV aluminium conductor Details
8Tender for supply of ungalvanised 42 long 33 kV double circuit lattice structure Details
8Tender for const. of 33kv S/s Details
8Tender for supply of spares of double stage helical speed reducer gearbox size Details
8Tender for requirement of spare for blowers installed Details
8Tender for supply of hydraulic spares of side arm chargers and wagon tipplers Details
8Tender for supply of 220kV CVTs and CTs with standard accessories and fittings matching Details
8Tender for supply of various types of CS fins and shielding of 250 MW boilers Details
8Tender for procurement of spares of Emersona make pH, dissolve oxygen, conductivity and turbidity analyzers installed Details
8Tender for supply of submersible slurry pump capacity of 30KW Details
8Tender for supply and ETC of water cooled chiller plant along with screw compressor Details
8Tender for supply of railway track material for private siding and marshalling yard Details
8Tender for supply of seal water pump (motor capacity 30KW) Details
8Tender for supply of spares of air dryer plant for compressed air system Details
8Tender for supply of 3 phase, 415V LT motors Details
8Tender for supply of portable and trolley mounted fire- extinguisher of different capacities Details
8Tender for supply of conveyor carrying idler frame and carrying idler frame Details
8Tender for biennial rate contract to replace high pressure valves tubes bend and reducers Details
8Tender for service contract for repairing of air/flue gas duct, pipe line Details
8Tender for supply and delivery of heat shrink straight through jointing kit Details
8Tender for work of repair, maintenance and annual maintenance contract (AMC) of 33 kV CB and CR panels Details
8Tender for work of replacement of damaged spare parts, repair, testing and monthly maintenance of 11 kV circuit breakers installed Details
8Tender for supply of neutral bushing for BHEL & ABB make converter transformer Details
8Tender for work of conversion of SSN to DSN & STN to DTN for lines crossing Details
8Tender for annual maintenance contract for various transformers / ICTs related work Details
8Tender for supply of 33kV potential transformers PT Details
8Tender for work of weed control chemical treatment & rodent control treatment Details
8Tender for supply of 33kV current transformers (CT) Details
8Tender for supply of 33kV vacuum circuit breaker Details
8Tender for providing additional 1x50 MVA,l32/33kV T/F along Details
8Tender for repair & maintenance of RCC compound wall Details
8Tender for work of installation of 1X125MVAR 400kV bus shunt reactor with allied bay equipment Details
8Tender for work for construction (including supply and ETC) of 33 kV bays to feed supply Details
8Tender for providing & laying prestressed cable trench covers along with rising of cable trench & misc. civil work Details
8Tender for supply & installation of passive fire protection advanced cable transit system Details
8Tender for AMC for the work of attending routine / breakdown maintenance of 400kV lines Details
8Tender for augmentation of substation by providing additional 1x50MVA, 132/33kV TF Details
8Tender for work of replacement of old and deteriorated 33kV current transformers Details
8Tender for work of annual maintenance contract (AMC) for servicing repairing and maintenance for 145kV circuit breaker Details
8Tender for work contract for routine, preventive & breakdown maintenance of instrumentation of instrument Details
8Tender for job work of phased array ultrasonic testing (PAUT) in all four unit Details
8Design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning including dismantling, replacement of control and relay panel for 66kV line feeder & transformer feeder Details
8Tender for repair, maintenance, and installation of plant/ systems/equipments Details
8Tender for construction of RCC cable trench for laying of 66kV type-5 UG cable Details
You can also click on Tenders for more
For reference purposes the website carries here the following newsclips:
8Gaining Momentum: Green hydrogen emerges as a key pillar of India’s energy transition Details
8Villages as the anchor of India’s clean energy shift Details
8Karnataka targets 6.1 GW wind power capacity by 2030, survey on Details
8Coal Minister reviews Mahanadi Coalfields’ performance Details
8India’s top coal miner cuts output as energy market diversifies Details
8Making solar adoption routine, not exceptional for MSMEs Details
8Hinduja Renewables secures solar PPAs with Höganäs, Hirschvogel Components Details
8NTPC Green Issues EPC Tender To Build 3,300 MWh BESS Project At Khavda Solar Park Details
8Avaada Secures USD 950 Million Financing for Renewable Energy Projects in Rajasthan and Gujarat Details
8Servotech Renewable signs Rs 400 crore Haryana expansion pact Details
8The Industry Needs a Wake-Up Call': Hartek CEO on Grid Expansion Details
8Rooftop solar panels may get costlier with new government rules: How will it impact the existing users Details
8Odisha Bags PM Surya Ghar Excellence Award; CM Majhi Vows Further Solar Energy Expansion Details
8Scheduling discipline at a judicial crossroads: India’s evolving deviation settlement mechanism Details
8Manohar Lal Reviews Haryana Power Sector Performance, Pushes Smart Meter Rollout Details
8Tata Power bets on local talent ecosystems to power India's energy transition Details
8India’s power paradox: Why power prices crashed even as India’s electricity demand surged Details
8Fuelled by solar, India’s power capacity to double Details
8Kerala Power Minister seeks public suggestions to boost electricity sector Details
8Heatwaves, urbanisation drive record power demand, reshape energy planning Details
8Dee Development gains after securing contract worth Rs 206.55 from Maharatna PSU firm Details
8Haryana to roll out smart metering from August 31 Details
8Power Grid: Manohar Lal Chairs Key Meeting Details
8V Packirisamy Appointed Director at PFC Details
8Myanmar Accelerates Solar and Renewable Energy Transition Through Advanced Power System Training and Grid Modernization Initiative Details
8The Industry Needs a Wake-Up Call': Hartek CEO on Grid Expansion Details
8PFC Appoints V. Packirisamy as Director (Commercial) to Boost Power Sector Financing and Growth Details
8Gujarat Leads India in Electricity Production: UP Fails to Make Top 5 List Details
8Adani Power Limited Investor Presentation for June 2026 Outlines Growth Strategy Details
8India’s Leap to 50 GW Renewable Capacity Details
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Contracting news for the day: Part-1
Jun 02:
8Mining-plan consultancy package tightens timelines with incentive-penalty framework
The consultancy package rewards faster approvals while imposing block-level delay penalties. The structure shifts greater schedule risk to consultants and could influence bidding and execution strategies from the planning stage itself.
The consultancy package rewards faster approvals while imposing block-level delay penalties. The structure shifts greater schedule risk to consultants and could influence bidding and execution strategies from the planning stage itself.
8Rs 1.45 crore bid security underscores the scale of a transmission upgrade package
The transmission package combines capacity expansion with critical infrastructure modifications. Its engineering complexity and commercial structure could play a key role in shaping bidder interest and execution strategy.
8500 MW solar EPC race crosses nine months as sixteenth extension reshapes bidder landscape
Sixteen deadline extensions have turned a major solar EPC package into one of the sector's longest-running bid processes. The prolonged timeline is quietly influencing competition without altering the project's core structure.
8Rs 3 crore bid security accompanies 900 MW solar package with a restrictive qualification framework
The 900 MW solar opportunity features eligibility conditions that could narrow competition before price bids are opened. The qualification structure may prove as influential as the project size itself.
8Rs 50 crore bid security shadows 672 MW wind package as procurement timeline stretches
Repeated extensions have kept the mega wind package in the market far longer than expected. The prolonged bid cycle is drawing attention to underlying procurement dynamics that could influence future utility-scale renewable tenders.
8Rs 185.95 crore conductor procurement introduces a flexibility clause with supplier-risk implications
The large conductor package includes provisions that could alter how volume risk is shared between buyers and suppliers. The tender structure may influence bidding strategies well beyond this procurement alone.
NEWS UPDATE: COAL, FUEL & ENERGY COMMODITIES
Jun 02:
COAL PRODUCTION & OFFTAKE
8Coal India output dips to 56.1 MT in May 2026 as cumulative production falls 10.6%
Coal India Limited (BSE: 533278) released its provisional production and offtake performance for May 2026, reporting coal production of about 56.1 MT for the month against 63.5 MT a year earlier, and cumulative April-May output of 112.2 MT against 125.6 MT, down about 10.6%. Offtake held up better, with CIL despatching 66.7 MT in May, up from 65.2 MT, and 130.9 MT cumulatively, broadly flat year-on-year, reflecting steady evacuation despite softer mining.
8Coal stocks at 65% of norm: CEA's 31 May report flags 22 power plants critical
CEA's daily coal stock report as on 31 May 2026 shows India's 190 monitored coal-based plants of 2,22,698 MW holding 49,158.3 thousand tonnes of coal, just 65% of the normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes. Domestic-coal-based stations sat at 66% of norm while imported-coal-based units were at 46%. The report counts 22 plants with critical stock, comprising 11 on domestic coal, 7 designed for imported coal and 4 on washery rejects.
8Bharat Coking Coal's raw coal output falls 25.5% to 2.28 MT in May 2026
Bharat Coking Coal Limited reported provisional raw coal production of 2.28 MT in May 2026, down 25.5% from 3.06 MT a year earlier, with cumulative April-May output at 4.27 MT against 6.45 MT, down 33.8%. The Coal India subsidiary's filing also detailed declines in production by coal type and mine type, alongside overburden removal and offtake figures for the period, pointing to a sharp early-year fall at the key coking-coal producer.
E-AUCTION & PRICING
8CIL e-auction offers 257.42 lakh tonnes in May 2026, fetching up to 104% premium
Coal India Limited disclosed single window mode agnostic e-auction data for May 2026, in which 257.42 lakh tonnes of coal and coal products were offered across segments and 84.20 lakh tonnes were allocated, about 33% of the offered quantity. Premiums over the notified price varied widely by segment, from 9% to as much as 104%, averaging around 36%, reflecting strong demand in select e-auction windows even as overall allocation stayed modest relative to volumes offered.
8Ministry of Coal lets NLC India sell up to 75% of Talabira coal as plant slips to 2030
A Ministry of Coal gazette notification dated 22 May 2026, issued under Section 8(5) of the MMDR Act, 1957, addresses the sale of surplus captive coal from NLC India Limited's Talabira II and III open-cast mine. Building on a 2021 notification that permitted sale of up to 75% of Talabira coal until 31 March 2026, the new order responds to the delayed commissioning of the linked NLC Talabira thermal power project in Odisha, now expected only between February 2030 and February 2031.
8Rajasthan's weekly merit order ranks Dadri liquid-fuel power costliest at Rs. 27.60/kWh
Rajasthan Urja Vikas and IT Services Limited issued its merit order dispatch schedule for the week 1 to 7 June 2026, ranking stations by variable cost inclusive of all-India transmission losses. Gas and liquid-fuel stations sat at the expensive end of the order, with Dadri liquid at Rs. 27.60 per kWh, Auriya liquid at Rs. 24.01 per kWh and Anta liquid at Rs. 21.41 per kWh, guiding the state's least-cost dispatch decisions for the week. Details
8Coal India output dips to 56.1 MT in May 2026 as cumulative production falls 10.6%
Coal India Limited (BSE: 533278) released its provisional production and offtake performance for May 2026, reporting coal production of about 56.1 MT for the month against 63.5 MT a year earlier, and cumulative April-May output of 112.2 MT against 125.6 MT, down about 10.6%. Offtake held up better, with CIL despatching 66.7 MT in May, up from 65.2 MT, and 130.9 MT cumulatively, broadly flat year-on-year, reflecting steady evacuation despite softer mining.
8Coal stocks at 65% of norm: CEA's 31 May report flags 22 power plants critical
CEA's daily coal stock report as on 31 May 2026 shows India's 190 monitored coal-based plants of 2,22,698 MW holding 49,158.3 thousand tonnes of coal, just 65% of the normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes. Domestic-coal-based stations sat at 66% of norm while imported-coal-based units were at 46%. The report counts 22 plants with critical stock, comprising 11 on domestic coal, 7 designed for imported coal and 4 on washery rejects.
8Bharat Coking Coal's raw coal output falls 25.5% to 2.28 MT in May 2026
Bharat Coking Coal Limited reported provisional raw coal production of 2.28 MT in May 2026, down 25.5% from 3.06 MT a year earlier, with cumulative April-May output at 4.27 MT against 6.45 MT, down 33.8%. The Coal India subsidiary's filing also detailed declines in production by coal type and mine type, alongside overburden removal and offtake figures for the period, pointing to a sharp early-year fall at the key coking-coal producer.
E-AUCTION & PRICING
8CIL e-auction offers 257.42 lakh tonnes in May 2026, fetching up to 104% premium
Coal India Limited disclosed single window mode agnostic e-auction data for May 2026, in which 257.42 lakh tonnes of coal and coal products were offered across segments and 84.20 lakh tonnes were allocated, about 33% of the offered quantity. Premiums over the notified price varied widely by segment, from 9% to as much as 104%, averaging around 36%, reflecting strong demand in select e-auction windows even as overall allocation stayed modest relative to volumes offered.
8Ministry of Coal lets NLC India sell up to 75% of Talabira coal as plant slips to 2030
A Ministry of Coal gazette notification dated 22 May 2026, issued under Section 8(5) of the MMDR Act, 1957, addresses the sale of surplus captive coal from NLC India Limited's Talabira II and III open-cast mine. Building on a 2021 notification that permitted sale of up to 75% of Talabira coal until 31 March 2026, the new order responds to the delayed commissioning of the linked NLC Talabira thermal power project in Odisha, now expected only between February 2030 and February 2031.
8Rajasthan's weekly merit order ranks Dadri liquid-fuel power costliest at Rs. 27.60/kWh
Rajasthan Urja Vikas and IT Services Limited issued its merit order dispatch schedule for the week 1 to 7 June 2026, ranking stations by variable cost inclusive of all-India transmission losses. Gas and liquid-fuel stations sat at the expensive end of the order, with Dadri liquid at Rs. 27.60 per kWh, Auriya liquid at Rs. 24.01 per kWh and Anta liquid at Rs. 21.41 per kWh, guiding the state's least-cost dispatch decisions for the week. Details
NEWS UPDATE: GRID OPERATIONS & POWER SUPPLY
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PEAK DEMAND & GRID FREQUENCY
8India's peak demand hits 2,41,624 MW on 1 June with zero shortage, NLDC reports
NLDC's all-India power supply position report for 1 June 2026 records a maximum demand met of 2,41,624 MW during the day at 14:59 hours with no shortage, and an evening-peak demand met of 2,26,666 MW. All-India energy met totalled 5,222 MU, split across the Western Region (1,674 MU), Northern Region (1,515 MU), Southern Region (1,265 MU), Eastern Region (696 MU) and North Eastern Region (72 MU), with WR peaking highest at 77,620 MW.
8Western Region tops the country at 77,620 MW peak, meets 1,673.5 MU on 1 June
WRLDC reported that the Western Region met an evening-peak demand of 67,714 MW and a maximum daytime demand of 77,620 MW on 1 June 2026, with zero shortage and grid frequency around 50 Hz. The region consumed 1,673.5 MU of energy on the day, the highest of any region, against a forecast of 1,680.6 MU, with off-peak demand at 65,566 MW, underscoring the western grid's position as the largest regional load centre.
8Northern Region meets 69,729 MW evening peak and 1,515 MU on 1 June, no shortage
NRLDC reported that the Northern Region met an evening-peak demand of 69,729 MW at a frequency of 50.029 Hz and an off-peak demand of 57,571 MW at 49.989 Hz on 1 June 2026, with no shortage. The region's day energy consumption stood at 1,515 MU, while its maximum daytime demand reached 72,926 MW per NLDC's all-India tally, reflecting strong early-summer load across the northern states.
8Southern Region serves 54,752 MW peak and 1,265.35 MU with zero shortage on 1 June
SRLDC reported that the Southern Region met an evening-peak demand of 54,752 MW at 50.04 Hz and an off-peak demand of 45,085 MW on 1 June 2026, with no shortage. Day energy met was 1,265.35 MU; among states, Tamil Nadu led demand at 18,455 MW and 404.22 MU, followed by Karnataka at 11,125 MW and Andhra Pradesh at 10,396 MW, with the region's maximum daytime demand at 60,842 MW.
8All-India frequency averages 49.976 Hz on 1 June, out of band for just over 6 hours
NLDC's frequency profile for 1 June 2026 shows an average grid frequency of 49.976 Hz, a frequency variation index of 0.1173 and a standard deviation of 0.1057. Frequency ranged from a maximum of 50.235 Hz at 14:02 to a minimum of 49.499 Hz at 22:29, and stayed outside the IEGC band of 49.9 to 50.05 Hz for 6 hours 9 minutes during the day, indicating generally stable but occasionally stretched national grid operation.
8Eastern Region peaks at 33,948 MW, consumes 696 MU on 1 June with no shortfall
ERLDC reported that the Eastern Region met an evening-peak demand of 30,681 MW at 50.03 Hz and an off-peak demand of 28,122 MW on 1 June 2026, with zero shortage. The region's day energy consumption was 696 MU against a requirement of 701.46 MU, and its maximum daytime demand reached 33,948 MW per the NLDC all-India report, the smallest of the mainland regions but with no supply gap recorded.
8North Eastern Region meets 3,790 MW peak and 72.18 MU on 1 June with no shortage
NERLDC reported that the North Eastern Region met an evening-peak demand of 3,790 MW at 50.03 Hz and an off-peak demand of 2,676 MW on 1 June 2026, with no shortage. Day energy consumption was 72.18 MU against a requirement of 75.19 MU, with the region's maximum daytime demand at 3,831 MW per NLDC, the smallest regional load in the country but balanced without any supply gap through the day.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8ERPC: Eastern grid demand cools 4.5% to 32,758 MW even as April power use jumps 8.6%
Minutes of the 239th OCC meeting of ERPC, held on 13 May 2026, record that the Eastern Region's energy consumption in April 2026 reached 18,955 MU, 8.6% higher than April 2025, while peak demand met fell 4.5% year-on-year to 32,758 MW. The region's thermal plant load factor averaged 74.6%, well above the national average of 66%, while coal stocks varied sharply by station from TVNL Jharkhand at 283% of normative to Odisha's IB TPS at just 76%.
8Western Region carries 7,560 MW of planned and 5,626 MW of forced generation outages
The WRLDC generating-unit outage report for 1 June 2026 records planned outages totalling 7,560.1 MW, comprising 3,935.6 MW central sector and 3,624.5 MW state sector, and forced outages of 5,626 MW, comprising 1,840 MW central and 3,786 MW state. Long-stranded units feature prominently, including Tarapur Unit 2 of 160 MW out since 13 July 2020 and several GIPCL units in Gujarat idle since 2021-22 as only their 27 MW PPA capacity runs.
8Eastern Region reports 4,414 MW of forced generation outages against 164 MW planned
The Eastern Region NPMC generation-outage report for 1 June 2026 records total forced outages of 4,414 MW, comprising 2,720 MW central sector and 1,694 MW state sector, against planned outages of just 163.65 MW, all in the state sector with nil central-sector planned outages. The breakdown highlights that unplanned trips, rather than scheduled maintenance, dominated the region's generation unavailability on the day across central and state assets.
8Renewables meet 36.4% of India's demand at peak on 31 May, NLDC REMC reports
The NLDC Renewable Energy Management Centre report for 31 May 2026 shows variable renewable energy reaching a maximum penetration of 36.37% of all-India demand met at 13:35 hours, with solar contributing 30.72% at its peak. During solar hours, against a maximum demand of 2,15,476 MW, solar generated up to 54,081 MW and wind 13,026 MW. Daily peak VRE generation reached 75,514 MW, short of the all-time records of 96,021 MW generation and 40.96% penetration.
8ERPC rates Eastern thermal fleet on frequency response: nine stations score perfect 1.00
ERPC certified the average monthly frequency response performance, or beta, of Eastern Region generating stations for April 2026, computed per the NLDC methodology approved by CERC on 5 November 2024. Nine stations including FSTPP I&II, KHSTPP-I, TSTPP-I, BARH-I, BRBCL and MPL posted the maximum score of 1.00, while several such as BARH-II, NPGC and GMR scored 0.00; Darlipali managed 0.48 and North Karanpura 0.41, with Teesta-V marked not applicable.
8NLDC's daily SCUC commits 37,325 MWh up and 32,739 MWh down in reserve scheduling
The GRID-INDIA daily report on ancillary services and security constrained unit commitment for 1 June 2026 details the inter-state reserve profile, tracking spinning up and down reserves against requirements through the day. The report records SCUC-up scheduled energy of 37,325 MWh and SCUC-down scheduled energy of 32,739 MWh, with the inter-state reserve requirement taken as half of the total system requirement under the ancillary-services framework.
8ERPC certifies April ramping: FSTPP I&II tops Eastern fleet, BARH-I records zero ramps
ERPC issued its certification of the ramping performance of thermal inter-state generating stations in the Eastern Region for April 2026, under Regulation 30 of the CERC tariff regulations. Among the strongest performers, FSTPP I&II logged 2,811 scheduled time blocks with a ratio of 1.00 and achieved actual ramps of at least 1% per minute in 91 of its blocks, while KHSTPP-I recorded 149 scheduled ramp events. By contrast, BARH-I showed 2,863 time blocks but zero qualifying scheduled ramps.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8ERPC bills June 2026 transmission account as April ISTS charges hit Rs. 3,962 crore
ERPC issued the regional transmission account for the June 2026 billing month under the CERC sharing regulations, 2020. The account notes that for the April 2026 billing period there were 109 ISTS licensees with total monthly transmission charges of Rs. 3,962.00 crore and aggregate general network access of 1,26,217 MW. NLDC identified the 64th time block, 15:45 to 16:00 hours, on 25 April 2026 as the peak block used to apportion charges among designated ISTS customers.
8NRPC issues 344-page provisional May 2026 energy account for Northern Region
NRPC issued the ABT-based provisional regional energy account for May 2026, dated 1 June 2026, prepared under the CERC tariff regulations, 2024. Spanning 344 pages and more than 160 station and beneficiary totals, the account is built on NLDC schedule data including tentative schedules for 18 to 31 May 2026 and processed meter data up to 17 May 2026, covering major central stations such as Dadri TPS and IGSTPS-Jhajjar, with state-wise drawals down to Jammu and Kashmir.
8NLDC commits Rs. 1.44/kWh Talcher to Rs. 23.81/kWh gas in 76-station SCUC for 2 June
NLDC's security constrained unit commitment generator schedule for 2 June 2026, published a day earlier at 1500 hours, commits 76 generating stations in merit order of energy charge rate. Cheaper coal stations such as Talcher at Rs. 1.44 per kWh and North Karanpura at Rs. 2.09 per kWh anchor the bottom of the stack, while costly gas plants such as LKPL Phase-2 RLNG at Rs. 23.81 per kWh and Faridabad-LNG at Rs. 23.65 per kWh are scheduled at zero MW.
8WRPC DSM accounts swing across April as Western grid owes the South over Rs. 240 crore
The Western Regional Power Committee released five weekly ABT-based deviation settlement accounts covering 30 March to 3 May 2026 under the CERC DSM regulations, 2024. The Western Region was a consistent large net payer to the Northern Region, peaking at Rs. 259.28 crore receivable by NR in the week of 20-26 April, and a net receiver from the Southern Region, with WR-SR settlements ranging from Rs. 164.65 crore to Rs. 240.87 crore receivable across the weeks.
8ERPC reopens three December 2025 DSM accounts, revising deviation bills for DVC and Darlipali
The Eastern Regional Power Committee issued a revised DSM settlement account dated 29 May 2026 for three December 2025 weeks under the CERC DSM regulations, 2024. The revision reworks deviation charges for entities including DVC, GMRKEL, GRIDCO, Sikkim, KHSTPP-I and MPL, and treats Darlipali's 22-28 December account as a partial outage after late data. Defaulters face simple interest of 0.04% per day for payments delayed beyond 10 days into the deviation and ancillary-services pool account.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8WRLDC line-outage report tracks long-pending 400 kV element outages across western grid
The WRLDC transmission line outage status report for 1 June 2026 details elements under planned and forced outage across the Western Region, owned largely by POWERGRID-WR1. Among the planned outages, the 400 kV Wardha-Warora double-circuit line and reactor has been out since 4 May 2018, taken along with the LILO line works, while several 400 kV Champa bus and bus-sectionaliser bays remain under outage, illustrating the backlog of long-duration transmission element outages in the region.
8NRPC planned-shutdown register lists 56 transmission elements, some out over 250 days
The planned transmission element shutdown report for 1 June 2026 catalogues 56 transmission elements under planned outage, concentrated in the Northern Region and largely owned by POWERGRID and state utilities such as RRVPNL. The longest-running entry, a 220 kV transfer bus bay at Dehradun, had been out for about 256 days against a planned 10 hours, while bays at Bhiwadi (208 days) and Bhadla (197 days, for new ICT-4 commissioning) show outages far beyond their planned durations.
8NLDC reports zero ATC and N-1 violations across inter-regional corridors on 1 June
NLDC's system reliability indices report for 1 June 2026 records nil violations of available transfer capability and the N-1 security criterion across all monitored inter-regional corridors, including WR-NR, ER-NR, import of NR and NEW-SR, each showing 0 blocks and 0.00% violation. The clean reliability scorecard indicates the inter-regional transmission network operated within secure limits throughout the day, with no corrective action required.
8NLDC pegs Southern Region July import capability for Andhra Pradesh at up to 9,017 MW
NLDC issued the Southern Region statewise transfer capability statement for July 2026, covering import capability for Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Andhra Pradesh's import total transfer capability peaked at 9,017 MW in the 06:00 to 12:00 hours window, with available transfer capability of 8,749 MW after a 268 MW reliability margin and a net general network access of 4,516 MW, with limiting constraints flagged at Vemagiri, K V Kota and Nellore substations.
8NLDC raises North-East July transfer limits, lifting Arunachal off-peak ATC toward 255 MW
NLDC published the North Eastern Region statewise transfer capability statement for July 2026, Revision 1, covering import capability for Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura. Arunachal Pradesh's import available transfer capability was set at 245 MW at peak and stepped up to 255 MW, with a total transfer capability of 260 MW and a 5 MW reliability margin, with state limits governed by N-1 contingency constraints on the regional 132 kV network. Details
8India's peak demand hits 2,41,624 MW on 1 June with zero shortage, NLDC reports
NLDC's all-India power supply position report for 1 June 2026 records a maximum demand met of 2,41,624 MW during the day at 14:59 hours with no shortage, and an evening-peak demand met of 2,26,666 MW. All-India energy met totalled 5,222 MU, split across the Western Region (1,674 MU), Northern Region (1,515 MU), Southern Region (1,265 MU), Eastern Region (696 MU) and North Eastern Region (72 MU), with WR peaking highest at 77,620 MW.
8Western Region tops the country at 77,620 MW peak, meets 1,673.5 MU on 1 June
WRLDC reported that the Western Region met an evening-peak demand of 67,714 MW and a maximum daytime demand of 77,620 MW on 1 June 2026, with zero shortage and grid frequency around 50 Hz. The region consumed 1,673.5 MU of energy on the day, the highest of any region, against a forecast of 1,680.6 MU, with off-peak demand at 65,566 MW, underscoring the western grid's position as the largest regional load centre.
8Northern Region meets 69,729 MW evening peak and 1,515 MU on 1 June, no shortage
NRLDC reported that the Northern Region met an evening-peak demand of 69,729 MW at a frequency of 50.029 Hz and an off-peak demand of 57,571 MW at 49.989 Hz on 1 June 2026, with no shortage. The region's day energy consumption stood at 1,515 MU, while its maximum daytime demand reached 72,926 MW per NLDC's all-India tally, reflecting strong early-summer load across the northern states.
8Southern Region serves 54,752 MW peak and 1,265.35 MU with zero shortage on 1 June
SRLDC reported that the Southern Region met an evening-peak demand of 54,752 MW at 50.04 Hz and an off-peak demand of 45,085 MW on 1 June 2026, with no shortage. Day energy met was 1,265.35 MU; among states, Tamil Nadu led demand at 18,455 MW and 404.22 MU, followed by Karnataka at 11,125 MW and Andhra Pradesh at 10,396 MW, with the region's maximum daytime demand at 60,842 MW.
8All-India frequency averages 49.976 Hz on 1 June, out of band for just over 6 hours
NLDC's frequency profile for 1 June 2026 shows an average grid frequency of 49.976 Hz, a frequency variation index of 0.1173 and a standard deviation of 0.1057. Frequency ranged from a maximum of 50.235 Hz at 14:02 to a minimum of 49.499 Hz at 22:29, and stayed outside the IEGC band of 49.9 to 50.05 Hz for 6 hours 9 minutes during the day, indicating generally stable but occasionally stretched national grid operation.
8Eastern Region peaks at 33,948 MW, consumes 696 MU on 1 June with no shortfall
ERLDC reported that the Eastern Region met an evening-peak demand of 30,681 MW at 50.03 Hz and an off-peak demand of 28,122 MW on 1 June 2026, with zero shortage. The region's day energy consumption was 696 MU against a requirement of 701.46 MU, and its maximum daytime demand reached 33,948 MW per the NLDC all-India report, the smallest of the mainland regions but with no supply gap recorded.
8North Eastern Region meets 3,790 MW peak and 72.18 MU on 1 June with no shortage
NERLDC reported that the North Eastern Region met an evening-peak demand of 3,790 MW at 50.03 Hz and an off-peak demand of 2,676 MW on 1 June 2026, with no shortage. Day energy consumption was 72.18 MU against a requirement of 75.19 MU, with the region's maximum daytime demand at 3,831 MW per NLDC, the smallest regional load in the country but balanced without any supply gap through the day.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8ERPC: Eastern grid demand cools 4.5% to 32,758 MW even as April power use jumps 8.6%
Minutes of the 239th OCC meeting of ERPC, held on 13 May 2026, record that the Eastern Region's energy consumption in April 2026 reached 18,955 MU, 8.6% higher than April 2025, while peak demand met fell 4.5% year-on-year to 32,758 MW. The region's thermal plant load factor averaged 74.6%, well above the national average of 66%, while coal stocks varied sharply by station from TVNL Jharkhand at 283% of normative to Odisha's IB TPS at just 76%.
8Western Region carries 7,560 MW of planned and 5,626 MW of forced generation outages
The WRLDC generating-unit outage report for 1 June 2026 records planned outages totalling 7,560.1 MW, comprising 3,935.6 MW central sector and 3,624.5 MW state sector, and forced outages of 5,626 MW, comprising 1,840 MW central and 3,786 MW state. Long-stranded units feature prominently, including Tarapur Unit 2 of 160 MW out since 13 July 2020 and several GIPCL units in Gujarat idle since 2021-22 as only their 27 MW PPA capacity runs.
8Eastern Region reports 4,414 MW of forced generation outages against 164 MW planned
The Eastern Region NPMC generation-outage report for 1 June 2026 records total forced outages of 4,414 MW, comprising 2,720 MW central sector and 1,694 MW state sector, against planned outages of just 163.65 MW, all in the state sector with nil central-sector planned outages. The breakdown highlights that unplanned trips, rather than scheduled maintenance, dominated the region's generation unavailability on the day across central and state assets.
8Renewables meet 36.4% of India's demand at peak on 31 May, NLDC REMC reports
The NLDC Renewable Energy Management Centre report for 31 May 2026 shows variable renewable energy reaching a maximum penetration of 36.37% of all-India demand met at 13:35 hours, with solar contributing 30.72% at its peak. During solar hours, against a maximum demand of 2,15,476 MW, solar generated up to 54,081 MW and wind 13,026 MW. Daily peak VRE generation reached 75,514 MW, short of the all-time records of 96,021 MW generation and 40.96% penetration.
8ERPC rates Eastern thermal fleet on frequency response: nine stations score perfect 1.00
ERPC certified the average monthly frequency response performance, or beta, of Eastern Region generating stations for April 2026, computed per the NLDC methodology approved by CERC on 5 November 2024. Nine stations including FSTPP I&II, KHSTPP-I, TSTPP-I, BARH-I, BRBCL and MPL posted the maximum score of 1.00, while several such as BARH-II, NPGC and GMR scored 0.00; Darlipali managed 0.48 and North Karanpura 0.41, with Teesta-V marked not applicable.
8NLDC's daily SCUC commits 37,325 MWh up and 32,739 MWh down in reserve scheduling
The GRID-INDIA daily report on ancillary services and security constrained unit commitment for 1 June 2026 details the inter-state reserve profile, tracking spinning up and down reserves against requirements through the day. The report records SCUC-up scheduled energy of 37,325 MWh and SCUC-down scheduled energy of 32,739 MWh, with the inter-state reserve requirement taken as half of the total system requirement under the ancillary-services framework.
8ERPC certifies April ramping: FSTPP I&II tops Eastern fleet, BARH-I records zero ramps
ERPC issued its certification of the ramping performance of thermal inter-state generating stations in the Eastern Region for April 2026, under Regulation 30 of the CERC tariff regulations. Among the strongest performers, FSTPP I&II logged 2,811 scheduled time blocks with a ratio of 1.00 and achieved actual ramps of at least 1% per minute in 91 of its blocks, while KHSTPP-I recorded 149 scheduled ramp events. By contrast, BARH-I showed 2,863 time blocks but zero qualifying scheduled ramps.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8ERPC bills June 2026 transmission account as April ISTS charges hit Rs. 3,962 crore
ERPC issued the regional transmission account for the June 2026 billing month under the CERC sharing regulations, 2020. The account notes that for the April 2026 billing period there were 109 ISTS licensees with total monthly transmission charges of Rs. 3,962.00 crore and aggregate general network access of 1,26,217 MW. NLDC identified the 64th time block, 15:45 to 16:00 hours, on 25 April 2026 as the peak block used to apportion charges among designated ISTS customers.
8NRPC issues 344-page provisional May 2026 energy account for Northern Region
NRPC issued the ABT-based provisional regional energy account for May 2026, dated 1 June 2026, prepared under the CERC tariff regulations, 2024. Spanning 344 pages and more than 160 station and beneficiary totals, the account is built on NLDC schedule data including tentative schedules for 18 to 31 May 2026 and processed meter data up to 17 May 2026, covering major central stations such as Dadri TPS and IGSTPS-Jhajjar, with state-wise drawals down to Jammu and Kashmir.
8NLDC commits Rs. 1.44/kWh Talcher to Rs. 23.81/kWh gas in 76-station SCUC for 2 June
NLDC's security constrained unit commitment generator schedule for 2 June 2026, published a day earlier at 1500 hours, commits 76 generating stations in merit order of energy charge rate. Cheaper coal stations such as Talcher at Rs. 1.44 per kWh and North Karanpura at Rs. 2.09 per kWh anchor the bottom of the stack, while costly gas plants such as LKPL Phase-2 RLNG at Rs. 23.81 per kWh and Faridabad-LNG at Rs. 23.65 per kWh are scheduled at zero MW.
8WRPC DSM accounts swing across April as Western grid owes the South over Rs. 240 crore
The Western Regional Power Committee released five weekly ABT-based deviation settlement accounts covering 30 March to 3 May 2026 under the CERC DSM regulations, 2024. The Western Region was a consistent large net payer to the Northern Region, peaking at Rs. 259.28 crore receivable by NR in the week of 20-26 April, and a net receiver from the Southern Region, with WR-SR settlements ranging from Rs. 164.65 crore to Rs. 240.87 crore receivable across the weeks.
8ERPC reopens three December 2025 DSM accounts, revising deviation bills for DVC and Darlipali
The Eastern Regional Power Committee issued a revised DSM settlement account dated 29 May 2026 for three December 2025 weeks under the CERC DSM regulations, 2024. The revision reworks deviation charges for entities including DVC, GMRKEL, GRIDCO, Sikkim, KHSTPP-I and MPL, and treats Darlipali's 22-28 December account as a partial outage after late data. Defaulters face simple interest of 0.04% per day for payments delayed beyond 10 days into the deviation and ancillary-services pool account.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8WRLDC line-outage report tracks long-pending 400 kV element outages across western grid
The WRLDC transmission line outage status report for 1 June 2026 details elements under planned and forced outage across the Western Region, owned largely by POWERGRID-WR1. Among the planned outages, the 400 kV Wardha-Warora double-circuit line and reactor has been out since 4 May 2018, taken along with the LILO line works, while several 400 kV Champa bus and bus-sectionaliser bays remain under outage, illustrating the backlog of long-duration transmission element outages in the region.
8NRPC planned-shutdown register lists 56 transmission elements, some out over 250 days
The planned transmission element shutdown report for 1 June 2026 catalogues 56 transmission elements under planned outage, concentrated in the Northern Region and largely owned by POWERGRID and state utilities such as RRVPNL. The longest-running entry, a 220 kV transfer bus bay at Dehradun, had been out for about 256 days against a planned 10 hours, while bays at Bhiwadi (208 days) and Bhadla (197 days, for new ICT-4 commissioning) show outages far beyond their planned durations.
8NLDC reports zero ATC and N-1 violations across inter-regional corridors on 1 June
NLDC's system reliability indices report for 1 June 2026 records nil violations of available transfer capability and the N-1 security criterion across all monitored inter-regional corridors, including WR-NR, ER-NR, import of NR and NEW-SR, each showing 0 blocks and 0.00% violation. The clean reliability scorecard indicates the inter-regional transmission network operated within secure limits throughout the day, with no corrective action required.
8NLDC pegs Southern Region July import capability for Andhra Pradesh at up to 9,017 MW
NLDC issued the Southern Region statewise transfer capability statement for July 2026, covering import capability for Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Andhra Pradesh's import total transfer capability peaked at 9,017 MW in the 06:00 to 12:00 hours window, with available transfer capability of 8,749 MW after a 268 MW reliability margin and a net general network access of 4,516 MW, with limiting constraints flagged at Vemagiri, K V Kota and Nellore substations.
8NLDC raises North-East July transfer limits, lifting Arunachal off-peak ATC toward 255 MW
NLDC published the North Eastern Region statewise transfer capability statement for July 2026, Revision 1, covering import capability for Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura. Arunachal Pradesh's import available transfer capability was set at 245 MW at peak and stepped up to 255 MW, with a total transfer capability of 260 MW and a 5 MW reliability margin, with state limits governed by N-1 contingency constraints on the regional 132 kV network. Details
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MINISTRY OF POWER
8Government to sell 3% of NHPC, or 30.13 crore shares, via two-day OFS from 2 June
The Ministry of Power, on behalf of the President of India as promoter, issued a notice for an offer for sale of 3.00% of NHPC Limited's paid-up equity, equivalent to 30,13,51,044 equity shares of Rs. 10 face value, as the base offer size. The sale runs on the stock-exchange OFS mechanism on 2 June 2026 for non-retail investors and on 3 June 2026 for retail investors and employees, with an option to retain oversubscription, per SEBI, BSE and NSE OFS guidelines.
8President of India tenders up to 2% of Coal India, or 12.3 crore shares, in two-day OFS
In a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI Takeover Regulations, the President of India, acting through the Ministry of Coal as promoter of Coal India Limited, notified the sale of up to 61,627,283 equity shares, or 1.00% of paid-up capital, as the base offer size on 27 May 2026. An oversubscription option covers a further 61,627,283 shares through a designated BSE window, plus up to 25,000 shares reserved for eligible employees, with the offer running on T and T+1 days.
8Power Ministry advertises Chairman BBMB post at Level-16 pay ahead of September vacancy
The Ministry of Power circulated a vacancy notice for appointment to the post of Chairman, Bhakra Beas Management Board, headquartered at Chandigarh, which falls vacant on 28 September 2026, and subsequently extended the closing date for applications. The post carries pay at Level-16 in the pay matrix of Rs. 2,05,400 to Rs. 2,24,400, and requires an engineering graduate not more than 58 years of age, given the complex inter-state issues among partner states Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh.
8POWERGRID promotes Sunil Kumar to executive director from chief general manager
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (BSE: 532898; NSE: POWERGRID) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that Sunil Kumar, chief general manager, has been promoted to executive director, a senior management position one level below the Board of Directors, with effect from the notified date. The intimation forms part of POWERGRID's ongoing senior-management disclosures at the central transmission utility, India's largest power-transmission company.
8PFC notifies change in senior management under SEBI disclosure norms
Power Finance Corporation Limited, a Government of India undertaking, submitted an intimation to NSE and BSE on 1 June 2026 regarding a change in its senior management, filed for information and record under the SEBI listing regulations, 2015. As one of the country's largest power-sector lenders with a multi-lakh-crore loan book, PFC's management disclosures are tracked closely by investors in the state-owned non-banking finance company.
MNRE & BEE
8OECD's MAGIC database finds industrial subsidies hit USD 108 billion in 2024
The OECD's June 2026 MAGIC database of industrial subsidies reports that subsidies captured in the database reached USD 108 billion nominal in 2024, equal to 1.3% of firms' sales revenue, the second-highest level on record and the highest since the global financial crisis. The report finds renewable-energy equipment, semiconductors and heavy industries among the most-subsidised sectors, with state enterprises playing a large role and Chinese firms receiving on average three to eight times the support of peers.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8India generates 4,222.85 MU on 30 May, missing CEA's 4,580 MU programme by 1.9%
CEA's all-India power generation overview shows actual generation of 4,222.85 MU on 30 May 2026 against a programme of 4,579.63 MU, a shortfall of 356.78 MU or about 1.9%. Thermal stations contributed 3,651.88 MU, hydro 366.06 MU, nuclear 187.92 MU and Bhutan imports 16.99 MU. Cumulatively from 1 April, India produced 2,75,449.94 MU against a programme of 2,80,786.80 MU, a deviation of 1.90%, against a total installed capacity of 5,38,364.41 MW.
8Half of India's monitored fleet idles: 50,296 MW under maintenance on 30 May, says CEA
CEA's all-India capacity availability report shows 50,296.46 MW of monitored capacity out of service on 30 May 2026, comprising 35,121.91 MW on forced outage, 10,014.40 MW for other reasons and 5,160.15 MW under planned maintenance, leaving 2,60,477.33 MW online out of 3,10,773.79 MW monitored. The Western Region carried the largest outage block at 16,212.60 MW, followed by the Southern Region at 14,642.28 MW and the Northern Region at 14,530.93 MW.
8Coal powers 3,520 MU of India's 30 May output as gas slips to 51.79 MU, CEA data shows
CEA's category-wise, fuel-wise generation report for 30 May 2026 shows coal generating 3,519.69 MU from 2,22,697.51 MW of monitored capacity, dwarfing lignite at 79.25 MU, natural gas at 51.79 MU and diesel at 1.15 MU. Nuclear added 187.92 MU, hydro 366.06 MU and Bhutan imports 16.99 MU, for an all-India total of 4,222.85 MU against a 4,579.63 MU programme, leaving coal responsible for roughly 83% of the day's generation.
8CEA fleet runs at 85% availability but only 71% utilisation on 30 May
CEA's capacity utilisation report for 30 May 2026 shows India's monitored 3,10,773.79 MW fleet delivering 2,40,130.93 MW gross and 2,21,398.16 MW net, with 2,60,477.33 MW online, giving availability of 85.00% but utilisation of just 71.24%. Thermal utilisation stood at 71.81% and hydro at 67.10%, while nuclear led at 79.65%, revealing how much online capacity ran below its potential on a low-demand pre-monsoon day across the country.
8CEA flags 31,094 MW of thermal and nuclear units offline beyond 15 days
CEA's report on thermal and nuclear units out of grid for more than 15 days during 2026-27, as on 30 May 2026, tallies 31,093.56 MW of capacity in extended outage. The list details each station, unit, capacity and the reason and expected return date, quantifying the structural slice of India's fleet unavailable for sustained periods, well beyond routine day-to-day maintenance, and adds to a separate 5,724.41 MW that has been out for over a year.
8NTPC stations generate 916.95 MU on 30 May, running 107 MU below CEA programme
CEA's NTPC generation overview shows the company's monitored 60,007.23 MW fleet, with 49,883.88 MW available, producing 916.95 MU on 30 May 2026 against a programme of 1,024.11 MU, a shortfall of 107.16 MU. Year-to-date from 1 April, NTPC stations delivered 61,174.30 MU against a 63,254.30 MU target, a deviation of 3.29%, underlining softer dispatch from the country's largest thermal generator during the low-demand period.
8Thermal availability at 87.6%, hydro lags at 80.9% in CEA's 30 May fleet snapshot
CEA's availability overview reports that of 2,29,901.56 MW of monitored thermal capacity, excluding gas and diesel, 2,01,294.05 MW was available on 30 May 2026, an 87.56% availability factor. Nuclear stations posted the highest availability at 93.17%, with 8,180.00 MW of 8,780.00 MW available, while hydro trailed at 80.86%, with 42,019.39 MW available out of 51,964.66 MW monitored, shaping the day's overall generation mix.
8Coal India-linked plants hold 19 days of coal, or 42.28 million tonnes, as of 30 May
Coal India Limited's marketing and sales division report on the coal-stock position of plants linked to CIL and SCCL, per CEA data for 30 May 2026, puts total stock at 42,276.2 thousand tonnes, comprising 41,768.9 indigenous and 507.4 imported, equal to about 19 days of consumption against a daily requirement of roughly 2,244.81 thousand tonnes. The report applies the 2017 criticality methodology and flags 19 of the linked plants as carrying low stock.
8CEA tracks 5,192 MW of thermal and nuclear units returning to the grid as of 30 May
CEA's recommissioning report for 30 May 2026 lists thermal and nuclear units being brought back online, totalling 5,191.50 MW of capacity. The report logs each station's maintenance date, synchronisation date and present status, charting the pipeline of plants re-entering service against the larger pool of units still under outage, including a separate 9,259 MW that went out of grid on 30 May, much of it on reserve shutdown amid weak demand.
89,259 MW tripped or shut on 30 May as low demand forces reserve shutdowns, CEA reports
CEA's list of thermal and nuclear units that went out of grid on 30 May 2026 captures 9,259 MW of capacity taken offline that day, much of it on reserve shutdown amid weak demand. Rajasthan's Suratgarh TPS shed five 250 MW units, while Harduaganj TPS and Jalipa Kapurdi TPP (135 MW, on generator-transformer damage) also went down, illustrating how soft summer-night demand idled large coal blocks across the northern and western grids.
8KERC sets Rs. 25 lakh tariff-adoption fee under new TBCB transmission-licence rules
KERC notified regulations establishing the licensing framework for intra-state transmission projects selected through tariff-based competitive bidding in Karnataka. The accompanying fee schedule revises the levy on other transmission licensees to Rs. 20 lakh per annum and introduces a new Rs. 25 lakh fee for an application to adopt transmission tariff filed under Section 63 of the Electricity Act, 2003, supporting the state's move to award transmission projects through competitive bidding.
8CEA's station-wise report maps 30 May generation, led by Northern grid's 1,062.64 MU
CEA's exhaustive region, state, sector, type and station-wise generation report for 30 May 2026 details output unit by unit across the country. The Northern Region's monitored 81,766.72 MW delivered 1,062.64 MU against a programme of 1,191.27 MU, with large central units such as Pragati CCGT-III of 1,500 MW itemised. The granular dataset feeds directly into the all-India totals of 4,222.85 MU actual against 4,579.63 MU programmed for the day. Details
8Government to sell 3% of NHPC, or 30.13 crore shares, via two-day OFS from 2 June
The Ministry of Power, on behalf of the President of India as promoter, issued a notice for an offer for sale of 3.00% of NHPC Limited's paid-up equity, equivalent to 30,13,51,044 equity shares of Rs. 10 face value, as the base offer size. The sale runs on the stock-exchange OFS mechanism on 2 June 2026 for non-retail investors and on 3 June 2026 for retail investors and employees, with an option to retain oversubscription, per SEBI, BSE and NSE OFS guidelines.
8President of India tenders up to 2% of Coal India, or 12.3 crore shares, in two-day OFS
In a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI Takeover Regulations, the President of India, acting through the Ministry of Coal as promoter of Coal India Limited, notified the sale of up to 61,627,283 equity shares, or 1.00% of paid-up capital, as the base offer size on 27 May 2026. An oversubscription option covers a further 61,627,283 shares through a designated BSE window, plus up to 25,000 shares reserved for eligible employees, with the offer running on T and T+1 days.
8Power Ministry advertises Chairman BBMB post at Level-16 pay ahead of September vacancy
The Ministry of Power circulated a vacancy notice for appointment to the post of Chairman, Bhakra Beas Management Board, headquartered at Chandigarh, which falls vacant on 28 September 2026, and subsequently extended the closing date for applications. The post carries pay at Level-16 in the pay matrix of Rs. 2,05,400 to Rs. 2,24,400, and requires an engineering graduate not more than 58 years of age, given the complex inter-state issues among partner states Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh.
8POWERGRID promotes Sunil Kumar to executive director from chief general manager
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (BSE: 532898; NSE: POWERGRID) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that Sunil Kumar, chief general manager, has been promoted to executive director, a senior management position one level below the Board of Directors, with effect from the notified date. The intimation forms part of POWERGRID's ongoing senior-management disclosures at the central transmission utility, India's largest power-transmission company.
8PFC notifies change in senior management under SEBI disclosure norms
Power Finance Corporation Limited, a Government of India undertaking, submitted an intimation to NSE and BSE on 1 June 2026 regarding a change in its senior management, filed for information and record under the SEBI listing regulations, 2015. As one of the country's largest power-sector lenders with a multi-lakh-crore loan book, PFC's management disclosures are tracked closely by investors in the state-owned non-banking finance company.
MNRE & BEE
8OECD's MAGIC database finds industrial subsidies hit USD 108 billion in 2024
The OECD's June 2026 MAGIC database of industrial subsidies reports that subsidies captured in the database reached USD 108 billion nominal in 2024, equal to 1.3% of firms' sales revenue, the second-highest level on record and the highest since the global financial crisis. The report finds renewable-energy equipment, semiconductors and heavy industries among the most-subsidised sectors, with state enterprises playing a large role and Chinese firms receiving on average three to eight times the support of peers.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8India generates 4,222.85 MU on 30 May, missing CEA's 4,580 MU programme by 1.9%
CEA's all-India power generation overview shows actual generation of 4,222.85 MU on 30 May 2026 against a programme of 4,579.63 MU, a shortfall of 356.78 MU or about 1.9%. Thermal stations contributed 3,651.88 MU, hydro 366.06 MU, nuclear 187.92 MU and Bhutan imports 16.99 MU. Cumulatively from 1 April, India produced 2,75,449.94 MU against a programme of 2,80,786.80 MU, a deviation of 1.90%, against a total installed capacity of 5,38,364.41 MW.
8Half of India's monitored fleet idles: 50,296 MW under maintenance on 30 May, says CEA
CEA's all-India capacity availability report shows 50,296.46 MW of monitored capacity out of service on 30 May 2026, comprising 35,121.91 MW on forced outage, 10,014.40 MW for other reasons and 5,160.15 MW under planned maintenance, leaving 2,60,477.33 MW online out of 3,10,773.79 MW monitored. The Western Region carried the largest outage block at 16,212.60 MW, followed by the Southern Region at 14,642.28 MW and the Northern Region at 14,530.93 MW.
8Coal powers 3,520 MU of India's 30 May output as gas slips to 51.79 MU, CEA data shows
CEA's category-wise, fuel-wise generation report for 30 May 2026 shows coal generating 3,519.69 MU from 2,22,697.51 MW of monitored capacity, dwarfing lignite at 79.25 MU, natural gas at 51.79 MU and diesel at 1.15 MU. Nuclear added 187.92 MU, hydro 366.06 MU and Bhutan imports 16.99 MU, for an all-India total of 4,222.85 MU against a 4,579.63 MU programme, leaving coal responsible for roughly 83% of the day's generation.
8CEA fleet runs at 85% availability but only 71% utilisation on 30 May
CEA's capacity utilisation report for 30 May 2026 shows India's monitored 3,10,773.79 MW fleet delivering 2,40,130.93 MW gross and 2,21,398.16 MW net, with 2,60,477.33 MW online, giving availability of 85.00% but utilisation of just 71.24%. Thermal utilisation stood at 71.81% and hydro at 67.10%, while nuclear led at 79.65%, revealing how much online capacity ran below its potential on a low-demand pre-monsoon day across the country.
8CEA flags 31,094 MW of thermal and nuclear units offline beyond 15 days
CEA's report on thermal and nuclear units out of grid for more than 15 days during 2026-27, as on 30 May 2026, tallies 31,093.56 MW of capacity in extended outage. The list details each station, unit, capacity and the reason and expected return date, quantifying the structural slice of India's fleet unavailable for sustained periods, well beyond routine day-to-day maintenance, and adds to a separate 5,724.41 MW that has been out for over a year.
8NTPC stations generate 916.95 MU on 30 May, running 107 MU below CEA programme
CEA's NTPC generation overview shows the company's monitored 60,007.23 MW fleet, with 49,883.88 MW available, producing 916.95 MU on 30 May 2026 against a programme of 1,024.11 MU, a shortfall of 107.16 MU. Year-to-date from 1 April, NTPC stations delivered 61,174.30 MU against a 63,254.30 MU target, a deviation of 3.29%, underlining softer dispatch from the country's largest thermal generator during the low-demand period.
8Thermal availability at 87.6%, hydro lags at 80.9% in CEA's 30 May fleet snapshot
CEA's availability overview reports that of 2,29,901.56 MW of monitored thermal capacity, excluding gas and diesel, 2,01,294.05 MW was available on 30 May 2026, an 87.56% availability factor. Nuclear stations posted the highest availability at 93.17%, with 8,180.00 MW of 8,780.00 MW available, while hydro trailed at 80.86%, with 42,019.39 MW available out of 51,964.66 MW monitored, shaping the day's overall generation mix.
8Coal India-linked plants hold 19 days of coal, or 42.28 million tonnes, as of 30 May
Coal India Limited's marketing and sales division report on the coal-stock position of plants linked to CIL and SCCL, per CEA data for 30 May 2026, puts total stock at 42,276.2 thousand tonnes, comprising 41,768.9 indigenous and 507.4 imported, equal to about 19 days of consumption against a daily requirement of roughly 2,244.81 thousand tonnes. The report applies the 2017 criticality methodology and flags 19 of the linked plants as carrying low stock.
8CEA tracks 5,192 MW of thermal and nuclear units returning to the grid as of 30 May
CEA's recommissioning report for 30 May 2026 lists thermal and nuclear units being brought back online, totalling 5,191.50 MW of capacity. The report logs each station's maintenance date, synchronisation date and present status, charting the pipeline of plants re-entering service against the larger pool of units still under outage, including a separate 9,259 MW that went out of grid on 30 May, much of it on reserve shutdown amid weak demand.
89,259 MW tripped or shut on 30 May as low demand forces reserve shutdowns, CEA reports
CEA's list of thermal and nuclear units that went out of grid on 30 May 2026 captures 9,259 MW of capacity taken offline that day, much of it on reserve shutdown amid weak demand. Rajasthan's Suratgarh TPS shed five 250 MW units, while Harduaganj TPS and Jalipa Kapurdi TPP (135 MW, on generator-transformer damage) also went down, illustrating how soft summer-night demand idled large coal blocks across the northern and western grids.
8KERC sets Rs. 25 lakh tariff-adoption fee under new TBCB transmission-licence rules
KERC notified regulations establishing the licensing framework for intra-state transmission projects selected through tariff-based competitive bidding in Karnataka. The accompanying fee schedule revises the levy on other transmission licensees to Rs. 20 lakh per annum and introduces a new Rs. 25 lakh fee for an application to adopt transmission tariff filed under Section 63 of the Electricity Act, 2003, supporting the state's move to award transmission projects through competitive bidding.
8CEA's station-wise report maps 30 May generation, led by Northern grid's 1,062.64 MU
CEA's exhaustive region, state, sector, type and station-wise generation report for 30 May 2026 details output unit by unit across the country. The Northern Region's monitored 81,766.72 MW delivered 1,062.64 MU against a programme of 1,191.27 MU, with large central units such as Pragati CCGT-III of 1,500 MW itemised. The granular dataset feeds directly into the all-India totals of 4,222.85 MU actual against 4,579.63 MU programmed for the day. Details
NEWS UPDATE: RENEWABLE ENERGY
Jun 02:
SOLAR POWER
8India's renewables deliver 925.62 MU on 31 May, with solar at 540.56 MU outpacing wind
CEA's daily renewable generation report for 31 May 2026 records 925.62 MU of net all-India renewable generation, comprising solar 540.56 MU, wind 357.60 MU and others 27.46 MU. Cumulative May 2026 renewable output reached 31,362.11 MU, with solar at 19,705.01 MU and wind 10,831.45 MU. Among solar parks, NP Kunta (2,300 MW) generated 14.70 MU and Pavagada (2,181 MW) 12.38 MU on the day, while daily RE from inter-state generating stations stood at 328.14 MU.
8NP Kunta and Pavagada solar parks lead RE output with 14.70 MU and 12.38 MU on 31 May
CEA's daily renewable generation report for 31 May 2026 showed the 2,300 MW NP Kunta solar park generating 14.70 MU and the 2,181 MW Pavagada solar park 12.38 MU on the day, among the leading contributors to all-India solar output of 540.56 MU. Daily renewable energy from inter-state generating stations stood at 328.14 MU, with cumulative May solar generation reaching 19,705.01 MU as the summer solar season peaked across the southern parks.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8CERC aligns Datta Power Infra's 162 MW hybrid financial closure with November 2027 COD
CERC's order in Petition No. 1015/MP/2025 allowed Datta Power Infra Private Limited's plea against CTUIL and SJVN to extend the financial-closure timeline and connectivity start date for its 162 MW ISTS-connected wind-solar hybrid project. The Commission aligned the financial-closure deadline with a tentative scheduled commercial operation date of November 2027, easing pressure on the developer while directing CTUIL to process pending final connectivity grants prudently for the renewable hybrid scheme.
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8ACME Sun Power's BESS fleet reaches 1,283.9 MWh after latest Phalodi addition
ACME Solar Holdings Limited reported that its arm ACME Sun Power Private Limited lifted its commissioned battery energy storage capacity to 266.669 MW / 1,283.936 MWh after adding 33.333 MW / 160.512 MWh at Village Badi Sid, Tehsil Bap, District Phalodi in Rajasthan. The build-out underscores the company's push into standalone storage to firm up renewable supply and provide grid balancing, disclosed to the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8HPERC floats Eighth Amendment to its renewable-energy promotion and tariff regulations
HPERC issued a public notice proposing the HPERC (Promotion of Generation from Renewable Energy Sources and Terms and Conditions for Tariff Determination) (Eighth Amendment) Regulations, identified as HPERC-428, framed under Sections 61, 62 and 86 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The draft, on which comments are invited, would update Himachal Pradesh's renewable-energy tariff and promotion framework, affecting developers of small-hydro and other renewable projects in the state.
8TNERC opens draft 2026 tariff regulations for non-conventional energy, comments by 16 June
TNERC published a draft notification of the TNERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff from Non-Conventional Energy Generation Sources) Regulations, 2026, framed under Sections 61, 62, 86 and 181 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The draft will be taken up after 15 days from publication on the TNERC website, and the Commission has invited objections and suggestions, in duplicate, on or before 16 June 2026, ahead of finalising the new non-conventional energy tariff framework. Details
8India's renewables deliver 925.62 MU on 31 May, with solar at 540.56 MU outpacing wind
CEA's daily renewable generation report for 31 May 2026 records 925.62 MU of net all-India renewable generation, comprising solar 540.56 MU, wind 357.60 MU and others 27.46 MU. Cumulative May 2026 renewable output reached 31,362.11 MU, with solar at 19,705.01 MU and wind 10,831.45 MU. Among solar parks, NP Kunta (2,300 MW) generated 14.70 MU and Pavagada (2,181 MW) 12.38 MU on the day, while daily RE from inter-state generating stations stood at 328.14 MU.
8NP Kunta and Pavagada solar parks lead RE output with 14.70 MU and 12.38 MU on 31 May
CEA's daily renewable generation report for 31 May 2026 showed the 2,300 MW NP Kunta solar park generating 14.70 MU and the 2,181 MW Pavagada solar park 12.38 MU on the day, among the leading contributors to all-India solar output of 540.56 MU. Daily renewable energy from inter-state generating stations stood at 328.14 MU, with cumulative May solar generation reaching 19,705.01 MU as the summer solar season peaked across the southern parks.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8CERC aligns Datta Power Infra's 162 MW hybrid financial closure with November 2027 COD
CERC's order in Petition No. 1015/MP/2025 allowed Datta Power Infra Private Limited's plea against CTUIL and SJVN to extend the financial-closure timeline and connectivity start date for its 162 MW ISTS-connected wind-solar hybrid project. The Commission aligned the financial-closure deadline with a tentative scheduled commercial operation date of November 2027, easing pressure on the developer while directing CTUIL to process pending final connectivity grants prudently for the renewable hybrid scheme.
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8ACME Sun Power's BESS fleet reaches 1,283.9 MWh after latest Phalodi addition
ACME Solar Holdings Limited reported that its arm ACME Sun Power Private Limited lifted its commissioned battery energy storage capacity to 266.669 MW / 1,283.936 MWh after adding 33.333 MW / 160.512 MWh at Village Badi Sid, Tehsil Bap, District Phalodi in Rajasthan. The build-out underscores the company's push into standalone storage to firm up renewable supply and provide grid balancing, disclosed to the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8HPERC floats Eighth Amendment to its renewable-energy promotion and tariff regulations
HPERC issued a public notice proposing the HPERC (Promotion of Generation from Renewable Energy Sources and Terms and Conditions for Tariff Determination) (Eighth Amendment) Regulations, identified as HPERC-428, framed under Sections 61, 62 and 86 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The draft, on which comments are invited, would update Himachal Pradesh's renewable-energy tariff and promotion framework, affecting developers of small-hydro and other renewable projects in the state.
8TNERC opens draft 2026 tariff regulations for non-conventional energy, comments by 16 June
TNERC published a draft notification of the TNERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff from Non-Conventional Energy Generation Sources) Regulations, 2026, framed under Sections 61, 62, 86 and 181 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The draft will be taken up after 15 days from publication on the TNERC website, and the Commission has invited objections and suggestions, in duplicate, on or before 16 June 2026, ahead of finalising the new non-conventional energy tariff framework. Details
NEWS UPDATE: PROJECT AWARDS & CAPACITY ADDITION
Jun 02:
WORK ORDERS & SUPPLY CONTRACTS
8Kalpataru Projects bags fresh orders worth Rs. 2,002 crore across T&D, buildings and railways
Kalpataru Projects International Limited (BSE: 522287; NSE: KPIL) announced on 1 June 2026 that it and its subsidiaries had secured new orders and notifications of award worth approximately Rs. 2,002 crore. MD and CEO Manish Mohnot said the wins span the overseas power transmission and distribution business, the buildings and factories business in India and the railways business in India, all received in the normal course of business, adding to the company's diversified engineering and construction order book.
8Alfa Transformers wins Rs. 63-crore Madhya Gujarat Vij order for 10 KVA transformers
Alfa Transformers Limited (BSE: 517546) informed the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30 that it received a Letter of Award from Madhya Gujarat Vij Company Limited for the supply of 11 kV / 0.433 kV three-phase 10 KVA aluminium-wound CRGO/amorphous distribution transformers under a CPP tender. The company pegged the size of the order at Rs. 63 crore, a significant award for the transformer maker relative to its scale, to be executed per the attached work order.
8Jainik Power Cables secures BIS certifications for aluminium conductors and power cables
Jainik Power Cables Limited announced on 1 June 2026 that it has obtained all major Bureau of Indian Standards certifications required to manufacture and supply a comprehensive range of aluminium conductors and power cables. The company described the milestone as achieving full operational readiness to serve utilities, EPC contractors, infrastructure projects, industrial customers and government organisations across India, positioning it to bid for utility and EPC supply contracts.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8ERPC routes 120 MW of Patratu power to Chhattisgarh and 50 MW to Tripura, cuts Buxar supply
ERPC revised the share allocation of Central Generating Stations of the Eastern Region and Bhutan hydro stations to reflect 120 MW from Patratu Stage-I to Chhattisgarh and 50 MW from NTPC Farakka STPP-I&II to Tripura, alongside discontinuation of 99 MW from Buxar TPP to Tamil Nadu. The order recomputes entitlements across stations such as Farakka I&II (1,600 MW), Kahalgaon-II (1,500 MW) and Barh-I (1,980 MW) for beneficiary states including Bihar, Jharkhand and Tripura.
8ERPC strips 329.36 MW of relinquished Bihar-Farakka power from Tamil Nadu from 3 June
In an order dated 1 June 2026, ERPC discontinued the allocation of 329.36 MW to Tamil Nadu drawn from Bihar's relinquished share in NTPC Farakka STPP-I&II (1,600 MW), to take effect from 00:00 hours on 3 June 2026 per the Ministry of Power letter dated 18 February 2026. The revised allocation of Eastern Region central stations and Bhutan hydro stations reassigns the freed capacity among beneficiaries such as Bihar and Jharkhand, as set out in the accompanying annexure.
8NRPC reshuffles 80 MW from Tamil Nadu to Punjab and Haryana from June 2026
In a corrigendum dated 30 May 2026, NRPC revised the allocation of Central Generating Station power for June 2026. Following the Ministry of Power's expiry of an allocation to Tamil Nadu on 31 May 2026, 36 MW from Unchahar TPP-I was de-allocated from Tamil Nadu and given to Punjab, and 44 MW from Tanda-II STPS moved from Tamil Nadu to Haryana, both effective 00:00 hours on 1 June 2026. NLDC and UP-SLDC were directed to implement the order, with beneficiaries required to sign PPAs.
8Coal Ministry orders allottees to renew bank guarantees 7 days before expiry or face forfeiture
In a notice dated 1 June 2026, the nominated authority in the Ministry of Coal directed all coal-block allottees to submit renewed original performance bank guarantees in physical form at least seven working days before the existing guarantee expires. Citing Clause 6.1.6 of the relevant allotment agreements, the authority warned that failure to renew within the timeline may attract appropriation of 100% of the performance security, and declared the notice a standing instruction for future renewals.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8ACME Solar commissions 33.3 MW more BESS, taking total storage to 266.7 MW
ACME Solar Holdings Limited (NSE: ACMESOLAR; BSE: 544283) told the exchanges that its arm ACME Sun Power Private Limited commissioned an additional 33.333 MW / 160.512 MWh of battery energy storage system capacity at Village Badi Sid, Tehsil Bap, District Phalodi. With this, ACME Sun Power's commissioned BESS capacity reached 266.669 MW / 1,283.936 MWh, marking continued progress in the company's standalone storage build-out under the SEBI Regulation 30 disclosure framework.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8POWERGRID wins Tumkur-II RE transmission SPV to evacuate 2.7 GW of Karnataka renewables
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (BSE: 532898; NSE: POWERGRID) informed the exchanges on 29 May 2026 that, as the successful TBCB bidder, it acquired Tumkur II RE Transmission Limited from bid process coordinator PFC Consulting Limited on a build-own-operate-transfer basis. The SPV will establish transmission system strengthening at Tumkur-II for integration of additional RE potential of 2.7 GW, comprising a 400 kV double-circuit line in Karnataka with ICT and line-bay augmentation at the pooling station.
8Siemens completes Rs. 2,200-crore slump sale of low-voltage motors business to Innomotics
Siemens Limited (NSE: SIEMENS) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that on 1 June 2026 it completed the sale and transfer of its low-voltage motors and geared motors business, as a going concern on a slump-sale basis, to Innomotics India Private Limited for Rs. 2,200 crore (INR 22 billion). The transaction follows the slump-sale agreement dated 8 December 2025 described in the company's earlier disclosures of December 2025 and February 2026, completing a major portfolio carve-out. Details
8Kalpataru Projects bags fresh orders worth Rs. 2,002 crore across T&D, buildings and railways
Kalpataru Projects International Limited (BSE: 522287; NSE: KPIL) announced on 1 June 2026 that it and its subsidiaries had secured new orders and notifications of award worth approximately Rs. 2,002 crore. MD and CEO Manish Mohnot said the wins span the overseas power transmission and distribution business, the buildings and factories business in India and the railways business in India, all received in the normal course of business, adding to the company's diversified engineering and construction order book.
8Alfa Transformers wins Rs. 63-crore Madhya Gujarat Vij order for 10 KVA transformers
Alfa Transformers Limited (BSE: 517546) informed the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30 that it received a Letter of Award from Madhya Gujarat Vij Company Limited for the supply of 11 kV / 0.433 kV three-phase 10 KVA aluminium-wound CRGO/amorphous distribution transformers under a CPP tender. The company pegged the size of the order at Rs. 63 crore, a significant award for the transformer maker relative to its scale, to be executed per the attached work order.
8Jainik Power Cables secures BIS certifications for aluminium conductors and power cables
Jainik Power Cables Limited announced on 1 June 2026 that it has obtained all major Bureau of Indian Standards certifications required to manufacture and supply a comprehensive range of aluminium conductors and power cables. The company described the milestone as achieving full operational readiness to serve utilities, EPC contractors, infrastructure projects, industrial customers and government organisations across India, positioning it to bid for utility and EPC supply contracts.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8ERPC routes 120 MW of Patratu power to Chhattisgarh and 50 MW to Tripura, cuts Buxar supply
ERPC revised the share allocation of Central Generating Stations of the Eastern Region and Bhutan hydro stations to reflect 120 MW from Patratu Stage-I to Chhattisgarh and 50 MW from NTPC Farakka STPP-I&II to Tripura, alongside discontinuation of 99 MW from Buxar TPP to Tamil Nadu. The order recomputes entitlements across stations such as Farakka I&II (1,600 MW), Kahalgaon-II (1,500 MW) and Barh-I (1,980 MW) for beneficiary states including Bihar, Jharkhand and Tripura.
8ERPC strips 329.36 MW of relinquished Bihar-Farakka power from Tamil Nadu from 3 June
In an order dated 1 June 2026, ERPC discontinued the allocation of 329.36 MW to Tamil Nadu drawn from Bihar's relinquished share in NTPC Farakka STPP-I&II (1,600 MW), to take effect from 00:00 hours on 3 June 2026 per the Ministry of Power letter dated 18 February 2026. The revised allocation of Eastern Region central stations and Bhutan hydro stations reassigns the freed capacity among beneficiaries such as Bihar and Jharkhand, as set out in the accompanying annexure.
8NRPC reshuffles 80 MW from Tamil Nadu to Punjab and Haryana from June 2026
In a corrigendum dated 30 May 2026, NRPC revised the allocation of Central Generating Station power for June 2026. Following the Ministry of Power's expiry of an allocation to Tamil Nadu on 31 May 2026, 36 MW from Unchahar TPP-I was de-allocated from Tamil Nadu and given to Punjab, and 44 MW from Tanda-II STPS moved from Tamil Nadu to Haryana, both effective 00:00 hours on 1 June 2026. NLDC and UP-SLDC were directed to implement the order, with beneficiaries required to sign PPAs.
8Coal Ministry orders allottees to renew bank guarantees 7 days before expiry or face forfeiture
In a notice dated 1 June 2026, the nominated authority in the Ministry of Coal directed all coal-block allottees to submit renewed original performance bank guarantees in physical form at least seven working days before the existing guarantee expires. Citing Clause 6.1.6 of the relevant allotment agreements, the authority warned that failure to renew within the timeline may attract appropriation of 100% of the performance security, and declared the notice a standing instruction for future renewals.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8ACME Solar commissions 33.3 MW more BESS, taking total storage to 266.7 MW
ACME Solar Holdings Limited (NSE: ACMESOLAR; BSE: 544283) told the exchanges that its arm ACME Sun Power Private Limited commissioned an additional 33.333 MW / 160.512 MWh of battery energy storage system capacity at Village Badi Sid, Tehsil Bap, District Phalodi. With this, ACME Sun Power's commissioned BESS capacity reached 266.669 MW / 1,283.936 MWh, marking continued progress in the company's standalone storage build-out under the SEBI Regulation 30 disclosure framework.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8POWERGRID wins Tumkur-II RE transmission SPV to evacuate 2.7 GW of Karnataka renewables
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (BSE: 532898; NSE: POWERGRID) informed the exchanges on 29 May 2026 that, as the successful TBCB bidder, it acquired Tumkur II RE Transmission Limited from bid process coordinator PFC Consulting Limited on a build-own-operate-transfer basis. The SPV will establish transmission system strengthening at Tumkur-II for integration of additional RE potential of 2.7 GW, comprising a 400 kV double-circuit line in Karnataka with ICT and line-bay augmentation at the pooling station.
8Siemens completes Rs. 2,200-crore slump sale of low-voltage motors business to Innomotics
Siemens Limited (NSE: SIEMENS) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that on 1 June 2026 it completed the sale and transfer of its low-voltage motors and geared motors business, as a going concern on a slump-sale basis, to Innomotics India Private Limited for Rs. 2,200 crore (INR 22 billion). The transaction follows the slump-sale agreement dated 8 December 2025 described in the company's earlier disclosures of December 2025 and February 2026, completing a major portfolio carve-out. Details
NEWS UPDATE: TARIFF & REGULATORY ORDERS
Jun 02:
COMMISSION ORDERS (CERC/SERC)
8CERC orders BSES Yamuna to pay DVC Rs. 251 crore in four instalments to settle dues
In Petition No. 319/MP/2019 dated 31 May 2026, CERC adjudicated a payment dispute between Damodar Valley Corporation and BSES Yamuna Power Limited. DVC pegged outstanding dues as on 30 April 2022 at Rs. 351.18 crore, including Rs. 94.54 crore of late-payment surcharge, while BYPL admitted just Rs. 4.81 lakh. The Commission directed BYPL to pay DVC Rs. 251 crore in four equal instalments of Rs. 62.75 crore, anchored to the Supreme Court's disposal of W.P.(C) No. 105 of 2014.
8CERC clears NTPC's Pakri Barwadih coal input price for the 2019-2024 supply period
In Petition No. 60/MP/2022 dated 26 May 2026, CERC took up NTPC Limited's plea against Bihar's BSPHCL and DISCOMs to determine the input price of coal from the Pakri Barwadih mine for 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2024. The Commission examined the revised mining plan approved on 21 September 2023, the 15 MTPA peak rated capacity sanctioned by the Ministry of Coal in 2006, and recovery of liquidated damages of Rs. 23.62 per tonne from the mine developer-cum-operator in fixing the price.
8CERC disposes POWERGRID plea on de-capitalised assets; unrecovered depreciation near Rs. 28 crore
In Petition No. 61/MP/2022 dated 1 June 2026, CERC addressed POWERGRID's case on the de-capitalisation of transmission assets taken out of use during technical upgradation or modification. While counsel initially cited an exposure of around Rs. 250 crore, the Commission noted total unrecovered depreciation for 2019-24 at about Rs. 28 crore and held that depreciation be allowed at applicable rates for assets replaced under approved schemes, disposing of the petition on those terms.
8CERC approves Rs. 360-crore security interest for Solapur Transmission's 1,500 MW RE link
In Petition No. 147/MP/2026 dated 30 May 2026, CERC permitted Solapur Transmission Limited to create a security interest of Rs. 360 crore over its movable and immovable assets in favour of Axis Trustee Services Limited, acting as security trustee for the project's lenders. The approval, under Sections 17(3) and 17(4) of the Electricity Act, 2003, covers the company's transmission scheme for evacuating 1,500 MW of renewable energy, and the petition was disposed of on those terms.
8UERC trims Greenko Budhil's 70 MW hydro charges to Rs. 69.87 crore for FY27
In an order dated 27 May 2026, UERC decided the true-up for FY25, annual performance review for FY26 and ARR for FY27 of Greenko Budhil Hydro Power Private Limited's 70 MW hydro project, which supplies power to UPCL under a PPA. The Commission approved trued-up annual fixed charges of Rs. 98.19 crore for FY25 after sharing of gains and losses, and set the net annual fixed charge for FY27 at Rs. 69.87 crore, along with the applicable capacity and energy charge rates.
8HESCOM to levy 35 paise per unit fuel surcharge in June 2026 as cost rises Rs. 53.25 crore
Under an FPPCA order dated 30 May 2026, Hubli Electricity Supply Company Limited (HESCOM) will collect 35 paise per unit from all consumer categories in June 2026. The charge follows a Rs. 53.25 crore increase, including the Z-factor, in HESCOM's power-purchase cost for April 2026 over the level approved in its tariff order. The amount was computed using the formula notified in the KERC (FPPCA) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2023, and applies across the utility's distribution area.
OMBUDSMAN & CONSUMER GRIEVANCE
8Uttarakhand ombudsman upholds UPCL denial of new society connection over Rs. 40,950 dues
The Electricity Ombudsman, Uttarakhand, dismissed Representation No. 11/2026 by Ram Singh Gussain of Kailash Vihar, Nainital, in an award dated 29 May 2026, upholding the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum, Haldwani's order of 16 January 2026. UPCL had declined a fresh connection in a society where an earlier connection had been temporarily disconnected on 16 September 2025 over outstanding dues of Rs. 40,950; the ombudsman held the forum's order was liable to be upheld and dismissed the petition.
8Uttarakhand ombudsman backs UPCL's 40 kW load billing in Rs. 2.62 lakh Dehradun dispute
The Electricity Ombudsman, Uttarakhand, dismissed Representation No. 05/2026 by Sushila Singh of Dehradun in an award dated 29 May 2026, upholding the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum, Garhwal Zone's order of 29 December 2025. The ombudsman held that UPCL had rightly billed for the enhanced contracted load of 40 kW effective 9 October 2024, with ledger dues totalling Rs. 2,62,206 after adding January, February and March bills, and vacated the interim stay granted on 17 February 2026.
8Uttarakhand ombudsman orders UPCL to act on Mukteshwar cottage-owner's connection plea
In an award dated 29 May 2026, the Electricity Ombudsman, Uttarakhand, allowed Representation No. 63/2025 by Swati Sinha of Mukteshwar, Nainital, setting aside the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum, Haldwani's order of 28 November 2025. The dispute arose where a developer had applied for a 100 KVA transformer single-point bulk supply for around 18 cottages; the ombudsman found the petitioner, who held a domestic connection since 2022, was entitled to relief and directed the respondents to act accordingly.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8CERC grants Datta Power Infra extended financial-closure timeline for 162 MW hybrid
In Petition No. 1015/MP/2025 with IA No. 5/2026 dated 31 May 2026, CERC allowed Datta Power Infra Private Limited's plea against CTUIL and SJVN for an extension of the financial-closure timeline and connectivity start date for its 162 MW ISTS-connected wind-solar hybrid project. The Commission aligned the financial-closure deadline with a tentative scheduled commercial operation date of November 2027 and directed CTUIL to process pending final connectivity grants prudently in future cases.
8RKM Powergen withdraws CERC petition over FGD change-in-law claim for 360 MW UP plant
In Petition No. 191/MP/2024 dated 1 June 2026, R.K.M. Powergen Private Limited had sought a change-in-law declaration over the Ministry of Power's 7 December 2016 notification mandating flue gas desulphurisation systems, and in-principle approval of the estimated installation cost under its PPA with Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited for its 360 MW plant. CERC ultimately disposed of the petition as withdrawn, leaving the FGD cost-recovery claim to be pursued separately.
8MERC takes up STU plea for Lodha-funded 400/220 kV Ambernath GIS substation
In Case No. 88 of 2026 dated 1 June 2026, MERC examined the Maharashtra State Transmission Utility's petition seeking approval to develop the proposed 400/220 kV gas-insulated Ambernath substation under the dedicated distribution facility framework, with recovery of operation and maintenance expenses from Lodha Developers Limited for the life of the asset. Filed under Sections 86 and 39 of the Electricity Act, 2003, the case weighs whether the STU or Lodha should execute the project, with MSETCL as co-respondent.
8UPERC admits Lucknow residents' petition against transmission-tower alignment
In an order dated 1 June 2026 in Petition No. 2374 of 2026, UPERC admitted a revision filed under Rule 3(3) of the Works of Licensees Rules, 2006 by Naresh Kumar Yadav and Pankaj Yadav of Lucknow. The petition, filed pursuant to a High Court of Allahabad direction dated 30 April 2026, challenges the alignment of a transmission line they say crosses their residential land, and the Commission directed the District Magistrate, Lucknow and UPPTCL to file a detailed reply within one week.
8GERC reserves order on Juniper Green Beam's 50 MW Gujarat wind COD-extension plea
In a daily order dated 1 June 2026 in Petition No. 2531 of 2025, GERC heard Juniper Green Beam Private Limited's plea against Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited for extension of the scheduled commercial operation date of its 50 MW wind project under a PPA dated 10 May 2023, citing force-majeure events. The Commission gave the petitioner one week to clarify the net force-majeure impact, land-allotment delay and a claimed 63-day right-of-way delay, and reserved the matter for final order.
8GERC reserves order on Juniper Green Kite's 70 MW wind project COD extension
In a daily order dated 1 June 2026 in Petition No. 2532 of 2025, GERC took up Juniper Green Kite Private Limited's plea against Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited seeking extension of the scheduled commercial operation date for its 70 MW Gujarat wind project under a PPA dated 8 February 2024, on force-majeure grounds. The petitioner was granted one week to clarify the actual net force-majeure impact and right-of-way documentation for a claimed 63-day delay, with GUVNL given a week to respond. Details
8CERC orders BSES Yamuna to pay DVC Rs. 251 crore in four instalments to settle dues
In Petition No. 319/MP/2019 dated 31 May 2026, CERC adjudicated a payment dispute between Damodar Valley Corporation and BSES Yamuna Power Limited. DVC pegged outstanding dues as on 30 April 2022 at Rs. 351.18 crore, including Rs. 94.54 crore of late-payment surcharge, while BYPL admitted just Rs. 4.81 lakh. The Commission directed BYPL to pay DVC Rs. 251 crore in four equal instalments of Rs. 62.75 crore, anchored to the Supreme Court's disposal of W.P.(C) No. 105 of 2014.
8CERC clears NTPC's Pakri Barwadih coal input price for the 2019-2024 supply period
In Petition No. 60/MP/2022 dated 26 May 2026, CERC took up NTPC Limited's plea against Bihar's BSPHCL and DISCOMs to determine the input price of coal from the Pakri Barwadih mine for 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2024. The Commission examined the revised mining plan approved on 21 September 2023, the 15 MTPA peak rated capacity sanctioned by the Ministry of Coal in 2006, and recovery of liquidated damages of Rs. 23.62 per tonne from the mine developer-cum-operator in fixing the price.
8CERC disposes POWERGRID plea on de-capitalised assets; unrecovered depreciation near Rs. 28 crore
In Petition No. 61/MP/2022 dated 1 June 2026, CERC addressed POWERGRID's case on the de-capitalisation of transmission assets taken out of use during technical upgradation or modification. While counsel initially cited an exposure of around Rs. 250 crore, the Commission noted total unrecovered depreciation for 2019-24 at about Rs. 28 crore and held that depreciation be allowed at applicable rates for assets replaced under approved schemes, disposing of the petition on those terms.
8CERC approves Rs. 360-crore security interest for Solapur Transmission's 1,500 MW RE link
In Petition No. 147/MP/2026 dated 30 May 2026, CERC permitted Solapur Transmission Limited to create a security interest of Rs. 360 crore over its movable and immovable assets in favour of Axis Trustee Services Limited, acting as security trustee for the project's lenders. The approval, under Sections 17(3) and 17(4) of the Electricity Act, 2003, covers the company's transmission scheme for evacuating 1,500 MW of renewable energy, and the petition was disposed of on those terms.
8UERC trims Greenko Budhil's 70 MW hydro charges to Rs. 69.87 crore for FY27
In an order dated 27 May 2026, UERC decided the true-up for FY25, annual performance review for FY26 and ARR for FY27 of Greenko Budhil Hydro Power Private Limited's 70 MW hydro project, which supplies power to UPCL under a PPA. The Commission approved trued-up annual fixed charges of Rs. 98.19 crore for FY25 after sharing of gains and losses, and set the net annual fixed charge for FY27 at Rs. 69.87 crore, along with the applicable capacity and energy charge rates.
8HESCOM to levy 35 paise per unit fuel surcharge in June 2026 as cost rises Rs. 53.25 crore
Under an FPPCA order dated 30 May 2026, Hubli Electricity Supply Company Limited (HESCOM) will collect 35 paise per unit from all consumer categories in June 2026. The charge follows a Rs. 53.25 crore increase, including the Z-factor, in HESCOM's power-purchase cost for April 2026 over the level approved in its tariff order. The amount was computed using the formula notified in the KERC (FPPCA) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2023, and applies across the utility's distribution area.
OMBUDSMAN & CONSUMER GRIEVANCE
8Uttarakhand ombudsman upholds UPCL denial of new society connection over Rs. 40,950 dues
The Electricity Ombudsman, Uttarakhand, dismissed Representation No. 11/2026 by Ram Singh Gussain of Kailash Vihar, Nainital, in an award dated 29 May 2026, upholding the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum, Haldwani's order of 16 January 2026. UPCL had declined a fresh connection in a society where an earlier connection had been temporarily disconnected on 16 September 2025 over outstanding dues of Rs. 40,950; the ombudsman held the forum's order was liable to be upheld and dismissed the petition.
8Uttarakhand ombudsman backs UPCL's 40 kW load billing in Rs. 2.62 lakh Dehradun dispute
The Electricity Ombudsman, Uttarakhand, dismissed Representation No. 05/2026 by Sushila Singh of Dehradun in an award dated 29 May 2026, upholding the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum, Garhwal Zone's order of 29 December 2025. The ombudsman held that UPCL had rightly billed for the enhanced contracted load of 40 kW effective 9 October 2024, with ledger dues totalling Rs. 2,62,206 after adding January, February and March bills, and vacated the interim stay granted on 17 February 2026.
8Uttarakhand ombudsman orders UPCL to act on Mukteshwar cottage-owner's connection plea
In an award dated 29 May 2026, the Electricity Ombudsman, Uttarakhand, allowed Representation No. 63/2025 by Swati Sinha of Mukteshwar, Nainital, setting aside the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum, Haldwani's order of 28 November 2025. The dispute arose where a developer had applied for a 100 KVA transformer single-point bulk supply for around 18 cottages; the ombudsman found the petitioner, who held a domestic connection since 2022, was entitled to relief and directed the respondents to act accordingly.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8CERC grants Datta Power Infra extended financial-closure timeline for 162 MW hybrid
In Petition No. 1015/MP/2025 with IA No. 5/2026 dated 31 May 2026, CERC allowed Datta Power Infra Private Limited's plea against CTUIL and SJVN for an extension of the financial-closure timeline and connectivity start date for its 162 MW ISTS-connected wind-solar hybrid project. The Commission aligned the financial-closure deadline with a tentative scheduled commercial operation date of November 2027 and directed CTUIL to process pending final connectivity grants prudently in future cases.
8RKM Powergen withdraws CERC petition over FGD change-in-law claim for 360 MW UP plant
In Petition No. 191/MP/2024 dated 1 June 2026, R.K.M. Powergen Private Limited had sought a change-in-law declaration over the Ministry of Power's 7 December 2016 notification mandating flue gas desulphurisation systems, and in-principle approval of the estimated installation cost under its PPA with Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited for its 360 MW plant. CERC ultimately disposed of the petition as withdrawn, leaving the FGD cost-recovery claim to be pursued separately.
8MERC takes up STU plea for Lodha-funded 400/220 kV Ambernath GIS substation
In Case No. 88 of 2026 dated 1 June 2026, MERC examined the Maharashtra State Transmission Utility's petition seeking approval to develop the proposed 400/220 kV gas-insulated Ambernath substation under the dedicated distribution facility framework, with recovery of operation and maintenance expenses from Lodha Developers Limited for the life of the asset. Filed under Sections 86 and 39 of the Electricity Act, 2003, the case weighs whether the STU or Lodha should execute the project, with MSETCL as co-respondent.
8UPERC admits Lucknow residents' petition against transmission-tower alignment
In an order dated 1 June 2026 in Petition No. 2374 of 2026, UPERC admitted a revision filed under Rule 3(3) of the Works of Licensees Rules, 2006 by Naresh Kumar Yadav and Pankaj Yadav of Lucknow. The petition, filed pursuant to a High Court of Allahabad direction dated 30 April 2026, challenges the alignment of a transmission line they say crosses their residential land, and the Commission directed the District Magistrate, Lucknow and UPPTCL to file a detailed reply within one week.
8GERC reserves order on Juniper Green Beam's 50 MW Gujarat wind COD-extension plea
In a daily order dated 1 June 2026 in Petition No. 2531 of 2025, GERC heard Juniper Green Beam Private Limited's plea against Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited for extension of the scheduled commercial operation date of its 50 MW wind project under a PPA dated 10 May 2023, citing force-majeure events. The Commission gave the petitioner one week to clarify the net force-majeure impact, land-allotment delay and a claimed 63-day right-of-way delay, and reserved the matter for final order.
8GERC reserves order on Juniper Green Kite's 70 MW wind project COD extension
In a daily order dated 1 June 2026 in Petition No. 2532 of 2025, GERC took up Juniper Green Kite Private Limited's plea against Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited seeking extension of the scheduled commercial operation date for its 70 MW Gujarat wind project under a PPA dated 8 February 2024, on force-majeure grounds. The petitioner was granted one week to clarify the actual net force-majeure impact and right-of-way documentation for a claimed 63-day delay, with GUVNL given a week to respond. Details
NEWS UPDATE: FINANCIAL RESULTS & CORPORATE PERFORMANCE
Jun 02:
QUARTERLY RESULTS
8Ola Electric narrows FY26 loss before tax to Rs. 1,829 crore on Rs. 2,460-crore income
Ola Electric Mobility Limited (NSE: OLAELEC; BSE: 544225) submitted its audited consolidated financial statements for FY26, approved by the Board on 20 May 2026. The results show total income of Rs. 2,460 crore and a loss before tax of Rs. 1,829 crore, narrowing from the prior year's Rs. 2,276 crore loss. Auditors noted accumulated losses and management's reliance on projected future cash flows, including Rs. 1,030 crore of cited items, in assessing the going-concern position.
8Supreme Power Equipment posts Rs. 182.10-crore FY26 income, lifts capacity to 9,000 MVA
Supreme Power Equipment Limited (NSE: SUPREMEPWR) reported FY26 total income of Rs. 182.10 crore, EBITDA of Rs. 33.29 crore and net profit of Rs. 20.44 crore in its H2 FY26 investor presentation under SEBI Regulation 30. The transformer maker raised annual manufacturing capacity from 2,500 MVA to 9,000 MVA during the year and pointed to an order book of over Rs. 588.17 crore, bolstered by orders from Karnataka EPC firms, Kerala State Electricity Board and the Tamil Nadu DISCOM.
8Ola Electric registers 15,139 units in May 2026, up 23% month-on-month
Ola Electric Mobility Limited (NSE: OLAELEC; BSE: 544225) issued a press release on 1 June 2026 reporting 15,139 vehicle registrations in May 2026, up 23% from 12,323 units in April, a pace it said outpaced the broader two-wheeler EV industry. The monthly registrations data, disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30, points to a sequential recovery in deliveries for the electric-scooter maker as it works to stabilise volumes alongside its FY26 results released the same week.
ANNUAL RESULTS
8HVPNL files audited FY26 results, with wheeling revenue from DHBVNL at Rs. 1,335.68 crore
Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL) submitted audited FY26 fourth-quarter results to BSE under SEBI Regulation 52. Income from wheeling of power to DHBVNL was Rs. 1,335.68 crore and to UHBVNL Rs. 1,113.05 crore, alongside Rs. 9.43 crore from TPTCL. The statement also showed revenue from BBMB power sales of Rs. 255.73 crore and common-pool sales of Rs. 111.25 crore, with other comprehensive income of Rs. 363.42 crore for the year ended 31 March 2026.
DIVIDEND & BOARD DECISIONS
8HVPNL's audited FY26 results cleared at 226th board meeting on 29 May 2026
Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL) informed BSE under SEBI Regulation 52 that its audited financial results for the fourth quarter of FY26, together with the Limited Review Report, were approved by the Board of Directors at the 226th board meeting held on 29 May 2026. The company recorded that the meeting commenced at 11:15 AM and concluded at 12:30 PM, and confirmed the results were taken on record for filing with the exchange.
8IEX incorporates wholly owned Indian Coal Exchange Limited on 1 June 2026
Indian Energy Exchange Limited (BSE: 540750; NSE: IEX) informed the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30 that it incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary, Indian Coal Exchange Limited, on 1 June 2026. The move marks IEX's formal entry into setting up a dedicated platform for coal trading alongside its established power-market businesses, broadening the exchange's commodity footprint beyond electricity and certificates.
8Adani Energy Solutions floats seven wholly owned Sunrays Step subsidiaries
Adani Energy Solutions Limited (BSE: 539254; NSE: ADANIENSOL) intimated the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30 that it has incorporated 7 wholly owned subsidiaries per MCA intimations, including Sunrays Step I Limited and Sunrays Step II Limited. The new vehicles are expected to house transmission and related project assets, extending the company's structure for building out its expanding inter-state and intra-state network portfolio.
8POWERGRID's executive director M. Q. Huda retires on superannuation from 31 May
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (BSE: 532898; NSE: POWERGRID) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that Mohammad Quamrul Huda, executive director and a senior management person one level below the Board, ceased to hold office upon superannuation with effect from 31 May 2026. The intimation, filed with BSE and NSE per the SEBI master circular dated 30 January 2026, is part of the central transmission utility's continuing senior-management disclosures.
8BSE and NSE fine POWERGRID Rs. 5.31 lakh each over Q4 board-composition lapse
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited told the exchanges that on 27 May 2026 it received notices from BSE and NSE imposing a fine of Rs. 5,31,000 inclusive of GST each for non-compliance with the board-composition requirement under Regulation 17(1) of SEBI listing rules during the quarter ended 31 March 2026. The company disclosed the action under Regulation 30 read with Schedule III, identifying both exchanges as the imposing authorities at the state-run transmission major.
8KPI Green Energy allots 3,30,895 shares under its 2023 employee stock-option plan
KPI Green Energy Limited (BSE: 542323; NSE: KPIGREEN) informed the exchanges that its nomination and remuneration committee, via circular resolution, approved the allotment of 3,30,895 equity shares to eligible employees on exercise of options under the KPI Green ESOP 2023 scheme, disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30. The allotment marginally expands the renewable developer's equity base as it continues to scale its solar and hybrid project portfolio across Gujarat and other states.
8KP Energy issues 2,02,258 shares to staff under its ESOP 2023 plan
KP Energy Limited disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that its compensation committee, through a circular resolution dated 1 June 2026, approved the allotment of 2,02,258 equity shares of Rs. 5 face value to eligible employees on the exercise of options under the KP Energy ESOP 2023 scheme. The routine equity issuance modestly enlarges the wind-focused developer's share capital as it pursues balance-of-plant and project-development work in the renewable sector.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Hitachi Energy India enters FY27 with a record Rs. 29,555-crore order backlog
Hitachi Energy India Limited (BSE: 543187; NSE: POWERINDIA) released the transcript of its analyst and investor call held on 26 May 2026, flagging a record order backlog of Rs. 29,555 crore as of 31 March 2026 that provides multi-year revenue visibility. Management highlighted sustained growth momentum from FY25, 100% renewable energy in its operations and an 11% reduction against its water-use targets, while pointing to strong long-term growth in India's electricity demand over the coming decade.
8GE Vernova T&D India touts HVDC wins of 2.5 GW Khavda and 1 GW Chandrapur in FY26 deck
GE Vernova T&D India Limited (BSE: 522275; NSE: GVT&D), formerly GE T&D India, issued an investor presentation underscoring its push into high-voltage transmission. The deck reports wins including a 2.5 GW Khavda VSC project and a 1 GW Chandrapur HVDC link, the commissioning of the 6 GW Champa system, and a product range spanning compact GIS for 72.5 kV and instrument transformers up to 800 kV, as the company expands lean manufacturing and capex.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure flags 11.5% jump in India power capex at FY26 call
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited (BSE: 534139; NSE: SCHNEIDER) filed the transcript of its earnings call held on 29 May 2026 on its audited results for the quarter and year ended 31 March 2026. Management noted that government capex on the power sector is rolling out about 11.5% higher than last year at around Rs. 12.2 lakh crore, with central power utilities planning roughly 20% higher financial outlays in FY27, even as transmission losses still hover around 7%.
8IEX, JSW Energy, Genus Power and Triveni Turbine line up analyst meets under Regulation 30
Several listed power-sector companies filed SEBI Regulation 30 intimations on 1 June 2026 notifying schedules of analyst and institutional-investor meetings. These included Indian Energy Exchange, JSW Energy Limited (BSE: 533148), Genus Power Infrastructures Limited (NSE: GENUSPOWER) and Triveni Turbine Limited, with one engagement billed as the 'India Rising: The Next' in-person conference. The companies noted the schedules could change due to participant exigencies, per the listing-disclosure requirements.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICRA upside aside, ICICI Securities keeps buy on IREDA with Rs. 180 target as AUM hits Rs. 93,069 crore
ICICI Securities reiterated a buy on IREDA Limited in a Q4 FY26 result update dated 1 June 2026, with a 12-month target price of Rs. 180 against a market price of Rs. 133, implying 35% upside. The renewable-financing NBFC's assets under management grew about 22% year-on-year to Rs. 93,069 crore, net interest income rose 18.5% to Rs. 897 crore, and PAT slipped 1.8% to Rs. 493 crore amid elevated provisioning of Rs. 215 crore.
8CareEdge upgrades Ayana Renewable Power Three to AA- on Rs. 1,260-crore facilities
CARE Ratings upgraded Ayana Renewable Power Three Private Limited's long-term bank facilities of Rs. 48.00 crore and long-term/short-term facilities of Rs. 1,212.00 crore to CARE AA-; Stable / CARE A1+ from CARE A+; Stable on 1 June 2026, while assigning a provisional CARE AA+; Stable to Rs. 1,270.00 crore of facilities. The entity sits in the Ayana RG-2 pool, part of a developer with a 2.3 GW portfolio and combined pool indebtedness capped at Rs. 3,390 crore.
8CareEdge withdraws SAEL Solar MFG's BBB-/A3 ratings after 18-month run of 300 MW line
CARE Ratings reaffirmed and then withdrew its CARE BBB-; Stable / CARE A3 ratings on the bank facilities of SAEL Solar MFG Private Limited on 1 June 2026, acting at the company's request and on a no-objection certificate from its lenders. The reaffirmation reflected a satisfactory track record of over 18 months for the firm's 300 MW solar PV module capacity, commissioned in phases between July and December 2024, though the capacity utilisation factor remained moderate at about 40%.
8CareEdge assigns Project Twelve Renewable Power provisional AA+ for Rs. 974.5 crore
CARE Ratings assigned provisional CARE AA+; Stable and CARE AA+; Stable / CARE A1+ ratings to Rs. 960.00 crore of long-term and Rs. 14.50 crore of long-term/short-term bank facilities of Project Twelve Renewable Power Private Limited on 1 June 2026. The rating uses a combined approach for the Ayana RG-2 pool, backed by parent Ayana Renewable Power's 2.3 GW portfolio, with the proposed restricted group operating 740 MW of plants and pool debt not exceeding Rs. 3,390 crore.
8CareEdge reaffirms Bhadla Renewable Power at AA, assigns provisional AA+ on Rs. 158 crore
CARE Ratings reaffirmed CARE AA; Stable on Rs. 150.43 crore of Bhadla Renewable Power Private Limited's long-term bank facilities and assigned provisional CARE AA+; Stable / CARE A1+ to Rs. 155.00 crore and Rs. 3.10 crore of facilities on 1 June 2026. As with the other Ayana RG-2 entities, the rating draws on parent Ayana Renewable Power's 2.3 GW diversified portfolio and a restricted-group structure operating 740 MW of plants, with combined pool indebtedness capped at Rs. 3,390 crore.
8Borosil Renewables flags Rs. 13.30-crore customs show-cause notice over duties
Borosil Renewables Limited (BSE: 502219; NSE: BORORENEW) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that it received a show-cause notice dated 15 May 2026 under the Customs Act, 1962 from the Commissioner of Customs at Nhava Sheva, Raigad, Maharashtra, alleging short payment of customs duties of Rs. 13.30 crore. The notice relates to the solar-glass maker's import consignments and is subject to adjudication, and was disclosed as a material development to the exchanges. Details
8Ola Electric narrows FY26 loss before tax to Rs. 1,829 crore on Rs. 2,460-crore income
Ola Electric Mobility Limited (NSE: OLAELEC; BSE: 544225) submitted its audited consolidated financial statements for FY26, approved by the Board on 20 May 2026. The results show total income of Rs. 2,460 crore and a loss before tax of Rs. 1,829 crore, narrowing from the prior year's Rs. 2,276 crore loss. Auditors noted accumulated losses and management's reliance on projected future cash flows, including Rs. 1,030 crore of cited items, in assessing the going-concern position.
8Supreme Power Equipment posts Rs. 182.10-crore FY26 income, lifts capacity to 9,000 MVA
Supreme Power Equipment Limited (NSE: SUPREMEPWR) reported FY26 total income of Rs. 182.10 crore, EBITDA of Rs. 33.29 crore and net profit of Rs. 20.44 crore in its H2 FY26 investor presentation under SEBI Regulation 30. The transformer maker raised annual manufacturing capacity from 2,500 MVA to 9,000 MVA during the year and pointed to an order book of over Rs. 588.17 crore, bolstered by orders from Karnataka EPC firms, Kerala State Electricity Board and the Tamil Nadu DISCOM.
8Ola Electric registers 15,139 units in May 2026, up 23% month-on-month
Ola Electric Mobility Limited (NSE: OLAELEC; BSE: 544225) issued a press release on 1 June 2026 reporting 15,139 vehicle registrations in May 2026, up 23% from 12,323 units in April, a pace it said outpaced the broader two-wheeler EV industry. The monthly registrations data, disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30, points to a sequential recovery in deliveries for the electric-scooter maker as it works to stabilise volumes alongside its FY26 results released the same week.
ANNUAL RESULTS
8HVPNL files audited FY26 results, with wheeling revenue from DHBVNL at Rs. 1,335.68 crore
Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL) submitted audited FY26 fourth-quarter results to BSE under SEBI Regulation 52. Income from wheeling of power to DHBVNL was Rs. 1,335.68 crore and to UHBVNL Rs. 1,113.05 crore, alongside Rs. 9.43 crore from TPTCL. The statement also showed revenue from BBMB power sales of Rs. 255.73 crore and common-pool sales of Rs. 111.25 crore, with other comprehensive income of Rs. 363.42 crore for the year ended 31 March 2026.
DIVIDEND & BOARD DECISIONS
8HVPNL's audited FY26 results cleared at 226th board meeting on 29 May 2026
Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL) informed BSE under SEBI Regulation 52 that its audited financial results for the fourth quarter of FY26, together with the Limited Review Report, were approved by the Board of Directors at the 226th board meeting held on 29 May 2026. The company recorded that the meeting commenced at 11:15 AM and concluded at 12:30 PM, and confirmed the results were taken on record for filing with the exchange.
8IEX incorporates wholly owned Indian Coal Exchange Limited on 1 June 2026
Indian Energy Exchange Limited (BSE: 540750; NSE: IEX) informed the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30 that it incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary, Indian Coal Exchange Limited, on 1 June 2026. The move marks IEX's formal entry into setting up a dedicated platform for coal trading alongside its established power-market businesses, broadening the exchange's commodity footprint beyond electricity and certificates.
8Adani Energy Solutions floats seven wholly owned Sunrays Step subsidiaries
Adani Energy Solutions Limited (BSE: 539254; NSE: ADANIENSOL) intimated the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30 that it has incorporated 7 wholly owned subsidiaries per MCA intimations, including Sunrays Step I Limited and Sunrays Step II Limited. The new vehicles are expected to house transmission and related project assets, extending the company's structure for building out its expanding inter-state and intra-state network portfolio.
8POWERGRID's executive director M. Q. Huda retires on superannuation from 31 May
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (BSE: 532898; NSE: POWERGRID) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that Mohammad Quamrul Huda, executive director and a senior management person one level below the Board, ceased to hold office upon superannuation with effect from 31 May 2026. The intimation, filed with BSE and NSE per the SEBI master circular dated 30 January 2026, is part of the central transmission utility's continuing senior-management disclosures.
8BSE and NSE fine POWERGRID Rs. 5.31 lakh each over Q4 board-composition lapse
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited told the exchanges that on 27 May 2026 it received notices from BSE and NSE imposing a fine of Rs. 5,31,000 inclusive of GST each for non-compliance with the board-composition requirement under Regulation 17(1) of SEBI listing rules during the quarter ended 31 March 2026. The company disclosed the action under Regulation 30 read with Schedule III, identifying both exchanges as the imposing authorities at the state-run transmission major.
8KPI Green Energy allots 3,30,895 shares under its 2023 employee stock-option plan
KPI Green Energy Limited (BSE: 542323; NSE: KPIGREEN) informed the exchanges that its nomination and remuneration committee, via circular resolution, approved the allotment of 3,30,895 equity shares to eligible employees on exercise of options under the KPI Green ESOP 2023 scheme, disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30. The allotment marginally expands the renewable developer's equity base as it continues to scale its solar and hybrid project portfolio across Gujarat and other states.
8KP Energy issues 2,02,258 shares to staff under its ESOP 2023 plan
KP Energy Limited disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that its compensation committee, through a circular resolution dated 1 June 2026, approved the allotment of 2,02,258 equity shares of Rs. 5 face value to eligible employees on the exercise of options under the KP Energy ESOP 2023 scheme. The routine equity issuance modestly enlarges the wind-focused developer's share capital as it pursues balance-of-plant and project-development work in the renewable sector.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Hitachi Energy India enters FY27 with a record Rs. 29,555-crore order backlog
Hitachi Energy India Limited (BSE: 543187; NSE: POWERINDIA) released the transcript of its analyst and investor call held on 26 May 2026, flagging a record order backlog of Rs. 29,555 crore as of 31 March 2026 that provides multi-year revenue visibility. Management highlighted sustained growth momentum from FY25, 100% renewable energy in its operations and an 11% reduction against its water-use targets, while pointing to strong long-term growth in India's electricity demand over the coming decade.
8GE Vernova T&D India touts HVDC wins of 2.5 GW Khavda and 1 GW Chandrapur in FY26 deck
GE Vernova T&D India Limited (BSE: 522275; NSE: GVT&D), formerly GE T&D India, issued an investor presentation underscoring its push into high-voltage transmission. The deck reports wins including a 2.5 GW Khavda VSC project and a 1 GW Chandrapur HVDC link, the commissioning of the 6 GW Champa system, and a product range spanning compact GIS for 72.5 kV and instrument transformers up to 800 kV, as the company expands lean manufacturing and capex.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure flags 11.5% jump in India power capex at FY26 call
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited (BSE: 534139; NSE: SCHNEIDER) filed the transcript of its earnings call held on 29 May 2026 on its audited results for the quarter and year ended 31 March 2026. Management noted that government capex on the power sector is rolling out about 11.5% higher than last year at around Rs. 12.2 lakh crore, with central power utilities planning roughly 20% higher financial outlays in FY27, even as transmission losses still hover around 7%.
8IEX, JSW Energy, Genus Power and Triveni Turbine line up analyst meets under Regulation 30
Several listed power-sector companies filed SEBI Regulation 30 intimations on 1 June 2026 notifying schedules of analyst and institutional-investor meetings. These included Indian Energy Exchange, JSW Energy Limited (BSE: 533148), Genus Power Infrastructures Limited (NSE: GENUSPOWER) and Triveni Turbine Limited, with one engagement billed as the 'India Rising: The Next' in-person conference. The companies noted the schedules could change due to participant exigencies, per the listing-disclosure requirements.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICRA upside aside, ICICI Securities keeps buy on IREDA with Rs. 180 target as AUM hits Rs. 93,069 crore
ICICI Securities reiterated a buy on IREDA Limited in a Q4 FY26 result update dated 1 June 2026, with a 12-month target price of Rs. 180 against a market price of Rs. 133, implying 35% upside. The renewable-financing NBFC's assets under management grew about 22% year-on-year to Rs. 93,069 crore, net interest income rose 18.5% to Rs. 897 crore, and PAT slipped 1.8% to Rs. 493 crore amid elevated provisioning of Rs. 215 crore.
8CareEdge upgrades Ayana Renewable Power Three to AA- on Rs. 1,260-crore facilities
CARE Ratings upgraded Ayana Renewable Power Three Private Limited's long-term bank facilities of Rs. 48.00 crore and long-term/short-term facilities of Rs. 1,212.00 crore to CARE AA-; Stable / CARE A1+ from CARE A+; Stable on 1 June 2026, while assigning a provisional CARE AA+; Stable to Rs. 1,270.00 crore of facilities. The entity sits in the Ayana RG-2 pool, part of a developer with a 2.3 GW portfolio and combined pool indebtedness capped at Rs. 3,390 crore.
8CareEdge withdraws SAEL Solar MFG's BBB-/A3 ratings after 18-month run of 300 MW line
CARE Ratings reaffirmed and then withdrew its CARE BBB-; Stable / CARE A3 ratings on the bank facilities of SAEL Solar MFG Private Limited on 1 June 2026, acting at the company's request and on a no-objection certificate from its lenders. The reaffirmation reflected a satisfactory track record of over 18 months for the firm's 300 MW solar PV module capacity, commissioned in phases between July and December 2024, though the capacity utilisation factor remained moderate at about 40%.
8CareEdge assigns Project Twelve Renewable Power provisional AA+ for Rs. 974.5 crore
CARE Ratings assigned provisional CARE AA+; Stable and CARE AA+; Stable / CARE A1+ ratings to Rs. 960.00 crore of long-term and Rs. 14.50 crore of long-term/short-term bank facilities of Project Twelve Renewable Power Private Limited on 1 June 2026. The rating uses a combined approach for the Ayana RG-2 pool, backed by parent Ayana Renewable Power's 2.3 GW portfolio, with the proposed restricted group operating 740 MW of plants and pool debt not exceeding Rs. 3,390 crore.
8CareEdge reaffirms Bhadla Renewable Power at AA, assigns provisional AA+ on Rs. 158 crore
CARE Ratings reaffirmed CARE AA; Stable on Rs. 150.43 crore of Bhadla Renewable Power Private Limited's long-term bank facilities and assigned provisional CARE AA+; Stable / CARE A1+ to Rs. 155.00 crore and Rs. 3.10 crore of facilities on 1 June 2026. As with the other Ayana RG-2 entities, the rating draws on parent Ayana Renewable Power's 2.3 GW diversified portfolio and a restricted-group structure operating 740 MW of plants, with combined pool indebtedness capped at Rs. 3,390 crore.
8Borosil Renewables flags Rs. 13.30-crore customs show-cause notice over duties
Borosil Renewables Limited (BSE: 502219; NSE: BORORENEW) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that it received a show-cause notice dated 15 May 2026 under the Customs Act, 1962 from the Commissioner of Customs at Nhava Sheva, Raigad, Maharashtra, alleging short payment of customs duties of Rs. 13.30 crore. The notice relates to the solar-glass maker's import consignments and is subject to adjudication, and was disclosed as a material development to the exchanges. Details
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8The Big Solar Shift: How a new rule could impact costs and supply Details
8Why rooftop solar may get costlier despite government subsidies Details
8Installing rooftop solar panels in India New rules could make them costlier – Here’s why Details
8Top Stories Of The Day: MNRE Moves RE Extensions Online; 14,000 Punjab Solar Projects Details
8Ohmium and InSolare Partner with NLC India to Develop 4 MW Green Hydrogen Project in Tamil Nadu Details
8Invergy Launches 3 GWh BESS Gigafactory in Uttar Pradesh to Strengthen India’s Energy Storage Manufacturing Ecosystem Details
8India Mandates Domestic Solar Cells To Reduce Import Dependence; Industry Divided Details
8Solar Power rule change from June 1: No more China Solar Cells; what it means, who gets hit Details
8India Changes Solar Power Rules From June 1: Planning Rooftop Solar Panel Installation Check New Guidelines, Subsidies, Costs, Eligibility, Savings & Key Updates Details
8India Enforces New Solar Sourcing Rules to Reduce Dependence on Chinese Imports Details
8Key financial changes take effect from June 1 across India Details
8Mandatory Indian cells: How new rule could add up to Rs 15,000 to your solar budget Details
8New solar policy likely to raise installation costs across India Details
8India June Financial Update: LPG Costs and Solar Policy Shifts Details
8AP’s power sector key to India’s clean energy transition: AP Transco JMD Surya Sai Praveenchand Details
8Coal India output falls 11.6% in May even as power demand hits record high Details
8Power demand hits all-time high in May amid intense heatwave conditions Details
8Coal India’s May Production Slips 1.2% As Power Demand Surges Details
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Rs 147 crore transmission award shifts focus to execution risk
Jun 01:
8A Rs 147.32 crore transmission package covering substation augmentation and associated connectivity works has entered the execution phase under a single contract.
8Beyond the award value, the bundled scope creates a complex delivery challenge that could offer clues to future transmission procurement strategies. Details
8Beyond the award value, the bundled scope creates a complex delivery challenge that could offer clues to future transmission procurement strategies. Details
Rs 15 million threshold remains intact as hydro tender keeps strict entry barriers
Jun 01:
8A hydroelectric package has retained its key qualification requirements despite multiple bidder requests for relaxation.
8The decision reinforces a selective participation model where technical capability and financial strength are tested well before the price competition begins. Details
8The decision reinforces a selective participation model where technical capability and financial strength are tested well before the price competition begins. Details
Rs 797 crore mining logistics package reshapes contractor dynamics
Jun 01:
8A Rs 797 crore coal logistics package is attracting attention not just for its size but for the contracting approach embedded within it.
8The structure could influence bidder participation and execution accountability, offering clues to how large mining logistics contracts may evolve going forward. Details
8The structure could influence bidder participation and execution accountability, offering clues to how large mining logistics contracts may evolve going forward. Details
Rs 465 crore logistics award highlights evolving transport procurement model
Jun 01:
8A Rs 465 crore mining logistics contract has been awarded under a structure that stands out for more than its scale.
8The commercial framework offers fresh insight into how future transport competitions may be designed and evaluated across large mining operations. Details
8The commercial framework offers fresh insight into how future transport competitions may be designed and evaluated across large mining operations. Details
Rs 300 crore logistics award signals shift in capacity allocation model
Jun 01:
8A Rs 300 crore industrial logistics contract has moved forward with a commercial structure that goes beyond conventional transportation awards.
8The framework could influence how future execution volumes are distributed, making the award mechanism as significant as the contract value itself. Details
8The framework could influence how future execution volumes are distributed, making the award mechanism as significant as the contract value itself. Details
Thermal, hydro, pumped storage, solar, wind, BESS and T&D contract related activities of the day
Daily forward looking import matrices
Jun 01:
It is easy to get month-old import data but it is difficult to solicit forthcoming shipment information in India. We go through a laborious process of data collection to get you full import information, including company-wise, quantity-wise, port-wise, vessel-wise cargoes which are coming into India in the next 15-to30 days.
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8LNG
8Crude
8Chemicals
8Fertilizers
8LPG
8Ammonia
8Coal & Coke
8All tankers
8Bulk and Dry cargo
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Get the daily updates for :
8LNG
8Crude
8Chemicals
8Fertilizers
8LPG
8Ammonia
8Coal & Coke
8All tankers
8Bulk and Dry cargo
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Contracting news for the day
Jun 01:
8Transmission package ties contractor fate to tariff-bid outcome
A new transmission procurement has introduced a structure where the eventual construction award depends on success in a separate tariff-based competition. The model shifts part of the commercial risk onto bidders and could narrow the field well before project execution begins.
8Risk-loaded tie-up model emerges in nuclear switchyard chase
A pre-bid partnership exercise for a high-value nuclear switchyard package places pricing and exclusivity commitments on suppliers long before any award is secured. The structure leaves the final order contingent on multiple approvals while allowing the lead bidder significant flexibility to walk away, creating an unusual risk equation for potential partners.
8Mid-tender eligibility tweak changes dynamics of multi-substation package
A large turnkey transmission package combining multiple substation projects has undergone a qualification amendment after launch, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape. The revised eligibility framework, coupled with a bundled execution model, could prove more decisive than the contract value itself in determining bidder participation.
8Eligibility filters take centre stage in mega rooftop solar package
A large-scale rooftop solar procurement has aggregated thousands of sites into a single award, creating one of the sector’s more demanding execution footprints. While the project size attracts attention, the real differentiator may be the qualification thresholds that could sharply influence the depth of competition.
8Long-term performance clauses shape competition in new BESS package
A multi-thousand-MWh battery storage EPC opportunity has entered the market with stringent long-term performance commitments extending well beyond project commissioning. The capacity-retention obligations and lifecycle requirements may prove more influential than project size in determining the pool of credible bidders.
8Repeated extensions signal challenges in AI monitoring procurement
An AI-based power plant monitoring tender has received another deadline extension alongside a subtle amendment to a key commercial clause. The combination of multiple schedule revisions and targeted bid-condition changes offers clues about the market’s response to the project’s technical and contractual demands.
8Hydrogen project hides a civil-works story beneath the green label
A new hydrogen-linked package is drawing attention for its clean-energy association, but the immediate execution challenge lies largely in site-development and infrastructure works. The contrast between the project branding and the actual scope could prove critical for bidders shaping costs and deployment strategies.
8Qualification barriers emerge as key issue in township construction tender
A large residential township package has received another schedule extension, drawing attention to the eligibility requirements rather than the project value itself. The combination of stringent qualification criteria and challenging site-execution conditions could significantly influence the size and strength of the eventual bidder pool. Details
A new transmission procurement has introduced a structure where the eventual construction award depends on success in a separate tariff-based competition. The model shifts part of the commercial risk onto bidders and could narrow the field well before project execution begins.
8Risk-loaded tie-up model emerges in nuclear switchyard chase
A pre-bid partnership exercise for a high-value nuclear switchyard package places pricing and exclusivity commitments on suppliers long before any award is secured. The structure leaves the final order contingent on multiple approvals while allowing the lead bidder significant flexibility to walk away, creating an unusual risk equation for potential partners.
8Mid-tender eligibility tweak changes dynamics of multi-substation package
A large turnkey transmission package combining multiple substation projects has undergone a qualification amendment after launch, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape. The revised eligibility framework, coupled with a bundled execution model, could prove more decisive than the contract value itself in determining bidder participation.
8Eligibility filters take centre stage in mega rooftop solar package
A large-scale rooftop solar procurement has aggregated thousands of sites into a single award, creating one of the sector’s more demanding execution footprints. While the project size attracts attention, the real differentiator may be the qualification thresholds that could sharply influence the depth of competition.
8Long-term performance clauses shape competition in new BESS package
A multi-thousand-MWh battery storage EPC opportunity has entered the market with stringent long-term performance commitments extending well beyond project commissioning. The capacity-retention obligations and lifecycle requirements may prove more influential than project size in determining the pool of credible bidders.
8Repeated extensions signal challenges in AI monitoring procurement
An AI-based power plant monitoring tender has received another deadline extension alongside a subtle amendment to a key commercial clause. The combination of multiple schedule revisions and targeted bid-condition changes offers clues about the market’s response to the project’s technical and contractual demands.
8Hydrogen project hides a civil-works story beneath the green label
A new hydrogen-linked package is drawing attention for its clean-energy association, but the immediate execution challenge lies largely in site-development and infrastructure works. The contrast between the project branding and the actual scope could prove critical for bidders shaping costs and deployment strategies.
8Qualification barriers emerge as key issue in township construction tender
A large residential township package has received another schedule extension, drawing attention to the eligibility requirements rather than the project value itself. The combination of stringent qualification criteria and challenging site-execution conditions could significantly influence the size and strength of the eventual bidder pool. Details
Daily Power Sector Tenders Excel update
Jun 01:
8Daily Excel covering new tenders and all published updates including corrigendum, amendment, addendum, clarification and status revisions, along with technical and financial bid opening, evaluation completion and final award actions including AOC and LOA issuance.
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Download tenders and news clips
Jun 01:
For reference purposes the website carries here the following tenders:
8Tender for installation, commissioning and testing of system protection scheme Details
8Tender for civil maintenance upkeeping work at various volts transmission sub stations Details
8Tender for annual maintenance contract of pumps, rotary equipments, exchangers, filters, clarifiers, injectors, valves and acid storage tanks Details
8Tender for area development work in ash handling Details
8Tender for construction of a culvert & repair of damaged bridge Details
8Tender for Lot-2a electro-mechanical works (except GSU transformer, GIS, XLPE cable and switchyard Details
8Tender for lot-III electro-mechanical works package Details
8Tender for construction of civil works of barrage and stilling basin Details
8Tender for turnkey construction of 1 (one) no. of 132/33kV, 50MVA transformer bay Details
8Tender for construction of 11 kV line and installation of 11/0.4 kV,1x25 KVA substation Details
8Tender for engagement of consultant for preparation of pre-feasibility report and DPR for setting up of 25MW/100MWh battery energy storage system Details
8Tender for work of dismantling/shifting/erection of existing equipment from existing of 220kV s/s Details
8Tender for laying of underground 11 kV XLPE cables of any rating Details
8Tender for supply of leakage current partial discharge detector kit for transmission line Details
8Tender for supply of galvanized nut bolts and spring washer Details
8Tender for supply of 03 Nos. straight through cable jointing kits for 220 kV EHV cable Details
8Tender for setting up of 12250 kW grid-connected rooftop solar PV projects Details
8Tender for supply installation and commissioning of automatic wire Details
8Tender for work of on-line leak sealing services for high pressure & high temperature steam valves, flanges, lines etc Details
8Tender for laying of underground 11 kV XLPE cables Details
8Tender for construction of control room other civil work including Details
8Tender for supply of LT robust fuse unit/switch fuse unit Details
8Tender for supply of 30V 100AH lead acid battery Details
8Tender for supply of battery charger Details
8Tender for supply of male and female contacts for 33 kV AB switch Details
8Tender for supply of male and female contacts for 11 kV AB switch Details
8Tender for supply of insulated smart connector for DTR and insulated smart connector Details
8Tender for procurement of spares of booster pump model Details
8Tender for procurement of various spares for gear boxes for 36 inch gravimetric raw coal feeder Details
8Tender for work contract for AOH COH of pressure part of boiler Details
8Tender for work contract for In situ repairing, reconditioning of separator body of 8.5 E 9 coal mills installed Details
8Tender for monitoring of electrical erection activities Details
8Tender for SITC of augmentation works Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for construction of 33 kV sub station Details
8Tender for supply of spares for pressure and DP switches Details
8Tender for supply of valves Details
8Tender for river training works at headworks for protection of water conductor Details
8Tender for HR reconductoring feeder using covered conductor Details
8Tender for transformer standerdization fencing and yard Details
8Tender for construction of 1.5 km, 33kV line Details
8Tender for constructing 1600mtrs HT ABC and DP structure Details
8Tender for supply of 110kV bus coupler panel Details
8Tender for enabling civil works for the erection and functioning of passenger lift Details
8Tender for procurement of EEL-2/star-2 (new), ISI marked, 11/0.433kV, three phase, 25 KVA, 50 cycles, outdoor type, oil immersed, stack/wound core, aluminium wound, CRGO/amorphous core DTs Details
8Tender for supply installation of PLCC system associated communication and interface equipments etc Details
8Tender for procurement of fail freeze double acting smart positioner with accessories Details
8Tender for service contract for dismantling and fabrication, installation and com-missioning of new air duct of air washery system Details
8Tender for service contract for coal bunker and feeder chutes Details
8Tender for procurement of different types of liners and wear plates of bowl mill Details
8Tender for supply of tapping channel cross arm Details
8Tender for supply of back clamp for 8.0 Mtr PSC pole Details
8Tender for supply of various types of contactors for LTMCC of 500 MW Details
8Tender for supply, erection, testing and commissioning of 360 V DC, 515AH, KBH, Ni-Cd type battery set Details
8Design, supply, fabrication, and erection work of 10,000 M3(cubic meter) capacity Details
8Tender for works of SH-RH crown plate sealing and APH center section sealing Details
8Tender for removing, providing and fixing side cladding Details
8Tender for replacement of existing damaged roof sheets Details
8Tender for supply of UG cable route locator Details
8Tender for supply of various consumables, measuring instruments, tools tackles, CPVC and fasteners items Details
8Tender for supply of skirt sealing system for coal handling plant Details
8Tender for shifting of RMU and UG infrastructure for various Details
8Tender for erection, maintenance and dismantling work of overhead HT/LT line Details
8Tender for construction of closed and open storage space Details
8Tender for manufacturing, testing, transportation, insurance and supply of guide vane bearing (lower) without DU bushing Details
8Tender for manufacturing, testing, transportation, insurance and supply of guide vane bearing Details
8Tender for procurement of mechanical seal. Details
8Tender for work of loading, unloading & transportation of EHV material/ equipments/scrap/oil barrels/oil tank Details
8Tender for work of supply, erection, testing and commissioning of additional 50MVA, 132/33kV power T/F along Details
8Tender for procurement of HF cable Details
8Tender for Bi-AMC for the work of servicing/overhauling of various makes 33kV VCB’s at various EHV substations Details
8Tender for work of servicing of TG bearing/RTDs, seal liners TE/EE, servicing/overhauling of HP/IP CV, ESV, IV and misc. AOH related activities Details
8Tender for supply, installation, commissioning and testing of vibration monitoring system for continuous vibration measurement Details
8Tender for construction of pile foundations for 66kV D/C tower for transmission line Details
8Tender for providing, supplying and fixing in position rooftop rainwater harvesting module at various Details
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For reference purposes the website carries here the following newsclips:
8SECL CMD reviews production, mine development and monsoon preparedness at Amadand OCP Details
8India needs austerity, but energy security requires breaking silos in government Details
8India’s solar success could become blueprint for other emerging economies: Report Details
8NLC India and Reliance Industries to Explore Underground Lignite Gasification in Gujarat Details
8Khavda solar park emerges as symbol of India’s renewable energy transformation Details
8Suzlon shares: From Rs 1.58 to Rs 58 — A must-have energy stock for your portfolio Experts decode Details
8Between solar panels and refineries Details
8The Race to Build the World’s Largest Solar Farms Is Accelerating Details
8Monsoon onset seen after June 3, delay due to weak wind conditions Details
8Adani Green Energy Commissions World’s Largest Battery Storage System in Gujarat Details
8Myanmar President Visits NTPC NETRA, Explores India’s Clean Energy and Innovation Initiatives Details
8Godrej Properties buys land in Greater Noida for Rs 7,000 crore housing project Details
8Avaada Group plans to add 5GW renewable projects in FY27: Chairman Details
8India Set To Release Updated Industrial Production Index With 2022-23 Base Year And Expanded Factory Output Basket Details
8Suzlon Energy Opening Bell Updates: SEBI Penalty in Focus Details
8New battery policy favouring only Ambani and Adani groups: Kavitha Details
8MNRE’s June 2026 ALMM mandate pushes up India’s solar cell production Details
8Solar industry split as locally made cell mandate kicks in on Monday Details
8Assam achieves 96.4% electricity coverage, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Details
8NLC India Director (Power) retires; additional charge assigned Details
8India’s 300GW Energy Push: Capital Constraints and Grid Risks Details
8Major milestone for J&K power sector as Uri-I Stage-II work begins Details
8Manohar Lal reviews Tripura's urban development, power sector projects Details
8UP Power Sector Gets Workforce Boost as Discoms Start Fresh Contract Staff Hiring Details
You can also click on Newsclips for more Details
8Tender for installation, commissioning and testing of system protection scheme Details
8Tender for civil maintenance upkeeping work at various volts transmission sub stations Details
8Tender for annual maintenance contract of pumps, rotary equipments, exchangers, filters, clarifiers, injectors, valves and acid storage tanks Details
8Tender for area development work in ash handling Details
8Tender for construction of a culvert & repair of damaged bridge Details
8Tender for Lot-2a electro-mechanical works (except GSU transformer, GIS, XLPE cable and switchyard Details
8Tender for lot-III electro-mechanical works package Details
8Tender for construction of civil works of barrage and stilling basin Details
8Tender for turnkey construction of 1 (one) no. of 132/33kV, 50MVA transformer bay Details
8Tender for construction of 11 kV line and installation of 11/0.4 kV,1x25 KVA substation Details
8Tender for engagement of consultant for preparation of pre-feasibility report and DPR for setting up of 25MW/100MWh battery energy storage system Details
8Tender for work of dismantling/shifting/erection of existing equipment from existing of 220kV s/s Details
8Tender for laying of underground 11 kV XLPE cables of any rating Details
8Tender for supply of leakage current partial discharge detector kit for transmission line Details
8Tender for supply of galvanized nut bolts and spring washer Details
8Tender for supply of 03 Nos. straight through cable jointing kits for 220 kV EHV cable Details
8Tender for setting up of 12250 kW grid-connected rooftop solar PV projects Details
8Tender for supply installation and commissioning of automatic wire Details
8Tender for work of on-line leak sealing services for high pressure & high temperature steam valves, flanges, lines etc Details
8Tender for laying of underground 11 kV XLPE cables Details
8Tender for construction of control room other civil work including Details
8Tender for supply of LT robust fuse unit/switch fuse unit Details
8Tender for supply of 30V 100AH lead acid battery Details
8Tender for supply of battery charger Details
8Tender for supply of male and female contacts for 33 kV AB switch Details
8Tender for supply of male and female contacts for 11 kV AB switch Details
8Tender for supply of insulated smart connector for DTR and insulated smart connector Details
8Tender for procurement of spares of booster pump model Details
8Tender for procurement of various spares for gear boxes for 36 inch gravimetric raw coal feeder Details
8Tender for work contract for AOH COH of pressure part of boiler Details
8Tender for work contract for In situ repairing, reconditioning of separator body of 8.5 E 9 coal mills installed Details
8Tender for monitoring of electrical erection activities Details
8Tender for SITC of augmentation works Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for construction of 33 kV sub station Details
8Tender for supply of spares for pressure and DP switches Details
8Tender for supply of valves Details
8Tender for river training works at headworks for protection of water conductor Details
8Tender for HR reconductoring feeder using covered conductor Details
8Tender for transformer standerdization fencing and yard Details
8Tender for construction of 1.5 km, 33kV line Details
8Tender for constructing 1600mtrs HT ABC and DP structure Details
8Tender for supply of 110kV bus coupler panel Details
8Tender for enabling civil works for the erection and functioning of passenger lift Details
8Tender for procurement of EEL-2/star-2 (new), ISI marked, 11/0.433kV, three phase, 25 KVA, 50 cycles, outdoor type, oil immersed, stack/wound core, aluminium wound, CRGO/amorphous core DTs Details
8Tender for supply installation of PLCC system associated communication and interface equipments etc Details
8Tender for procurement of fail freeze double acting smart positioner with accessories Details
8Tender for service contract for dismantling and fabrication, installation and com-missioning of new air duct of air washery system Details
8Tender for service contract for coal bunker and feeder chutes Details
8Tender for procurement of different types of liners and wear plates of bowl mill Details
8Tender for supply of tapping channel cross arm Details
8Tender for supply of back clamp for 8.0 Mtr PSC pole Details
8Tender for supply of various types of contactors for LTMCC of 500 MW Details
8Tender for supply, erection, testing and commissioning of 360 V DC, 515AH, KBH, Ni-Cd type battery set Details
8Design, supply, fabrication, and erection work of 10,000 M3(cubic meter) capacity Details
8Tender for works of SH-RH crown plate sealing and APH center section sealing Details
8Tender for removing, providing and fixing side cladding Details
8Tender for replacement of existing damaged roof sheets Details
8Tender for supply of UG cable route locator Details
8Tender for supply of various consumables, measuring instruments, tools tackles, CPVC and fasteners items Details
8Tender for supply of skirt sealing system for coal handling plant Details
8Tender for shifting of RMU and UG infrastructure for various Details
8Tender for erection, maintenance and dismantling work of overhead HT/LT line Details
8Tender for construction of closed and open storage space Details
8Tender for manufacturing, testing, transportation, insurance and supply of guide vane bearing (lower) without DU bushing Details
8Tender for manufacturing, testing, transportation, insurance and supply of guide vane bearing Details
8Tender for procurement of mechanical seal. Details
8Tender for work of loading, unloading & transportation of EHV material/ equipments/scrap/oil barrels/oil tank Details
8Tender for work of supply, erection, testing and commissioning of additional 50MVA, 132/33kV power T/F along Details
8Tender for procurement of HF cable Details
8Tender for Bi-AMC for the work of servicing/overhauling of various makes 33kV VCB’s at various EHV substations Details
8Tender for work of servicing of TG bearing/RTDs, seal liners TE/EE, servicing/overhauling of HP/IP CV, ESV, IV and misc. AOH related activities Details
8Tender for supply, installation, commissioning and testing of vibration monitoring system for continuous vibration measurement Details
8Tender for construction of pile foundations for 66kV D/C tower for transmission line Details
8Tender for providing, supplying and fixing in position rooftop rainwater harvesting module at various Details
You can also click on Tenders for more
For reference purposes the website carries here the following newsclips:
8SECL CMD reviews production, mine development and monsoon preparedness at Amadand OCP Details
8India needs austerity, but energy security requires breaking silos in government Details
8India’s solar success could become blueprint for other emerging economies: Report Details
8NLC India and Reliance Industries to Explore Underground Lignite Gasification in Gujarat Details
8Khavda solar park emerges as symbol of India’s renewable energy transformation Details
8Suzlon shares: From Rs 1.58 to Rs 58 — A must-have energy stock for your portfolio Experts decode Details
8Between solar panels and refineries Details
8The Race to Build the World’s Largest Solar Farms Is Accelerating Details
8Monsoon onset seen after June 3, delay due to weak wind conditions Details
8Adani Green Energy Commissions World’s Largest Battery Storage System in Gujarat Details
8Myanmar President Visits NTPC NETRA, Explores India’s Clean Energy and Innovation Initiatives Details
8Godrej Properties buys land in Greater Noida for Rs 7,000 crore housing project Details
8Avaada Group plans to add 5GW renewable projects in FY27: Chairman Details
8India Set To Release Updated Industrial Production Index With 2022-23 Base Year And Expanded Factory Output Basket Details
8Suzlon Energy Opening Bell Updates: SEBI Penalty in Focus Details
8New battery policy favouring only Ambani and Adani groups: Kavitha Details
8MNRE’s June 2026 ALMM mandate pushes up India’s solar cell production Details
8Solar industry split as locally made cell mandate kicks in on Monday Details
8Assam achieves 96.4% electricity coverage, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Details
8NLC India Director (Power) retires; additional charge assigned Details
8India’s 300GW Energy Push: Capital Constraints and Grid Risks Details
8Major milestone for J&K power sector as Uri-I Stage-II work begins Details
8Manohar Lal reviews Tripura's urban development, power sector projects Details
8UP Power Sector Gets Workforce Boost as Discoms Start Fresh Contract Staff Hiring Details
You can also click on Newsclips for more Details
NEWS UPDATE: ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL & OPERATIONAL STORIES
Jun 01:
8Inox Wind convenes 13th EGM to seek shareholder approvals following FY26 results
Inox Wind Limited submitted the notice of its 13th Extraordinary General Meeting of members to the stock exchanges, seeking approval on the resolutions set out in the EGM notice. The filing forms part of the wind-turbine manufacturer's corporate-action process following its FY26 results showing net profit of Rs. 547.46 crore, a 42.5% rise from the prior year, and the earlier-approved Rs. 1,250-crore rights-issue proposal.
8Odisha hydro stations generate 28.37 MU on 28 May as reservoirs hold steady pre-monsoon
The Odisha reservoir and generation report for 28 May 2026 records combined hydro output of about 1,182.25 MW and 28.37 MU across OHPC stations, with UIHEP Mukhiguda leading at 211.08 MW (5.066 MU) and BHEP Balimela at 187.38 MW (4.497 MU). Reservoir levels held close to full — Balimela at 1,473.9 ft against an FRL of 1,516 ft — while several units at Chipilima and Bariniput remained under maintenance.
8CEA reservoir report pegs Bhakra at 482.03 m and 5,282 MU of stored energy on 28 May
CEA's Daily Hydro Reservoir Report for 28 May 2026 tracks key reservoirs including Bhakra (Himachal Pradesh) at a present level of 482.03 m against a Full Reservoir Level of 513.59 m, holding 5,282 MU of energy content, and Pong at 405.76 m with 1,123 MU. Ranjit Sagar in Punjab stood at 514.67 m with 1,507 MU, providing a snapshot of pre-monsoon hydro storage across the country.
8India's semiconductor market set to hit $108 billion by 2030 and $200 billion by 2035: KPMG-ISM report
A KPMG report on the future of India's semiconductor industry, prepared with inputs from the India Semiconductor Mission, projects the country's semiconductor market reaching about $108 billion by 2030 and $200 billion by 2035, calling the chip sector central to the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision. It notes significant ground covered through commitments for India's first fabrication facility at Dholera and Design Linked Incentive scheme investments.
8TNERC fixes Rs. 1,000 fee for appeals to the Appellate Authority under Section 127
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Notification No. 1 of 2026 dated 29 May 2026, specified a fee of Rs. 1,000 for appeals preferred before the Appellate Authority under Section 127(1) of the Electricity Act, 2003, exercising powers read with Regulation 8 of the Fees and Fines Regulation, 2022. The fee is to be credited to the account of the distribution licensee as directed by the jurisdictional Superintending Engineer. Details
Inox Wind Limited submitted the notice of its 13th Extraordinary General Meeting of members to the stock exchanges, seeking approval on the resolutions set out in the EGM notice. The filing forms part of the wind-turbine manufacturer's corporate-action process following its FY26 results showing net profit of Rs. 547.46 crore, a 42.5% rise from the prior year, and the earlier-approved Rs. 1,250-crore rights-issue proposal.
8Odisha hydro stations generate 28.37 MU on 28 May as reservoirs hold steady pre-monsoon
The Odisha reservoir and generation report for 28 May 2026 records combined hydro output of about 1,182.25 MW and 28.37 MU across OHPC stations, with UIHEP Mukhiguda leading at 211.08 MW (5.066 MU) and BHEP Balimela at 187.38 MW (4.497 MU). Reservoir levels held close to full — Balimela at 1,473.9 ft against an FRL of 1,516 ft — while several units at Chipilima and Bariniput remained under maintenance.
8CEA reservoir report pegs Bhakra at 482.03 m and 5,282 MU of stored energy on 28 May
CEA's Daily Hydro Reservoir Report for 28 May 2026 tracks key reservoirs including Bhakra (Himachal Pradesh) at a present level of 482.03 m against a Full Reservoir Level of 513.59 m, holding 5,282 MU of energy content, and Pong at 405.76 m with 1,123 MU. Ranjit Sagar in Punjab stood at 514.67 m with 1,507 MU, providing a snapshot of pre-monsoon hydro storage across the country.
8India's semiconductor market set to hit $108 billion by 2030 and $200 billion by 2035: KPMG-ISM report
A KPMG report on the future of India's semiconductor industry, prepared with inputs from the India Semiconductor Mission, projects the country's semiconductor market reaching about $108 billion by 2030 and $200 billion by 2035, calling the chip sector central to the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision. It notes significant ground covered through commitments for India's first fabrication facility at Dholera and Design Linked Incentive scheme investments.
8TNERC fixes Rs. 1,000 fee for appeals to the Appellate Authority under Section 127
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Notification No. 1 of 2026 dated 29 May 2026, specified a fee of Rs. 1,000 for appeals preferred before the Appellate Authority under Section 127(1) of the Electricity Act, 2003, exercising powers read with Regulation 8 of the Fees and Fines Regulation, 2022. The fee is to be credited to the account of the distribution licensee as directed by the jurisdictional Superintending Engineer. Details
NEWS UPDATE: COAL, FUEL & ENERGY COMMODITIES
Jun 01:
COAL PRODUCTION & OFFTAKE
8India's thermal coal stock at 49.1 million tonnes — just 65% of norm — with 23 plants critical: CEA
CEA's Daily Coal Stock Report as on 30 May 2026 shows the monitored thermal fleet of 222,698 MW running at 69% PLF and holding total coal stock of 49,103.3 thousand tonnes — only 65% of the normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes. Domestic-coal-based plants held 46,753.5 thousand tonnes (66% of norm) while imported-coal plants had just 2,349.8 thousand tonnes (46%). The report flagged 23 plants with critical stock — 11 domestic, 8 imported and 4 washery-reject based.
8Coal India reports 42.2 million tonnes of linked-plant stock as on 27 May, 18 plants critical/supercritical
Coal India Limited's Marketing & Sales Division statement on the coal-stock position of power plants linked to CIL and SCCL, dated 27 May 2026, records total stock of about 42,197.0 thousand tonnes — indigenous 41,703.4 thousand tonnes and imported 493.6 thousand tonnes. The region-wise compilation identifies 18 plants in the critical or supercritical category, underscoring continued pressure on fuel logistics ahead of peak summer demand.
8BCCL mine accident kills dozer operator at New Benidih patch after storm-triggered haul-road slide
Bharat Coking Coal Limited reported that a fatal accident occurred around noon on 29 May 2026 at the New Benidih Hired Patch of Amalgamated Block-II OCP in its Block-II Area, when the edge of a haul road slid during heavy thunderstorm and rainfall, toppling a passing dozer. One dozer operator of the contractor sustained fatal injuries; operations at the patch were stopped temporarily and the matter was reported to the authorities.
8BCCL names Rajeev Kumar Sinha as Director (Technical) from May 2026
Bharat Coking Coal Limited's board, at its meeting on 30 May 2026, approved a change in key managerial personnel, appointing Shri Rajeev Kumar Sinha (DIN 11363113) as Director (Technical) with effect from 1 May 2026, succeeding Shri Niladri Roy, the outgoing Director (Technical), P&P, who retired from the company. The appointment was filed with the stock exchanges under SEBI LODR Regulations.
8Madhya Pradesh sets May 2026 fuel & power purchase surcharge at 3.91% for consumers
M.P. Power Management Company Limited, in Letter No. 46 dated 27 May 2026, intimated the three Madhya Pradesh distribution companies that the Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge for May 2026 has been computed at 3.91% under the First Amendment to the MPERC tariff regulations. The calculated FPPAS is to be billed to consumers, with calculation sheets circulated to the DISCOMs and the IT division for implementation.
8Kerala SEB fixes 2-paise fuel surcharge for April 2026, recoverable in June bills
Kerala State Electricity Board Limited has certified a fuel surcharge of 2 paise per unit for both monthly and bi-monthly consumers, to be recovered in June 2026 against power purchased in April 2026, under Regulation 87(5) of the KSERC tariff regulations as amended. The supporting data details station-wise purchases and variable costs, with several stations showing negative surcharge contributions that moderate the overall rate.
8WRPC pegs Jhabua Power compensation at Rs. 1.52 crore through April 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee's Statement of Compensation for Jhabua Power Limited up to April 2026 puts the total compensation payable by beneficiaries to the IPP at Rs. 1,51,93,977, split mainly between two beneficiaries at Rs. 1,00,54,190 and Rs. 51,39,788. The statement, covering the plant at Berela in Tehsil Ghansore, reconciles gross injection, auxiliary consumption and gross heat rate parameters in line with the regional energy-accounting framework.
8Torrent Power's Mundra plant to receive over Rs. 1 crore in TRAS settlements across three April-May weeks
The Western Regional Power Committee's TRAS-III Settlement Account for Torrent Power's Mundra plant shows the generator as a net receiver across three weeks: Rs. 3,88,356 for 13-19 April (87.47 MWh emergency TRAS-Up), Rs. 27,04,326 for 20-26 April (1,424.02 MWh up, 814.94 MWh down) and Rs. 73,50,086 for 4-10 May (1,762.63 MWh up, 195.45 MWh down). The settlements compensate Torrent Power's Mundra plant for emergency ancillary support to the regional pool. Details
8India's thermal coal stock at 49.1 million tonnes — just 65% of norm — with 23 plants critical: CEA
CEA's Daily Coal Stock Report as on 30 May 2026 shows the monitored thermal fleet of 222,698 MW running at 69% PLF and holding total coal stock of 49,103.3 thousand tonnes — only 65% of the normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes. Domestic-coal-based plants held 46,753.5 thousand tonnes (66% of norm) while imported-coal plants had just 2,349.8 thousand tonnes (46%). The report flagged 23 plants with critical stock — 11 domestic, 8 imported and 4 washery-reject based.
8Coal India reports 42.2 million tonnes of linked-plant stock as on 27 May, 18 plants critical/supercritical
Coal India Limited's Marketing & Sales Division statement on the coal-stock position of power plants linked to CIL and SCCL, dated 27 May 2026, records total stock of about 42,197.0 thousand tonnes — indigenous 41,703.4 thousand tonnes and imported 493.6 thousand tonnes. The region-wise compilation identifies 18 plants in the critical or supercritical category, underscoring continued pressure on fuel logistics ahead of peak summer demand.
8BCCL mine accident kills dozer operator at New Benidih patch after storm-triggered haul-road slide
Bharat Coking Coal Limited reported that a fatal accident occurred around noon on 29 May 2026 at the New Benidih Hired Patch of Amalgamated Block-II OCP in its Block-II Area, when the edge of a haul road slid during heavy thunderstorm and rainfall, toppling a passing dozer. One dozer operator of the contractor sustained fatal injuries; operations at the patch were stopped temporarily and the matter was reported to the authorities.
8BCCL names Rajeev Kumar Sinha as Director (Technical) from May 2026
Bharat Coking Coal Limited's board, at its meeting on 30 May 2026, approved a change in key managerial personnel, appointing Shri Rajeev Kumar Sinha (DIN 11363113) as Director (Technical) with effect from 1 May 2026, succeeding Shri Niladri Roy, the outgoing Director (Technical), P&P, who retired from the company. The appointment was filed with the stock exchanges under SEBI LODR Regulations.
8Madhya Pradesh sets May 2026 fuel & power purchase surcharge at 3.91% for consumers
M.P. Power Management Company Limited, in Letter No. 46 dated 27 May 2026, intimated the three Madhya Pradesh distribution companies that the Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge for May 2026 has been computed at 3.91% under the First Amendment to the MPERC tariff regulations. The calculated FPPAS is to be billed to consumers, with calculation sheets circulated to the DISCOMs and the IT division for implementation.
8Kerala SEB fixes 2-paise fuel surcharge for April 2026, recoverable in June bills
Kerala State Electricity Board Limited has certified a fuel surcharge of 2 paise per unit for both monthly and bi-monthly consumers, to be recovered in June 2026 against power purchased in April 2026, under Regulation 87(5) of the KSERC tariff regulations as amended. The supporting data details station-wise purchases and variable costs, with several stations showing negative surcharge contributions that moderate the overall rate.
8WRPC pegs Jhabua Power compensation at Rs. 1.52 crore through April 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee's Statement of Compensation for Jhabua Power Limited up to April 2026 puts the total compensation payable by beneficiaries to the IPP at Rs. 1,51,93,977, split mainly between two beneficiaries at Rs. 1,00,54,190 and Rs. 51,39,788. The statement, covering the plant at Berela in Tehsil Ghansore, reconciles gross injection, auxiliary consumption and gross heat rate parameters in line with the regional energy-accounting framework.
8Torrent Power's Mundra plant to receive over Rs. 1 crore in TRAS settlements across three April-May weeks
The Western Regional Power Committee's TRAS-III Settlement Account for Torrent Power's Mundra plant shows the generator as a net receiver across three weeks: Rs. 3,88,356 for 13-19 April (87.47 MWh emergency TRAS-Up), Rs. 27,04,326 for 20-26 April (1,424.02 MWh up, 814.94 MWh down) and Rs. 73,50,086 for 4-10 May (1,762.63 MWh up, 195.45 MWh down). The settlements compensate Torrent Power's Mundra plant for emergency ancillary support to the regional pool. Details
NEWS UPDATE: GRID OPERATIONS & POWER SUPPLY
Jun 01:
PEAK DEMAND & GRID FREQUENCY
8India's peak demand hits 223,711 MW on 31 May; Grid-India meets it with just 0.15 MU shortfall
Grid Controller of India's NLDC reported all-India maximum demand met of 223,711 MW on 31 May 2026, with evening-peak demand of 211,086 MW at 20:00 hrs and a peak shortage of only 227 MW, entirely in the Eastern Region. Total energy met for the day was 4,880 MU with energy shortage of just 0.15 MU, while solar contributed 540 MU, wind 358 MU and hydro 378 MU across the five regions.
8Grid frequency stays within IEGC band 99.4% of 31 May, averaging 49.99 Hz: NLDC
The NLDC's frequency profile for 31 May 2026 shows the grid averaging 49.99 Hz with a standard deviation of 0.075 Hz and a Frequency Deviation Index of 0.057. Frequency stayed within the 49.7-50.2 Hz IEGC band for 99.4% of the day, touching a maximum of 50.269 Hz at 07:55 and a minimum of 49.726 Hz at 14:58, while spending 27.15% of the day outside the tight 49.97-50.03 Hz operating band.
8India's monitored stations generate 4,709.36 MU on 28 May, beating programme by 2.8%: CEA daily report
CEA's Daily Generation Report for 28 May 2026 shows all-India monitored capacity at 310,773.79 MW out of an installed base of 538,364.41 MW. Actual generation for the day reached 4,709.36 MU against a programme of 4,579.63 MU, led by thermal at 4,097.37 MU. Year-to-date from 1 April, actual generation stood at 266,882.23 MU, a shortfall of 4,745.31 MU (-1.75%) against programme.
8CEA coal fleet capacity utilisation at 80.79% on 28 May as coal capacity runs at 90.99% on-line
CEA's capacity-utilisation report for 28 May 2026 records 222,697.51 MW of coal capacity generating a maximum gross output of 197,701.38 MW — 90.99% of capacity on line and 80.79% of monitored capacity — with 24,982.51 MW under outage. Across all fuels, total monitored capacity of 310,773.79 MW produced a maximum gross output of 254,844.53 MW, or 89.30% of capacity on line.
8NTPC stations generate 1,046.59 MU on 28 May, topping programme despite Northern-Region shortfall: CEA
CEA's NTPC generation overview for 28 May 2026 records all-India NTPC output of 1,046.59 MU against a programme of 1,024.11 MU, a positive deviation of 22.48 MU, from 60,007.23 MW of monitored capacity. Southern (+24.85 MU) and Eastern (+25.69 MU) regions outperformed, while the Northern region fell short by 6.95 MU; year-to-date NTPC actual generation was 59,296.74 MU, 3.12% below programme.
8Western region meets 67,578 MW evening peak on 31 May with no shortage; Maharashtra tops at 639.7 MU
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's daily operation report for 31 May 2026 shows the region meeting an evening peak of 67,578 MW with zero shortage and day energy of 1,605.4 MU. Maharashtra led demand at 639.7 MU, followed by Gujarat at 498.2 MU and Chhattisgarh at 110.6 MU, while Gujarat's control-area generation drew heavily on 80.2 MU of solar and 76.2 MU of wind.
8Northern region peaks at 60,753 MW on 31 May with zero shortage; UP draws 490.65 MU
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's daily operation report for 31 May 2026 records the region meeting a 60,753 MW evening peak at 20:00 hrs with no shortage, against an off-peak demand of 50,413 MW, and total day energy of 1,365 MU. Uttar Pradesh was the largest consumer at 490.65 MU (peak 23,253 MW), followed by Rajasthan at 262.83 MU and Punjab at 183.23 MU.
8Southern region meets 50,105 MW peak on 31 May; Tamil Nadu leads demand at 384.67 MU
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Power Supply Position report for 31 May 2026 shows the region meeting a 50,105 MW evening peak with zero shortage and total day energy of 1,208.68 MU. Tamil Nadu topped demand at 384.67 MU, followed by Andhra Pradesh (249.23 MU) and Karnataka (246.6 MU), with the region's renewables contributing 92.84 MU of solar and 133.7 MU of wind.
8Eastern region records 29,140 MW peak and lone 227 MW national shortage on 31 May
The Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre's daily operation report for 31 May 2026 shows the region meeting a 29,140 MW evening peak against a requirement of 29,367 MW — the only peak shortage anywhere in India that day — with day energy of 630.15 MU and an energy shortage of 0.15 MU. The off-peak demand at 03:00 hrs was met in full at 25,032 MW with frequency at 50.04 Hz.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
847,400 MW of India's capacity sat under maintenance on 28 May, leaving 263,374 MW online: CEA
CEA's All-India Capacity Availability summary for 28 May 2026 shows that of 310,773.79 MW of monitored capacity, 47,399.72 MW was under maintenance — 4,896.15 MW planned, 32,804.41 MW forced and 9,699.17 MW for other reasons — leaving 263,374.06 MW online. The Western region had the largest outage at 18,075.10 MW, followed by the Northern region at 13,178.43 MW.
8NLDC reports zero ATC and N-1 violations across 765 kV grid on 31 May
Grid-India's NLDC System Reliability Indices report for 31 May 2026 records nil Available Transfer Capability violations across all monitored corridors — WR-NR, ER-NR, NR import, NEW-SR and NER import — and no N-1 criteria breaches during the day. The 765 kV voltage profile showed substations such as Agra holding steady at 767 kV for 100% of the time, indicating a stable high-voltage network.
8NRLDC's planned shutdown report flags long-pending 220 kV Dehradun bay outage at 255 days on 31 May
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Planned Shutdown Report for 31 May 2026 lists a 220 kV transfer-bus bay at POWERGRID's Dehradun substation that has remained out since 19 September 2025 for AMP work — an availed outage of 255 days against an originally planned 10 hours. The report tracks planned versus actual outage duration across the northern grid.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8IEX Day-Ahead Market clears 145,860 MWh on 31 May at an average Rs. 2,818/MWh
Trade data at the Indian Energy Exchange for delivery date 31 May 2026 shows the Day-Ahead Market clearing a final scheduled volume of 145,860.50 MWh against purchase bids of 228,530 MWh and sell bids of 686,169 MWh. The average market clearing price settled at Rs. 2,818.06/MWh, ranging from near Rs. 20.84/MWh in the solar-rich midday hours to Rs. 10,000/MWh late at night.
8IEX Real-Time Market schedules 218,326 MWh on 31 May at Rs. 2,771.74/MWh average
The Indian Energy Exchange's Real-Time Market settled a final scheduled volume of 218,325.78 MWh for delivery date 31 May 2026, against purchase bids of 239,306 MWh and sell bids of 464,552 MWh, at an average clearing price of Rs. 2,771.74/MWh. Across 25 May-1 June, RTM scheduled volumes aggregated 1,423,486 MWh with the daily average price around Rs. 3,886/MWh.
8Western region books Rs. 38.62-crore net DSM inflow for 30 March-5 April week: WRPC
The Western Regional Power Committee's ABT-based Deviation Charge Account for 30 March-5 April 2026 shows the Western Region as a net receiver of Rs. 38.62 crore on inter-regional settlement, with payable charges of Rs. 199.19 crore against receivable charges of Rs. 237.81 crore. The region was a heavy net receiver from the Southern Region (Rs. 207.97 crore), reflecting large south-bound deviation flows.
8Western region's DSM surplus peaks at Rs. 74.03 crore for 4-10 May: WRPC
The WRPC ABT-based Deviation Charge Account for 4-10 May 2026 records the Western Region's largest weekly net inflow at Rs. 74.03 crore receivable, with payable charges of Rs. 175.33 crore against receivable of Rs. 249.35 crore. The region was a net receiver of Rs. 73.64 crore from the Northern Region and Rs. 155.82 crore from the Southern Region, while remaining payable Rs. 155.43 crore to the Eastern Region.
8Western region turns net payer of Rs. 30.56 crore on DSM for 20-26 April: WRPC
In a reversal from prior weeks, the WRPC ABT-based Deviation Charge Account for 20-26 April 2026 shows the Western Region a net payer of Rs. 30.56 crore on inter-regional settlement, with payable charges of Rs. 306.78 crore exceeding receivable charges of Rs. 276.22 crore. The region was payable Rs. 259.28 crore to the Northern Region, even as it stayed a net receiver of Rs. 233.82 crore from the Southern Region.
8NLDC bills 109 ISTS customers Rs. 3,962 crore for June 2026 on 1,26,217 MW of GNA
The Western Regional Power Committee's Regional Transmission Account for the June 2026 billing month, issued 30 May 2026, covers 109 Designated ISTS Customers with aggregate monthly charges of Rs. 3,962.00 crore and total GNA-short-term-hosting capacity of 1,26,217 MW across the all-India network, built on NLDC's point-of-connection transmission charge notification of 25 May 2026.
8Uttar Pradesh faces Rs. 329.7-crore ISTS transmission bill for June 2026: NRPC
The Northern Regional Power Committee's Regional Transmission Account for June 2026, issued 29 May 2026, details point-of-connection transmission charges for Designated ISTS Customers in the Northern Region. Uttar Pradesh carried the largest bill at about Rs. 329.7 crore on a GNA of 10,757 MW, followed by Haryana at about Rs. 206.5 crore (6,643 MW) and Punjab at about Rs. 172.2 crore (5,558 MW).
8North Eastern states billed about Rs. 108.5 crore in ISTS charges for June 2026: NERPC
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee's Regional Transmission Account for June 2026, dated 29 May 2026, allocates point-of-connection transmission charges across NER constituents. Assam carried the heaviest burden at Rs. 53.31 crore on 1,767 MW of GNA, followed by NHPC's Lower Subansiri HEP at Rs. 12.14 crore and Meghalaya at Rs. 10.35 crore (290 MW), totalling roughly Rs. 108.5 crore for the month.
8Grid-India's NLDC lists 765 kV schedules at 115.9-208.8 paise/kWh in 1 June SCUC stack
The NLDC's Security Constrained Unit Commitment for delivery date 1 June 2026, published 31 May at 15:00 hrs, scheduled thermal stations by energy charge rate, with Darlipali committed at 467.16 MW (115.9 paise/kWh), Sipat STPS Stage-1 at 754.27 MW (131.6 paise/kWh) and Talcher Stage-2 NTPC at 955.42 MW (142.2 paise/kWh). North Karanpura STPS was committed at 959.12 MW at 208.8 paise/kWh. Details
8India's peak demand hits 223,711 MW on 31 May; Grid-India meets it with just 0.15 MU shortfall
Grid Controller of India's NLDC reported all-India maximum demand met of 223,711 MW on 31 May 2026, with evening-peak demand of 211,086 MW at 20:00 hrs and a peak shortage of only 227 MW, entirely in the Eastern Region. Total energy met for the day was 4,880 MU with energy shortage of just 0.15 MU, while solar contributed 540 MU, wind 358 MU and hydro 378 MU across the five regions.
8Grid frequency stays within IEGC band 99.4% of 31 May, averaging 49.99 Hz: NLDC
The NLDC's frequency profile for 31 May 2026 shows the grid averaging 49.99 Hz with a standard deviation of 0.075 Hz and a Frequency Deviation Index of 0.057. Frequency stayed within the 49.7-50.2 Hz IEGC band for 99.4% of the day, touching a maximum of 50.269 Hz at 07:55 and a minimum of 49.726 Hz at 14:58, while spending 27.15% of the day outside the tight 49.97-50.03 Hz operating band.
8India's monitored stations generate 4,709.36 MU on 28 May, beating programme by 2.8%: CEA daily report
CEA's Daily Generation Report for 28 May 2026 shows all-India monitored capacity at 310,773.79 MW out of an installed base of 538,364.41 MW. Actual generation for the day reached 4,709.36 MU against a programme of 4,579.63 MU, led by thermal at 4,097.37 MU. Year-to-date from 1 April, actual generation stood at 266,882.23 MU, a shortfall of 4,745.31 MU (-1.75%) against programme.
8CEA coal fleet capacity utilisation at 80.79% on 28 May as coal capacity runs at 90.99% on-line
CEA's capacity-utilisation report for 28 May 2026 records 222,697.51 MW of coal capacity generating a maximum gross output of 197,701.38 MW — 90.99% of capacity on line and 80.79% of monitored capacity — with 24,982.51 MW under outage. Across all fuels, total monitored capacity of 310,773.79 MW produced a maximum gross output of 254,844.53 MW, or 89.30% of capacity on line.
8NTPC stations generate 1,046.59 MU on 28 May, topping programme despite Northern-Region shortfall: CEA
CEA's NTPC generation overview for 28 May 2026 records all-India NTPC output of 1,046.59 MU against a programme of 1,024.11 MU, a positive deviation of 22.48 MU, from 60,007.23 MW of monitored capacity. Southern (+24.85 MU) and Eastern (+25.69 MU) regions outperformed, while the Northern region fell short by 6.95 MU; year-to-date NTPC actual generation was 59,296.74 MU, 3.12% below programme.
8Western region meets 67,578 MW evening peak on 31 May with no shortage; Maharashtra tops at 639.7 MU
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's daily operation report for 31 May 2026 shows the region meeting an evening peak of 67,578 MW with zero shortage and day energy of 1,605.4 MU. Maharashtra led demand at 639.7 MU, followed by Gujarat at 498.2 MU and Chhattisgarh at 110.6 MU, while Gujarat's control-area generation drew heavily on 80.2 MU of solar and 76.2 MU of wind.
8Northern region peaks at 60,753 MW on 31 May with zero shortage; UP draws 490.65 MU
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's daily operation report for 31 May 2026 records the region meeting a 60,753 MW evening peak at 20:00 hrs with no shortage, against an off-peak demand of 50,413 MW, and total day energy of 1,365 MU. Uttar Pradesh was the largest consumer at 490.65 MU (peak 23,253 MW), followed by Rajasthan at 262.83 MU and Punjab at 183.23 MU.
8Southern region meets 50,105 MW peak on 31 May; Tamil Nadu leads demand at 384.67 MU
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Power Supply Position report for 31 May 2026 shows the region meeting a 50,105 MW evening peak with zero shortage and total day energy of 1,208.68 MU. Tamil Nadu topped demand at 384.67 MU, followed by Andhra Pradesh (249.23 MU) and Karnataka (246.6 MU), with the region's renewables contributing 92.84 MU of solar and 133.7 MU of wind.
8Eastern region records 29,140 MW peak and lone 227 MW national shortage on 31 May
The Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre's daily operation report for 31 May 2026 shows the region meeting a 29,140 MW evening peak against a requirement of 29,367 MW — the only peak shortage anywhere in India that day — with day energy of 630.15 MU and an energy shortage of 0.15 MU. The off-peak demand at 03:00 hrs was met in full at 25,032 MW with frequency at 50.04 Hz.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
847,400 MW of India's capacity sat under maintenance on 28 May, leaving 263,374 MW online: CEA
CEA's All-India Capacity Availability summary for 28 May 2026 shows that of 310,773.79 MW of monitored capacity, 47,399.72 MW was under maintenance — 4,896.15 MW planned, 32,804.41 MW forced and 9,699.17 MW for other reasons — leaving 263,374.06 MW online. The Western region had the largest outage at 18,075.10 MW, followed by the Northern region at 13,178.43 MW.
8NLDC reports zero ATC and N-1 violations across 765 kV grid on 31 May
Grid-India's NLDC System Reliability Indices report for 31 May 2026 records nil Available Transfer Capability violations across all monitored corridors — WR-NR, ER-NR, NR import, NEW-SR and NER import — and no N-1 criteria breaches during the day. The 765 kV voltage profile showed substations such as Agra holding steady at 767 kV for 100% of the time, indicating a stable high-voltage network.
8NRLDC's planned shutdown report flags long-pending 220 kV Dehradun bay outage at 255 days on 31 May
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Planned Shutdown Report for 31 May 2026 lists a 220 kV transfer-bus bay at POWERGRID's Dehradun substation that has remained out since 19 September 2025 for AMP work — an availed outage of 255 days against an originally planned 10 hours. The report tracks planned versus actual outage duration across the northern grid.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8IEX Day-Ahead Market clears 145,860 MWh on 31 May at an average Rs. 2,818/MWh
Trade data at the Indian Energy Exchange for delivery date 31 May 2026 shows the Day-Ahead Market clearing a final scheduled volume of 145,860.50 MWh against purchase bids of 228,530 MWh and sell bids of 686,169 MWh. The average market clearing price settled at Rs. 2,818.06/MWh, ranging from near Rs. 20.84/MWh in the solar-rich midday hours to Rs. 10,000/MWh late at night.
8IEX Real-Time Market schedules 218,326 MWh on 31 May at Rs. 2,771.74/MWh average
The Indian Energy Exchange's Real-Time Market settled a final scheduled volume of 218,325.78 MWh for delivery date 31 May 2026, against purchase bids of 239,306 MWh and sell bids of 464,552 MWh, at an average clearing price of Rs. 2,771.74/MWh. Across 25 May-1 June, RTM scheduled volumes aggregated 1,423,486 MWh with the daily average price around Rs. 3,886/MWh.
8Western region books Rs. 38.62-crore net DSM inflow for 30 March-5 April week: WRPC
The Western Regional Power Committee's ABT-based Deviation Charge Account for 30 March-5 April 2026 shows the Western Region as a net receiver of Rs. 38.62 crore on inter-regional settlement, with payable charges of Rs. 199.19 crore against receivable charges of Rs. 237.81 crore. The region was a heavy net receiver from the Southern Region (Rs. 207.97 crore), reflecting large south-bound deviation flows.
8Western region's DSM surplus peaks at Rs. 74.03 crore for 4-10 May: WRPC
The WRPC ABT-based Deviation Charge Account for 4-10 May 2026 records the Western Region's largest weekly net inflow at Rs. 74.03 crore receivable, with payable charges of Rs. 175.33 crore against receivable of Rs. 249.35 crore. The region was a net receiver of Rs. 73.64 crore from the Northern Region and Rs. 155.82 crore from the Southern Region, while remaining payable Rs. 155.43 crore to the Eastern Region.
8Western region turns net payer of Rs. 30.56 crore on DSM for 20-26 April: WRPC
In a reversal from prior weeks, the WRPC ABT-based Deviation Charge Account for 20-26 April 2026 shows the Western Region a net payer of Rs. 30.56 crore on inter-regional settlement, with payable charges of Rs. 306.78 crore exceeding receivable charges of Rs. 276.22 crore. The region was payable Rs. 259.28 crore to the Northern Region, even as it stayed a net receiver of Rs. 233.82 crore from the Southern Region.
8NLDC bills 109 ISTS customers Rs. 3,962 crore for June 2026 on 1,26,217 MW of GNA
The Western Regional Power Committee's Regional Transmission Account for the June 2026 billing month, issued 30 May 2026, covers 109 Designated ISTS Customers with aggregate monthly charges of Rs. 3,962.00 crore and total GNA-short-term-hosting capacity of 1,26,217 MW across the all-India network, built on NLDC's point-of-connection transmission charge notification of 25 May 2026.
8Uttar Pradesh faces Rs. 329.7-crore ISTS transmission bill for June 2026: NRPC
The Northern Regional Power Committee's Regional Transmission Account for June 2026, issued 29 May 2026, details point-of-connection transmission charges for Designated ISTS Customers in the Northern Region. Uttar Pradesh carried the largest bill at about Rs. 329.7 crore on a GNA of 10,757 MW, followed by Haryana at about Rs. 206.5 crore (6,643 MW) and Punjab at about Rs. 172.2 crore (5,558 MW).
8North Eastern states billed about Rs. 108.5 crore in ISTS charges for June 2026: NERPC
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee's Regional Transmission Account for June 2026, dated 29 May 2026, allocates point-of-connection transmission charges across NER constituents. Assam carried the heaviest burden at Rs. 53.31 crore on 1,767 MW of GNA, followed by NHPC's Lower Subansiri HEP at Rs. 12.14 crore and Meghalaya at Rs. 10.35 crore (290 MW), totalling roughly Rs. 108.5 crore for the month.
8Grid-India's NLDC lists 765 kV schedules at 115.9-208.8 paise/kWh in 1 June SCUC stack
The NLDC's Security Constrained Unit Commitment for delivery date 1 June 2026, published 31 May at 15:00 hrs, scheduled thermal stations by energy charge rate, with Darlipali committed at 467.16 MW (115.9 paise/kWh), Sipat STPS Stage-1 at 754.27 MW (131.6 paise/kWh) and Talcher Stage-2 NTPC at 955.42 MW (142.2 paise/kWh). North Karanpura STPS was committed at 959.12 MW at 208.8 paise/kWh. Details
NEWS UPDATE: POLICY & GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Jun 01:
MINISTRY OF POWER
8Power Minister Manohar Lal reviews Mizoram power sector; state targets 25% AT&C losses by March 2027
Union Power Minister Shri Manohar Lal chaired a review of the Mizoram power sector in Aizawl on 29 May 2026 with the state's Power Minister Shri F. Rodingliana and senior officials, focusing on reforms under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme. The state committed to bringing AT&C losses down to 25% by March 2027 and completing smart-meter installation across Mizoram by June 2027, with the Minister urging faster beneficiary registration.
8WRPC de-allocates 56 MW of Mouda STPS-I power from Tamil Nadu effective 1 June 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee, in a letter dated 29 May 2026, withdrew the 56 MW share of Mouda STPS-I power allocated to Tamil Nadu with effect from 1 June 2026, reverting it to Gujarat and DNHDDPDCL per the Ministry of Power's order of 27 March 2026. The reversal restores a firm allocation of 5.55 MW and specific allocation of 40.67 MW to Gujarat and 9.78 MW to DNHDDPDCL.
8NRPC strips Tamil Nadu of 80 MW from Unchahar-I and Tanda-II from 1 June 2026
The Northern Regional Power Committee, in Revision No. 02/2026-27 dated 29 May 2026, recorded that the 36 MW from Unchahar TPP-I and 44 MW from Tanda-II STPS earlier allocated to Tamil Nadu until 31 May 2026 now remain unallocated with effect from 1 June 2026 until further orders. The revised station-wise entitlements of Northern Region beneficiaries follow the Ministry of Power's order of 27 March 2026.
MNRE & BEE
8Global EV sales top 20 million in 2025, up 20%, displacing 1.7 million barrels of oil a day: IEA
The IEA's Global EV Outlook 2026 reports that electric-car sales grew 20% globally to exceed 20 million units in 2025, accounting for around a quarter of all car sales and nearly 55% in China. The global EV fleet displaced about 1.7 million barrels of oil per day in 2025, on track to triple to around 5 mb/d by 2030. India's EV sales grew more than 30% during the year.
8EU study finds public EV charging far costlier than home charging, urges fair port-power pricing
A study for the European Parliament's TRAN committee examines whether prices for public EV charging and onshore power supply at ports are reasonable, transparent, comparable and non-discriminatory under EU rules. It finds public charging is substantially more expensive than charging at home or the workplace, raising questions about pricing fairness as Europe scales up electric-vehicle and shore-power infrastructure.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8NLDC sets all-India ISTS transmission loss at 3.41% for 1-7 June 2026
Grid Controller of India Limited's NLDC notified an all-India ISTS transmission system loss of 3.41% for the week 1-7 June 2026, computed under the CERC (Sharing of Inter State Transmission Charges and Losses) Regulations, 2020. The figure is derived from the previous week's SEM data — injection of 19,443.17 MU and drawal of 18,809.83 MU at regional nodes, after adjusting 867.94 MU from Regulation 13 projects.
8TERI says India needs $2.5 trillion by 2030 for climate action, floats five-pillar bankability framework
A discussion paper by The Energy and Resources Institute estimates India will require about $2.5 trillion through 2030 to meet its mitigation and adaptation goals, with roughly $200 billion needed annually to reach net-zero by 2070 — against current climate-finance flows of less than a quarter of that. India's $3.0-3.2 trillion commercial finance pool is bank-dominated, and the paper proposes recalibrating credit appraisal across five pillars.
8Government's coal gasification scheme targets Rs. 85,000-crore investment and 23 MTPA coal use
India's Coal Gasification Scheme for surface coal and lignite gasification projects aims to mobilise about Rs. 85,000 crore of investment, enable around 23 MTPA of coal utilisation and deliver roughly Rs. 28,000 crore of import substitution. Set against the country's reserves of about 401 billion tonnes of coal and 47 billion tonnes of lignite, the scheme offers incentives and a sector floor price to spur domestic gasification.
TENDERS & PROCUREMENT
8MERC advertises 45 consumer-grievance forum posts — 35 chairpersons and 10 members — across Maharashtra
The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission issued a detailed advertisement to fill 35 Chairperson and 10 Independent Member posts in Consumer Grievance Redressal Forums across the state under Section 42(5) of the Electricity Act, 2003. The appointments span distribution licensees including MSEDCL (26 Chairperson posts) and are governed by the MERC (Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum & Ombudsman) Regulations, 2020 as amended in 2024.
8PSPCL sanctions 10-day smart energy meter training for linemen at Jalandhar Knowledge Centre from 1 June
Punjab State Power Corporation Limited's Zonal Knowledge Centre at Chuggitti Bypass, Jalandhar, issued an office order sanctioning a 10-day training programme for LM/ALM staff on the Jr. Technician Smart Energy Meter course aligned with NCVET qualification QP-PSS/Q2508, running from 1 June to 12 June 2026. The skilling initiative supports PSPCL's rollout of smart metering across Punjab. Details
8Power Minister Manohar Lal reviews Mizoram power sector; state targets 25% AT&C losses by March 2027
Union Power Minister Shri Manohar Lal chaired a review of the Mizoram power sector in Aizawl on 29 May 2026 with the state's Power Minister Shri F. Rodingliana and senior officials, focusing on reforms under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme. The state committed to bringing AT&C losses down to 25% by March 2027 and completing smart-meter installation across Mizoram by June 2027, with the Minister urging faster beneficiary registration.
8WRPC de-allocates 56 MW of Mouda STPS-I power from Tamil Nadu effective 1 June 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee, in a letter dated 29 May 2026, withdrew the 56 MW share of Mouda STPS-I power allocated to Tamil Nadu with effect from 1 June 2026, reverting it to Gujarat and DNHDDPDCL per the Ministry of Power's order of 27 March 2026. The reversal restores a firm allocation of 5.55 MW and specific allocation of 40.67 MW to Gujarat and 9.78 MW to DNHDDPDCL.
8NRPC strips Tamil Nadu of 80 MW from Unchahar-I and Tanda-II from 1 June 2026
The Northern Regional Power Committee, in Revision No. 02/2026-27 dated 29 May 2026, recorded that the 36 MW from Unchahar TPP-I and 44 MW from Tanda-II STPS earlier allocated to Tamil Nadu until 31 May 2026 now remain unallocated with effect from 1 June 2026 until further orders. The revised station-wise entitlements of Northern Region beneficiaries follow the Ministry of Power's order of 27 March 2026.
MNRE & BEE
8Global EV sales top 20 million in 2025, up 20%, displacing 1.7 million barrels of oil a day: IEA
The IEA's Global EV Outlook 2026 reports that electric-car sales grew 20% globally to exceed 20 million units in 2025, accounting for around a quarter of all car sales and nearly 55% in China. The global EV fleet displaced about 1.7 million barrels of oil per day in 2025, on track to triple to around 5 mb/d by 2030. India's EV sales grew more than 30% during the year.
8EU study finds public EV charging far costlier than home charging, urges fair port-power pricing
A study for the European Parliament's TRAN committee examines whether prices for public EV charging and onshore power supply at ports are reasonable, transparent, comparable and non-discriminatory under EU rules. It finds public charging is substantially more expensive than charging at home or the workplace, raising questions about pricing fairness as Europe scales up electric-vehicle and shore-power infrastructure.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8NLDC sets all-India ISTS transmission loss at 3.41% for 1-7 June 2026
Grid Controller of India Limited's NLDC notified an all-India ISTS transmission system loss of 3.41% for the week 1-7 June 2026, computed under the CERC (Sharing of Inter State Transmission Charges and Losses) Regulations, 2020. The figure is derived from the previous week's SEM data — injection of 19,443.17 MU and drawal of 18,809.83 MU at regional nodes, after adjusting 867.94 MU from Regulation 13 projects.
8TERI says India needs $2.5 trillion by 2030 for climate action, floats five-pillar bankability framework
A discussion paper by The Energy and Resources Institute estimates India will require about $2.5 trillion through 2030 to meet its mitigation and adaptation goals, with roughly $200 billion needed annually to reach net-zero by 2070 — against current climate-finance flows of less than a quarter of that. India's $3.0-3.2 trillion commercial finance pool is bank-dominated, and the paper proposes recalibrating credit appraisal across five pillars.
8Government's coal gasification scheme targets Rs. 85,000-crore investment and 23 MTPA coal use
India's Coal Gasification Scheme for surface coal and lignite gasification projects aims to mobilise about Rs. 85,000 crore of investment, enable around 23 MTPA of coal utilisation and deliver roughly Rs. 28,000 crore of import substitution. Set against the country's reserves of about 401 billion tonnes of coal and 47 billion tonnes of lignite, the scheme offers incentives and a sector floor price to spur domestic gasification.
TENDERS & PROCUREMENT
8MERC advertises 45 consumer-grievance forum posts — 35 chairpersons and 10 members — across Maharashtra
The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission issued a detailed advertisement to fill 35 Chairperson and 10 Independent Member posts in Consumer Grievance Redressal Forums across the state under Section 42(5) of the Electricity Act, 2003. The appointments span distribution licensees including MSEDCL (26 Chairperson posts) and are governed by the MERC (Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum & Ombudsman) Regulations, 2020 as amended in 2024.
8PSPCL sanctions 10-day smart energy meter training for linemen at Jalandhar Knowledge Centre from 1 June
Punjab State Power Corporation Limited's Zonal Knowledge Centre at Chuggitti Bypass, Jalandhar, issued an office order sanctioning a 10-day training programme for LM/ALM staff on the Jr. Technician Smart Energy Meter course aligned with NCVET qualification QP-PSS/Q2508, running from 1 June to 12 June 2026. The skilling initiative supports PSPCL's rollout of smart metering across Punjab. Details
NEWS UPDATE: RENEWABLE ENERGY
Jun 01:
SOLAR POWER
8India's wind and solar deliver 1,188.67 MU on 28 May as total RE hits 1,218.4 MU: CEA
CEA's Daily Renewable Generation Report for 28 May 2026 records all-India renewable output of 1,218.40 MU, comprising wind 513.28 MU, solar 675.39 MU and biomass/others 29.73 MU. Cumulative renewable generation for May 2026 reached 28,125.47 MU (wind 9,388.15 MU, solar 17,993.80 MU, others 743.53 MU), underscoring solar's growing share during the high-irradiance pre-monsoon period.
8IEX Green Day-Ahead Market clears 29,746 MWh on 31 May at Rs. 3,192.87/MWh
The Indian Energy Exchange's Green Day-Ahead Market scheduled 29,746.17 MWh for delivery date 31 May 2026 — split across solar 15,747.02 MWh, non-solar 11,915.22 MWh and hydro 2,083.99 MWh — at an average market clearing price of Rs. 3,192.87/MWh. Over the 25 May-1 June window, G-DAM purchase bids totalled 1,285,893 MWh, reflecting steady demand for renewable energy on the green segment.
8NLDC's REMC report shows VRE met 29.67% of India's peak demand on 27 May
Grid-India's NLDC Renewable Energy Management Centre report for 27 May 2026 records all-India maximum demand met of 258,509 MW, with variable renewable energy contributing 76,698 MW or 29.67% of demand — solar at 21.62% (55,896 MW) and wind at 8.05% (20,802 MW). The report also notes an all-time-high VRE generation of 89,110 MW on 20 May 2026 and an all-time-high solar generation of 82,537 MW on 27 March 2026.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8IEX Green Term-Ahead Market trades daylight solar contracts at Rs. 1,406/MWh, non-solar up to Rs. 10,000/MWh on 31 May
Green Term-Ahead Market trade data at the Indian Energy Exchange for 31 May 2026 shows daily-and-contingency solar blocks clearing at Rs. 1,406.00/MWh for volumes around 45 MWh, while non-solar hourly blocks traded at Rs. 10,000.00/MWh for 69 MWh each. The spread between deeply discounted daytime solar and premium-priced non-solar energy illustrates the time-of-day value gap in the green spot market.
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8IEEFA warns India's battery-cell demand will surge tenfold to 272 GWh by FY2030 amid import reliance
An IEEFA commentary dated 29 May 2026 warns that India's advanced chemistry cell battery demand will surge from 28 GWh in 2025 to a projected 272 GWh by FY2030, while nearly every battery cell powering the country's transport and grid electrification is still imported, largely from China. The authors caution that India's bid to cut crude-oil import dependence through transport electrification risks substituting one import reliance for another.
8WIPO-IRENA report maps around 78,000 patents driving decarbonisation of heavy-duty road transport
The WIPO-IRENA Patent Landscape Report on Decarbonizing Heavy-Duty Road Transport (2026) finds that low-emission heavy-duty-road-transport patents grew from about 7% of road-transport patents in 2000 to roughly 20% in 2024, mapping nearly 78,000 patents. Batteries accounted for 73% of all low-emission energy patents in 2024, even as road transport generated 6.2 Gt of CO2 in 2023, over three-quarters of all transport emissions.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8GERC orders Jubilant Infrastructure to refile RPO-compliance petition under 2025 regulations for FY 2024-25
In Petition No. 2512 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, GERC directed Jubilant Infrastructure Limited to amend its renewable purchase obligation compliance petition for FY 2024-25 — covering energy sale of 57.58 MUs and distribution losses of 0.546% — to align with the RPO Regulations, 2025. The petitioner was given two weeks to place the revised RPO-fulfilment details on record.
8Torrent Power told to refile Dahej SEZ RPO-revision plea under GERC's 2025 rules
GERC, in Petition No. 2524 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, considered Torrent Power Limited's plea to revise the minimum quantum of renewable purchase for FY 2024-25 for the Dahej SEZ area. Holding that compliance for FY 2024-25 must be verified under the RPO Regulations, 2025, the Commission directed Torrent Power to amend the petition with full RPO-fulfilment details within two weeks before public comments are sought.
8GERC directs Torrent Power to recast Dholera SIR RPO-revision petition within two weeks
In a parallel order dated 30 May 2026 in Petition No. 2525 of 2025, GERC asked Torrent Power Limited to amend its petition seeking revision of the minimum renewable-purchase quantum for FY 2024-25 for the Dholera SIR area. The Commission ruled that since RPO compliance for FY 2024-25 falls under the RPO Regulations, 2025, the petitioner must place the relevant fulfilment details on record within two weeks.
8MSERC proposes first amendment to renewable-energy tariff rules, issues pre-publication notice
The Meghalaya State Electricity Regulatory Commission, via a pre-publication notification dated 18 May 2026, proposed the MSERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff for Generation from Renewable Energy Sources) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2025, under Sections 86(1) and 61 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The amendment revisits renewable-tariff regulations originally notified on 19 December 2025 after the Commission's review identified provisions needing change.
8MPSEZ Utilities' RPO-compliance petition under 2025 regulations advances at GERC with public notice directive
GERC, in Petition No. 2656 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, took up MPSEZ Utilities Limited's compliance petition under the GERC (Procurement of Energy from Renewable Sources) Regulations, 2025, which stipulate RPO targets across RE categories along with storage obligations. The Commission directed the petitioner to publish a public notice inviting stakeholder comments and have the petition uploaded for public views.
8GIFT Power's FY 2024-25 RPO-status petition sent back by GERC for realignment to 2025 regulations
GERC, in Petition No. 2575 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, took up GIFT Power Company Limited's plea on RPO compliance status for FY 2024-25 under the RPO Regulations, 2010. Observing that any annual RPO review requires a public notice inviting stakeholder comments and that FY 2024-25 compliance must proceed under the RPO Regulations, 2025, the Commission directed the petitioner to amend the present petition within two weeks. Details
8India's wind and solar deliver 1,188.67 MU on 28 May as total RE hits 1,218.4 MU: CEA
CEA's Daily Renewable Generation Report for 28 May 2026 records all-India renewable output of 1,218.40 MU, comprising wind 513.28 MU, solar 675.39 MU and biomass/others 29.73 MU. Cumulative renewable generation for May 2026 reached 28,125.47 MU (wind 9,388.15 MU, solar 17,993.80 MU, others 743.53 MU), underscoring solar's growing share during the high-irradiance pre-monsoon period.
8IEX Green Day-Ahead Market clears 29,746 MWh on 31 May at Rs. 3,192.87/MWh
The Indian Energy Exchange's Green Day-Ahead Market scheduled 29,746.17 MWh for delivery date 31 May 2026 — split across solar 15,747.02 MWh, non-solar 11,915.22 MWh and hydro 2,083.99 MWh — at an average market clearing price of Rs. 3,192.87/MWh. Over the 25 May-1 June window, G-DAM purchase bids totalled 1,285,893 MWh, reflecting steady demand for renewable energy on the green segment.
8NLDC's REMC report shows VRE met 29.67% of India's peak demand on 27 May
Grid-India's NLDC Renewable Energy Management Centre report for 27 May 2026 records all-India maximum demand met of 258,509 MW, with variable renewable energy contributing 76,698 MW or 29.67% of demand — solar at 21.62% (55,896 MW) and wind at 8.05% (20,802 MW). The report also notes an all-time-high VRE generation of 89,110 MW on 20 May 2026 and an all-time-high solar generation of 82,537 MW on 27 March 2026.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8IEX Green Term-Ahead Market trades daylight solar contracts at Rs. 1,406/MWh, non-solar up to Rs. 10,000/MWh on 31 May
Green Term-Ahead Market trade data at the Indian Energy Exchange for 31 May 2026 shows daily-and-contingency solar blocks clearing at Rs. 1,406.00/MWh for volumes around 45 MWh, while non-solar hourly blocks traded at Rs. 10,000.00/MWh for 69 MWh each. The spread between deeply discounted daytime solar and premium-priced non-solar energy illustrates the time-of-day value gap in the green spot market.
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8IEEFA warns India's battery-cell demand will surge tenfold to 272 GWh by FY2030 amid import reliance
An IEEFA commentary dated 29 May 2026 warns that India's advanced chemistry cell battery demand will surge from 28 GWh in 2025 to a projected 272 GWh by FY2030, while nearly every battery cell powering the country's transport and grid electrification is still imported, largely from China. The authors caution that India's bid to cut crude-oil import dependence through transport electrification risks substituting one import reliance for another.
8WIPO-IRENA report maps around 78,000 patents driving decarbonisation of heavy-duty road transport
The WIPO-IRENA Patent Landscape Report on Decarbonizing Heavy-Duty Road Transport (2026) finds that low-emission heavy-duty-road-transport patents grew from about 7% of road-transport patents in 2000 to roughly 20% in 2024, mapping nearly 78,000 patents. Batteries accounted for 73% of all low-emission energy patents in 2024, even as road transport generated 6.2 Gt of CO2 in 2023, over three-quarters of all transport emissions.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8GERC orders Jubilant Infrastructure to refile RPO-compliance petition under 2025 regulations for FY 2024-25
In Petition No. 2512 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, GERC directed Jubilant Infrastructure Limited to amend its renewable purchase obligation compliance petition for FY 2024-25 — covering energy sale of 57.58 MUs and distribution losses of 0.546% — to align with the RPO Regulations, 2025. The petitioner was given two weeks to place the revised RPO-fulfilment details on record.
8Torrent Power told to refile Dahej SEZ RPO-revision plea under GERC's 2025 rules
GERC, in Petition No. 2524 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, considered Torrent Power Limited's plea to revise the minimum quantum of renewable purchase for FY 2024-25 for the Dahej SEZ area. Holding that compliance for FY 2024-25 must be verified under the RPO Regulations, 2025, the Commission directed Torrent Power to amend the petition with full RPO-fulfilment details within two weeks before public comments are sought.
8GERC directs Torrent Power to recast Dholera SIR RPO-revision petition within two weeks
In a parallel order dated 30 May 2026 in Petition No. 2525 of 2025, GERC asked Torrent Power Limited to amend its petition seeking revision of the minimum renewable-purchase quantum for FY 2024-25 for the Dholera SIR area. The Commission ruled that since RPO compliance for FY 2024-25 falls under the RPO Regulations, 2025, the petitioner must place the relevant fulfilment details on record within two weeks.
8MSERC proposes first amendment to renewable-energy tariff rules, issues pre-publication notice
The Meghalaya State Electricity Regulatory Commission, via a pre-publication notification dated 18 May 2026, proposed the MSERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff for Generation from Renewable Energy Sources) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2025, under Sections 86(1) and 61 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The amendment revisits renewable-tariff regulations originally notified on 19 December 2025 after the Commission's review identified provisions needing change.
8MPSEZ Utilities' RPO-compliance petition under 2025 regulations advances at GERC with public notice directive
GERC, in Petition No. 2656 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, took up MPSEZ Utilities Limited's compliance petition under the GERC (Procurement of Energy from Renewable Sources) Regulations, 2025, which stipulate RPO targets across RE categories along with storage obligations. The Commission directed the petitioner to publish a public notice inviting stakeholder comments and have the petition uploaded for public views.
8GIFT Power's FY 2024-25 RPO-status petition sent back by GERC for realignment to 2025 regulations
GERC, in Petition No. 2575 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, took up GIFT Power Company Limited's plea on RPO compliance status for FY 2024-25 under the RPO Regulations, 2010. Observing that any annual RPO review requires a public notice inviting stakeholder comments and that FY 2024-25 compliance must proceed under the RPO Regulations, 2025, the Commission directed the petitioner to amend the present petition within two weeks. Details
NEWS UPDATE: PROJECT AWARDS & CAPACITY ADDITION
Jun 01:
WORK ORDERS & SUPPLY CONTRACTS
8Solar Industries India bags Rs. 1,076-crore defence export order from international clients
Solar Industries India Limited intimated the exchanges that it had received export orders worth Rs. 1,076 crore for the supply of defence products to international clients, to be delivered over a defined period. The disclosure, made under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations, adds to the explosives-and-defence major's growing overseas defence order pipeline.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8SECI lists 1,200 MW of solar-plus-storage capacity at Rs. 3.12-3.13/kWh under ISTS Tranche-XXI
SECI's 'Power Available for Sale' statement as on 29 May 2026 shows 1,200 MW of contracted Solar+BESS capacity under the ISTS Tranche-XXI scheme at discovered tariffs of Rs. 3.12-3.13/kWh, with developers including NLC India Renewables (600 MW), Engie Energy India (200 MW), RPIL Power Three (300 MW) and Oriana Power (100 MW). A trading margin of Rs. 0.07/kWh applies, and developers must additionally supply half the contracted capacity for six peak hours.
8UPERC adopts PM-KUSUM solar tariffs and approves 29 PPAs for 165.5 MW under Petition 2346
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Petition No. 2346 of 2026 disposed of on 29 May 2026, adopted the tariffs discovered for grid-connected solar plants on segregated agriculture feeders under Component C-2 of the PM KUSUM scheme and approved 29 PPAs for 165.5 MW between project developers and UPPCL. Discovered tariffs spanned roughly Rs. 2.01-Rs. 3.20/kWh, including bids at Rs. 2.20/kWh and Rs. 2.99/kWh.
8UPERC clears 28 more PM-KUSUM solar PPAs for 56 MW under Petition 2347
In Petition No. 2347 of 2026, also decided on 29 May 2026, UPERC adopted the discovered tariffs and approved 28 PPAs totalling 56 MW between project developers and UPPCL for grid-connected solar plants on segregated agriculture feeders under PM KUSUM Component C-2. The approvals advance the same RESCO-mode RfS aggregating 2,553.5 MW aimed at supplying daytime power for agricultural use across Uttar Pradesh.
8HPERC approves PPA for Sai Eternal Foundation's 1.40 MW small hydro project with HPSEBL
The Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, in its order dated 29 May 2026 in Petition No. 84 of 2026, approved the joint petition of HPSEBL and M/s Sai Eternal Foundation under Section 86(1)(b) for the power purchase agreement of a 1.40 MW small hydro electric project. The Commission set tariff applicability per its 4th Control Period, provided for free power to the Government of Himachal Pradesh per the implementation agreement.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8OPWIND presses GERC to enforce 25 MW wind-solar hybrid timeline at Kalawad against GETCO
In Petition No. 2642 of 2026, decided on 30 May 2026, GERC heard M/s OPWIND Energy Pvt. Limited's plea to enforce commissioning timelines for a 25 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Project at the 220 kV Kalawad sub-station, alleging Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation's refusal to give effect to the Commission's order of 21 January 2026 in Petition No. 2490 of 2025. GETCO was granted two weeks to file its reply.
8GSECL files for tariff of 210 MW Babarzar solar project; GERC allows GUVNL rejoinder window
In Petition No. 2650 of 2026 dated 30 May 2026, GERC took up Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited's petition under Section 62 read with Section 86(1)(a) for determination of tariff for a 210 MW solar photovoltaic grid-connected project at Babarzar in Jamnagar district. With Respondent GUVNL having filed its reply, the Commission allowed GSECL two weeks to file a rejoinder.
8GERC advances GSECL's 55 MW Sanes solar-tariff petition, allows rejoinder to GUVNL reply
GERC, in Petition No. 2651 of 2026 dated 30 May 2026, heard Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited's plea for determination of tariff for a 55 MW solar photovoltaic grid-connected project at Sanes in Bhavnagar district. With Respondent GUVNL having filed its reply, the Commission permitted GSECL to file a rejoinder within two weeks and to move an interlocutory application if needed before the next hearing. Details
8Solar Industries India bags Rs. 1,076-crore defence export order from international clients
Solar Industries India Limited intimated the exchanges that it had received export orders worth Rs. 1,076 crore for the supply of defence products to international clients, to be delivered over a defined period. The disclosure, made under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations, adds to the explosives-and-defence major's growing overseas defence order pipeline.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8SECI lists 1,200 MW of solar-plus-storage capacity at Rs. 3.12-3.13/kWh under ISTS Tranche-XXI
SECI's 'Power Available for Sale' statement as on 29 May 2026 shows 1,200 MW of contracted Solar+BESS capacity under the ISTS Tranche-XXI scheme at discovered tariffs of Rs. 3.12-3.13/kWh, with developers including NLC India Renewables (600 MW), Engie Energy India (200 MW), RPIL Power Three (300 MW) and Oriana Power (100 MW). A trading margin of Rs. 0.07/kWh applies, and developers must additionally supply half the contracted capacity for six peak hours.
8UPERC adopts PM-KUSUM solar tariffs and approves 29 PPAs for 165.5 MW under Petition 2346
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Petition No. 2346 of 2026 disposed of on 29 May 2026, adopted the tariffs discovered for grid-connected solar plants on segregated agriculture feeders under Component C-2 of the PM KUSUM scheme and approved 29 PPAs for 165.5 MW between project developers and UPPCL. Discovered tariffs spanned roughly Rs. 2.01-Rs. 3.20/kWh, including bids at Rs. 2.20/kWh and Rs. 2.99/kWh.
8UPERC clears 28 more PM-KUSUM solar PPAs for 56 MW under Petition 2347
In Petition No. 2347 of 2026, also decided on 29 May 2026, UPERC adopted the discovered tariffs and approved 28 PPAs totalling 56 MW between project developers and UPPCL for grid-connected solar plants on segregated agriculture feeders under PM KUSUM Component C-2. The approvals advance the same RESCO-mode RfS aggregating 2,553.5 MW aimed at supplying daytime power for agricultural use across Uttar Pradesh.
8HPERC approves PPA for Sai Eternal Foundation's 1.40 MW small hydro project with HPSEBL
The Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, in its order dated 29 May 2026 in Petition No. 84 of 2026, approved the joint petition of HPSEBL and M/s Sai Eternal Foundation under Section 86(1)(b) for the power purchase agreement of a 1.40 MW small hydro electric project. The Commission set tariff applicability per its 4th Control Period, provided for free power to the Government of Himachal Pradesh per the implementation agreement.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8OPWIND presses GERC to enforce 25 MW wind-solar hybrid timeline at Kalawad against GETCO
In Petition No. 2642 of 2026, decided on 30 May 2026, GERC heard M/s OPWIND Energy Pvt. Limited's plea to enforce commissioning timelines for a 25 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Project at the 220 kV Kalawad sub-station, alleging Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation's refusal to give effect to the Commission's order of 21 January 2026 in Petition No. 2490 of 2025. GETCO was granted two weeks to file its reply.
8GSECL files for tariff of 210 MW Babarzar solar project; GERC allows GUVNL rejoinder window
In Petition No. 2650 of 2026 dated 30 May 2026, GERC took up Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited's petition under Section 62 read with Section 86(1)(a) for determination of tariff for a 210 MW solar photovoltaic grid-connected project at Babarzar in Jamnagar district. With Respondent GUVNL having filed its reply, the Commission allowed GSECL two weeks to file a rejoinder.
8GERC advances GSECL's 55 MW Sanes solar-tariff petition, allows rejoinder to GUVNL reply
GERC, in Petition No. 2651 of 2026 dated 30 May 2026, heard Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited's plea for determination of tariff for a 55 MW solar photovoltaic grid-connected project at Sanes in Bhavnagar district. With Respondent GUVNL having filed its reply, the Commission permitted GSECL to file a rejoinder within two weeks and to move an interlocutory application if needed before the next hearing. Details
NEWS UPDATE: TARIFF & REGULATORY ORDERS
Jun 01:
COMMISSION ORDERS (CERC/SERC)
8CERC grants POWERGRID subsidiary a transmission licence for Rs. 3,118.6-million-a-year Angul-Srikakulam 765 kV link
CERC, in Petition No. 121/TL/2026 dated 28 May 2026, allowed SR and ER Power Transmission Limited — a wholly owned subsidiary of Power Grid Corporation of India Limited — a transmission licence to Build, Own, Operate and Transfer the Angul-Srikakulam 765 kV second double-circuit line with 240 MVAr switchable line reactors at both ends and a 330 MVAr bus reactor at Angul, scheduled for commissioning within 30 months at a lowest quoted annual transmission charge of Rs. 3,118.60 million.
8Enerica Infra wins Morena SEZ RE-evacuation licence at Rs. 1,562.34 million/year to wheel 2,500 MW in Madhya Pradesh
CERC, in Petition No. 131/TL/2026 dated 28 May 2026, granted a transmission licence to Morena-I SEZ Transmission Limited for the system evacuating power from RE projects in Morena SEZ, Madhya Pradesh Phase-I (2,500 MW). The scope includes a 765/400 kV Morena pooling station with 3x1,500 MVA and 2x500 MVA transformers to be built within 27 months. Enerica Infra 1 Private Limited was declared the successful bidder at Rs. 1,562.34 million annually.
8CERC clears Rs. 1,300-million POWERGRID licence to integrate 3 GW of RE at Bellary and Davanagere in Karnataka
In Petition No. 133/TL/2026 dated 28 May 2026, CERC allowed POWERGRID Bellary Davanagere Transmission Limited a licence to integrate additional RE potential at Davanagere (0.25 GW) and Bellary (2.75 GW). Works include 2x1,500 MVA 765/400 kV transformers at Davanagere and six 500 MVA 400/220 kV ICTs at Bellary, scheduled within 24 months. Power Grid Corporation of India Limited won the REC Power Development-run bid at Rs. 1,300.00 million annually.
8CERC trues up NEEPCO's 135 MW Agartala gas station, allows revised AFC peaking at Rs. 192.77 crore for 2023-24
CERC, in Petition No. 39/GT/2025 dated 28 May 2026, completed the truing-up of the generation tariff for North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited's 135 MW Agartala Gas Based Power Station for 2019-24 and determined the 2024-29 tariff. Revised annual fixed charges for 2023-24 were set at Rs. 19,277.40 lakh against an opening capital cost of about Rs. 652.93 crore. The 2024-25 AFC was allowed at Rs. 20,694.84 lakh.
8NTPC's 440 MW Tanda Stage-I tariff revised by CERC, annual fixed charges around Rs. 363 crore for 2019-24
CERC, in Petition No. 701/GT/2025 dated 28 May 2026, revised the tariff of NTPC Limited's 440 MW Tanda Super Thermal Power Station Stage-I for 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2024 after truing-up, with Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited as the beneficiary. On an average capital cost of about Rs. 1,243.75 crore, allowed annual fixed charges ranged from Rs. 36,546.51 lakh in 2019-20 to Rs. 36,330.11 lakh in 2023-24.
8CERC finalises northern-region transformer-augmentation transmission tariff, allows Rs. 3,515.95 lakh AFC for 2023-24
In Petition No. 751/TT/2025 dated 28 May 2026, CERC trued up the 2019-24 transmission tariff and determined the 2024-29 tariff for combined assets covering augmentation of transformers in the Northern Region, Part-B. Allowed annual fixed charges for Combined Assets 1 to 4 and 7 rose from Rs. 3,377.48 lakh in 2019-20 to Rs. 3,515.95 lakh in 2023-24, easing to Rs. 3,079.51 lakh by 2028-29.
8GERC moves to quarterly FPPAS recovery for FY 2026-27, tightens DISCOM disclosure and CA certification
In its suo-motu order dated 29 May 2026 in Petition No. 2646 of 2026, GERC finalised the computation and recovery framework for the Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge for FY 2026-27 under the GERC (MYT) Regulations, 2024. The Commission allowed FPPAS to be computed and recovered on a quarterly basis, subject to year-end truing-up, directing all distribution licensees to submit detailed quarterly calculations certified by a practising Chartered Accountant.
8WBERC allows WBPDCL to recover Rs. 88,571.86 lakh in FY 2019-20 fuel-cost adjustment
The West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission, in its order dated 29 May 2026 in Cases FPPCA-104/21-22 and APR-93/21-22, determined the Fuel and Power Purchase Cost Adjustment for West Bengal Power Development Corporation Limited for FY 2019-20. The Commission found Rs. 88,571.86 lakh recoverable by WBPDCL, while directing a refund of Rs. 4,763.26 lakh to WBSETCL on transmission assets and ruling no carrying cost admissible.
8WBERC approves Rs. 2/kWh capped tariff for Himadri's 12 MW waste-gas plant through 2034
The West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Case No. PPA-120 (Vol-II)/25-26 dated 29 May 2026, approved the fourth supplementary agreement for surplus power from Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd's 12 MW waste-gas-based plant to WBSEDCL, extending the PPA up to 16 February 2034. The Commission found the mutually agreed capped rate of Rs. 2.00/kWh well within its Rs. 3.34/kWh ceiling and below WBSEDCL's average power-purchase cost of Rs. 3.66/kWh for 2025-26.
8TNERC floats draft 2026 deviation settlement mechanism rules, seeks comments by 13 June
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission published the Draft TNERC (Deviation Settlement Mechanism and Related Matters) Regulations, 2026 via Notification No. TNERC/DSM&RM/22 dated 29 May 2026, proposing amendments to the 2019 DSM regulations under Sections 32 and 33 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The draft will be taken up for consideration after fifteen days from publication, with stakeholder comments invited by 13 June 2026.
8TNERC releases draft 2026 intra-state transmission tariff regulations under multi-year framework
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission issued the Draft TNERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff for Intra-State Transmission System) Regulations, 2026, dated 31 May 2026, setting out a Multi-Year Tariff framework, petition procedures and general principles. The comprehensive draft governs how intra-state transmission tariff in Tamil Nadu will be computed in the coming control period, inviting stakeholder participation before finalisation.
8MSERC unveils draft multi-year tariff regulations 2026, effective for tariffs from April 2027
The Meghalaya State Electricity Regulatory Commission issued the Draft MSERC (Multi Year Tariff) Regulations, 2026, dated 25 May 2026, to replace the 2014 MYT framework for all generating companies, transmission and distribution licensees in the state. The 179-page draft will apply to tariff determination from 1 April 2027, while truing-up of revenues for years before 2027-28 will continue under the 2014 regulations.
8WBERC extends comment deadline on draft 2025 tariff regulations to 22 June 2026
The West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission, in a public notice dated 29 May 2026, extended the last date for stakeholder suggestions on the Draft WBERC (Terms and Conditions of Tariff) Regulations, 2025 to 22 June 2026. The extension responds to requests from various stakeholders, with the 297-page draft governing future tariff determination in West Bengal. Several extension notices have been issued since November 2025.
8GSECL seeks NAPAF and auxiliary-consumption revision for 2x250 MW Bhavnagar lignite station; GERC allows reply time
In Petition No. 2592 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, GERC heard Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited's plea under Regulation 12.1 of the GERC (MYT) Regulations, 2024 to amend Regulation 53 and revise the Normative Annual Plant Availability Factor and auxiliary consumption for the 2x250 MW Bhavnagar Lignite Thermal Power Station. Respondent GUVNL was given two weeks to file its reply before the next hearing.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8APTEL orders DVC to refund Tata Steel's delayed-payment surcharge at SBI prime rate in Rs. 37.57-crore AMG dispute
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in its judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal No. 179 of 2021, partly allowed Tata Steel's challenge to a JSERC order concerning Damodar Valley Corporation's Additional Minimum Guarantee bills totalling Rs. 37.57 crore for 2001-02. Invoking Section 62(6) of the Electricity Act, the Tribunal set aside the impugned order on the interest issue and directed that the delayed payment surcharge be refunded with interest at the SBI Prime Lending Rate.
8APTEL rejects Essar Power's Rs. 1,556-crore compound-interest claim against GUVNL
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in its judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal No. 692 of 2023, disposed of Essar Power's appeal against a GERC order denying compound interest on monetary claims under a PPA dated 30 May 1996. The appellant had claimed Rs. 1,556 crore in compound interest, but the Tribunal held the claim misconceived and upheld the award of simple interest at the bank rate.
8APTEL allows NTPC appeal, restores Rs. 125-crore wagon-tippler capitalisation claim for fresh CERC review
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in its judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal No. 10 of 2018, allowed NTPC's challenge against CERC's disallowance of additional capitalisation — Rs. 112.50 crore for 2016-17 and Rs. 12.50 crore for 2017-18 — towards wagon tippler and associated works. The Tribunal set aside the disallowance and remanded the matter to CERC for fresh consideration with appropriate directions to NTPC.
8APTEL remands BSES DISCOMs' income-tax refund dispute against DERC's 2015-16 tariff orders
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in a common judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal Nos. 92 and 93 of 2016, disposed of BSES Rajdhani Power Limited's and BSES Yamuna's challenge to DERC tariff orders of 29 September 2015. The Tribunal remanded the issues of non-refund of income tax to the DISCOMs and the excess recovery by PPCL from the appellants to DERC to work out the precise liability afresh.
8MPUVNL moves MPERC to fix reactive-power compensation for HT-level RE generators
Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. filed Petition No. 12 of 2026 before MPERC under Para 1(b) of Appendix-K of the MP Grid Code, 2024, seeking determination of reactive-power compensation for RE generators injecting at HT level into the intra-state transmission or distribution grid. The petition covers projects under PM-KUSUM and Surya Mitra Krishi Feeder schemes and relies on a World Bank-supported MANIT report on reactive-power management.
8UPERC gives petitioners six weeks to file rejoinders in 215 MW solar tariff-adoption case
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Petition No. 1110 of 2016 heard on 29 May 2026, continued proceedings on UPPCL and UPNEDA's plea to adopt tariffs discovered through competitive bidding for procurement of 215 MW of solar power. Having closed the filing opportunity for several non-responsive respondents, the Commission granted petitioners six weeks to file rejoinders and listed the matter for the next hearing on 6 August 2026. Details
8CERC grants POWERGRID subsidiary a transmission licence for Rs. 3,118.6-million-a-year Angul-Srikakulam 765 kV link
CERC, in Petition No. 121/TL/2026 dated 28 May 2026, allowed SR and ER Power Transmission Limited — a wholly owned subsidiary of Power Grid Corporation of India Limited — a transmission licence to Build, Own, Operate and Transfer the Angul-Srikakulam 765 kV second double-circuit line with 240 MVAr switchable line reactors at both ends and a 330 MVAr bus reactor at Angul, scheduled for commissioning within 30 months at a lowest quoted annual transmission charge of Rs. 3,118.60 million.
8Enerica Infra wins Morena SEZ RE-evacuation licence at Rs. 1,562.34 million/year to wheel 2,500 MW in Madhya Pradesh
CERC, in Petition No. 131/TL/2026 dated 28 May 2026, granted a transmission licence to Morena-I SEZ Transmission Limited for the system evacuating power from RE projects in Morena SEZ, Madhya Pradesh Phase-I (2,500 MW). The scope includes a 765/400 kV Morena pooling station with 3x1,500 MVA and 2x500 MVA transformers to be built within 27 months. Enerica Infra 1 Private Limited was declared the successful bidder at Rs. 1,562.34 million annually.
8CERC clears Rs. 1,300-million POWERGRID licence to integrate 3 GW of RE at Bellary and Davanagere in Karnataka
In Petition No. 133/TL/2026 dated 28 May 2026, CERC allowed POWERGRID Bellary Davanagere Transmission Limited a licence to integrate additional RE potential at Davanagere (0.25 GW) and Bellary (2.75 GW). Works include 2x1,500 MVA 765/400 kV transformers at Davanagere and six 500 MVA 400/220 kV ICTs at Bellary, scheduled within 24 months. Power Grid Corporation of India Limited won the REC Power Development-run bid at Rs. 1,300.00 million annually.
8CERC trues up NEEPCO's 135 MW Agartala gas station, allows revised AFC peaking at Rs. 192.77 crore for 2023-24
CERC, in Petition No. 39/GT/2025 dated 28 May 2026, completed the truing-up of the generation tariff for North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited's 135 MW Agartala Gas Based Power Station for 2019-24 and determined the 2024-29 tariff. Revised annual fixed charges for 2023-24 were set at Rs. 19,277.40 lakh against an opening capital cost of about Rs. 652.93 crore. The 2024-25 AFC was allowed at Rs. 20,694.84 lakh.
8NTPC's 440 MW Tanda Stage-I tariff revised by CERC, annual fixed charges around Rs. 363 crore for 2019-24
CERC, in Petition No. 701/GT/2025 dated 28 May 2026, revised the tariff of NTPC Limited's 440 MW Tanda Super Thermal Power Station Stage-I for 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2024 after truing-up, with Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited as the beneficiary. On an average capital cost of about Rs. 1,243.75 crore, allowed annual fixed charges ranged from Rs. 36,546.51 lakh in 2019-20 to Rs. 36,330.11 lakh in 2023-24.
8CERC finalises northern-region transformer-augmentation transmission tariff, allows Rs. 3,515.95 lakh AFC for 2023-24
In Petition No. 751/TT/2025 dated 28 May 2026, CERC trued up the 2019-24 transmission tariff and determined the 2024-29 tariff for combined assets covering augmentation of transformers in the Northern Region, Part-B. Allowed annual fixed charges for Combined Assets 1 to 4 and 7 rose from Rs. 3,377.48 lakh in 2019-20 to Rs. 3,515.95 lakh in 2023-24, easing to Rs. 3,079.51 lakh by 2028-29.
8GERC moves to quarterly FPPAS recovery for FY 2026-27, tightens DISCOM disclosure and CA certification
In its suo-motu order dated 29 May 2026 in Petition No. 2646 of 2026, GERC finalised the computation and recovery framework for the Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge for FY 2026-27 under the GERC (MYT) Regulations, 2024. The Commission allowed FPPAS to be computed and recovered on a quarterly basis, subject to year-end truing-up, directing all distribution licensees to submit detailed quarterly calculations certified by a practising Chartered Accountant.
8WBERC allows WBPDCL to recover Rs. 88,571.86 lakh in FY 2019-20 fuel-cost adjustment
The West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission, in its order dated 29 May 2026 in Cases FPPCA-104/21-22 and APR-93/21-22, determined the Fuel and Power Purchase Cost Adjustment for West Bengal Power Development Corporation Limited for FY 2019-20. The Commission found Rs. 88,571.86 lakh recoverable by WBPDCL, while directing a refund of Rs. 4,763.26 lakh to WBSETCL on transmission assets and ruling no carrying cost admissible.
8WBERC approves Rs. 2/kWh capped tariff for Himadri's 12 MW waste-gas plant through 2034
The West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Case No. PPA-120 (Vol-II)/25-26 dated 29 May 2026, approved the fourth supplementary agreement for surplus power from Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd's 12 MW waste-gas-based plant to WBSEDCL, extending the PPA up to 16 February 2034. The Commission found the mutually agreed capped rate of Rs. 2.00/kWh well within its Rs. 3.34/kWh ceiling and below WBSEDCL's average power-purchase cost of Rs. 3.66/kWh for 2025-26.
8TNERC floats draft 2026 deviation settlement mechanism rules, seeks comments by 13 June
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission published the Draft TNERC (Deviation Settlement Mechanism and Related Matters) Regulations, 2026 via Notification No. TNERC/DSM&RM/22 dated 29 May 2026, proposing amendments to the 2019 DSM regulations under Sections 32 and 33 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The draft will be taken up for consideration after fifteen days from publication, with stakeholder comments invited by 13 June 2026.
8TNERC releases draft 2026 intra-state transmission tariff regulations under multi-year framework
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission issued the Draft TNERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff for Intra-State Transmission System) Regulations, 2026, dated 31 May 2026, setting out a Multi-Year Tariff framework, petition procedures and general principles. The comprehensive draft governs how intra-state transmission tariff in Tamil Nadu will be computed in the coming control period, inviting stakeholder participation before finalisation.
8MSERC unveils draft multi-year tariff regulations 2026, effective for tariffs from April 2027
The Meghalaya State Electricity Regulatory Commission issued the Draft MSERC (Multi Year Tariff) Regulations, 2026, dated 25 May 2026, to replace the 2014 MYT framework for all generating companies, transmission and distribution licensees in the state. The 179-page draft will apply to tariff determination from 1 April 2027, while truing-up of revenues for years before 2027-28 will continue under the 2014 regulations.
8WBERC extends comment deadline on draft 2025 tariff regulations to 22 June 2026
The West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission, in a public notice dated 29 May 2026, extended the last date for stakeholder suggestions on the Draft WBERC (Terms and Conditions of Tariff) Regulations, 2025 to 22 June 2026. The extension responds to requests from various stakeholders, with the 297-page draft governing future tariff determination in West Bengal. Several extension notices have been issued since November 2025.
8GSECL seeks NAPAF and auxiliary-consumption revision for 2x250 MW Bhavnagar lignite station; GERC allows reply time
In Petition No. 2592 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, GERC heard Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited's plea under Regulation 12.1 of the GERC (MYT) Regulations, 2024 to amend Regulation 53 and revise the Normative Annual Plant Availability Factor and auxiliary consumption for the 2x250 MW Bhavnagar Lignite Thermal Power Station. Respondent GUVNL was given two weeks to file its reply before the next hearing.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8APTEL orders DVC to refund Tata Steel's delayed-payment surcharge at SBI prime rate in Rs. 37.57-crore AMG dispute
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in its judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal No. 179 of 2021, partly allowed Tata Steel's challenge to a JSERC order concerning Damodar Valley Corporation's Additional Minimum Guarantee bills totalling Rs. 37.57 crore for 2001-02. Invoking Section 62(6) of the Electricity Act, the Tribunal set aside the impugned order on the interest issue and directed that the delayed payment surcharge be refunded with interest at the SBI Prime Lending Rate.
8APTEL rejects Essar Power's Rs. 1,556-crore compound-interest claim against GUVNL
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in its judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal No. 692 of 2023, disposed of Essar Power's appeal against a GERC order denying compound interest on monetary claims under a PPA dated 30 May 1996. The appellant had claimed Rs. 1,556 crore in compound interest, but the Tribunal held the claim misconceived and upheld the award of simple interest at the bank rate.
8APTEL allows NTPC appeal, restores Rs. 125-crore wagon-tippler capitalisation claim for fresh CERC review
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in its judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal No. 10 of 2018, allowed NTPC's challenge against CERC's disallowance of additional capitalisation — Rs. 112.50 crore for 2016-17 and Rs. 12.50 crore for 2017-18 — towards wagon tippler and associated works. The Tribunal set aside the disallowance and remanded the matter to CERC for fresh consideration with appropriate directions to NTPC.
8APTEL remands BSES DISCOMs' income-tax refund dispute against DERC's 2015-16 tariff orders
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in a common judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal Nos. 92 and 93 of 2016, disposed of BSES Rajdhani Power Limited's and BSES Yamuna's challenge to DERC tariff orders of 29 September 2015. The Tribunal remanded the issues of non-refund of income tax to the DISCOMs and the excess recovery by PPCL from the appellants to DERC to work out the precise liability afresh.
8MPUVNL moves MPERC to fix reactive-power compensation for HT-level RE generators
Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. filed Petition No. 12 of 2026 before MPERC under Para 1(b) of Appendix-K of the MP Grid Code, 2024, seeking determination of reactive-power compensation for RE generators injecting at HT level into the intra-state transmission or distribution grid. The petition covers projects under PM-KUSUM and Surya Mitra Krishi Feeder schemes and relies on a World Bank-supported MANIT report on reactive-power management.
8UPERC gives petitioners six weeks to file rejoinders in 215 MW solar tariff-adoption case
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Petition No. 1110 of 2016 heard on 29 May 2026, continued proceedings on UPPCL and UPNEDA's plea to adopt tariffs discovered through competitive bidding for procurement of 215 MW of solar power. Having closed the filing opportunity for several non-responsive respondents, the Commission granted petitioners six weeks to file rejoinders and listed the matter for the next hearing on 6 August 2026. Details
NEWS UPDATE: FINANCIAL RESULTS & CORPORATE PERFORMANCE
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ANNUAL RESULTS
8Inox Wind's FY26 net profit leaps 42.5% to Rs. 547.46 crore on Rs. 3,896-crore revenue; board clears Rs. 1,250-crore rights issue
Inox Wind Limited reported audited FY26 revenue from operations of Rs. 3,896.4 crore, up from Rs. 3,498.74 crore a year earlier, with profit for the period rising to Rs. 547.46 crore from Rs. 384.06 crore. At its 29 May 2026 board meeting the company noted an earlier-approved proposal to raise up to Rs. 1,250 crore via a rights issue. The results also flagged an APTEL appeal Inox Green is pursuing after rejection of its plea to retain 300 MW connectivity at Bhuj-II.
8Inox Green Energy's O&M revenue climbs to Rs. 238.48 crore in FY26 as wind services portfolio expands
Inox Green Energy Services Limited reported audited FY26 revenue from operations of Rs. 238.48 crore, up from Rs. 189.38 crore the previous year, with operations-and-maintenance and common-infrastructure expenses of Rs. 122.29 crore. The board, meeting on 29 May 2026, recognised straight-line O&M revenue over contract periods, including Rs. 114.82 crore of services rendered, underscoring the wind-services arm's growing recurring-revenue base.
8IREDA posts Rs. 1,873-crore FY26 net profit on record Rs. 8,309-crore revenue from operations
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited reported FY26 total revenue from operations of Rs. 8,309.00 crore, up from Rs. 6,742.41 crore, and net profit after tax of Rs. 1,873.34 crore. The auditor's report, while clean on a true-and-fair basis, noted Rs. 394.00 crore of accounts kept under prudential watch. The Navratna NBFC's full standalone and consolidated financial statements run to over 250 pages.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure closes FY26 with 27.4% order growth to Rs. 3,430 crore and Rs. 1,911-crore backlog
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited declared audited FY26 results showing orders up 27.4% year-on-year to Rs. 3,430 crore and revenue up 9.6% to Rs. 2,891 crore, with profit before tax at 10.6% of sales (Rs. 305.8 crore). The order backlog as on 31 March 2026 jumped 50.1% year-on-year to Rs. 1,911 crore, while Q4 FY26 orders rose 1.4% to Rs. 772 crore on revenue of Rs. 590 crore.
8Techno Electric's Q4 FY26 revenue jumps 23.8% to Rs. 1,010 crore but PAT slips 15% to Rs. 115 crore
Techno Electric & Engineering reported Q4 FY26 revenue of Rs. 1,010 crore, up 23.8% year-on-year, even as EBITDA rose just 4.3% to Rs. 132 crore (margin down to 13.1% from 15.5%) and PAT fell 15% to Rs. 115 crore on higher material costs. ICICI Direct retained a BUY with a target of Rs. 1,280 (19% upside), citing an unexecuted order book of about Rs. 9,600 crore and an L1 position in a further Rs. 810 crore of projects.
8RMC Switchgears posts Rs. 401.59-crore FY26 revenue, up 26.4%, with Q4 net profit of Rs. 9.30 crore
RMC Switchgears Limited reported consolidated FY26 revenue of Rs. 401.59 crore, a 26.40% year-on-year rise from Rs. 317.73 crore, per a press release filed with BSE and NSE on 31 May 2026. The fourth quarter marked a turnaround with net profit of Rs. 9.30 crore, while full-year gross profit edged up to Rs. 95.06 crore for the Jaipur-based switchgear maker.
8GIPCL approves audited FY26 results and names new internal and secretarial auditors
Gujarat Industries Power Company Limited's board, meeting on 28 May 2026, approved the audited financial results for the half-year and year ended 31 March 2026 and appointed M/s JHS & Associates LLP as Internal Auditor and M/s Mukesh H Shah & Co. as Secretarial Auditor for the financial year. The state-promoted generator filed the board outcome with the stock exchanges.
8MePDCL posts Rs. 40,747 lakh quarterly operating revenue for quarter ended March 2026
The Statement of Accounts of Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited for the quarter ended 31 March 2026 reports revenue from operations of Rs. 40,747.46 lakh for the quarter and Rs. 183,456.05 lakh for the full year, alongside other income of Rs. 33,078.21 lakh for the quarter. Chartered accountants Parik & Co submitted an independent auditor's limited review report for the same period.
8MePDCL's RDSS submission reports FY 2023-24 operating revenue of Rs. 1,834.6 crore and AT&C loss of 13.51%
Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited's RDSS Annexure-II filing for the quarter ended March 2026 reports revenue from operations of Rs. 183,456.04 lakh for FY 2023-24, including Rs. 472.30 crore from inter-state sale and trading, and an AT&C loss of 13.51% against 22.31% in the comparative period. The format also captures transmission losses of 108.91 MU and gross trade receivables of about Rs. 2,602 crore.
8North Bihar Power Distribution's Q4 FY 2025-26 limited review comes back clean from auditors
Chartered accountants Kanhaiya Kumar & Associates submitted an Independent Auditor's Limited Review Report on the unaudited standalone financial results of North Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited for the quarter ended 31 March 2026, addressed to the company's Board of Directors. Conducted under ICAI's Standard on Review Engagements (SRE 2410), the review found nothing requiring qualification in the DISCOM's interim financial statement.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Inox Wind posts audio recording of 29 May analyst and investor call alongside FY26 results
Inox Wind Limited filed the audio recording of its conference call with analysts and investors held on 29 May 2026, under reference IWL:NOI:2026, in line with SEBI LODR disclosure norms. The recording accompanies the company's FY26 results, which showed net profit rising to Rs. 547.46 crore on revenue from operations of Rs. 3,896.4 crore, and the board's in-principle approval of the Rs. 1,250-crore rights issue.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure posts audio recording of FY26 results conference call
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited filed a disclosure sharing the link to the audio recording of its investor conference call held on the FY26 audited financial results, alongside an investor presentation showing orders of Rs. 3,430 crore and an order backlog of Rs. 1,911 crore as on 31 March 2026. Both filings were made under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8IREDA reaffirmed at AAA/Stable by India Ratings; holds BBB Stable from S&P
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited highlighted its credit-rating profile, with India Ratings affirming a long-term AAA/Stable rating and a comprehensive suite of domestic ratings, while S&P Global Ratings assigned a BBB long-term issuer credit rating with Stable outlook and an A-2 short-term rating. The Navratna and Schedule A CPSE, classified as an Infrastructure Finance Company by the RBI, also won Silver at the Green Urja Awards.
8ICRA reaffirms Haldia Energy's Rs. 450-crore commercial paper at A1+ on CESC-linked offtake
ICRA reaffirmed the [ICRA]A1+ rating on Haldia Energy Limited's Rs. 450-crore commercial paper programme on 29 May 2026, supported by the RP-Sanjiv Goenka group company's 600 MW coal-based plant meeting about 35-40% of CESC's annual power demand in its Kolkata distribution territory. The rating factors in a 2.57-MTPA fuel-supply agreement with Mahanadi Coalfields, a Coal India subsidiary.
8ICRA keeps Door Sanchar Hydro's Rs. 24.33-crore facilities at 'D' in non-cooperating category
ICRA continued to place Door Sanchar Hydro Power Private Limited's Rs. 24.33-crore rated facilities, including a Rs. 24.15-crore term loan, in the [ICRA]D 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category on 29 May 2026, citing the company's continued non-cooperation with the rating process. The hydro developer is part of a group with aggregate power capacity of over 12,000 MW that is also active in EPC.
8ICRA withdraws Terra Energy's Rs. 50-crore ratings, last held at 'D'
ICRA withdrew the ratings on Terra Energy Limited's Rs. 50-crore facilities on 29 May 2026, with the long-term fund-based limits last rated [ICRA]D under the 'Issuer Not Cooperating' tag. Terra Energy, incorporated in March 2000 following the demerger of TASL's cogeneration plants, operates 47.1 MW of bagasse-based capacity adjacent to TASL's sugar plants under steam-and-power barter arrangements.
8BSE fines Bharat Coking Coal Rs. 7.65 lakh for SEBI LODR non-compliance in Q4 FY26
Bharat Coking Coal Limited, a subsidiary of Coal India Limited under the Ministry of Coal, disclosed that BSE had imposed a fine of Rs. 7,64,640 (inclusive of GST) for non-compliance with various provisions of the SEBI LODR Regulations for the quarter ended 31 March 2026. The company said it was taking up the matter with the Ministry of Coal, including on the appointment of directors, to address the underlying compliance gaps. Details
8Inox Wind's FY26 net profit leaps 42.5% to Rs. 547.46 crore on Rs. 3,896-crore revenue; board clears Rs. 1,250-crore rights issue
Inox Wind Limited reported audited FY26 revenue from operations of Rs. 3,896.4 crore, up from Rs. 3,498.74 crore a year earlier, with profit for the period rising to Rs. 547.46 crore from Rs. 384.06 crore. At its 29 May 2026 board meeting the company noted an earlier-approved proposal to raise up to Rs. 1,250 crore via a rights issue. The results also flagged an APTEL appeal Inox Green is pursuing after rejection of its plea to retain 300 MW connectivity at Bhuj-II.
8Inox Green Energy's O&M revenue climbs to Rs. 238.48 crore in FY26 as wind services portfolio expands
Inox Green Energy Services Limited reported audited FY26 revenue from operations of Rs. 238.48 crore, up from Rs. 189.38 crore the previous year, with operations-and-maintenance and common-infrastructure expenses of Rs. 122.29 crore. The board, meeting on 29 May 2026, recognised straight-line O&M revenue over contract periods, including Rs. 114.82 crore of services rendered, underscoring the wind-services arm's growing recurring-revenue base.
8IREDA posts Rs. 1,873-crore FY26 net profit on record Rs. 8,309-crore revenue from operations
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited reported FY26 total revenue from operations of Rs. 8,309.00 crore, up from Rs. 6,742.41 crore, and net profit after tax of Rs. 1,873.34 crore. The auditor's report, while clean on a true-and-fair basis, noted Rs. 394.00 crore of accounts kept under prudential watch. The Navratna NBFC's full standalone and consolidated financial statements run to over 250 pages.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure closes FY26 with 27.4% order growth to Rs. 3,430 crore and Rs. 1,911-crore backlog
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited declared audited FY26 results showing orders up 27.4% year-on-year to Rs. 3,430 crore and revenue up 9.6% to Rs. 2,891 crore, with profit before tax at 10.6% of sales (Rs. 305.8 crore). The order backlog as on 31 March 2026 jumped 50.1% year-on-year to Rs. 1,911 crore, while Q4 FY26 orders rose 1.4% to Rs. 772 crore on revenue of Rs. 590 crore.
8Techno Electric's Q4 FY26 revenue jumps 23.8% to Rs. 1,010 crore but PAT slips 15% to Rs. 115 crore
Techno Electric & Engineering reported Q4 FY26 revenue of Rs. 1,010 crore, up 23.8% year-on-year, even as EBITDA rose just 4.3% to Rs. 132 crore (margin down to 13.1% from 15.5%) and PAT fell 15% to Rs. 115 crore on higher material costs. ICICI Direct retained a BUY with a target of Rs. 1,280 (19% upside), citing an unexecuted order book of about Rs. 9,600 crore and an L1 position in a further Rs. 810 crore of projects.
8RMC Switchgears posts Rs. 401.59-crore FY26 revenue, up 26.4%, with Q4 net profit of Rs. 9.30 crore
RMC Switchgears Limited reported consolidated FY26 revenue of Rs. 401.59 crore, a 26.40% year-on-year rise from Rs. 317.73 crore, per a press release filed with BSE and NSE on 31 May 2026. The fourth quarter marked a turnaround with net profit of Rs. 9.30 crore, while full-year gross profit edged up to Rs. 95.06 crore for the Jaipur-based switchgear maker.
8GIPCL approves audited FY26 results and names new internal and secretarial auditors
Gujarat Industries Power Company Limited's board, meeting on 28 May 2026, approved the audited financial results for the half-year and year ended 31 March 2026 and appointed M/s JHS & Associates LLP as Internal Auditor and M/s Mukesh H Shah & Co. as Secretarial Auditor for the financial year. The state-promoted generator filed the board outcome with the stock exchanges.
8MePDCL posts Rs. 40,747 lakh quarterly operating revenue for quarter ended March 2026
The Statement of Accounts of Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited for the quarter ended 31 March 2026 reports revenue from operations of Rs. 40,747.46 lakh for the quarter and Rs. 183,456.05 lakh for the full year, alongside other income of Rs. 33,078.21 lakh for the quarter. Chartered accountants Parik & Co submitted an independent auditor's limited review report for the same period.
8MePDCL's RDSS submission reports FY 2023-24 operating revenue of Rs. 1,834.6 crore and AT&C loss of 13.51%
Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited's RDSS Annexure-II filing for the quarter ended March 2026 reports revenue from operations of Rs. 183,456.04 lakh for FY 2023-24, including Rs. 472.30 crore from inter-state sale and trading, and an AT&C loss of 13.51% against 22.31% in the comparative period. The format also captures transmission losses of 108.91 MU and gross trade receivables of about Rs. 2,602 crore.
8North Bihar Power Distribution's Q4 FY 2025-26 limited review comes back clean from auditors
Chartered accountants Kanhaiya Kumar & Associates submitted an Independent Auditor's Limited Review Report on the unaudited standalone financial results of North Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited for the quarter ended 31 March 2026, addressed to the company's Board of Directors. Conducted under ICAI's Standard on Review Engagements (SRE 2410), the review found nothing requiring qualification in the DISCOM's interim financial statement.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Inox Wind posts audio recording of 29 May analyst and investor call alongside FY26 results
Inox Wind Limited filed the audio recording of its conference call with analysts and investors held on 29 May 2026, under reference IWL:NOI:2026, in line with SEBI LODR disclosure norms. The recording accompanies the company's FY26 results, which showed net profit rising to Rs. 547.46 crore on revenue from operations of Rs. 3,896.4 crore, and the board's in-principle approval of the Rs. 1,250-crore rights issue.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure posts audio recording of FY26 results conference call
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited filed a disclosure sharing the link to the audio recording of its investor conference call held on the FY26 audited financial results, alongside an investor presentation showing orders of Rs. 3,430 crore and an order backlog of Rs. 1,911 crore as on 31 March 2026. Both filings were made under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8IREDA reaffirmed at AAA/Stable by India Ratings; holds BBB Stable from S&P
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited highlighted its credit-rating profile, with India Ratings affirming a long-term AAA/Stable rating and a comprehensive suite of domestic ratings, while S&P Global Ratings assigned a BBB long-term issuer credit rating with Stable outlook and an A-2 short-term rating. The Navratna and Schedule A CPSE, classified as an Infrastructure Finance Company by the RBI, also won Silver at the Green Urja Awards.
8ICRA reaffirms Haldia Energy's Rs. 450-crore commercial paper at A1+ on CESC-linked offtake
ICRA reaffirmed the [ICRA]A1+ rating on Haldia Energy Limited's Rs. 450-crore commercial paper programme on 29 May 2026, supported by the RP-Sanjiv Goenka group company's 600 MW coal-based plant meeting about 35-40% of CESC's annual power demand in its Kolkata distribution territory. The rating factors in a 2.57-MTPA fuel-supply agreement with Mahanadi Coalfields, a Coal India subsidiary.
8ICRA keeps Door Sanchar Hydro's Rs. 24.33-crore facilities at 'D' in non-cooperating category
ICRA continued to place Door Sanchar Hydro Power Private Limited's Rs. 24.33-crore rated facilities, including a Rs. 24.15-crore term loan, in the [ICRA]D 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category on 29 May 2026, citing the company's continued non-cooperation with the rating process. The hydro developer is part of a group with aggregate power capacity of over 12,000 MW that is also active in EPC.
8ICRA withdraws Terra Energy's Rs. 50-crore ratings, last held at 'D'
ICRA withdrew the ratings on Terra Energy Limited's Rs. 50-crore facilities on 29 May 2026, with the long-term fund-based limits last rated [ICRA]D under the 'Issuer Not Cooperating' tag. Terra Energy, incorporated in March 2000 following the demerger of TASL's cogeneration plants, operates 47.1 MW of bagasse-based capacity adjacent to TASL's sugar plants under steam-and-power barter arrangements.
8BSE fines Bharat Coking Coal Rs. 7.65 lakh for SEBI LODR non-compliance in Q4 FY26
Bharat Coking Coal Limited, a subsidiary of Coal India Limited under the Ministry of Coal, disclosed that BSE had imposed a fine of Rs. 7,64,640 (inclusive of GST) for non-compliance with various provisions of the SEBI LODR Regulations for the quarter ended 31 March 2026. The company said it was taking up the matter with the Ministry of Coal, including on the appointment of directors, to address the underlying compliance gaps. Details
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8Tender for supply of ERW pipes, GI pipes, seamless tubes and bends for water lines Details
8Tender for providing & fixing concertina wire fencing with relevant misc. work Details
8Tender for supply of LT motors of various system Details
8Tender for supply of 245kV class centre break isolators with and without earth switch Details
8Tender for supply of 33 kV 800 Amp isolator Details
8Tender for construction of 1 No. 132kV bay equivalent to AL-59 panther conductor Details
8Tender for work of anti-corrosive and efficiency improvement coating of CCW pumps Details
8Tender for work of boiler rotary part Details
8Tender for supply of various electrical items Details
8Tender for routine /breakdown /capital maintenance work of 220kV and 400kV switchyards Details
8Tender for O and M of lighting network, 33/11 kV S/s Details
8Tender for supply of middle collectors (laterals/intrabed distributors) Details
8Tender for routine, breakdown and capital maintenance of generator, DG sets and hydrogen plant Details
8Tender for construction, repairs of culverts Details
8Tender for construction, repairs and maintenance of culverts Details
8Tender for estimate for 11 kV line feeder Details
8Tender for estimate for 11 kV line feeder underground railway crossing Details
8Tender for procurement of latest electro hydraulic actuators Details
8Tender for turnkey supply package for 5 nos. of 160 MVA, 220/33-33 kV power transformer Details
8Tender for supply of various consumable lighting material Details
8Tender for carrying out in-house routine tests of ambient air, flue gas emission, noise and other environment parameters Details
8Tender for assistance in electrical operation of boiler, turbine, generator and associated auxiliaries Details
8Tender for annual maintenance contract for transformers and equipment of 132 kV switchyard Details
8Tender for hi-chrome grinding media balls for ball mills of boiler Details
8Tender for annual repair and maintenance for civil works Details
8Tender for civil works at drill site Details
8Tender for construction of 40m x 25m PEB shed for turbine cell Details
8Tender for work of mechanical strengthening and stub strengthening of 66kV line Details
8Tender for repair and PVC lining Details
8Tender for renovation of project dispensary Details
8Tender for repair of existing air ventilation duct of air ventilation system Details
8Tender for supply of various guide rollers and stands Details
8Tender for supply, ETC and associated works for augmentation of 2x100 MVA, 220/132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for installation of 1x250KVA DTR and construction of HT line Details
8Design, supply, installation, retrofitting, testing and commissioning of 220kV bus bar panel Details
8Tender for supply, erection, testing and commissioning of 220 V DC, 510AH, KBH, Ni-Cd type battery set Details
8Tender for supply of liquor ammonia for chemical lab Details
8Tender for upgradation of CEMS and EQMS connectivity Details
8Tender for construction of feeder Details
8Tender for procurement of CCP bends Details
8Tender for procurement of sail hard plate 16 MM Details
8Tender for procurement of grinding roll and bull ring segment Details
8Tender for procurement of SS liner plate for coal Details
8Tender for tit-bit technical operational job ,operation of mill rejection Details
8Tender for procurement of 220 kV CT Details
8Tender for construction of in-plant Details
8Tender for construction of outgoing cable trench, development of switchyard Details
8Tender for service work of reinforcement sealing of exposed irrigation pipeline Details
8Tender for construction of new 11kV out going power cable trench, loops Details
8Tender for interior acoustic treatment, electrical Details
8Tender for construction of RCC drains and misc. works along Details
8Tender for procurement of tapping channel cross arm Details
8Tender for procurement of LT three phase channel cross arm Details
8Tender for supply of decentralized material and installation of 33kV isolator Details
8Tender for supply of decentralized material and installation of 11kV isolator Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of HT underground cable Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for supply of network cables Details
8Tender for supply, installation, commissioning and testing of new 24V lighting and dismantling of existing 230V lighting Details
8Tender for preventive maintenance contract of HT/LT motors along Details
8Tender for maintenance, defect attending & emergency work related to lighting system, LT motors Details
8Tender for supply of various fasteners and consumables Details
8Tender for work of mechanical strengthening and stub strengthening and H-frame replacement work Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for oil leakage attending with complete overhauling of 25 MVA, 15/6.75kV station auxiliary transformer Details
8Tender for work of applying anti-corrosive epoxy paint to various transformers Details
8Tender for supply, erection & commissioning of 11 kV lines Details
8Tender for rate contract for the work of online, preventive and breakdown maintenance for DM plant Details
8Tender for work of attending leaky tubes, joint replacement and tube nest Details
8Tender for supply of various types LED fixtures Details
8Tender for work of complete overhauling / breakdown maintenance of C.W pumps Details
8Tender for fabrication dismantling erection strengthening modification of various chutes hoppers wagon tipplers belt conveyors crusher houses Details
8Tender for providing RCC chamber with protection wall and cabin for installation of flow analyzer Details
8Tender for construction of RCC pavements Details
8Tender for laying of underground 11 kV XLPE cables Details
8Tender for erection of MS grill, toe guards, railings, ladders & various miscellaneous fabrication works Details
8Tender for manufacturing, transportation, supply & installation of various Details
8Tender for work of IN SITU repairing/overhauling of high energy drain valves Details
8Tender for work of bottom ash hopper restrengthening and repairing in boilers Details
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8Tender for supply of pulverized fuel bends Details
8Tender for procurement of 6.6/0.415 kV feeder protection numerical relays Details
8Tender for procurement of bearing housing for coal mills of boiler Details
8Tender for work of testing of DGA (dissolved gas Aanalysis) & other parameter of T/F oil at various Details
8Tender for work of augmentation of substation by addition of 25MVA, 132/33kV power transformer along Details
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8June 1 Solar Sourcing Deadline Tests India’s Renewable Readiness Details
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8Tata Power Solar Rooftop launches campaign to accelerate solar energy adoption in UP Details
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8APSPDCL crosses 78,000 rooftop solar installations; Naravaripalle achieves 100% coverage Details
8MGL and Fourth Partner Energy Sign MoU to Develop Renewable Energy Solutions for Industrial Customers Details
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8Andhra proposes Green Energy Corridor Phase-III with Rs 22,000 crore outlay Details
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8FII Stake Increases In India's Largest Power Generator As Company Commissions 34.4 MW Solar Project Details
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8Tender for supply of ERW pipes, GI pipes, seamless tubes and bends for water lines Details
8Tender for providing & fixing concertina wire fencing with relevant misc. work Details
8Tender for supply of LT motors of various system Details
8Tender for supply of 245kV class centre break isolators with and without earth switch Details
8Tender for supply of 33 kV 800 Amp isolator Details
8Tender for construction of 1 No. 132kV bay equivalent to AL-59 panther conductor Details
8Tender for work of anti-corrosive and efficiency improvement coating of CCW pumps Details
8Tender for work of boiler rotary part Details
8Tender for supply of various electrical items Details
8Tender for routine /breakdown /capital maintenance work of 220kV and 400kV switchyards Details
8Tender for O and M of lighting network, 33/11 kV S/s Details
8Tender for supply of middle collectors (laterals/intrabed distributors) Details
8Tender for routine, breakdown and capital maintenance of generator, DG sets and hydrogen plant Details
8Tender for construction, repairs of culverts Details
8Tender for construction, repairs and maintenance of culverts Details
8Tender for estimate for 11 kV line feeder Details
8Tender for estimate for 11 kV line feeder underground railway crossing Details
8Tender for procurement of latest electro hydraulic actuators Details
8Tender for turnkey supply package for 5 nos. of 160 MVA, 220/33-33 kV power transformer Details
8Tender for supply of various consumable lighting material Details
8Tender for carrying out in-house routine tests of ambient air, flue gas emission, noise and other environment parameters Details
8Tender for assistance in electrical operation of boiler, turbine, generator and associated auxiliaries Details
8Tender for annual maintenance contract for transformers and equipment of 132 kV switchyard Details
8Tender for hi-chrome grinding media balls for ball mills of boiler Details
8Tender for annual repair and maintenance for civil works Details
8Tender for civil works at drill site Details
8Tender for construction of 40m x 25m PEB shed for turbine cell Details
8Tender for work of mechanical strengthening and stub strengthening of 66kV line Details
8Tender for repair and PVC lining Details
8Tender for renovation of project dispensary Details
8Tender for repair of existing air ventilation duct of air ventilation system Details
8Tender for supply of various guide rollers and stands Details
8Tender for supply, ETC and associated works for augmentation of 2x100 MVA, 220/132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for installation of 1x250KVA DTR and construction of HT line Details
8Design, supply, installation, retrofitting, testing and commissioning of 220kV bus bar panel Details
8Tender for supply, erection, testing and commissioning of 220 V DC, 510AH, KBH, Ni-Cd type battery set Details
8Tender for supply of liquor ammonia for chemical lab Details
8Tender for upgradation of CEMS and EQMS connectivity Details
8Tender for construction of feeder Details
8Tender for procurement of CCP bends Details
8Tender for procurement of sail hard plate 16 MM Details
8Tender for procurement of grinding roll and bull ring segment Details
8Tender for procurement of SS liner plate for coal Details
8Tender for tit-bit technical operational job ,operation of mill rejection Details
8Tender for procurement of 220 kV CT Details
8Tender for construction of in-plant Details
8Tender for construction of outgoing cable trench, development of switchyard Details
8Tender for service work of reinforcement sealing of exposed irrigation pipeline Details
8Tender for construction of new 11kV out going power cable trench, loops Details
8Tender for interior acoustic treatment, electrical Details
8Tender for construction of RCC drains and misc. works along Details
8Tender for procurement of tapping channel cross arm Details
8Tender for procurement of LT three phase channel cross arm Details
8Tender for supply of decentralized material and installation of 33kV isolator Details
8Tender for supply of decentralized material and installation of 11kV isolator Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of HT underground cable Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for supply of network cables Details
8Tender for supply, installation, commissioning and testing of new 24V lighting and dismantling of existing 230V lighting Details
8Tender for preventive maintenance contract of HT/LT motors along Details
8Tender for maintenance, defect attending & emergency work related to lighting system, LT motors Details
8Tender for supply of various fasteners and consumables Details
8Tender for work of mechanical strengthening and stub strengthening and H-frame replacement work Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for oil leakage attending with complete overhauling of 25 MVA, 15/6.75kV station auxiliary transformer Details
8Tender for work of applying anti-corrosive epoxy paint to various transformers Details
8Tender for supply, erection & commissioning of 11 kV lines Details
8Tender for rate contract for the work of online, preventive and breakdown maintenance for DM plant Details
8Tender for work of attending leaky tubes, joint replacement and tube nest Details
8Tender for supply of various types LED fixtures Details
8Tender for work of complete overhauling / breakdown maintenance of C.W pumps Details
8Tender for fabrication dismantling erection strengthening modification of various chutes hoppers wagon tipplers belt conveyors crusher houses Details
8Tender for providing RCC chamber with protection wall and cabin for installation of flow analyzer Details
8Tender for construction of RCC pavements Details
8Tender for laying of underground 11 kV XLPE cables Details
8Tender for erection of MS grill, toe guards, railings, ladders & various miscellaneous fabrication works Details
8Tender for manufacturing, transportation, supply & installation of various Details
8Tender for work of IN SITU repairing/overhauling of high energy drain valves Details
8Tender for work of bottom ash hopper restrengthening and repairing in boilers Details
8Tender for repair, maintenance, and installation of plant/ systems Details
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8Tender for job for work of maintenance & troubleshooting of various lighting systems & routine, preventive, conditioning monitoring, shut down, breakdown maintenance & other misc. work Details
8Tender for supply of pulverized fuel bends Details
8Tender for procurement of 6.6/0.415 kV feeder protection numerical relays Details
8Tender for procurement of bearing housing for coal mills of boiler Details
8Tender for work of testing of DGA (dissolved gas Aanalysis) & other parameter of T/F oil at various Details
8Tender for work of augmentation of substation by addition of 25MVA, 132/33kV power transformer along Details
8Tender for work of overhauling of 132kV/220 kV CB poles Details
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8June 1 Solar Sourcing Deadline Tests India’s Renewable Readiness Details
8A Maturing Market: Focus shifts to reliability and security in the solar sector Details
8Tata Power Solar Rooftop launches campaign to accelerate solar energy adoption in UP Details
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8APSPDCL crosses 78,000 rooftop solar installations; Naravaripalle achieves 100% coverage Details
8MGL and Fourth Partner Energy Sign MoU to Develop Renewable Energy Solutions for Industrial Customers Details
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8Andhra proposes Green Energy Corridor Phase-III with Rs 22,000 crore outlay Details
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Large-value coal operations awards
May 29:
8Coal PSU seals Rs 219 crore mining logistics contract after sharply discounted percentage bid
A three-year mining logistics contract has closed at a percentage level that immediately stands out against the benchmark value. The award highlights how aggressive bidding pressure is beginning to redraw commercial assumptions in large coal transport packages.
8Coal PSU’s Rs 158 crore logistics award reshapes bidder dynamics after intense 22-company contest
One of the sector’s closely watched mining logistics procurements attracted an unusually crowded bidder field before narrowing sharply during evaluation. The final outcome reflects more than a routine price discovery exercise and signals a changing approach to allocating long-duration transport work.
8Coal PSU’s Rs 4,247 crore mining award signals a deeper shift in long-duration mine operations strategy
A decade-plus mining contract has emerged from one of the sector’s most closely watched competitive procurements. The headline value tells only part of the story, while the contract structure reveals a broader operational shift in how large coal projects are being managed. What stands out most is the evolving allocation of execution risk and long-term responsibility between the mine owner and contractor. Details
A three-year mining logistics contract has closed at a percentage level that immediately stands out against the benchmark value. The award highlights how aggressive bidding pressure is beginning to redraw commercial assumptions in large coal transport packages.
8Coal PSU’s Rs 158 crore logistics award reshapes bidder dynamics after intense 22-company contest
One of the sector’s closely watched mining logistics procurements attracted an unusually crowded bidder field before narrowing sharply during evaluation. The final outcome reflects more than a routine price discovery exercise and signals a changing approach to allocating long-duration transport work.
8Coal PSU’s Rs 4,247 crore mining award signals a deeper shift in long-duration mine operations strategy
A decade-plus mining contract has emerged from one of the sector’s most closely watched competitive procurements. The headline value tells only part of the story, while the contract structure reveals a broader operational shift in how large coal projects are being managed. What stands out most is the evolving allocation of execution risk and long-term responsibility between the mine owner and contractor. Details
Contracting news for the day
May 29:
8High bid-security and unclear scope tighten race in hydrogen refuelling tender
Bidders are being asked to build and operate most of the project, but some key commercial parts are still not fully defined. Repeated extensions and open-ended scope conditions are making the package tougher for many players.
8400 kv transmission package moves ahead at far lower value than approved estimate
A new transmission EPC package combines substation and transmission-line works under a single contract while keeping future 765 kv expansion in view. Tight eligibility rules and a commodity-linked price-adjustment formula are expected to limit serious competition to a small group of players. The biggest talking point, however, is the sharp gap between the approved project cost and the value finally put to tender.
8Rs 127 crore solar-park civil package narrows field with no-consortium condition
A large solar-park infrastructure package covering roads, drainage, fencing and water systems has been structured as a standalone design-and-build contract. Strict single-order experience and turnover requirements are expected to keep many partnership-based bidders out of the race. The most critical condition is the restriction on consortium participation, which sharply reduces qualification flexibility for contractors.
8Rs 200 crore ash-transport contract tightens bid rules and removes dispute shields
A major ash-evacuation rate contract has been structured with stricter bid-control and payment conditions than contractors typically expect in logistics tenders. Bids linked through the same IP address face automatic rejection, while both arbitration and mediation provisions have been removed from the framework. In a volume-based transport package, the commercial terms may end up carrying more weight than the quoted hauling rates.
8Solar-storage package pushes contractor responsibility far beyond project completion
The EPC phase forms only a small part of the overall contractor obligation in this solar-storage package. Long-term operation and performance accountability have been placed at the core of the contract structure. That shift is likely to influence bidder interest, risk assessment and pricing strategy.
8Large switchgear procurement sharpens competition through tighter OEM-linked qualification rules
A major utility equipment procurement package has been structured with stricter screening criteria for both suppliers and manufacturers. Multiple revisions to the technical specification before bid opening indicate that compliance expectations are still evolving. The combination of updated specs and linked turnover conditions is likely to narrow the pool of fully qualified participants.
8Rs 172 crore coal-logistics package reshapes competition through evolving bid conditions
A large coal-evacuation contract is moving ahead with participation conditions that appear more selective than a routine logistics package. Multiple corrigenda have gradually changed how bidders position themselves without altering the project's operational scale.
8Rs 5,541 crore hydro package takes control of execution timeline for 1720 mw projec
A high-value hydro package is emerging as the key construction link for a large 1720 mw project rather than just another civil contract. The real challenge for bidders may lie in managing geology, interface coordination and long-duration execution exposure.
8Rs 5,129 crore hydro package places major execution risk under a single contract
A large hydro package has combined diversion works, tunnelling and dam construction under one schedule-critical contract. The tender structure suggests a shift toward concentrating execution accountability on a limited group of contractors. What appears to be a standard hydro procurement could significantly influence bidder strategy and risk pricing.
8Transformer procurement tightens compliance focus after repeated deadline extensions
A large transformer procurement package has received multiple deadline extensions, widening the participation window for suppliers. At the same time, revised compliance conditions are emerging as a key factor that could determine bid acceptance even before technical scrutiny begins.
8State utility rolls out EPC bid for 400 kV transmission corridor with Rs 1 crore-plus bid security requirement
A relatively short transmission link is carrying a much larger procurement message from a state transmission utility. The contract architecture combines aggressive price discovery with a notable transfer of execution responsibility. What appears straightforward on the surface may reshape how bidders approach future transmission packages. Details
Bidders are being asked to build and operate most of the project, but some key commercial parts are still not fully defined. Repeated extensions and open-ended scope conditions are making the package tougher for many players.
8400 kv transmission package moves ahead at far lower value than approved estimate
A new transmission EPC package combines substation and transmission-line works under a single contract while keeping future 765 kv expansion in view. Tight eligibility rules and a commodity-linked price-adjustment formula are expected to limit serious competition to a small group of players. The biggest talking point, however, is the sharp gap between the approved project cost and the value finally put to tender.
8Rs 127 crore solar-park civil package narrows field with no-consortium condition
A large solar-park infrastructure package covering roads, drainage, fencing and water systems has been structured as a standalone design-and-build contract. Strict single-order experience and turnover requirements are expected to keep many partnership-based bidders out of the race. The most critical condition is the restriction on consortium participation, which sharply reduces qualification flexibility for contractors.
8Rs 200 crore ash-transport contract tightens bid rules and removes dispute shields
A major ash-evacuation rate contract has been structured with stricter bid-control and payment conditions than contractors typically expect in logistics tenders. Bids linked through the same IP address face automatic rejection, while both arbitration and mediation provisions have been removed from the framework. In a volume-based transport package, the commercial terms may end up carrying more weight than the quoted hauling rates.
8Solar-storage package pushes contractor responsibility far beyond project completion
The EPC phase forms only a small part of the overall contractor obligation in this solar-storage package. Long-term operation and performance accountability have been placed at the core of the contract structure. That shift is likely to influence bidder interest, risk assessment and pricing strategy.
8Large switchgear procurement sharpens competition through tighter OEM-linked qualification rules
A major utility equipment procurement package has been structured with stricter screening criteria for both suppliers and manufacturers. Multiple revisions to the technical specification before bid opening indicate that compliance expectations are still evolving. The combination of updated specs and linked turnover conditions is likely to narrow the pool of fully qualified participants.
8Rs 172 crore coal-logistics package reshapes competition through evolving bid conditions
A large coal-evacuation contract is moving ahead with participation conditions that appear more selective than a routine logistics package. Multiple corrigenda have gradually changed how bidders position themselves without altering the project's operational scale.
8Rs 5,541 crore hydro package takes control of execution timeline for 1720 mw projec
A high-value hydro package is emerging as the key construction link for a large 1720 mw project rather than just another civil contract. The real challenge for bidders may lie in managing geology, interface coordination and long-duration execution exposure.
8Rs 5,129 crore hydro package places major execution risk under a single contract
A large hydro package has combined diversion works, tunnelling and dam construction under one schedule-critical contract. The tender structure suggests a shift toward concentrating execution accountability on a limited group of contractors. What appears to be a standard hydro procurement could significantly influence bidder strategy and risk pricing.
8Transformer procurement tightens compliance focus after repeated deadline extensions
A large transformer procurement package has received multiple deadline extensions, widening the participation window for suppliers. At the same time, revised compliance conditions are emerging as a key factor that could determine bid acceptance even before technical scrutiny begins.
8State utility rolls out EPC bid for 400 kV transmission corridor with Rs 1 crore-plus bid security requirement
A relatively short transmission link is carrying a much larger procurement message from a state transmission utility. The contract architecture combines aggressive price discovery with a notable transfer of execution responsibility. What appears straightforward on the surface may reshape how bidders approach future transmission packages. Details
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8Tender for annual repair/maintenance/overhauling of 33 kV and 11 kV VCB etc. installed Details
8Tender for increasing capacity works Details
8Tender for construction of new substation Details
8Tender for replacements of bare conductor with LT AB cable and strengthening of LT line Details
8Tender for work of regrouping by installing new transformers Details
8Tender for capacity enhancement work of distribution converters Details
8Tender for intallation of distribution transformer Details
8Tender for work of 11 kV line strengthening and miscellaneous works Details
8Tender for work for 33 kV system strengthening Details
8Tender for work for crossing of 33 kV XPLE cable Details
8Tender for construction of 33 kV line Details
8Tender for comprehensive maintenance for civil and electrical works Details
8Tender for stop gap arrangement for operation, maintenance and providing civil and electrical maintenance Details
8Tender for modification, renovation of mine entry gate and development of other allied facilities Details
8Tender for AMC for shifting, erection and dismantling of LT overhead line Details
8Tender for filling of crack and pot holes in C-1, C-2 and 37LW/19D panels existing Details
8Tender for supply of LT robust fuse unit/switch fuse unit Details
8Tender for supply of bi metallic clamp suitable for power transformer Details
8Tender for procurement of electrical spares and consumables of electrical actuators installed Details
8Tender for procurement of LED lightings for illumination system Details
8Tender for procurement of critical spares of bottom ash hopper and slurry pump installed Details
8Tender for procurement of 16.5/17 TR air conditioner units Details
8Tender for work for annual general civil maintenance Details
8Tender for procurement of spare for pulveriser lubrication oil system and BCW cooling water flow switch installed Details
8Tender for procurement of pneumatic actuators spares installed Details
8Tender for work contract for overhauling of TG auxiliaries including Details
8Tender for procurement of spares for In-situ multi gas analyzer Details
8Tender for operation and minor maintenance of various EHV substations Details
8Tender for construction of yard structure and equipment foundations Details
8Tender for supply of material, erection, testing, commissioning (including civil works) of 4 nos. new 33/11 kV indoor AIS S/Stns Details
8Tender for rate contract for miscellaneous civil works related Details
8Tender for modification of overhead 33 kV line Details
8Tender for service contract for round the clock operation of 01 no. in motion weigh bridge Details
8Tender for construction of tubewell, roof treatment Details
8Tender for thorough renovation of control room including roof treatment and ancillary civil works Details
8Tender for construction of diversion tunnels Details
8Tender for supply of one no. of 200MVA, 220/132 kV three phase auto transformer Details
8Tender for construction of new 33kV line Details
8Tender for upgradation of 11kV line from 70sqmm to 90sqmm and installation of 630KVA sub-station Details
8Tender for overhauling of gas booster compressor (GBC) unit Details
8Tender for contract for providing level crossing Details
8Tender for supply of surge arresters and accessories for various Details
8Tender for repair of distribution current transformer Details
8Tender for procurement of HT power cables Details
8Tender for construction of 8.0 km 33kV single circuit line with 3x300Sqmm UG cable Details
8Tender for supply of non contact type AC voltage detector Details
8Tender for supply of earthing chain Details
8Tender for supply of LED type chargeable torch Details
8Tender for supply of silicon resuscitator Details
8Tender for construction of civil foundation and other misc civil works in yard Details
8Tender for repairing of damagaed right side of 33 kV yard at 132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for extension of control room at 132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for balance civil work for extension of 220 kV control room at 220 kV GSS Details
8Tender for construction of 01 No. of 132 kV solar bay Details
8Tender for requirement of BTS 2000 relay module Details
8Tender for annual maintenance services for water purification Details
8Tender for services for 571.2 MWp solar PV modules Details
8Tender for supply of high mast lighting tower Details
8Tender for procurement LT shackle hardware Details
8Tender for procurement LT GI pin Details
8Tender for supply of 5000 nos 11 kV metal parts for rabbit and weasel conductor 30 KN Details
8Tender for supply of 5000 nos 11 kV metal parts for Dog and raccoon conductor Details
8Tender for repairing work of electricity lines, poles and transformers Details
8Tender for construction of new 33/11 kV sub-station Details
8Tender for work of AMC for attending emergency breakdown, attending routine work and scheduled works of various EHV lines Details
8Tender for work of replacement of 132 kV EHV circuit breaker at various Details
8Tender for work of supply, installation, testing and commissioning of microprocessor based MFM meters at various substations Details
8Tender for Bi-annual maintenance & attending emergency breakdown work of 400kV transmission lines Details
8Tender for work of arresting movement of porcupine by fire retardant coating of control cables in cable trench Details
8Tender for annual contract for the work of transportation of power transformer / ICT / reactor along Details
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8India’s power sector may consume 830-835 million tonnes of coal in FY27 Details
8Coal India's coal gasification push may see Rs 60,000 crore investment Details
8Govt finalising new policy for coal gasification-based urea manufacturing Details
8Coal Ministry to issue tender for ?37,500-crore gasification scheme Details
8India Prepares Policy to Boost Urea Production from Coal Gasification Details
8India's Strategic Shift: Coal Gasification Amid Global Supply Chain Disruptions Details
8SECL Signs Strategic MoU with CWC to Transform Coal Logistics and Strengthen India’s Energy Supply Chain Details
8India's New Energy Era: Coal Gasification Revolution Details
8India’s Solar Power Generation Hits Record 20,899.61 MU, Contributes Over 70% of RE Generations in April 2026 Details
8Land and transmission challenges India’s renewable energy expansion: Report Details
8India's Renewable Surge: Opportunities and Bottlenecks in Focus Details
8Battery And Power Stocks Lead Green Energy Market Rally Amid Solar Sector Decline Details
8ACME Solar Commissions 34.598 MW/155.493 MWh BESS Capacity In Rajasthan Details
8Clean Electricity Outpaces Global Demand Details
8India's energy investment to hit $170 billion in 2026 on solar, grid and refining push: International Energy Agency Details
8India’s Solar Power Generation Hits Record 20,899.61 MU, Contributes Over 70% of RE Generations in April 2026 Details
8Women-Led Solar Power Plant Inaugurated in Telangana Details
8Power stocks surge on strong order books, demand outlook and earnings Details
8Battery And Power Stocks Lead Green Energy Market Rally Amid Solar Sector Decline Details
8Adani Power vs Tata Power: Which Stock Offers Better Long-Term Energy Play in India Details
8Ratul Puri: The Future of Economic Growth Runs On Electricity Details
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8Tender for annual repair/maintenance/overhauling of 33 kV and 11 kV VCB etc. installed Details
8Tender for increasing capacity works Details
8Tender for construction of new substation Details
8Tender for replacements of bare conductor with LT AB cable and strengthening of LT line Details
8Tender for work of regrouping by installing new transformers Details
8Tender for capacity enhancement work of distribution converters Details
8Tender for intallation of distribution transformer Details
8Tender for work of 11 kV line strengthening and miscellaneous works Details
8Tender for work for 33 kV system strengthening Details
8Tender for work for crossing of 33 kV XPLE cable Details
8Tender for construction of 33 kV line Details
8Tender for comprehensive maintenance for civil and electrical works Details
8Tender for stop gap arrangement for operation, maintenance and providing civil and electrical maintenance Details
8Tender for modification, renovation of mine entry gate and development of other allied facilities Details
8Tender for AMC for shifting, erection and dismantling of LT overhead line Details
8Tender for filling of crack and pot holes in C-1, C-2 and 37LW/19D panels existing Details
8Tender for supply of LT robust fuse unit/switch fuse unit Details
8Tender for supply of bi metallic clamp suitable for power transformer Details
8Tender for procurement of electrical spares and consumables of electrical actuators installed Details
8Tender for procurement of LED lightings for illumination system Details
8Tender for procurement of critical spares of bottom ash hopper and slurry pump installed Details
8Tender for procurement of 16.5/17 TR air conditioner units Details
8Tender for work for annual general civil maintenance Details
8Tender for procurement of spare for pulveriser lubrication oil system and BCW cooling water flow switch installed Details
8Tender for procurement of pneumatic actuators spares installed Details
8Tender for work contract for overhauling of TG auxiliaries including Details
8Tender for procurement of spares for In-situ multi gas analyzer Details
8Tender for operation and minor maintenance of various EHV substations Details
8Tender for construction of yard structure and equipment foundations Details
8Tender for supply of material, erection, testing, commissioning (including civil works) of 4 nos. new 33/11 kV indoor AIS S/Stns Details
8Tender for rate contract for miscellaneous civil works related Details
8Tender for modification of overhead 33 kV line Details
8Tender for service contract for round the clock operation of 01 no. in motion weigh bridge Details
8Tender for construction of tubewell, roof treatment Details
8Tender for thorough renovation of control room including roof treatment and ancillary civil works Details
8Tender for construction of diversion tunnels Details
8Tender for supply of one no. of 200MVA, 220/132 kV three phase auto transformer Details
8Tender for construction of new 33kV line Details
8Tender for upgradation of 11kV line from 70sqmm to 90sqmm and installation of 630KVA sub-station Details
8Tender for overhauling of gas booster compressor (GBC) unit Details
8Tender for contract for providing level crossing Details
8Tender for supply of surge arresters and accessories for various Details
8Tender for repair of distribution current transformer Details
8Tender for procurement of HT power cables Details
8Tender for construction of 8.0 km 33kV single circuit line with 3x300Sqmm UG cable Details
8Tender for supply of non contact type AC voltage detector Details
8Tender for supply of earthing chain Details
8Tender for supply of LED type chargeable torch Details
8Tender for supply of silicon resuscitator Details
8Tender for construction of civil foundation and other misc civil works in yard Details
8Tender for repairing of damagaed right side of 33 kV yard at 132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for extension of control room at 132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for balance civil work for extension of 220 kV control room at 220 kV GSS Details
8Tender for construction of 01 No. of 132 kV solar bay Details
8Tender for requirement of BTS 2000 relay module Details
8Tender for annual maintenance services for water purification Details
8Tender for services for 571.2 MWp solar PV modules Details
8Tender for supply of high mast lighting tower Details
8Tender for procurement LT shackle hardware Details
8Tender for procurement LT GI pin Details
8Tender for supply of 5000 nos 11 kV metal parts for rabbit and weasel conductor 30 KN Details
8Tender for supply of 5000 nos 11 kV metal parts for Dog and raccoon conductor Details
8Tender for repairing work of electricity lines, poles and transformers Details
8Tender for construction of new 33/11 kV sub-station Details
8Tender for work of AMC for attending emergency breakdown, attending routine work and scheduled works of various EHV lines Details
8Tender for work of replacement of 132 kV EHV circuit breaker at various Details
8Tender for work of supply, installation, testing and commissioning of microprocessor based MFM meters at various substations Details
8Tender for Bi-annual maintenance & attending emergency breakdown work of 400kV transmission lines Details
8Tender for work of arresting movement of porcupine by fire retardant coating of control cables in cable trench Details
8Tender for annual contract for the work of transportation of power transformer / ICT / reactor along Details
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For reference purposes the website carries here the following newsclips:
8India’s power sector may consume 830-835 million tonnes of coal in FY27 Details
8Coal India's coal gasification push may see Rs 60,000 crore investment Details
8Govt finalising new policy for coal gasification-based urea manufacturing Details
8Coal Ministry to issue tender for ?37,500-crore gasification scheme Details
8India Prepares Policy to Boost Urea Production from Coal Gasification Details
8India's Strategic Shift: Coal Gasification Amid Global Supply Chain Disruptions Details
8SECL Signs Strategic MoU with CWC to Transform Coal Logistics and Strengthen India’s Energy Supply Chain Details
8India's New Energy Era: Coal Gasification Revolution Details
8India’s Solar Power Generation Hits Record 20,899.61 MU, Contributes Over 70% of RE Generations in April 2026 Details
8Land and transmission challenges India’s renewable energy expansion: Report Details
8India's Renewable Surge: Opportunities and Bottlenecks in Focus Details
8Battery And Power Stocks Lead Green Energy Market Rally Amid Solar Sector Decline Details
8ACME Solar Commissions 34.598 MW/155.493 MWh BESS Capacity In Rajasthan Details
8Clean Electricity Outpaces Global Demand Details
8India's energy investment to hit $170 billion in 2026 on solar, grid and refining push: International Energy Agency Details
8India’s Solar Power Generation Hits Record 20,899.61 MU, Contributes Over 70% of RE Generations in April 2026 Details
8Women-Led Solar Power Plant Inaugurated in Telangana Details
8Power stocks surge on strong order books, demand outlook and earnings Details
8Battery And Power Stocks Lead Green Energy Market Rally Amid Solar Sector Decline Details
8Adani Power vs Tata Power: Which Stock Offers Better Long-Term Energy Play in India Details
8Ratul Puri: The Future of Economic Growth Runs On Electricity Details
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NEWS UPDATE: COAL, FUEL & ENERGY COMMODITIES
May 28:
COAL PRODUCTION & OFFTAKE
8Coal India Marketing & Sales Division publishes 25 May 2026 coal stock position of power plants linked to CIL and SCCL
Coal India Limited's Marketing & Sales Division published the Coal Stock Position of Power Plants Having Coal Linkage with Coal India Limited and SCCL as on May 25, 2026. The 13-page, 17,777-word region-wise and state-wise tabulation classifies coal-based thermal stations into Critical and Super-Critical categories, complementing the CEA's May 26, 2026 Daily Coal Stock Report that flagged 23 critical plants at the All-India level across monitored capacity of 2,22,698 MW.
8CEA fuel-wise generation report: coal generates 4,114.32 MU on 26 May 2026 with 1,00,268.58 MU this month
Sub-Report 17 of the CEA Daily Generation Report for May 26, 2026 records coal-generated power of 4,114.32 MU against a daily program of 3,776.80 MU, taking month-to-date actual to 1,00,268.58 MU and FY-to-date to 2,16,210.46 MU against a 2,19,727.44 MU program. Natural Gas generated 107.52 MU against an 82.26 MU program, nuclear 185.91 MU against 168.84 MU program, and hydro 412.63 MU against a 448.81 MU program, driving the All-India total to 4,931.09 MU.
8BHEP Balimela generates 65.57 MU on 26 May 2026 with reservoir at 1,474.7 ft against FRL of 1,475.16 ft
The May 26, 2026 Reservoir Generation Report shows the Balimela Hydroelectric Project producing 65.57 MU of energy with average generation of 2,732.083 MW at a reservoir level of 1,474.7 ft against FRL of 1,475.16 ft, with units No. 5 and 6 on R&M outage. The Hirakud Hydroelectric Project at Burla generated 0.901 MU at 37.5417 MW with reservoir at 604 ft, while CHEP Chipilma reported 0.599 MU at 24.9583 MW with unit No. 1 on outage due to a runner-blade problem.
8CEA Sub-Report 8: NTPC stations generate 1,095.12 MU on 26 May 2026, outperforming 1,024.11 MU daily programme by 6.9%
CEA's Sub-Report 8 for May 26, 2026 shows NTPC stations across all regions generated 1,095.12 MU against a daily program of 1,024.11 MU — an excess of 71.01 MU — drawn from monitored capacity of 60,007.23 MW with available capacity of 52,033.88 MW. Eastern Region NTPC contributed 348.32 MU, Western Region 360.25 MU, Northern 216.25 MU and Southern 155.31 MU. FY-to-date NTPC cumulative actual stands at 57,191.56 MU against a 59,157.86 MU program, a shortfall of 3.32%.
8CEA hydro reservoirs hold 5,469 MU at Sardar Sarovar and 5,564 MU at Sharavathy on 26 May 2026
CEA's Daily Hydro Reservoir Report for May 26, 2026 tracks 28 major reservoirs: Sardar Sarovar (Gujarat) at 128.84 m holds energy content of 5,469.00 MU with cumulative April-to-date generation of 472.32 MU; Sharavathy (Karnataka) at 535.20 m has 5,564.00 MU energy potential with 814.26 MU cumulative; and Idukki (Kerala) at 706.95 m holds 2,398.00 MU with 488.44 MU cumulative, anchoring the All-India hydro generation outlook for the storage-driven months ahead.
8CEA all-India capacity under maintenance stays at 46,472.37 MW on 26 May 2026, leaving 2,64,301.41 MW online
CEA Sub-Report 3 shows All-India monitored capacity of 3,10,773.79 MW on May 26, 2026 with 46,472.37 MW under maintenance — Planned 4,895.15 MW, Forced 31,846.11 MW and Other Reasons 9,731.12 MW — leaving 2,64,301.41 MW online. Western Region carried the heaviest forced outage burden at 12,994.30 MW, the Southern Region recorded 7,268.25 MW forced, and the Northern Region 7,682.06 MW, against their respective monitored capacities.
8HPX RTM clears 35,000 MWh on 27 May 2026 at Rs. 10,000/MWh as PXIL RTM clears 930 MWh on the same date
On delivery date May 27, 2026, Hindustan Power Exchange's RTM Daily Report cleared 35,000 MWh — including 3,800 MWh in hour 1, 5,000 MWh in hour 21 and 7,400 MWh in hour 23 — all at Rs. 10,000/MWh, with intervening hours showing nil clearing. The parallel PXIL Real-Time Market hourly snapshot for the same date cleared only 930 MWh in hours 22 and 23, also at the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, against a purchase bid of 5,565 MWh. Details
8Coal India Marketing & Sales Division publishes 25 May 2026 coal stock position of power plants linked to CIL and SCCL
Coal India Limited's Marketing & Sales Division published the Coal Stock Position of Power Plants Having Coal Linkage with Coal India Limited and SCCL as on May 25, 2026. The 13-page, 17,777-word region-wise and state-wise tabulation classifies coal-based thermal stations into Critical and Super-Critical categories, complementing the CEA's May 26, 2026 Daily Coal Stock Report that flagged 23 critical plants at the All-India level across monitored capacity of 2,22,698 MW.
8CEA fuel-wise generation report: coal generates 4,114.32 MU on 26 May 2026 with 1,00,268.58 MU this month
Sub-Report 17 of the CEA Daily Generation Report for May 26, 2026 records coal-generated power of 4,114.32 MU against a daily program of 3,776.80 MU, taking month-to-date actual to 1,00,268.58 MU and FY-to-date to 2,16,210.46 MU against a 2,19,727.44 MU program. Natural Gas generated 107.52 MU against an 82.26 MU program, nuclear 185.91 MU against 168.84 MU program, and hydro 412.63 MU against a 448.81 MU program, driving the All-India total to 4,931.09 MU.
8BHEP Balimela generates 65.57 MU on 26 May 2026 with reservoir at 1,474.7 ft against FRL of 1,475.16 ft
The May 26, 2026 Reservoir Generation Report shows the Balimela Hydroelectric Project producing 65.57 MU of energy with average generation of 2,732.083 MW at a reservoir level of 1,474.7 ft against FRL of 1,475.16 ft, with units No. 5 and 6 on R&M outage. The Hirakud Hydroelectric Project at Burla generated 0.901 MU at 37.5417 MW with reservoir at 604 ft, while CHEP Chipilma reported 0.599 MU at 24.9583 MW with unit No. 1 on outage due to a runner-blade problem.
8CEA Sub-Report 8: NTPC stations generate 1,095.12 MU on 26 May 2026, outperforming 1,024.11 MU daily programme by 6.9%
CEA's Sub-Report 8 for May 26, 2026 shows NTPC stations across all regions generated 1,095.12 MU against a daily program of 1,024.11 MU — an excess of 71.01 MU — drawn from monitored capacity of 60,007.23 MW with available capacity of 52,033.88 MW. Eastern Region NTPC contributed 348.32 MU, Western Region 360.25 MU, Northern 216.25 MU and Southern 155.31 MU. FY-to-date NTPC cumulative actual stands at 57,191.56 MU against a 59,157.86 MU program, a shortfall of 3.32%.
8CEA hydro reservoirs hold 5,469 MU at Sardar Sarovar and 5,564 MU at Sharavathy on 26 May 2026
CEA's Daily Hydro Reservoir Report for May 26, 2026 tracks 28 major reservoirs: Sardar Sarovar (Gujarat) at 128.84 m holds energy content of 5,469.00 MU with cumulative April-to-date generation of 472.32 MU; Sharavathy (Karnataka) at 535.20 m has 5,564.00 MU energy potential with 814.26 MU cumulative; and Idukki (Kerala) at 706.95 m holds 2,398.00 MU with 488.44 MU cumulative, anchoring the All-India hydro generation outlook for the storage-driven months ahead.
8CEA all-India capacity under maintenance stays at 46,472.37 MW on 26 May 2026, leaving 2,64,301.41 MW online
CEA Sub-Report 3 shows All-India monitored capacity of 3,10,773.79 MW on May 26, 2026 with 46,472.37 MW under maintenance — Planned 4,895.15 MW, Forced 31,846.11 MW and Other Reasons 9,731.12 MW — leaving 2,64,301.41 MW online. Western Region carried the heaviest forced outage burden at 12,994.30 MW, the Southern Region recorded 7,268.25 MW forced, and the Northern Region 7,682.06 MW, against their respective monitored capacities.
8HPX RTM clears 35,000 MWh on 27 May 2026 at Rs. 10,000/MWh as PXIL RTM clears 930 MWh on the same date
On delivery date May 27, 2026, Hindustan Power Exchange's RTM Daily Report cleared 35,000 MWh — including 3,800 MWh in hour 1, 5,000 MWh in hour 21 and 7,400 MWh in hour 23 — all at Rs. 10,000/MWh, with intervening hours showing nil clearing. The parallel PXIL Real-Time Market hourly snapshot for the same date cleared only 930 MWh in hours 22 and 23, also at the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, against a purchase bid of 5,565 MWh. Details
NEWS UPDATE: GRID OPERATIONS & POWER SUPPLY
May 28:
PEAK DEMAND & GRID FREQUENCY
8All-India peak demand hits 258,509 MW on 27 May 2026 as NLDC logs 5,661 MU energy met with just 7.01 MU shortage
The National Load Despatch Centre's Daily Power Supply Position Report for May 27, 2026 shows All-India maximum demand met touching 258,509 MW at 15:30 hrs, with evening-peak demand met at 20:00 hrs of 242,883 MW against a peak shortage of 500 MW concentrated in the Western Region. Total energy met for the day was 5,661 MU against an energy shortage of just 7.01 MU, with hydro contributing 473 MU, wind 447 MU and solar 637 MU. All-India frequency stayed within the 49.9–50.05 Hz band 80.70% of the time.
8GRID-INDIA NLDC publishes frequency profile for 27 May 2026: average 50.008 Hz, FDI 0.0296, peak 50.227 Hz at 18:05
The National Load Despatch Centre's frequency profile for May 27, 2026, based on 8,640 ten-second samples from the Agra reference, records an average system frequency of 50.008 Hz, a Frequency Variation Index of 0.0296, standard deviation of 0.0538 and mileage of 32.1. The instantaneous frequency peaked at 50.227 Hz at 18:05:10 and bottomed at 49.742 Hz at 04:39:10, with the grid within the 49.90–50.05 Hz band 80.69% of the time.
8Northern Region peaks at 82,877 MW with zero evening shortage on 27 May 2026; UP tops states at 29,568 MW
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Daily Operation Report for May 27, 2026 records the region meeting an evening-peak demand of 82,877 MW at 20:00 hrs with zero shortage. Among NR states, Uttar Pradesh recorded the highest maximum demand met, while Rajasthan peaked at 17,206 MW, Punjab at 13,850 MW and Haryana at 13,008 MW. Day energy was 1,926 MU with an energy shortage of 4.81 MU. Renewable generation included 84.73 MU solar and 44.56 MU wind.
8Southern Region records 55,086 MW evening peak with zero shortage on 27 May 2026; Tamil Nadu peaks at 19,576 MW
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Power Supply Position Report for May 27, 2026 shows the region meeting an evening-peak demand of 55,086 MW at 20:00 hrs with zero shortage and day energy of 1,232.27 MU. Tamil Nadu led with maximum demand met of 19,576 MW at 22:30, followed by Karnataka 12,298 MW, Andhra Pradesh 12,040 MW, Telangana 10,147 MW and Kerala 4,928 MW. Regional generation included 106.42 MU solar, 106.02 MU wind and 64.25 MU hydro at the state periphery.
8Western Region meets 74,858 MW evening peak with 500 MW shortage on 27 May 2026 as Gujarat generates 382.8 MU
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's Daily Operation Report for May 27, 2026 shows the region meeting an evening peak of 74,858 MW at 20:00 hrs against a 500 MW shortage — the only regional shortage nationally — and day energy of 1,789.5 MU. Maharashtra contributed 691.5 MU and Gujarat 534.7 MU. Regional generation of 1,020.2 MU included 153.1 MU wind and 138.9 MU solar, with net under-drawal of 9.9 MU against schedule.
8IEX Day-Ahead Market clears 1,33,659 MWh on 27 May 2026 at average MCP of Rs. 6,582.85/MWh as peak hours hit Rs. 10,000 ceiling
The Indian Energy Exchange Day-Ahead Market cleared 1,33,659.34 MWh on May 27, 2026 against a purchase bid of 6,49,870.15 MWh and sell bid of 3,20,996.09 MWh, with average MCP of Rs. 6,582.85/MWh. The MCP hit the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling across hours 1–7 and 20–24 on tight supply, while solar hours 9–14 cleared between Rs. 2,105.56 and Rs. 2,338.06/MWh. Over the May 21–28 weekly window, average MCP was Rs. 6,311.73/MWh.
8IEX Real-Time Market clears 1,82,112 MWh on 27 May 2026 with average MCP of Rs. 5,261/MWh and evening peaks at Rs. 10,000/MWh
The IEX Real-Time Market cleared 1,82,112.19 MWh on May 27, 2026 against a purchase bid of 4,94,263.32 MWh and sell bid of 3,10,298.23 MWh, with average MCP of Rs. 5,261.16/MWh. Prices hit the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling in evening peaks in hours 20–23, while the lowest hourly MCP of Rs. 534.52/MWh appeared in hour 7 with surplus solar. The May 21–28 window cleared total MCV of 12,03,910.9 MWh at average MCP Rs. 5,431.44/MWh.
8NRLDC April-2026 monthly report records Northern Region peak demand of 76,610 MW on 28 April with 251 MW shortage
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's April-2026 monthly report shows the Northern Region met a maximum demand of 76,610 MW on April 28, 2026 at 21:00 hrs, while the maximum energy met touched 1,645.0 MU on April 28 against a record 2,022.9 MU on June 12, 2025. The report records a regional shortage of 251 MW during April and a token energy shortage of 0.7 MU entirely in Haryana, with Uttar Pradesh contributing 588.0 MU and Rajasthan 325.4 MU of maximum daily energy met.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8NLDC commits 26 coal stations under SCUC for 28 May 2026, from North Karanpura at 208.8 paise/kWh to AGBPP Kathalguri at 543 paise/kWh
The NLDC Format-2 Security Constrained Unit Commitment schedule for delivery date May 28, 2026 lists generators committed on must-run reliability grounds ranked by Energy Charge Rate, led by North Karanpura STPS at 861.02 MW and 208.8 paise/kWh, Vindhyachal STPS Stage 3 at 475.07 MW and 213.3 paise/kWh, and Barh at 667.44 MW and 278.6 paise/kWh. The list runs up the merit order to Dadri Stage 1 at 471.8 paise/kWh and AGBPP Kathalguri at 543 paise/kWh.
8NLDC system reliability report flags ER-NR corridor ATC violations on 8.33% of blocks on 27 May 2026
The National Load Despatch Centre's System Reliability Indices Report for May 27, 2026 shows the Available Transfer Capability was violated on the ER-NR corridor for 8 blocks (2.00 hours, 8.33% of the time) and on the Import of NR corridor for 4 blocks (1.00 hour, 4.17%), while the WR-NR, NEW-SR and NER Import corridors recorded zero ATC violations. The (N-1) security criterion was met across all five inter-regional corridors with no violations.
8WRLDC reliability report flags Maharashtra ATC violations on 11.8% of blocks on 27 May 2026
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's Daily System Reliability Indices Report for May 27, 2026 shows ATC was violated in Maharashtra for 47 blocks (11.8% of the time), in DNHDDPDCL for 13 blocks (3.2%) and in Goa for 7 blocks (1.8%), while Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh recorded zero ATC violations. The (N-1) security criterion was breached in Maharashtra on 27 blocks (6.8%) but met everywhere else, highlighting localised transmission stress in the western Maharashtra corridor.
8WRLDC generation outage report tracks NTPC annual overhauls including 500 MW KSTPS unit out until 19 June 2026
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's Generating Unit Outage Report for May 27, 2026 lists central- and state-sector units on planned and forced outage, including NTPC's KSTPS-1&2 Unit 5 (500 MW, Chhattisgarh) under annual overhauling until June 19, 2026, VSTPS-I Unit 1 (210 MW, Madhya Pradesh) on AOH until June 10, 2026, and Sardar Sarovar Project units of 50 MW and 200 MW under annual overhauling. DGEN Gujarat Unit 3 (400 MW) is on reserve shutdown.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8NRPC bills Rs. 44.48 crore net ancillary services & SCUC charges for Northern Region week 11–17 May 2026
The Northern Regional Power Committee's Ancillary Services and Regional SCUC account for Week No. 07 of FY 2026-27 (May 11–17, 2026) places the total net amount payable to generators at Rs. 44.48 crore, with payment due on or before June 3, 2026. Among the largest settlements, Auraiya CRF is to receive Rs. 13.11 crore and Dadri CRF Rs. 13.59 crore, while Singrauli STPS shows a net receivable-by-pool of Rs. 2.99 crore.
8NRPC issues Week-07 deviation settlement account with ER-NR's Rs. 12,586 lakhs as largest payable, revises weeks 41–42
The Northern Regional Power Committee's Deviation Charges statement for Week No. 07 of FY 2026-27 (May 11–17, 2026) lists ER-NR as the largest payable constituent at Rs. 12,586.07 lakhs, followed by Rajasthan at Rs. 1,620.56 lakhs and Uttar Pradesh at Rs. 1,156.65 lakhs, while NER-NR at Rs. 5,231.17 lakhs is among the largest receivables. The account, payable by June 6, 2026, also incorporates revised Deviation Settlement accounts for Weeks 41 and 42 of FY 2025-26.
8WRPC settles Rs. 199.58 crore SCUC charges for Western Region in week 11–17 May 2026 ancillary services account
The Western Regional Power Committee's Ancillary Services and SCUC settlement account for the week May 11–17, 2026 records total net SCUC charges payable of Rs. 1,995.79 crore. Gadarwara-I emerges as a major SCUC provider with a receivable of Rs. 105.05 crore on 32,312.05 MWHr of decrement schedule, while RGPPL-RLNG at Rs. 158.02 crore and Kawas-ComGas at Rs. 16.43 crore are among the largest net receivables, covering Western Region gas-based and other stations.
8NERPC provisional SCUC account for week 11–17 May 2026 records Rs. 1.94 crore net settlement on 6,735.95 MWHr
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee issued the provisional Security Constrained Unit Commitment account for May 11–17, 2026, recording total increment schedule of 6,735.95 MWHr and decrement of 3,402.00 MWHr, with charges to be paid of Rs. 3,21,88,835.53 against Rs. 1,60,23,610.46 to be refunded — a net Rs. 1.94 crore SCUC settlement routed through the NERLDC pool account. The account was prepared under CERC IEGC Regulations, 2023 and the detailed SCUC procedure issued on April 16, 2024.
8NERPC provisional DSM account for week 11–17 May 2026 tallies Rs. 45.59 crore payable against Rs. 54.49 crore receivable
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee has issued the provisional Deviation Settlement Mechanism statement for May 11–17, 2026 under the CERC DSM Regulations, 2024, totalling Rs. 45.59 crore payable and Rs. 54.49 crore receivable across constituents. Amounts are payable to the Regional Deviation and Ancillary Service Pool Account operated by NERLDC within 10 days, with a 0.04%-per-day surcharge on delays, and statements posted on the NERPC website.
8WRPC DSM account for week 11–17 May 2026 bills WR-ER Rs. 137.46 crore as inter-regional deviation nets Rs. 45.50 crore receivable
The Western Regional Power Committee's ABT-based Deviation Charge account for May 11–17, 2026 shows WR-ER net DSM payable of Rs. 131.85 crore (gross Rs. 137.46 crore), WR-NR payable of Rs. 21.92 crore and WR-SR payable of Rs. 199.27 crore, while the inter-regional subtotal nets to a Rs. 45.50 crore receivable. Among Western Region beneficiaries, entities such as BALCO show Rs. 1.01 crore payable into the regional deviation pool.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8NRLDC lists long-pending bay and reactor outages up to 167 days in NR planned shutdown report for 27 May 2026
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Planned Shutdown Report for May 27, 2026 catalogues Northern Region bays, lines and reactors under planned outage, including a 400 kV GSS Bhadla ICT-4 element out for testing and commissioning for about 167 days, a 400/118 kV 253 MVA GT-2 at Bawana CCGTB out 172 days for jack-bus replacement, and 765 kV Khetri-Narela tie bays out around 100 days for bay-extension work.
8WRLDC line outage report lists multi-year planned outages, including 400 kV Wardha-Warora reactor out since May 2018
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's 18-page Transmission Lines Outage Status report for May 27, 2026 catalogues hundreds of planned and forced line and bay outages, headlined by the 400 kV Wardha-Warora reactor at Wardha out since May 4, 2018 and kept out due to ferroresonance reported by PGCIL in consultation with SO-II. The owner-wise listing records outage dates, expected revival and reasons spanning LILO works and long-term reactor isolations across POWERGRID-WR1 and others.
8SRLDC transmission outage report logs ~95 planned and ~127 forced line outages in Southern Region for 27 May 2026
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Transmission Outage Report for May 27, 2026 lists roughly 95 planned and 127 forced line outages, including the 400 kV Ramagundam-Telangana_STPP-1 and -2 lines held on idle charge after first-time-charge since March 2023. The report records owner, voltage level, outage and revival times and reasons across POWERGRID and state-transco assets in the Southern grid. Details
8All-India peak demand hits 258,509 MW on 27 May 2026 as NLDC logs 5,661 MU energy met with just 7.01 MU shortage
The National Load Despatch Centre's Daily Power Supply Position Report for May 27, 2026 shows All-India maximum demand met touching 258,509 MW at 15:30 hrs, with evening-peak demand met at 20:00 hrs of 242,883 MW against a peak shortage of 500 MW concentrated in the Western Region. Total energy met for the day was 5,661 MU against an energy shortage of just 7.01 MU, with hydro contributing 473 MU, wind 447 MU and solar 637 MU. All-India frequency stayed within the 49.9–50.05 Hz band 80.70% of the time.
8GRID-INDIA NLDC publishes frequency profile for 27 May 2026: average 50.008 Hz, FDI 0.0296, peak 50.227 Hz at 18:05
The National Load Despatch Centre's frequency profile for May 27, 2026, based on 8,640 ten-second samples from the Agra reference, records an average system frequency of 50.008 Hz, a Frequency Variation Index of 0.0296, standard deviation of 0.0538 and mileage of 32.1. The instantaneous frequency peaked at 50.227 Hz at 18:05:10 and bottomed at 49.742 Hz at 04:39:10, with the grid within the 49.90–50.05 Hz band 80.69% of the time.
8Northern Region peaks at 82,877 MW with zero evening shortage on 27 May 2026; UP tops states at 29,568 MW
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Daily Operation Report for May 27, 2026 records the region meeting an evening-peak demand of 82,877 MW at 20:00 hrs with zero shortage. Among NR states, Uttar Pradesh recorded the highest maximum demand met, while Rajasthan peaked at 17,206 MW, Punjab at 13,850 MW and Haryana at 13,008 MW. Day energy was 1,926 MU with an energy shortage of 4.81 MU. Renewable generation included 84.73 MU solar and 44.56 MU wind.
8Southern Region records 55,086 MW evening peak with zero shortage on 27 May 2026; Tamil Nadu peaks at 19,576 MW
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Power Supply Position Report for May 27, 2026 shows the region meeting an evening-peak demand of 55,086 MW at 20:00 hrs with zero shortage and day energy of 1,232.27 MU. Tamil Nadu led with maximum demand met of 19,576 MW at 22:30, followed by Karnataka 12,298 MW, Andhra Pradesh 12,040 MW, Telangana 10,147 MW and Kerala 4,928 MW. Regional generation included 106.42 MU solar, 106.02 MU wind and 64.25 MU hydro at the state periphery.
8Western Region meets 74,858 MW evening peak with 500 MW shortage on 27 May 2026 as Gujarat generates 382.8 MU
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's Daily Operation Report for May 27, 2026 shows the region meeting an evening peak of 74,858 MW at 20:00 hrs against a 500 MW shortage — the only regional shortage nationally — and day energy of 1,789.5 MU. Maharashtra contributed 691.5 MU and Gujarat 534.7 MU. Regional generation of 1,020.2 MU included 153.1 MU wind and 138.9 MU solar, with net under-drawal of 9.9 MU against schedule.
8IEX Day-Ahead Market clears 1,33,659 MWh on 27 May 2026 at average MCP of Rs. 6,582.85/MWh as peak hours hit Rs. 10,000 ceiling
The Indian Energy Exchange Day-Ahead Market cleared 1,33,659.34 MWh on May 27, 2026 against a purchase bid of 6,49,870.15 MWh and sell bid of 3,20,996.09 MWh, with average MCP of Rs. 6,582.85/MWh. The MCP hit the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling across hours 1–7 and 20–24 on tight supply, while solar hours 9–14 cleared between Rs. 2,105.56 and Rs. 2,338.06/MWh. Over the May 21–28 weekly window, average MCP was Rs. 6,311.73/MWh.
8IEX Real-Time Market clears 1,82,112 MWh on 27 May 2026 with average MCP of Rs. 5,261/MWh and evening peaks at Rs. 10,000/MWh
The IEX Real-Time Market cleared 1,82,112.19 MWh on May 27, 2026 against a purchase bid of 4,94,263.32 MWh and sell bid of 3,10,298.23 MWh, with average MCP of Rs. 5,261.16/MWh. Prices hit the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling in evening peaks in hours 20–23, while the lowest hourly MCP of Rs. 534.52/MWh appeared in hour 7 with surplus solar. The May 21–28 window cleared total MCV of 12,03,910.9 MWh at average MCP Rs. 5,431.44/MWh.
8NRLDC April-2026 monthly report records Northern Region peak demand of 76,610 MW on 28 April with 251 MW shortage
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's April-2026 monthly report shows the Northern Region met a maximum demand of 76,610 MW on April 28, 2026 at 21:00 hrs, while the maximum energy met touched 1,645.0 MU on April 28 against a record 2,022.9 MU on June 12, 2025. The report records a regional shortage of 251 MW during April and a token energy shortage of 0.7 MU entirely in Haryana, with Uttar Pradesh contributing 588.0 MU and Rajasthan 325.4 MU of maximum daily energy met.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8NLDC commits 26 coal stations under SCUC for 28 May 2026, from North Karanpura at 208.8 paise/kWh to AGBPP Kathalguri at 543 paise/kWh
The NLDC Format-2 Security Constrained Unit Commitment schedule for delivery date May 28, 2026 lists generators committed on must-run reliability grounds ranked by Energy Charge Rate, led by North Karanpura STPS at 861.02 MW and 208.8 paise/kWh, Vindhyachal STPS Stage 3 at 475.07 MW and 213.3 paise/kWh, and Barh at 667.44 MW and 278.6 paise/kWh. The list runs up the merit order to Dadri Stage 1 at 471.8 paise/kWh and AGBPP Kathalguri at 543 paise/kWh.
8NLDC system reliability report flags ER-NR corridor ATC violations on 8.33% of blocks on 27 May 2026
The National Load Despatch Centre's System Reliability Indices Report for May 27, 2026 shows the Available Transfer Capability was violated on the ER-NR corridor for 8 blocks (2.00 hours, 8.33% of the time) and on the Import of NR corridor for 4 blocks (1.00 hour, 4.17%), while the WR-NR, NEW-SR and NER Import corridors recorded zero ATC violations. The (N-1) security criterion was met across all five inter-regional corridors with no violations.
8WRLDC reliability report flags Maharashtra ATC violations on 11.8% of blocks on 27 May 2026
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's Daily System Reliability Indices Report for May 27, 2026 shows ATC was violated in Maharashtra for 47 blocks (11.8% of the time), in DNHDDPDCL for 13 blocks (3.2%) and in Goa for 7 blocks (1.8%), while Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh recorded zero ATC violations. The (N-1) security criterion was breached in Maharashtra on 27 blocks (6.8%) but met everywhere else, highlighting localised transmission stress in the western Maharashtra corridor.
8WRLDC generation outage report tracks NTPC annual overhauls including 500 MW KSTPS unit out until 19 June 2026
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's Generating Unit Outage Report for May 27, 2026 lists central- and state-sector units on planned and forced outage, including NTPC's KSTPS-1&2 Unit 5 (500 MW, Chhattisgarh) under annual overhauling until June 19, 2026, VSTPS-I Unit 1 (210 MW, Madhya Pradesh) on AOH until June 10, 2026, and Sardar Sarovar Project units of 50 MW and 200 MW under annual overhauling. DGEN Gujarat Unit 3 (400 MW) is on reserve shutdown.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8NRPC bills Rs. 44.48 crore net ancillary services & SCUC charges for Northern Region week 11–17 May 2026
The Northern Regional Power Committee's Ancillary Services and Regional SCUC account for Week No. 07 of FY 2026-27 (May 11–17, 2026) places the total net amount payable to generators at Rs. 44.48 crore, with payment due on or before June 3, 2026. Among the largest settlements, Auraiya CRF is to receive Rs. 13.11 crore and Dadri CRF Rs. 13.59 crore, while Singrauli STPS shows a net receivable-by-pool of Rs. 2.99 crore.
8NRPC issues Week-07 deviation settlement account with ER-NR's Rs. 12,586 lakhs as largest payable, revises weeks 41–42
The Northern Regional Power Committee's Deviation Charges statement for Week No. 07 of FY 2026-27 (May 11–17, 2026) lists ER-NR as the largest payable constituent at Rs. 12,586.07 lakhs, followed by Rajasthan at Rs. 1,620.56 lakhs and Uttar Pradesh at Rs. 1,156.65 lakhs, while NER-NR at Rs. 5,231.17 lakhs is among the largest receivables. The account, payable by June 6, 2026, also incorporates revised Deviation Settlement accounts for Weeks 41 and 42 of FY 2025-26.
8WRPC settles Rs. 199.58 crore SCUC charges for Western Region in week 11–17 May 2026 ancillary services account
The Western Regional Power Committee's Ancillary Services and SCUC settlement account for the week May 11–17, 2026 records total net SCUC charges payable of Rs. 1,995.79 crore. Gadarwara-I emerges as a major SCUC provider with a receivable of Rs. 105.05 crore on 32,312.05 MWHr of decrement schedule, while RGPPL-RLNG at Rs. 158.02 crore and Kawas-ComGas at Rs. 16.43 crore are among the largest net receivables, covering Western Region gas-based and other stations.
8NERPC provisional SCUC account for week 11–17 May 2026 records Rs. 1.94 crore net settlement on 6,735.95 MWHr
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee issued the provisional Security Constrained Unit Commitment account for May 11–17, 2026, recording total increment schedule of 6,735.95 MWHr and decrement of 3,402.00 MWHr, with charges to be paid of Rs. 3,21,88,835.53 against Rs. 1,60,23,610.46 to be refunded — a net Rs. 1.94 crore SCUC settlement routed through the NERLDC pool account. The account was prepared under CERC IEGC Regulations, 2023 and the detailed SCUC procedure issued on April 16, 2024.
8NERPC provisional DSM account for week 11–17 May 2026 tallies Rs. 45.59 crore payable against Rs. 54.49 crore receivable
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee has issued the provisional Deviation Settlement Mechanism statement for May 11–17, 2026 under the CERC DSM Regulations, 2024, totalling Rs. 45.59 crore payable and Rs. 54.49 crore receivable across constituents. Amounts are payable to the Regional Deviation and Ancillary Service Pool Account operated by NERLDC within 10 days, with a 0.04%-per-day surcharge on delays, and statements posted on the NERPC website.
8WRPC DSM account for week 11–17 May 2026 bills WR-ER Rs. 137.46 crore as inter-regional deviation nets Rs. 45.50 crore receivable
The Western Regional Power Committee's ABT-based Deviation Charge account for May 11–17, 2026 shows WR-ER net DSM payable of Rs. 131.85 crore (gross Rs. 137.46 crore), WR-NR payable of Rs. 21.92 crore and WR-SR payable of Rs. 199.27 crore, while the inter-regional subtotal nets to a Rs. 45.50 crore receivable. Among Western Region beneficiaries, entities such as BALCO show Rs. 1.01 crore payable into the regional deviation pool.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8NRLDC lists long-pending bay and reactor outages up to 167 days in NR planned shutdown report for 27 May 2026
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Planned Shutdown Report for May 27, 2026 catalogues Northern Region bays, lines and reactors under planned outage, including a 400 kV GSS Bhadla ICT-4 element out for testing and commissioning for about 167 days, a 400/118 kV 253 MVA GT-2 at Bawana CCGTB out 172 days for jack-bus replacement, and 765 kV Khetri-Narela tie bays out around 100 days for bay-extension work.
8WRLDC line outage report lists multi-year planned outages, including 400 kV Wardha-Warora reactor out since May 2018
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's 18-page Transmission Lines Outage Status report for May 27, 2026 catalogues hundreds of planned and forced line and bay outages, headlined by the 400 kV Wardha-Warora reactor at Wardha out since May 4, 2018 and kept out due to ferroresonance reported by PGCIL in consultation with SO-II. The owner-wise listing records outage dates, expected revival and reasons spanning LILO works and long-term reactor isolations across POWERGRID-WR1 and others.
8SRLDC transmission outage report logs ~95 planned and ~127 forced line outages in Southern Region for 27 May 2026
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Transmission Outage Report for May 27, 2026 lists roughly 95 planned and 127 forced line outages, including the 400 kV Ramagundam-Telangana_STPP-1 and -2 lines held on idle charge after first-time-charge since March 2023. The report records owner, voltage level, outage and revival times and reasons across POWERGRID and state-transco assets in the Southern grid. Details
NEWS UPDATE: POLICY & GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
May 28:
MINISTRY OF POWER
8Ministry of Coal launches Rs. 37,500 crore surface coal & lignite gasification scheme targeting 100 MT by 2030
The Ministry of Coal organised a stakeholder roadshow on May 28, 2026 to promote its newly launched Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects, backed by a financial outlay of Rs. 37,500 crore. The scheme targets gasification of 100 million tonnes of coal by 2030 and is expected to mobilise investment of approximately Rs. 2.5–3 lakh crore while generating around 50,000 direct and indirect jobs across nearly 25 projects. Annual utilisation of 75 MT under the scheme is projected to generate approximately Rs. 6,300 crore in revenue per year.
8Coal Minister Satish Chandra Dubey reviews SECL operations and meets Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai on 27 May 2026
Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey visited South Eastern Coalfields Limited on May 27, 2026, chairing a review of coal production, dispatch, quality management, safety, digitisation, coal gasification projects and mine-closure activities with SECL CMD Harish Duhan. During the visit the Minister launched digital portals for infrastructure and hospital management and met Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai in Raipur to discuss coal production, logistics connectivity, energy security and industrial growth.
8APTEL dismisses Delhi discoms' application to reword para 39 of April 20 CAG audit order; BSES Rajdhani and BSES Yamuna directed to appellate route
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity on May 27, 2026 dismissed applications filed by BSES Rajdhani Power Limited and BSES Yamuna Power Limited attempting to have the Tribunal reword its own April 20, 2026 order on the CAG audit of DERC. The Tribunal ruled that applications under Section 120 of the Electricity Act, 2003 amounted to seeking substitution of the Tribunal's decision rather than correction of an accidental slip, and directed parties to pursue available remedies under the Electricity Act.
8Patel Engineering blacklisted by Nepal's PPMO until May 2029 over Sunkoshi Marin Diversion project dispute; company holds 35% JV stake
Patel Engineering Limited disclosed under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR that Nepal's Public Procurement Monitoring Office published a blacklisting entry for RAMAN PATEL J.V. — comprising Patel Engineering Limited (35%) and lead partner Raman Construction Private Limited (65%) — from May 27, 2026 through May 26, 2029. The blacklisting arises from the termination of the Sunkoshi Marin Diversion Multipurpose Project (Lot-1) contract by Nepal's Ministry of Energy. All disputes remain sub-judice.
MNRE & BEE
8NLDC sets S1-to-(S2&S3) transfer capability at 11,300 MW with 10,850 MW ATC for April 2027, citing Salem and Pugalur ICT constraints
The National Load Despatch Centre in its revision-0 Transfer Capability statement issued May 26, 2026 for the S1-to-(S2&S3) interface for April 2027 fixed the Total Transfer Capability at 11,300 MW, a Reliability Margin of 450 MW and an Available Transfer Capability of 10,850 MW, against a net GNA of 5,574 MW. The limiting constraints include N-1 violations of ICTs at the 400/230 kV Salem and Pugalur substations and overloading risk on the 400 kV Alamaty-Manali single circuit.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8CEA daily coal stock report: 23 plants running critical as grand total falls to 65% of normative on 26 May 2026
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Coal Stock Report dated May 26, 2026 shows an all-India coal stock position of 49,395.1 thousand tonnes against a normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes — just 65% of normative — across monitored coal-based capacity of 2,22,698 MW running at 72% PLF, with 23 plants flagged as critical. NTPC and NTPC JV held stocks at 78% of normative, while APGENCO, APPDCL and TSGENCO were each at 28%, among the worst-stocked utilities.
8All-India power generation hits 4,931.09 MU on 26 May 2026 against 4,576.50 MU program, coal stations beat plan by 349 MU
Sub-Report 1 of the CEA Daily Generation Report for May 26, 2026 shows All-India actual generation of 4,931.09 MU against a daily program of 4,576.50 MU, an excess of 354.59 MU. Thermal produced 4,307.86 MU against a 3,958.85 MU program. FY 2026-27 cumulative actual stands at 2,57,319.69 MU against a 2,62,468.28 MU program, a year-to-date shortfall of 5,148.59 MU on an annual target of 17,15,000 MU. Northern Region thermal recorded the steepest deficit at -4.63% year-to-date.
8NLDC sets Punjab import capability at 10,700 MW ATC for May 2027, against approved GNA of 5,497 MW; ICT contingencies define limit
The National Load Despatch Centre published the Import Capability of Punjab for May 2027, setting the Total Transfer Capability at 11,200 MW with a Reliability Margin of 500 MW, resulting in an Available Transfer Capability of 10,700 MW against approved GNA of 5,497 MW. Limiting constraints are N-1 contingencies on 400/220 kV ICTs at Rajpura, Dhanasu and Muktsar, as well as loading close to N-1 limits at Malerkotla and Patiala ICTs and 220 kV networks at Jalandhar, Ludhiana and Amritsar.
8NLDC revises cross-border TTC/ATC for May 2027: India–Bangladesh HVDC corridor at 982 MW ATC; Bhutan export capped at 2,185 MW
The National Load Despatch Centre issued Revision 1 of the Cross-Border Transfer Capability table for May 2027 on May 27, 2026, showing the India (ER ISTS)–Bangladesh HVDC corridor constrained to an ATC of 982 MW throughout the day, with the limiting factor being the rated capacity of the HVDC Bherama–Behrampore link. The Bhutan–India export corridor holds an ATC of 2,185 MW, while the India (Bihar)–Nepal corridor is capped at 300 MW ATC, constrained by thermal limits on the 132 kV Raxual–Parwanipur lines. Details
8Ministry of Coal launches Rs. 37,500 crore surface coal & lignite gasification scheme targeting 100 MT by 2030
The Ministry of Coal organised a stakeholder roadshow on May 28, 2026 to promote its newly launched Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects, backed by a financial outlay of Rs. 37,500 crore. The scheme targets gasification of 100 million tonnes of coal by 2030 and is expected to mobilise investment of approximately Rs. 2.5–3 lakh crore while generating around 50,000 direct and indirect jobs across nearly 25 projects. Annual utilisation of 75 MT under the scheme is projected to generate approximately Rs. 6,300 crore in revenue per year.
8Coal Minister Satish Chandra Dubey reviews SECL operations and meets Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai on 27 May 2026
Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey visited South Eastern Coalfields Limited on May 27, 2026, chairing a review of coal production, dispatch, quality management, safety, digitisation, coal gasification projects and mine-closure activities with SECL CMD Harish Duhan. During the visit the Minister launched digital portals for infrastructure and hospital management and met Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai in Raipur to discuss coal production, logistics connectivity, energy security and industrial growth.
8APTEL dismisses Delhi discoms' application to reword para 39 of April 20 CAG audit order; BSES Rajdhani and BSES Yamuna directed to appellate route
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity on May 27, 2026 dismissed applications filed by BSES Rajdhani Power Limited and BSES Yamuna Power Limited attempting to have the Tribunal reword its own April 20, 2026 order on the CAG audit of DERC. The Tribunal ruled that applications under Section 120 of the Electricity Act, 2003 amounted to seeking substitution of the Tribunal's decision rather than correction of an accidental slip, and directed parties to pursue available remedies under the Electricity Act.
8Patel Engineering blacklisted by Nepal's PPMO until May 2029 over Sunkoshi Marin Diversion project dispute; company holds 35% JV stake
Patel Engineering Limited disclosed under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR that Nepal's Public Procurement Monitoring Office published a blacklisting entry for RAMAN PATEL J.V. — comprising Patel Engineering Limited (35%) and lead partner Raman Construction Private Limited (65%) — from May 27, 2026 through May 26, 2029. The blacklisting arises from the termination of the Sunkoshi Marin Diversion Multipurpose Project (Lot-1) contract by Nepal's Ministry of Energy. All disputes remain sub-judice.
MNRE & BEE
8NLDC sets S1-to-(S2&S3) transfer capability at 11,300 MW with 10,850 MW ATC for April 2027, citing Salem and Pugalur ICT constraints
The National Load Despatch Centre in its revision-0 Transfer Capability statement issued May 26, 2026 for the S1-to-(S2&S3) interface for April 2027 fixed the Total Transfer Capability at 11,300 MW, a Reliability Margin of 450 MW and an Available Transfer Capability of 10,850 MW, against a net GNA of 5,574 MW. The limiting constraints include N-1 violations of ICTs at the 400/230 kV Salem and Pugalur substations and overloading risk on the 400 kV Alamaty-Manali single circuit.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8CEA daily coal stock report: 23 plants running critical as grand total falls to 65% of normative on 26 May 2026
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Coal Stock Report dated May 26, 2026 shows an all-India coal stock position of 49,395.1 thousand tonnes against a normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes — just 65% of normative — across monitored coal-based capacity of 2,22,698 MW running at 72% PLF, with 23 plants flagged as critical. NTPC and NTPC JV held stocks at 78% of normative, while APGENCO, APPDCL and TSGENCO were each at 28%, among the worst-stocked utilities.
8All-India power generation hits 4,931.09 MU on 26 May 2026 against 4,576.50 MU program, coal stations beat plan by 349 MU
Sub-Report 1 of the CEA Daily Generation Report for May 26, 2026 shows All-India actual generation of 4,931.09 MU against a daily program of 4,576.50 MU, an excess of 354.59 MU. Thermal produced 4,307.86 MU against a 3,958.85 MU program. FY 2026-27 cumulative actual stands at 2,57,319.69 MU against a 2,62,468.28 MU program, a year-to-date shortfall of 5,148.59 MU on an annual target of 17,15,000 MU. Northern Region thermal recorded the steepest deficit at -4.63% year-to-date.
8NLDC sets Punjab import capability at 10,700 MW ATC for May 2027, against approved GNA of 5,497 MW; ICT contingencies define limit
The National Load Despatch Centre published the Import Capability of Punjab for May 2027, setting the Total Transfer Capability at 11,200 MW with a Reliability Margin of 500 MW, resulting in an Available Transfer Capability of 10,700 MW against approved GNA of 5,497 MW. Limiting constraints are N-1 contingencies on 400/220 kV ICTs at Rajpura, Dhanasu and Muktsar, as well as loading close to N-1 limits at Malerkotla and Patiala ICTs and 220 kV networks at Jalandhar, Ludhiana and Amritsar.
8NLDC revises cross-border TTC/ATC for May 2027: India–Bangladesh HVDC corridor at 982 MW ATC; Bhutan export capped at 2,185 MW
The National Load Despatch Centre issued Revision 1 of the Cross-Border Transfer Capability table for May 2027 on May 27, 2026, showing the India (ER ISTS)–Bangladesh HVDC corridor constrained to an ATC of 982 MW throughout the day, with the limiting factor being the rated capacity of the HVDC Bherama–Behrampore link. The Bhutan–India export corridor holds an ATC of 2,185 MW, while the India (Bihar)–Nepal corridor is capped at 300 MW ATC, constrained by thermal limits on the 132 kV Raxual–Parwanipur lines. Details
NEWS UPDATE: RENEWABLE ENERGY
May 28:
SOLAR POWER
8IEX Green Day-Ahead Market clears 30,390 MWh on 27 May 2026 at Rs. 6,738/MWh with solar contributing 21,812 MWh
The IEX Green Day-Ahead Market for delivery date May 27, 2026 cleared 30,390.05 MWh in total, with solar contributing 21,811.91 MWh, non-solar 7,371.07 MWh and hydro 1,207.17 MWh, against a purchase bid of 1,98,458.53 MWh. MCP was Rs. 6,738.31/MWh and weighted MCP Rs. 4,356.59/MWh. Over the May 21–28 weekly window, total MCV stood at 2,73,414.07 MWh, with the solar component dominating at 1,81,486.47 MWh.
8CEA all-India renewable generation reaches 1,142.25 MU on 26 May 2026 with Rajasthan producing 292.18 MU solar plus wind
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Renewable Generation Report for May 26, 2026 shows All-India RE net generation of 1,142.25 MU comprising wind 439.64 MU, solar 674.44 MU and others 28.17 MU, with cumulative May 2026 generation at 25,795.40 MU. Rajasthan led states with 292.18 MU on the day and May cumulative of 6,808.82 MU. Gujarat contributed 331.67 MU, Tamil Nadu 147.76 MU, Karnataka 99.77 MU and Andhra Pradesh 72.70 MU.
8IEA pegs global energy investment at USD 3.4 trillion in 2026, with USD 2.2 trillion to clean energy and USD 1.2 trillion to fossil fuels
The International Energy Agency's World Energy Investment 2026 report projects total global energy investment of USD 3.4 trillion in 2026, a 5% rise from 2025, with approximately USD 2.2 trillion flowing to renewables, nuclear, grids, storage, low-emissions fuels, efficiency and electrification, and roughly USD 1.2 trillion to oil, natural gas and coal. Nearly half of all global energy spending is set to go to the power sector, with data-centre infrastructure investment exceeding USD 100 billion in 2025.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8IEX GTAM trades 16 daily contracts on 27 May 2026 at flat Rs. 6,670/MWh across DY1–DY3 non-solar instruments
The Green Term-Ahead Market on the Indian Energy Exchange recorded 16 daily contracts on May 27, 2026 — covering DY1 to DY3 day-of-week-specific non-solar instruments — each clearing 240 MWh with one trade per instrument at a uniform highest, lowest, average and weighted-average price of Rs. 6,670.00/MWh. The 5-page trade data file confirms a one-to-one match between buy and sell bid counts with identical bid volumes of 240 MWh on each contract.
8Harit Molecules Foundation recommends carve-out for green hydrogen projects in CERC petition 11/SM/2026
The Harit Molecules Foundation — a green-hydrogen policy think-tank bringing together L&T, Linde, ReNew, Sembcorp, Synergen, Waaree, Welspun and OCIOR — on May 21, 2026 wrote a 3-page, 1,683-word recommendation to CERC urging the Commission to consider a distinct treatment and re-allocation regime for green hydrogen projects under the GNA Regulations. HMF argued that green-hydrogen offtake economics and project gestation differ materially from conventional renewable PPAs.
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8WBPDCL submits 1,799-page Volume-I petition detailing 200 MW floating solar plus 320 MWh BESS plan at Bakreswar reservoir
The petition Volume-I, signed by WBPDCL Director (Finance) Debkumar Gupta, runs to 1,799 pages and discloses that WBPDCL currently operates five thermal stations aggregating 4,265 MW of installed capacity. The volume invokes Regulation 2.11.1 of the WBERC (Terms and Conditions of Tariff) Regulations, 2011 and binds the Asian Development Bank, the Government of West Bengal and WBPDCL through a Project Agreement under which ADB will fund 70% of the Rs. 2,01,400 lakh outlay.
8IEX High-Price DAM clears 425 MWh on 27 May 2026 at Rs. 19,499/MWh against 64,695 MWh of sell bids
On the IEX High-Price Day-Ahead Market for delivery date May 27, 2026, total clearing was just 425.00 MWh against a sell bid of 64,694.90 MWh, with all activity concentrated in hours 1, 23 and 24. Across the May 21–28 weekly window, HP-DAM cleared 5,354.45 MWh against 5,43,052.30 MWh of sell bids, with daily MCP ranging from Rs. 19,109.35/MWh on May 24 to Rs. 19,833.42/MWh on May 23.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8IEX amends business rules to implement CERC-approved pre-specified time slots in TAM, HP-TAM and GTAM contracts
Indian Energy Exchange Limited via Circular IEX/RA/2601/2026 dated May 26, 2026 revised its Business Rules to implement pre-specified time slots in the Term-Ahead Market, High Price-Term Ahead Market and Green Term Ahead Market contracts, following CERC's order dated May 21, 2026 in Petition No. 674/RC/2025. The revised Business Rules have been uploaded to www.iexindia.com for members' compliance.
8IEX rolls out new TAM/HP-TAM/GTAM time slots — RTC, Solar (06–18) and Non-Solar (00–06 & 18–24) — from 28 May 2026
Indian Energy Exchange through Circular IEX/MO/2602/2026 dated May 26, 2026 notified pre-specified time slots for TAM, HP-TAM and GTAM-Hydro contracts effective from trade date May 28, 2026, per CERC's order in Petition No. 674/RC/2025. The new daily and weekly slots include RTC (00–24), Solar (06–18), Solar-Morning (06–09), Solar-Day (09–18), Non-Solar (00–06 and 18–24), Non-Solar-Evening (18–24) and Non-Solar-Night (00–06).
8PXIL overhauls time-slot structure for TAM, GTAM and HP-TAM contracts effective 28 May 2026 per CERC order
Power Exchange India Limited issued Circular No. PXIL/Operations/2026-2027/479 on May 26, 2026, announcing a complete restructuring of pre-specified time slots for TAM, GTAM and HP-TAM contracts from trade date May 28, 2026, in compliance with CERC Order in Petition No. 754/RC/2025. New categories include RTC (00:00–24:00), Solar (06:00–18:00), Morning (06:00–09:00), Day (09:00–18:00), Non-Solar (00:00–06:00 and 18:00–24:00), Evening and Night slots.
8CEEW-ISAS report identifies capital trilemma and discom finances as key barriers to South Asia's energy transition
A May 2026 issue brief co-published by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water and the Institute of South Asian Studies, National University of Singapore, identified a triple challenge of high cost, high risk and massive-scale capital needs as the primary barriers to South Asia's energy transition covering India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and Nepal — home to approximately one-fourth of the world's population. The report recommended future-ready power markets, Global South-North supply chain collaborations and coordinated catalytic action across finance, technology and capacity building.
8Mahindra Susten files 21-page CERC submission backed by OTPP's C$266 billion AUM and India's largest RE InvIT
Mahindra Susten Private Limited on May 13, 2026 filed a 21-page, 17,418-word commentary with CERC on the draft order in Petition No. 11/SM/2026. The submission positions Susten as one of India's largest renewable IPPs alongside Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Board, a 40% platform investor managing C$266 billion in AUM, and co-sponsors of India's largest renewable InvIT, Sustainable Energy Infra Trust with approximately Rs. 6,900 crore AUM on NSE. Susten frames its inputs around the Government of India's 500 GW renewable energy target for 2030. Details
8IEX Green Day-Ahead Market clears 30,390 MWh on 27 May 2026 at Rs. 6,738/MWh with solar contributing 21,812 MWh
The IEX Green Day-Ahead Market for delivery date May 27, 2026 cleared 30,390.05 MWh in total, with solar contributing 21,811.91 MWh, non-solar 7,371.07 MWh and hydro 1,207.17 MWh, against a purchase bid of 1,98,458.53 MWh. MCP was Rs. 6,738.31/MWh and weighted MCP Rs. 4,356.59/MWh. Over the May 21–28 weekly window, total MCV stood at 2,73,414.07 MWh, with the solar component dominating at 1,81,486.47 MWh.
8CEA all-India renewable generation reaches 1,142.25 MU on 26 May 2026 with Rajasthan producing 292.18 MU solar plus wind
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Renewable Generation Report for May 26, 2026 shows All-India RE net generation of 1,142.25 MU comprising wind 439.64 MU, solar 674.44 MU and others 28.17 MU, with cumulative May 2026 generation at 25,795.40 MU. Rajasthan led states with 292.18 MU on the day and May cumulative of 6,808.82 MU. Gujarat contributed 331.67 MU, Tamil Nadu 147.76 MU, Karnataka 99.77 MU and Andhra Pradesh 72.70 MU.
8IEA pegs global energy investment at USD 3.4 trillion in 2026, with USD 2.2 trillion to clean energy and USD 1.2 trillion to fossil fuels
The International Energy Agency's World Energy Investment 2026 report projects total global energy investment of USD 3.4 trillion in 2026, a 5% rise from 2025, with approximately USD 2.2 trillion flowing to renewables, nuclear, grids, storage, low-emissions fuels, efficiency and electrification, and roughly USD 1.2 trillion to oil, natural gas and coal. Nearly half of all global energy spending is set to go to the power sector, with data-centre infrastructure investment exceeding USD 100 billion in 2025.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8IEX GTAM trades 16 daily contracts on 27 May 2026 at flat Rs. 6,670/MWh across DY1–DY3 non-solar instruments
The Green Term-Ahead Market on the Indian Energy Exchange recorded 16 daily contracts on May 27, 2026 — covering DY1 to DY3 day-of-week-specific non-solar instruments — each clearing 240 MWh with one trade per instrument at a uniform highest, lowest, average and weighted-average price of Rs. 6,670.00/MWh. The 5-page trade data file confirms a one-to-one match between buy and sell bid counts with identical bid volumes of 240 MWh on each contract.
8Harit Molecules Foundation recommends carve-out for green hydrogen projects in CERC petition 11/SM/2026
The Harit Molecules Foundation — a green-hydrogen policy think-tank bringing together L&T, Linde, ReNew, Sembcorp, Synergen, Waaree, Welspun and OCIOR — on May 21, 2026 wrote a 3-page, 1,683-word recommendation to CERC urging the Commission to consider a distinct treatment and re-allocation regime for green hydrogen projects under the GNA Regulations. HMF argued that green-hydrogen offtake economics and project gestation differ materially from conventional renewable PPAs.
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8WBPDCL submits 1,799-page Volume-I petition detailing 200 MW floating solar plus 320 MWh BESS plan at Bakreswar reservoir
The petition Volume-I, signed by WBPDCL Director (Finance) Debkumar Gupta, runs to 1,799 pages and discloses that WBPDCL currently operates five thermal stations aggregating 4,265 MW of installed capacity. The volume invokes Regulation 2.11.1 of the WBERC (Terms and Conditions of Tariff) Regulations, 2011 and binds the Asian Development Bank, the Government of West Bengal and WBPDCL through a Project Agreement under which ADB will fund 70% of the Rs. 2,01,400 lakh outlay.
8IEX High-Price DAM clears 425 MWh on 27 May 2026 at Rs. 19,499/MWh against 64,695 MWh of sell bids
On the IEX High-Price Day-Ahead Market for delivery date May 27, 2026, total clearing was just 425.00 MWh against a sell bid of 64,694.90 MWh, with all activity concentrated in hours 1, 23 and 24. Across the May 21–28 weekly window, HP-DAM cleared 5,354.45 MWh against 5,43,052.30 MWh of sell bids, with daily MCP ranging from Rs. 19,109.35/MWh on May 24 to Rs. 19,833.42/MWh on May 23.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8IEX amends business rules to implement CERC-approved pre-specified time slots in TAM, HP-TAM and GTAM contracts
Indian Energy Exchange Limited via Circular IEX/RA/2601/2026 dated May 26, 2026 revised its Business Rules to implement pre-specified time slots in the Term-Ahead Market, High Price-Term Ahead Market and Green Term Ahead Market contracts, following CERC's order dated May 21, 2026 in Petition No. 674/RC/2025. The revised Business Rules have been uploaded to www.iexindia.com for members' compliance.
8IEX rolls out new TAM/HP-TAM/GTAM time slots — RTC, Solar (06–18) and Non-Solar (00–06 & 18–24) — from 28 May 2026
Indian Energy Exchange through Circular IEX/MO/2602/2026 dated May 26, 2026 notified pre-specified time slots for TAM, HP-TAM and GTAM-Hydro contracts effective from trade date May 28, 2026, per CERC's order in Petition No. 674/RC/2025. The new daily and weekly slots include RTC (00–24), Solar (06–18), Solar-Morning (06–09), Solar-Day (09–18), Non-Solar (00–06 and 18–24), Non-Solar-Evening (18–24) and Non-Solar-Night (00–06).
8PXIL overhauls time-slot structure for TAM, GTAM and HP-TAM contracts effective 28 May 2026 per CERC order
Power Exchange India Limited issued Circular No. PXIL/Operations/2026-2027/479 on May 26, 2026, announcing a complete restructuring of pre-specified time slots for TAM, GTAM and HP-TAM contracts from trade date May 28, 2026, in compliance with CERC Order in Petition No. 754/RC/2025. New categories include RTC (00:00–24:00), Solar (06:00–18:00), Morning (06:00–09:00), Day (09:00–18:00), Non-Solar (00:00–06:00 and 18:00–24:00), Evening and Night slots.
8CEEW-ISAS report identifies capital trilemma and discom finances as key barriers to South Asia's energy transition
A May 2026 issue brief co-published by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water and the Institute of South Asian Studies, National University of Singapore, identified a triple challenge of high cost, high risk and massive-scale capital needs as the primary barriers to South Asia's energy transition covering India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and Nepal — home to approximately one-fourth of the world's population. The report recommended future-ready power markets, Global South-North supply chain collaborations and coordinated catalytic action across finance, technology and capacity building.
8Mahindra Susten files 21-page CERC submission backed by OTPP's C$266 billion AUM and India's largest RE InvIT
Mahindra Susten Private Limited on May 13, 2026 filed a 21-page, 17,418-word commentary with CERC on the draft order in Petition No. 11/SM/2026. The submission positions Susten as one of India's largest renewable IPPs alongside Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Board, a 40% platform investor managing C$266 billion in AUM, and co-sponsors of India's largest renewable InvIT, Sustainable Energy Infra Trust with approximately Rs. 6,900 crore AUM on NSE. Susten frames its inputs around the Government of India's 500 GW renewable energy target for 2030. Details
NEWS UPDATE: PROJECT AWARDS & CAPACITY ADDITION
May 28:
WORK ORDERS & SUPPLY CONTRACTS
8PFC divests NERGS III Siang Basin Transmission SPV for Rs. 19.7 crore to Dineshchandra R. Agarwal Infracon
Power Finance Corporation Limited completed the transfer of NERGS III Siang Basin Transmission Limited — a subsidiary of its subsidiary PFC Consulting Limited — to Dineshchandra R. Agarwal Infracon Private Limited on May 26, 2026. The consideration under the Share Purchase Agreement stood at Rs. 19,70,61,135. The transaction does not fall within related-party transactions and is not in the nature of a slump sale, forming part of PFC's ongoing divestment of transmission SPVs.
8Punjab State Power Corporation awards NIRL a 2 GW renewable energy package plus 3,300 MWh BESS
NLC India Renewables Limited secured a major 2 GW renewable energy project plus 3,300 MWh BESS tender from PSPCL, with similar contracts also won across NHPC, GUVNL, SECI, NCRTC, TNGECL and NTPC, as disclosed in NLC India's investor presentation for FY2026. NLC India also disclosed two new Joint Ventures — NIRL-NCRTC and NIRL-MAHAPREIT — focused on renewable energy supply to urban transit systems.
8PSPCL takes up procurement of 745.2 MU short-term power for June–September 2026, seeks BoD approval details
The Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission in its order dated May 27, 2026 in Petition No. 44 of 2026 took up PSPCL's petition seeking tariff adoption for procurement of 745.2 MUs of short-term round-the-clock power for June 1 to September 30, 2026. The Commission directed PSPCL to submit Board of Directors' approval for the procurement decided by its Short Term Power Purchase Committee on May 13, 2026 under Tender Enquiry No. PPR-10/2026.
8GACL floats EOI for up to 100 MW wind-solar hybrid plant at Dahej under SPV mode for captive use
Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Limited has invited Expressions of Interest from renewable energy developers to set up up to 100 MW of wind-solar hybrid capacity for captive use at its Dahej complex under the SPV group captive mode. The HT consumer with 160,000 KVA contract demand adds to GACL's existing Dahej renewable fleet of 62.5 MW windfarms and 14 MW and 37.5 MW solar projects. Bidders must have been incorporated before March 31, 2021 with over 500 MW of commissioned RE capacity.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8UPERC adopts Rs. 2.20–2.99/unit tariff and approves 22 PPAs for 60.5 MW solar under PM-KUSUM C-2 feeder solarisation
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission adopted the competitively-discovered tariff and approved 22 Power Purchase Agreements for 60.5 MW of grid-connected solar power under the RESCO mode of Component C-2 of the PM KUSUM Scheme. Tariffs discovered through bidding under RfS No. 03/UPNEDA-PM KUSUM-C2/FLS/2024 range from Rs. 2.20 to Rs. 2.99 per unit, targeting a cumulative 2,553.5 MW connected to segregated agriculture feeders.
8PSERC admits PSPCL's short-term power procurement petition; queries BoD approval and trading margins of PTC India, NVVN, JSW Power Trading
The Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission in Petition No. 44 of 2026 directed PSPCL to clarify whether prices quoted by bidders PTC India, NVVN, JSW Power Trading and MPL are inclusive of trading margins, and to submit BoD approval for procurement decided on May 13, 2026. The petition covers 745.2 MUs of round-the-clock short-term power for June through September 2026 under Tender Enquiry No. PPR-10/2026.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8NTPC Green Energy's 1,200 MW Khavda-II solar project fully commissioned; group capacity now 10,621 MW
NTPC Renewable Energy Limited declared commercial operation of the final 105 MW eighth tranche of its 1,200 MW Khavda-II Solar PV Project in Gujarat effective 00:00 hrs on May 28, 2026. With this milestone, NTPC Green Energy Limited Group's total installed capacity rises from 10,516.40 MW to 10,621.40 MW. The completion of all eight tranches marks the full commissioning of one of India's largest individual solar projects to date.
8BCCL's 2.0 MTPA Bhojudih coal washery goes commercial, boosting coking coal supply to the steel sector
Bharat Coking Coal Limited announced commencement of commercial operations at its new 2.0 MTPA Bhojudih Coal Washery effective May 26, 2026. The three-product medium coking coal washery, constructed under a Build, Operate and Maintain model, deploys Heavy Media Cyclone, Spiral Concentrator and Froth Flotation technologies. The facility is designed to supply washed coking coal to India's steel sector, strengthening domestic metallurgical coal processing capacity.
8ACME Solar commissions additional 34.6 MW / 155.5 MWh BESS at Bikaner, Rajasthan, pushing cumulative capacity to 245.5 MW / 1,103 MWh
ACME Solar Holdings Limited, through its wholly owned subsidiary ACME Surya Power Private Limited, commissioned an additional 34.598 MW / 155.493 MWh Battery Energy Storage System in Village Jaimalsar, Bikaner, Rajasthan on May 27, 2026, with COD set for May 29, 2026. The addition raises ACME Surya Power's cumulative commissioned BESS capacity to 245.536 MW / 1,103.392 MWh, marking a significant scale-up of grid-scale storage capacity in western Rajasthan.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8Coal India promoter exercises oversubscription option; government to sell up to 2% stake worth ~2x base offer size
The Ministry of Coal, acting on behalf of the President of India as promoter of Coal India Limited, exercised the oversubscription option in its Offer for Sale, adding a further 61,627,283 equity shares (1.00% of total paid-up equity) beyond the base offer of 61,627,283 shares (1.00%). The combined offer covers up to 123,254,566 shares representing 2.00% of Coal India's paid-up equity capital. The OFS was conducted on May 27, 2026 for non-retail investors, with retail investors eligible on May 29, 2026.
8Premier Energies promoter group sells 2.41 crore shares (5.33%) in BSE/NSE transaction; pre-disposal holding at 63.94%
Surenderpal Singh Saluja and three family members forming the Promoter and Promoter Group of Premier Energies Limited disclosed disposal of 2,41,29,527 equity shares representing 5.33% of paid-up equity capital under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI SAST Regulations, 2011. Prior to the transaction, the promoter group held 28,96,26,031 shares equivalent to 63.94% of total paid-up capital, with no shares under pledge or encumbrance. The filing was submitted simultaneously to BSE, NSE and the target company on May 27, 2026. Details
8PFC divests NERGS III Siang Basin Transmission SPV for Rs. 19.7 crore to Dineshchandra R. Agarwal Infracon
Power Finance Corporation Limited completed the transfer of NERGS III Siang Basin Transmission Limited — a subsidiary of its subsidiary PFC Consulting Limited — to Dineshchandra R. Agarwal Infracon Private Limited on May 26, 2026. The consideration under the Share Purchase Agreement stood at Rs. 19,70,61,135. The transaction does not fall within related-party transactions and is not in the nature of a slump sale, forming part of PFC's ongoing divestment of transmission SPVs.
8Punjab State Power Corporation awards NIRL a 2 GW renewable energy package plus 3,300 MWh BESS
NLC India Renewables Limited secured a major 2 GW renewable energy project plus 3,300 MWh BESS tender from PSPCL, with similar contracts also won across NHPC, GUVNL, SECI, NCRTC, TNGECL and NTPC, as disclosed in NLC India's investor presentation for FY2026. NLC India also disclosed two new Joint Ventures — NIRL-NCRTC and NIRL-MAHAPREIT — focused on renewable energy supply to urban transit systems.
8PSPCL takes up procurement of 745.2 MU short-term power for June–September 2026, seeks BoD approval details
The Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission in its order dated May 27, 2026 in Petition No. 44 of 2026 took up PSPCL's petition seeking tariff adoption for procurement of 745.2 MUs of short-term round-the-clock power for June 1 to September 30, 2026. The Commission directed PSPCL to submit Board of Directors' approval for the procurement decided by its Short Term Power Purchase Committee on May 13, 2026 under Tender Enquiry No. PPR-10/2026.
8GACL floats EOI for up to 100 MW wind-solar hybrid plant at Dahej under SPV mode for captive use
Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Limited has invited Expressions of Interest from renewable energy developers to set up up to 100 MW of wind-solar hybrid capacity for captive use at its Dahej complex under the SPV group captive mode. The HT consumer with 160,000 KVA contract demand adds to GACL's existing Dahej renewable fleet of 62.5 MW windfarms and 14 MW and 37.5 MW solar projects. Bidders must have been incorporated before March 31, 2021 with over 500 MW of commissioned RE capacity.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8UPERC adopts Rs. 2.20–2.99/unit tariff and approves 22 PPAs for 60.5 MW solar under PM-KUSUM C-2 feeder solarisation
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission adopted the competitively-discovered tariff and approved 22 Power Purchase Agreements for 60.5 MW of grid-connected solar power under the RESCO mode of Component C-2 of the PM KUSUM Scheme. Tariffs discovered through bidding under RfS No. 03/UPNEDA-PM KUSUM-C2/FLS/2024 range from Rs. 2.20 to Rs. 2.99 per unit, targeting a cumulative 2,553.5 MW connected to segregated agriculture feeders.
8PSERC admits PSPCL's short-term power procurement petition; queries BoD approval and trading margins of PTC India, NVVN, JSW Power Trading
The Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission in Petition No. 44 of 2026 directed PSPCL to clarify whether prices quoted by bidders PTC India, NVVN, JSW Power Trading and MPL are inclusive of trading margins, and to submit BoD approval for procurement decided on May 13, 2026. The petition covers 745.2 MUs of round-the-clock short-term power for June through September 2026 under Tender Enquiry No. PPR-10/2026.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8NTPC Green Energy's 1,200 MW Khavda-II solar project fully commissioned; group capacity now 10,621 MW
NTPC Renewable Energy Limited declared commercial operation of the final 105 MW eighth tranche of its 1,200 MW Khavda-II Solar PV Project in Gujarat effective 00:00 hrs on May 28, 2026. With this milestone, NTPC Green Energy Limited Group's total installed capacity rises from 10,516.40 MW to 10,621.40 MW. The completion of all eight tranches marks the full commissioning of one of India's largest individual solar projects to date.
8BCCL's 2.0 MTPA Bhojudih coal washery goes commercial, boosting coking coal supply to the steel sector
Bharat Coking Coal Limited announced commencement of commercial operations at its new 2.0 MTPA Bhojudih Coal Washery effective May 26, 2026. The three-product medium coking coal washery, constructed under a Build, Operate and Maintain model, deploys Heavy Media Cyclone, Spiral Concentrator and Froth Flotation technologies. The facility is designed to supply washed coking coal to India's steel sector, strengthening domestic metallurgical coal processing capacity.
8ACME Solar commissions additional 34.6 MW / 155.5 MWh BESS at Bikaner, Rajasthan, pushing cumulative capacity to 245.5 MW / 1,103 MWh
ACME Solar Holdings Limited, through its wholly owned subsidiary ACME Surya Power Private Limited, commissioned an additional 34.598 MW / 155.493 MWh Battery Energy Storage System in Village Jaimalsar, Bikaner, Rajasthan on May 27, 2026, with COD set for May 29, 2026. The addition raises ACME Surya Power's cumulative commissioned BESS capacity to 245.536 MW / 1,103.392 MWh, marking a significant scale-up of grid-scale storage capacity in western Rajasthan.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8Coal India promoter exercises oversubscription option; government to sell up to 2% stake worth ~2x base offer size
The Ministry of Coal, acting on behalf of the President of India as promoter of Coal India Limited, exercised the oversubscription option in its Offer for Sale, adding a further 61,627,283 equity shares (1.00% of total paid-up equity) beyond the base offer of 61,627,283 shares (1.00%). The combined offer covers up to 123,254,566 shares representing 2.00% of Coal India's paid-up equity capital. The OFS was conducted on May 27, 2026 for non-retail investors, with retail investors eligible on May 29, 2026.
8Premier Energies promoter group sells 2.41 crore shares (5.33%) in BSE/NSE transaction; pre-disposal holding at 63.94%
Surenderpal Singh Saluja and three family members forming the Promoter and Promoter Group of Premier Energies Limited disclosed disposal of 2,41,29,527 equity shares representing 5.33% of paid-up equity capital under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI SAST Regulations, 2011. Prior to the transaction, the promoter group held 28,96,26,031 shares equivalent to 63.94% of total paid-up capital, with no shares under pledge or encumbrance. The filing was submitted simultaneously to BSE, NSE and the target company on May 27, 2026. Details
NEWS UPDATE: TARIFF & REGULATORY ORDERS
May 28:
COMMISSION ORDERS (CERC/SERC)
8UPERC approves UPPCL procurement of 511 MW Bhutan hydro from Khorlochhu at Rs. 6.75/unit for 30 years from 2030
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, by order dated May 27, 2026 in Petition No. 2294 of 2025, approved UPPCL's procurement of 511 MW hydro power from the 600 MW Khorlochhu Hydro Power Station in Bhutan through Tata Power Trading Company Limited, starting May 1, 2030 for 30 years. The firm tariff is Rs. 6.75/kWh at the Indo-Bhutan periphery, comprising a busbar levelized tariff of Rs. 6.47/kWh plus Rs. 0.28/kWh transmission charges, with no annual escalation.
8TNERC approves Rs. 1,545.14 crore additional tariff subsidy to TNPDCL for 200-unit bimonthly free-power expansion
By Order No. 5 of 2026 dated May 26, 2026, TNERC approved an additional tariff subsidy to TNPDCL following Tamil Nadu G.O.(Ms) No. 50 dated May 10, 2026, which raised free electricity to 200 units bimonthly for domestic consumers consuming up to 500 units bimonthly. Against the government's commitment of Rs. 1,730 crore per annum, TNPDCL's provisional subsidy works out to Rs. 1,545.14 crore for the 326 days from May 10, 2026 to March 31, 2027.
8TNERC dismisses HCL Technologies' plea in M.P. No. 25 of 2025 seeking IT-enabled tariff re-classification
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission on May 26, 2026 dismissed Miscellaneous Petition No. 25 of 2025 filed by HCL Technologies Limited against CMD/TNPDCL. The bench held HCL's prayer for quashing paragraph 9.11.7.2 of T.P. No. 3 of 2010 and inclusion of IT-enabled services under paragraph 9.11.2 of the same tariff order 'not sustainable,' and ordered the petition dismissed without costs.
8HERC orders joint NISE-led simulation study to fix DC:AC ratio in Amplus 50 MW Khanak solar tariff remand
The Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission in its interim order dated May 27, 2026 directed HPPC and Amplus to agree within one week on two independent agencies — one of which must be the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) — to jointly conduct two simulation studies determining the appropriate DC:AC ratio for the 50 MW Amplus Sun Solutions solar project at Khanak, Tosham, Bhiwani. The matter flows from APTEL's judgment dated February 13, 2026 and was listed next for June 10, 2026.
8HERC adjourns HPPC's 495 MW solar procurement plan at Rs. 2.86–2.97/kWh, seeks revised proposal by 2 June 2026
The Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission by interim order dated May 27, 2026 adjourned HPPC's plea seeking PPA approval and tariff adoption for 495 MW of solar power from seven developers at Rs. 2.86 to Rs. 2.97 per kWh, discovered through competitive bidding under RfS No. 123/HPPC/Solar/LTP-III/500MW/T-2. The Commission directed HPPC to file a revised proposal by June 2, 2026 amid pending re-negotiation with bidders, and listed the case for June 4, 2026.
8GERC floats tariff discussion paper proposing Rs. 5.45/kWh net tariff for sub-5 MW small hydro and Rs. 4.33/kWh for 5–25 MW projects
The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission released a 59-page discussion paper on tariff for small hydro power projects in Gujarat, proposing a 40-year project life and a control period from June 2022 to March 2031. For projects below 5 MW, GERC proposes a net levelised tariff of Rs. 5.45/kWh after an accelerated depreciation benefit of Rs. 0.42/kWh, and Rs. 4.33/kWh net for 5–25 MW projects, with O&M charges escalated at 5.72% per annum.
8MnERC approves MSPCL's Rs. 87.86 crore transmission ARR for FY 2026-27 at Rs. 0.79/kWh on 1,108.79 MU
Manipur State Power Company Limited published the public notice of transmission tariff approved by the Manipur Electricity Regulatory Commission for FY 2026-27, applicable from May 1, 2026. The Commission approved an Annual Revenue Requirement of Rs. 87.86 crore, monthly transmission tariff of Rs. 732.18 lakh per month on a transmission capacity of 292 MW, and 1,108.79 MU of net energy approved at the state-level periphery, yielding a transmission tariff of Rs. 0.79 per kWh.
8TNERC issues draft forecasting & scheduling regulations for wind, solar and hybrid generators, inviting comments by 11 June 2026
TNERC at Guindy, Chennai, notified Draft Notification No. TNERC/DSM/Wind & Solar/21-3/2026 dated May 27, 2026, covering the Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (Forecasting, Scheduling and Deviation Settlement and Related Matters for Wind, Solar and Hybrid Generation with or without ESS) Regulations, 2026. The 11,601-word draft proposes to amend the 2024 framework under Section 181 of the Electricity Act, 2003. Stakeholder objections must be filed with the TNERC Secretary by June 11, 2026.
8Rajasthan discoms set FPPAS at 4.85% for March 2026 consumption, to be billed in June 2026 per RERC tariff order
Jaipur, Jodhpur and Ajmer discoms computed the Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge at 4.85% for the consumption month of March 2026, to be recovered in June 2026 billing. Total units procured were 9,631.29 million kWh, with an incremental APPC of Rs. 0.29/kWh and an Average Billing Rate of Rs. 7.49/kWh under the FY 2025-26 tariff order dated October 3, 2025, against an approved APPC including transmission charges of Rs. 4.85/kWh.
OMBUDSMAN & CONSUMER GRIEVANCE
8Chhattisgarh Electricity Ombudsman dismisses stone-crusher industry's HT-tariff challenge for January–June 2025 billing
In Appeal Case No. 24/2026, the Chhattisgarh Electricity Ombudsman at Raipur dismissed the appeal of M/s Balaji & Sons against CSPDCL. The Ombudsman upheld the Bilaspur Vidyut Forum's November 6, 2025 order that the 200 HP stone-crusher connection, upgraded from 150 HP under a January 10, 2025 agreement, must be billed at HT tariff for January 2025 to June 2025 rather than the LT-5 tariff of Rs. 150/kW/month plus Rs. 6.80/kWh.
8BRPL March 2026 accident report records zero monthly accidents but year-cumulative 18 outside fatalities and 14 non-fatal cases
BSES Rajdhani Power Limited's Fatal and Non-Fatal Accident Report for March 2026 recorded zero accidents during the month but year-to-date cumulative outside totals of 18 fatal-human and 14 non-fatal-human accidents for FY 2025-26. The accompanying complaint-attendance report shows 9,121 LV-supply continuous-failure complaints fully resolved, 7,718 LV more-than-100-consumer failure complaints closed, and 39 burnt or stolen meter replacement complaints still pending.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8APTEL orders DERC to begin liquidating Rs. 38,552 crore of Delhi discom regulatory assets from 16 June 2026
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity on May 27, 2026, in Review Petitions Nos. 7 and 8 of 2026, directed DERC to commence liquidating regulatory assets of the Delhi distribution companies — tentatively quantified at Rs. 38,552 crore — from June 16, 2026. While granting DERC time until June 30, 2026 to pass the FY 2023-24 true-up order, the Tribunal rejected DERC's plea to defer liquidation to July 1, 2026, observing that the process could take several years and must begin at the earliest in the interest of consumers.
8APTEL dismisses India Cements, Chemplast Sanmar and TASMA appeals against TNERC tariff orders citing delays of up to 5,057 days
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity on May 27, 2026 dismissed seven condonation-of-delay applications filed by high-tension captive consumers of TNPDCL — including India Cements Ltd., Chemplast Sanmar group companies and the Tamil Nadu Spinning Mills Association — challenging TNERC tariff orders dating back to 2012, 2013 and 2017. Delays were found enormous and unexplained, reaching 5,057 days for TASMA's challenge to the 2012 order, and the appeals were held time-barred under the Limitation Act, 1963.
8UPERC admits UPPTCL's Rs. 4,285.69 crore plan for 25 transmission schemes, lists hearing for 25 June 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission admitted Petition No. 2383 of 2026 filed by UPPTCL seeking approval for 25 transmission schemes — 10 in Deposit, 12 in RTM and 3 in TBCB mode — at an estimated cost of Rs. 4,285.69 crore, of which Rs. 1,888.08 crore is in RTM mode. The Commission's notice dated May 25, 2026, requires UPPTCL to appear for hearing at Vidyut Niyamak Bhawan, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow on June 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM.
8WBPDCL files Rs. 2,014 crore petition for 200 MW floating solar plus 80 MW BESS at Bakreswar reservoir
WBPDCL filed Case No. OA-543/25-26 before the West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission seeking in-principle investment approval for a 200 MW (AC) Floating Solar PV project paired with an 80 MW x 4-hour BESS at the Bakreswar reservoir in Birbhum district, at an estimated cost of Rs. 2,01,400 lakh. The 18-month project is scheduled from July 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027. Funding will be 70% from the Asian Development Bank. The levelized power cost is pegged at Rs. 5.98 per kWh.
8CERC petition 11/SM/2026: ACME Solar backs GNA-LoA mechanism as 'balanced and well-considered' reform
ACME Solar Holdings, in its May 11, 2026 submission to CERC on Petition No. 11/SM/2026, described the draft order dated May 6, 2026 as a balanced effort to address stranded connectivity arising from large numbers of LoAs not converted into PPAs within 12 months. The 11-page commentary endorsed the Commission's objective of optimal utilisation of scarce transmission capacity while flagging practical safeguards for genuine developers facing REIA-related delays.
8InWEA warns CERC against penalising bona fide wind developers, opposes 'deemed surrender' of active LoAs in petition 11/SM/2026
The Indian Wind Energy Association in its 18-page, 7,996-word commentary urged CERC to ensure that the mechanism in Petition No. 11/SM/2026 does not treat all LoA-based delays as developer default. InWEA argued that PPA or PSA execution delays after transparent government REIA bids are beyond the developer's control, and that connectivity should not be deemed surrendered where the LoA has not been formally cancelled by the REIA or the Government.
8Prayas Energy Group calls for tighter mechanism on legacy LoAs without PPA after 16 April 2026 MoP office memorandum
Prayas (Energy Group) in a 5,679-word commentary dated May 21, 2026 examined CERC's interim order dated May 6, 2026 in Petition No. 11/SM/2026 on the mechanism for GNA connectivity for legacy LoAs without any PPA. The Pune-based think-tank traced the issue back to the November 2025 CERC staff paper, noted the Ministry of Power's April 16, 2026 Office Memorandum that informed the interim order, and offered detailed recommendations on the proposed exit, surrender and reallocation options.
8MNRE flags concerns on performance-BG requirement and connectivity-retention conditions in CERC petition 11/SM/2026
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, in its 4-page, 912-word draft comments on the CERC draft order dated May 6, 2026, flagged provisions under Option-I — particularly the requirement of an additional Performance Bank Guarantee. MNRE argued that the BG requirement and other connectivity-retention conditions in the mechanism for GNA-based LoA connectivity unsigned beyond 12 months need re-examination so as not to penalise bona-fide developers operating within the REIA-led bidding architecture.
8UPERC defers Bajaj Energy's late-payment-surcharge claim against UPPCL pending Member (Law) appointment
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission in its order dated May 27, 2026 in Petition No. 2265 of 2025 deferred Bajaj Energy Private Limited's plea seeking directions to UPPCL for payment of Late Payment Surcharge on invoices under the PPA dated December 10, 2010. Although pleadings were complete, the Commission observed that the matter is adjudicatory under Section 86(1)(f) of the Electricity Act, 2003, making the presence of a Member (Law) in the quorum mandatory. The next hearing date will be intimated only upon the Member (Law)'s joining.
8ReNew backs CERC's connectivity reform citing its ~20 GW pan-India renewable portfolio in petition 11/SM/2026
ReNew Private Limited, one of India's largest renewable producers with an aggregated portfolio of roughly 20 GW including more than 10 GW of operational capacity, on May 21, 2026 filed an 8-page, 10,390-word commentary with CERC on the draft order in Petition No. 11/SM/2026. The detailed submission offers recommendations to balance discipline in scarce ISTS connectivity with continuity for projects with PPA-signing visibility, anchored in ReNew's status as the first Indian renewable company to be listed on a global exchange.
8TNPDCL objects to all three options in CERC petition 11/SM/2026 as inconsistent with GNA regulations and consumer interest
Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited filed a 1,618-word commentary with CERC on the draft order in Petition No. 11/SM/2026, reiterating that proposed Options I, II and III for treatment of connectivity where PPAs are unsigned beyond 12 months from LoA issuance are 'fundamentally inconsistent' with GNA Regulations, prudent transmission-planning principles, consumer interest and the Electricity Act. TNPDCL first raised this objection at the Staff Paper stage. Details
8UPERC approves UPPCL procurement of 511 MW Bhutan hydro from Khorlochhu at Rs. 6.75/unit for 30 years from 2030
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, by order dated May 27, 2026 in Petition No. 2294 of 2025, approved UPPCL's procurement of 511 MW hydro power from the 600 MW Khorlochhu Hydro Power Station in Bhutan through Tata Power Trading Company Limited, starting May 1, 2030 for 30 years. The firm tariff is Rs. 6.75/kWh at the Indo-Bhutan periphery, comprising a busbar levelized tariff of Rs. 6.47/kWh plus Rs. 0.28/kWh transmission charges, with no annual escalation.
8TNERC approves Rs. 1,545.14 crore additional tariff subsidy to TNPDCL for 200-unit bimonthly free-power expansion
By Order No. 5 of 2026 dated May 26, 2026, TNERC approved an additional tariff subsidy to TNPDCL following Tamil Nadu G.O.(Ms) No. 50 dated May 10, 2026, which raised free electricity to 200 units bimonthly for domestic consumers consuming up to 500 units bimonthly. Against the government's commitment of Rs. 1,730 crore per annum, TNPDCL's provisional subsidy works out to Rs. 1,545.14 crore for the 326 days from May 10, 2026 to March 31, 2027.
8TNERC dismisses HCL Technologies' plea in M.P. No. 25 of 2025 seeking IT-enabled tariff re-classification
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission on May 26, 2026 dismissed Miscellaneous Petition No. 25 of 2025 filed by HCL Technologies Limited against CMD/TNPDCL. The bench held HCL's prayer for quashing paragraph 9.11.7.2 of T.P. No. 3 of 2010 and inclusion of IT-enabled services under paragraph 9.11.2 of the same tariff order 'not sustainable,' and ordered the petition dismissed without costs.
8HERC orders joint NISE-led simulation study to fix DC:AC ratio in Amplus 50 MW Khanak solar tariff remand
The Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission in its interim order dated May 27, 2026 directed HPPC and Amplus to agree within one week on two independent agencies — one of which must be the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) — to jointly conduct two simulation studies determining the appropriate DC:AC ratio for the 50 MW Amplus Sun Solutions solar project at Khanak, Tosham, Bhiwani. The matter flows from APTEL's judgment dated February 13, 2026 and was listed next for June 10, 2026.
8HERC adjourns HPPC's 495 MW solar procurement plan at Rs. 2.86–2.97/kWh, seeks revised proposal by 2 June 2026
The Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission by interim order dated May 27, 2026 adjourned HPPC's plea seeking PPA approval and tariff adoption for 495 MW of solar power from seven developers at Rs. 2.86 to Rs. 2.97 per kWh, discovered through competitive bidding under RfS No. 123/HPPC/Solar/LTP-III/500MW/T-2. The Commission directed HPPC to file a revised proposal by June 2, 2026 amid pending re-negotiation with bidders, and listed the case for June 4, 2026.
8GERC floats tariff discussion paper proposing Rs. 5.45/kWh net tariff for sub-5 MW small hydro and Rs. 4.33/kWh for 5–25 MW projects
The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission released a 59-page discussion paper on tariff for small hydro power projects in Gujarat, proposing a 40-year project life and a control period from June 2022 to March 2031. For projects below 5 MW, GERC proposes a net levelised tariff of Rs. 5.45/kWh after an accelerated depreciation benefit of Rs. 0.42/kWh, and Rs. 4.33/kWh net for 5–25 MW projects, with O&M charges escalated at 5.72% per annum.
8MnERC approves MSPCL's Rs. 87.86 crore transmission ARR for FY 2026-27 at Rs. 0.79/kWh on 1,108.79 MU
Manipur State Power Company Limited published the public notice of transmission tariff approved by the Manipur Electricity Regulatory Commission for FY 2026-27, applicable from May 1, 2026. The Commission approved an Annual Revenue Requirement of Rs. 87.86 crore, monthly transmission tariff of Rs. 732.18 lakh per month on a transmission capacity of 292 MW, and 1,108.79 MU of net energy approved at the state-level periphery, yielding a transmission tariff of Rs. 0.79 per kWh.
8TNERC issues draft forecasting & scheduling regulations for wind, solar and hybrid generators, inviting comments by 11 June 2026
TNERC at Guindy, Chennai, notified Draft Notification No. TNERC/DSM/Wind & Solar/21-3/2026 dated May 27, 2026, covering the Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (Forecasting, Scheduling and Deviation Settlement and Related Matters for Wind, Solar and Hybrid Generation with or without ESS) Regulations, 2026. The 11,601-word draft proposes to amend the 2024 framework under Section 181 of the Electricity Act, 2003. Stakeholder objections must be filed with the TNERC Secretary by June 11, 2026.
8Rajasthan discoms set FPPAS at 4.85% for March 2026 consumption, to be billed in June 2026 per RERC tariff order
Jaipur, Jodhpur and Ajmer discoms computed the Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge at 4.85% for the consumption month of March 2026, to be recovered in June 2026 billing. Total units procured were 9,631.29 million kWh, with an incremental APPC of Rs. 0.29/kWh and an Average Billing Rate of Rs. 7.49/kWh under the FY 2025-26 tariff order dated October 3, 2025, against an approved APPC including transmission charges of Rs. 4.85/kWh.
OMBUDSMAN & CONSUMER GRIEVANCE
8Chhattisgarh Electricity Ombudsman dismisses stone-crusher industry's HT-tariff challenge for January–June 2025 billing
In Appeal Case No. 24/2026, the Chhattisgarh Electricity Ombudsman at Raipur dismissed the appeal of M/s Balaji & Sons against CSPDCL. The Ombudsman upheld the Bilaspur Vidyut Forum's November 6, 2025 order that the 200 HP stone-crusher connection, upgraded from 150 HP under a January 10, 2025 agreement, must be billed at HT tariff for January 2025 to June 2025 rather than the LT-5 tariff of Rs. 150/kW/month plus Rs. 6.80/kWh.
8BRPL March 2026 accident report records zero monthly accidents but year-cumulative 18 outside fatalities and 14 non-fatal cases
BSES Rajdhani Power Limited's Fatal and Non-Fatal Accident Report for March 2026 recorded zero accidents during the month but year-to-date cumulative outside totals of 18 fatal-human and 14 non-fatal-human accidents for FY 2025-26. The accompanying complaint-attendance report shows 9,121 LV-supply continuous-failure complaints fully resolved, 7,718 LV more-than-100-consumer failure complaints closed, and 39 burnt or stolen meter replacement complaints still pending.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8APTEL orders DERC to begin liquidating Rs. 38,552 crore of Delhi discom regulatory assets from 16 June 2026
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity on May 27, 2026, in Review Petitions Nos. 7 and 8 of 2026, directed DERC to commence liquidating regulatory assets of the Delhi distribution companies — tentatively quantified at Rs. 38,552 crore — from June 16, 2026. While granting DERC time until June 30, 2026 to pass the FY 2023-24 true-up order, the Tribunal rejected DERC's plea to defer liquidation to July 1, 2026, observing that the process could take several years and must begin at the earliest in the interest of consumers.
8APTEL dismisses India Cements, Chemplast Sanmar and TASMA appeals against TNERC tariff orders citing delays of up to 5,057 days
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity on May 27, 2026 dismissed seven condonation-of-delay applications filed by high-tension captive consumers of TNPDCL — including India Cements Ltd., Chemplast Sanmar group companies and the Tamil Nadu Spinning Mills Association — challenging TNERC tariff orders dating back to 2012, 2013 and 2017. Delays were found enormous and unexplained, reaching 5,057 days for TASMA's challenge to the 2012 order, and the appeals were held time-barred under the Limitation Act, 1963.
8UPERC admits UPPTCL's Rs. 4,285.69 crore plan for 25 transmission schemes, lists hearing for 25 June 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission admitted Petition No. 2383 of 2026 filed by UPPTCL seeking approval for 25 transmission schemes — 10 in Deposit, 12 in RTM and 3 in TBCB mode — at an estimated cost of Rs. 4,285.69 crore, of which Rs. 1,888.08 crore is in RTM mode. The Commission's notice dated May 25, 2026, requires UPPTCL to appear for hearing at Vidyut Niyamak Bhawan, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow on June 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM.
8WBPDCL files Rs. 2,014 crore petition for 200 MW floating solar plus 80 MW BESS at Bakreswar reservoir
WBPDCL filed Case No. OA-543/25-26 before the West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission seeking in-principle investment approval for a 200 MW (AC) Floating Solar PV project paired with an 80 MW x 4-hour BESS at the Bakreswar reservoir in Birbhum district, at an estimated cost of Rs. 2,01,400 lakh. The 18-month project is scheduled from July 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027. Funding will be 70% from the Asian Development Bank. The levelized power cost is pegged at Rs. 5.98 per kWh.
8CERC petition 11/SM/2026: ACME Solar backs GNA-LoA mechanism as 'balanced and well-considered' reform
ACME Solar Holdings, in its May 11, 2026 submission to CERC on Petition No. 11/SM/2026, described the draft order dated May 6, 2026 as a balanced effort to address stranded connectivity arising from large numbers of LoAs not converted into PPAs within 12 months. The 11-page commentary endorsed the Commission's objective of optimal utilisation of scarce transmission capacity while flagging practical safeguards for genuine developers facing REIA-related delays.
8InWEA warns CERC against penalising bona fide wind developers, opposes 'deemed surrender' of active LoAs in petition 11/SM/2026
The Indian Wind Energy Association in its 18-page, 7,996-word commentary urged CERC to ensure that the mechanism in Petition No. 11/SM/2026 does not treat all LoA-based delays as developer default. InWEA argued that PPA or PSA execution delays after transparent government REIA bids are beyond the developer's control, and that connectivity should not be deemed surrendered where the LoA has not been formally cancelled by the REIA or the Government.
8Prayas Energy Group calls for tighter mechanism on legacy LoAs without PPA after 16 April 2026 MoP office memorandum
Prayas (Energy Group) in a 5,679-word commentary dated May 21, 2026 examined CERC's interim order dated May 6, 2026 in Petition No. 11/SM/2026 on the mechanism for GNA connectivity for legacy LoAs without any PPA. The Pune-based think-tank traced the issue back to the November 2025 CERC staff paper, noted the Ministry of Power's April 16, 2026 Office Memorandum that informed the interim order, and offered detailed recommendations on the proposed exit, surrender and reallocation options.
8MNRE flags concerns on performance-BG requirement and connectivity-retention conditions in CERC petition 11/SM/2026
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, in its 4-page, 912-word draft comments on the CERC draft order dated May 6, 2026, flagged provisions under Option-I — particularly the requirement of an additional Performance Bank Guarantee. MNRE argued that the BG requirement and other connectivity-retention conditions in the mechanism for GNA-based LoA connectivity unsigned beyond 12 months need re-examination so as not to penalise bona-fide developers operating within the REIA-led bidding architecture.
8UPERC defers Bajaj Energy's late-payment-surcharge claim against UPPCL pending Member (Law) appointment
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission in its order dated May 27, 2026 in Petition No. 2265 of 2025 deferred Bajaj Energy Private Limited's plea seeking directions to UPPCL for payment of Late Payment Surcharge on invoices under the PPA dated December 10, 2010. Although pleadings were complete, the Commission observed that the matter is adjudicatory under Section 86(1)(f) of the Electricity Act, 2003, making the presence of a Member (Law) in the quorum mandatory. The next hearing date will be intimated only upon the Member (Law)'s joining.
8ReNew backs CERC's connectivity reform citing its ~20 GW pan-India renewable portfolio in petition 11/SM/2026
ReNew Private Limited, one of India's largest renewable producers with an aggregated portfolio of roughly 20 GW including more than 10 GW of operational capacity, on May 21, 2026 filed an 8-page, 10,390-word commentary with CERC on the draft order in Petition No. 11/SM/2026. The detailed submission offers recommendations to balance discipline in scarce ISTS connectivity with continuity for projects with PPA-signing visibility, anchored in ReNew's status as the first Indian renewable company to be listed on a global exchange.
8TNPDCL objects to all three options in CERC petition 11/SM/2026 as inconsistent with GNA regulations and consumer interest
Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited filed a 1,618-word commentary with CERC on the draft order in Petition No. 11/SM/2026, reiterating that proposed Options I, II and III for treatment of connectivity where PPAs are unsigned beyond 12 months from LoA issuance are 'fundamentally inconsistent' with GNA Regulations, prudent transmission-planning principles, consumer interest and the Electricity Act. TNPDCL first raised this objection at the Staff Paper stage. Details
NEWS UPDATE: FINANCIAL RESULTS & CORPORATE PERFORMANCE
May 28:
QUARTERLY RESULTS
8HPL Electric & Power crosses Rs. 1,800 crore annual revenue in FY26; Q4 hits record Rs. 519.7 crore, EBITDA up 10.5% YoY
HPL Electric & Power Limited delivered its highest-ever quarterly revenue in Q4 FY26 at Rs. 519.70 crore, crossing Rs. 500 crore for the first time and rising 5.52% YoY. Full-year FY26 revenue stood at Rs. 1,811.10 crore, up 6.52% YoY. EBITDA grew 10.52% to Rs. 281.43 crore with margin expanding 56 basis points to 15.54%. The Wires & Cables segment posted 50% revenue growth. The Board recommended a final dividend of Rs. 1.00 per share.
8Empower India FY26 revenue surges 24% to Rs. 15,337 lakhs; net profit jumps 245% to Rs. 1,801 lakhs
Empower India Limited reported consolidated revenue from operations of Rs. 15,336.70 lakhs for FY26, a 24% YoY increase. Net profit surged 245% to Rs. 1,801.17 lakhs, with Q4 FY26 alone contributing Rs. 1,394.35 lakhs compared to a net loss of Rs. 9.16 lakhs in Q4 FY25. Q4 revenue from operations stood at Rs. 4,430.33 lakhs, representing 175% YoY growth, reflecting a strong operational turnaround.
8Bajel Projects posts Rs. 2,792 crore FY26 revenue, PAT surges 74% to Rs. 27 crore; recommends first-ever dividend of Rs. 0.60 per share
Bajel Projects Limited announced its strongest-ever annual performance since listing, with standalone revenue from operations of Rs. 2,792 crore for FY26. PAT rose 74% YoY to Rs. 27 crore, while EBITDA grew 38% to Rs. 125 crore with margin expanding 100 basis points to 4.4%. Q4 FY26 revenue hit Rs. 1,008 crore, up 26% YoY. The Board recommended a maiden final dividend of Rs. 0.60 per share, subject to shareholder approval.
8Tarapur Transformers reports net loss of Rs. 184.65 lakhs for FY26; balance sheet reserves turn negative at Rs. (2,136) lakhs
Tarapur Transformers Limited posted an audited net loss of Rs. 184.65 lakhs for the year ended March 31, 2026, worsening from a net profit of Rs. 1,615.01 lakhs in FY25 as other income fell sharply and financial costs stayed elevated at Rs. 100.50 lakhs. Reserves excluding revaluation turned deeply negative at Rs. (2,136.21) lakhs. Basic EPS for FY26 stood at Rs. (0.95) per share versus Rs. 8.28 in FY25.
8IL&FS Engineering posts going-concern warning as auditors flag continued losses, eroded net worth and shrinking revenue
IL&FS Engineering and Construction Company Limited released its audited standalone and consolidated results for FY2025-26, carrying a going-concern qualification from statutory auditors M/s M. Bhaskara Rao & Co. Auditors highlighted continued losses, erosion of net worth as at March 31, 2026, and a significant reduction in income from operations, noting the company's ability to continue depends entirely on an unresolved resolution process outside management's control.
ANNUAL RESULTS
8NLC India posts record Rs. 17,490 crore revenue and Rs. 3,769 crore PAT for FY26, backed by highest-ever coal output from Talabira mines
NLC India Limited reported highest-ever group revenue from operations of Rs. 17,490 crore for FY26, representing 14% YoY growth, along with record PAT of Rs. 3,769 crore, up 39% YoY, and highest-ever capex of Rs. 9,131 crore. Coal production and dispatch from Talabira II & III OCP mines hit record levels at 19.14 MT and 17.69 MT respectively. The company added 963 MW of new capacity and crossed 1 GW of total solar capacity for the first time.
8RVPN reports standalone net profit of Rs. 56,220.52 lakhs for FY 2025-26 with Rs. 4,89,994.96 lakhs total income
Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited published its audited financial results for the year ended March 31, 2026, showing total income from operations of Rs. 4,89,994.96 lakhs against Rs. 4,19,840.33 lakhs in FY 2024-25. Profit before tax stood at Rs. 1,24,508.06 lakhs before exceptional items and net profit after tax at Rs. 56,220.52 lakhs. Consolidated total comprehensive income for the year was Rs. 65,633.15 lakhs, with outstanding debt at Rs. 13,66,540.32 lakhs standalone.
DIVIDEND & BOARD DECISIONS
8Bajel Projects raises borrowing limit to Rs. 5,000 crore, appoints Mrs. Pooja Bajaj as non-executive director
At its May 27, 2026 Board meeting, Bajel Projects Limited sought shareholder approval to increase borrowing limits under Section 180(1)(c) of the Companies Act from Rs. 3,500 crore to Rs. 5,000 crore. The Board also approved appointment of Mrs. Pooja Bajaj (DIN 08254455) as an Additional Non-Executive Non-Independent Director effective May 27, 2026, and appointed Ms. Amee Joshi as the new Company Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer, replacing Mr. Ajay Nagle.
8Jaipur discom files limited review of Q4 FY 2025-26 results with auditor N Singhal & Co.; subsidy receivable rises to Rs. 4,764 crore
Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited placed on record the Limited Review of Financial Results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, audited by N Singhal & Co. The review disclosed gross receivables from non-government customers of Rs. 3,453 crore against Rs. 3,515 crore last year, provisions for bad debts falling to Rs. 1,049 crore from Rs. 2,054 crore, and subsidy receivable rising to Rs. 4,764 crore. Share capital stood at Rs. 12,133 crore with an accumulated deficit of Rs. (28,209) crore.
8Coal India hit with Rs. 5.45 lakh BSE fine for non-compliance with board composition rules under SEBI LODR
Coal India Limited disclosed that BSE imposed a fine of Rs. 5,45,160 inclusive of GST for non-compliance with Regulations 17(1), 18(1) and 19(1) & 19(2) of the SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015, pertaining to the composition of the Board, Audit Committee and Nomination & Remuneration Committee for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The Maharatna PSU stated the financial implication is not expected to materially affect operations.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8HDFC Securities raises Hitachi Energy India target to Rs. 31,414 on HVDC pipeline and Rs. 40 bn capex expansion; Q4FY26 revenue up 46% YoY
HDFC Securities upgraded its target price for Hitachi Energy India to Rs. 31,414 per share from Rs. 22,892, retaining an ADD rating, after Q4FY26 revenue came in at Rs. 27.5 billion, up 46.2% YoY, with EBITDA at Rs. 4.2 billion and 15.1% margin. The order book stood at Rs. 295.6 billion as of March 2026, up 53% YoY. Hitachi Energy India doubled its capex plan to Rs. 40 billion, including a new greenfield large power transformer facility in Karjan, Vadodara.
8KEC International targets 12–15% FY27 revenue growth on Rs. 400 bn order book; analyst retains Accumulate at Rs. 558 target
An analyst meet report on KEC International confirmed management guidance of 12–15% revenue growth for FY27 with targeted order inflows of approximately Rs. 300 billion, supported by a strong order book of approximately Rs. 400 billion offering around 8 quarters of revenue visibility. FY27E EBITDA is estimated at Rs. 18,425 million with EPS at Rs. 27.4. The analyst maintained an Accumulate rating with a Rs. 558 target at 14x Mar'28E PE. At least two HVDC projects are expected to be awarded in FY27.
8NTPC Q4 FY26 earnings call: coal inventory at ~18 days comfort; 18% captive coal meets fuel security target
NTPC Limited hosted its Q4 FY26 Earnings Conference Call on May 23, 2026, with Director (Finance) Jaikumar Srinivasan leading. Management highlighted coal inventory across power stations at approximately 18 days, ensuring generation stability, and noted that nearly 18% of total coal requirements are met from captive mines, insulating operations from market price volatility. The ongoing West Asia geopolitical situation is not expected to have material operational impact given NTPC's limited gas dependence.
8NLC India releases investor presentation for Q4 FY2025-26; audio recording of institutional investors meet now available
NLC India Limited submitted its investor presentation and made available the audio recording of its Q4 FY2025-26 Institutional Investors Meet held at Mumbai on May 27, 2026. The presentation covers NLC India's 70-year operational history, FY26 financial and operational highlights, and ESG performance, underpinned by highest-ever group revenue of Rs. 17,490 crore and record PAT of Rs. 3,769 crore. The recording is accessible at the company's website investor section.
8HPL Electric & Power submits earnings presentation ahead of investor call; Wires & Cables up 50%, smart metering shows Q4 recovery
HPL Electric & Power Limited submitted an earnings presentation for Q4 and FY26 to stock exchanges, detailing how FY26 revenue crossed Rs. 1,800 crore and how Wires & Cables emerged as a second core growth engine with 50% revenue growth. Q4 FY26 revenue hit a record Rs. 519.70 crore. Smart Metering showed sequential recovery in Q4, positioning the segment for improvement. EBITDA margin expanded to 15.54% on improved product mix and pricing discipline.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICRA reaffirms [ICRA]AAA on IndiGrid's Rs. 13,290 crore debt as InvIT's AUM reaches Rs. 33,815 crore
ICRA on May 27, 2026 reaffirmed [ICRA]AAA (Stable) and [ICRA]A1+ ratings across IndiGrid Infrastructure Trust's instruments totalling Rs. 13,290 crore, including Rs. 10,790 crore of NCDs, a Rs. 950 crore term loan, and Rs. 500 crore commercial paper. The KKR-sponsored InvIT's AUM stood at Rs. 33,815 crore as on March 31, 2026, comprising 19 operational transmission projects across 20 states, 1,155 MWac of solar capacity, and two BESS projects of 400 MWh.
8ICRA upgrades Talwandi Sabo Power to [ICRA]AA- as Vedanta demerger adds 2,200 MW of power assets to Rs. 1,400 crore portfolio
ICRA on May 27, 2026 upgraded Talwandi Sabo Power Limited to [ICRA]AA- (Stable) from [ICRA]A+, citing portfolio diversification under the Vedanta group demerger that added 600 MW at Jharsuguda, 600 MW at Athena Chhattisgarh and 1,000 MW at Meenakshi to existing PPAs. Tied-up PPAs now cover 74% of capacity across Punjab, Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh. The company is to be rechristened Vedanta Power Limited.
8ICRA keeps Bhadreshwar Vidyut's Rs. 2,062.40 crore facilities at [ICRA]D in 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category
ICRA on May 27, 2026 continued the [ICRA]D rating on Rs. 2,062.40 crore bank facilities of Bhadreshwar Vidyut Private Limited — comprising a Rs. 135 crore cash credit, Rs. 1,497.40 crore term loan and Rs. 430 crore non-fund-based limits — under the 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category. The company operates a 300 MW coal-based plant in Kutch, Gujarat, which faced delays against its scheduled February 2013 COD due to litigation over coastal regulatory zone clearance. Details
8HPL Electric & Power crosses Rs. 1,800 crore annual revenue in FY26; Q4 hits record Rs. 519.7 crore, EBITDA up 10.5% YoY
HPL Electric & Power Limited delivered its highest-ever quarterly revenue in Q4 FY26 at Rs. 519.70 crore, crossing Rs. 500 crore for the first time and rising 5.52% YoY. Full-year FY26 revenue stood at Rs. 1,811.10 crore, up 6.52% YoY. EBITDA grew 10.52% to Rs. 281.43 crore with margin expanding 56 basis points to 15.54%. The Wires & Cables segment posted 50% revenue growth. The Board recommended a final dividend of Rs. 1.00 per share.
8Empower India FY26 revenue surges 24% to Rs. 15,337 lakhs; net profit jumps 245% to Rs. 1,801 lakhs
Empower India Limited reported consolidated revenue from operations of Rs. 15,336.70 lakhs for FY26, a 24% YoY increase. Net profit surged 245% to Rs. 1,801.17 lakhs, with Q4 FY26 alone contributing Rs. 1,394.35 lakhs compared to a net loss of Rs. 9.16 lakhs in Q4 FY25. Q4 revenue from operations stood at Rs. 4,430.33 lakhs, representing 175% YoY growth, reflecting a strong operational turnaround.
8Bajel Projects posts Rs. 2,792 crore FY26 revenue, PAT surges 74% to Rs. 27 crore; recommends first-ever dividend of Rs. 0.60 per share
Bajel Projects Limited announced its strongest-ever annual performance since listing, with standalone revenue from operations of Rs. 2,792 crore for FY26. PAT rose 74% YoY to Rs. 27 crore, while EBITDA grew 38% to Rs. 125 crore with margin expanding 100 basis points to 4.4%. Q4 FY26 revenue hit Rs. 1,008 crore, up 26% YoY. The Board recommended a maiden final dividend of Rs. 0.60 per share, subject to shareholder approval.
8Tarapur Transformers reports net loss of Rs. 184.65 lakhs for FY26; balance sheet reserves turn negative at Rs. (2,136) lakhs
Tarapur Transformers Limited posted an audited net loss of Rs. 184.65 lakhs for the year ended March 31, 2026, worsening from a net profit of Rs. 1,615.01 lakhs in FY25 as other income fell sharply and financial costs stayed elevated at Rs. 100.50 lakhs. Reserves excluding revaluation turned deeply negative at Rs. (2,136.21) lakhs. Basic EPS for FY26 stood at Rs. (0.95) per share versus Rs. 8.28 in FY25.
8IL&FS Engineering posts going-concern warning as auditors flag continued losses, eroded net worth and shrinking revenue
IL&FS Engineering and Construction Company Limited released its audited standalone and consolidated results for FY2025-26, carrying a going-concern qualification from statutory auditors M/s M. Bhaskara Rao & Co. Auditors highlighted continued losses, erosion of net worth as at March 31, 2026, and a significant reduction in income from operations, noting the company's ability to continue depends entirely on an unresolved resolution process outside management's control.
ANNUAL RESULTS
8NLC India posts record Rs. 17,490 crore revenue and Rs. 3,769 crore PAT for FY26, backed by highest-ever coal output from Talabira mines
NLC India Limited reported highest-ever group revenue from operations of Rs. 17,490 crore for FY26, representing 14% YoY growth, along with record PAT of Rs. 3,769 crore, up 39% YoY, and highest-ever capex of Rs. 9,131 crore. Coal production and dispatch from Talabira II & III OCP mines hit record levels at 19.14 MT and 17.69 MT respectively. The company added 963 MW of new capacity and crossed 1 GW of total solar capacity for the first time.
8RVPN reports standalone net profit of Rs. 56,220.52 lakhs for FY 2025-26 with Rs. 4,89,994.96 lakhs total income
Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited published its audited financial results for the year ended March 31, 2026, showing total income from operations of Rs. 4,89,994.96 lakhs against Rs. 4,19,840.33 lakhs in FY 2024-25. Profit before tax stood at Rs. 1,24,508.06 lakhs before exceptional items and net profit after tax at Rs. 56,220.52 lakhs. Consolidated total comprehensive income for the year was Rs. 65,633.15 lakhs, with outstanding debt at Rs. 13,66,540.32 lakhs standalone.
DIVIDEND & BOARD DECISIONS
8Bajel Projects raises borrowing limit to Rs. 5,000 crore, appoints Mrs. Pooja Bajaj as non-executive director
At its May 27, 2026 Board meeting, Bajel Projects Limited sought shareholder approval to increase borrowing limits under Section 180(1)(c) of the Companies Act from Rs. 3,500 crore to Rs. 5,000 crore. The Board also approved appointment of Mrs. Pooja Bajaj (DIN 08254455) as an Additional Non-Executive Non-Independent Director effective May 27, 2026, and appointed Ms. Amee Joshi as the new Company Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer, replacing Mr. Ajay Nagle.
8Jaipur discom files limited review of Q4 FY 2025-26 results with auditor N Singhal & Co.; subsidy receivable rises to Rs. 4,764 crore
Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited placed on record the Limited Review of Financial Results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, audited by N Singhal & Co. The review disclosed gross receivables from non-government customers of Rs. 3,453 crore against Rs. 3,515 crore last year, provisions for bad debts falling to Rs. 1,049 crore from Rs. 2,054 crore, and subsidy receivable rising to Rs. 4,764 crore. Share capital stood at Rs. 12,133 crore with an accumulated deficit of Rs. (28,209) crore.
8Coal India hit with Rs. 5.45 lakh BSE fine for non-compliance with board composition rules under SEBI LODR
Coal India Limited disclosed that BSE imposed a fine of Rs. 5,45,160 inclusive of GST for non-compliance with Regulations 17(1), 18(1) and 19(1) & 19(2) of the SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015, pertaining to the composition of the Board, Audit Committee and Nomination & Remuneration Committee for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The Maharatna PSU stated the financial implication is not expected to materially affect operations.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8HDFC Securities raises Hitachi Energy India target to Rs. 31,414 on HVDC pipeline and Rs. 40 bn capex expansion; Q4FY26 revenue up 46% YoY
HDFC Securities upgraded its target price for Hitachi Energy India to Rs. 31,414 per share from Rs. 22,892, retaining an ADD rating, after Q4FY26 revenue came in at Rs. 27.5 billion, up 46.2% YoY, with EBITDA at Rs. 4.2 billion and 15.1% margin. The order book stood at Rs. 295.6 billion as of March 2026, up 53% YoY. Hitachi Energy India doubled its capex plan to Rs. 40 billion, including a new greenfield large power transformer facility in Karjan, Vadodara.
8KEC International targets 12–15% FY27 revenue growth on Rs. 400 bn order book; analyst retains Accumulate at Rs. 558 target
An analyst meet report on KEC International confirmed management guidance of 12–15% revenue growth for FY27 with targeted order inflows of approximately Rs. 300 billion, supported by a strong order book of approximately Rs. 400 billion offering around 8 quarters of revenue visibility. FY27E EBITDA is estimated at Rs. 18,425 million with EPS at Rs. 27.4. The analyst maintained an Accumulate rating with a Rs. 558 target at 14x Mar'28E PE. At least two HVDC projects are expected to be awarded in FY27.
8NTPC Q4 FY26 earnings call: coal inventory at ~18 days comfort; 18% captive coal meets fuel security target
NTPC Limited hosted its Q4 FY26 Earnings Conference Call on May 23, 2026, with Director (Finance) Jaikumar Srinivasan leading. Management highlighted coal inventory across power stations at approximately 18 days, ensuring generation stability, and noted that nearly 18% of total coal requirements are met from captive mines, insulating operations from market price volatility. The ongoing West Asia geopolitical situation is not expected to have material operational impact given NTPC's limited gas dependence.
8NLC India releases investor presentation for Q4 FY2025-26; audio recording of institutional investors meet now available
NLC India Limited submitted its investor presentation and made available the audio recording of its Q4 FY2025-26 Institutional Investors Meet held at Mumbai on May 27, 2026. The presentation covers NLC India's 70-year operational history, FY26 financial and operational highlights, and ESG performance, underpinned by highest-ever group revenue of Rs. 17,490 crore and record PAT of Rs. 3,769 crore. The recording is accessible at the company's website investor section.
8HPL Electric & Power submits earnings presentation ahead of investor call; Wires & Cables up 50%, smart metering shows Q4 recovery
HPL Electric & Power Limited submitted an earnings presentation for Q4 and FY26 to stock exchanges, detailing how FY26 revenue crossed Rs. 1,800 crore and how Wires & Cables emerged as a second core growth engine with 50% revenue growth. Q4 FY26 revenue hit a record Rs. 519.70 crore. Smart Metering showed sequential recovery in Q4, positioning the segment for improvement. EBITDA margin expanded to 15.54% on improved product mix and pricing discipline.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICRA reaffirms [ICRA]AAA on IndiGrid's Rs. 13,290 crore debt as InvIT's AUM reaches Rs. 33,815 crore
ICRA on May 27, 2026 reaffirmed [ICRA]AAA (Stable) and [ICRA]A1+ ratings across IndiGrid Infrastructure Trust's instruments totalling Rs. 13,290 crore, including Rs. 10,790 crore of NCDs, a Rs. 950 crore term loan, and Rs. 500 crore commercial paper. The KKR-sponsored InvIT's AUM stood at Rs. 33,815 crore as on March 31, 2026, comprising 19 operational transmission projects across 20 states, 1,155 MWac of solar capacity, and two BESS projects of 400 MWh.
8ICRA upgrades Talwandi Sabo Power to [ICRA]AA- as Vedanta demerger adds 2,200 MW of power assets to Rs. 1,400 crore portfolio
ICRA on May 27, 2026 upgraded Talwandi Sabo Power Limited to [ICRA]AA- (Stable) from [ICRA]A+, citing portfolio diversification under the Vedanta group demerger that added 600 MW at Jharsuguda, 600 MW at Athena Chhattisgarh and 1,000 MW at Meenakshi to existing PPAs. Tied-up PPAs now cover 74% of capacity across Punjab, Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh. The company is to be rechristened Vedanta Power Limited.
8ICRA keeps Bhadreshwar Vidyut's Rs. 2,062.40 crore facilities at [ICRA]D in 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category
ICRA on May 27, 2026 continued the [ICRA]D rating on Rs. 2,062.40 crore bank facilities of Bhadreshwar Vidyut Private Limited — comprising a Rs. 135 crore cash credit, Rs. 1,497.40 crore term loan and Rs. 430 crore non-fund-based limits — under the 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category. The company operates a 300 MW coal-based plant in Kutch, Gujarat, which faced delays against its scheduled February 2013 COD due to litigation over coastal regulatory zone clearance. Details
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8Thermal plant relay modernization package tightens technical filters for protection upgrade works
A relay replacement package is evolving into a tightly controlled protection-system modernization exercise as numerical relay integration gains operational importance. The eligibility structure narrows bidder participation toward more specialized players, while the framework sharpens focus on commissioning experience, supply-chain legitimacy and long-term protection reliability.
8Rs 93 crore transformer procurement tightens OEM scrutiny amid deeper auction-led pricing pressure
A major transformer procurement package is increasing pressure on manufacturers through a combination of stricter equipment-level compliance checks and aggressively competitive pricing architecture. The tender framework indicates a utility strategy focused on tighter execution oversight, stronger quality accountability and deeper cost compression across the supply chain.
8Repeated extensions shadow hydro-control upgrade package as digital retrofit complexity widens bidder preparation cycle
A hydro modernization package continued to see bidding-window extensions even as strict financial qualification thresholds remained unchanged. The retrofit involves technically sensitive integration of governor systems, excitation controls and grid-compliance requirements on operating generating units, indicating a far more complex engineering exercise than a routine automation upgrade.
8Rs 1,588 crore hydro diversion package faces repeated extensions as underground EPC risk reshapes bidder appetite
A large hydro diversion package has now moved through multiple bid extensions without dilution in qualification thresholds. The contract combines complex tunnelling works, coffer-dam construction and hydro-mechanical integration within a structure that significantly narrows the bidder field. The repeated timeline shifts highlight how contractors are reassessing geological exposure, execution complexity and Himalayan hydro risk pricing in major EPC projects.
8Rs 2.25 crore EMD transformer tender tightens competition through reverse-auction filtering
A high-value 500 MVA transformer procurement has been pushed into a reverse-auction framework despite the technical sensitivity normally associated with EHV packages. The tender combines liquidity-linked qualification filters, geopolitical compliance clauses and full-package bidding rules that could significantly narrow the effective bidder pool.
8Floating solar package tightens execution accountability as corrigenda reshape bidder strategy
A floating solar package moved through multiple corrigenda and timeline extensions, yet key contractual and qualification conditions remained largely intact. Bidders sought relief on regulatory exposure, eligibility flexibility and long-term operational risk, but the final structure signals a tougher utility stance on execution accountability, lifecycle responsibility and risk absorption in emerging renewable projects.
8FGD EPC tender enters repeated extension cycle as unresolved bidder queries delay closure
A major emission-control EPC package has moved through multiple bid extensions while retaining a strict single-package execution structure. Internal approval delays on bidder clarifications continued even at advanced tender stages, highlighting growing friction between compliance-driven thermal retrofit plans and increasingly cautious EPC risk appetite in the utility market. Details
A relay replacement package is evolving into a tightly controlled protection-system modernization exercise as numerical relay integration gains operational importance. The eligibility structure narrows bidder participation toward more specialized players, while the framework sharpens focus on commissioning experience, supply-chain legitimacy and long-term protection reliability.
8Rs 93 crore transformer procurement tightens OEM scrutiny amid deeper auction-led pricing pressure
A major transformer procurement package is increasing pressure on manufacturers through a combination of stricter equipment-level compliance checks and aggressively competitive pricing architecture. The tender framework indicates a utility strategy focused on tighter execution oversight, stronger quality accountability and deeper cost compression across the supply chain.
8Repeated extensions shadow hydro-control upgrade package as digital retrofit complexity widens bidder preparation cycle
A hydro modernization package continued to see bidding-window extensions even as strict financial qualification thresholds remained unchanged. The retrofit involves technically sensitive integration of governor systems, excitation controls and grid-compliance requirements on operating generating units, indicating a far more complex engineering exercise than a routine automation upgrade.
8Rs 1,588 crore hydro diversion package faces repeated extensions as underground EPC risk reshapes bidder appetite
A large hydro diversion package has now moved through multiple bid extensions without dilution in qualification thresholds. The contract combines complex tunnelling works, coffer-dam construction and hydro-mechanical integration within a structure that significantly narrows the bidder field. The repeated timeline shifts highlight how contractors are reassessing geological exposure, execution complexity and Himalayan hydro risk pricing in major EPC projects.
8Rs 2.25 crore EMD transformer tender tightens competition through reverse-auction filtering
A high-value 500 MVA transformer procurement has been pushed into a reverse-auction framework despite the technical sensitivity normally associated with EHV packages. The tender combines liquidity-linked qualification filters, geopolitical compliance clauses and full-package bidding rules that could significantly narrow the effective bidder pool.
8Floating solar package tightens execution accountability as corrigenda reshape bidder strategy
A floating solar package moved through multiple corrigenda and timeline extensions, yet key contractual and qualification conditions remained largely intact. Bidders sought relief on regulatory exposure, eligibility flexibility and long-term operational risk, but the final structure signals a tougher utility stance on execution accountability, lifecycle responsibility and risk absorption in emerging renewable projects.
8FGD EPC tender enters repeated extension cycle as unresolved bidder queries delay closure
A major emission-control EPC package has moved through multiple bid extensions while retaining a strict single-package execution structure. Internal approval delays on bidder clarifications continued even at advanced tender stages, highlighting growing friction between compliance-driven thermal retrofit plans and increasingly cautious EPC risk appetite in the utility market. Details
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Rs 1,813.8 crore opencast mining package signals shift from aggressive discounting to tighter execution-risk control
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8A major Rs 1,813.8 crore excavation package is moving away from the ultra-competitive pricing structures that dominated recent public-sector mining tenders.
8The revised framework places greater emphasis on operational accountability, legal safeguards and execution continuity, potentially altering how large mining contractors assess risk and bid margins. Details
8The revised framework places greater emphasis on operational accountability, legal safeguards and execution continuity, potentially altering how large mining contractors assess risk and bid margins. Details
NEWS UPDATE: COAL, FUEL & ENERGY COMMODITIES
May 27:
COAL PRODUCTION & OFFTAKE
8Coal India allays supply worries with 168 MT in system including 47.6 MT at domestic plants as coal use rises
Coal India Limited informed the exchanges on May 26, 2026 of a press release titled 'CIL allays supply worries as coal use goes up,' reporting 168 million tonnes of coal available in the system, including 47.6 MT at domestic plants as on May 23, 113.5 MT at mine heads as on May 24, up 10% year-on-year and sufficient for 19 days, about 3 MT at transit points and roughly 4 MT in rakes on run. The disclosure was signed by Executive Director (CS) B. P. Dubey.
8CEA fuel-wise report: coal generates 4,122.63 MU on May 25, 2026, overshooting programme by 9.2%; nuclear exceeds target by 9.6%
CEA's Category and Fuel-Wise Generation Report for May 25, 2026 shows coal accounted for 4,122.63 MU out of total thermal output of 4,301.20 MU, overshooting its programme of 3,776.80 MU by 9.2%. Lignite contributed 87.64 MU and natural gas 89.78 MU. Nuclear exceeded programme at 185.12 MU versus a target of 168.84 MU. On a cumulative year-to-date basis through May 25, coal has generated 212,114.44 MU against a programme of 215,950.64 MU, a shortfall of 3,836.20 MU.
8Rajasthan Merit Order Dispatch schedule for May 25-31, 2026 ranks ANTA CRF and gas plants ahead of CGPL/TPCL and coal stations
Rajasthan Urja Vikas and IT Services Limited published its Merit Order Dispatch schedule for the week of May 25 to May 31, 2026, listing 43 power sources ranked by fixed cost, variable cost and total tariff inclusive of All-India transmission losses. Gas-based stations including ANTA CRF, DADRI LNG and DCCPP feature near the top of the merit order, followed by coal-based central stations such as CGPL/TPCL, STPS, Dadri Thermal and KTPS. The schedule was digitally signed on May 25, 2026.
8CEA hydro reservoir report: Odisha's UIHEP Mukhiguda averages 320.33 MW on May 25-26, 2026 with peak at 585 MW
CEA's Reservoir Generation Report for May 26, 2026 based on Odisha Hydro Power Corporation data shows the Upper Indravati HEP at Mukhiguda averaging 320.33 MW with a peak of 585 MW, while Balimela HEP averaged 269.58 MW (peak 371 MW) with reservoir level at 1,475.2 ft against FRL of 1,516 ft. Burla HHEP averaged 31.92 MW and Bariniput UKHEP averaged 126.75 MW. Total combined average generation from six Odisha reservoirs was 826.37 MW. Details
8Coal India allays supply worries with 168 MT in system including 47.6 MT at domestic plants as coal use rises
Coal India Limited informed the exchanges on May 26, 2026 of a press release titled 'CIL allays supply worries as coal use goes up,' reporting 168 million tonnes of coal available in the system, including 47.6 MT at domestic plants as on May 23, 113.5 MT at mine heads as on May 24, up 10% year-on-year and sufficient for 19 days, about 3 MT at transit points and roughly 4 MT in rakes on run. The disclosure was signed by Executive Director (CS) B. P. Dubey.
8CEA fuel-wise report: coal generates 4,122.63 MU on May 25, 2026, overshooting programme by 9.2%; nuclear exceeds target by 9.6%
CEA's Category and Fuel-Wise Generation Report for May 25, 2026 shows coal accounted for 4,122.63 MU out of total thermal output of 4,301.20 MU, overshooting its programme of 3,776.80 MU by 9.2%. Lignite contributed 87.64 MU and natural gas 89.78 MU. Nuclear exceeded programme at 185.12 MU versus a target of 168.84 MU. On a cumulative year-to-date basis through May 25, coal has generated 212,114.44 MU against a programme of 215,950.64 MU, a shortfall of 3,836.20 MU.
8Rajasthan Merit Order Dispatch schedule for May 25-31, 2026 ranks ANTA CRF and gas plants ahead of CGPL/TPCL and coal stations
Rajasthan Urja Vikas and IT Services Limited published its Merit Order Dispatch schedule for the week of May 25 to May 31, 2026, listing 43 power sources ranked by fixed cost, variable cost and total tariff inclusive of All-India transmission losses. Gas-based stations including ANTA CRF, DADRI LNG and DCCPP feature near the top of the merit order, followed by coal-based central stations such as CGPL/TPCL, STPS, Dadri Thermal and KTPS. The schedule was digitally signed on May 25, 2026.
8CEA hydro reservoir report: Odisha's UIHEP Mukhiguda averages 320.33 MW on May 25-26, 2026 with peak at 585 MW
CEA's Reservoir Generation Report for May 26, 2026 based on Odisha Hydro Power Corporation data shows the Upper Indravati HEP at Mukhiguda averaging 320.33 MW with a peak of 585 MW, while Balimela HEP averaged 269.58 MW (peak 371 MW) with reservoir level at 1,475.2 ft against FRL of 1,516 ft. Burla HHEP averaged 31.92 MW and Bariniput UKHEP averaged 126.75 MW. Total combined average generation from six Odisha reservoirs was 826.37 MW. Details
NEWS UPDATE: GRID OPERATIONS & POWER SUPPLY
May 27:
PEAK DEMAND & GRID FREQUENCY
8Northern region meets 80,203 MW evening peak on May 26, 2026 with 499 MW shortage; day energy demand stands at 1,884 MU
Grid-India's Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Northern Region met an evening peak of 80,203 MW on May 26, 2026 against a requirement of 80,702 MW, leaving a 499 MW shortage at 50.033 Hz. Off-peak demand met was 75,854 MW against 76,810 MW required. Day energy demand met stood at 1,884 MU with a 10.46 MU shortage. Rajasthan, Haryana and Punjab were among the largest drawing states.
8Western region records 75,708 MW peak and 1,785 MU day energy on May 26, 2026 with marginal 850 MW shortage
Grid-India's Western Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Western Region met an evening peak of 75,708 MW on May 26, 2026 against a requirement of 76,558 MW, an 850 MW shortage at 50.08 Hz, while off-peak demand of 69,404 MW was fully met. Day energy demand met was 1,785.3 MU against a 5.41 MU shortage. The region drew on stations such as Korba East and Korba West to meet demand.
8Southern region fully meets 53,734 MW peak on May 26, 2026 with zero shortage; Tamil Nadu leads at 412.41 MU day energy
Grid-India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Southern Region met its full evening peak of 53,734 MW on May 26, 2026 at 50.05 Hz with zero shortage. Day energy demand met was 1,325.17 MU with no shortage. Tamil Nadu was the largest consumer at 412.41 MU and Karnataka at 284.9 MU across the region's control areas. The off-peak demand of 49,809 MW was also fully met.
8NLDC logs average frequency of 49.999 Hz on May 26, 2026 with FDI of 21.0 and frequency within band 78.97% of the time
Grid-India's National Load Despatch Centre published the frequency profile for May 26, 2026, reporting an average frequency of 49.999 Hz, a Frequency Variation Index of 0.0331, standard deviation of 0.0576, mileage of 32.4 and FDI of 21.0. Frequency stayed within the 49.90-50.05 Hz band 78.97% of the time, with the system held close to the 50.0 Hz nominal value through the day. The report supports real-time balancing of the national grid.
8India generates 4,930.62 MU on May 25, 2026, beating programme by 7.7%; coal output surges to 4,122.63 MU
The Central Electricity Authority's All-India Generation Overview for May 25, 2026 recorded actual generation of 4,930.62 MU against a daily programme of 4,576.00 MU, an outperformance of 354.62 MU or 7.75%. Thermal generation led at 4,301.20 MU, with coal alone contributing 4,122.63 MU. Nuclear added 185.12 MU and hydro 422.65 MU plus 21.65 MU from Bhutan imports. The Southern Region stood out with 972.23 MU actual versus a programme of 910.92 MU.
8North Eastern region meets 3,305 MW peak on May 26, 2026 with 57.95 MU day energy and zero shortage
Grid-India's North Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre, Shillong, reported that the North Eastern Region met its evening peak of 3,305 MW on May 26, 2026 at 50.03 Hz with zero shortage. Day energy demand met was 57.95 MU. The region's peak had risen from 3,108 MW recorded on May 25, 2026. The off-peak demand of 1,878 MW was also fully met at 50.02 Hz.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8CEA reports 262,163 MW online capacity on May 25, 2026 with 33,037 MW under forced outage across regions
The CEA All-India Capacity Availability report for May 25, 2026 shows that of a total monitored capacity of 310,774 MW, 262,162.58 MW was available online, leaving 48,611.21 MW under maintenance of which 33,036.91 MW was under forced outage. Region-wise, the Western region had the highest maintenance burden at 17,734.10 MW offline including 12,804.30 MW in forced outage. The Northern Region had 12,713.18 MW under maintenance, 7,353.06 MW of which was forced.
8Panipat TPS Unit-8 returns to grid after superheater tube leak; 29 units recommissioned on May 25, 2026
CEA's Sub-Report 14 for May 25, 2026 on recommissioning of thermal and nuclear units documents 29 units synced back to the grid during the day, including Panipat TPS Unit-8 (250 MW) which had been under maintenance since May 23, 2026 due to a tube leakage in the low-temperature superheater zone. Notable recommissionings also include GHATAMAPUR TPP Unit-1 (660 MW) after an electrical fault, Nasik TPS Unit-4 (210 MW) after a boiler problem, and Raghunathpur TPP Unit-1 (600 MW) after economiser tube leakage.
8Western RLDC flags Maharashtra ATC violation 13% of time on May 26, 2026; Gujarat, MP and Chhattisgarh record zero violations
Grid-India's Western Regional Load Despatch Centre published its Daily System Reliability Indices Report for May 26, 2026, reporting that Available Transfer Capability for Maharashtra was violated for 52 blocks across 13.0 hours (54.2% of blocks), while Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh recorded zero violations. The report highlights congestion on the Maharashtra corridor and supports grid security monitoring for the western region.
8NLDC reports ER-NR corridor ATC violation 2.5% of time on May 26, 2026 in system reliability indices report
Grid-India's National Load Despatch Centre published its System Reliability Indices Report for May 26, 2026, showing the ER-NR corridor's Available Transfer Capability was violated for 10 hours (2.50% of time, 10.42% of blocks), while the WR-NR, NEW-SR and NER import corridors recorded zero ATC violations. The (N-1) criterion was violated 0.75% of the time on the ER-NR corridor. The report supports national grid security monitoring.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8GRID-INDIA despatches 2,001.64 MU of SCUC reserve in April 2026 at average rate of Rs. 3.98/kWh; Northern Region earns Rs. 181.59 crore net
Grid Controller of India Limited's Ancillary Services Implementation Report for April 2026 shows that 2,001.64 MU of Security Constrained Unit Commitment up-reserves and 1,182.85 MU of down-reserves were despatched nationally, generating charges of Rs. 797.26 crore upward and Rs. 276.72 crore downward. The net SCUC payout was Rs. 520.53 crore at an average rate of Rs. 3.98/kWh for up-reserve and Rs. 2.34/kWh for down-reserve. The Northern Region benefited most with a net receipt of Rs. 181.59 crore.
8IEX DAM clears 137,585 MWh on May 26, 2026 at weighted average price of Rs. 4,419/MWh; peak MCP hits Rs. 10,000/MWh at night
Indian Energy Exchange Day-Ahead Market on May 26, 2026 cleared 137,585.02 MWh out of sell bids of 372,705.73 MWh and purchase bids of 658,467.94 MWh, with a Market Clearing Price of Rs. 6,491.74/MWh and a weighted MCP of Rs. 4,419.01/MWh. Hourly data shows MCP ranged from Rs. 1,885.01/MWh during Hour 11 (10:00-11:00) to the maximum Rs. 10,000/MWh during Hours 1-5 (midnight to 5 am) and Hours 20-24 (evening and night).
8IEX RTM clears 172,042 MWh on May 26, 2026 at Rs. 6,368/MWh; overnight sessions see MCP at Rs. 10,000/MWh
The IEX Real-Time Market for May 26, 2026 cleared 172,041.70 MWh against purchase bids of 639,847.48 MWh and sell bids of 270,384.93 MWh, with a session MCP of Rs. 6,367.99/MWh. Sell-side volumes dominated during day hours 7-18, while purchase bids were heavy during night hours, with Hour 0 recording 66,807.65 MWh in buy bids at Rs. 10,000/MWh MCP. On a weekly basis, RTM traded volumes ranged from 136,194 to 177,139 MWh per day.
8All-India thermal PLF slides to 72.12% in April 2026, down from 72.91% a year earlier; private IPPs lead at 76.46%
All-India thermal power plant load factor (excluding gas-based plants) dipped to 72.12% in April 2026 from 72.91% in April 2025, per CEA sector-wise data. Private sector IPPs led PLF performance at 76.46%, followed by the central sector at 73.83% and private utilities at 71.34%. State sector plants showed the only improvement, inching up to 66.37% from 65.54% a year earlier. Uttar Pradesh experienced a 457 MW peak demand shortfall in April 2026, the only state with unmet peak demand in the Northern Region.
8WRPC issues DSM settlement statements and TRAS accounts for Western Region week of May 11-17, 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee issued Deviation Settlement Mechanism settlement statements and Transmission System (TRAS) accounts for the week from May 11 to May 17, 2026, covering inter-regional accounts including WR-ER and WR-NR and allocating transmission-related charges across western-region constituents including Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh utilities, NTPC stations and renewable generators. The commercial circular was distributed to western-region utilities on May 26, 2026.
8NLDC publishes May 27 SCUC schedule committing North Karanpura, Vindhyachal and Kahalgaon units for security-constrained dispatch
Grid-India's National Load Despatch Centre issued its Security Constrained Unit Commitment schedule for delivery date May 27, 2026, published on May 26, 2026 at 1500 hrs. Units committed include North Karanpura STPS (889.67 MW, ECR 208.8 paise/kWh), Vindhyachal STPS Stage 3 (475.07 MW, ECR 213.3 paise/kWh) and Kahalgaon Stage 2 (622.94 MW, ECR 288.3 paise/kWh), among others flagged for security-constrained dispatch to meet regional requirements.
8PXIL DSM sells 1,000 MW at Rs. 10,000/MWh in early blocks on May 26, 2026; IDAS records zero clearing all day
Power Exchange India Limited's Intra-Day and Ancillary Services Market for May 26, 2026 recorded purchase bids of only 75.00 MWh in the first two hours with no sell bids, indicating no clearing on the day. PXIL's Deviation Settlement Mechanism report for May 26, 2026 shows sell-side clearing in early morning blocks: 1,000 MW cleared at Rs. 10,000/MWh in the 00:30-01:00 window, 800 MW in the 01:00-02:00 window, declining to 300 MW before zero activity for the remainder of the day.
8Eastern region meets 31,749 MW peak fully on May 26, 2026, logs 691.65 MU day energy with zero shortage
Grid-India's Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Eastern Region met its evening peak of 31,749 MW on May 26, 2026 at 50.03 Hz with zero shortage, and off-peak demand of 27,447 MW at 50.02 Hz. Day energy demand met was 691.65 MU with no shortage across the region's constituent states and control areas. The Eastern RLDC also issued its Power Supply Position Report for May 26, 2026, capturing state-wise drawal and deviation.
8Eastern RLDC records day-ahead forecast MAPE of 4.08% for May 25, 2026; intraday forecast improves to 2.74%
Grid-India's Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre published its forecasting error report for May 25, 2026, reporting a day-ahead Mean Absolute Percentage Error of 4.08% and RMSE of 5.61%, improving to a 2.74% MAPE and 4.16% RMSE for intraday forecasts. The first block (00:00-00:15) showed actual demand of about 32,670 MW against a day-ahead forecast of 33,978 MW. Improved forecasting accuracy reduces reserve requirements and improves grid efficiency.
8IEX GTAM records 24-block daily contracts at Rs. 10,000/MWh on May 26, 2026; TAM sees zero cleared volume
The IEX Green Term-Ahead Market on May 26, 2026 recorded daily-contract trades across multiple time blocks at Rs. 10,000.00/MWh, the maximum permissible price, with the highest volume block being DAC-B01-NS at 25.50 MWh. The standard Term-Ahead Market on the same date reported zero cleared volumes and zero trades across all FR2 and FR3 forward rate contracts, with only stub buy bids of 38 MWh in each hour and no sell-side participation, reflecting continued illiquidity in the forward-contract segment.
8HPX HPDAM records zero clearing on May 26, 2026; 64,869 MWh in sell bids goes unmatched
Hindustan Power Exchange's Hydro Power Day-Ahead Market for May 26, 2026 received sell bids totalling 64,869.40 MWh across all 24 hours but recorded zero purchase bids, zero MCV and zero scheduled volume. HPX RTM on May 26 cleared 800 MW only in the midnight session (00:00-00:30) at Rs. 10,000/MWh. Within the past week, the exchange saw successful clearing only on May 21-24 and May 27, with highest volume on May 22 (2,165.70 MWh at Rs. 19,500/MWh).
8Uttarakhand logs 58.50 MU gross demand on May 25, 2026 with 15.37 MU state generation and no rostering
The Daily Power System Energy Report of Uttarakhand for May 2026 recorded gross energy demand of 58.50 MU on May 25, 2026, met by 15.37 MU of state generation, 21.60 MU of central share and 21.81 MU from other sources, with a slight underdrawl of 0.29 MU and no rostering due to low-frequency conditions. Demand had climbed steadily through the month from about 40 MU in early May, reflecting seasonal power consumption increases in the state.
8HVPNL postpones 226th board meeting scheduled for May 26, 2026 until further orders
Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited notified BSE Ltd. and Axis Trustee Services Limited on May 25, 2026 that its 226th Board Meeting, which had been scheduled for May 26, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., had been postponed until further orders. The communication was addressed to Manager, Listing Compliance, and was circulated to all Chief Engineers, the Chief Accounts Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Financial Advisor HQ. No rescheduled date was provided in the notice.
8ERPC issues Eastern Region reactive energy charge statement for May 11-17, 2026 supporting weekly commercial settlement
The Eastern Regional Power Committee, Kolkata, published a datewise Reactive Energy (VArH) Charge Statement for the period May 11 to May 17, 2026, listing line-wise MVAR high and low volumes, rates and net reactive charges for beneficiaries such as APNRL on the 400 kV Jamshedpur(PG)-APNRL-II line. The statement supports weekly reactive-power commercial settlement in the eastern grid and was circulated to eastern-region utilities and the Central Transmission Utility.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8Southern RLDC reports zero ATC and (N-1) violations on S1-S2-S3 corridors for May 26, 2026
Grid-India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre, Bengaluru, published its System Reliability Indices Report for May 26, 2026, showing zero Available Transfer Capability violations on the S1->S2nS3 and Import of S3 corridors, and zero (N-1) criterion violations, indicating a secure southern grid through the day. The report supports routine grid security monitoring across the southern states and was published on May 27, 2026.
8Southern region voltage deviation index for May 26, 2026 shows Asupaka 400 kV bus highest at 0.42 with 10.20 hours outside IEGC range
The Voltage Deviation Index report for May 26, 2026 tracked 400 kV substations in the southern grid, recording the highest VDI of 0.42 at Asupaka with 10.20 hours outside the IEGC range and a maximum voltage of 423.92 kV. Stations such as Annaikavadu (VDI 0.20), AMGEPL Wind (0.18) and AMGEPL Solar (0.14) also logged deviations, while several stations including Alamathy, Arasur and Bellary PS stayed fully within range.
8Southern RLDC reports forced outage on 220 kV Warangal-Huzurabad line owned by TGTRANSCO on May 26, 2026
Grid-India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre published its Transmission Forced Outage Report for May 26, 2026, listing forced outages such as the 220 kV Warangal-Huzurabad-1 AC line owned by TGTRANSCO, detailing outage and revival timings and reasons across the southern transmission network. The report is part of routine grid security and outage monitoring for the southern region. Details
8Northern region meets 80,203 MW evening peak on May 26, 2026 with 499 MW shortage; day energy demand stands at 1,884 MU
Grid-India's Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Northern Region met an evening peak of 80,203 MW on May 26, 2026 against a requirement of 80,702 MW, leaving a 499 MW shortage at 50.033 Hz. Off-peak demand met was 75,854 MW against 76,810 MW required. Day energy demand met stood at 1,884 MU with a 10.46 MU shortage. Rajasthan, Haryana and Punjab were among the largest drawing states.
8Western region records 75,708 MW peak and 1,785 MU day energy on May 26, 2026 with marginal 850 MW shortage
Grid-India's Western Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Western Region met an evening peak of 75,708 MW on May 26, 2026 against a requirement of 76,558 MW, an 850 MW shortage at 50.08 Hz, while off-peak demand of 69,404 MW was fully met. Day energy demand met was 1,785.3 MU against a 5.41 MU shortage. The region drew on stations such as Korba East and Korba West to meet demand.
8Southern region fully meets 53,734 MW peak on May 26, 2026 with zero shortage; Tamil Nadu leads at 412.41 MU day energy
Grid-India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Southern Region met its full evening peak of 53,734 MW on May 26, 2026 at 50.05 Hz with zero shortage. Day energy demand met was 1,325.17 MU with no shortage. Tamil Nadu was the largest consumer at 412.41 MU and Karnataka at 284.9 MU across the region's control areas. The off-peak demand of 49,809 MW was also fully met.
8NLDC logs average frequency of 49.999 Hz on May 26, 2026 with FDI of 21.0 and frequency within band 78.97% of the time
Grid-India's National Load Despatch Centre published the frequency profile for May 26, 2026, reporting an average frequency of 49.999 Hz, a Frequency Variation Index of 0.0331, standard deviation of 0.0576, mileage of 32.4 and FDI of 21.0. Frequency stayed within the 49.90-50.05 Hz band 78.97% of the time, with the system held close to the 50.0 Hz nominal value through the day. The report supports real-time balancing of the national grid.
8India generates 4,930.62 MU on May 25, 2026, beating programme by 7.7%; coal output surges to 4,122.63 MU
The Central Electricity Authority's All-India Generation Overview for May 25, 2026 recorded actual generation of 4,930.62 MU against a daily programme of 4,576.00 MU, an outperformance of 354.62 MU or 7.75%. Thermal generation led at 4,301.20 MU, with coal alone contributing 4,122.63 MU. Nuclear added 185.12 MU and hydro 422.65 MU plus 21.65 MU from Bhutan imports. The Southern Region stood out with 972.23 MU actual versus a programme of 910.92 MU.
8North Eastern region meets 3,305 MW peak on May 26, 2026 with 57.95 MU day energy and zero shortage
Grid-India's North Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre, Shillong, reported that the North Eastern Region met its evening peak of 3,305 MW on May 26, 2026 at 50.03 Hz with zero shortage. Day energy demand met was 57.95 MU. The region's peak had risen from 3,108 MW recorded on May 25, 2026. The off-peak demand of 1,878 MW was also fully met at 50.02 Hz.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8CEA reports 262,163 MW online capacity on May 25, 2026 with 33,037 MW under forced outage across regions
The CEA All-India Capacity Availability report for May 25, 2026 shows that of a total monitored capacity of 310,774 MW, 262,162.58 MW was available online, leaving 48,611.21 MW under maintenance of which 33,036.91 MW was under forced outage. Region-wise, the Western region had the highest maintenance burden at 17,734.10 MW offline including 12,804.30 MW in forced outage. The Northern Region had 12,713.18 MW under maintenance, 7,353.06 MW of which was forced.
8Panipat TPS Unit-8 returns to grid after superheater tube leak; 29 units recommissioned on May 25, 2026
CEA's Sub-Report 14 for May 25, 2026 on recommissioning of thermal and nuclear units documents 29 units synced back to the grid during the day, including Panipat TPS Unit-8 (250 MW) which had been under maintenance since May 23, 2026 due to a tube leakage in the low-temperature superheater zone. Notable recommissionings also include GHATAMAPUR TPP Unit-1 (660 MW) after an electrical fault, Nasik TPS Unit-4 (210 MW) after a boiler problem, and Raghunathpur TPP Unit-1 (600 MW) after economiser tube leakage.
8Western RLDC flags Maharashtra ATC violation 13% of time on May 26, 2026; Gujarat, MP and Chhattisgarh record zero violations
Grid-India's Western Regional Load Despatch Centre published its Daily System Reliability Indices Report for May 26, 2026, reporting that Available Transfer Capability for Maharashtra was violated for 52 blocks across 13.0 hours (54.2% of blocks), while Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh recorded zero violations. The report highlights congestion on the Maharashtra corridor and supports grid security monitoring for the western region.
8NLDC reports ER-NR corridor ATC violation 2.5% of time on May 26, 2026 in system reliability indices report
Grid-India's National Load Despatch Centre published its System Reliability Indices Report for May 26, 2026, showing the ER-NR corridor's Available Transfer Capability was violated for 10 hours (2.50% of time, 10.42% of blocks), while the WR-NR, NEW-SR and NER import corridors recorded zero ATC violations. The (N-1) criterion was violated 0.75% of the time on the ER-NR corridor. The report supports national grid security monitoring.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8GRID-INDIA despatches 2,001.64 MU of SCUC reserve in April 2026 at average rate of Rs. 3.98/kWh; Northern Region earns Rs. 181.59 crore net
Grid Controller of India Limited's Ancillary Services Implementation Report for April 2026 shows that 2,001.64 MU of Security Constrained Unit Commitment up-reserves and 1,182.85 MU of down-reserves were despatched nationally, generating charges of Rs. 797.26 crore upward and Rs. 276.72 crore downward. The net SCUC payout was Rs. 520.53 crore at an average rate of Rs. 3.98/kWh for up-reserve and Rs. 2.34/kWh for down-reserve. The Northern Region benefited most with a net receipt of Rs. 181.59 crore.
8IEX DAM clears 137,585 MWh on May 26, 2026 at weighted average price of Rs. 4,419/MWh; peak MCP hits Rs. 10,000/MWh at night
Indian Energy Exchange Day-Ahead Market on May 26, 2026 cleared 137,585.02 MWh out of sell bids of 372,705.73 MWh and purchase bids of 658,467.94 MWh, with a Market Clearing Price of Rs. 6,491.74/MWh and a weighted MCP of Rs. 4,419.01/MWh. Hourly data shows MCP ranged from Rs. 1,885.01/MWh during Hour 11 (10:00-11:00) to the maximum Rs. 10,000/MWh during Hours 1-5 (midnight to 5 am) and Hours 20-24 (evening and night).
8IEX RTM clears 172,042 MWh on May 26, 2026 at Rs. 6,368/MWh; overnight sessions see MCP at Rs. 10,000/MWh
The IEX Real-Time Market for May 26, 2026 cleared 172,041.70 MWh against purchase bids of 639,847.48 MWh and sell bids of 270,384.93 MWh, with a session MCP of Rs. 6,367.99/MWh. Sell-side volumes dominated during day hours 7-18, while purchase bids were heavy during night hours, with Hour 0 recording 66,807.65 MWh in buy bids at Rs. 10,000/MWh MCP. On a weekly basis, RTM traded volumes ranged from 136,194 to 177,139 MWh per day.
8All-India thermal PLF slides to 72.12% in April 2026, down from 72.91% a year earlier; private IPPs lead at 76.46%
All-India thermal power plant load factor (excluding gas-based plants) dipped to 72.12% in April 2026 from 72.91% in April 2025, per CEA sector-wise data. Private sector IPPs led PLF performance at 76.46%, followed by the central sector at 73.83% and private utilities at 71.34%. State sector plants showed the only improvement, inching up to 66.37% from 65.54% a year earlier. Uttar Pradesh experienced a 457 MW peak demand shortfall in April 2026, the only state with unmet peak demand in the Northern Region.
8WRPC issues DSM settlement statements and TRAS accounts for Western Region week of May 11-17, 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee issued Deviation Settlement Mechanism settlement statements and Transmission System (TRAS) accounts for the week from May 11 to May 17, 2026, covering inter-regional accounts including WR-ER and WR-NR and allocating transmission-related charges across western-region constituents including Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh utilities, NTPC stations and renewable generators. The commercial circular was distributed to western-region utilities on May 26, 2026.
8NLDC publishes May 27 SCUC schedule committing North Karanpura, Vindhyachal and Kahalgaon units for security-constrained dispatch
Grid-India's National Load Despatch Centre issued its Security Constrained Unit Commitment schedule for delivery date May 27, 2026, published on May 26, 2026 at 1500 hrs. Units committed include North Karanpura STPS (889.67 MW, ECR 208.8 paise/kWh), Vindhyachal STPS Stage 3 (475.07 MW, ECR 213.3 paise/kWh) and Kahalgaon Stage 2 (622.94 MW, ECR 288.3 paise/kWh), among others flagged for security-constrained dispatch to meet regional requirements.
8PXIL DSM sells 1,000 MW at Rs. 10,000/MWh in early blocks on May 26, 2026; IDAS records zero clearing all day
Power Exchange India Limited's Intra-Day and Ancillary Services Market for May 26, 2026 recorded purchase bids of only 75.00 MWh in the first two hours with no sell bids, indicating no clearing on the day. PXIL's Deviation Settlement Mechanism report for May 26, 2026 shows sell-side clearing in early morning blocks: 1,000 MW cleared at Rs. 10,000/MWh in the 00:30-01:00 window, 800 MW in the 01:00-02:00 window, declining to 300 MW before zero activity for the remainder of the day.
8Eastern region meets 31,749 MW peak fully on May 26, 2026, logs 691.65 MU day energy with zero shortage
Grid-India's Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Eastern Region met its evening peak of 31,749 MW on May 26, 2026 at 50.03 Hz with zero shortage, and off-peak demand of 27,447 MW at 50.02 Hz. Day energy demand met was 691.65 MU with no shortage across the region's constituent states and control areas. The Eastern RLDC also issued its Power Supply Position Report for May 26, 2026, capturing state-wise drawal and deviation.
8Eastern RLDC records day-ahead forecast MAPE of 4.08% for May 25, 2026; intraday forecast improves to 2.74%
Grid-India's Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre published its forecasting error report for May 25, 2026, reporting a day-ahead Mean Absolute Percentage Error of 4.08% and RMSE of 5.61%, improving to a 2.74% MAPE and 4.16% RMSE for intraday forecasts. The first block (00:00-00:15) showed actual demand of about 32,670 MW against a day-ahead forecast of 33,978 MW. Improved forecasting accuracy reduces reserve requirements and improves grid efficiency.
8IEX GTAM records 24-block daily contracts at Rs. 10,000/MWh on May 26, 2026; TAM sees zero cleared volume
The IEX Green Term-Ahead Market on May 26, 2026 recorded daily-contract trades across multiple time blocks at Rs. 10,000.00/MWh, the maximum permissible price, with the highest volume block being DAC-B01-NS at 25.50 MWh. The standard Term-Ahead Market on the same date reported zero cleared volumes and zero trades across all FR2 and FR3 forward rate contracts, with only stub buy bids of 38 MWh in each hour and no sell-side participation, reflecting continued illiquidity in the forward-contract segment.
8HPX HPDAM records zero clearing on May 26, 2026; 64,869 MWh in sell bids goes unmatched
Hindustan Power Exchange's Hydro Power Day-Ahead Market for May 26, 2026 received sell bids totalling 64,869.40 MWh across all 24 hours but recorded zero purchase bids, zero MCV and zero scheduled volume. HPX RTM on May 26 cleared 800 MW only in the midnight session (00:00-00:30) at Rs. 10,000/MWh. Within the past week, the exchange saw successful clearing only on May 21-24 and May 27, with highest volume on May 22 (2,165.70 MWh at Rs. 19,500/MWh).
8Uttarakhand logs 58.50 MU gross demand on May 25, 2026 with 15.37 MU state generation and no rostering
The Daily Power System Energy Report of Uttarakhand for May 2026 recorded gross energy demand of 58.50 MU on May 25, 2026, met by 15.37 MU of state generation, 21.60 MU of central share and 21.81 MU from other sources, with a slight underdrawl of 0.29 MU and no rostering due to low-frequency conditions. Demand had climbed steadily through the month from about 40 MU in early May, reflecting seasonal power consumption increases in the state.
8HVPNL postpones 226th board meeting scheduled for May 26, 2026 until further orders
Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited notified BSE Ltd. and Axis Trustee Services Limited on May 25, 2026 that its 226th Board Meeting, which had been scheduled for May 26, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., had been postponed until further orders. The communication was addressed to Manager, Listing Compliance, and was circulated to all Chief Engineers, the Chief Accounts Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Financial Advisor HQ. No rescheduled date was provided in the notice.
8ERPC issues Eastern Region reactive energy charge statement for May 11-17, 2026 supporting weekly commercial settlement
The Eastern Regional Power Committee, Kolkata, published a datewise Reactive Energy (VArH) Charge Statement for the period May 11 to May 17, 2026, listing line-wise MVAR high and low volumes, rates and net reactive charges for beneficiaries such as APNRL on the 400 kV Jamshedpur(PG)-APNRL-II line. The statement supports weekly reactive-power commercial settlement in the eastern grid and was circulated to eastern-region utilities and the Central Transmission Utility.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8Southern RLDC reports zero ATC and (N-1) violations on S1-S2-S3 corridors for May 26, 2026
Grid-India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre, Bengaluru, published its System Reliability Indices Report for May 26, 2026, showing zero Available Transfer Capability violations on the S1->S2nS3 and Import of S3 corridors, and zero (N-1) criterion violations, indicating a secure southern grid through the day. The report supports routine grid security monitoring across the southern states and was published on May 27, 2026.
8Southern region voltage deviation index for May 26, 2026 shows Asupaka 400 kV bus highest at 0.42 with 10.20 hours outside IEGC range
The Voltage Deviation Index report for May 26, 2026 tracked 400 kV substations in the southern grid, recording the highest VDI of 0.42 at Asupaka with 10.20 hours outside the IEGC range and a maximum voltage of 423.92 kV. Stations such as Annaikavadu (VDI 0.20), AMGEPL Wind (0.18) and AMGEPL Solar (0.14) also logged deviations, while several stations including Alamathy, Arasur and Bellary PS stayed fully within range.
8Southern RLDC reports forced outage on 220 kV Warangal-Huzurabad line owned by TGTRANSCO on May 26, 2026
Grid-India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre published its Transmission Forced Outage Report for May 26, 2026, listing forced outages such as the 220 kV Warangal-Huzurabad-1 AC line owned by TGTRANSCO, detailing outage and revival timings and reasons across the southern transmission network. The report is part of routine grid security and outage monitoring for the southern region. Details
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MNRE & BEE
8MNRE floats expression of interest for AI-based RAG system assessment; up to 15 entities to be shortlisted for live testing
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy published on May 20, 2026 an Expression of Interest inviting entities to participate in a market assessment exercise for AI-based Retrieval Augmented Generation systems to be applied to MNRE's own operational document base. The three-stage exercise will shortlist up to 15 eligible entities from Stage 1 for independent, vendor-absent system testing in Stage 2. Participation is open to companies or LLPs registered in India with a genuine RAG product. MNRE cited the inadequacy of its current manual search systems as the primary motivation.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8India's April 2026 power generation rises 5.49% to 166.30 BU; all-India peak demand reaches 2,56,436 MW
The Central Electricity Authority's Executive Summary for April 2026 shows All-India electricity generation reached 166.30 Billion Units, up 5.49% from 157.65 BU in April 2025. Against a target of 168.98 BU, overall achievement stood at 98.4%. All-India peak demand reached 2,56,436 MW, and energy requirement totalled 1,53,905 MU against availability of 1,53,619 MU, leaving a marginal 0.2% deficit. Thermal held at 120.90 BU, up 1.54%, and nuclear edged to 5.15 BU, up 3.98%.
8CEA coal stock report: Rajasthan's Chhabra-II TPP at just 46% of normative stock on May 25, 2026; Suratgarh STPS at 57%
The CEA Fuel Management Division's Daily Coal Stock Report as on May 25, 2026 reveals state-level disparities in coal stocks at major thermal plants. Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam's Chhabra-II TPP (1,320 MW) had actual stock of 205,600 tonnes against a normative requirement of 443,900 tonnes, only 46%, while Suratgarh STPS (1,500 MW) stood at 57% of normative with 323,100 tonnes on hand. By contrast, HPGCL plants were better stocked: Panipat TPS at 137%, Rajiv Gandhi TPS at 115% and Yamuna Nagar TPS at 126%.
8APTEL announces summer vacation from June 1 to June 30, 2026, with vacation benches for urgent electricity matters
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity issued its vacation notification 2026 dated May 26, 2026, declaring the Tribunal closed for annual summer vacation from June 1 to June 30, 2026, reopening July 1, 2026, under Rule 54 of the APTEL Rules, 2007. Only urgent matters will be heard by vacation benches comprising Officiating Chairperson Seema Gupta and Members Virender Bhat and Ajay Talegaonkar across designated date ranges in June.
8APTEL shifts Bakrid holiday to May 28, reschedules Court-II electricity matters including APL 335/2021 and APL 350/2018
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity issued a notification dated May 26, 2026 declaring a holiday on May 28, 2026 for Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) instead of May 27, 2026, per DoPT O.M. dated May 22, 2026. Consequently, Court-II comprising Judicial Member Virender Bhat and Technical Member Ajay Talegaonkar will not sit on May 28, and matters such as APL 335/2021 and APL 350/2018 were rescheduled to dates ranging from May 29 to August 11, 2026.
TENDERS & PROCUREMENT
8Government of India launches Coal India OFS to sell 1% stake with 2% oversubscription option; bidding opens May 27
The Ministry of Coal, Government of India, acting as Promoter through the President of India, announced an Offer for Sale of Coal India Limited equity shares (face value Rs. 10 each) via the stock exchange mechanism in a notice dated May 26, 2026. The base offer size is 61,627,283 equity shares, representing 1.00% of paid-up capital, with an oversubscription option taking the total to 2.00%. Bidding runs May 27, 2026 for non-Retail Investors and May 29, 2026 for Retail Investors.
8HPPCL land acquisition court schedules arguments in 30+ cases on June 8, 2026 for Renukaji Dam Project
The Land Acquisition Collector's court of Sh. Raveesh Chandel at BCS, Shimla-9, published a cause list dated June 8, 2026 for Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited listing over 30 pending land acquisition cases spanning case numbers from 4/2020 to 123/2025, the majority related to the Renukaji Dam Project. Proceedings include arguments, rejoinders and admission hearings involving multiple petitioners such as Roop Raj, Karn Jeet and Ragubir Singh, with the Principal Secretary to the Government of Himachal Pradesh as the main respondent.
8MeECL cancels tender for regulatory and commercial consultancy services first floated in March 2026
Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited cancelled its tender No. MeECL/DM-MeECL/ACM/Accounts/2026/01338, which had been issued on March 27, 2026 for the engagement of a consultant to assist MeECL and its subsidiaries in regulatory and commercial matters. The cancellation notice, signed by Smt. Balari Dkhar, Chief Accounts Officer and Convenor of the Tender Evaluation Committee, was issued from MeECL's Accounts Department at Shillong. No reason for cancellation was stated in the notice. Details
8MNRE floats expression of interest for AI-based RAG system assessment; up to 15 entities to be shortlisted for live testing
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy published on May 20, 2026 an Expression of Interest inviting entities to participate in a market assessment exercise for AI-based Retrieval Augmented Generation systems to be applied to MNRE's own operational document base. The three-stage exercise will shortlist up to 15 eligible entities from Stage 1 for independent, vendor-absent system testing in Stage 2. Participation is open to companies or LLPs registered in India with a genuine RAG product. MNRE cited the inadequacy of its current manual search systems as the primary motivation.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8India's April 2026 power generation rises 5.49% to 166.30 BU; all-India peak demand reaches 2,56,436 MW
The Central Electricity Authority's Executive Summary for April 2026 shows All-India electricity generation reached 166.30 Billion Units, up 5.49% from 157.65 BU in April 2025. Against a target of 168.98 BU, overall achievement stood at 98.4%. All-India peak demand reached 2,56,436 MW, and energy requirement totalled 1,53,905 MU against availability of 1,53,619 MU, leaving a marginal 0.2% deficit. Thermal held at 120.90 BU, up 1.54%, and nuclear edged to 5.15 BU, up 3.98%.
8CEA coal stock report: Rajasthan's Chhabra-II TPP at just 46% of normative stock on May 25, 2026; Suratgarh STPS at 57%
The CEA Fuel Management Division's Daily Coal Stock Report as on May 25, 2026 reveals state-level disparities in coal stocks at major thermal plants. Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam's Chhabra-II TPP (1,320 MW) had actual stock of 205,600 tonnes against a normative requirement of 443,900 tonnes, only 46%, while Suratgarh STPS (1,500 MW) stood at 57% of normative with 323,100 tonnes on hand. By contrast, HPGCL plants were better stocked: Panipat TPS at 137%, Rajiv Gandhi TPS at 115% and Yamuna Nagar TPS at 126%.
8APTEL announces summer vacation from June 1 to June 30, 2026, with vacation benches for urgent electricity matters
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity issued its vacation notification 2026 dated May 26, 2026, declaring the Tribunal closed for annual summer vacation from June 1 to June 30, 2026, reopening July 1, 2026, under Rule 54 of the APTEL Rules, 2007. Only urgent matters will be heard by vacation benches comprising Officiating Chairperson Seema Gupta and Members Virender Bhat and Ajay Talegaonkar across designated date ranges in June.
8APTEL shifts Bakrid holiday to May 28, reschedules Court-II electricity matters including APL 335/2021 and APL 350/2018
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity issued a notification dated May 26, 2026 declaring a holiday on May 28, 2026 for Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) instead of May 27, 2026, per DoPT O.M. dated May 22, 2026. Consequently, Court-II comprising Judicial Member Virender Bhat and Technical Member Ajay Talegaonkar will not sit on May 28, and matters such as APL 335/2021 and APL 350/2018 were rescheduled to dates ranging from May 29 to August 11, 2026.
TENDERS & PROCUREMENT
8Government of India launches Coal India OFS to sell 1% stake with 2% oversubscription option; bidding opens May 27
The Ministry of Coal, Government of India, acting as Promoter through the President of India, announced an Offer for Sale of Coal India Limited equity shares (face value Rs. 10 each) via the stock exchange mechanism in a notice dated May 26, 2026. The base offer size is 61,627,283 equity shares, representing 1.00% of paid-up capital, with an oversubscription option taking the total to 2.00%. Bidding runs May 27, 2026 for non-Retail Investors and May 29, 2026 for Retail Investors.
8HPPCL land acquisition court schedules arguments in 30+ cases on June 8, 2026 for Renukaji Dam Project
The Land Acquisition Collector's court of Sh. Raveesh Chandel at BCS, Shimla-9, published a cause list dated June 8, 2026 for Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited listing over 30 pending land acquisition cases spanning case numbers from 4/2020 to 123/2025, the majority related to the Renukaji Dam Project. Proceedings include arguments, rejoinders and admission hearings involving multiple petitioners such as Roop Raj, Karn Jeet and Ragubir Singh, with the Principal Secretary to the Government of Himachal Pradesh as the main respondent.
8MeECL cancels tender for regulatory and commercial consultancy services first floated in March 2026
Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited cancelled its tender No. MeECL/DM-MeECL/ACM/Accounts/2026/01338, which had been issued on March 27, 2026 for the engagement of a consultant to assist MeECL and its subsidiaries in regulatory and commercial matters. The cancellation notice, signed by Smt. Balari Dkhar, Chief Accounts Officer and Convenor of the Tender Evaluation Committee, was issued from MeECL's Accounts Department at Shillong. No reason for cancellation was stated in the notice. Details
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COAL PRODUCTION & OFFTAKE
824 plants flagged critical on coal: APGENCO's Rayalaseema at 19% stock, TSGENCO at 27% normative
CEA's Daily Coal Stock Report as on 2 June 2026 (covering 190 plants with 222,698 MW capacity) shows 24 plants with critical coal stocks. The grand total actual stock stands at 48,527,400 tonnes against a normative requirement of 75,271,400 tonnes — 64% coverage nationally. Rayalaseema TPS (APGENCO, 1,650 MW) is the most stressed at only 19% of normative stock with 139,700 tonnes, while TSGENCO collectively holds 27% of normative stock. SJVNL's Buxar TPP is the most critical single unit at 14% coverage.
8India's coal fleet at 90.6% utilisation on 2 June; gas/liquid fleet slumps to 61.6%
CEA Sub-Report 16 for 2 June 2026 shows that India's 222,698 MW coal-based fleet achieved 90.57% capacity utilisation relative to online capacity, generating a net 181,874 MW. The 6,620 MW lignite fleet performed at 89.18%, while gas/liquid (20,122 MW) lagged badly at 61.63% of capacity on line. Nuclear availability was 86.45% of online capacity at 7,071 MW net. Hydro achieved 84.87% relative to online capacity at 35,609 MW net of 41,957 MW online.
8NTPC's Vindhyachal at 4,760 MW tops generation league; Dadri on low schedule as five units offline
CEA's NTPC station-level Sub-Report 9 for 2 June 2026 shows Vindhyachal STPS (4,760 MW) as NTPC's largest generating station with 875.3 MW coal stock and cumulative production well above plan. DADRI (NCTPP, 1,840 MW) had five units on reserve or scheduled shutdown, with 500 MW off due to water wall tube leakage (Unit 5 since 30 May) and capacity under outage totalling 1,340 MW, limiting actual output to 13.17 MU against a programme of 27.77 MU. Koldam hydro (800 MW) generated only 6.08 MU versus a programme of 17.67 MU.
8Haryana's HPGCL beats generation target by 7.16% cumulative; UP's UPRVUNL lags 3.13%
CEA's detailed station-wise generation report for 2 June 2026 shows that Haryana's HPGCL (2,510 MW capacity) ran 7.16% ahead of cumulative target with 2,323 MU versus a programme of 2,168 MU. In contrast, Uttar Pradesh's UPRVUNL (9,117 MW) lagged its annual target by 3.13%, generating 9,067 MU against a programme of 9,359 MU. Rajasthan's state utilities showed cumulative over-generation of 7,336 MU versus a programme of 7,933 MU, a deviation of -7.53%.
8Rajasthan over-generates by 27 MU on 2 June; Himachal Pradesh falls 38% short of daily target
CEA Sub-Report 4 for 2 June 2026 reveals wide regional disparities: Rajasthan's combined utilities produced 140.56 MU against a 113.39 MU programme, overshooting by 23.96%. Himachal Pradesh (988 MW monitored) delivered only 9.45 MU against a programme of 15.23 MU — a shortfall of 37.95%. Private Adani units in the Northern grid generated 27.55 MU, overshooting their 22.10 MU programme by 24.66%. Delhi's thermal plants slightly exceeded their programme, generating 12.83 MU versus 11.67 MU.
GAS & LNG
8HPX RTM records zero clearance on 3 June 2026 despite 2,945 MWh in buy bids
The HPX Real-Time Market (RTM) on 3 June 2026 posted zero cleared volume across all 96 time blocks for the entire day, even though purchase bids totalled 2,945 MWh. Sell-side participation was completely absent, leaving buy interest entirely unmatched. For context, the previous day (2 June) had only 5 MWh cleared at Rs. 10,000 per MWh, highlighting the persistent supply shortage on HPX's real-time platform, which has now recorded minimal or zero clearance for multiple consecutive sessions.
8PXIL IDAS posts 2,276 MWh in sell bids on 3 June; no trades clear for third straight day
PXIL's Intra-Day Ancillary Services (IDAS) market on 3 June 2026 received sell bids of 2,276.25 MWh but recorded zero cleared volume and no settled MCP, consistent with the prior two days (1 June: zero clearing; 2 June: zero clearing). The weekly data shows the only cleared trade in the IDAS window occurred on 30 May, when 100 MWh was settled at Rs. 10,000 per MWh. On 4 June, 1,511 MWh of sell bids were matched by 1,600 MWh of buy bids — suggesting potential clearing imminent.
E-AUCTION & PRICING
8PXIL RTM clears 937.5 MWh on 3 June at Rs. 10,000/MWh; purchase bids surge to 23,423 MWh
The PXIL RTM for 3 June 2026 settled 937.5 MWh at a weighted average price of Rs. 10,000 per MWh, against a purchase bid volume of 23,422.5 MWh and sell availability of 1,150 MWh. Clearing was confined to hours 1 and 2 of the delivery day (00:00-02:00), with 2,700 MWh and 2,600 MWh dispatched per hour respectively at the price ceiling. For comparison, 2 June cleared 1,150 MWh at Rs. 10,000 per MWh, and the 28 May session — the week's largest — cleared 2,315.93 MWh at Rs. 10,000 per MWh from 2,400 MWh available.
8HPX DAM clears just 301.63 MWh on 3 June; only two early-morning hours active at Rs. 20,000/MWh
The HPX Day-Ahead Market (DAM) cleared only 301.63 MWh on 3 June 2026, with market activity confined entirely to the first two hours of midnight, during which the Market Clearing Price held at Rs. 20,000 per MWh — double the IEX cap. In hour 1, purchase bids of 486.48 MWh were matched against sell bids of 2,382.90 MWh for 15 MWh; hour 2 cleared another 15 MWh. All remaining 22 hours of the day saw zero clearance, underscoring the exchange's nascent liquidity profile.
8PXIL DSM clears only midnight sell blocks at Rs. 10,000/MWh on 3 June; no buys all day
The PXIL Deviation Settlement Mechanism (DSM) market on 3 June 2026 recorded sell-side activity exclusively in the first eight 15-minute blocks (00:00-02:00), with cleared sell volumes of 400 MW in the first four blocks and 300 MW in the next four, all at a price of Rs. 10,000 per MWh. From 02:00 onwards, both buy and sell clearances were zero for all remaining 88 blocks of the 24-hour period. No buy-side clearing was observed at any time during the day.
8HPX DAM clears 2,246 MWh in a week at Rs. 20,000/MWh; only two active days
The HPX DAM's weekly report (28 May-4 June 2026) shows that clearing occurred on only two days — 3 June (301.63 MWh) and 4 June (1,944.43 MWh) — while 28 May through 2 June recorded zero volume. The exchange's MCP held at Rs. 20,000 per MWh on both active days, revealing that demand consistently overwhelmed available supply. Total weekly cleared volume of 2,246.06 MWh was supported by total sell bids of 525,790 MWh, but buy-side participation at just 11,204 MWh remained a binding constraint on market depth.
8IEX GDAM weighted MCP eases from Rs. 4,511 on 28 May to Rs. 3,941 on 4 June
The IEX Green Day-Ahead Market's weekly snapshot (28 May-4 June 2026) shows total cleared volume of 3,503-3,834 MWh per day across the tracked period. The weighted MCP was highest on 28 May at Rs. 4,511 per MWh and fell to Rs. 3,941 per MWh by 4 June, suggesting increasing green power availability toward the end of the period. On 3 June the total MCV stood at 3,503.84 MWh at a weighted MCP of Rs. 4,313 per MWh, while buy-side interest remained strong at over 1.90 lakh MWh on 28 May.
8IEX GTAM trades DAC contracts at Rs. 10,000/MWh on 3 June; 96 blocks executed
The IEX Green Term-Ahead Market (GTAM) on 3 June 2026 executed day-ahead contingency (DAC) contracts across 96 time blocks, all at the ceiling price of Rs. 10,000 per MWh. Each block recorded a single trade with matched buy and sell volumes, with the highest single-block volume in hour 2 reaching approximately 3.40 MWh. The uniform ceiling MCP across all blocks indicates strong unsatisfied demand for guaranteed green power across the entire 24-hour delivery window.
8IEX TAM clears daily bilateral contracts at Rs. 6,500/MWh on 3 June across 7 days
The IEX Term-Ahead Market (TAM) on 3 June 2026 successfully matched daily bilateral (DB) contracts for all seven days of the week — Monday through Sunday — across multiple delivery blocks, each transacting at a uniform price of Rs. 6,500 per MWh. Individual block volumes ranged from 672 MWh to 1,080 MWh, with each trade concluded between single buy and sell counterparties. The consistent price across all contracts signals that medium-term forward pricing has stabilised well below the spot ceiling.
8IEX RTM sees demand surge week-on-week; 3 June buy bids top 453,825 MWh
Weekly RTM data from IEX covering 28 May-4 June 2026 shows buy bids climbing from 218,331 MWh on 29 May to 453,825 MWh on 3 June, reflecting accelerating short-term demand. Cleared volumes ranged from 150,395 MWh (2 June) to 239,576 MWh (30 May), while the average MCP for the week's peak day of 3 June reached Rs. 5,739 per MWh. The 4 June session showed a sharp buy-volume drop to 139,858 MWh alongside a MCP of Rs. 6,392 per MWh, indicating sellers dominated intra-day trading by end of the week. Details
824 plants flagged critical on coal: APGENCO's Rayalaseema at 19% stock, TSGENCO at 27% normative
CEA's Daily Coal Stock Report as on 2 June 2026 (covering 190 plants with 222,698 MW capacity) shows 24 plants with critical coal stocks. The grand total actual stock stands at 48,527,400 tonnes against a normative requirement of 75,271,400 tonnes — 64% coverage nationally. Rayalaseema TPS (APGENCO, 1,650 MW) is the most stressed at only 19% of normative stock with 139,700 tonnes, while TSGENCO collectively holds 27% of normative stock. SJVNL's Buxar TPP is the most critical single unit at 14% coverage.
8India's coal fleet at 90.6% utilisation on 2 June; gas/liquid fleet slumps to 61.6%
CEA Sub-Report 16 for 2 June 2026 shows that India's 222,698 MW coal-based fleet achieved 90.57% capacity utilisation relative to online capacity, generating a net 181,874 MW. The 6,620 MW lignite fleet performed at 89.18%, while gas/liquid (20,122 MW) lagged badly at 61.63% of capacity on line. Nuclear availability was 86.45% of online capacity at 7,071 MW net. Hydro achieved 84.87% relative to online capacity at 35,609 MW net of 41,957 MW online.
8NTPC's Vindhyachal at 4,760 MW tops generation league; Dadri on low schedule as five units offline
CEA's NTPC station-level Sub-Report 9 for 2 June 2026 shows Vindhyachal STPS (4,760 MW) as NTPC's largest generating station with 875.3 MW coal stock and cumulative production well above plan. DADRI (NCTPP, 1,840 MW) had five units on reserve or scheduled shutdown, with 500 MW off due to water wall tube leakage (Unit 5 since 30 May) and capacity under outage totalling 1,340 MW, limiting actual output to 13.17 MU against a programme of 27.77 MU. Koldam hydro (800 MW) generated only 6.08 MU versus a programme of 17.67 MU.
8Haryana's HPGCL beats generation target by 7.16% cumulative; UP's UPRVUNL lags 3.13%
CEA's detailed station-wise generation report for 2 June 2026 shows that Haryana's HPGCL (2,510 MW capacity) ran 7.16% ahead of cumulative target with 2,323 MU versus a programme of 2,168 MU. In contrast, Uttar Pradesh's UPRVUNL (9,117 MW) lagged its annual target by 3.13%, generating 9,067 MU against a programme of 9,359 MU. Rajasthan's state utilities showed cumulative over-generation of 7,336 MU versus a programme of 7,933 MU, a deviation of -7.53%.
8Rajasthan over-generates by 27 MU on 2 June; Himachal Pradesh falls 38% short of daily target
CEA Sub-Report 4 for 2 June 2026 reveals wide regional disparities: Rajasthan's combined utilities produced 140.56 MU against a 113.39 MU programme, overshooting by 23.96%. Himachal Pradesh (988 MW monitored) delivered only 9.45 MU against a programme of 15.23 MU — a shortfall of 37.95%. Private Adani units in the Northern grid generated 27.55 MU, overshooting their 22.10 MU programme by 24.66%. Delhi's thermal plants slightly exceeded their programme, generating 12.83 MU versus 11.67 MU.
GAS & LNG
8HPX RTM records zero clearance on 3 June 2026 despite 2,945 MWh in buy bids
The HPX Real-Time Market (RTM) on 3 June 2026 posted zero cleared volume across all 96 time blocks for the entire day, even though purchase bids totalled 2,945 MWh. Sell-side participation was completely absent, leaving buy interest entirely unmatched. For context, the previous day (2 June) had only 5 MWh cleared at Rs. 10,000 per MWh, highlighting the persistent supply shortage on HPX's real-time platform, which has now recorded minimal or zero clearance for multiple consecutive sessions.
8PXIL IDAS posts 2,276 MWh in sell bids on 3 June; no trades clear for third straight day
PXIL's Intra-Day Ancillary Services (IDAS) market on 3 June 2026 received sell bids of 2,276.25 MWh but recorded zero cleared volume and no settled MCP, consistent with the prior two days (1 June: zero clearing; 2 June: zero clearing). The weekly data shows the only cleared trade in the IDAS window occurred on 30 May, when 100 MWh was settled at Rs. 10,000 per MWh. On 4 June, 1,511 MWh of sell bids were matched by 1,600 MWh of buy bids — suggesting potential clearing imminent.
E-AUCTION & PRICING
8PXIL RTM clears 937.5 MWh on 3 June at Rs. 10,000/MWh; purchase bids surge to 23,423 MWh
The PXIL RTM for 3 June 2026 settled 937.5 MWh at a weighted average price of Rs. 10,000 per MWh, against a purchase bid volume of 23,422.5 MWh and sell availability of 1,150 MWh. Clearing was confined to hours 1 and 2 of the delivery day (00:00-02:00), with 2,700 MWh and 2,600 MWh dispatched per hour respectively at the price ceiling. For comparison, 2 June cleared 1,150 MWh at Rs. 10,000 per MWh, and the 28 May session — the week's largest — cleared 2,315.93 MWh at Rs. 10,000 per MWh from 2,400 MWh available.
8HPX DAM clears just 301.63 MWh on 3 June; only two early-morning hours active at Rs. 20,000/MWh
The HPX Day-Ahead Market (DAM) cleared only 301.63 MWh on 3 June 2026, with market activity confined entirely to the first two hours of midnight, during which the Market Clearing Price held at Rs. 20,000 per MWh — double the IEX cap. In hour 1, purchase bids of 486.48 MWh were matched against sell bids of 2,382.90 MWh for 15 MWh; hour 2 cleared another 15 MWh. All remaining 22 hours of the day saw zero clearance, underscoring the exchange's nascent liquidity profile.
8PXIL DSM clears only midnight sell blocks at Rs. 10,000/MWh on 3 June; no buys all day
The PXIL Deviation Settlement Mechanism (DSM) market on 3 June 2026 recorded sell-side activity exclusively in the first eight 15-minute blocks (00:00-02:00), with cleared sell volumes of 400 MW in the first four blocks and 300 MW in the next four, all at a price of Rs. 10,000 per MWh. From 02:00 onwards, both buy and sell clearances were zero for all remaining 88 blocks of the 24-hour period. No buy-side clearing was observed at any time during the day.
8HPX DAM clears 2,246 MWh in a week at Rs. 20,000/MWh; only two active days
The HPX DAM's weekly report (28 May-4 June 2026) shows that clearing occurred on only two days — 3 June (301.63 MWh) and 4 June (1,944.43 MWh) — while 28 May through 2 June recorded zero volume. The exchange's MCP held at Rs. 20,000 per MWh on both active days, revealing that demand consistently overwhelmed available supply. Total weekly cleared volume of 2,246.06 MWh was supported by total sell bids of 525,790 MWh, but buy-side participation at just 11,204 MWh remained a binding constraint on market depth.
8IEX GDAM weighted MCP eases from Rs. 4,511 on 28 May to Rs. 3,941 on 4 June
The IEX Green Day-Ahead Market's weekly snapshot (28 May-4 June 2026) shows total cleared volume of 3,503-3,834 MWh per day across the tracked period. The weighted MCP was highest on 28 May at Rs. 4,511 per MWh and fell to Rs. 3,941 per MWh by 4 June, suggesting increasing green power availability toward the end of the period. On 3 June the total MCV stood at 3,503.84 MWh at a weighted MCP of Rs. 4,313 per MWh, while buy-side interest remained strong at over 1.90 lakh MWh on 28 May.
8IEX GTAM trades DAC contracts at Rs. 10,000/MWh on 3 June; 96 blocks executed
The IEX Green Term-Ahead Market (GTAM) on 3 June 2026 executed day-ahead contingency (DAC) contracts across 96 time blocks, all at the ceiling price of Rs. 10,000 per MWh. Each block recorded a single trade with matched buy and sell volumes, with the highest single-block volume in hour 2 reaching approximately 3.40 MWh. The uniform ceiling MCP across all blocks indicates strong unsatisfied demand for guaranteed green power across the entire 24-hour delivery window.
8IEX TAM clears daily bilateral contracts at Rs. 6,500/MWh on 3 June across 7 days
The IEX Term-Ahead Market (TAM) on 3 June 2026 successfully matched daily bilateral (DB) contracts for all seven days of the week — Monday through Sunday — across multiple delivery blocks, each transacting at a uniform price of Rs. 6,500 per MWh. Individual block volumes ranged from 672 MWh to 1,080 MWh, with each trade concluded between single buy and sell counterparties. The consistent price across all contracts signals that medium-term forward pricing has stabilised well below the spot ceiling.
8IEX RTM sees demand surge week-on-week; 3 June buy bids top 453,825 MWh
Weekly RTM data from IEX covering 28 May-4 June 2026 shows buy bids climbing from 218,331 MWh on 29 May to 453,825 MWh on 3 June, reflecting accelerating short-term demand. Cleared volumes ranged from 150,395 MWh (2 June) to 239,576 MWh (30 May), while the average MCP for the week's peak day of 3 June reached Rs. 5,739 per MWh. The 4 June session showed a sharp buy-volume drop to 139,858 MWh alongside a MCP of Rs. 6,392 per MWh, indicating sellers dominated intra-day trading by end of the week. Details
NEWS UPDATE: GRID OPERATIONS & POWER SUPPLY
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PEAK DEMAND & GRID FREQUENCY
8IEX DAM clears 153,647 MWh on 3 June, average MCP hits Rs. 5,536/MWh
The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) Day-Ahead Market settled 153,647 MWh of power for delivery on 3 June 2026, against a total purchase bid volume of 389,722 MWh and sell bid volume of 464,998 MWh. The weighted average Market Clearing Price (MCP) for the day stood at Rs. 5,554 per MWh. Prices ranged sharply from a day-low of Rs. 1,537 per MWh during midday solar surplus hours (10:30-11:45 AM) to a peak of Rs. 10,000 per MWh during early-morning and late-evening hours when demand significantly outstripped supply.
8IEX DAM weekly MCP rises to Rs. 5,619 on 4 June as buy bids surge to 441,857 MWh
The IEX Day-Ahead Market's weekly data for 28 May-4 June 2026 shows the Market Clearing Price trending upward from a low of Rs. 2,818 per MWh on 31 May to Rs. 5,619 per MWh on 4 June 2026. Total volume cleared across the eight-day window amounted to 1,186,163 MWh, with weekly average cleared volume of 148,270 MWh per day. The largest day by purchase bids was 4 June at 441,857 MWh, indicating a notable demand pick-up compared to the 228,530 MWh minimum recorded on 31 May.
8IEX RTM clears 154,446 MWh on 3 June, MCP averages Rs. 5,739/MWh — week's highest
The IEX Real-Time Market (RTM) dispatched 154,446 MWh on 3 June 2026, the highest cleared volume in the week spanning 28 May-4 June, against purchase bids of 453,825 MWh and sell bids of 301,062 MWh. The average MCP of Rs. 5,739 per MWh was also the week's peak, signalling tighter supply conditions on 3 June compared with prior days. At the block level, prices held at the maximum of Rs. 10,000 per MWh throughout the midnight and early-morning sessions (hours 0-2).
8Southern grid meets 54,799 MW evening peak and 1,279 MU day energy demand on 3 June with zero shortage
Grid Controller of India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre (SRLDC) reported zero power shortage on 3 June 2026, with the Southern Region meeting an evening peak demand of 54,799 MW and off-peak demand of 47,962 MW. Total day energy consumption was 1,279.12 MU across the six southern utilities — Tamil Nadu (405.9 MU), Karnataka (274.44 MU), Andhra Pradesh (251.19 MU), Telangana (244.69 MU), Kerala (91.18 MU), and Puducherry (11.72 MU). Solar generation contributed 122.93 MU and wind contributed 97.11 MU.
8Northern grid meets 79,275 MW evening peak and 1,731 MU day energy on 3 June; Haryana short 1.15 MU
Grid Controller of India's Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre (NRLDC) reported the Northern Region met an evening peak demand of 79,275 MW and total day energy of 1,731 MU on 3 June 2026, with only Haryana recording a minor shortage of 1.15 MU. Uttar Pradesh led regional generation at 374.24 MU net, followed by Rajasthan at 256.88 MU. The Region operated at 50.057 Hz at the evening peak and 50.047 Hz at off-peak, with no significant frequency deviations reported.
8Eastern grid meets 31,083 MW evening peak and 724.48 MU day energy on 3 June; Bihar short 0.47 MU
Grid Controller of India's Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre (ERLDC) reported the Eastern Region met an evening peak demand of 31,083 MW and consumed 724.48 MU on 3 June 2026, with only Bihar recording a minor shortage of 0.47 MU. West Bengal was the largest consumer at 275.66 MU, followed by Bihar (179.51 MU), Odisha (142.01 MU), and Jharkhand (53.58 MU). Regional thermal generation contributed 379.22 MU net, with DVC as a key generator at 113.62 MU.
8Western grid sets 70,903 MW evening peak and 1,690 MU day energy on 3 June with near-zero shortage
Grid Controller of India's Western Regional Load Despatch Centre (WRLDC) reported the Western Region cleared an evening peak demand of 70,903 MW and consumed 1,690.3 MU on 3 June 2026, with an inconsequential surplus/shortage of -0.97 MU at the day level. Chhattisgarh (123.5 MU), Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat were among the major consuming states, with the region operating at 50.09 Hz at the evening peak and 50.05 Hz at off-peak, reflecting stable grid conditions.
8North Eastern grid meets 3,583 MW evening peak demand on 3 June with zero shortage; Tripura consumption at 7.14 MU
Grid Controller of India's North Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre (NERLDC) reported that the North Eastern Region met all demand on 3 June 2026 with zero shortage, clearing an evening peak of 3,583 MW and total day energy of 70.64 MU. Assam led regional consumption at 45.94 MU, followed by Tripura (7.14 MU) and Meghalaya (5.62 MU). Regional hydro and gas generation totalled only 11.85 MU, with the rest met through scheduled drawals from the national grid.
8All India frequency on 3 June averaged 49.985 Hz; peak excursion to 50.279 Hz recorded at 18:02:30
Grid Controller of India's NLDC frequency profile for 3 June 2026 shows an all-India average frequency of 49.985 Hz with a Frequency Variation Index of 0.1197 and a standard deviation of 0.1083 Hz. The frequency peaked at 50.279 Hz at 18:02:30 and fell to a minimum of 49.451 Hz at 00:36:00. The grid spent 36.52% of the day within the tight 49.97-50.03 Hz band, while 29.33% of the time the frequency was below 49.97 Hz, and 19.38% above 50.05 Hz.
8NLDC system reliability report: zero ATC violations recorded on all inter-regional corridors on 3 June
Grid Controller of India's NLDC reported zero Available Transfer Capability (ATC) violations and zero N-1 criteria violations across all five inter-regional corridors — WR-NR, ER-NR, NR import, NEW-SR, and NER import — on 3 June 2026. The all-India voltage profile remained broadly within IEGC limits for the day, reflecting stable grid operating conditions despite the high demand period of the summer season.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8Eastern Region's 61,163 MWh over-injection triggers Rs. 41.85 crore deviation charge in NERPC's Rs. 57.34 crore ABT pool for 18-24 May 2026
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee (NERPC), Shillong, issued its provisional Deviation Settlement Mechanism (DSM) statement for the week of 18-24 May 2026, recording total payables to the deviation and ancillary service pool of Rs. 43.36 crore against total pool payouts of Rs. 57.34 crore — leaving a weekly pool surplus of Rs. 13.98 crore. The single largest contributor was the Eastern Region inter-regional link, which over-injected by 61,163.58 MWh against a zero schedule, incurring a deviation charge of Rs. 41.85 crore.
8Ranganadi leads NE generators with Rs. 4.70 lakh reactive energy recovery at 6 paise/kVArH; AGBPP owes Rs. 69,984 to NERPC pool for 18-24 May
NERPC's provisional Reactive Energy Account for 18-24 May 2026 — governed by CERC IEGC Regulation 2023 at a rate of 6.0 paise/kVArH effective 1 October 2025 — shows Assam as the largest net payer at Rs. 42,211 to the pool, followed by Mizoram (Rs. 44,466). Among CERC-regulated generators, AGBPP is the biggest net debtor at Rs. 69,984 payable to the pool. The largest net receiver is Ranganadi at Rs. 4,69,809 from the pool on account of capacitive reactive absorption on its 400 kV BNC links.
8BGTPP faces Rs. 2.18 crore net recovery by NERPC pool as security-constrained scheduling cuts its output 2,365 MWh; AGTCCPP earns Rs. 32.4 lakh
NERPC's provisional Security Constrained Unit Commitment (SCUC) account for 18-24 May 2026 records a combined net amount of Rs. 1.56 crore receivable by the Regional Deviation and Ancillary Service Pool from SCUC generators. BGTPP's SCUC-driven decrement of 2,365.59 MWh generates a net pool receivable of Rs. 64.44 lakh, while in the combined SRAS/TRAS/SCUC consolidated statement, BGTPP has the largest total net liability at Rs. 2.18 crore. AGTCCPP is the biggest net earner at Rs. 58.21 lakh.
8BGTPP achieves only 56-77% SRAS performance on key days, earns net Rs. 5.05 lakh from pool; AGBPP accrues Rs. 1.23 crore TRAS revenue for 18-24 May
NERPC's provisional Secondary Reserve Ancillary Service (SRAS) and Tertiary Reserve Ancillary Service (TRAS) account for 18-24 May 2026 shows BGTPP's actual SRAS performance ranging from 56.4% on 23 May to 76.7% on 18 May, against 100% on multiple days for Kopili. On the TRAS side, AGBPP_APM provided 2,276.27 MWh of TRAS Up, earning Rs. 1.23 crore net from the pool. BGTPP was predominantly a TRAS Down provider (5,212.87 MWh), resulting in a net pool payable of Rs. 1.59 crore.
8Odisha's UIHEP Mukhiguda leads state hydro output at 268 MW average generation on 2 June 2026
The daily reservoir and generation report of OHPC for 2 June 2026 shows the Upper Indravati HEP (UIHEP) at Mukhiguda recording the highest average generation of 268.29 MW with equivalent energy of 6.44 MU and a peak output of 591.5 MW, with reservoir level at 630.31 M against FRL of 642 M. The Balimela HEP (BHEP) generated 247.83 MW average (5.95 MU equivalent), while the Rengali HEP averaged 51.62 MW. Chipilma HEP operated at 15.25 MW average due to a runner blade problem on one unit.
8Bhakra reservoir at 481.77 M (91% FRL) as Tehri drops to 741 M; 24 key hydro reservoirs surveyed
CEA's daily hydro reservoir report for 2 June 2026 shows Bhakra reservoir in Himachal Pradesh at 481.77 m (Full Reservoir Level: 513.59 m), with 2,270.87 MCM of water content versus full capacity of 6,516 MCM. Tehri in Uttarakhand stood at just 741.13 m against an FRL of 829.79 m, with energy content of only 6.85 MU against a full-level capacity of 1,291 MU. The Sardar Sarovar (Gujarat) and Ranjit Sagar (Punjab) reservoirs showed levels of 128.26 m and 513.14 m respectively.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8Southern Region records 8 forced transmission outages on 3 June, including Alamathy Bus Bar Protection trip
SRLDC's Forced Outage Report for 3 June 2026 recorded 8 transmission forced outages in the Southern Region, including the 400 kV Kalvendapattu-Vallur-1 line (POWERGRID) which had been out since 28 May due to a Y-N fault before being restored at 12:21, and four lines and a transformer at the Alamathy 400 kV substation (TANTRANSCO) that tripped due to Bus Bar Protection operation at 18:00-18:05 hours. The North Chennai TPS Stage-III 800 MW unit (Unit 6) also tripped at 18:34 on 3 June due to evacuation of transmission lines.
8NLDC schedules 34-generator dispatch for 4 June, led by NPGC at 1,019 MW and North Karanpura at 810 MW
The National Load Despatch Centre (NLDC) published its Security Constrained Unit Commitment (SCUC) schedule for 4 June 2026, listing 34 generators. NPGC leads the schedule at 1,018.97 MW with an ECR of 290.9 paise/kWh, followed by North Karanpura STPS at 810.04 MW (208.8 paise/kWh), Tanda-2 at 594.65 MW, and Kahalgaon Stage 2 at 548.93 MW. Vindhyachal STPS across its five stages contributes a combined scheduled capacity of about 1,095 MW at ECRs of 210-215 paise/kWh.
8Eastern Region generation outages on 3 June include KHSTPP 210 MW and Barh 660 MW forced failures
The Eastern Region daily generation outage report for 3 June 2026 listed two major central sector forced outages: KHSTPP Unit 4 (210 MW, Bihar, NTPC) due to boiler tube leakage from 2 June, and Barh STPS Unit 3 (660 MW, Bihar, NTPC) also from boiler tube leakage, both expected to revive on 4 June. On the state sector side, Balimela HPS Units 5 and 6 (60 MW each, Odisha, OHPC) remain under planned maintenance with revival scheduled as late as 16 July 2026.
829 units recommissioned on 2 June, including NTPC's Indira Gandhi STPP 500 MW unit and 6 Jalipa Kapurdi TPP units
CEA Sub-Report 14 for 2 June 2026 records 29 generating units synchronised back to the grid after outages. The most significant recommissioning was NTPC's Indira Gandhi STPP (Haryana) Unit 2 (500 MW), which returned after a generator miscellaneous maintenance outage. Six of the eight units at Rajasthan's Jalipa Kapurdi TPP (135 MW each) also returned following a grid disturbance on 1 June. Jawaharpur STPP Unit 1 (660 MW, UP) recommissioned after a low-schedule outage, and Obra TPS Unit 9 (200 MW) returned after a boiler miscellaneous problem. Details
8IEX DAM clears 153,647 MWh on 3 June, average MCP hits Rs. 5,536/MWh
The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) Day-Ahead Market settled 153,647 MWh of power for delivery on 3 June 2026, against a total purchase bid volume of 389,722 MWh and sell bid volume of 464,998 MWh. The weighted average Market Clearing Price (MCP) for the day stood at Rs. 5,554 per MWh. Prices ranged sharply from a day-low of Rs. 1,537 per MWh during midday solar surplus hours (10:30-11:45 AM) to a peak of Rs. 10,000 per MWh during early-morning and late-evening hours when demand significantly outstripped supply.
8IEX DAM weekly MCP rises to Rs. 5,619 on 4 June as buy bids surge to 441,857 MWh
The IEX Day-Ahead Market's weekly data for 28 May-4 June 2026 shows the Market Clearing Price trending upward from a low of Rs. 2,818 per MWh on 31 May to Rs. 5,619 per MWh on 4 June 2026. Total volume cleared across the eight-day window amounted to 1,186,163 MWh, with weekly average cleared volume of 148,270 MWh per day. The largest day by purchase bids was 4 June at 441,857 MWh, indicating a notable demand pick-up compared to the 228,530 MWh minimum recorded on 31 May.
8IEX RTM clears 154,446 MWh on 3 June, MCP averages Rs. 5,739/MWh — week's highest
The IEX Real-Time Market (RTM) dispatched 154,446 MWh on 3 June 2026, the highest cleared volume in the week spanning 28 May-4 June, against purchase bids of 453,825 MWh and sell bids of 301,062 MWh. The average MCP of Rs. 5,739 per MWh was also the week's peak, signalling tighter supply conditions on 3 June compared with prior days. At the block level, prices held at the maximum of Rs. 10,000 per MWh throughout the midnight and early-morning sessions (hours 0-2).
8Southern grid meets 54,799 MW evening peak and 1,279 MU day energy demand on 3 June with zero shortage
Grid Controller of India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre (SRLDC) reported zero power shortage on 3 June 2026, with the Southern Region meeting an evening peak demand of 54,799 MW and off-peak demand of 47,962 MW. Total day energy consumption was 1,279.12 MU across the six southern utilities — Tamil Nadu (405.9 MU), Karnataka (274.44 MU), Andhra Pradesh (251.19 MU), Telangana (244.69 MU), Kerala (91.18 MU), and Puducherry (11.72 MU). Solar generation contributed 122.93 MU and wind contributed 97.11 MU.
8Northern grid meets 79,275 MW evening peak and 1,731 MU day energy on 3 June; Haryana short 1.15 MU
Grid Controller of India's Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre (NRLDC) reported the Northern Region met an evening peak demand of 79,275 MW and total day energy of 1,731 MU on 3 June 2026, with only Haryana recording a minor shortage of 1.15 MU. Uttar Pradesh led regional generation at 374.24 MU net, followed by Rajasthan at 256.88 MU. The Region operated at 50.057 Hz at the evening peak and 50.047 Hz at off-peak, with no significant frequency deviations reported.
8Eastern grid meets 31,083 MW evening peak and 724.48 MU day energy on 3 June; Bihar short 0.47 MU
Grid Controller of India's Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre (ERLDC) reported the Eastern Region met an evening peak demand of 31,083 MW and consumed 724.48 MU on 3 June 2026, with only Bihar recording a minor shortage of 0.47 MU. West Bengal was the largest consumer at 275.66 MU, followed by Bihar (179.51 MU), Odisha (142.01 MU), and Jharkhand (53.58 MU). Regional thermal generation contributed 379.22 MU net, with DVC as a key generator at 113.62 MU.
8Western grid sets 70,903 MW evening peak and 1,690 MU day energy on 3 June with near-zero shortage
Grid Controller of India's Western Regional Load Despatch Centre (WRLDC) reported the Western Region cleared an evening peak demand of 70,903 MW and consumed 1,690.3 MU on 3 June 2026, with an inconsequential surplus/shortage of -0.97 MU at the day level. Chhattisgarh (123.5 MU), Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat were among the major consuming states, with the region operating at 50.09 Hz at the evening peak and 50.05 Hz at off-peak, reflecting stable grid conditions.
8North Eastern grid meets 3,583 MW evening peak demand on 3 June with zero shortage; Tripura consumption at 7.14 MU
Grid Controller of India's North Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre (NERLDC) reported that the North Eastern Region met all demand on 3 June 2026 with zero shortage, clearing an evening peak of 3,583 MW and total day energy of 70.64 MU. Assam led regional consumption at 45.94 MU, followed by Tripura (7.14 MU) and Meghalaya (5.62 MU). Regional hydro and gas generation totalled only 11.85 MU, with the rest met through scheduled drawals from the national grid.
8All India frequency on 3 June averaged 49.985 Hz; peak excursion to 50.279 Hz recorded at 18:02:30
Grid Controller of India's NLDC frequency profile for 3 June 2026 shows an all-India average frequency of 49.985 Hz with a Frequency Variation Index of 0.1197 and a standard deviation of 0.1083 Hz. The frequency peaked at 50.279 Hz at 18:02:30 and fell to a minimum of 49.451 Hz at 00:36:00. The grid spent 36.52% of the day within the tight 49.97-50.03 Hz band, while 29.33% of the time the frequency was below 49.97 Hz, and 19.38% above 50.05 Hz.
8NLDC system reliability report: zero ATC violations recorded on all inter-regional corridors on 3 June
Grid Controller of India's NLDC reported zero Available Transfer Capability (ATC) violations and zero N-1 criteria violations across all five inter-regional corridors — WR-NR, ER-NR, NR import, NEW-SR, and NER import — on 3 June 2026. The all-India voltage profile remained broadly within IEGC limits for the day, reflecting stable grid operating conditions despite the high demand period of the summer season.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8Eastern Region's 61,163 MWh over-injection triggers Rs. 41.85 crore deviation charge in NERPC's Rs. 57.34 crore ABT pool for 18-24 May 2026
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee (NERPC), Shillong, issued its provisional Deviation Settlement Mechanism (DSM) statement for the week of 18-24 May 2026, recording total payables to the deviation and ancillary service pool of Rs. 43.36 crore against total pool payouts of Rs. 57.34 crore — leaving a weekly pool surplus of Rs. 13.98 crore. The single largest contributor was the Eastern Region inter-regional link, which over-injected by 61,163.58 MWh against a zero schedule, incurring a deviation charge of Rs. 41.85 crore.
8Ranganadi leads NE generators with Rs. 4.70 lakh reactive energy recovery at 6 paise/kVArH; AGBPP owes Rs. 69,984 to NERPC pool for 18-24 May
NERPC's provisional Reactive Energy Account for 18-24 May 2026 — governed by CERC IEGC Regulation 2023 at a rate of 6.0 paise/kVArH effective 1 October 2025 — shows Assam as the largest net payer at Rs. 42,211 to the pool, followed by Mizoram (Rs. 44,466). Among CERC-regulated generators, AGBPP is the biggest net debtor at Rs. 69,984 payable to the pool. The largest net receiver is Ranganadi at Rs. 4,69,809 from the pool on account of capacitive reactive absorption on its 400 kV BNC links.
8BGTPP faces Rs. 2.18 crore net recovery by NERPC pool as security-constrained scheduling cuts its output 2,365 MWh; AGTCCPP earns Rs. 32.4 lakh
NERPC's provisional Security Constrained Unit Commitment (SCUC) account for 18-24 May 2026 records a combined net amount of Rs. 1.56 crore receivable by the Regional Deviation and Ancillary Service Pool from SCUC generators. BGTPP's SCUC-driven decrement of 2,365.59 MWh generates a net pool receivable of Rs. 64.44 lakh, while in the combined SRAS/TRAS/SCUC consolidated statement, BGTPP has the largest total net liability at Rs. 2.18 crore. AGTCCPP is the biggest net earner at Rs. 58.21 lakh.
8BGTPP achieves only 56-77% SRAS performance on key days, earns net Rs. 5.05 lakh from pool; AGBPP accrues Rs. 1.23 crore TRAS revenue for 18-24 May
NERPC's provisional Secondary Reserve Ancillary Service (SRAS) and Tertiary Reserve Ancillary Service (TRAS) account for 18-24 May 2026 shows BGTPP's actual SRAS performance ranging from 56.4% on 23 May to 76.7% on 18 May, against 100% on multiple days for Kopili. On the TRAS side, AGBPP_APM provided 2,276.27 MWh of TRAS Up, earning Rs. 1.23 crore net from the pool. BGTPP was predominantly a TRAS Down provider (5,212.87 MWh), resulting in a net pool payable of Rs. 1.59 crore.
8Odisha's UIHEP Mukhiguda leads state hydro output at 268 MW average generation on 2 June 2026
The daily reservoir and generation report of OHPC for 2 June 2026 shows the Upper Indravati HEP (UIHEP) at Mukhiguda recording the highest average generation of 268.29 MW with equivalent energy of 6.44 MU and a peak output of 591.5 MW, with reservoir level at 630.31 M against FRL of 642 M. The Balimela HEP (BHEP) generated 247.83 MW average (5.95 MU equivalent), while the Rengali HEP averaged 51.62 MW. Chipilma HEP operated at 15.25 MW average due to a runner blade problem on one unit.
8Bhakra reservoir at 481.77 M (91% FRL) as Tehri drops to 741 M; 24 key hydro reservoirs surveyed
CEA's daily hydro reservoir report for 2 June 2026 shows Bhakra reservoir in Himachal Pradesh at 481.77 m (Full Reservoir Level: 513.59 m), with 2,270.87 MCM of water content versus full capacity of 6,516 MCM. Tehri in Uttarakhand stood at just 741.13 m against an FRL of 829.79 m, with energy content of only 6.85 MU against a full-level capacity of 1,291 MU. The Sardar Sarovar (Gujarat) and Ranjit Sagar (Punjab) reservoirs showed levels of 128.26 m and 513.14 m respectively.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8Southern Region records 8 forced transmission outages on 3 June, including Alamathy Bus Bar Protection trip
SRLDC's Forced Outage Report for 3 June 2026 recorded 8 transmission forced outages in the Southern Region, including the 400 kV Kalvendapattu-Vallur-1 line (POWERGRID) which had been out since 28 May due to a Y-N fault before being restored at 12:21, and four lines and a transformer at the Alamathy 400 kV substation (TANTRANSCO) that tripped due to Bus Bar Protection operation at 18:00-18:05 hours. The North Chennai TPS Stage-III 800 MW unit (Unit 6) also tripped at 18:34 on 3 June due to evacuation of transmission lines.
8NLDC schedules 34-generator dispatch for 4 June, led by NPGC at 1,019 MW and North Karanpura at 810 MW
The National Load Despatch Centre (NLDC) published its Security Constrained Unit Commitment (SCUC) schedule for 4 June 2026, listing 34 generators. NPGC leads the schedule at 1,018.97 MW with an ECR of 290.9 paise/kWh, followed by North Karanpura STPS at 810.04 MW (208.8 paise/kWh), Tanda-2 at 594.65 MW, and Kahalgaon Stage 2 at 548.93 MW. Vindhyachal STPS across its five stages contributes a combined scheduled capacity of about 1,095 MW at ECRs of 210-215 paise/kWh.
8Eastern Region generation outages on 3 June include KHSTPP 210 MW and Barh 660 MW forced failures
The Eastern Region daily generation outage report for 3 June 2026 listed two major central sector forced outages: KHSTPP Unit 4 (210 MW, Bihar, NTPC) due to boiler tube leakage from 2 June, and Barh STPS Unit 3 (660 MW, Bihar, NTPC) also from boiler tube leakage, both expected to revive on 4 June. On the state sector side, Balimela HPS Units 5 and 6 (60 MW each, Odisha, OHPC) remain under planned maintenance with revival scheduled as late as 16 July 2026.
829 units recommissioned on 2 June, including NTPC's Indira Gandhi STPP 500 MW unit and 6 Jalipa Kapurdi TPP units
CEA Sub-Report 14 for 2 June 2026 records 29 generating units synchronised back to the grid after outages. The most significant recommissioning was NTPC's Indira Gandhi STPP (Haryana) Unit 2 (500 MW), which returned after a generator miscellaneous maintenance outage. Six of the eight units at Rajasthan's Jalipa Kapurdi TPP (135 MW each) also returned following a grid disturbance on 1 June. Jawaharpur STPP Unit 1 (660 MW, UP) recommissioned after a low-schedule outage, and Obra TPS Unit 9 (200 MW) returned after a boiler miscellaneous problem. Details
NEWS UPDATE: POLICY & GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Jun 04:
MINISTRY OF POWER
8Haryana Energy Minister orders prior intimation for all HVPNL payments exceeding Rs. 1 crore
The Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL) issued Memo No. 752 dated 1 June 2026, directing compliance with the Haryana Energy Minister's instruction that no final payment exceeding Rs. 1 crore — related to any project, scheme, or matter involving financial burden on the state exchequer — shall be released without prior intimation or approval of the Minister. The circular exempts routine/regular payments, court-mandated payments, and turnkey or material procurement at head office level.
8NLDC reports net SCED payout of Rs. 23.94 crore to national pool in April 2026 on 3.65 lakh MWh incremental dispatch
The National Load Despatch Centre (NLDC) released its National Security-Constrained Economic Dispatch (SCED) Monthly Statement for April 2026, showing all-India total incremental SCED dispatch of 3,65,323.93 MWh against a decremental dispatch of 3,90,382.64 MWh. Total charges payable to SCED generators from the National Pool amounted to Rs. 1,15,33,11,088, while charges refundable by generators stood at Rs. 1,39,27,51,276, resulting in a net payable from generators to the National Pool of Rs. 23.94 crore. Farakka STPP-I&II recorded the highest net receipt at Rs. 5.17 crore.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8India's total monitored power generation falls short of target by 5,661 MU in Apr-Jun cumulative
CEA's Sub-Report 1 for 2 June 2026 shows India's total monitored power generation at 289,251 MU cumulatively from 1 April to date, against a programme of 294,911 MU — a shortfall of 5,661 MU or 1.92%. On the day itself, actual generation of 4,722 MU tracked closely against the programme of 4,768 MU. The Northern Region lagged the most on a cumulative basis at -5,019 MU (-6.73%), while nuclear power was the only segment ahead of target, posting a year-to-date actual of 11,217 MU against a programme of 11,066 MU (+1.36%).
845,600 MW of India's 310,774 MW monitored capacity was offline on 2 June — Southern Region worst affected
The CEA All India capacity availability summary for 2 June 2026 shows total capacity under maintenance at 45,600 MW out of 310,774 MW monitored capacity nationally, leaving 265,174 MW online. The Southern Region had the largest maintenance burden at 14,312 MW offline, followed by the Western Region at 13,540 MW, Northern at 12,040 MW, and Eastern at 4,865 MW. Forced outages accounted for 29,240 MW of the total nationally, with the Western Region contributing 8,404 MW of forced capacity off-grid.
8India's thermal availability at 89.5% and hydro at 80.7% on 2 June; Southern thermal lags at 80.5%
CEA Sub-Report 5 for 2 June 2026 reveals an all-India thermal availability ratio (excluding gas and diesel) of 89.46%, with 205,675 MW online out of 229,902 MW stabilised capacity. Nuclear availability was 93.17% (8,180 MW of 8,780 MW). Hydro availability nationally stood at 80.74% (41,957 MW of 51,965 MW). The Southern Region underperformed most significantly, with thermal at 80.52% and nuclear at 86.75%. The North Eastern region's thermal was 100% available at 750 MW of 750 MW.
8NTPC's all-India generation misses target by 2,143 MU cumulative; Eastern Region ahead by 14.61 MU on the day
CEA Sub-Report 8 for 2 June 2026 shows NTPC's total monitored capacity of 60,007 MW (with 49,784 MW available) generating 1,034.75 MU on the day against a programme of 1,047.58 MU — a shortfall of 12.83 MU. Cumulatively from 1 April, NTPC generated 64,232 MU versus a target of 66,374 MU, undershooting by 2,143 MU or 3.23%. The Southern Region was the only positive performer year-to-date, running 481 MU ahead of plan (+5.46%), while the Northern Region posted the steepest shortfall, down 1,093 MU (-8.46%).
815,547 MW under minor forced maintenance nationwide on 2 June; TSGENCO's Yadadri 800 MW among worst-affected
CEA's Sub-Report 10 for 2 June 2026 tallies total capacity under maintenance nationally at 24,827 MW: 3,484 MW on planned maintenance, 5,796 MW on major forced outage, and 15,547 MW on minor forced outage. The Western Region bore the heaviest burden with 1,671 MW of major and 4,270 MW of minor forced outages. Southern Region had 2,800 MW of major forced outages, including Telangana's TSGENCO Yadadri TPS Unit 4 (800 MW, off since 30 April due to economiser tube leakage).
829,986 MW of thermal capacity has been off India's grid for over 15 days in 2026-27
CEA's Sub-Report 12 documents thermal and nuclear units out of service for more than 15 consecutive days in FY 2026-27 as on 2 June 2026, totalling 29,986 MW of stranded capacity. Among notable long-running outages are Rajiv Gandhi TPS Unit 2 (600 MW, off since October 2025 for turbine miscellaneous issues) and Mahatma Gandhi TPS Unit 2 (660 MW, off since October 2025, water wall tube leakage). Multiple NTPC gas-based CCPP units — at Anta, Auraiya, Dadri, Kawas, and Gandhar — remain in long-term fuel conservation / reserve shutdown.
8DAE Rajasthan Unit 1 has been off-grid since October 2004; Giral TPS units likely to be scrapped
CEA's Sub-Report 13 for 2 June 2026 catalogues thermal and nuclear units off the national grid for over one year in FY 2026-27. Rajasthan's DAE (RAPS) Unit 1 holds the record, having been out since 9 October 2004 due to a generator earth fault with no return date given. Giral TPS Units 1 and 2 (125 MW each, Rajasthan, off since 2014 and 2016 respectively) are explicitly flagged as likely to be scrapped. Kutch Lignite TPS Unit 4 (75 MW) and Ramgarh CCPP Unit 6 (50 MW) also feature in this list.
82,300+ MW tripped off India's grid on 2 June; Tamil Nadu's Neyveli New TPP and NTPL Tuticorin among key outages
CEA Sub-Report 15 lists generating units that went off-grid on 2 June 2026. Major outages include Tamil Nadu's Neyveli New TPP Unit 2 (500 MW, off at 18:31 for boiler auxiliary miscellaneous problems) and NTPL Tuticorin TPP Unit 2 (500 MW, off at 19:18 due to fuel oil problems). Chhattisgarh's Amarkantak Extension TPS Unit 3 (210 MW) tripped at 12:56 due to a generator transformer damage, and Harduaganj TPS Unit 8 (250 MW, Uttar Pradesh) went off at 09:04 for turbine miscellaneous reasons.
8India's coal plants generate 3,991 MU on 2 June, topping target by 150 MU; hydro falls 168 MU short
CEA Sub-Report 17 for 2 June 2026 shows coal plants delivering 3,991 MU on the day versus a programme of 3,841 MU, comfortably beating target by 150 MU. Hydro, however, disappointed — actual output of 395 MU fell 168 MU below the 564 MU programme. Nuclear generation of 188 MU exceeded its target of 172 MU (+9.5%). Cumulatively from 1 April, coal plants produced 242,918 MU against a target of 246,305 MU (shortfall of 3,387 MU), while Bhutan imports contributed just 9.14 MU on the day against a programme of 20.80 MU. Details
8Haryana Energy Minister orders prior intimation for all HVPNL payments exceeding Rs. 1 crore
The Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL) issued Memo No. 752 dated 1 June 2026, directing compliance with the Haryana Energy Minister's instruction that no final payment exceeding Rs. 1 crore — related to any project, scheme, or matter involving financial burden on the state exchequer — shall be released without prior intimation or approval of the Minister. The circular exempts routine/regular payments, court-mandated payments, and turnkey or material procurement at head office level.
8NLDC reports net SCED payout of Rs. 23.94 crore to national pool in April 2026 on 3.65 lakh MWh incremental dispatch
The National Load Despatch Centre (NLDC) released its National Security-Constrained Economic Dispatch (SCED) Monthly Statement for April 2026, showing all-India total incremental SCED dispatch of 3,65,323.93 MWh against a decremental dispatch of 3,90,382.64 MWh. Total charges payable to SCED generators from the National Pool amounted to Rs. 1,15,33,11,088, while charges refundable by generators stood at Rs. 1,39,27,51,276, resulting in a net payable from generators to the National Pool of Rs. 23.94 crore. Farakka STPP-I&II recorded the highest net receipt at Rs. 5.17 crore.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8India's total monitored power generation falls short of target by 5,661 MU in Apr-Jun cumulative
CEA's Sub-Report 1 for 2 June 2026 shows India's total monitored power generation at 289,251 MU cumulatively from 1 April to date, against a programme of 294,911 MU — a shortfall of 5,661 MU or 1.92%. On the day itself, actual generation of 4,722 MU tracked closely against the programme of 4,768 MU. The Northern Region lagged the most on a cumulative basis at -5,019 MU (-6.73%), while nuclear power was the only segment ahead of target, posting a year-to-date actual of 11,217 MU against a programme of 11,066 MU (+1.36%).
845,600 MW of India's 310,774 MW monitored capacity was offline on 2 June — Southern Region worst affected
The CEA All India capacity availability summary for 2 June 2026 shows total capacity under maintenance at 45,600 MW out of 310,774 MW monitored capacity nationally, leaving 265,174 MW online. The Southern Region had the largest maintenance burden at 14,312 MW offline, followed by the Western Region at 13,540 MW, Northern at 12,040 MW, and Eastern at 4,865 MW. Forced outages accounted for 29,240 MW of the total nationally, with the Western Region contributing 8,404 MW of forced capacity off-grid.
8India's thermal availability at 89.5% and hydro at 80.7% on 2 June; Southern thermal lags at 80.5%
CEA Sub-Report 5 for 2 June 2026 reveals an all-India thermal availability ratio (excluding gas and diesel) of 89.46%, with 205,675 MW online out of 229,902 MW stabilised capacity. Nuclear availability was 93.17% (8,180 MW of 8,780 MW). Hydro availability nationally stood at 80.74% (41,957 MW of 51,965 MW). The Southern Region underperformed most significantly, with thermal at 80.52% and nuclear at 86.75%. The North Eastern region's thermal was 100% available at 750 MW of 750 MW.
8NTPC's all-India generation misses target by 2,143 MU cumulative; Eastern Region ahead by 14.61 MU on the day
CEA Sub-Report 8 for 2 June 2026 shows NTPC's total monitored capacity of 60,007 MW (with 49,784 MW available) generating 1,034.75 MU on the day against a programme of 1,047.58 MU — a shortfall of 12.83 MU. Cumulatively from 1 April, NTPC generated 64,232 MU versus a target of 66,374 MU, undershooting by 2,143 MU or 3.23%. The Southern Region was the only positive performer year-to-date, running 481 MU ahead of plan (+5.46%), while the Northern Region posted the steepest shortfall, down 1,093 MU (-8.46%).
815,547 MW under minor forced maintenance nationwide on 2 June; TSGENCO's Yadadri 800 MW among worst-affected
CEA's Sub-Report 10 for 2 June 2026 tallies total capacity under maintenance nationally at 24,827 MW: 3,484 MW on planned maintenance, 5,796 MW on major forced outage, and 15,547 MW on minor forced outage. The Western Region bore the heaviest burden with 1,671 MW of major and 4,270 MW of minor forced outages. Southern Region had 2,800 MW of major forced outages, including Telangana's TSGENCO Yadadri TPS Unit 4 (800 MW, off since 30 April due to economiser tube leakage).
829,986 MW of thermal capacity has been off India's grid for over 15 days in 2026-27
CEA's Sub-Report 12 documents thermal and nuclear units out of service for more than 15 consecutive days in FY 2026-27 as on 2 June 2026, totalling 29,986 MW of stranded capacity. Among notable long-running outages are Rajiv Gandhi TPS Unit 2 (600 MW, off since October 2025 for turbine miscellaneous issues) and Mahatma Gandhi TPS Unit 2 (660 MW, off since October 2025, water wall tube leakage). Multiple NTPC gas-based CCPP units — at Anta, Auraiya, Dadri, Kawas, and Gandhar — remain in long-term fuel conservation / reserve shutdown.
8DAE Rajasthan Unit 1 has been off-grid since October 2004; Giral TPS units likely to be scrapped
CEA's Sub-Report 13 for 2 June 2026 catalogues thermal and nuclear units off the national grid for over one year in FY 2026-27. Rajasthan's DAE (RAPS) Unit 1 holds the record, having been out since 9 October 2004 due to a generator earth fault with no return date given. Giral TPS Units 1 and 2 (125 MW each, Rajasthan, off since 2014 and 2016 respectively) are explicitly flagged as likely to be scrapped. Kutch Lignite TPS Unit 4 (75 MW) and Ramgarh CCPP Unit 6 (50 MW) also feature in this list.
82,300+ MW tripped off India's grid on 2 June; Tamil Nadu's Neyveli New TPP and NTPL Tuticorin among key outages
CEA Sub-Report 15 lists generating units that went off-grid on 2 June 2026. Major outages include Tamil Nadu's Neyveli New TPP Unit 2 (500 MW, off at 18:31 for boiler auxiliary miscellaneous problems) and NTPL Tuticorin TPP Unit 2 (500 MW, off at 19:18 due to fuel oil problems). Chhattisgarh's Amarkantak Extension TPS Unit 3 (210 MW) tripped at 12:56 due to a generator transformer damage, and Harduaganj TPS Unit 8 (250 MW, Uttar Pradesh) went off at 09:04 for turbine miscellaneous reasons.
8India's coal plants generate 3,991 MU on 2 June, topping target by 150 MU; hydro falls 168 MU short
CEA Sub-Report 17 for 2 June 2026 shows coal plants delivering 3,991 MU on the day versus a programme of 3,841 MU, comfortably beating target by 150 MU. Hydro, however, disappointed — actual output of 395 MU fell 168 MU below the 564 MU programme. Nuclear generation of 188 MU exceeded its target of 172 MU (+9.5%). Cumulatively from 1 April, coal plants produced 242,918 MU against a target of 246,305 MU (shortfall of 3,387 MU), while Bhutan imports contributed just 9.14 MU on the day against a programme of 20.80 MU. Details
NEWS UPDATE: RENEWABLE ENERGY
Jun 04:
SOLAR POWER
8ISA–World Bank launch 220 MW solar tender for Mauritius through SIDS E-Marketplace at Pacific Dialogue in Bali
The International Solar Alliance (ISA) and the World Bank Group co-hosted the first ISA SIDS Dialogue – Pacific in Bali on 3 June 2026, launching the first tender on the SIDS E-Marketplace for a 220 MW solar and solar-plus-battery storage pipeline in Mauritius comprising approximately ten projects. Pacific Island Countries currently spend over US$1 billion annually on fossil fuel imports — nearly 80% of total energy expenditure. ISA Director General Ashish Khanna stated the SIDS Platform targets unlocking up to 500 MW of solar capacity by 2030.
8IEX Green DAM records 935.70 MU total buy-sell volume in May 2026
The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) Green Day-Ahead Market (G-DAM) logged a total matched buy and sell volume of 935.70 MU each for the month of May 2026, reflecting robust trading activity in renewable energy certificates and green power. Among the major participants on the sell side, Adani Green Energy Twenty Five C Limited (PSS8 portfolio) contributed 80.85 MU, while Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (PSS-3) sold 29.25 MU. Jammu & Kashmir was among the buyers, procuring 22.65 MU.
8India's total ISGS renewable generation reaches 383.67 MU on 2 June; Rajasthan solar leads with 223.72 MU
The CEA Daily Renewable Generation Report for 2 June 2026 shows total renewable generation from ISGS (Inter-State Generating Stations) at 383.67 MU for the day, with cumulative June 2026 generation of 757.83 MU. Rajasthan alone contributed 241.58 MU on the day (223.72 MU from solar, 15.88 MU wind), the highest of any state. Gujarat generated 241.77 MU (150.91 MU solar, 90.86 MU wind). NP Kunta Solar Park (2,300 MW installed) delivered 15.57 MU and Pavagada Solar Park (2,181 MW) generated 14.21 MU on the day.
8India extends 5-year countervailing duty of 9.71-10.14% on Malaysian solar glass imports
India's Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue) extended definitive countervailing duty (CVD) on imported textured toughened solar glass from Malaysia for a further five years effective 2 June 2026, via Notification No. 02/2026-Customs (CVD). The duty is set at 9.71% of CIF value for Xinyi Solar (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. and SBH Kibing Solar New Materials, and at 10.14% for all other Malaysian producers. Borosil Renewables Limited welcomed the measure as protection for domestic solar glass manufacturers.
8IEX GDAM records MCP at Rs. 10,000/MWh for all hours on 3 June 2026
The IEX Green Day-Ahead Market (GDAM) for 3 June 2026 saw Market Clearing Prices locked at Rs. 10,000 per MWh across virtually all 24 hours, with purchase bids of around 8,171-8,585 MWh per hour and total sell bids in the range of 370-444 MWh. Scheduled volumes per block ranged from approximately 300 to 444 MWh, with hydro contributing a fixed 72.8 MWh component each block. The GDAM's premium price ceiling throughout the day highlights persistent green power demand in excess of available renewable supply.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8Suzlon unveils "Suzlon 2.0" strategy targeting 10 GW RE sales, 70 GW AUM and 40% wind market share by 2031
Suzlon Energy Limited unveiled a major strategic pivot with the "Suzlon 2.0" architecture, targeting 10 GW of renewable energy sales annually, 70 GW of renewable energy Assets Under Management (AUM), and a 40% share of the Indian wind market by 2031, along with 3 GW from export orders. The new business model is built around four pillars — RE Tech, RE DevCo, RE Projects, and RE Asset Management Services — with RE DevCo expected to contribute 60% of volume. Suzlon plans to build a 15 GW order book and expand into a wind-first full-stack renewable energy solutions company.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8APERC notifies Resource Adequacy Regulation 2026 to ensure reliable supply as Andhra Pradesh targets 160 GW renewable capacity
APERC's Framework for Resource Adequacy Regulation, 2026 (Regulation No. 04 of 2026), notified in the AP Gazette Extraordinary on 2 June 2026, provides a structured framework for planning and managing resources including variable renewable energy and storage systems such as pumped storage and BESS. The regulation came into force from the date of its notification. APERC's Statement of Reasons of 25 May 2026 details the Commission's analysis of stakeholder comments including suggestions from Prayas Energy Group on applicability provisions.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure seeks member approval for Rs. 605 crore related-party deal with fellow subsidiary SEITB
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited (NSE: SCHNEIDER) launched a postal ballot e-voting process from 4 June to 3 July 2026, seeking shareholder approval for material related-party transactions with Schneider Electric IT Business India Private Limited (SEITB) for an aggregate limit of Rs. 605 crore in FY 2026-27. The proposed transactions include sale and purchase of goods and services (up to Rs. 100 crore for goods sales), reimbursements (Rs. 6 crore), interest payments (Rs. 40 crore), and borrowings (Rs. 175 crore). Details
8ISA–World Bank launch 220 MW solar tender for Mauritius through SIDS E-Marketplace at Pacific Dialogue in Bali
The International Solar Alliance (ISA) and the World Bank Group co-hosted the first ISA SIDS Dialogue – Pacific in Bali on 3 June 2026, launching the first tender on the SIDS E-Marketplace for a 220 MW solar and solar-plus-battery storage pipeline in Mauritius comprising approximately ten projects. Pacific Island Countries currently spend over US$1 billion annually on fossil fuel imports — nearly 80% of total energy expenditure. ISA Director General Ashish Khanna stated the SIDS Platform targets unlocking up to 500 MW of solar capacity by 2030.
8IEX Green DAM records 935.70 MU total buy-sell volume in May 2026
The Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) Green Day-Ahead Market (G-DAM) logged a total matched buy and sell volume of 935.70 MU each for the month of May 2026, reflecting robust trading activity in renewable energy certificates and green power. Among the major participants on the sell side, Adani Green Energy Twenty Five C Limited (PSS8 portfolio) contributed 80.85 MU, while Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (PSS-3) sold 29.25 MU. Jammu & Kashmir was among the buyers, procuring 22.65 MU.
8India's total ISGS renewable generation reaches 383.67 MU on 2 June; Rajasthan solar leads with 223.72 MU
The CEA Daily Renewable Generation Report for 2 June 2026 shows total renewable generation from ISGS (Inter-State Generating Stations) at 383.67 MU for the day, with cumulative June 2026 generation of 757.83 MU. Rajasthan alone contributed 241.58 MU on the day (223.72 MU from solar, 15.88 MU wind), the highest of any state. Gujarat generated 241.77 MU (150.91 MU solar, 90.86 MU wind). NP Kunta Solar Park (2,300 MW installed) delivered 15.57 MU and Pavagada Solar Park (2,181 MW) generated 14.21 MU on the day.
8India extends 5-year countervailing duty of 9.71-10.14% on Malaysian solar glass imports
India's Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue) extended definitive countervailing duty (CVD) on imported textured toughened solar glass from Malaysia for a further five years effective 2 June 2026, via Notification No. 02/2026-Customs (CVD). The duty is set at 9.71% of CIF value for Xinyi Solar (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. and SBH Kibing Solar New Materials, and at 10.14% for all other Malaysian producers. Borosil Renewables Limited welcomed the measure as protection for domestic solar glass manufacturers.
8IEX GDAM records MCP at Rs. 10,000/MWh for all hours on 3 June 2026
The IEX Green Day-Ahead Market (GDAM) for 3 June 2026 saw Market Clearing Prices locked at Rs. 10,000 per MWh across virtually all 24 hours, with purchase bids of around 8,171-8,585 MWh per hour and total sell bids in the range of 370-444 MWh. Scheduled volumes per block ranged from approximately 300 to 444 MWh, with hydro contributing a fixed 72.8 MWh component each block. The GDAM's premium price ceiling throughout the day highlights persistent green power demand in excess of available renewable supply.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8Suzlon unveils "Suzlon 2.0" strategy targeting 10 GW RE sales, 70 GW AUM and 40% wind market share by 2031
Suzlon Energy Limited unveiled a major strategic pivot with the "Suzlon 2.0" architecture, targeting 10 GW of renewable energy sales annually, 70 GW of renewable energy Assets Under Management (AUM), and a 40% share of the Indian wind market by 2031, along with 3 GW from export orders. The new business model is built around four pillars — RE Tech, RE DevCo, RE Projects, and RE Asset Management Services — with RE DevCo expected to contribute 60% of volume. Suzlon plans to build a 15 GW order book and expand into a wind-first full-stack renewable energy solutions company.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8APERC notifies Resource Adequacy Regulation 2026 to ensure reliable supply as Andhra Pradesh targets 160 GW renewable capacity
APERC's Framework for Resource Adequacy Regulation, 2026 (Regulation No. 04 of 2026), notified in the AP Gazette Extraordinary on 2 June 2026, provides a structured framework for planning and managing resources including variable renewable energy and storage systems such as pumped storage and BESS. The regulation came into force from the date of its notification. APERC's Statement of Reasons of 25 May 2026 details the Commission's analysis of stakeholder comments including suggestions from Prayas Energy Group on applicability provisions.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure seeks member approval for Rs. 605 crore related-party deal with fellow subsidiary SEITB
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited (NSE: SCHNEIDER) launched a postal ballot e-voting process from 4 June to 3 July 2026, seeking shareholder approval for material related-party transactions with Schneider Electric IT Business India Private Limited (SEITB) for an aggregate limit of Rs. 605 crore in FY 2026-27. The proposed transactions include sale and purchase of goods and services (up to Rs. 100 crore for goods sales), reimbursements (Rs. 6 crore), interest payments (Rs. 40 crore), and borrowings (Rs. 175 crore). Details
NEWS UPDATE: PROJECT AWARDS & CAPACITY ADDITION
Jun 04:
WORK ORDERS & SUPPLY CONTRACTS
8Power Mech Projects bags Rs. 266.26 crore O&M contract for Adani's 2x300 MW Butibori thermal plant
Power Mech Projects Limited (NSE: POWERMECH; BSE: 539302) secured a Rs. 266.26 crore KPI-based operations and maintenance contract from Adani Infrastructure Management Services Limited for a 2x300 MW thermal power plant at Butibori, Maharashtra. The contract runs from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2031 — a five-year domestic engagement with no related-party interest and no promoter group involvement.
8BHEL wins Rs. 2,000-2,500 crore contract to supply 8 gas turbine generators for Dangote Refinery in Nigeria
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) signed a contract agreement on 2 June 2026 with Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals Free Zone Enterprise, Nigeria, for the design, manufacturing, supply, and supervision of erection and commissioning of 8 gas turbine generator packages for its petroleum refinery and polypropylene plant. The contract, valued between Rs. 2,000 and Rs. 2,500 crore, is an international order to be executed within 26 months from the effective date.
8Bajel Projects bags mega EPC order for 400/220/33 kV GIS substation at Mumbai data centre
Bajel Projects Limited (NSE: BAJEL; BSE: 544042) secured a mega EPC order in the Rs. 300-400 crore range from a Mumbai-based datacenter client for the design, engineering, procurement, supply, erection, testing, commissioning and performance testing of a 400/220/33 kV GIS substation. The contract is to be completed within 24 months from commencement and is a domestic non-related-party transaction.
8MePTCL invites e-tenders for 132/33 kV Mawlai substation augmentation from 3x20 MVA to 3x50 MVA under NESIDS
The Meghalaya Power Transmission Corporation Limited (MePTCL) issued a Short Tender Notice dated 1 June 2026 inviting online bids for the supply of 132 kV and 33 kV Indoor GIS equipment and related services for the augmentation of the 132/33 kV Mawlai Substation in Shillong from 3x20 MVA to 3x50 MVA, along with re-engineering of the 132 kV busbar, under the NESIDS OTR Scheme. The last date for bid submission was set at 11:00 hours on 15 June 2026.
8Diamond Power Infrastructure commissions 8th MV/EHV cable production line at Vadodara; 2 more lines due by March 2027
Diamond Power Infrastructure Limited (DIACABS / DPIL) announced on 3 June 2026 the successful commissioning of its 8th Medium Voltage / Extra High Voltage power cable production line at its manufacturing facility in Vadodara, Gujarat. Two additional MV/EHV lines are presently under installation and are expected to become operational on or before 31 March 2027, taking the total to 10 lines at the Vadodara plant, expanding capacity for utilities, renewable energy evacuation, and urban underground power transmission networks.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8APERC notifies Resource Adequacy Regulation 2026 to manage Andhra Pradesh's ambitious 160 GW renewable push
The Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) issued the Framework for Resource Adequacy Regulation, 2026 (Regulation No. 04 of 2026), notified in the AP Gazette Extraordinary on 2 June 2026, to ensure reliable and cost-effective power supply as the state pursues a long-term renewable energy target of up to 160 GW under its Andhra Pradesh Integrated Clean Energy Policy 2024. The regulation provides a structured framework for planning and managing resources including variable renewable energy and storage systems such as pumped storage and BESS to meet peak demand reliably.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8CEA tracks 550 MW actual hydro commissioning in 2026-27; 6,730 MW targeted across 8 projects this year
The Central Electricity Authority's (CEA) Hydro Capacity Addition Programme for 2026-27 shows 550 MW already commissioned against a target of 6,730 MW across the central, state, and private sectors. In the central sector, Tehri PSP Unit-4 (250 MW, THDC, Uttarakhand) was commissioned on 9 April 2026, and Subansiri Lower HEP Unit-4 (250 MW, NHPC, Arunachal Pradesh) was commissioned on 1 May 2026. In the private sector, Tidong-I HEP Unit-1 (50 MW, JSW, Himachal Pradesh) was commissioned on 8 May 2026.
8Over 13,000 MW locked in 9 stalled hydro projects across India; Maheshwar (400 MW) and Panan (300 MW) among key stoppages
A status report on stalled hydro power projects reveals nine projects with a combined installed capacity exceeding 1,236 MW halted due to geological challenges, land and legal disputes, financial crunch, and force majeure. The largest stalled projects include Maheshwar (400 MW, SMHPC, private, stopped 2011, Rs. 3,101 crore invested), Panan (300 MW, Himgiri, private, stopped 2016, Rs. 200 crore invested), and Phata Byung (76 MW, Statkraft, private, stopped 2017, Rs. 1,263 crore invested). NTPC's Lata Tapovan (171 MW), stalled since 2014, has seen Rs. 149.93 crore invested.
8GE Power India and JSW Energy receive NCLT order to hold merger scheme meetings within 70 days
The Hon'ble National Company Law Tribunal, Mumbai Bench, via an order dated 2 June 2026, directed both GE Power India Limited (NSE: GVPIL) and JSW Energy Limited (NSE: JSWENERGY) to convene meetings of their equity shareholders and unsecured creditors through video conferencing within 70 days from 3 June 2026, to consider and approve the proposed Scheme of Arrangement under Sections 230-232 of the Companies Act, 2013, whereby GE Power India's business will be demerged into JSW Energy.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8LIC raises NHPC stake to 5.679%, acquiring additional 0.764% via open market on 2 June
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) disclosed under SEBI Takeover Regulations that it acquired an additional 7,67,77,359 shares (0.764% of total share capital) in NHPC Limited via open market purchase on 2 June 2026, taking its total holding to 57,05,07,759 shares, representing 5.679% of NHPC's equity. The disclosure was made to both BSE and NSE, with LIC's pre-acquisition holding standing at 4.915%.
8Suzlon Energy allots 2.24 crore shares under ESOP 2022, raising Rs. 66.32 crore
Suzlon Energy Limited's Securities Issue Committee approved the allotment of 2,23,74,033 fully paid-up equity shares (face value Rs. 2 each) on 3 June 2026 under the company's Employee Stock Option Plan 2022, aggregating Rs. 66,31,65,965 in cash. The allotment covers multiple grant tranches with exercise prices ranging from Rs. 5 to Rs. 45 per share, and the shares will be issued in dematerialised form to eligible option grantees including employees of subsidiaries.
8Ravindra Energy files Rs. 200.31 crore rights issue at Rs. 101 per share; issue opens 16 June, closes 24 June 2026
Ravindra Energy Limited (BSE: 504341; NSE: RELTD) filed its Letter of Offer dated 3 June 2026 for a rights issue of up to 1,98,32,834 equity shares at Rs. 101 per share, aggregating up to Rs. 200.31 crore. The issue is offered in the ratio of 1 new share for every 9 existing shares held as on the record date of 8 June 2026. The issue opens on 16 June 2026, closes on 24 June 2026, with allotment and listing expected on or about 1 July 2026. Details
8Power Mech Projects bags Rs. 266.26 crore O&M contract for Adani's 2x300 MW Butibori thermal plant
Power Mech Projects Limited (NSE: POWERMECH; BSE: 539302) secured a Rs. 266.26 crore KPI-based operations and maintenance contract from Adani Infrastructure Management Services Limited for a 2x300 MW thermal power plant at Butibori, Maharashtra. The contract runs from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2031 — a five-year domestic engagement with no related-party interest and no promoter group involvement.
8BHEL wins Rs. 2,000-2,500 crore contract to supply 8 gas turbine generators for Dangote Refinery in Nigeria
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) signed a contract agreement on 2 June 2026 with Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals Free Zone Enterprise, Nigeria, for the design, manufacturing, supply, and supervision of erection and commissioning of 8 gas turbine generator packages for its petroleum refinery and polypropylene plant. The contract, valued between Rs. 2,000 and Rs. 2,500 crore, is an international order to be executed within 26 months from the effective date.
8Bajel Projects bags mega EPC order for 400/220/33 kV GIS substation at Mumbai data centre
Bajel Projects Limited (NSE: BAJEL; BSE: 544042) secured a mega EPC order in the Rs. 300-400 crore range from a Mumbai-based datacenter client for the design, engineering, procurement, supply, erection, testing, commissioning and performance testing of a 400/220/33 kV GIS substation. The contract is to be completed within 24 months from commencement and is a domestic non-related-party transaction.
8MePTCL invites e-tenders for 132/33 kV Mawlai substation augmentation from 3x20 MVA to 3x50 MVA under NESIDS
The Meghalaya Power Transmission Corporation Limited (MePTCL) issued a Short Tender Notice dated 1 June 2026 inviting online bids for the supply of 132 kV and 33 kV Indoor GIS equipment and related services for the augmentation of the 132/33 kV Mawlai Substation in Shillong from 3x20 MVA to 3x50 MVA, along with re-engineering of the 132 kV busbar, under the NESIDS OTR Scheme. The last date for bid submission was set at 11:00 hours on 15 June 2026.
8Diamond Power Infrastructure commissions 8th MV/EHV cable production line at Vadodara; 2 more lines due by March 2027
Diamond Power Infrastructure Limited (DIACABS / DPIL) announced on 3 June 2026 the successful commissioning of its 8th Medium Voltage / Extra High Voltage power cable production line at its manufacturing facility in Vadodara, Gujarat. Two additional MV/EHV lines are presently under installation and are expected to become operational on or before 31 March 2027, taking the total to 10 lines at the Vadodara plant, expanding capacity for utilities, renewable energy evacuation, and urban underground power transmission networks.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8APERC notifies Resource Adequacy Regulation 2026 to manage Andhra Pradesh's ambitious 160 GW renewable push
The Andhra Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (APERC) issued the Framework for Resource Adequacy Regulation, 2026 (Regulation No. 04 of 2026), notified in the AP Gazette Extraordinary on 2 June 2026, to ensure reliable and cost-effective power supply as the state pursues a long-term renewable energy target of up to 160 GW under its Andhra Pradesh Integrated Clean Energy Policy 2024. The regulation provides a structured framework for planning and managing resources including variable renewable energy and storage systems such as pumped storage and BESS to meet peak demand reliably.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8CEA tracks 550 MW actual hydro commissioning in 2026-27; 6,730 MW targeted across 8 projects this year
The Central Electricity Authority's (CEA) Hydro Capacity Addition Programme for 2026-27 shows 550 MW already commissioned against a target of 6,730 MW across the central, state, and private sectors. In the central sector, Tehri PSP Unit-4 (250 MW, THDC, Uttarakhand) was commissioned on 9 April 2026, and Subansiri Lower HEP Unit-4 (250 MW, NHPC, Arunachal Pradesh) was commissioned on 1 May 2026. In the private sector, Tidong-I HEP Unit-1 (50 MW, JSW, Himachal Pradesh) was commissioned on 8 May 2026.
8Over 13,000 MW locked in 9 stalled hydro projects across India; Maheshwar (400 MW) and Panan (300 MW) among key stoppages
A status report on stalled hydro power projects reveals nine projects with a combined installed capacity exceeding 1,236 MW halted due to geological challenges, land and legal disputes, financial crunch, and force majeure. The largest stalled projects include Maheshwar (400 MW, SMHPC, private, stopped 2011, Rs. 3,101 crore invested), Panan (300 MW, Himgiri, private, stopped 2016, Rs. 200 crore invested), and Phata Byung (76 MW, Statkraft, private, stopped 2017, Rs. 1,263 crore invested). NTPC's Lata Tapovan (171 MW), stalled since 2014, has seen Rs. 149.93 crore invested.
8GE Power India and JSW Energy receive NCLT order to hold merger scheme meetings within 70 days
The Hon'ble National Company Law Tribunal, Mumbai Bench, via an order dated 2 June 2026, directed both GE Power India Limited (NSE: GVPIL) and JSW Energy Limited (NSE: JSWENERGY) to convene meetings of their equity shareholders and unsecured creditors through video conferencing within 70 days from 3 June 2026, to consider and approve the proposed Scheme of Arrangement under Sections 230-232 of the Companies Act, 2013, whereby GE Power India's business will be demerged into JSW Energy.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8LIC raises NHPC stake to 5.679%, acquiring additional 0.764% via open market on 2 June
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) disclosed under SEBI Takeover Regulations that it acquired an additional 7,67,77,359 shares (0.764% of total share capital) in NHPC Limited via open market purchase on 2 June 2026, taking its total holding to 57,05,07,759 shares, representing 5.679% of NHPC's equity. The disclosure was made to both BSE and NSE, with LIC's pre-acquisition holding standing at 4.915%.
8Suzlon Energy allots 2.24 crore shares under ESOP 2022, raising Rs. 66.32 crore
Suzlon Energy Limited's Securities Issue Committee approved the allotment of 2,23,74,033 fully paid-up equity shares (face value Rs. 2 each) on 3 June 2026 under the company's Employee Stock Option Plan 2022, aggregating Rs. 66,31,65,965 in cash. The allotment covers multiple grant tranches with exercise prices ranging from Rs. 5 to Rs. 45 per share, and the shares will be issued in dematerialised form to eligible option grantees including employees of subsidiaries.
8Ravindra Energy files Rs. 200.31 crore rights issue at Rs. 101 per share; issue opens 16 June, closes 24 June 2026
Ravindra Energy Limited (BSE: 504341; NSE: RELTD) filed its Letter of Offer dated 3 June 2026 for a rights issue of up to 1,98,32,834 equity shares at Rs. 101 per share, aggregating up to Rs. 200.31 crore. The issue is offered in the ratio of 1 new share for every 9 existing shares held as on the record date of 8 June 2026. The issue opens on 16 June 2026, closes on 24 June 2026, with allotment and listing expected on or about 1 July 2026. Details
NEWS UPDATE: TARIFF & REGULATORY ORDERS
Jun 04:
COMMISSION ORDERS (CERC/SERC)
8KERC approves Rs. 34,087.94 crore ARR for BESCOM, orders revenue deficit recovery from FY2026-27
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC), in its order dated 17 April 2026, approved a net Annual Revenue Requirement of Rs. 34,087.94 crore for Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) for FY2024-25. BESCOM's actual energy sales reached 37,122.48 MU against an approved target of 35,218.07 MU, while distribution loss came in at 8.51%, well below the approved target of 9.50%, earning BESCOM a Rs. 110.05 crore incentive. Approved capital expenditure stood at Rs. 2,923.75 crore against the originally approved Rs. 2,500 crore.
8MESCOM posts Rs. 83.12 crore revenue deficit in FY25 APR; KERC approves Rs. 5,913.50 crore net ARR
KERC's 17 April 2026 order approved the Annual Performance Review of Mangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (MESCOM) for FY2024-25, with a net ARR of Rs. 5,913.50 crore. MESCOM had projected a revenue deficit of Rs. 83.12 crore. Actual energy sales stood at 6,654.73 MU compared to the Commission-approved 5,917.78 MU. The Commission approved O&M expenses of Rs. 927.44 crore and found MESCOM's RPO compliance satisfactory, recording a 3.68% surplus against the 29.91% FY25 target.
8KPTCL earns Rs. 327.21 crore revenue surplus in FY25; KERC sets net ARR at Rs. 6,248.62 crore
The Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) recorded a revenue surplus of Rs. 327.21 crore for FY2024-25, according to KERC's APR order dated 17 April 2026 which set the net ARR at Rs. 6,248.62 crore. KPTCL had incurred capital expenditure of Rs. 4,296.23 crore against the approved Rs. 2,000 crore. The Commission approved income tax of Rs. 244.98 crore and SLDC charges of Rs. 45.19 crore, with the Rs. 327.21 crore surplus to be refunded to ESCOMs in FY2026-27.
8HESCOM's FY25 APR yields revenue surplus; KERC approves net ARR of Rs. 11,958.74 crore
KERC's 17 April 2026 order approved the Annual Performance Review of Hubli Electricity Supply Company Limited (HESCOM) for FY2024-25, fixing the net ARR at Rs. 11,958.74 crore and recognising a revenue surplus to be refunded to consumers in FY2026-27. HESCOM had projected a revenue deficit of Rs. 604.49 crore against the previously approved ARR of Rs. 11,335.60 crore. Actual energy sales came in at 13,974.54 MU across 54,31,954 installations against the Commission-approved 13,109.89 MU.
8GESCOM clocks revenue surplus despite Rs. 457.13 crore deficit claim; KERC sets ARR at Rs. 7,912.85 crore
Gulbarga Electricity Supply Company Limited (GESCOM) had filed for a revenue deficit of Rs. 457.13 crore for FY2024-25, but KERC's 17 April 2026 APR order approved a net ARR of Rs. 7,912.85 crore and recognised a revenue surplus, directing refund to consumers in FY2026-27. Actual energy sales were 8,986.82 MU across 38,27,949 installations. GESCOM's capital expenditure of Rs. 253.70 crore fell short of the Commission-approved Rs. 500 crore for FY25.
8CESC revenue deficit confirmed at Rs. 528.12 crore; KERC approves net ARR of Rs. 7,596.39 crore for FY25
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the Annual Performance Review of Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation Limited (CESC) for FY2024-25 on 17 April 2026, setting the net ARR at Rs. 7,596.39 crore and confirming a revenue deficit to be recovered from consumers in FY2026-27. Actual energy sales stood at 8,447.43 MU across 38,67,998 installations. CESC incurred capital expenditure of Rs. 613.99 crore for FY25, and government subsidy for irrigation pump sets amounted to Rs. 2,970.16 crore.
8AEQUS SEZ records revenue surplus of Rs. 0.78 crore; consumers to get 24 paise/unit refund in FY2026-27
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the FY2024-25 Annual Performance Review of AEQUS Special Economic Zone Private Limited (AEQUS SEZ) on 17 April 2026, setting the net ARR at Rs. 23.72 crore and recognising a revenue surplus of Rs. 0.78 crore. Actual energy sales at the Hattargi (Belagavi) SEZ came in at 31.82 MU against the approved 33.09 MU. The surplus translates to a consumer refund of 24 paise per unit to be effected in equal monthly instalments starting May 2026 through April 2027.
8Mangalore SEZ posts Rs. 6.86 crore revenue surplus; KERC fixes net ARR at Rs. 65.83 crore for FY25
KERC's 17 April 2026 order on the Annual Performance Review of Mangalore SEZ Limited (MSEZL) for FY2024-25 approved a net ARR of Rs. 65.83 crore and recognised a revenue surplus of Rs. 6.86 crore. The utility reported revenue from power sales of Rs. 72.69 crore against an ARR of Rs. 68.62 crore. Actual energy sales allowed for APR purposes were 88.76 MU. The Commission approved normative O&M expenses of Rs. 2.34 crore and interest and finance charges of Rs. 0.70 crore for FY2024-25.
8HRECS records Rs. 6.83 crore deficit and 14.06% distribution loss; KERC levies Rs. 0.91 crore penalty
Hukeri Rural Electric Co-operative Society Limited (HRECS) posted a revenue deficit of Rs. 6.83 crore for FY2024-25 with a net ARR of Rs. 333.49 crore, according to KERC's 17 April 2026 APR order. The co-operative's actual distribution loss of 14.06% exceeded the approved average target of 13.50%, prompting the Commission to impose a penalty of Rs. 0.91 crore. Total energy sales approved for APR purposes stood at 226.66 MU, while actual capital expenditure of Rs. 5.35 crore was below the approved Rs. 8 crore.
8CERC approves trued-up tariff for Power Grid's 400/220 kV Bhiwadi substation for 2019-24 and sets 2024-29 tariff
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) issued its order dated 3 June 2026 in Petition No. 580/TT/2025, approving the trued-up Annual Fixed Charges for Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) for the 2019-24 tariff period and determining the transmission tariff for the 2024-29 period for the 400/220 kV Bhiwadi Substation. The order resolves tariff applicable for these assets under Tariff Regulations 2019 and 2024 respectively. The Bhiwadi substation's allowed depreciation for the 2019-24 block was determined at Rs. 106.23 lakh annually.
8CERC grants Category V inter-state trading licence to PRMK Energy
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) granted a Category V inter-state electricity trading licence to PRMK Energy, a sole proprietorship firm registered on 17 May 2022 with an office in Mumbai, through its order dated 3 June 2026 in Petition No. 214/TD/2026. The licence was found compliant with net worth and other requirements specified under the CERC (Procedure, Terms and Conditions for Grant of Trading Licence) Regulations, 2020. PRMK Energy confirmed it would not carry out transmission business during the subsistence of this licence.
8CERC schedules public hearing on 23 June 2026 for fourth amendment to grid connectivity regulations
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission issued a public notice dated 2 June 2026 scheduling a hearing on 23 June 2026 at 3:00 PM (online) on the draft CERC (Connectivity and General Network Access to the inter-state Transmission System) (Fourth Amendment) Regulations, 2026. The draft, published on 20 May 2026, had invited written comments until 22 June 2026. Stakeholders including state governments, load despatch centres, CPSUs, CTUs, STUs, transmission licensees, power exchanges, IPPs, financial institutions, and NGOs have been invited to participate.
8CSERC issues final order on wheeling and DSM charges for intra-state open access consumers
The Chhattisgarh State Electricity Regulatory Commission (CSERC) issued its final order dated 29 May 2026 in Suo Motu Petition No. 09 of 2026, clarifying the applicability of Wheeling and Deviation Settlement Mechanism (DSM) charges for consumers availing intra-state open access. The order resolved disputes raised by M/s Real Ispat & Power Limited and M/s Gravity Ferrous Pvt. Limited, who had challenged a draft order proposing a recalculation methodology for billing multi-supply consumers involving DSM Regulations 2016 scheduling framework.
8KSERC approves Rs. 4.75/unit tariff for 1.5 MW floating solar project at Cochin Port Authority
The Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC) approved the adoption of an L1 tariff of Rs. 4.75 per unit with 21% CUF for a 1.5 MW floating solar PV project at Willingdon Island, Cochin Port Authority, through its order dated 3 June 2026 in OP No. 05/2026. The tariff was discovered through competitive bidding conducted in line with Ministry of Power guidelines dated 23 July 2023. M/s Sunshell Power, Hooghly, West Bengal, emerged as the L1 bidder. The Commission approved the draft Power Purchase Agreement under Section 63 of the Electricity Act, 2003.
8KSERC clears BPCL Kochi Refinery's request to expand temporary power contract demand to 27 MVA
KSERC directed the Kerala State Electricity Board Limited (KSEBL) to enhance the contract demand of temporary 33 kV power supply to M/s BPCL Kochi Refinery from 14.4 MVA to 27.0 MVA, through its order dated 3 June 2026 in OP No. 57/2025. BPCL Kochi Refinery had sought the enhancement after a fire accident on 8 July 2025 damaged its 220 kV cable from Ambalamugal substation, necessitating temporary power supply for the refinery's continued operation. BPCL is an existing 220 kV EHT consumer of KSEBL with a 50 MVA contract demand.
8TNERC issues draft conventional generation tariff regulations 2026, invites comments by 17 June
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (TNERC) published its draft Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Conventional Generation Tariff) Regulations, 2026, on 1 June 2026, inviting comments and suggestions from all affected parties by 17 June 2026. The draft regulation, notified vide Draft Notification No. TNERC/TR-CGT/2026, consolidates the framework for determining tariff for conventional generation assets in Tamil Nadu, including provisions for true-up filing for FY 2026-27.
8TNERC floats draft recovery of expenses regulations 2026, covering distribution, transmission and SLDC
TNERC published a comprehensive draft Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (Recovery of Expenses and Charges by Licensees and System Operator) Regulations, 2026, on 1 June 2026, inviting stakeholder comments by 18 June 2026. Notified vide Draft Notification No. TNERC/REC/2026, the draft applies to all existing and future distribution licensees, transmission licensees, and SLDC, consolidating rules for recovery across distribution (Chapter 2), transmission (Chapter 3), and open access (Chapter 28) within a single framework.
OMBUDSMAN & CONSUMER GRIEVANCE
8UPERC fines UPPCL Rs. 7,18,000 for smart prepaid meter reconnection delays on 10 of 16 dates between 13 March and 7 April 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) on 3 June 2026 imposed a total penalty of Rs. 7,18,000 on Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd. (UPPCL) for violating Regulation 16.11.1 of the UPERC (Standards of Performance) Regulations, 2019, which mandates at least 95% of prepaid smart-meter consumers have supply restored within two hours of recharge. UPPCL's own data covering up to 3,66,910 reconnection transactions on a single day showed compliance falling below 95% on 10 dates, with rates as low as 77%.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8UERC admits 4 MW Dharasu solar developer's plea, orders evacuation talks between Dwarka Fidato and UJVN by 22 June
The Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission (UERC) on 2 June 2026 admitted a petition filed by M/s Dwarka Fidato Renewable Pvt. Ltd. over power evacuation constraints affecting its 4 MW solar project at Dharasu, Uttarakhand. Despite objections from UJVN Ltd. and UPCL, the Commission found the matter serious enough to warrant full hearing. UERC directed both respondents to file replies on merit by 22 June 2026 and ordered the parties to hold a meeting, prepare detailed minutes covering all issues and an action plan.
8MERC partly allows MSEDCL's supplementary PPA petition for 9,154 MW MSKVY 2.0 solar capacity, extends SCOD to 31 March 2026 but bars tariff cut clause
The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) on 3 June 2026 partly granted MSEDCL's petition to amend power purchase agreements covering 9,154 MW of solar capacity under the Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana (MSKVY) 2.0 scheme, involving 204 respondent developers. The Commission approved the extension of the Scheduled Commercial Operation Date (SCOD) to 31 March 2026 and introduced a Long Stop Date of 31 December 2026. MERC rejected MSEDCL's proposed Article 8.1.3, which would have applied a lower tariff to units commissioned after the revised SCOD.
8MERC recognises MSEB Solar Agro Power Ltd. as deemed distribution licensee for Maharashtra's agricultural consumers from 1 April 2026, with 38,076 MU annual demand
MERC on 3 June 2026 formally took on record the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company's Restructuring and Transfer Scheme, 2026, effective from 1 April 2026. Under this scheme, retail supply of electricity to agricultural consumers across MSEDCL's entire licensed area has been transferred to MSEB Solar Agro Power Ltd. (MSAPL). MSAPL's estimated power demand stands at 38,076 MU for FY 2026, rising to 39,837 MU by FY 2030. The Government of Maharashtra has committed a working capital guarantee of at least Rs. 2,500 crore. Details
8KERC approves Rs. 34,087.94 crore ARR for BESCOM, orders revenue deficit recovery from FY2026-27
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC), in its order dated 17 April 2026, approved a net Annual Revenue Requirement of Rs. 34,087.94 crore for Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) for FY2024-25. BESCOM's actual energy sales reached 37,122.48 MU against an approved target of 35,218.07 MU, while distribution loss came in at 8.51%, well below the approved target of 9.50%, earning BESCOM a Rs. 110.05 crore incentive. Approved capital expenditure stood at Rs. 2,923.75 crore against the originally approved Rs. 2,500 crore.
8MESCOM posts Rs. 83.12 crore revenue deficit in FY25 APR; KERC approves Rs. 5,913.50 crore net ARR
KERC's 17 April 2026 order approved the Annual Performance Review of Mangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (MESCOM) for FY2024-25, with a net ARR of Rs. 5,913.50 crore. MESCOM had projected a revenue deficit of Rs. 83.12 crore. Actual energy sales stood at 6,654.73 MU compared to the Commission-approved 5,917.78 MU. The Commission approved O&M expenses of Rs. 927.44 crore and found MESCOM's RPO compliance satisfactory, recording a 3.68% surplus against the 29.91% FY25 target.
8KPTCL earns Rs. 327.21 crore revenue surplus in FY25; KERC sets net ARR at Rs. 6,248.62 crore
The Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited (KPTCL) recorded a revenue surplus of Rs. 327.21 crore for FY2024-25, according to KERC's APR order dated 17 April 2026 which set the net ARR at Rs. 6,248.62 crore. KPTCL had incurred capital expenditure of Rs. 4,296.23 crore against the approved Rs. 2,000 crore. The Commission approved income tax of Rs. 244.98 crore and SLDC charges of Rs. 45.19 crore, with the Rs. 327.21 crore surplus to be refunded to ESCOMs in FY2026-27.
8HESCOM's FY25 APR yields revenue surplus; KERC approves net ARR of Rs. 11,958.74 crore
KERC's 17 April 2026 order approved the Annual Performance Review of Hubli Electricity Supply Company Limited (HESCOM) for FY2024-25, fixing the net ARR at Rs. 11,958.74 crore and recognising a revenue surplus to be refunded to consumers in FY2026-27. HESCOM had projected a revenue deficit of Rs. 604.49 crore against the previously approved ARR of Rs. 11,335.60 crore. Actual energy sales came in at 13,974.54 MU across 54,31,954 installations against the Commission-approved 13,109.89 MU.
8GESCOM clocks revenue surplus despite Rs. 457.13 crore deficit claim; KERC sets ARR at Rs. 7,912.85 crore
Gulbarga Electricity Supply Company Limited (GESCOM) had filed for a revenue deficit of Rs. 457.13 crore for FY2024-25, but KERC's 17 April 2026 APR order approved a net ARR of Rs. 7,912.85 crore and recognised a revenue surplus, directing refund to consumers in FY2026-27. Actual energy sales were 8,986.82 MU across 38,27,949 installations. GESCOM's capital expenditure of Rs. 253.70 crore fell short of the Commission-approved Rs. 500 crore for FY25.
8CESC revenue deficit confirmed at Rs. 528.12 crore; KERC approves net ARR of Rs. 7,596.39 crore for FY25
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the Annual Performance Review of Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation Limited (CESC) for FY2024-25 on 17 April 2026, setting the net ARR at Rs. 7,596.39 crore and confirming a revenue deficit to be recovered from consumers in FY2026-27. Actual energy sales stood at 8,447.43 MU across 38,67,998 installations. CESC incurred capital expenditure of Rs. 613.99 crore for FY25, and government subsidy for irrigation pump sets amounted to Rs. 2,970.16 crore.
8AEQUS SEZ records revenue surplus of Rs. 0.78 crore; consumers to get 24 paise/unit refund in FY2026-27
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the FY2024-25 Annual Performance Review of AEQUS Special Economic Zone Private Limited (AEQUS SEZ) on 17 April 2026, setting the net ARR at Rs. 23.72 crore and recognising a revenue surplus of Rs. 0.78 crore. Actual energy sales at the Hattargi (Belagavi) SEZ came in at 31.82 MU against the approved 33.09 MU. The surplus translates to a consumer refund of 24 paise per unit to be effected in equal monthly instalments starting May 2026 through April 2027.
8Mangalore SEZ posts Rs. 6.86 crore revenue surplus; KERC fixes net ARR at Rs. 65.83 crore for FY25
KERC's 17 April 2026 order on the Annual Performance Review of Mangalore SEZ Limited (MSEZL) for FY2024-25 approved a net ARR of Rs. 65.83 crore and recognised a revenue surplus of Rs. 6.86 crore. The utility reported revenue from power sales of Rs. 72.69 crore against an ARR of Rs. 68.62 crore. Actual energy sales allowed for APR purposes were 88.76 MU. The Commission approved normative O&M expenses of Rs. 2.34 crore and interest and finance charges of Rs. 0.70 crore for FY2024-25.
8HRECS records Rs. 6.83 crore deficit and 14.06% distribution loss; KERC levies Rs. 0.91 crore penalty
Hukeri Rural Electric Co-operative Society Limited (HRECS) posted a revenue deficit of Rs. 6.83 crore for FY2024-25 with a net ARR of Rs. 333.49 crore, according to KERC's 17 April 2026 APR order. The co-operative's actual distribution loss of 14.06% exceeded the approved average target of 13.50%, prompting the Commission to impose a penalty of Rs. 0.91 crore. Total energy sales approved for APR purposes stood at 226.66 MU, while actual capital expenditure of Rs. 5.35 crore was below the approved Rs. 8 crore.
8CERC approves trued-up tariff for Power Grid's 400/220 kV Bhiwadi substation for 2019-24 and sets 2024-29 tariff
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) issued its order dated 3 June 2026 in Petition No. 580/TT/2025, approving the trued-up Annual Fixed Charges for Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL) for the 2019-24 tariff period and determining the transmission tariff for the 2024-29 period for the 400/220 kV Bhiwadi Substation. The order resolves tariff applicable for these assets under Tariff Regulations 2019 and 2024 respectively. The Bhiwadi substation's allowed depreciation for the 2019-24 block was determined at Rs. 106.23 lakh annually.
8CERC grants Category V inter-state trading licence to PRMK Energy
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) granted a Category V inter-state electricity trading licence to PRMK Energy, a sole proprietorship firm registered on 17 May 2022 with an office in Mumbai, through its order dated 3 June 2026 in Petition No. 214/TD/2026. The licence was found compliant with net worth and other requirements specified under the CERC (Procedure, Terms and Conditions for Grant of Trading Licence) Regulations, 2020. PRMK Energy confirmed it would not carry out transmission business during the subsistence of this licence.
8CERC schedules public hearing on 23 June 2026 for fourth amendment to grid connectivity regulations
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission issued a public notice dated 2 June 2026 scheduling a hearing on 23 June 2026 at 3:00 PM (online) on the draft CERC (Connectivity and General Network Access to the inter-state Transmission System) (Fourth Amendment) Regulations, 2026. The draft, published on 20 May 2026, had invited written comments until 22 June 2026. Stakeholders including state governments, load despatch centres, CPSUs, CTUs, STUs, transmission licensees, power exchanges, IPPs, financial institutions, and NGOs have been invited to participate.
8CSERC issues final order on wheeling and DSM charges for intra-state open access consumers
The Chhattisgarh State Electricity Regulatory Commission (CSERC) issued its final order dated 29 May 2026 in Suo Motu Petition No. 09 of 2026, clarifying the applicability of Wheeling and Deviation Settlement Mechanism (DSM) charges for consumers availing intra-state open access. The order resolved disputes raised by M/s Real Ispat & Power Limited and M/s Gravity Ferrous Pvt. Limited, who had challenged a draft order proposing a recalculation methodology for billing multi-supply consumers involving DSM Regulations 2016 scheduling framework.
8KSERC approves Rs. 4.75/unit tariff for 1.5 MW floating solar project at Cochin Port Authority
The Kerala State Electricity Regulatory Commission (KSERC) approved the adoption of an L1 tariff of Rs. 4.75 per unit with 21% CUF for a 1.5 MW floating solar PV project at Willingdon Island, Cochin Port Authority, through its order dated 3 June 2026 in OP No. 05/2026. The tariff was discovered through competitive bidding conducted in line with Ministry of Power guidelines dated 23 July 2023. M/s Sunshell Power, Hooghly, West Bengal, emerged as the L1 bidder. The Commission approved the draft Power Purchase Agreement under Section 63 of the Electricity Act, 2003.
8KSERC clears BPCL Kochi Refinery's request to expand temporary power contract demand to 27 MVA
KSERC directed the Kerala State Electricity Board Limited (KSEBL) to enhance the contract demand of temporary 33 kV power supply to M/s BPCL Kochi Refinery from 14.4 MVA to 27.0 MVA, through its order dated 3 June 2026 in OP No. 57/2025. BPCL Kochi Refinery had sought the enhancement after a fire accident on 8 July 2025 damaged its 220 kV cable from Ambalamugal substation, necessitating temporary power supply for the refinery's continued operation. BPCL is an existing 220 kV EHT consumer of KSEBL with a 50 MVA contract demand.
8TNERC issues draft conventional generation tariff regulations 2026, invites comments by 17 June
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (TNERC) published its draft Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Conventional Generation Tariff) Regulations, 2026, on 1 June 2026, inviting comments and suggestions from all affected parties by 17 June 2026. The draft regulation, notified vide Draft Notification No. TNERC/TR-CGT/2026, consolidates the framework for determining tariff for conventional generation assets in Tamil Nadu, including provisions for true-up filing for FY 2026-27.
8TNERC floats draft recovery of expenses regulations 2026, covering distribution, transmission and SLDC
TNERC published a comprehensive draft Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (Recovery of Expenses and Charges by Licensees and System Operator) Regulations, 2026, on 1 June 2026, inviting stakeholder comments by 18 June 2026. Notified vide Draft Notification No. TNERC/REC/2026, the draft applies to all existing and future distribution licensees, transmission licensees, and SLDC, consolidating rules for recovery across distribution (Chapter 2), transmission (Chapter 3), and open access (Chapter 28) within a single framework.
OMBUDSMAN & CONSUMER GRIEVANCE
8UPERC fines UPPCL Rs. 7,18,000 for smart prepaid meter reconnection delays on 10 of 16 dates between 13 March and 7 April 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (UPERC) on 3 June 2026 imposed a total penalty of Rs. 7,18,000 on Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd. (UPPCL) for violating Regulation 16.11.1 of the UPERC (Standards of Performance) Regulations, 2019, which mandates at least 95% of prepaid smart-meter consumers have supply restored within two hours of recharge. UPPCL's own data covering up to 3,66,910 reconnection transactions on a single day showed compliance falling below 95% on 10 dates, with rates as low as 77%.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8UERC admits 4 MW Dharasu solar developer's plea, orders evacuation talks between Dwarka Fidato and UJVN by 22 June
The Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission (UERC) on 2 June 2026 admitted a petition filed by M/s Dwarka Fidato Renewable Pvt. Ltd. over power evacuation constraints affecting its 4 MW solar project at Dharasu, Uttarakhand. Despite objections from UJVN Ltd. and UPCL, the Commission found the matter serious enough to warrant full hearing. UERC directed both respondents to file replies on merit by 22 June 2026 and ordered the parties to hold a meeting, prepare detailed minutes covering all issues and an action plan.
8MERC partly allows MSEDCL's supplementary PPA petition for 9,154 MW MSKVY 2.0 solar capacity, extends SCOD to 31 March 2026 but bars tariff cut clause
The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission (MERC) on 3 June 2026 partly granted MSEDCL's petition to amend power purchase agreements covering 9,154 MW of solar capacity under the Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana (MSKVY) 2.0 scheme, involving 204 respondent developers. The Commission approved the extension of the Scheduled Commercial Operation Date (SCOD) to 31 March 2026 and introduced a Long Stop Date of 31 December 2026. MERC rejected MSEDCL's proposed Article 8.1.3, which would have applied a lower tariff to units commissioned after the revised SCOD.
8MERC recognises MSEB Solar Agro Power Ltd. as deemed distribution licensee for Maharashtra's agricultural consumers from 1 April 2026, with 38,076 MU annual demand
MERC on 3 June 2026 formally took on record the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company's Restructuring and Transfer Scheme, 2026, effective from 1 April 2026. Under this scheme, retail supply of electricity to agricultural consumers across MSEDCL's entire licensed area has been transferred to MSEB Solar Agro Power Ltd. (MSAPL). MSAPL's estimated power demand stands at 38,076 MU for FY 2026, rising to 39,837 MU by FY 2030. The Government of Maharashtra has committed a working capital guarantee of at least Rs. 2,500 crore. Details
NEWS UPDATE: FINANCIAL RESULTS & CORPORATE PERFORMANCE
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ANNUAL RESULTS
8SECI posts Rs. 721.75 crore net profit after tax in FY2025-26 on consolidated revenue of Rs. 18,446.80 crore
Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) reported consolidated revenue from operations of Rs. 18,446.80 crore for FY2025-26, up sharply from Rs. 15,185.10 crore in the previous year. Consolidated profit after tax reached Rs. 721.75 crore (previous year: Rs. 614.70 crore). On a standalone basis, SECI's net profit before tax was Rs. 772 crore, with standalone property, plant and equipment at Rs. 857.52 crore and capital work-in-progress at Rs. 1,814.97 crore as of 31 March 2026.
8Finolex Cables posts 22% revenue growth in Q4 FY26 and 19% for full year; EHV JV turns profitable at Rs. 450 crore revenue
Finolex Cables Limited reported Q4 FY26 revenue up approximately 22% year-on-year. The electrical segment hit an all-time quarterly high of Rs. 1,697 crore, up 22% YoY. The EHV joint venture with Sumitomo turned profitable for the first time, generating a profit of about Rs. 21 crore on revenue of roughly Rs. 450 crore. EBITDA for Q4 improved 7% YoY and 22% QoQ; PAT improved 6% YoY. Capital expenditure for FY26 was Rs. 240 crore, with Rs. 300 crore planned for FY27.
8IMP Powers submits qualified audit report for FY 2025-26 with Rs. 39.86 crore disputed trade receivables and six audit qualifications
IMP Powers Limited submitted its consolidated audited financial results for FY 2025-26 carrying a qualified audit opinion from BJS & Associates. Six unresolved issues include Rs. 39.86 crore in receivables with no ECL provision, Rs. 23.88 crore in unreconciled bank and other current asset balances, absence of impairment assessment, non-compliance with Ind AS 12 on deferred tax, and missing actuarial valuation. Full-year income stood at Rs. 3,682.67 lakh.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Tata Power to hold 1:1 investor meetings at ICICI Securities India Investor Conference on 8 June
Tata Power Company Limited notified BSE and NSE that it will attend the ICICI Securities India Investor Conference in Mumbai on 8 June 2026, participating in 1:1 physical and group meetings with individual and institutional investors. The company confirmed that no unpublished price-sensitive information will be disclosed during the engagements, consistent with SEBI Listing Regulation 30 requirements.
8Larsen & Toubro to meet CLSA-arranged investor group virtually on 8 June at 5 PM
Larsen & Toubro Limited has intimated stock exchanges of a virtual group investor meeting arranged by CLSA, scheduled for 8 June 2026 at 5:00 PM IST. The discussion will be based on publicly available information in line with the same presentation already placed on the company and exchange websites, under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR 2015.
8Genus Power schedules 11 June group investor meet via Choice Institutional Equities
Genus Power Infrastructures Limited (NSE: GENUSPOWER; BSE: 530343) disclosed that its officials will participate in a virtual group investor meeting on 11 June 2026 at 2:00 PM IST, organised by Choice Institutional Equities. The company confirmed no unpublished price-sensitive information will be discussed and the session will rely solely on publicly available data.
8Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy lines up 10 June investor group meeting with Choice Equities
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Limited (NSE: SWSOLAR; BSE: 542760) informed stock exchanges that company officials will meet investors and analysts in a group meeting on 10 June 2026, organised by Choice Institutional Equities. The disclosure was made under Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations. No unpublished price-sensitive information is expected to be discussed at the session.
8Siemens Limited releases transcript of 28 May analyst and institutional investor meet
Siemens Limited (NSE: SIEMENS; BSE: 500550) filed the complete transcript of its analysts and institutional investors meet held on 28 May 2026, with both stock exchanges. The transcript is also accessible on the company's investor relations website at siemens.com, under Regulation 30 and Regulation 46 of SEBI LODR 2015.
8Borosil Renewables chairman Pradeep Kumar Kheruka gives dual TV business updates on 3 June
Borosil Renewables Limited (NSE: BORORENEW; BSE: 502219) disclosed that Executive Chairman Mr. Pradeep Kumar Kheruka appeared in interviews on both CNBC Awaaz and NDTV Profit on 3 June 2026, discussing the company's general business outlook. Both interviews were filed separately with BSE and NSE under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR 2015.
8IEX posts 18.6% YoY volume jump to 12,983 MU in May 2026; India's peak demand hits all-time high of 270.82 GW
Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) recorded its highest-ever monthly electricity traded volume of 12,983 MUs in May 2026, an 18.6% increase year-on-year, driven by India's all-time peak power demand of 270.82 GW and 11.5% YoY growth in the country's energy consumption to 164.98 BUs. The Day-Ahead Market traded 4,417 MU (up 24.9% YoY) at an average clearing price of Rs. 4.88/unit, while the Real-Time Market reached 5,529 MU (up 15.9% YoY) at Rs. 4.16/unit.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICRA assigns [ICRA]A- (Stable) to Juniper Green Power Five's Rs. 516 crore term loan for 129.4 MW hybrid project
Rating agency ICRA on 3 June 2026 assigned a long-term rating of [ICRA]A- with Stable outlook to Juniper Green Power Five Private Limited for a Rs. 516 crore fund-based term loan maturing in March 2046. The company is developing a 129.4 MW wind-solar hybrid project in Maharashtra with a 25-year PPA with MSEDCL at Rs. 3.60 per unit for 75 MW contracted capacity. The cumulative DSCR over the 21-year debt tenor is projected at approximately 1.25x.
8Patel Engineering credit rating upgraded to IVR A/Stable and IVR A1 by Infomerics
Infomerics Valuation and Rating Private Limited upgraded Patel Engineering Limited's (NSE: PATELENG) long-term rating from IVR A- to IVR A/Stable and short-term rating from IVR A2+ to IVR A1, effective 3 June 2026. The upgrades reflect the company's strong financial performance, improved liquidity profile, and operational excellence across dams, tunnels, hydroelectric power, irrigation, and urban infrastructure projects, noting this will enhance its access to capital markets.
8Coal India fined Rs. 5,45,160 by NSE for SEBI LODR non-compliance in quarter ended March 2026
Coal India Limited received a fine of Rs. 5,45,160 (inclusive of GST) imposed by the National Stock Exchange of India Limited for non-compliance with various provisions of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations 2015 for the quarter ended 31 March 2026. The order was received on 2 June 2026 and disclosed by Coal India under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR, read with Schedule III, Part A, Para A. Details
8SECI posts Rs. 721.75 crore net profit after tax in FY2025-26 on consolidated revenue of Rs. 18,446.80 crore
Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) reported consolidated revenue from operations of Rs. 18,446.80 crore for FY2025-26, up sharply from Rs. 15,185.10 crore in the previous year. Consolidated profit after tax reached Rs. 721.75 crore (previous year: Rs. 614.70 crore). On a standalone basis, SECI's net profit before tax was Rs. 772 crore, with standalone property, plant and equipment at Rs. 857.52 crore and capital work-in-progress at Rs. 1,814.97 crore as of 31 March 2026.
8Finolex Cables posts 22% revenue growth in Q4 FY26 and 19% for full year; EHV JV turns profitable at Rs. 450 crore revenue
Finolex Cables Limited reported Q4 FY26 revenue up approximately 22% year-on-year. The electrical segment hit an all-time quarterly high of Rs. 1,697 crore, up 22% YoY. The EHV joint venture with Sumitomo turned profitable for the first time, generating a profit of about Rs. 21 crore on revenue of roughly Rs. 450 crore. EBITDA for Q4 improved 7% YoY and 22% QoQ; PAT improved 6% YoY. Capital expenditure for FY26 was Rs. 240 crore, with Rs. 300 crore planned for FY27.
8IMP Powers submits qualified audit report for FY 2025-26 with Rs. 39.86 crore disputed trade receivables and six audit qualifications
IMP Powers Limited submitted its consolidated audited financial results for FY 2025-26 carrying a qualified audit opinion from BJS & Associates. Six unresolved issues include Rs. 39.86 crore in receivables with no ECL provision, Rs. 23.88 crore in unreconciled bank and other current asset balances, absence of impairment assessment, non-compliance with Ind AS 12 on deferred tax, and missing actuarial valuation. Full-year income stood at Rs. 3,682.67 lakh.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Tata Power to hold 1:1 investor meetings at ICICI Securities India Investor Conference on 8 June
Tata Power Company Limited notified BSE and NSE that it will attend the ICICI Securities India Investor Conference in Mumbai on 8 June 2026, participating in 1:1 physical and group meetings with individual and institutional investors. The company confirmed that no unpublished price-sensitive information will be disclosed during the engagements, consistent with SEBI Listing Regulation 30 requirements.
8Larsen & Toubro to meet CLSA-arranged investor group virtually on 8 June at 5 PM
Larsen & Toubro Limited has intimated stock exchanges of a virtual group investor meeting arranged by CLSA, scheduled for 8 June 2026 at 5:00 PM IST. The discussion will be based on publicly available information in line with the same presentation already placed on the company and exchange websites, under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR 2015.
8Genus Power schedules 11 June group investor meet via Choice Institutional Equities
Genus Power Infrastructures Limited (NSE: GENUSPOWER; BSE: 530343) disclosed that its officials will participate in a virtual group investor meeting on 11 June 2026 at 2:00 PM IST, organised by Choice Institutional Equities. The company confirmed no unpublished price-sensitive information will be discussed and the session will rely solely on publicly available data.
8Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy lines up 10 June investor group meeting with Choice Equities
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Limited (NSE: SWSOLAR; BSE: 542760) informed stock exchanges that company officials will meet investors and analysts in a group meeting on 10 June 2026, organised by Choice Institutional Equities. The disclosure was made under Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations. No unpublished price-sensitive information is expected to be discussed at the session.
8Siemens Limited releases transcript of 28 May analyst and institutional investor meet
Siemens Limited (NSE: SIEMENS; BSE: 500550) filed the complete transcript of its analysts and institutional investors meet held on 28 May 2026, with both stock exchanges. The transcript is also accessible on the company's investor relations website at siemens.com, under Regulation 30 and Regulation 46 of SEBI LODR 2015.
8Borosil Renewables chairman Pradeep Kumar Kheruka gives dual TV business updates on 3 June
Borosil Renewables Limited (NSE: BORORENEW; BSE: 502219) disclosed that Executive Chairman Mr. Pradeep Kumar Kheruka appeared in interviews on both CNBC Awaaz and NDTV Profit on 3 June 2026, discussing the company's general business outlook. Both interviews were filed separately with BSE and NSE under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR 2015.
8IEX posts 18.6% YoY volume jump to 12,983 MU in May 2026; India's peak demand hits all-time high of 270.82 GW
Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) recorded its highest-ever monthly electricity traded volume of 12,983 MUs in May 2026, an 18.6% increase year-on-year, driven by India's all-time peak power demand of 270.82 GW and 11.5% YoY growth in the country's energy consumption to 164.98 BUs. The Day-Ahead Market traded 4,417 MU (up 24.9% YoY) at an average clearing price of Rs. 4.88/unit, while the Real-Time Market reached 5,529 MU (up 15.9% YoY) at Rs. 4.16/unit.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICRA assigns [ICRA]A- (Stable) to Juniper Green Power Five's Rs. 516 crore term loan for 129.4 MW hybrid project
Rating agency ICRA on 3 June 2026 assigned a long-term rating of [ICRA]A- with Stable outlook to Juniper Green Power Five Private Limited for a Rs. 516 crore fund-based term loan maturing in March 2046. The company is developing a 129.4 MW wind-solar hybrid project in Maharashtra with a 25-year PPA with MSEDCL at Rs. 3.60 per unit for 75 MW contracted capacity. The cumulative DSCR over the 21-year debt tenor is projected at approximately 1.25x.
8Patel Engineering credit rating upgraded to IVR A/Stable and IVR A1 by Infomerics
Infomerics Valuation and Rating Private Limited upgraded Patel Engineering Limited's (NSE: PATELENG) long-term rating from IVR A- to IVR A/Stable and short-term rating from IVR A2+ to IVR A1, effective 3 June 2026. The upgrades reflect the company's strong financial performance, improved liquidity profile, and operational excellence across dams, tunnels, hydroelectric power, irrigation, and urban infrastructure projects, noting this will enhance its access to capital markets.
8Coal India fined Rs. 5,45,160 by NSE for SEBI LODR non-compliance in quarter ended March 2026
Coal India Limited received a fine of Rs. 5,45,160 (inclusive of GST) imposed by the National Stock Exchange of India Limited for non-compliance with various provisions of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations 2015 for the quarter ended 31 March 2026. The order was received on 2 June 2026 and disclosed by Coal India under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR, read with Schedule III, Part A, Para A. Details
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8Tender for supply and delivery of numerical transformer differential relays Details
8Tender for manufacture, testing & delivery of 11kV RVTs Details
8Tender for supply, installation testing and commissioning of online vibration monitoring system for all three units Details
8Tender for procurement of spares of CCI make LP bypass actuators Details
8Tender for procurement of LED based lighting fitting of different wattages for various Details
8Tender for procurement of spares for rack and pinion type elevator (OEM) installed Details
8Tender for procurement of mass electronic system make solenoids installed Details
8Tender for procurement of speed controllers for various hydraulic system Details
8Tender for procurement of solenoid valve for turbine NRVs installed Details
8Tender for shifting height raising of 220kV line Details
8Tender for supply of AB switch and isolators Details
8Tender for construction of RCC protection wall around cable termination monopoles Details
8Tender for supply, erection & commissioning of 11 kV lines with MVCC conductor & dismantling of existing open conductor Details
8Tender for renovation of gravelling and grading in 33 / 132 kV yard Details
8Tender for work of interchange of 220kV circuit load Details
8Tender for supply and application of mineral wool insulation on various pipes, bends, vessels etc. Details
8Tender for repair, white wash, paint, tile, wooden, sanitry plumbing, electrical works. Details
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8Tender for repair and maintenance of different drain Details
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8Tender for construction of pavement along the open channel and other miscellaneous works Details
8Tender for dredging of overflow lagoon Details
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8Tender for repair and strengthening of central store Details
8Tender for protection work at left bank Details
8Tender for construction of 33kV bay and associated works at 132kV GSS Details
8Tender for supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of one set of 120V, 400Ah high-discharge plante type lead-acid battery bank Details
8Tender for procurement of spare transport air compressor motor Details
8Tender for services for stores operation support Details
8Tender for work of erection, testing & commissioning of 132kV equipment, structure, control wiring, earthing etc. Details
8Tender for supply of trolley mounted and manual anti smog gun Details
8Tender for supply of batteries Details
8Tender for manufacturing, testing, transportation, insurance and supply of turbine cover sleeves Details
8Tender for erection work of HT, LT line & TC work Details
8Tender for work of supply and application of nano technology-based acid and alkali resistant nano-modified anti corrosive coating paint on rusted various equipments Details
8Tender for erection work of HT, LT line & TC Details
8Tender for erection work of HT, LT line & TC work Details
8Tender for providing & fixing of chain link fencing around transformer Details
8Tender for procurement of different spares of crusher and vibrating screen Details
8Tender for service contract for coal and ash sample collection and preparation and efficiency related job Details
8Tender for service contract for miscellaneous work of ash slurry pipe lines and dry ash conveying pipe lines Details
8Tender for service contract for 10 months of poking of silo unloading telescopic chutes Details
8Tender for preventive and break down maintenance of room AC units Details
8Tender for geo technical investigations Details
8Tender for supply of LT PVC control cable Details
8Tender for supply of drones for transmission line Details
8Tender for construction of PQC road from ash dyke lagoon-01 to lagoon-02. Details
8Tender for supply, installation, design, engineering, erection, commissioning & testing of 220 V, minimum 500 AH nickle-cadmium DC battery sets Details
8Tender for miscellaneous civil (R and M) work, water supply and sanitation repairs and renovation work Details
8Tender for supply of accessories for cable Details
8Tender for supply of type-II transformer oil Details
8Tender for supply of BIS certified energy efficiency level - 3 (old)/level -2 (new), conventional 11/0.433 kV, 200 KVA, distribution transformer Details
8Tender for supply of BIS certified energy efficiency level - 3 Details
8Tender for R and M work (premonsoon), water proofing of roofs and other civil work Details
8Tender for supply of ISI marked MS black hexagonal bolt Details
8Tender for procurement of fyrquel EHC-N control oil for turbine Details
8Tender for procurement of spares of various butterfly valve of DM plant and CPU regeneration Details
8Tender for procurement of spares for suction/ discharge valve unit Details
8Tender for procurement of truck mounted industrial vacuum cleaner Details
8Tender for various face-lifting works Details
8Tender for engagement of consultant for comprehensive studies for identification and assessment of hydropower projects Details
8Tender for work of tapping of fresh drinking water to dam Details
8Tender for construction of engineering workshop and testing lab including Details
8Tender for replacement of old penstock 02 No. of gates of existing water channel Details
8Tender for supply of generator air coolers Details
8Tender for construction of shed and allied civil works Details
8Tender for procurement of DPC Al. winding wires and Strips of different size for repairing of distribution transformer Details
8Tender for ARC of regular cleaning of trash racks etc. Details
8Tender for supply of 11 kV pins for 11 kV pin insulators Details
8Tender for construction of foundation for 01 No. 33 kV 5.43 MVAR capacitor bank at 132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for construction of foundation for 50 MVA transformer Details
8Tender for erection of 1 no. of new 20MVA ,66/11 kV transformer-4 bay Details
8Tender for construction of additional 220/66 kV bus bar system for 220 kV DC line Details
8Design, engineering, supply, erection, testing, commissioning and integration of remote terminal units (RTUs) for SCADA/ EMS system Details
8Tender for repair of roof at 132kV s/s Details
8Tender for work of annual maintenance contract for attending emergency / breakdown / planned maintenance works of 220kV & 132kV substations Details
8Tender for work of annual maintenance contract (AMC) for various 400kV lines Details
8Tender for AMC for various regular preventative maintenance / emergency and breakdown works of various 220kV & 100kV substations Details
8Tender for work of replacement of 132 kV BPI and 22kV transformer LV droper twin damage jumpers Details
8Tender for work of supply, erection, testing & commissioning of 132kV & 33kV equipment Details
8Tender for work of providing & fixing of non conductive turbo wind driven bird guard for various EHV lines Details
8Tender for works of supply, erection, testing and commissioning of additional 1 x 100 MVA, 220/132 kV ICT along Details
8Tender for demolition of existing old control room, foundation, chain-link fencing Details
8Tender for extension of existing shed and store, construction of new shed on TC stacking Details
8Tender for erection work of LILO to 66kV S/S Details
8Tender for erection work of LILO to proposed 66kV sub-station Details
8Tender for supply of mill discharge first piece after MPO for coal mill Details
8Tender for supply, erection, testing, and commissioning of 66kV equipment’s & materials Details
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8India’s solar ambitions face a factory-floor test: Rollout of new rules sparks industry concerns over domestic cell shortage, stranded investments Details
8India overtakes US to become second-largest solar growth market in 2025 Details
8RE targets may create 4.4 mn jobs by 2030, rooftop solar to lead: Study Details
8India's solar boom eases daytime demand, but night shortages persist Details
8India's tougher grid rules unsettle investors, test clean energy ambitions Details
8Clean Max to supply wind, solar power to Indian chemicals group Details
8Here's the largest job generating sector in clean energy sector Details
8CleanMax, Gujarat Alkalies partner on 75.90 MW wind and 84.34 MWp solar project in Gujarat Details
8PLF performance: OPGC ranks 1st among all state sector power generators in India Details
8Coal India Cuts Output as Renewables Rise in 2026 Details
8JSW Energy NCLT Order Received for GE Power India Scheme of Arrangement Details
8Sharika jumps on foraying into India’s rapidly expanding SCADA-ADMS market Details
8Citi initiates coverage on Power Equipment sector; Sees long-term opportunity in transmission & distribution Details
8MPs' panel lauds Govt steps to ensure reliable power grid amid surging demand Details
8OPGC tops chart with plant load performance in India Details
8Union Power Minister Chairs Parliamentary Committee Meeting On Future-Ready Power Grid Details
8Khattar Reviews Haryana Power Sector, Pushes Smart Meter Rollout Details
8Nuclear power can fuel India’s data centres & defence sector, says CRF panel Details
8Renewable Energy Stocks Show Mixed Performance As Indian Markets End Lower Details
8Nuclear Power Stocks with Strong Expansion Plans Details
8Centre urged to extend subsidy for battery systems to store solar power Details
8India’s nuclear power push: Can India really reach 100 GW by 2047 Details
8House Panel On Power Discusses Grid Stability Amid Rising Electricity Demand Details
8Schneider Electric And Allied Engineers Join Hands To Advance Distribution Infrastructure Details
8Small Reactors, Big Aspirations: India's Path Toward 100 GW Nuclear Capacity Details
8Regional Power Trade Is Critical for India’s Energy Security: Alok Kumar Details
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8Tender for supply and delivery of numerical transformer differential relays Details
8Tender for manufacture, testing & delivery of 11kV RVTs Details
8Tender for supply, installation testing and commissioning of online vibration monitoring system for all three units Details
8Tender for procurement of spares of CCI make LP bypass actuators Details
8Tender for procurement of LED based lighting fitting of different wattages for various Details
8Tender for procurement of spares for rack and pinion type elevator (OEM) installed Details
8Tender for procurement of mass electronic system make solenoids installed Details
8Tender for procurement of speed controllers for various hydraulic system Details
8Tender for procurement of solenoid valve for turbine NRVs installed Details
8Tender for shifting height raising of 220kV line Details
8Tender for supply of AB switch and isolators Details
8Tender for construction of RCC protection wall around cable termination monopoles Details
8Tender for supply, erection & commissioning of 11 kV lines with MVCC conductor & dismantling of existing open conductor Details
8Tender for renovation of gravelling and grading in 33 / 132 kV yard Details
8Tender for work of interchange of 220kV circuit load Details
8Tender for supply and application of mineral wool insulation on various pipes, bends, vessels etc. Details
8Tender for repair, white wash, paint, tile, wooden, sanitry plumbing, electrical works. Details
8Tender for repair and maintenance of other miscellaneous work Details
8Tender for repair and maintenance of different drain Details
8Tender for day to day repairing and replacement work of doors, windows, ventilators Details
8Tender for construction of pavement along the open channel and other miscellaneous works Details
8Tender for dredging of overflow lagoon Details
8Tender for maintenance and miscellaneous civil works Details
8Tender for miscellaneous civil works Details
8Tender for outer side miscellaneous civil works Details
8Tender for repair and strengthening of central store Details
8Tender for protection work at left bank Details
8Tender for construction of 33kV bay and associated works at 132kV GSS Details
8Tender for supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of one set of 120V, 400Ah high-discharge plante type lead-acid battery bank Details
8Tender for procurement of spare transport air compressor motor Details
8Tender for services for stores operation support Details
8Tender for work of erection, testing & commissioning of 132kV equipment, structure, control wiring, earthing etc. Details
8Tender for supply of trolley mounted and manual anti smog gun Details
8Tender for supply of batteries Details
8Tender for manufacturing, testing, transportation, insurance and supply of turbine cover sleeves Details
8Tender for erection work of HT, LT line & TC work Details
8Tender for work of supply and application of nano technology-based acid and alkali resistant nano-modified anti corrosive coating paint on rusted various equipments Details
8Tender for erection work of HT, LT line & TC Details
8Tender for erection work of HT, LT line & TC work Details
8Tender for providing & fixing of chain link fencing around transformer Details
8Tender for procurement of different spares of crusher and vibrating screen Details
8Tender for service contract for coal and ash sample collection and preparation and efficiency related job Details
8Tender for service contract for miscellaneous work of ash slurry pipe lines and dry ash conveying pipe lines Details
8Tender for service contract for 10 months of poking of silo unloading telescopic chutes Details
8Tender for preventive and break down maintenance of room AC units Details
8Tender for geo technical investigations Details
8Tender for supply of LT PVC control cable Details
8Tender for supply of drones for transmission line Details
8Tender for construction of PQC road from ash dyke lagoon-01 to lagoon-02. Details
8Tender for supply, installation, design, engineering, erection, commissioning & testing of 220 V, minimum 500 AH nickle-cadmium DC battery sets Details
8Tender for miscellaneous civil (R and M) work, water supply and sanitation repairs and renovation work Details
8Tender for supply of accessories for cable Details
8Tender for supply of type-II transformer oil Details
8Tender for supply of BIS certified energy efficiency level - 3 (old)/level -2 (new), conventional 11/0.433 kV, 200 KVA, distribution transformer Details
8Tender for supply of BIS certified energy efficiency level - 3 Details
8Tender for R and M work (premonsoon), water proofing of roofs and other civil work Details
8Tender for supply of ISI marked MS black hexagonal bolt Details
8Tender for procurement of fyrquel EHC-N control oil for turbine Details
8Tender for procurement of spares of various butterfly valve of DM plant and CPU regeneration Details
8Tender for procurement of spares for suction/ discharge valve unit Details
8Tender for procurement of truck mounted industrial vacuum cleaner Details
8Tender for various face-lifting works Details
8Tender for engagement of consultant for comprehensive studies for identification and assessment of hydropower projects Details
8Tender for work of tapping of fresh drinking water to dam Details
8Tender for construction of engineering workshop and testing lab including Details
8Tender for replacement of old penstock 02 No. of gates of existing water channel Details
8Tender for supply of generator air coolers Details
8Tender for construction of shed and allied civil works Details
8Tender for procurement of DPC Al. winding wires and Strips of different size for repairing of distribution transformer Details
8Tender for ARC of regular cleaning of trash racks etc. Details
8Tender for supply of 11 kV pins for 11 kV pin insulators Details
8Tender for construction of foundation for 01 No. 33 kV 5.43 MVAR capacitor bank at 132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for construction of foundation for 50 MVA transformer Details
8Tender for erection of 1 no. of new 20MVA ,66/11 kV transformer-4 bay Details
8Tender for construction of additional 220/66 kV bus bar system for 220 kV DC line Details
8Design, engineering, supply, erection, testing, commissioning and integration of remote terminal units (RTUs) for SCADA/ EMS system Details
8Tender for repair of roof at 132kV s/s Details
8Tender for work of annual maintenance contract for attending emergency / breakdown / planned maintenance works of 220kV & 132kV substations Details
8Tender for work of annual maintenance contract (AMC) for various 400kV lines Details
8Tender for AMC for various regular preventative maintenance / emergency and breakdown works of various 220kV & 100kV substations Details
8Tender for work of replacement of 132 kV BPI and 22kV transformer LV droper twin damage jumpers Details
8Tender for work of supply, erection, testing & commissioning of 132kV & 33kV equipment Details
8Tender for work of providing & fixing of non conductive turbo wind driven bird guard for various EHV lines Details
8Tender for works of supply, erection, testing and commissioning of additional 1 x 100 MVA, 220/132 kV ICT along Details
8Tender for demolition of existing old control room, foundation, chain-link fencing Details
8Tender for extension of existing shed and store, construction of new shed on TC stacking Details
8Tender for erection work of LILO to 66kV S/S Details
8Tender for erection work of LILO to proposed 66kV sub-station Details
8Tender for supply of mill discharge first piece after MPO for coal mill Details
8Tender for supply, erection, testing, and commissioning of 66kV equipment’s & materials Details
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8India’s solar ambitions face a factory-floor test: Rollout of new rules sparks industry concerns over domestic cell shortage, stranded investments Details
8India overtakes US to become second-largest solar growth market in 2025 Details
8RE targets may create 4.4 mn jobs by 2030, rooftop solar to lead: Study Details
8India's solar boom eases daytime demand, but night shortages persist Details
8India's tougher grid rules unsettle investors, test clean energy ambitions Details
8Clean Max to supply wind, solar power to Indian chemicals group Details
8Here's the largest job generating sector in clean energy sector Details
8CleanMax, Gujarat Alkalies partner on 75.90 MW wind and 84.34 MWp solar project in Gujarat Details
8PLF performance: OPGC ranks 1st among all state sector power generators in India Details
8Coal India Cuts Output as Renewables Rise in 2026 Details
8JSW Energy NCLT Order Received for GE Power India Scheme of Arrangement Details
8Sharika jumps on foraying into India’s rapidly expanding SCADA-ADMS market Details
8Citi initiates coverage on Power Equipment sector; Sees long-term opportunity in transmission & distribution Details
8MPs' panel lauds Govt steps to ensure reliable power grid amid surging demand Details
8OPGC tops chart with plant load performance in India Details
8Union Power Minister Chairs Parliamentary Committee Meeting On Future-Ready Power Grid Details
8Khattar Reviews Haryana Power Sector, Pushes Smart Meter Rollout Details
8Nuclear power can fuel India’s data centres & defence sector, says CRF panel Details
8Renewable Energy Stocks Show Mixed Performance As Indian Markets End Lower Details
8Nuclear Power Stocks with Strong Expansion Plans Details
8Centre urged to extend subsidy for battery systems to store solar power Details
8India’s nuclear power push: Can India really reach 100 GW by 2047 Details
8House Panel On Power Discusses Grid Stability Amid Rising Electricity Demand Details
8Schneider Electric And Allied Engineers Join Hands To Advance Distribution Infrastructure Details
8Small Reactors, Big Aspirations: India's Path Toward 100 GW Nuclear Capacity Details
8Regional Power Trade Is Critical for India’s Energy Security: Alok Kumar Details
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8Daily Excel covering new tenders and all published updates including corrigendum, amendment, addendum, clarification and status revisions, along with technical and financial bid opening, evaluation completion and final award actions including AOC and LOA issuance.
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Transformer procurement package signals a deeper push toward capability-led competition
Jun 03:
8This transformer procurement may appear routine, but the underlying framework tells a different story.
8Qualification controls, compliance requirements and revised timelines are shaping competition as much as the equipment specifications themselves.
8The implications extend beyond a single procurement exercise. Details
8Qualification controls, compliance requirements and revised timelines are shaping competition as much as the equipment specifications themselves.
8The implications extend beyond a single procurement exercise. Details
Western Coalfields Limited's Rs 333 crore Adasa package reveals more than a routine mining award
Jun 03:
8The contract value may grab attention, but the more revealing story lies in the commercial outcome.
8The award offers fresh clues about bidding behaviour, competitive intensity and pricing dynamics in large mining contracts.
8Its implications could extend well beyond a single project. Details
8The award offers fresh clues about bidding behaviour, competitive intensity and pricing dynamics in large mining contracts.
8Its implications could extend well beyond a single project. Details
The real story may lie beneath a Rs 516 crore hydro rehabilitation package rather than its price tag
Jun 03:
8The contract targets a component that rarely attracts investment on this scale.
8What appears to be a rehabilitation package may involve engineering and operational considerations far beyond routine refurbishment.
8The implications extend well beyond construction activity alone. Details
8What appears to be a rehabilitation package may involve engineering and operational considerations far beyond routine refurbishment.
8The implications extend well beyond construction activity alone. Details
Rs multi-thousand-crore hydro package quietly redraws the competitive map for underground contractors
Jun 03:
8A series of amendments has altered who can realistically compete for one of India's largest underground hydro packages.
8While technical on paper, the changes reshape qualification pathways, consortium options and execution accountability.
8Their impact could extend far beyond a single project. Details
8While technical on paper, the changes reshape qualification pathways, consortium options and execution accountability.
8Their impact could extend far beyond a single project. Details
Contracting news for the day
Jun 03:
8Rs 324 crore Waste-to-Energy tender quietly combines EPC execution with a bidder filter few municipal projects attempt
A major Waste-to-Energy opportunity is drawing attention not only for its project value but also for the way qualification and execution responsibilities have been structured. The tender appears to blend infrastructure delivery with operational accountability in a manner that could significantly influence bidder participation. Whether the market embraces this approach may offer an important signal for future urban Waste-to-Energy procurements.
8Rs 5,129 crore hydro package quietly redraws the qualification map as repeated extensions keep competition open
Repeated extensions have kept this mega hydro package in play. But the real story lies in qualification changes that appear to widen access while tightening accountability. Their impact could extend well beyond a single tender.
8Waste-to-energy push tests long-term PPP risk appetite
Rs 257 crore waste-to-energy opportunity is being shaped by more than construction economics. The concession structure places significant execution, financing and operational responsibilities on the private partner. How bidders assess those risks could prove as important as the project value itself.
8Long-duration nuclear EPC package extends bidder responsibility well beyond project execution
A key nuclear project package is being structured around more than equipment supply and installation. The contract extends responsibility deep into the operational phase, potentially reshaping bidder risk calculations. The approach could signal an evolving procurement strategy for complex infrastructure projects.
8Protected-area routing assumptions shift in a major renewable evacuation corridor project
A seemingly technical amendment could alter how developers assess one of western India's largest transmission corridors. The change revisits a long-standing planning constraint with implications that extend beyond immediate execution. Its impact may be felt in both bidder risk calculations and future network expansion strategies.
8Rs 90 crore entry ticket masks a much larger transmission play in Gujarat's renewable corridor
Built around large-scale renewable integration, this transmission project carries responsibilities that extend beyond conventional power evacuation. Grid-strengthening provisions, future expansion readiness and system-stability obligations could significantly influence bidder economics. The bigger story may lie in what the network is expected to support after commissioning. Details
A major Waste-to-Energy opportunity is drawing attention not only for its project value but also for the way qualification and execution responsibilities have been structured. The tender appears to blend infrastructure delivery with operational accountability in a manner that could significantly influence bidder participation. Whether the market embraces this approach may offer an important signal for future urban Waste-to-Energy procurements.
8Rs 5,129 crore hydro package quietly redraws the qualification map as repeated extensions keep competition open
Repeated extensions have kept this mega hydro package in play. But the real story lies in qualification changes that appear to widen access while tightening accountability. Their impact could extend well beyond a single tender.
8Waste-to-energy push tests long-term PPP risk appetite
Rs 257 crore waste-to-energy opportunity is being shaped by more than construction economics. The concession structure places significant execution, financing and operational responsibilities on the private partner. How bidders assess those risks could prove as important as the project value itself.
8Long-duration nuclear EPC package extends bidder responsibility well beyond project execution
A key nuclear project package is being structured around more than equipment supply and installation. The contract extends responsibility deep into the operational phase, potentially reshaping bidder risk calculations. The approach could signal an evolving procurement strategy for complex infrastructure projects.
8Protected-area routing assumptions shift in a major renewable evacuation corridor project
A seemingly technical amendment could alter how developers assess one of western India's largest transmission corridors. The change revisits a long-standing planning constraint with implications that extend beyond immediate execution. Its impact may be felt in both bidder risk calculations and future network expansion strategies.
8Rs 90 crore entry ticket masks a much larger transmission play in Gujarat's renewable corridor
Built around large-scale renewable integration, this transmission project carries responsibilities that extend beyond conventional power evacuation. Grid-strengthening provisions, future expansion readiness and system-stability obligations could significantly influence bidder economics. The bigger story may lie in what the network is expected to support after commissioning. Details
NEWS UPDATE: COAL, FUEL & ENERGY COMMODITIES
Jun 03:
COAL PRODUCTION & OFFTAKE
8Coal India-linked plants hold 42,314 thousand tonnes, about 19 days of stock, as of 31 May 2026
Coal India Limited's Marketing & Sales Division report shows total coal stock of 42,314.5 thousand tonnes — 41,811.8 TT indigenous and 503.0 TT imported — against a daily requirement of 2,171.0 thousand tonnes, providing roughly 19 days of cover. The report applies methodology for monitoring plants in the critical and super-critical stock categories across CIL- and SCCL-supplied stations.
8Coal powers 3,920 MU of India's 1 June 2026 output as CEA breaks down generation by fuel
The Central Electricity Authority's Category-wise, Fuel-wise Generation report for 1 June 2026 shows coal-fired stations generated 3,920.20 MU against a programme of 3,840.91 MU, while natural gas contributed 55.80 MU, nuclear 182.99 MU, hydro 382.13 MU and Bhutan imports 7.58 MU, for an all-India total of 4,631.62 MU. Cumulatively since 1 April 2026, coal alone produced 2,38,926.65 MU of the 2,84,528.90 MU national total.
8Nearly 59,574 MW worth of thermal and nuclear units have been out of the grid over 15 days in 2026-27: CEA
The Central Electricity Authority's report on thermal and nuclear units out of the grid for more than 15 days during 2026-27, as on 1 June 2026, lists each long-idled unit with its capacity, outage date and present status, with the listed capacities aggregating to roughly 59,574 MW. Among the chronic absentees is Delhi's Pragati CCPP, with units repeatedly recording outages stretching back through 2025 for grid disturbance and miscellaneous problems.
8WRLDC logs multiple RGPPL and NTPC Kawas gas units on reserve shut down since 28 May 2026
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that as of 2 June 2026, multiple gas-based Central Sector generating units in the Western Region remained under Reserve Shut Down since 28 May 2026. These include RGPPL Units 2A, 2B, 2X, 3A, 3B and 3X in Maharashtra and NTPC Kawas units in Gujarat with capacities of 106 MW to 116.1 MW each. Gandhar-ST (NTPC, Gujarat, 224.5 MW) also remained on RSD since 28 May 2026.
E-AUCTION & PRICING
8IEX Day-Ahead Market clears 1,59,911 MWh at Rs. 5,278.78/MWh for 2 June 2026 as prices hit the Rs. 10,000 ceiling
The Indian Energy Exchange's Day-Ahead Market for delivery on 2 June 2026 cleared 1,59,910.77 MWh at an average market clearing price of Rs. 5,278.78/MWh, against purchase bids of 3,54,334.35 MWh and sell bids of 5,02,802.60 MWh. Prices swung from a low of Rs. 1,526.97/MWh to the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, with the average dispatch of 6,662.95 MW across the day.
8IEX Real-Time Market cleared 1,50,395 MWh at Rs. 4,961.17/MWh on 2 June 2026 amid ceiling-price spikes
The Indian Energy Exchange's Real-Time Market for delivery on 2 June 2026 cleared 1,50,395.12 MWh at an average market clearing price of Rs. 4,961.17/MWh, drawn from purchase bids of 3,69,471.55 MWh against sell bids of 2,94,102.45 MWh. Prices spanned a low of Rs. 512.16/MWh to the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, with average cleared volume of 6,266.46 MW.
8No trades clear on IEX High-Price Day-Ahead Market for 2 June 2026 as 74,449 MWh of sell bids go unmatched
The Indian Energy Exchange's High-Price Day-Ahead Market saw zero cleared volume for delivery on 2 June 2026, with purchase bids of just 3,344.90 MWh against sell bids of 74,449.40 MWh failing to match. The segment, which carries a Rs. 20,000/MWh price band for high-cost generators, recorded clearings only on adjacent days at prices near Rs. 19,499 to Rs. 20,000/MWh.
GAS & LNG
8NLDC schedules 39,603 MWh of SCUC-Up and 36,431 MWh SCUC-Down for 2 June grid balancing
Grid Controller of India's NLDC scheduled 39,603 MWh of Security Constrained Unit Commitment (SCUC) upward reserve and 36,431 MWh of SCUC downward reserve for 2 June 2026 to manage inter-state balancing. The spinning reserves remained well within inter-state-level requirements throughout the day, as depicted in the 24-hour reserve profiles published by NLDC. Details
8Coal India-linked plants hold 42,314 thousand tonnes, about 19 days of stock, as of 31 May 2026
Coal India Limited's Marketing & Sales Division report shows total coal stock of 42,314.5 thousand tonnes — 41,811.8 TT indigenous and 503.0 TT imported — against a daily requirement of 2,171.0 thousand tonnes, providing roughly 19 days of cover. The report applies methodology for monitoring plants in the critical and super-critical stock categories across CIL- and SCCL-supplied stations.
8Coal powers 3,920 MU of India's 1 June 2026 output as CEA breaks down generation by fuel
The Central Electricity Authority's Category-wise, Fuel-wise Generation report for 1 June 2026 shows coal-fired stations generated 3,920.20 MU against a programme of 3,840.91 MU, while natural gas contributed 55.80 MU, nuclear 182.99 MU, hydro 382.13 MU and Bhutan imports 7.58 MU, for an all-India total of 4,631.62 MU. Cumulatively since 1 April 2026, coal alone produced 2,38,926.65 MU of the 2,84,528.90 MU national total.
8Nearly 59,574 MW worth of thermal and nuclear units have been out of the grid over 15 days in 2026-27: CEA
The Central Electricity Authority's report on thermal and nuclear units out of the grid for more than 15 days during 2026-27, as on 1 June 2026, lists each long-idled unit with its capacity, outage date and present status, with the listed capacities aggregating to roughly 59,574 MW. Among the chronic absentees is Delhi's Pragati CCPP, with units repeatedly recording outages stretching back through 2025 for grid disturbance and miscellaneous problems.
8WRLDC logs multiple RGPPL and NTPC Kawas gas units on reserve shut down since 28 May 2026
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that as of 2 June 2026, multiple gas-based Central Sector generating units in the Western Region remained under Reserve Shut Down since 28 May 2026. These include RGPPL Units 2A, 2B, 2X, 3A, 3B and 3X in Maharashtra and NTPC Kawas units in Gujarat with capacities of 106 MW to 116.1 MW each. Gandhar-ST (NTPC, Gujarat, 224.5 MW) also remained on RSD since 28 May 2026.
E-AUCTION & PRICING
8IEX Day-Ahead Market clears 1,59,911 MWh at Rs. 5,278.78/MWh for 2 June 2026 as prices hit the Rs. 10,000 ceiling
The Indian Energy Exchange's Day-Ahead Market for delivery on 2 June 2026 cleared 1,59,910.77 MWh at an average market clearing price of Rs. 5,278.78/MWh, against purchase bids of 3,54,334.35 MWh and sell bids of 5,02,802.60 MWh. Prices swung from a low of Rs. 1,526.97/MWh to the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, with the average dispatch of 6,662.95 MW across the day.
8IEX Real-Time Market cleared 1,50,395 MWh at Rs. 4,961.17/MWh on 2 June 2026 amid ceiling-price spikes
The Indian Energy Exchange's Real-Time Market for delivery on 2 June 2026 cleared 1,50,395.12 MWh at an average market clearing price of Rs. 4,961.17/MWh, drawn from purchase bids of 3,69,471.55 MWh against sell bids of 2,94,102.45 MWh. Prices spanned a low of Rs. 512.16/MWh to the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, with average cleared volume of 6,266.46 MW.
8No trades clear on IEX High-Price Day-Ahead Market for 2 June 2026 as 74,449 MWh of sell bids go unmatched
The Indian Energy Exchange's High-Price Day-Ahead Market saw zero cleared volume for delivery on 2 June 2026, with purchase bids of just 3,344.90 MWh against sell bids of 74,449.40 MWh failing to match. The segment, which carries a Rs. 20,000/MWh price band for high-cost generators, recorded clearings only on adjacent days at prices near Rs. 19,499 to Rs. 20,000/MWh.
GAS & LNG
8NLDC schedules 39,603 MWh of SCUC-Up and 36,431 MWh SCUC-Down for 2 June grid balancing
Grid Controller of India's NLDC scheduled 39,603 MWh of Security Constrained Unit Commitment (SCUC) upward reserve and 36,431 MWh of SCUC downward reserve for 2 June 2026 to manage inter-state balancing. The spinning reserves remained well within inter-state-level requirements throughout the day, as depicted in the 24-hour reserve profiles published by NLDC. Details
NEWS UPDATE: GRID OPERATIONS & POWER SUPPLY
Jun 03:
PEAK DEMAND & GRID FREQUENCY
8India peaks at 2,34,212 MW on 2 June; all-India energy met reaches 5,291 MU with 3.07 MU shortage
GRID-India's NLDC reported that the all-India evening peak demand met on 2 June 2026 stood at 2,34,212 MW (at 20:00 hrs), while the absolute maximum demand recorded hit 2,42,761 MW at 15:26 hrs per NLDC SCADA. Total energy met for the day was 5,291 MU against a net energy shortage of 3.07 MU spread across Northern, Eastern, and North-Eastern regions, with hydro contributing 422 MU, solar 641 MU and wind 239 MU.
8National grid spent 10 hours 27 minutes outside IEGC frequency band on 2 June; FDI at 43.5
GRID-India's NLDC reported that the Indian grid's average frequency on 2 June 2026 was 49.956 Hz with a standard deviation of 0.136 Hz, and the Frequency Deviation Index stood at 43.5. The instantaneous frequency peaked at 50.229 Hz at 08:02:20 hrs and dipped to a minimum of 49.458 Hz at 22:16:50 hrs, with the grid spending 10 hours and 27 minutes outside the IEGC band of 49.9-50.05 Hz.
8Northern Region peaks at 75,060 MW with 80 MW shortage on 2 June; day energy reaches 1,601 MU
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that evening-peak demand met in the Northern Region on 2 June 2026 stood at 75,060 MW against a requirement of 75,140 MW, resulting in a peak shortage of 80 MW concentrated in Uttarakhand. Day energy met was 1,601 MU against an energy shortage of 0.75 MU, with Uttar Pradesh remaining the single largest consumer at 27,147 MW at the 20:00 peak.
8Western Region peaks at 70,132 MW on 2 June; Maharashtra leads at 27,767 MW, Gujarat at 21,698 MW
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Western Region met an evening-peak demand of 70,132 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026 with no shortage, against a day energy met of 1,597.4 MU and an energy shortfall of 0.49 MU. Maharashtra was the dominant consumer at 27,767 MW peak and 651.58 MU day energy, followed by Gujarat at 21,698 MW and 539.31 MU.
8Southern Region hits 54,543 MW at evening peak on 2 June; Tamil Nadu tops at 18,445 MW with 1,304 MU day energy
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the region met an evening-peak demand of 54,543 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026 with no shortage, and a day energy of 1,304.2 MU with a marginal 0.37 MU energy shortage in Kerala. Tamil Nadu led all southern states at 18,445 MW peak demand and 422.1 MU day energy, followed by Karnataka at 13,848 MW and Andhra Pradesh at 13,018 MW.
8Eastern Region logs 30,767 MW evening peak with 1.09 MU energy shortfall; Bihar records 550 MW ACE dip
The Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Eastern Region met a peak demand of 30,767 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026, while total day energy met was 715.51 MU with an energy shortfall of 1.09 MU. West Bengal was the largest contributor at 13,270 MW maximum demand, and Bihar registered a significant under-drawal event with its ACE dipping to minus 550 MW during the day.
8North Eastern Region clocks 3,710 MW evening peak on 2 June; Assam leads at 2,422 MW, energy shortfall 0.37 MU
GRID-India's North Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the North Eastern Region met an evening-peak demand of 3,710 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026 with zero shortage at peak, while day energy met was 73.38 MU against a shortfall of 0.37 MU attributed to Assam. Assam was the dominant state at 2,422 MW peak demand, and all seven north-eastern states reported zero peak shortages.
8NLDC day-ahead demand forecast misses by 3.3% on 1 June; real-time error tighter at 2.0%
The National Load Despatch Centre disclosed that the mean absolute percentage error for its all-India day-ahead demand forecast on 1 June 2026 was 3.3%, while the real-time forecast error was narrower at 2.0%. For energy consumption, the day-ahead MAPE was 3.1% and the real-time MAPE was 1.5%, reported pursuant to Article 31.2(i) of the Indian Electricity Grid Code 2023.
8All inter-regional corridors record zero ATC violations on 2 June 2026, NLDC reports
GRID-India's NLDC reported in its System Reliability Indices report for 2 June 2026 that all five inter-regional transmission corridors — WR-NR, ER-NR, Import of NR, NEW-SR, and NER Import — registered zero ATC violations with 0% violation rate. The N-1 contingency criterion was not violated on any corridor for the entire day, with most 765 kV and 400 kV substations in the Northern Region staying within the IEGC voltage band.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8NERPC calls 239th Operation Coordination Sub-Committee Meeting for 24 June 2026 in Shillong
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee issued a notice convening its 239th OCC Meeting on 24 June 2026 at 10:30 hrs at the NERPC Conference Hall, Shillong, with a separate online meeting on shutdown proposals slated for 19 June 2026 at 15:00 hrs. Constituents including power utilities of Assam, Manipur and Meghalaya were asked to submit agenda items to the NERPC Secretariat by 10 June 2026.
8Eastern Region faces 4,624 MW forced outages on 2 June; NTPC Barh Unit-3 (660 MW) down on boiler tube failure
The Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre recorded total forced outages of 4,624 MW for 2 June 2026, comprising 2,930 MW in the Central Sector and 1,694 MW in the State Sector. NTPC's Barh Unit-3 (660 MW) tripped on boiler tube leakage on 1 June, and the Teesta Stage III and Teesta HPS units (collectively 1,820 MW in Sikkim) remained on extended outage since October 2023 due to the catastrophic LOHNAK lake cloudburst event.
8Southern Region thermal units lose 5,500+ MW capacity on 2 June; NTPL and NNTPS 500 MW units trip unrevived
The SRLDC's unit outage report for 2 June 2026 recorded multiple significant thermal unit trips. NTPL Unit-2 (500 MW) tripped at 19:18 hrs due to oil leakage and fire in the HV bypass valve, NNTPS Unit-2 (500 MW) tripped at 18:31 hrs due to a slag conveyor ABG outage, and four Srisailam LBPH units (each 150 MW) of TGGENCO remained under annual overhauling since 9 May 2026.
8APTRANSCO's 400 kV Guddigudem-Hinduja double circuit trips on fault at 21:47 hrs on 2 June
SRLDC's forced transmission outage report for 2 June 2026 recorded four forced line outages in the Southern Region. The most consequential were two simultaneous trips on APTRANSCO's 400 kV Guddigudem-Hinduja Circuit-1 (B-N fault) and Circuit-2 (R-N fault) at 21:47 hrs; Circuit-2 was revived by 23:56 hrs while Circuit-1 remained under outage beyond midnight.
8Southern Region grid frequency stays outside IEGC band for 10.45 hours on 2 June; minimum drops to 49.458 Hz
GRID-India's SRLDC reported that the Southern Regional grid on 2 June 2026 recorded an average frequency of 49.956 Hz with a Frequency Deviation Index of 0.185. The frequency spent 43.542% of the day (10.45 hours) outside the IEGC permissible band, with the instantaneous minimum at 49.458 Hz at 22:16:50 hrs and the maximum at 50.229 Hz at 08:02:20 hrs.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8WRPC's May 2026 Regional Energy Account logs Vindhyachal STPS-I scheduling 722.29 MU across Western beneficiaries
The Western Regional Power Committee's Regional Energy Account for May 2026 settles month-long station-wise generation and beneficiary entitlements across the region's inter-State generating stations. NTPC's 1,260 MW Vindhyachal STPS-I alone shows a monthly declared capacity of 722.29 MU, with Maharashtra (MSEB) taking 35.47% and Madhya Pradesh (MPSEB) 34.46% of the station's entitlement.
8Eastern Region schedules 3,806 MU of bilateral power in May 2026 across nearly 4,000 GNA transactions: ERPC
The Eastern Regional Power Committee's REA for bilateral transactions in May 2026 accounts for roughly 3,806.52 MU of GNA-scheduled bilateral exchanges across about 3,996 transactions, spanning intra-regional East-East and inter-regional East-West and East-North flows. The statement threads together contracts from entities such as BSPHCL, GRIDCO, JIPL, NPGC, North Karanpura STPS and Barh.
8WRPC Reactive Account nets Rs. 1.23 crore in VARh charges for 18-24 May 2026, Gujarat and Maharashtra the big receivers
The Western Regional Power Committee's Western Region Reactive Account for the week 18-24 May 2026 settles VARh charges between State entities and the ISTS, recording a sub-total net of Rs. 1,23,43,617. Maharashtra emerged as the largest net receivable at Rs. 41,37,270, followed by Gujarat at Rs. 40,63,216, Chhattisgarh at Rs. 15,96,822 and Madhya Pradesh at Rs. 15,48,839.
8WRPC Deviation Account pegs WR-NR imbalance at Rs. 247.17 crore payable for 18-24 May 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee's ABT-based Deviation Settlement Mechanism account for 18-24 May 2026 shows the region paying heavily on inter-regional flows — Rs. 247.17 crore net payable to the Northern Region, Rs. 48.99 crore to the Eastern Region, and Rs. 3,01,53,81,813 receivable from the Southern Region. Among Western Region beneficiaries, deviation charges netted Rs. 21.56 crore.
8ERPC settles Bhutan's May 2026 cross-border power: WBSEDCL to pay for 558.11 MWh after re-import adjustment
The Eastern Regional Power Committee's Regional Energy Accounting for Bhutan for May 2026 records net scheduled generation of 1,342.55 MWh, against which a re-import by Bhutan including losses for the Jaldhaka HEP of 178.399 MWh is adjusted, leaving WBSEDCL to pay for 558.109 MWh. The account also apportions energy from the Chukha and Tala hydro stations between Bihar's NBPDCL and SBPDCL.
8WRPC TRAS Settlement tops Rs. 208 crore for 18-24 May 2026, netting Rs. 183 crore after compensation
The Western Regional Power Committee's Tertiary Reserve Ancillary Services account for 18-24 May 2026 records total TRAS charges of about Rs. 208.02 crore against energy compensation of Rs. 25.00 crore, leaving a net of Rs. 183.02 crore. The settlement covers TRAS-up of 166,827.46 MWh and TRAS-down of 111,420.82 MWh dispatched by generators across the Western Region during the week.
8ERPC weekly deviation pool settles Rs. 384 crore payable, leaving Rs. 27.88 crore balance for 18-24 May 2026
The Eastern Regional Power Committee's combined DSM, SRAS, TRAS and SCUC Settlement Account for 18-24 May 2026 records amounts payable to the pool of Rs. 38,434.73 lakh against receivables of Rs. 35,646.27 lakh, leaving an ER Deviation and Ancillary-Services pool balance of about Rs. 27.88 crore. Week-total entity lines include APNRL, NVVN-BD and Barh-II among the constituents.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8WRLDC logs multiple long-standing 400 kV and 765 kV transmission elements under planned outage on 2 June
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre published its transmission line outage status for 2 June 2026, listing numerous elements under planned outage, many dating back to 2018-2023. Among the most notable are the 400 kV Wardha-Warora PGCIL reactor under outage since 4 May 2018 due to ferroresonance concerns, and bus sectionalisers at CHAMPA 400 kV and 765 kV substations open since September 2021 for fault-level control.
8SRLDC lists over 30 long-duration planned transmission outages including POWERGRID 400 kV lines dating to 2023
SRLDC's planned transmission outage report for 2 June 2026 catalogues more than 30 elements under extended outage in the Southern Region. The two longest-running outages are POWERGRID's 400 kV Ramagundam-Telangana STPP Circuits 1 and 2, both under outage since 24 March 2023, awaiting idle charging after Factory Test Completion. APTRANSCO's 400 kV GMR-Vemagiri AP-1 and GVK-Vemagiri AP-2 lines have been out since January and May 2024 respectively. Details
8India peaks at 2,34,212 MW on 2 June; all-India energy met reaches 5,291 MU with 3.07 MU shortage
GRID-India's NLDC reported that the all-India evening peak demand met on 2 June 2026 stood at 2,34,212 MW (at 20:00 hrs), while the absolute maximum demand recorded hit 2,42,761 MW at 15:26 hrs per NLDC SCADA. Total energy met for the day was 5,291 MU against a net energy shortage of 3.07 MU spread across Northern, Eastern, and North-Eastern regions, with hydro contributing 422 MU, solar 641 MU and wind 239 MU.
8National grid spent 10 hours 27 minutes outside IEGC frequency band on 2 June; FDI at 43.5
GRID-India's NLDC reported that the Indian grid's average frequency on 2 June 2026 was 49.956 Hz with a standard deviation of 0.136 Hz, and the Frequency Deviation Index stood at 43.5. The instantaneous frequency peaked at 50.229 Hz at 08:02:20 hrs and dipped to a minimum of 49.458 Hz at 22:16:50 hrs, with the grid spending 10 hours and 27 minutes outside the IEGC band of 49.9-50.05 Hz.
8Northern Region peaks at 75,060 MW with 80 MW shortage on 2 June; day energy reaches 1,601 MU
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that evening-peak demand met in the Northern Region on 2 June 2026 stood at 75,060 MW against a requirement of 75,140 MW, resulting in a peak shortage of 80 MW concentrated in Uttarakhand. Day energy met was 1,601 MU against an energy shortage of 0.75 MU, with Uttar Pradesh remaining the single largest consumer at 27,147 MW at the 20:00 peak.
8Western Region peaks at 70,132 MW on 2 June; Maharashtra leads at 27,767 MW, Gujarat at 21,698 MW
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Western Region met an evening-peak demand of 70,132 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026 with no shortage, against a day energy met of 1,597.4 MU and an energy shortfall of 0.49 MU. Maharashtra was the dominant consumer at 27,767 MW peak and 651.58 MU day energy, followed by Gujarat at 21,698 MW and 539.31 MU.
8Southern Region hits 54,543 MW at evening peak on 2 June; Tamil Nadu tops at 18,445 MW with 1,304 MU day energy
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the region met an evening-peak demand of 54,543 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026 with no shortage, and a day energy of 1,304.2 MU with a marginal 0.37 MU energy shortage in Kerala. Tamil Nadu led all southern states at 18,445 MW peak demand and 422.1 MU day energy, followed by Karnataka at 13,848 MW and Andhra Pradesh at 13,018 MW.
8Eastern Region logs 30,767 MW evening peak with 1.09 MU energy shortfall; Bihar records 550 MW ACE dip
The Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Eastern Region met a peak demand of 30,767 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026, while total day energy met was 715.51 MU with an energy shortfall of 1.09 MU. West Bengal was the largest contributor at 13,270 MW maximum demand, and Bihar registered a significant under-drawal event with its ACE dipping to minus 550 MW during the day.
8North Eastern Region clocks 3,710 MW evening peak on 2 June; Assam leads at 2,422 MW, energy shortfall 0.37 MU
GRID-India's North Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the North Eastern Region met an evening-peak demand of 3,710 MW at 20:00 hrs on 2 June 2026 with zero shortage at peak, while day energy met was 73.38 MU against a shortfall of 0.37 MU attributed to Assam. Assam was the dominant state at 2,422 MW peak demand, and all seven north-eastern states reported zero peak shortages.
8NLDC day-ahead demand forecast misses by 3.3% on 1 June; real-time error tighter at 2.0%
The National Load Despatch Centre disclosed that the mean absolute percentage error for its all-India day-ahead demand forecast on 1 June 2026 was 3.3%, while the real-time forecast error was narrower at 2.0%. For energy consumption, the day-ahead MAPE was 3.1% and the real-time MAPE was 1.5%, reported pursuant to Article 31.2(i) of the Indian Electricity Grid Code 2023.
8All inter-regional corridors record zero ATC violations on 2 June 2026, NLDC reports
GRID-India's NLDC reported in its System Reliability Indices report for 2 June 2026 that all five inter-regional transmission corridors — WR-NR, ER-NR, Import of NR, NEW-SR, and NER Import — registered zero ATC violations with 0% violation rate. The N-1 contingency criterion was not violated on any corridor for the entire day, with most 765 kV and 400 kV substations in the Northern Region staying within the IEGC voltage band.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8NERPC calls 239th Operation Coordination Sub-Committee Meeting for 24 June 2026 in Shillong
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee issued a notice convening its 239th OCC Meeting on 24 June 2026 at 10:30 hrs at the NERPC Conference Hall, Shillong, with a separate online meeting on shutdown proposals slated for 19 June 2026 at 15:00 hrs. Constituents including power utilities of Assam, Manipur and Meghalaya were asked to submit agenda items to the NERPC Secretariat by 10 June 2026.
8Eastern Region faces 4,624 MW forced outages on 2 June; NTPC Barh Unit-3 (660 MW) down on boiler tube failure
The Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre recorded total forced outages of 4,624 MW for 2 June 2026, comprising 2,930 MW in the Central Sector and 1,694 MW in the State Sector. NTPC's Barh Unit-3 (660 MW) tripped on boiler tube leakage on 1 June, and the Teesta Stage III and Teesta HPS units (collectively 1,820 MW in Sikkim) remained on extended outage since October 2023 due to the catastrophic LOHNAK lake cloudburst event.
8Southern Region thermal units lose 5,500+ MW capacity on 2 June; NTPL and NNTPS 500 MW units trip unrevived
The SRLDC's unit outage report for 2 June 2026 recorded multiple significant thermal unit trips. NTPL Unit-2 (500 MW) tripped at 19:18 hrs due to oil leakage and fire in the HV bypass valve, NNTPS Unit-2 (500 MW) tripped at 18:31 hrs due to a slag conveyor ABG outage, and four Srisailam LBPH units (each 150 MW) of TGGENCO remained under annual overhauling since 9 May 2026.
8APTRANSCO's 400 kV Guddigudem-Hinduja double circuit trips on fault at 21:47 hrs on 2 June
SRLDC's forced transmission outage report for 2 June 2026 recorded four forced line outages in the Southern Region. The most consequential were two simultaneous trips on APTRANSCO's 400 kV Guddigudem-Hinduja Circuit-1 (B-N fault) and Circuit-2 (R-N fault) at 21:47 hrs; Circuit-2 was revived by 23:56 hrs while Circuit-1 remained under outage beyond midnight.
8Southern Region grid frequency stays outside IEGC band for 10.45 hours on 2 June; minimum drops to 49.458 Hz
GRID-India's SRLDC reported that the Southern Regional grid on 2 June 2026 recorded an average frequency of 49.956 Hz with a Frequency Deviation Index of 0.185. The frequency spent 43.542% of the day (10.45 hours) outside the IEGC permissible band, with the instantaneous minimum at 49.458 Hz at 22:16:50 hrs and the maximum at 50.229 Hz at 08:02:20 hrs.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8WRPC's May 2026 Regional Energy Account logs Vindhyachal STPS-I scheduling 722.29 MU across Western beneficiaries
The Western Regional Power Committee's Regional Energy Account for May 2026 settles month-long station-wise generation and beneficiary entitlements across the region's inter-State generating stations. NTPC's 1,260 MW Vindhyachal STPS-I alone shows a monthly declared capacity of 722.29 MU, with Maharashtra (MSEB) taking 35.47% and Madhya Pradesh (MPSEB) 34.46% of the station's entitlement.
8Eastern Region schedules 3,806 MU of bilateral power in May 2026 across nearly 4,000 GNA transactions: ERPC
The Eastern Regional Power Committee's REA for bilateral transactions in May 2026 accounts for roughly 3,806.52 MU of GNA-scheduled bilateral exchanges across about 3,996 transactions, spanning intra-regional East-East and inter-regional East-West and East-North flows. The statement threads together contracts from entities such as BSPHCL, GRIDCO, JIPL, NPGC, North Karanpura STPS and Barh.
8WRPC Reactive Account nets Rs. 1.23 crore in VARh charges for 18-24 May 2026, Gujarat and Maharashtra the big receivers
The Western Regional Power Committee's Western Region Reactive Account for the week 18-24 May 2026 settles VARh charges between State entities and the ISTS, recording a sub-total net of Rs. 1,23,43,617. Maharashtra emerged as the largest net receivable at Rs. 41,37,270, followed by Gujarat at Rs. 40,63,216, Chhattisgarh at Rs. 15,96,822 and Madhya Pradesh at Rs. 15,48,839.
8WRPC Deviation Account pegs WR-NR imbalance at Rs. 247.17 crore payable for 18-24 May 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee's ABT-based Deviation Settlement Mechanism account for 18-24 May 2026 shows the region paying heavily on inter-regional flows — Rs. 247.17 crore net payable to the Northern Region, Rs. 48.99 crore to the Eastern Region, and Rs. 3,01,53,81,813 receivable from the Southern Region. Among Western Region beneficiaries, deviation charges netted Rs. 21.56 crore.
8ERPC settles Bhutan's May 2026 cross-border power: WBSEDCL to pay for 558.11 MWh after re-import adjustment
The Eastern Regional Power Committee's Regional Energy Accounting for Bhutan for May 2026 records net scheduled generation of 1,342.55 MWh, against which a re-import by Bhutan including losses for the Jaldhaka HEP of 178.399 MWh is adjusted, leaving WBSEDCL to pay for 558.109 MWh. The account also apportions energy from the Chukha and Tala hydro stations between Bihar's NBPDCL and SBPDCL.
8WRPC TRAS Settlement tops Rs. 208 crore for 18-24 May 2026, netting Rs. 183 crore after compensation
The Western Regional Power Committee's Tertiary Reserve Ancillary Services account for 18-24 May 2026 records total TRAS charges of about Rs. 208.02 crore against energy compensation of Rs. 25.00 crore, leaving a net of Rs. 183.02 crore. The settlement covers TRAS-up of 166,827.46 MWh and TRAS-down of 111,420.82 MWh dispatched by generators across the Western Region during the week.
8ERPC weekly deviation pool settles Rs. 384 crore payable, leaving Rs. 27.88 crore balance for 18-24 May 2026
The Eastern Regional Power Committee's combined DSM, SRAS, TRAS and SCUC Settlement Account for 18-24 May 2026 records amounts payable to the pool of Rs. 38,434.73 lakh against receivables of Rs. 35,646.27 lakh, leaving an ER Deviation and Ancillary-Services pool balance of about Rs. 27.88 crore. Week-total entity lines include APNRL, NVVN-BD and Barh-II among the constituents.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8WRLDC logs multiple long-standing 400 kV and 765 kV transmission elements under planned outage on 2 June
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre published its transmission line outage status for 2 June 2026, listing numerous elements under planned outage, many dating back to 2018-2023. Among the most notable are the 400 kV Wardha-Warora PGCIL reactor under outage since 4 May 2018 due to ferroresonance concerns, and bus sectionalisers at CHAMPA 400 kV and 765 kV substations open since September 2021 for fault-level control.
8SRLDC lists over 30 long-duration planned transmission outages including POWERGRID 400 kV lines dating to 2023
SRLDC's planned transmission outage report for 2 June 2026 catalogues more than 30 elements under extended outage in the Southern Region. The two longest-running outages are POWERGRID's 400 kV Ramagundam-Telangana STPP Circuits 1 and 2, both under outage since 24 March 2023, awaiting idle charging after Factory Test Completion. APTRANSCO's 400 kV GMR-Vemagiri AP-1 and GVK-Vemagiri AP-2 lines have been out since January and May 2024 respectively. Details
NEWS UPDATE: POLICY & GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Jun 03:
MINISTRY OF POWER
8Uttarakhand meets full 46.53 MU demand on 1 June 2026, drawing 34.30 MU from firm sources
The Uttarakhand Power Corporation Ltd's Actual Supply and Power Position for 1 June 2026 shows the State meeting its actual demand of 46.53 MU in full, with total availability of 46.53 MU made up of 34.30 MU from firm sources and 12.23 MU from other sources. State own generation contributed 13.58 MU and the central-share allocation stood at 20.72 MU.
8MahaTransco calls provisionally selected LDC (F&A) candidates for document verification
Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Co. Ltd (MahaTransco) issued a notification for document verification of provisionally selected candidates for the post of Lower Division Clerk (F&A), drawn from a provisional waiting list. The recruitment notice set out the verification process for candidates shortlisted for the finance-and-accounts clerical posts at the State transmission utility.
MNRE & BEE
8India generates 4,631.62 MU on 1 June 2026, running 3.1% below schedule as hydro lags
The Central Electricity Authority's All India Power Generation Overview for 1 June 2026 records actual generation of 4,631.62 MU against a programme of 4,778.20 MU from a monitored capacity of 3,10,773.79 MW. Thermal led with 4,058.92 MU, followed by hydro at 382.13 MU and nuclear at 182.99 MU. Cumulative generation since 1 April 2026 reached 2,84,528.90 MU, 1.94% below the programmed 2,90,143.20 MU.
8Thermal fleet runs at 87% stabilised availability on 1 June 2026; nuclear tops charts at 93%
The Central Electricity Authority's stabilised-capacity overview for 1 June 2026 shows India's thermal fleet with 2,29,901.56 MW stabilised and 2,00,242.05 MW online, an availability of 87.10%, while nuclear posted the strongest reading at 93.17% (8,180 MW online of 8,780 MW) and hydro stood at 80.14% (41,642.06 MW online of 51,964.66 MW). The report measures how much of each fuel type's stabilised capacity was available to the grid on the day.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8NTPC stations deliver 1,046.56 MU on 1 June 2026, just 1% short of programme
The Central Electricity Authority's NTPC Stations Generation Overview for 1 June 2026 reports actual generation of 1,046.56 MU against a programme of 1,047.58 MU, a deviation of just 1.02 MU, from monitored NTPC capacity of 60,007.23 MW of which 49,783.88 MW was available. Cumulatively since 1 April 2026, NTPC's stations generated 63,196.77 MU against the programmed 65,326.58 MU, a shortfall of 3.26%.
8India traded 1,53,619 MU of power in April 2026; Day-Ahead Market cleared at Rs. 3.88/kWh, says CEA
The Central Electricity Authority's Monthly Market Monitoring Report for April 2026 records total electricity transactions of 1,53,619 MU nationwide, of which 21,903 MU traded in the short-term market. The Day-Ahead Market cleared 4,736.85 MU at a weighted-average Rs. 3.88/kWh, the Real-Time Market 5,131.66 MU at Rs. 3.96/kWh, and the Term-Ahead Market 3,114.51 MU at Rs. 7.27/kWh, while the High-Price DAM saw just 2.99 MU clear at Rs. 19.13/kWh.
8India's power-plant coal stocks at 64% of norm on 1 June 2026, with 23 plants flagged critical
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Coal Stock Report as on 1 June 2026 shows monitored thermal capacity of 2,22,698 MW holding actual coal stocks of 48,923.5 thousand tonnes against a normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes — just 64% of the norm, equivalent to 24 days of cover at a daily requirement of 3,096.9 thousand tonnes. The fleet ran at a 72% plant load factor, with 23 plants classified as critical.
8CEA reservoir watch shows Hirakud and Indravati drawn down ahead of monsoon on 1 June 2026
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Report of Hydro Reservoir for 1 June 2026 tracks storage at major hydro reservoirs. Odisha's Hirakud stood at 183.93 m versus a full reservoir level of 192.02 m, Indravati at 630.51 m against FRL 641.84 m, and Rengali at 111.34 m against 123.44 m, while Manipur's Loktak held near full at 767.03 m, capturing pre-monsoon drawdown conditions heading into the monsoon season. Details
8Uttarakhand meets full 46.53 MU demand on 1 June 2026, drawing 34.30 MU from firm sources
The Uttarakhand Power Corporation Ltd's Actual Supply and Power Position for 1 June 2026 shows the State meeting its actual demand of 46.53 MU in full, with total availability of 46.53 MU made up of 34.30 MU from firm sources and 12.23 MU from other sources. State own generation contributed 13.58 MU and the central-share allocation stood at 20.72 MU.
8MahaTransco calls provisionally selected LDC (F&A) candidates for document verification
Maharashtra State Electricity Transmission Co. Ltd (MahaTransco) issued a notification for document verification of provisionally selected candidates for the post of Lower Division Clerk (F&A), drawn from a provisional waiting list. The recruitment notice set out the verification process for candidates shortlisted for the finance-and-accounts clerical posts at the State transmission utility.
MNRE & BEE
8India generates 4,631.62 MU on 1 June 2026, running 3.1% below schedule as hydro lags
The Central Electricity Authority's All India Power Generation Overview for 1 June 2026 records actual generation of 4,631.62 MU against a programme of 4,778.20 MU from a monitored capacity of 3,10,773.79 MW. Thermal led with 4,058.92 MU, followed by hydro at 382.13 MU and nuclear at 182.99 MU. Cumulative generation since 1 April 2026 reached 2,84,528.90 MU, 1.94% below the programmed 2,90,143.20 MU.
8Thermal fleet runs at 87% stabilised availability on 1 June 2026; nuclear tops charts at 93%
The Central Electricity Authority's stabilised-capacity overview for 1 June 2026 shows India's thermal fleet with 2,29,901.56 MW stabilised and 2,00,242.05 MW online, an availability of 87.10%, while nuclear posted the strongest reading at 93.17% (8,180 MW online of 8,780 MW) and hydro stood at 80.14% (41,642.06 MW online of 51,964.66 MW). The report measures how much of each fuel type's stabilised capacity was available to the grid on the day.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8NTPC stations deliver 1,046.56 MU on 1 June 2026, just 1% short of programme
The Central Electricity Authority's NTPC Stations Generation Overview for 1 June 2026 reports actual generation of 1,046.56 MU against a programme of 1,047.58 MU, a deviation of just 1.02 MU, from monitored NTPC capacity of 60,007.23 MW of which 49,783.88 MW was available. Cumulatively since 1 April 2026, NTPC's stations generated 63,196.77 MU against the programmed 65,326.58 MU, a shortfall of 3.26%.
8India traded 1,53,619 MU of power in April 2026; Day-Ahead Market cleared at Rs. 3.88/kWh, says CEA
The Central Electricity Authority's Monthly Market Monitoring Report for April 2026 records total electricity transactions of 1,53,619 MU nationwide, of which 21,903 MU traded in the short-term market. The Day-Ahead Market cleared 4,736.85 MU at a weighted-average Rs. 3.88/kWh, the Real-Time Market 5,131.66 MU at Rs. 3.96/kWh, and the Term-Ahead Market 3,114.51 MU at Rs. 7.27/kWh, while the High-Price DAM saw just 2.99 MU clear at Rs. 19.13/kWh.
8India's power-plant coal stocks at 64% of norm on 1 June 2026, with 23 plants flagged critical
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Coal Stock Report as on 1 June 2026 shows monitored thermal capacity of 2,22,698 MW holding actual coal stocks of 48,923.5 thousand tonnes against a normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes — just 64% of the norm, equivalent to 24 days of cover at a daily requirement of 3,096.9 thousand tonnes. The fleet ran at a 72% plant load factor, with 23 plants classified as critical.
8CEA reservoir watch shows Hirakud and Indravati drawn down ahead of monsoon on 1 June 2026
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Report of Hydro Reservoir for 1 June 2026 tracks storage at major hydro reservoirs. Odisha's Hirakud stood at 183.93 m versus a full reservoir level of 192.02 m, Indravati at 630.51 m against FRL 641.84 m, and Rengali at 111.34 m against 123.44 m, while Manipur's Loktak held near full at 767.03 m, capturing pre-monsoon drawdown conditions heading into the monsoon season. Details
NEWS UPDATE: RENEWABLE ENERGY
Jun 03:
SOLAR POWER
8India's renewables feed 545.39 MU to the grid on 1 June 2026, solar leading at 333.71 MU
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Renewable Generation Report for 1 June 2026 records net renewable generation of 545.39 MU, comprising 333.71 MU from solar, 185.53 MU from wind and 26.15 MU from biomass and other sources. Rajasthan dominated with 226.45 MU (204.93 MU solar), while inter-state generating stations contributed 374.16 MU of renewable energy, including 15.52 MU from the NP Kunta solar park.
8IEX Green Day-Ahead Market averages Rs. 5,796.29/MWh on 2 June 2026, solar driving the cleared volume
The Indian Energy Exchange's Green Day-Ahead Market for delivery on 2 June 2026 cleared at an average market clearing price of Rs. 5,796.29/MWh, with average cleared volume of 1,153.39 MW split as 767.62 MW solar, 277.92 MW non-solar and 107.86 MW hydro. Over the week of 27 May to 3 June 2026, GDAM cleared a total of 2,48,041.03 MWh at a weighted-average price of approximately Rs. 3,935.68/MWh.
8IEX Green Term-Ahead Market clears 120 contracts on 2 June 2026; solar at Rs. 2,706/MWh, non-solar up to Rs. 10,000
Trade data at the Indian Energy Exchange shows the Green Term-Ahead Market clearing about 120 daily green contracts for delivery on 2 June 2026, with solar instruments settling at Rs. 2,706/MWh and non-solar contracts clearing as high as the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling. Per-contract volumes were small, underscoring thin but firmly priced green term trading on the exchange.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8MNRE updates approved list of wind models and manufacturers as on 2 June 2026
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy published an updated Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) for Wind as on 2 June 2026, enumerating eligible wind-turbine models along with manufacturer details, rotor diameters and licensing information. The revised list governs which models qualify for use in government-supported wind projects in India.
8NERPC Energy Account settles 985.72 MU for May 2026, Lower Subansiri's 1,000 MW leading at 495.14 MU
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee's Regional Energy Account for May 2026 settles ex-bus scheduled energy across 13 inter-State stations totalling about 985.72 MU. The 1,000 MW Subansiri (Lower) hydro project topped output with 495.14 MU scheduled, followed by the 600 MW Kameng hydro station at 244.14 MU and the 405 MW Ranganadi station at 98.98 MU (saleable 87.11 MU).
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8PXIL Real-Time Market clears 1,150 MWh at Rs. 10,000/MWh for 2 June 2026
Power Exchange India Limited's RTM Market Volume Profile Report shows 1,150.00 MWh cleared and fully scheduled for delivery on 2 June 2026 at the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, drawn from purchase bids of 10,675.00 MWh. The clearing was the strongest in the 27 May to 3 June 2026 window apart from 27 May's 8,750 MWh, with all matched volume settling at the ceiling price.
8HPX Real-Time Market manages just 5 MWh at Rs. 10,000/MWh on 2 June 2026
The Hindustan Power Exchange's Real-Time Market cleared a token 5.00 MWh for delivery on 2 June 2026 at the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, against purchase bids of 2,000.00 MWh, with a final scheduled volume of 5.00 MW after nil real-time curtailment loss. The negligible clearing across HPX's 15-minute data underscores the exchange's thin real-time liquidity on the day.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8MANOHAR LAL reviews Haryana power sector; smart-metering works to begin 31 August 2026
A Press Information Bureau release reported that Union Power Minister Shri Manohar Lal reviewed power-sector issues in Haryana and was informed the State is committed to commencing smart-metering works on the ground from 31 August 2026. He pressed for expeditious award of the works and emphasised a phased rollout of prepaid smart metering across the State.
8PSDF proposals under examination reach Rs. 29,162.85 crore as of 31 May 2026
The Power System Development Fund (PSDF) status report as on 31 May 2026 lists schemes submitted by entities and under examination, with proposals carrying a total revised estimated cost of about Rs. 29,162.85 crore. The list of proposals under examination spans approximately 70 schemes, including the establishment of a Next-Generation Security Operation Centre examined by the 95th TESG meeting.
8OHPC hydro stations deliver 17.7 MU at 737 MW average on 1 June 2026, led by Mukhiguda and Balimela
The Odisha Hydro Power Corporation's Daily Load Report for 1 June 2026 shows its hydro fleet generating a total of 17.7 MU at an average of 737.3 MW, led by Upper Indravati (Mukhiguda) at 296.38 MW/7.11 MU and Balimela at 228.21 MW/5.48 MU, followed by Upper Kolab (Bariniput) at 130.88 MW/3.14 MU. The Machkund station, under APGENCO control, contributed nil on the day.
8OHPC reservoir report shows Balimela and Mukhiguda holding above last year on 1 June 2026
The Odisha Hydro Power Corporation's Reservoir Generation Report for 1 June 2026 records reservoir levels and water utilisation across its stations alongside a total generation of 17.70 MU at 737.3 MW. Balimela stood at 1,472.3 ft against a full reservoir level of 1,516 ft, above last year's 1,459.8 ft, generating 5.477 MU, while Upper Indravati (Mukhiguda) at 630.43 m produced 7.113 MU.
8NERPC SCED account shows AGBPP refunding Rs. 3.45 crore to national pool for May 2026 on backed-down generation
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee's Security Constrained Economic Dispatch account for May 2026 records the AGBPP_APM generator largely on the receivable side of the National Pool, with month-total decremental schedules of 14,651.65 MWh against incremental 5,448.56 MWh and a net of about Rs. 3.45 crore receivable by the National Pool from the generator. Settlement applied a variable cost starting at 502.40 paise/unit early in the month. Details
8India's renewables feed 545.39 MU to the grid on 1 June 2026, solar leading at 333.71 MU
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Renewable Generation Report for 1 June 2026 records net renewable generation of 545.39 MU, comprising 333.71 MU from solar, 185.53 MU from wind and 26.15 MU from biomass and other sources. Rajasthan dominated with 226.45 MU (204.93 MU solar), while inter-state generating stations contributed 374.16 MU of renewable energy, including 15.52 MU from the NP Kunta solar park.
8IEX Green Day-Ahead Market averages Rs. 5,796.29/MWh on 2 June 2026, solar driving the cleared volume
The Indian Energy Exchange's Green Day-Ahead Market for delivery on 2 June 2026 cleared at an average market clearing price of Rs. 5,796.29/MWh, with average cleared volume of 1,153.39 MW split as 767.62 MW solar, 277.92 MW non-solar and 107.86 MW hydro. Over the week of 27 May to 3 June 2026, GDAM cleared a total of 2,48,041.03 MWh at a weighted-average price of approximately Rs. 3,935.68/MWh.
8IEX Green Term-Ahead Market clears 120 contracts on 2 June 2026; solar at Rs. 2,706/MWh, non-solar up to Rs. 10,000
Trade data at the Indian Energy Exchange shows the Green Term-Ahead Market clearing about 120 daily green contracts for delivery on 2 June 2026, with solar instruments settling at Rs. 2,706/MWh and non-solar contracts clearing as high as the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling. Per-contract volumes were small, underscoring thin but firmly priced green term trading on the exchange.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8MNRE updates approved list of wind models and manufacturers as on 2 June 2026
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy published an updated Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) for Wind as on 2 June 2026, enumerating eligible wind-turbine models along with manufacturer details, rotor diameters and licensing information. The revised list governs which models qualify for use in government-supported wind projects in India.
8NERPC Energy Account settles 985.72 MU for May 2026, Lower Subansiri's 1,000 MW leading at 495.14 MU
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee's Regional Energy Account for May 2026 settles ex-bus scheduled energy across 13 inter-State stations totalling about 985.72 MU. The 1,000 MW Subansiri (Lower) hydro project topped output with 495.14 MU scheduled, followed by the 600 MW Kameng hydro station at 244.14 MU and the 405 MW Ranganadi station at 98.98 MU (saleable 87.11 MU).
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8PXIL Real-Time Market clears 1,150 MWh at Rs. 10,000/MWh for 2 June 2026
Power Exchange India Limited's RTM Market Volume Profile Report shows 1,150.00 MWh cleared and fully scheduled for delivery on 2 June 2026 at the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, drawn from purchase bids of 10,675.00 MWh. The clearing was the strongest in the 27 May to 3 June 2026 window apart from 27 May's 8,750 MWh, with all matched volume settling at the ceiling price.
8HPX Real-Time Market manages just 5 MWh at Rs. 10,000/MWh on 2 June 2026
The Hindustan Power Exchange's Real-Time Market cleared a token 5.00 MWh for delivery on 2 June 2026 at the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, against purchase bids of 2,000.00 MWh, with a final scheduled volume of 5.00 MW after nil real-time curtailment loss. The negligible clearing across HPX's 15-minute data underscores the exchange's thin real-time liquidity on the day.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8MANOHAR LAL reviews Haryana power sector; smart-metering works to begin 31 August 2026
A Press Information Bureau release reported that Union Power Minister Shri Manohar Lal reviewed power-sector issues in Haryana and was informed the State is committed to commencing smart-metering works on the ground from 31 August 2026. He pressed for expeditious award of the works and emphasised a phased rollout of prepaid smart metering across the State.
8PSDF proposals under examination reach Rs. 29,162.85 crore as of 31 May 2026
The Power System Development Fund (PSDF) status report as on 31 May 2026 lists schemes submitted by entities and under examination, with proposals carrying a total revised estimated cost of about Rs. 29,162.85 crore. The list of proposals under examination spans approximately 70 schemes, including the establishment of a Next-Generation Security Operation Centre examined by the 95th TESG meeting.
8OHPC hydro stations deliver 17.7 MU at 737 MW average on 1 June 2026, led by Mukhiguda and Balimela
The Odisha Hydro Power Corporation's Daily Load Report for 1 June 2026 shows its hydro fleet generating a total of 17.7 MU at an average of 737.3 MW, led by Upper Indravati (Mukhiguda) at 296.38 MW/7.11 MU and Balimela at 228.21 MW/5.48 MU, followed by Upper Kolab (Bariniput) at 130.88 MW/3.14 MU. The Machkund station, under APGENCO control, contributed nil on the day.
8OHPC reservoir report shows Balimela and Mukhiguda holding above last year on 1 June 2026
The Odisha Hydro Power Corporation's Reservoir Generation Report for 1 June 2026 records reservoir levels and water utilisation across its stations alongside a total generation of 17.70 MU at 737.3 MW. Balimela stood at 1,472.3 ft against a full reservoir level of 1,516 ft, above last year's 1,459.8 ft, generating 5.477 MU, while Upper Indravati (Mukhiguda) at 630.43 m produced 7.113 MU.
8NERPC SCED account shows AGBPP refunding Rs. 3.45 crore to national pool for May 2026 on backed-down generation
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee's Security Constrained Economic Dispatch account for May 2026 records the AGBPP_APM generator largely on the receivable side of the National Pool, with month-total decremental schedules of 14,651.65 MWh against incremental 5,448.56 MWh and a net of about Rs. 3.45 crore receivable by the National Pool from the generator. Settlement applied a variable cost starting at 502.40 paise/unit early in the month. Details
NEWS UPDATE: PROJECT AWARDS & CAPACITY ADDITION
Jun 03:
WORK ORDERS & SUPPLY CONTRACTS
8Alfa Transformers bags Rs. 3 crore distribution-transformer supply contract running to May 2028
Alfa Transformers Limited secured a domestic contract for the supply of various capacities of distribution transformers valued at Rs. 3,00,43,019.93. The order, disclosed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR norms, is to be executed by 20 May 2028, giving the Odisha-based transformer maker a roughly two-year delivery runway for the distribution infrastructure supply.
8Meghalaya DISCOM to open financial bids on 5 June for AI WhatsApp chatbot and bulk-SMS billing integration
Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited announced that financial bid opening for an agency to provide a WhatsApp Business Messaging Solution, an AI-based WhatsApp chatbot, a Bulk SMS Gateway and integration with MePDCL's existing Billing and Consumer Management Systems will be held on 5 June 2026. The tender marks MePDCL's push toward digital, chatbot-driven consumer engagement.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8CleanMax and Gujarat Alkalies sign up 75.90 MW wind and 84.34 MWp solar hybrid to cut industrial emissions
CleanMax announced a partnership with Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Limited (GACL) to accelerate industrial decarbonisation through a 75.90 MW wind and 84.34 MWp solar hybrid power project. The tie-up will supply round-the-clock-leaning renewable power to GACL's operations in Gujarat, advancing the chemicals major's clean-energy transition through a long-term power supply arrangement.
8UPERC lists SEUPPTCL's COD-extension dispute with UP DISCOMs for final arguments on 23 July 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission recorded that pleadings are complete in South East U.P. Power Transmission Company Limited's petition seeking an extension of the Scheduled Commercial Operation Date under its Transmission Service Agreement dated 20 January 2012. The petition is contested against the four UP distribution companies along with UPPTCL and UPPCL, with the Commission listing the matter for final arguments on 23 July 2026.
8ERPC certifies Jindal India Power's 1,200 MW station at 1,103.40 MW declared capacity for May 2026
The Eastern Regional Power Committee certified the Declared Capacity of Jindal India Power Limited (JIPL) — an installed 1,200 MW station with 4.96% auxiliary consumption — for May 2026, verified by ERLDC. The daily DC stood at a steady 1,103.40 MW, split between beneficiaries BSPHCL (909.92 MW) and MPPMCL (193.48 MW), with agreed schedule matching declared capacity through the month.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8MNRE proposes one-time relief package for renewable LoAs stuck without PPAs within 12 months
MNRE's Office Memorandum of 25 May 2026 proposes a structured One-Time Relief Package for renewable-energy projects whose Letters of Award were not converted into PPAs within 12 months of LoA issuance. The proposed package operates across two broad tracks, offering graded time relief to affected developers and addressing the backlog of stranded awards in the renewables pipeline.
8Power Ministry's Consultative Committee lauds record 50 GW-plus renewable addition in a year
According to a Press Information Bureau release, the Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Power appreciated the integration of a record renewable capacity of more than 50 GW in a single year, along with the steps taken to absorb it into the grid. The meeting reviewed measures supporting India's clean-energy build-out and grid-integration efforts, marking a historic milestone in India's energy transition.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8Government launches NHPC Offer-for-Sale to pare stake, floor set for 6% equity with retail window on 3 June 2026
The Ministry of Power notified stock exchanges of an Offer for Sale of equity shares of NHPC Limited, under which the Government of India as promoter proposed to sell up to 60,27,02,088 shares — 6.00% of NHPC's paid-up equity capital — comprising a 3.00% base offer with an equal greenshoe option. The retail-investor window was scheduled for 3 June 2026, marking a fresh tranche of the Centre's disinvestment in the hydropower PSU.
8GMDC ties up with University of Cambridge to set up research collaboration
Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd (GMDC) announced a partnership with the University of Cambridge to establish a research collaboration. The state-run miner's disclosure under SEBI LODR signalled a push into advanced research tied to its minerals and energy interests, positioning the company towards future energy transition technologies.
8Solar Industries India to showcase at Morgan Stanley's India Investment Forum 2026
Solar Industries India Limited intimated the exchanges that it would participate in the India Investment Forum 2026 organised by Morgan Stanley. The explosives and defence major, which has significant energy sector adjacencies, made the disclosure under SEBI LODR Regulations ahead of the investor event expected to highlight its strategic growth agenda.
8CEA's LGBR 2026-27 projects 18,50,211 MU energy need and 2,69,277 MW peak, with surpluses of 2.5% and 4.1%
The Central Electricity Authority's Load Generation Balance Report 2026-27 anticipates an all-India energy requirement of 18,50,211 MU and peak demand of 2,69,277 MW for 2026-27, up 7.7% and 8.9% respectively over 2025-26. Factoring in planned capacity addition of 17,515 MW including 8,945 MW thermal and 6,370 MW hydro, the report projects the country will run surpluses of 2.5% in energy and 4.1% in peak terms for the year.
8Jaipur Discom adopts Rajasthan Finance Department's MACP clarification on APARs for financial upgradation
Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited's Chief Accounts Officer issued a clarification by which the Chairman and Managing Director adopted Rajasthan Finance Department Clarification No. F.15(88)Vitta/Niyam/2017 dated 5 May 2026, concerning the treatment of Annual Performance Appraisal Reports for financial upgradation under the Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP) scheme, circulated to zonal chief engineers across the Jaipur DISCOM. Details
8Alfa Transformers bags Rs. 3 crore distribution-transformer supply contract running to May 2028
Alfa Transformers Limited secured a domestic contract for the supply of various capacities of distribution transformers valued at Rs. 3,00,43,019.93. The order, disclosed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR norms, is to be executed by 20 May 2028, giving the Odisha-based transformer maker a roughly two-year delivery runway for the distribution infrastructure supply.
8Meghalaya DISCOM to open financial bids on 5 June for AI WhatsApp chatbot and bulk-SMS billing integration
Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited announced that financial bid opening for an agency to provide a WhatsApp Business Messaging Solution, an AI-based WhatsApp chatbot, a Bulk SMS Gateway and integration with MePDCL's existing Billing and Consumer Management Systems will be held on 5 June 2026. The tender marks MePDCL's push toward digital, chatbot-driven consumer engagement.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8CleanMax and Gujarat Alkalies sign up 75.90 MW wind and 84.34 MWp solar hybrid to cut industrial emissions
CleanMax announced a partnership with Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Limited (GACL) to accelerate industrial decarbonisation through a 75.90 MW wind and 84.34 MWp solar hybrid power project. The tie-up will supply round-the-clock-leaning renewable power to GACL's operations in Gujarat, advancing the chemicals major's clean-energy transition through a long-term power supply arrangement.
8UPERC lists SEUPPTCL's COD-extension dispute with UP DISCOMs for final arguments on 23 July 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission recorded that pleadings are complete in South East U.P. Power Transmission Company Limited's petition seeking an extension of the Scheduled Commercial Operation Date under its Transmission Service Agreement dated 20 January 2012. The petition is contested against the four UP distribution companies along with UPPTCL and UPPCL, with the Commission listing the matter for final arguments on 23 July 2026.
8ERPC certifies Jindal India Power's 1,200 MW station at 1,103.40 MW declared capacity for May 2026
The Eastern Regional Power Committee certified the Declared Capacity of Jindal India Power Limited (JIPL) — an installed 1,200 MW station with 4.96% auxiliary consumption — for May 2026, verified by ERLDC. The daily DC stood at a steady 1,103.40 MW, split between beneficiaries BSPHCL (909.92 MW) and MPPMCL (193.48 MW), with agreed schedule matching declared capacity through the month.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8MNRE proposes one-time relief package for renewable LoAs stuck without PPAs within 12 months
MNRE's Office Memorandum of 25 May 2026 proposes a structured One-Time Relief Package for renewable-energy projects whose Letters of Award were not converted into PPAs within 12 months of LoA issuance. The proposed package operates across two broad tracks, offering graded time relief to affected developers and addressing the backlog of stranded awards in the renewables pipeline.
8Power Ministry's Consultative Committee lauds record 50 GW-plus renewable addition in a year
According to a Press Information Bureau release, the Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Power appreciated the integration of a record renewable capacity of more than 50 GW in a single year, along with the steps taken to absorb it into the grid. The meeting reviewed measures supporting India's clean-energy build-out and grid-integration efforts, marking a historic milestone in India's energy transition.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8Government launches NHPC Offer-for-Sale to pare stake, floor set for 6% equity with retail window on 3 June 2026
The Ministry of Power notified stock exchanges of an Offer for Sale of equity shares of NHPC Limited, under which the Government of India as promoter proposed to sell up to 60,27,02,088 shares — 6.00% of NHPC's paid-up equity capital — comprising a 3.00% base offer with an equal greenshoe option. The retail-investor window was scheduled for 3 June 2026, marking a fresh tranche of the Centre's disinvestment in the hydropower PSU.
8GMDC ties up with University of Cambridge to set up research collaboration
Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd (GMDC) announced a partnership with the University of Cambridge to establish a research collaboration. The state-run miner's disclosure under SEBI LODR signalled a push into advanced research tied to its minerals and energy interests, positioning the company towards future energy transition technologies.
8Solar Industries India to showcase at Morgan Stanley's India Investment Forum 2026
Solar Industries India Limited intimated the exchanges that it would participate in the India Investment Forum 2026 organised by Morgan Stanley. The explosives and defence major, which has significant energy sector adjacencies, made the disclosure under SEBI LODR Regulations ahead of the investor event expected to highlight its strategic growth agenda.
8CEA's LGBR 2026-27 projects 18,50,211 MU energy need and 2,69,277 MW peak, with surpluses of 2.5% and 4.1%
The Central Electricity Authority's Load Generation Balance Report 2026-27 anticipates an all-India energy requirement of 18,50,211 MU and peak demand of 2,69,277 MW for 2026-27, up 7.7% and 8.9% respectively over 2025-26. Factoring in planned capacity addition of 17,515 MW including 8,945 MW thermal and 6,370 MW hydro, the report projects the country will run surpluses of 2.5% in energy and 4.1% in peak terms for the year.
8Jaipur Discom adopts Rajasthan Finance Department's MACP clarification on APARs for financial upgradation
Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited's Chief Accounts Officer issued a clarification by which the Chairman and Managing Director adopted Rajasthan Finance Department Clarification No. F.15(88)Vitta/Niyam/2017 dated 5 May 2026, concerning the treatment of Annual Performance Appraisal Reports for financial upgradation under the Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP) scheme, circulated to zonal chief engineers across the Jaipur DISCOM. Details
NEWS UPDATE: TARIFF & REGULATORY ORDERS
Jun 03:
COMMISSION ORDERS (CERC/SERC)
8CERC grants JSW Renew Energy 30-day lifeline to energise stranded 27 MW of Tamil Nadu wind project
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Petition No. 178/MP/2026 dated 2 June 2026, permitted JSW Renew Energy Ltd. a 30-day extension for injection of infirm power to complete PPC testing and commissioning of 10 wind turbine generators totalling 27 MW. The Commission condoned a 67-day filing delay, noting 162 MW of the 270 MW project was already commissioned, with a replacement sub-controller arriving only in January 2026.
8CERC throws out Jindal Steel's T-GNA plea on jurisdiction, routes Angul DISCOM-consent fight to Odisha regulator
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission rejected Jindal Steel Limited's challenge to TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited's insistence on DISCOM consent for Temporary General Network Access to its Angul plant for May 2026. The Commission held the dispute lies beyond its jurisdiction as JSL is an intra-State EHT consumer connected to Odisha's network, directing JSL to approach the State Commission.
8ReNew loses force majeure fight: CERC holds firm on transmission charges for 100 MW of delayed wind capacity
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission dismissed ReNew Wind Energy (AP2) and ReNew Power's bid to escape CTUIL transmission bills, ruling them liable for charges on 100 MW of LTA across two 50 MW tranches. CTUIL was upheld in bills raised for November 2020-October 2021, and directed to compute May 2019-October 2020 dues sequentially under the 2010 Sharing Regulations framework.
8Two-decade wait ends: CERC backs Lanco Kondapalli's Rs. 10.79 crore fuel-cost claim plus Rs. 10.91 crore interest
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission upheld Lanco Kondapalli Power Limited's entitlement to reimbursement of Rs. 10.79 crore in finance and procurement costs plus interest of Rs. 10.91 crore from its PPA of 31 March 1997 with the erstwhile APSEB. The Commission ruled that withholding payment for over two decades while enjoying electricity supplied would amount to unjust enrichment.
8TNERC clears TNPDCL FY 2024-25 true-up with Rs. 2,551 crore gap absorbed by Rs. 16,077 crore Tamil Nadu loss funding
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the True-Up of Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited for FY 2024-25, putting total revenue requirement at Rs. 1,02,832 crore including a Rs. 6,922 crore FY 2023-24 gap. After accounting for the Government of Tamil Nadu's loss funding of Rs. 16,077 crore, the net revenue gap of Rs. 2,551 crore will be adjusted against future loss funding rather than booked as a regulatory asset.
8TNGECL posts Rs. 269.86 crore surplus as TNERC approves Rs. 1,212.38 crore FY 2024-25 true-up despite Rs. 1,307 crore negative equity
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission trued up the FY 2024-25 accounts of Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited at an approved ARR of Rs. 1,212.38 crore against revenue from operations of Rs. 1,482.24 crore, leaving a revenue surplus of Rs. 269.86 crore. TNGECL argued it remains eligible to claim Return on Equity despite a net negative equity of Rs. 1,307 crore resulting from cumulative apportioned losses.
8TNPGCL generation arm books Rs. 1,747.16 crore surplus on Rs. 13,943.83 crore ARR in TNERC FY 2024-25 true-up
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the FY 2024-25 True-Up of Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Limited at an ARR of Rs. 13,943.83 crore against revenue from operations of Rs. 15,690.99 crore, yielding a surplus of Rs. 1,747.16 crore. The Commission directed TNPGCL to file final capital-cost petitions for MTPS Stage III and NCTPS Stage II within 90 days.
8TNERC true-up leaves Tamil Nadu SLDC with Rs. 28.55 crore cumulative surplus after FY 2022-23 gap of Rs. 14.55 crore
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the True-Up of the State Load Despatch Centre for FY 2022-23, adding a revenue gap of Rs. 14.55 crore to the previously approved cumulative surplus of Rs. 40.17 crore to arrive at a net cumulative surplus of Rs. 28.55 crore, inclusive of Rs. 2.93 crore holding cost. The Commission directed SLDC to submit segregated financials carved out from TANTRANSCO within three months.
8TANTRANSCO FY 2022-23 true-up trims cumulative deficit to Rs. 4,879.57 crore as TNERC approves Rs. 3,578.24 crore ARR
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the FY 2022-23 True-Up of Tamil Nadu Transmission Corporation Limited at a net ARR of Rs. 3,578.24 crore, recording a year surplus of Rs. 790.03 crore that pared the cumulative revenue deficit from Rs. 5,237.53 crore to Rs. 4,879.57 crore. The Commission flagged the statutory auditor's inability to verify a Capital Work in Progress balance exceeding Rs. 20,000 crore.
8UERC bars PTCUL from charging steelmaker for load hike, faults UPCL's Rs. 40,000 fee in Kashi Vishwanath case
The Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission held that PTCUL cannot levy connectivity, power-system-study or Technical Feasibility Report charges on an embedded EHV consumer seeking load enhancement. The case arose from M/s Kashi Vishwanath Steels Pvt. Ltd.'s request to raise its 132 kV load from 21,500 kVA by 12,000 kVA, with PTCUL demanding Rs. 1,00,000 in TFR charges and Rs. 5,00,000 in connectivity fees.
8UERC clears Rs. 120.89 crore revamp of UJVN's 30 MW Kulhal Hydro Project, half a century after it went live
The Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission granted in-principle approval to UJVN Ltd. for a capital investment of Rs. 120.89 crore towards renovation, modernization and upgrading of the 3 x 10 MW Kulhal Hydro Electric Project near the Asan Barrage, commissioned in 1975. The project is funded 30% by equity of Rs. 36.27 crore and 70% by loans, with a first-year cost of generation of Rs. 3.38/kWh.
OPEN ACCESS & WHEELING CHARGES
8BSES Yamuna computes 42.69% fuel surcharge for April 2026 but caps monthly FPPAS at 10% under amended Delhi rules
BSES Yamuna Power Limited informed DERC that its Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge for April 2026 works out to an effective 42.69% once a legacy 7.43% component equivalent to Rs. 512.14 crore from the FY 2021-22 ARR gap is added. Citing a base power-purchase cost of Rs. 3.58 per unit on 8,065.49 MU, BYPL stated it will levy only the regulation-capped 10% FPPAS from 1 June 2026.
8BESCOM issues May 2026 fuel and power purchase cost adjustment notification to Bengaluru consumers
Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited issued a circular dated 30 May 2026 regarding the Fuel and Power Purchase Cost Adjustment (FPPCA) charge applicable for May 2026. The notice, citing Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission orders of 21 October 2022 and 23 February 2023, sets out the FPPCA position and was circulated to BESCOM's zonal and divisional offices for implementation across its supply area.
8Karnataka power-purchase workbook shows 2,945 MU sourced via SLDC and 971 MU IEX sales, with Rs. 282.37 crore KPTCL transmission charge
A Karnataka power-purchase energy-accounting and FPPCA computation workbook records total energy purchased as per SLDC of 2,945.21 MU and sale of energy through IEX of 971.21 MU, with net energy of 4,827.89 MU and projected retail sales of 2,643.90 MU. Central generating-station energy at the KPTCL periphery stood at 934.20 MU, with KPTCL transmission charges of about Rs. 282.37 crore.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8UPERC summons UPPCL on 16 June 2026 over stalled recall plea in FY 2017-20 tariff order
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission directed U.P. Power Corporation Ltd. and its Regulatory Affairs Unit to appear for a hearing on 16 June 2026 on Petition No. 1323 of 2018, which seeks recall of the Commission's order concerning the MYT ARR and tariff for state DISCOMs for FY 2017-18 to FY 2019-20. The Commission noted no submission had been filed despite a four-week direction issued on 25 February 2026.
8UPERC gives UPSLDC two more months on PSDF-funded RTUs for 132 kV SCADA, quantity trimmed to 135 units
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission granted UPSLDC Ltd. a two-month extension to submit the Power System Development Fund Monitoring Committee's recommendation on revised rates and a reduced quantity of Remote Terminal Units, cut from 145 to 135 units owing to cost escalation. The RTUs are meant to enable SCADA data acquisition, grid control, load management and protection infrastructure at 132 kV substations.
8JERC floats draft transmission-licence conditions for Chandigarh's EWEDC, seeks comments by 26 June 2026
The Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission for the State of Goa and Union Territories issued a public notice publishing draft regulations for transmission licensing applicable to the Electricity Wing of Engineering Department of Union Territory of Chandigarh, inviting comments by 26 June 2026. The draft sets out specific licence conditions for EWEDC as a deemed transmission licensee and State Transmission Utility for Chandigarh.
8TNERC floats draft conventional generation tariff rules for 2027-32, pegs thermal Return on Equity at 14%
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission issued a draft notification publishing the TNERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Conventional Generation Tariff) Regulations, 2026, inviting objections by 17 June 2026. The framework covers the Control Period FY 2027-28 to FY 2031-32, sets a base Return on Equity of 14.00% per annum for thermal stations and 15.00% for storage-type hydro stations, on a normative 70:30 debt-equity structure. Details
8CERC grants JSW Renew Energy 30-day lifeline to energise stranded 27 MW of Tamil Nadu wind project
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Petition No. 178/MP/2026 dated 2 June 2026, permitted JSW Renew Energy Ltd. a 30-day extension for injection of infirm power to complete PPC testing and commissioning of 10 wind turbine generators totalling 27 MW. The Commission condoned a 67-day filing delay, noting 162 MW of the 270 MW project was already commissioned, with a replacement sub-controller arriving only in January 2026.
8CERC throws out Jindal Steel's T-GNA plea on jurisdiction, routes Angul DISCOM-consent fight to Odisha regulator
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission rejected Jindal Steel Limited's challenge to TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited's insistence on DISCOM consent for Temporary General Network Access to its Angul plant for May 2026. The Commission held the dispute lies beyond its jurisdiction as JSL is an intra-State EHT consumer connected to Odisha's network, directing JSL to approach the State Commission.
8ReNew loses force majeure fight: CERC holds firm on transmission charges for 100 MW of delayed wind capacity
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission dismissed ReNew Wind Energy (AP2) and ReNew Power's bid to escape CTUIL transmission bills, ruling them liable for charges on 100 MW of LTA across two 50 MW tranches. CTUIL was upheld in bills raised for November 2020-October 2021, and directed to compute May 2019-October 2020 dues sequentially under the 2010 Sharing Regulations framework.
8Two-decade wait ends: CERC backs Lanco Kondapalli's Rs. 10.79 crore fuel-cost claim plus Rs. 10.91 crore interest
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission upheld Lanco Kondapalli Power Limited's entitlement to reimbursement of Rs. 10.79 crore in finance and procurement costs plus interest of Rs. 10.91 crore from its PPA of 31 March 1997 with the erstwhile APSEB. The Commission ruled that withholding payment for over two decades while enjoying electricity supplied would amount to unjust enrichment.
8TNERC clears TNPDCL FY 2024-25 true-up with Rs. 2,551 crore gap absorbed by Rs. 16,077 crore Tamil Nadu loss funding
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the True-Up of Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited for FY 2024-25, putting total revenue requirement at Rs. 1,02,832 crore including a Rs. 6,922 crore FY 2023-24 gap. After accounting for the Government of Tamil Nadu's loss funding of Rs. 16,077 crore, the net revenue gap of Rs. 2,551 crore will be adjusted against future loss funding rather than booked as a regulatory asset.
8TNGECL posts Rs. 269.86 crore surplus as TNERC approves Rs. 1,212.38 crore FY 2024-25 true-up despite Rs. 1,307 crore negative equity
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission trued up the FY 2024-25 accounts of Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corporation Limited at an approved ARR of Rs. 1,212.38 crore against revenue from operations of Rs. 1,482.24 crore, leaving a revenue surplus of Rs. 269.86 crore. TNGECL argued it remains eligible to claim Return on Equity despite a net negative equity of Rs. 1,307 crore resulting from cumulative apportioned losses.
8TNPGCL generation arm books Rs. 1,747.16 crore surplus on Rs. 13,943.83 crore ARR in TNERC FY 2024-25 true-up
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the FY 2024-25 True-Up of Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Limited at an ARR of Rs. 13,943.83 crore against revenue from operations of Rs. 15,690.99 crore, yielding a surplus of Rs. 1,747.16 crore. The Commission directed TNPGCL to file final capital-cost petitions for MTPS Stage III and NCTPS Stage II within 90 days.
8TNERC true-up leaves Tamil Nadu SLDC with Rs. 28.55 crore cumulative surplus after FY 2022-23 gap of Rs. 14.55 crore
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the True-Up of the State Load Despatch Centre for FY 2022-23, adding a revenue gap of Rs. 14.55 crore to the previously approved cumulative surplus of Rs. 40.17 crore to arrive at a net cumulative surplus of Rs. 28.55 crore, inclusive of Rs. 2.93 crore holding cost. The Commission directed SLDC to submit segregated financials carved out from TANTRANSCO within three months.
8TANTRANSCO FY 2022-23 true-up trims cumulative deficit to Rs. 4,879.57 crore as TNERC approves Rs. 3,578.24 crore ARR
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission approved the FY 2022-23 True-Up of Tamil Nadu Transmission Corporation Limited at a net ARR of Rs. 3,578.24 crore, recording a year surplus of Rs. 790.03 crore that pared the cumulative revenue deficit from Rs. 5,237.53 crore to Rs. 4,879.57 crore. The Commission flagged the statutory auditor's inability to verify a Capital Work in Progress balance exceeding Rs. 20,000 crore.
8UERC bars PTCUL from charging steelmaker for load hike, faults UPCL's Rs. 40,000 fee in Kashi Vishwanath case
The Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission held that PTCUL cannot levy connectivity, power-system-study or Technical Feasibility Report charges on an embedded EHV consumer seeking load enhancement. The case arose from M/s Kashi Vishwanath Steels Pvt. Ltd.'s request to raise its 132 kV load from 21,500 kVA by 12,000 kVA, with PTCUL demanding Rs. 1,00,000 in TFR charges and Rs. 5,00,000 in connectivity fees.
8UERC clears Rs. 120.89 crore revamp of UJVN's 30 MW Kulhal Hydro Project, half a century after it went live
The Uttarakhand Electricity Regulatory Commission granted in-principle approval to UJVN Ltd. for a capital investment of Rs. 120.89 crore towards renovation, modernization and upgrading of the 3 x 10 MW Kulhal Hydro Electric Project near the Asan Barrage, commissioned in 1975. The project is funded 30% by equity of Rs. 36.27 crore and 70% by loans, with a first-year cost of generation of Rs. 3.38/kWh.
OPEN ACCESS & WHEELING CHARGES
8BSES Yamuna computes 42.69% fuel surcharge for April 2026 but caps monthly FPPAS at 10% under amended Delhi rules
BSES Yamuna Power Limited informed DERC that its Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge for April 2026 works out to an effective 42.69% once a legacy 7.43% component equivalent to Rs. 512.14 crore from the FY 2021-22 ARR gap is added. Citing a base power-purchase cost of Rs. 3.58 per unit on 8,065.49 MU, BYPL stated it will levy only the regulation-capped 10% FPPAS from 1 June 2026.
8BESCOM issues May 2026 fuel and power purchase cost adjustment notification to Bengaluru consumers
Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited issued a circular dated 30 May 2026 regarding the Fuel and Power Purchase Cost Adjustment (FPPCA) charge applicable for May 2026. The notice, citing Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission orders of 21 October 2022 and 23 February 2023, sets out the FPPCA position and was circulated to BESCOM's zonal and divisional offices for implementation across its supply area.
8Karnataka power-purchase workbook shows 2,945 MU sourced via SLDC and 971 MU IEX sales, with Rs. 282.37 crore KPTCL transmission charge
A Karnataka power-purchase energy-accounting and FPPCA computation workbook records total energy purchased as per SLDC of 2,945.21 MU and sale of energy through IEX of 971.21 MU, with net energy of 4,827.89 MU and projected retail sales of 2,643.90 MU. Central generating-station energy at the KPTCL periphery stood at 934.20 MU, with KPTCL transmission charges of about Rs. 282.37 crore.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8UPERC summons UPPCL on 16 June 2026 over stalled recall plea in FY 2017-20 tariff order
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission directed U.P. Power Corporation Ltd. and its Regulatory Affairs Unit to appear for a hearing on 16 June 2026 on Petition No. 1323 of 2018, which seeks recall of the Commission's order concerning the MYT ARR and tariff for state DISCOMs for FY 2017-18 to FY 2019-20. The Commission noted no submission had been filed despite a four-week direction issued on 25 February 2026.
8UPERC gives UPSLDC two more months on PSDF-funded RTUs for 132 kV SCADA, quantity trimmed to 135 units
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission granted UPSLDC Ltd. a two-month extension to submit the Power System Development Fund Monitoring Committee's recommendation on revised rates and a reduced quantity of Remote Terminal Units, cut from 145 to 135 units owing to cost escalation. The RTUs are meant to enable SCADA data acquisition, grid control, load management and protection infrastructure at 132 kV substations.
8JERC floats draft transmission-licence conditions for Chandigarh's EWEDC, seeks comments by 26 June 2026
The Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission for the State of Goa and Union Territories issued a public notice publishing draft regulations for transmission licensing applicable to the Electricity Wing of Engineering Department of Union Territory of Chandigarh, inviting comments by 26 June 2026. The draft sets out specific licence conditions for EWEDC as a deemed transmission licensee and State Transmission Utility for Chandigarh.
8TNERC floats draft conventional generation tariff rules for 2027-32, pegs thermal Return on Equity at 14%
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission issued a draft notification publishing the TNERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Conventional Generation Tariff) Regulations, 2026, inviting objections by 17 June 2026. The framework covers the Control Period FY 2027-28 to FY 2031-32, sets a base Return on Equity of 14.00% per annum for thermal stations and 15.00% for storage-type hydro stations, on a normative 70:30 debt-equity structure. Details
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QUARTERLY RESULTS
8Amara Raja Energy & Mobility posts Rs. 3,530 crore quarterly revenue, up 15%, with 92% from core battery business
Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Ltd reported quarterly revenue of approximately Rs. 3,530 crore for Q4 FY26, a growth of close to 15% over the prior year, with roughly 92% of revenue coming from its core lead-acid battery business. The disclosure under SEBI LODR detailed the company's Q4 performance and outlook as it scales its new-energy and lithium ventures.
8Inox Wind Group reports Rs. 1,306 crore revenue and Rs. 106 crore PAT, sits on a 3.1 GW order book
Inox Wind Limited reported consolidated revenue of Rs. 1,306 crore (flat year on year), EBITDA of Rs. 333 crore, profit before tax of Rs. 216 crore and PAT of Rs. 106 crore for FY26. The group flagged a robust order book of 3.1 GW providing execution visibility of more than 24 months, noting FY26 saw a record 6 GW of all-India wind capacity addition, and guided for 8-10 GW of annual additions targeting 14 GW cumulative by FY29.
8SolarWorld Energy's Q4 revenue triples to Rs. 591 crore on 235% surge; PAT at Rs. 49 crore
SolarWorld Energy Solutions Limited reported Q4 FY26 revenue from operations of Rs. 591 crore, a year-on-year growth of 235%, with EBITDA of Rs. 73 crore and PAT of Rs. 49 crore, a net margin of 8.1%. The company said it is targeting a 60:40 BESS-to-solar EPC revenue mix and pointed to India's solar capacity reaching around 348.57 GW by 2031.
8Taylormade Renewables closes FY26 with Rs. 48.42 crore revenue and Rs. 1.82 crore profit
Taylormade Renewables Limited announced its audited FY 2025-26 results, reporting consolidated revenue from operations of Rs. 48.42 crore and PAT of Rs. 1.82 crore. The company said execution strengthened across its renewable-energy and industrial-sustainability businesses during the year, marking a steady close to the financial year.
ANNUAL RESULTS
8Sarda Energy declares record 200% dividend as revenue doubles to Rs. 5,928 crore over five years
Sarda Energy & Minerals Ltd reported that over FY21 to FY26, revenue doubled at a 21% CAGR to approximately Rs. 5,928 crore, EBITDA tripled at a 25% CAGR to Rs. 2,025 crore, and PAT rose at a 24% CAGR to Rs. 1,109 crore. The board recommended a record 200% dividend, subject to shareholder approval, capping a strong year across its steel, ferro-alloys and power businesses.
8Solarium Green Energy reports 3-year revenue CAGR of 55% in new investor presentation
Solarium Green Energy Limited released an investor presentation highlighting a three-year revenue CAGR of approximately 55% and a three-year CAGR of 83% on a key earnings metric. The company also published the audio recording of its earnings call covering the half-year and full year ended 31 March 2026, reflecting strong growth momentum in its solar business.
DIVIDEND & BOARD DECISIONS
8Suzlon Energy touts 60% volume growth with EBITDA up 63% and consolidated PBT up 67% in Q4 FY26 call
Suzlon Energy Limited released the transcript of its Q4 FY26 earnings conference call in which management said the wind-turbine maker delivered on its commitment of approximately 60% volume growth, with overall EBITDA rising 63% and consolidated profit before tax climbing 67% year on year. The call detailed the company's order book and execution momentum across the financial year.
8PFC strikes off PFC Projects Ltd and three more wholly owned subsidiaries
Power Finance Corporation Ltd disclosed the strike-off and dissolution of PFC Projects Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary whose name and object clause had been amended in 2022, along with three other wholly owned subsidiary companies. PFC clarified that the subsidiaries being wound up were not material subsidiaries, marking a structural cleanup of the lender's group.
8Onix Solar Energy's rights issue fixes price at Rs. 51 a share to raise up to Rs. 60.17 crore
Onix Solar Energy Limited informed BSE that its Rights Issue Committee approved the issue of 1,17,97,736 fully paid-up equity shares of face value Rs. 10 each at Rs. 51 per share — a premium of Rs. 41 — on a rights basis, aggregating up to Rs. 60.17 crore. The outcome sets the terms for the solar company's rights offering to existing shareholders.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Adani Power pitches itself as India's largest private base-load generator with 23,720 MW operating capacity
Adani Power Limited circulated its June 2026 investor presentation, positioning itself as India's largest private base-load and thermal IPP with an operating capacity of about 23,720 MW, up 10% year on year. The deck framed the opportunity against an Indian installed capacity projected to grow at an 11% CAGR to around 1,000 GW by FY32, with 80 GW of additional coal capacity required by FY32.
8NLC India releases transcript of 27 May 2026 institutional investors meet
NLC India Limited, the Navratna lignite-and-power PSU, filed the transcript of its institutional investors' meet held on 27 May 2026 in compliance with SEBI LODR regulations. The disclosure makes public management's interactions with institutional investors on the Chennai-headquartered company's mining and generation operations, financials and outlook.
8CG Power schedules round of analyst and institutional investor meetings
CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited intimated the exchanges of a schedule of meetings with analysts and institutional investors, filed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015. The Mumbai-headquartered electrical-equipment maker made the disclosure ahead of its planned investor interactions across its power and industrial segments.
8Hitachi Energy India flags schedule of analyst and institutional investor meetings
Hitachi Energy India Limited notified BSE and NSE of its schedule of analyst and institutional investor meetings, as required under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015. The power-grid technology company's intimation set out its planned investor engagements for the period ahead.
8V. Packirisamy takes charge as PFC's Director (Commercial) on Power Ministry order
Power Finance Corporation Ltd disclosed that Shri V. Packirisamy (DIN 08910218) had assumed charge as Director (Commercial) of the company, pursuant to an order of the Ministry of Power, Government of India. The leadership appointment at the state-run power-sector lender was notified under the SEBI LODR Regulations.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICICI Securities stays 'Buy' on Apar Industries with Rs. 14,800 target, eyeing 16% upside
ICICI Securities maintained a 'Buy' on Apar Industries Ltd with a revised target price of Rs. 14,800 (up from Rs. 12,750) against a current market price of Rs. 12,801, implying about 16% upside. The brokerage's call on the conductors, cables and specialty-oils maker reflected confidence in its order book and export-led growth trajectory.
8ICICI Securities downgrades Siemens to 'Hold' at Rs. 4,190 target as near-term headwinds bite
ICICI Securities rated Siemens Ltd a 'Hold' with a 12-month target price of Rs. 4,190 against a current market price of Rs. 3,750, implying about 12% upside. While arguing the long-term growth story remains intact, the brokerage flagged near-term headwinds for the electrical-and-automation major over its 12-month horizon.
8CARE keeps Ajanta Energy's Rs. 20.18 crore bank facilities at 'CARE B; Stable', flags non-cooperation
CARE Ratings noted that the rating on Ajanta Energy Private Limited's long-term bank facilities of Rs. 20.18 crore continues in the 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category at 'CARE B; Stable'. The rating, earlier downgraded per a CARE press release of 15 April 2025, persists on a non-cooperation basis owing to inadequate information from the Ajanta-Oreva Group company based in Morbi, Gujarat.
8Research note maps Rosatom's rise: 34 reactors, 28 GW at home and a push toward 47 GW
A June 2026 insight report on Rosatom details how Russia's nuclear sector operates 34 reactors with a combined 28 GW of capacity, against an aspiration to reach roughly 47 GW. The analysis notes this would require approximately 20 GW of new capacity with a minimum of 6 GW needing replacement by 2042, even as Rosatom leverages overseas reactor exports to extend Russian geopolitical influence.
8G R Infraprojects discloses Rs. 48.38 crore share transaction under SEBI takeover code
G R Infraprojects Limited made a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, reporting a transaction amounting to Rs. 48.38 crore. The filing to BSE and NSE recorded the change in shareholding as required under the takeover code.
8Anzen InvIT lifts AUM to Rs. 39 billion after acquiring 980-ckm Kudgi transmission line
Anzen India Energy Yield Plus Trust released its Q4 FY26 investor presentation showing assets under management of about Rs. 39 billion as of March 2026. Its portfolio spans the Sigma cluster of 12 solar projects totalling about 816 MWp and Kudgi Transmission Limited, a roughly 980-ckm transmission asset acquired on 20 May 2026 with an enterprise value of about Rs. 20.7 billion. Details
8Amara Raja Energy & Mobility posts Rs. 3,530 crore quarterly revenue, up 15%, with 92% from core battery business
Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Ltd reported quarterly revenue of approximately Rs. 3,530 crore for Q4 FY26, a growth of close to 15% over the prior year, with roughly 92% of revenue coming from its core lead-acid battery business. The disclosure under SEBI LODR detailed the company's Q4 performance and outlook as it scales its new-energy and lithium ventures.
8Inox Wind Group reports Rs. 1,306 crore revenue and Rs. 106 crore PAT, sits on a 3.1 GW order book
Inox Wind Limited reported consolidated revenue of Rs. 1,306 crore (flat year on year), EBITDA of Rs. 333 crore, profit before tax of Rs. 216 crore and PAT of Rs. 106 crore for FY26. The group flagged a robust order book of 3.1 GW providing execution visibility of more than 24 months, noting FY26 saw a record 6 GW of all-India wind capacity addition, and guided for 8-10 GW of annual additions targeting 14 GW cumulative by FY29.
8SolarWorld Energy's Q4 revenue triples to Rs. 591 crore on 235% surge; PAT at Rs. 49 crore
SolarWorld Energy Solutions Limited reported Q4 FY26 revenue from operations of Rs. 591 crore, a year-on-year growth of 235%, with EBITDA of Rs. 73 crore and PAT of Rs. 49 crore, a net margin of 8.1%. The company said it is targeting a 60:40 BESS-to-solar EPC revenue mix and pointed to India's solar capacity reaching around 348.57 GW by 2031.
8Taylormade Renewables closes FY26 with Rs. 48.42 crore revenue and Rs. 1.82 crore profit
Taylormade Renewables Limited announced its audited FY 2025-26 results, reporting consolidated revenue from operations of Rs. 48.42 crore and PAT of Rs. 1.82 crore. The company said execution strengthened across its renewable-energy and industrial-sustainability businesses during the year, marking a steady close to the financial year.
ANNUAL RESULTS
8Sarda Energy declares record 200% dividend as revenue doubles to Rs. 5,928 crore over five years
Sarda Energy & Minerals Ltd reported that over FY21 to FY26, revenue doubled at a 21% CAGR to approximately Rs. 5,928 crore, EBITDA tripled at a 25% CAGR to Rs. 2,025 crore, and PAT rose at a 24% CAGR to Rs. 1,109 crore. The board recommended a record 200% dividend, subject to shareholder approval, capping a strong year across its steel, ferro-alloys and power businesses.
8Solarium Green Energy reports 3-year revenue CAGR of 55% in new investor presentation
Solarium Green Energy Limited released an investor presentation highlighting a three-year revenue CAGR of approximately 55% and a three-year CAGR of 83% on a key earnings metric. The company also published the audio recording of its earnings call covering the half-year and full year ended 31 March 2026, reflecting strong growth momentum in its solar business.
DIVIDEND & BOARD DECISIONS
8Suzlon Energy touts 60% volume growth with EBITDA up 63% and consolidated PBT up 67% in Q4 FY26 call
Suzlon Energy Limited released the transcript of its Q4 FY26 earnings conference call in which management said the wind-turbine maker delivered on its commitment of approximately 60% volume growth, with overall EBITDA rising 63% and consolidated profit before tax climbing 67% year on year. The call detailed the company's order book and execution momentum across the financial year.
8PFC strikes off PFC Projects Ltd and three more wholly owned subsidiaries
Power Finance Corporation Ltd disclosed the strike-off and dissolution of PFC Projects Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary whose name and object clause had been amended in 2022, along with three other wholly owned subsidiary companies. PFC clarified that the subsidiaries being wound up were not material subsidiaries, marking a structural cleanup of the lender's group.
8Onix Solar Energy's rights issue fixes price at Rs. 51 a share to raise up to Rs. 60.17 crore
Onix Solar Energy Limited informed BSE that its Rights Issue Committee approved the issue of 1,17,97,736 fully paid-up equity shares of face value Rs. 10 each at Rs. 51 per share — a premium of Rs. 41 — on a rights basis, aggregating up to Rs. 60.17 crore. The outcome sets the terms for the solar company's rights offering to existing shareholders.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Adani Power pitches itself as India's largest private base-load generator with 23,720 MW operating capacity
Adani Power Limited circulated its June 2026 investor presentation, positioning itself as India's largest private base-load and thermal IPP with an operating capacity of about 23,720 MW, up 10% year on year. The deck framed the opportunity against an Indian installed capacity projected to grow at an 11% CAGR to around 1,000 GW by FY32, with 80 GW of additional coal capacity required by FY32.
8NLC India releases transcript of 27 May 2026 institutional investors meet
NLC India Limited, the Navratna lignite-and-power PSU, filed the transcript of its institutional investors' meet held on 27 May 2026 in compliance with SEBI LODR regulations. The disclosure makes public management's interactions with institutional investors on the Chennai-headquartered company's mining and generation operations, financials and outlook.
8CG Power schedules round of analyst and institutional investor meetings
CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited intimated the exchanges of a schedule of meetings with analysts and institutional investors, filed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015. The Mumbai-headquartered electrical-equipment maker made the disclosure ahead of its planned investor interactions across its power and industrial segments.
8Hitachi Energy India flags schedule of analyst and institutional investor meetings
Hitachi Energy India Limited notified BSE and NSE of its schedule of analyst and institutional investor meetings, as required under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015. The power-grid technology company's intimation set out its planned investor engagements for the period ahead.
8V. Packirisamy takes charge as PFC's Director (Commercial) on Power Ministry order
Power Finance Corporation Ltd disclosed that Shri V. Packirisamy (DIN 08910218) had assumed charge as Director (Commercial) of the company, pursuant to an order of the Ministry of Power, Government of India. The leadership appointment at the state-run power-sector lender was notified under the SEBI LODR Regulations.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICICI Securities stays 'Buy' on Apar Industries with Rs. 14,800 target, eyeing 16% upside
ICICI Securities maintained a 'Buy' on Apar Industries Ltd with a revised target price of Rs. 14,800 (up from Rs. 12,750) against a current market price of Rs. 12,801, implying about 16% upside. The brokerage's call on the conductors, cables and specialty-oils maker reflected confidence in its order book and export-led growth trajectory.
8ICICI Securities downgrades Siemens to 'Hold' at Rs. 4,190 target as near-term headwinds bite
ICICI Securities rated Siemens Ltd a 'Hold' with a 12-month target price of Rs. 4,190 against a current market price of Rs. 3,750, implying about 12% upside. While arguing the long-term growth story remains intact, the brokerage flagged near-term headwinds for the electrical-and-automation major over its 12-month horizon.
8CARE keeps Ajanta Energy's Rs. 20.18 crore bank facilities at 'CARE B; Stable', flags non-cooperation
CARE Ratings noted that the rating on Ajanta Energy Private Limited's long-term bank facilities of Rs. 20.18 crore continues in the 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category at 'CARE B; Stable'. The rating, earlier downgraded per a CARE press release of 15 April 2025, persists on a non-cooperation basis owing to inadequate information from the Ajanta-Oreva Group company based in Morbi, Gujarat.
8Research note maps Rosatom's rise: 34 reactors, 28 GW at home and a push toward 47 GW
A June 2026 insight report on Rosatom details how Russia's nuclear sector operates 34 reactors with a combined 28 GW of capacity, against an aspiration to reach roughly 47 GW. The analysis notes this would require approximately 20 GW of new capacity with a minimum of 6 GW needing replacement by 2042, even as Rosatom leverages overseas reactor exports to extend Russian geopolitical influence.
8G R Infraprojects discloses Rs. 48.38 crore share transaction under SEBI takeover code
G R Infraprojects Limited made a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, reporting a transaction amounting to Rs. 48.38 crore. The filing to BSE and NSE recorded the change in shareholding as required under the takeover code.
8Anzen InvIT lifts AUM to Rs. 39 billion after acquiring 980-ckm Kudgi transmission line
Anzen India Energy Yield Plus Trust released its Q4 FY26 investor presentation showing assets under management of about Rs. 39 billion as of March 2026. Its portfolio spans the Sigma cluster of 12 solar projects totalling about 816 MWp and Kudgi Transmission Limited, a roughly 980-ckm transmission asset acquired on 20 May 2026 with an enterprise value of about Rs. 20.7 billion. Details
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8Karnataka targets 6.1 GW wind power capacity by 2030, survey on Details
8Coal Minister reviews Mahanadi Coalfields’ performance Details
8India’s top coal miner cuts output as energy market diversifies Details
8Making solar adoption routine, not exceptional for MSMEs Details
8Hinduja Renewables secures solar PPAs with Höganäs, Hirschvogel Components Details
8NTPC Green Issues EPC Tender To Build 3,300 MWh BESS Project At Khavda Solar Park Details
8Avaada Secures USD 950 Million Financing for Renewable Energy Projects in Rajasthan and Gujarat Details
8Servotech Renewable signs Rs 400 crore Haryana expansion pact Details
8The Industry Needs a Wake-Up Call': Hartek CEO on Grid Expansion Details
8Rooftop solar panels may get costlier with new government rules: How will it impact the existing users Details
8Odisha Bags PM Surya Ghar Excellence Award; CM Majhi Vows Further Solar Energy Expansion Details
8Scheduling discipline at a judicial crossroads: India’s evolving deviation settlement mechanism Details
8Manohar Lal Reviews Haryana Power Sector Performance, Pushes Smart Meter Rollout Details
8Tata Power bets on local talent ecosystems to power India's energy transition Details
8India’s power paradox: Why power prices crashed even as India’s electricity demand surged Details
8Fuelled by solar, India’s power capacity to double Details
8Kerala Power Minister seeks public suggestions to boost electricity sector Details
8Heatwaves, urbanisation drive record power demand, reshape energy planning Details
8Dee Development gains after securing contract worth Rs 206.55 from Maharatna PSU firm Details
8Haryana to roll out smart metering from August 31 Details
8Power Grid: Manohar Lal Chairs Key Meeting Details
8V Packirisamy Appointed Director at PFC Details
8Myanmar Accelerates Solar and Renewable Energy Transition Through Advanced Power System Training and Grid Modernization Initiative Details
8The Industry Needs a Wake-Up Call': Hartek CEO on Grid Expansion Details
8PFC Appoints V. Packirisamy as Director (Commercial) to Boost Power Sector Financing and Growth Details
8Gujarat Leads India in Electricity Production: UP Fails to Make Top 5 List Details
8Adani Power Limited Investor Presentation for June 2026 Outlines Growth Strategy Details
8India’s Leap to 50 GW Renewable Capacity Details
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8Karnataka targets 6.1 GW wind power capacity by 2030, survey on Details
8Coal Minister reviews Mahanadi Coalfields’ performance Details
8India’s top coal miner cuts output as energy market diversifies Details
8Making solar adoption routine, not exceptional for MSMEs Details
8Hinduja Renewables secures solar PPAs with Höganäs, Hirschvogel Components Details
8NTPC Green Issues EPC Tender To Build 3,300 MWh BESS Project At Khavda Solar Park Details
8Avaada Secures USD 950 Million Financing for Renewable Energy Projects in Rajasthan and Gujarat Details
8Servotech Renewable signs Rs 400 crore Haryana expansion pact Details
8The Industry Needs a Wake-Up Call': Hartek CEO on Grid Expansion Details
8Rooftop solar panels may get costlier with new government rules: How will it impact the existing users Details
8Odisha Bags PM Surya Ghar Excellence Award; CM Majhi Vows Further Solar Energy Expansion Details
8Scheduling discipline at a judicial crossroads: India’s evolving deviation settlement mechanism Details
8Manohar Lal Reviews Haryana Power Sector Performance, Pushes Smart Meter Rollout Details
8Tata Power bets on local talent ecosystems to power India's energy transition Details
8India’s power paradox: Why power prices crashed even as India’s electricity demand surged Details
8Fuelled by solar, India’s power capacity to double Details
8Kerala Power Minister seeks public suggestions to boost electricity sector Details
8Heatwaves, urbanisation drive record power demand, reshape energy planning Details
8Dee Development gains after securing contract worth Rs 206.55 from Maharatna PSU firm Details
8Haryana to roll out smart metering from August 31 Details
8Power Grid: Manohar Lal Chairs Key Meeting Details
8V Packirisamy Appointed Director at PFC Details
8Myanmar Accelerates Solar and Renewable Energy Transition Through Advanced Power System Training and Grid Modernization Initiative Details
8The Industry Needs a Wake-Up Call': Hartek CEO on Grid Expansion Details
8PFC Appoints V. Packirisamy as Director (Commercial) to Boost Power Sector Financing and Growth Details
8Gujarat Leads India in Electricity Production: UP Fails to Make Top 5 List Details
8Adani Power Limited Investor Presentation for June 2026 Outlines Growth Strategy Details
8India’s Leap to 50 GW Renewable Capacity Details
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Contracting news for the day: Part-1
Jun 02:
8Mining-plan consultancy package tightens timelines with incentive-penalty framework
The consultancy package rewards faster approvals while imposing block-level delay penalties. The structure shifts greater schedule risk to consultants and could influence bidding and execution strategies from the planning stage itself.
The consultancy package rewards faster approvals while imposing block-level delay penalties. The structure shifts greater schedule risk to consultants and could influence bidding and execution strategies from the planning stage itself.
8Rs 1.45 crore bid security underscores the scale of a transmission upgrade package
The transmission package combines capacity expansion with critical infrastructure modifications. Its engineering complexity and commercial structure could play a key role in shaping bidder interest and execution strategy.
8500 MW solar EPC race crosses nine months as sixteenth extension reshapes bidder landscape
Sixteen deadline extensions have turned a major solar EPC package into one of the sector's longest-running bid processes. The prolonged timeline is quietly influencing competition without altering the project's core structure.
8Rs 3 crore bid security accompanies 900 MW solar package with a restrictive qualification framework
The 900 MW solar opportunity features eligibility conditions that could narrow competition before price bids are opened. The qualification structure may prove as influential as the project size itself.
8Rs 50 crore bid security shadows 672 MW wind package as procurement timeline stretches
Repeated extensions have kept the mega wind package in the market far longer than expected. The prolonged bid cycle is drawing attention to underlying procurement dynamics that could influence future utility-scale renewable tenders.
8Rs 185.95 crore conductor procurement introduces a flexibility clause with supplier-risk implications
The large conductor package includes provisions that could alter how volume risk is shared between buyers and suppliers. The tender structure may influence bidding strategies well beyond this procurement alone.
NEWS UPDATE: COAL, FUEL & ENERGY COMMODITIES
Jun 02:
COAL PRODUCTION & OFFTAKE
8Coal India output dips to 56.1 MT in May 2026 as cumulative production falls 10.6%
Coal India Limited (BSE: 533278) released its provisional production and offtake performance for May 2026, reporting coal production of about 56.1 MT for the month against 63.5 MT a year earlier, and cumulative April-May output of 112.2 MT against 125.6 MT, down about 10.6%. Offtake held up better, with CIL despatching 66.7 MT in May, up from 65.2 MT, and 130.9 MT cumulatively, broadly flat year-on-year, reflecting steady evacuation despite softer mining.
8Coal stocks at 65% of norm: CEA's 31 May report flags 22 power plants critical
CEA's daily coal stock report as on 31 May 2026 shows India's 190 monitored coal-based plants of 2,22,698 MW holding 49,158.3 thousand tonnes of coal, just 65% of the normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes. Domestic-coal-based stations sat at 66% of norm while imported-coal-based units were at 46%. The report counts 22 plants with critical stock, comprising 11 on domestic coal, 7 designed for imported coal and 4 on washery rejects.
8Bharat Coking Coal's raw coal output falls 25.5% to 2.28 MT in May 2026
Bharat Coking Coal Limited reported provisional raw coal production of 2.28 MT in May 2026, down 25.5% from 3.06 MT a year earlier, with cumulative April-May output at 4.27 MT against 6.45 MT, down 33.8%. The Coal India subsidiary's filing also detailed declines in production by coal type and mine type, alongside overburden removal and offtake figures for the period, pointing to a sharp early-year fall at the key coking-coal producer.
E-AUCTION & PRICING
8CIL e-auction offers 257.42 lakh tonnes in May 2026, fetching up to 104% premium
Coal India Limited disclosed single window mode agnostic e-auction data for May 2026, in which 257.42 lakh tonnes of coal and coal products were offered across segments and 84.20 lakh tonnes were allocated, about 33% of the offered quantity. Premiums over the notified price varied widely by segment, from 9% to as much as 104%, averaging around 36%, reflecting strong demand in select e-auction windows even as overall allocation stayed modest relative to volumes offered.
8Ministry of Coal lets NLC India sell up to 75% of Talabira coal as plant slips to 2030
A Ministry of Coal gazette notification dated 22 May 2026, issued under Section 8(5) of the MMDR Act, 1957, addresses the sale of surplus captive coal from NLC India Limited's Talabira II and III open-cast mine. Building on a 2021 notification that permitted sale of up to 75% of Talabira coal until 31 March 2026, the new order responds to the delayed commissioning of the linked NLC Talabira thermal power project in Odisha, now expected only between February 2030 and February 2031.
8Rajasthan's weekly merit order ranks Dadri liquid-fuel power costliest at Rs. 27.60/kWh
Rajasthan Urja Vikas and IT Services Limited issued its merit order dispatch schedule for the week 1 to 7 June 2026, ranking stations by variable cost inclusive of all-India transmission losses. Gas and liquid-fuel stations sat at the expensive end of the order, with Dadri liquid at Rs. 27.60 per kWh, Auriya liquid at Rs. 24.01 per kWh and Anta liquid at Rs. 21.41 per kWh, guiding the state's least-cost dispatch decisions for the week. Details
8Coal India output dips to 56.1 MT in May 2026 as cumulative production falls 10.6%
Coal India Limited (BSE: 533278) released its provisional production and offtake performance for May 2026, reporting coal production of about 56.1 MT for the month against 63.5 MT a year earlier, and cumulative April-May output of 112.2 MT against 125.6 MT, down about 10.6%. Offtake held up better, with CIL despatching 66.7 MT in May, up from 65.2 MT, and 130.9 MT cumulatively, broadly flat year-on-year, reflecting steady evacuation despite softer mining.
8Coal stocks at 65% of norm: CEA's 31 May report flags 22 power plants critical
CEA's daily coal stock report as on 31 May 2026 shows India's 190 monitored coal-based plants of 2,22,698 MW holding 49,158.3 thousand tonnes of coal, just 65% of the normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes. Domestic-coal-based stations sat at 66% of norm while imported-coal-based units were at 46%. The report counts 22 plants with critical stock, comprising 11 on domestic coal, 7 designed for imported coal and 4 on washery rejects.
8Bharat Coking Coal's raw coal output falls 25.5% to 2.28 MT in May 2026
Bharat Coking Coal Limited reported provisional raw coal production of 2.28 MT in May 2026, down 25.5% from 3.06 MT a year earlier, with cumulative April-May output at 4.27 MT against 6.45 MT, down 33.8%. The Coal India subsidiary's filing also detailed declines in production by coal type and mine type, alongside overburden removal and offtake figures for the period, pointing to a sharp early-year fall at the key coking-coal producer.
E-AUCTION & PRICING
8CIL e-auction offers 257.42 lakh tonnes in May 2026, fetching up to 104% premium
Coal India Limited disclosed single window mode agnostic e-auction data for May 2026, in which 257.42 lakh tonnes of coal and coal products were offered across segments and 84.20 lakh tonnes were allocated, about 33% of the offered quantity. Premiums over the notified price varied widely by segment, from 9% to as much as 104%, averaging around 36%, reflecting strong demand in select e-auction windows even as overall allocation stayed modest relative to volumes offered.
8Ministry of Coal lets NLC India sell up to 75% of Talabira coal as plant slips to 2030
A Ministry of Coal gazette notification dated 22 May 2026, issued under Section 8(5) of the MMDR Act, 1957, addresses the sale of surplus captive coal from NLC India Limited's Talabira II and III open-cast mine. Building on a 2021 notification that permitted sale of up to 75% of Talabira coal until 31 March 2026, the new order responds to the delayed commissioning of the linked NLC Talabira thermal power project in Odisha, now expected only between February 2030 and February 2031.
8Rajasthan's weekly merit order ranks Dadri liquid-fuel power costliest at Rs. 27.60/kWh
Rajasthan Urja Vikas and IT Services Limited issued its merit order dispatch schedule for the week 1 to 7 June 2026, ranking stations by variable cost inclusive of all-India transmission losses. Gas and liquid-fuel stations sat at the expensive end of the order, with Dadri liquid at Rs. 27.60 per kWh, Auriya liquid at Rs. 24.01 per kWh and Anta liquid at Rs. 21.41 per kWh, guiding the state's least-cost dispatch decisions for the week. Details
NEWS UPDATE: GRID OPERATIONS & POWER SUPPLY
Jun 02:
PEAK DEMAND & GRID FREQUENCY
8India's peak demand hits 2,41,624 MW on 1 June with zero shortage, NLDC reports
NLDC's all-India power supply position report for 1 June 2026 records a maximum demand met of 2,41,624 MW during the day at 14:59 hours with no shortage, and an evening-peak demand met of 2,26,666 MW. All-India energy met totalled 5,222 MU, split across the Western Region (1,674 MU), Northern Region (1,515 MU), Southern Region (1,265 MU), Eastern Region (696 MU) and North Eastern Region (72 MU), with WR peaking highest at 77,620 MW.
8Western Region tops the country at 77,620 MW peak, meets 1,673.5 MU on 1 June
WRLDC reported that the Western Region met an evening-peak demand of 67,714 MW and a maximum daytime demand of 77,620 MW on 1 June 2026, with zero shortage and grid frequency around 50 Hz. The region consumed 1,673.5 MU of energy on the day, the highest of any region, against a forecast of 1,680.6 MU, with off-peak demand at 65,566 MW, underscoring the western grid's position as the largest regional load centre.
8Northern Region meets 69,729 MW evening peak and 1,515 MU on 1 June, no shortage
NRLDC reported that the Northern Region met an evening-peak demand of 69,729 MW at a frequency of 50.029 Hz and an off-peak demand of 57,571 MW at 49.989 Hz on 1 June 2026, with no shortage. The region's day energy consumption stood at 1,515 MU, while its maximum daytime demand reached 72,926 MW per NLDC's all-India tally, reflecting strong early-summer load across the northern states.
8Southern Region serves 54,752 MW peak and 1,265.35 MU with zero shortage on 1 June
SRLDC reported that the Southern Region met an evening-peak demand of 54,752 MW at 50.04 Hz and an off-peak demand of 45,085 MW on 1 June 2026, with no shortage. Day energy met was 1,265.35 MU; among states, Tamil Nadu led demand at 18,455 MW and 404.22 MU, followed by Karnataka at 11,125 MW and Andhra Pradesh at 10,396 MW, with the region's maximum daytime demand at 60,842 MW.
8All-India frequency averages 49.976 Hz on 1 June, out of band for just over 6 hours
NLDC's frequency profile for 1 June 2026 shows an average grid frequency of 49.976 Hz, a frequency variation index of 0.1173 and a standard deviation of 0.1057. Frequency ranged from a maximum of 50.235 Hz at 14:02 to a minimum of 49.499 Hz at 22:29, and stayed outside the IEGC band of 49.9 to 50.05 Hz for 6 hours 9 minutes during the day, indicating generally stable but occasionally stretched national grid operation.
8Eastern Region peaks at 33,948 MW, consumes 696 MU on 1 June with no shortfall
ERLDC reported that the Eastern Region met an evening-peak demand of 30,681 MW at 50.03 Hz and an off-peak demand of 28,122 MW on 1 June 2026, with zero shortage. The region's day energy consumption was 696 MU against a requirement of 701.46 MU, and its maximum daytime demand reached 33,948 MW per the NLDC all-India report, the smallest of the mainland regions but with no supply gap recorded.
8North Eastern Region meets 3,790 MW peak and 72.18 MU on 1 June with no shortage
NERLDC reported that the North Eastern Region met an evening-peak demand of 3,790 MW at 50.03 Hz and an off-peak demand of 2,676 MW on 1 June 2026, with no shortage. Day energy consumption was 72.18 MU against a requirement of 75.19 MU, with the region's maximum daytime demand at 3,831 MW per NLDC, the smallest regional load in the country but balanced without any supply gap through the day.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8ERPC: Eastern grid demand cools 4.5% to 32,758 MW even as April power use jumps 8.6%
Minutes of the 239th OCC meeting of ERPC, held on 13 May 2026, record that the Eastern Region's energy consumption in April 2026 reached 18,955 MU, 8.6% higher than April 2025, while peak demand met fell 4.5% year-on-year to 32,758 MW. The region's thermal plant load factor averaged 74.6%, well above the national average of 66%, while coal stocks varied sharply by station from TVNL Jharkhand at 283% of normative to Odisha's IB TPS at just 76%.
8Western Region carries 7,560 MW of planned and 5,626 MW of forced generation outages
The WRLDC generating-unit outage report for 1 June 2026 records planned outages totalling 7,560.1 MW, comprising 3,935.6 MW central sector and 3,624.5 MW state sector, and forced outages of 5,626 MW, comprising 1,840 MW central and 3,786 MW state. Long-stranded units feature prominently, including Tarapur Unit 2 of 160 MW out since 13 July 2020 and several GIPCL units in Gujarat idle since 2021-22 as only their 27 MW PPA capacity runs.
8Eastern Region reports 4,414 MW of forced generation outages against 164 MW planned
The Eastern Region NPMC generation-outage report for 1 June 2026 records total forced outages of 4,414 MW, comprising 2,720 MW central sector and 1,694 MW state sector, against planned outages of just 163.65 MW, all in the state sector with nil central-sector planned outages. The breakdown highlights that unplanned trips, rather than scheduled maintenance, dominated the region's generation unavailability on the day across central and state assets.
8Renewables meet 36.4% of India's demand at peak on 31 May, NLDC REMC reports
The NLDC Renewable Energy Management Centre report for 31 May 2026 shows variable renewable energy reaching a maximum penetration of 36.37% of all-India demand met at 13:35 hours, with solar contributing 30.72% at its peak. During solar hours, against a maximum demand of 2,15,476 MW, solar generated up to 54,081 MW and wind 13,026 MW. Daily peak VRE generation reached 75,514 MW, short of the all-time records of 96,021 MW generation and 40.96% penetration.
8ERPC rates Eastern thermal fleet on frequency response: nine stations score perfect 1.00
ERPC certified the average monthly frequency response performance, or beta, of Eastern Region generating stations for April 2026, computed per the NLDC methodology approved by CERC on 5 November 2024. Nine stations including FSTPP I&II, KHSTPP-I, TSTPP-I, BARH-I, BRBCL and MPL posted the maximum score of 1.00, while several such as BARH-II, NPGC and GMR scored 0.00; Darlipali managed 0.48 and North Karanpura 0.41, with Teesta-V marked not applicable.
8NLDC's daily SCUC commits 37,325 MWh up and 32,739 MWh down in reserve scheduling
The GRID-INDIA daily report on ancillary services and security constrained unit commitment for 1 June 2026 details the inter-state reserve profile, tracking spinning up and down reserves against requirements through the day. The report records SCUC-up scheduled energy of 37,325 MWh and SCUC-down scheduled energy of 32,739 MWh, with the inter-state reserve requirement taken as half of the total system requirement under the ancillary-services framework.
8ERPC certifies April ramping: FSTPP I&II tops Eastern fleet, BARH-I records zero ramps
ERPC issued its certification of the ramping performance of thermal inter-state generating stations in the Eastern Region for April 2026, under Regulation 30 of the CERC tariff regulations. Among the strongest performers, FSTPP I&II logged 2,811 scheduled time blocks with a ratio of 1.00 and achieved actual ramps of at least 1% per minute in 91 of its blocks, while KHSTPP-I recorded 149 scheduled ramp events. By contrast, BARH-I showed 2,863 time blocks but zero qualifying scheduled ramps.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8ERPC bills June 2026 transmission account as April ISTS charges hit Rs. 3,962 crore
ERPC issued the regional transmission account for the June 2026 billing month under the CERC sharing regulations, 2020. The account notes that for the April 2026 billing period there were 109 ISTS licensees with total monthly transmission charges of Rs. 3,962.00 crore and aggregate general network access of 1,26,217 MW. NLDC identified the 64th time block, 15:45 to 16:00 hours, on 25 April 2026 as the peak block used to apportion charges among designated ISTS customers.
8NRPC issues 344-page provisional May 2026 energy account for Northern Region
NRPC issued the ABT-based provisional regional energy account for May 2026, dated 1 June 2026, prepared under the CERC tariff regulations, 2024. Spanning 344 pages and more than 160 station and beneficiary totals, the account is built on NLDC schedule data including tentative schedules for 18 to 31 May 2026 and processed meter data up to 17 May 2026, covering major central stations such as Dadri TPS and IGSTPS-Jhajjar, with state-wise drawals down to Jammu and Kashmir.
8NLDC commits Rs. 1.44/kWh Talcher to Rs. 23.81/kWh gas in 76-station SCUC for 2 June
NLDC's security constrained unit commitment generator schedule for 2 June 2026, published a day earlier at 1500 hours, commits 76 generating stations in merit order of energy charge rate. Cheaper coal stations such as Talcher at Rs. 1.44 per kWh and North Karanpura at Rs. 2.09 per kWh anchor the bottom of the stack, while costly gas plants such as LKPL Phase-2 RLNG at Rs. 23.81 per kWh and Faridabad-LNG at Rs. 23.65 per kWh are scheduled at zero MW.
8WRPC DSM accounts swing across April as Western grid owes the South over Rs. 240 crore
The Western Regional Power Committee released five weekly ABT-based deviation settlement accounts covering 30 March to 3 May 2026 under the CERC DSM regulations, 2024. The Western Region was a consistent large net payer to the Northern Region, peaking at Rs. 259.28 crore receivable by NR in the week of 20-26 April, and a net receiver from the Southern Region, with WR-SR settlements ranging from Rs. 164.65 crore to Rs. 240.87 crore receivable across the weeks.
8ERPC reopens three December 2025 DSM accounts, revising deviation bills for DVC and Darlipali
The Eastern Regional Power Committee issued a revised DSM settlement account dated 29 May 2026 for three December 2025 weeks under the CERC DSM regulations, 2024. The revision reworks deviation charges for entities including DVC, GMRKEL, GRIDCO, Sikkim, KHSTPP-I and MPL, and treats Darlipali's 22-28 December account as a partial outage after late data. Defaulters face simple interest of 0.04% per day for payments delayed beyond 10 days into the deviation and ancillary-services pool account.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8WRLDC line-outage report tracks long-pending 400 kV element outages across western grid
The WRLDC transmission line outage status report for 1 June 2026 details elements under planned and forced outage across the Western Region, owned largely by POWERGRID-WR1. Among the planned outages, the 400 kV Wardha-Warora double-circuit line and reactor has been out since 4 May 2018, taken along with the LILO line works, while several 400 kV Champa bus and bus-sectionaliser bays remain under outage, illustrating the backlog of long-duration transmission element outages in the region.
8NRPC planned-shutdown register lists 56 transmission elements, some out over 250 days
The planned transmission element shutdown report for 1 June 2026 catalogues 56 transmission elements under planned outage, concentrated in the Northern Region and largely owned by POWERGRID and state utilities such as RRVPNL. The longest-running entry, a 220 kV transfer bus bay at Dehradun, had been out for about 256 days against a planned 10 hours, while bays at Bhiwadi (208 days) and Bhadla (197 days, for new ICT-4 commissioning) show outages far beyond their planned durations.
8NLDC reports zero ATC and N-1 violations across inter-regional corridors on 1 June
NLDC's system reliability indices report for 1 June 2026 records nil violations of available transfer capability and the N-1 security criterion across all monitored inter-regional corridors, including WR-NR, ER-NR, import of NR and NEW-SR, each showing 0 blocks and 0.00% violation. The clean reliability scorecard indicates the inter-regional transmission network operated within secure limits throughout the day, with no corrective action required.
8NLDC pegs Southern Region July import capability for Andhra Pradesh at up to 9,017 MW
NLDC issued the Southern Region statewise transfer capability statement for July 2026, covering import capability for Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Andhra Pradesh's import total transfer capability peaked at 9,017 MW in the 06:00 to 12:00 hours window, with available transfer capability of 8,749 MW after a 268 MW reliability margin and a net general network access of 4,516 MW, with limiting constraints flagged at Vemagiri, K V Kota and Nellore substations.
8NLDC raises North-East July transfer limits, lifting Arunachal off-peak ATC toward 255 MW
NLDC published the North Eastern Region statewise transfer capability statement for July 2026, Revision 1, covering import capability for Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura. Arunachal Pradesh's import available transfer capability was set at 245 MW at peak and stepped up to 255 MW, with a total transfer capability of 260 MW and a 5 MW reliability margin, with state limits governed by N-1 contingency constraints on the regional 132 kV network. Details
8India's peak demand hits 2,41,624 MW on 1 June with zero shortage, NLDC reports
NLDC's all-India power supply position report for 1 June 2026 records a maximum demand met of 2,41,624 MW during the day at 14:59 hours with no shortage, and an evening-peak demand met of 2,26,666 MW. All-India energy met totalled 5,222 MU, split across the Western Region (1,674 MU), Northern Region (1,515 MU), Southern Region (1,265 MU), Eastern Region (696 MU) and North Eastern Region (72 MU), with WR peaking highest at 77,620 MW.
8Western Region tops the country at 77,620 MW peak, meets 1,673.5 MU on 1 June
WRLDC reported that the Western Region met an evening-peak demand of 67,714 MW and a maximum daytime demand of 77,620 MW on 1 June 2026, with zero shortage and grid frequency around 50 Hz. The region consumed 1,673.5 MU of energy on the day, the highest of any region, against a forecast of 1,680.6 MU, with off-peak demand at 65,566 MW, underscoring the western grid's position as the largest regional load centre.
8Northern Region meets 69,729 MW evening peak and 1,515 MU on 1 June, no shortage
NRLDC reported that the Northern Region met an evening-peak demand of 69,729 MW at a frequency of 50.029 Hz and an off-peak demand of 57,571 MW at 49.989 Hz on 1 June 2026, with no shortage. The region's day energy consumption stood at 1,515 MU, while its maximum daytime demand reached 72,926 MW per NLDC's all-India tally, reflecting strong early-summer load across the northern states.
8Southern Region serves 54,752 MW peak and 1,265.35 MU with zero shortage on 1 June
SRLDC reported that the Southern Region met an evening-peak demand of 54,752 MW at 50.04 Hz and an off-peak demand of 45,085 MW on 1 June 2026, with no shortage. Day energy met was 1,265.35 MU; among states, Tamil Nadu led demand at 18,455 MW and 404.22 MU, followed by Karnataka at 11,125 MW and Andhra Pradesh at 10,396 MW, with the region's maximum daytime demand at 60,842 MW.
8All-India frequency averages 49.976 Hz on 1 June, out of band for just over 6 hours
NLDC's frequency profile for 1 June 2026 shows an average grid frequency of 49.976 Hz, a frequency variation index of 0.1173 and a standard deviation of 0.1057. Frequency ranged from a maximum of 50.235 Hz at 14:02 to a minimum of 49.499 Hz at 22:29, and stayed outside the IEGC band of 49.9 to 50.05 Hz for 6 hours 9 minutes during the day, indicating generally stable but occasionally stretched national grid operation.
8Eastern Region peaks at 33,948 MW, consumes 696 MU on 1 June with no shortfall
ERLDC reported that the Eastern Region met an evening-peak demand of 30,681 MW at 50.03 Hz and an off-peak demand of 28,122 MW on 1 June 2026, with zero shortage. The region's day energy consumption was 696 MU against a requirement of 701.46 MU, and its maximum daytime demand reached 33,948 MW per the NLDC all-India report, the smallest of the mainland regions but with no supply gap recorded.
8North Eastern Region meets 3,790 MW peak and 72.18 MU on 1 June with no shortage
NERLDC reported that the North Eastern Region met an evening-peak demand of 3,790 MW at 50.03 Hz and an off-peak demand of 2,676 MW on 1 June 2026, with no shortage. Day energy consumption was 72.18 MU against a requirement of 75.19 MU, with the region's maximum daytime demand at 3,831 MW per NLDC, the smallest regional load in the country but balanced without any supply gap through the day.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8ERPC: Eastern grid demand cools 4.5% to 32,758 MW even as April power use jumps 8.6%
Minutes of the 239th OCC meeting of ERPC, held on 13 May 2026, record that the Eastern Region's energy consumption in April 2026 reached 18,955 MU, 8.6% higher than April 2025, while peak demand met fell 4.5% year-on-year to 32,758 MW. The region's thermal plant load factor averaged 74.6%, well above the national average of 66%, while coal stocks varied sharply by station from TVNL Jharkhand at 283% of normative to Odisha's IB TPS at just 76%.
8Western Region carries 7,560 MW of planned and 5,626 MW of forced generation outages
The WRLDC generating-unit outage report for 1 June 2026 records planned outages totalling 7,560.1 MW, comprising 3,935.6 MW central sector and 3,624.5 MW state sector, and forced outages of 5,626 MW, comprising 1,840 MW central and 3,786 MW state. Long-stranded units feature prominently, including Tarapur Unit 2 of 160 MW out since 13 July 2020 and several GIPCL units in Gujarat idle since 2021-22 as only their 27 MW PPA capacity runs.
8Eastern Region reports 4,414 MW of forced generation outages against 164 MW planned
The Eastern Region NPMC generation-outage report for 1 June 2026 records total forced outages of 4,414 MW, comprising 2,720 MW central sector and 1,694 MW state sector, against planned outages of just 163.65 MW, all in the state sector with nil central-sector planned outages. The breakdown highlights that unplanned trips, rather than scheduled maintenance, dominated the region's generation unavailability on the day across central and state assets.
8Renewables meet 36.4% of India's demand at peak on 31 May, NLDC REMC reports
The NLDC Renewable Energy Management Centre report for 31 May 2026 shows variable renewable energy reaching a maximum penetration of 36.37% of all-India demand met at 13:35 hours, with solar contributing 30.72% at its peak. During solar hours, against a maximum demand of 2,15,476 MW, solar generated up to 54,081 MW and wind 13,026 MW. Daily peak VRE generation reached 75,514 MW, short of the all-time records of 96,021 MW generation and 40.96% penetration.
8ERPC rates Eastern thermal fleet on frequency response: nine stations score perfect 1.00
ERPC certified the average monthly frequency response performance, or beta, of Eastern Region generating stations for April 2026, computed per the NLDC methodology approved by CERC on 5 November 2024. Nine stations including FSTPP I&II, KHSTPP-I, TSTPP-I, BARH-I, BRBCL and MPL posted the maximum score of 1.00, while several such as BARH-II, NPGC and GMR scored 0.00; Darlipali managed 0.48 and North Karanpura 0.41, with Teesta-V marked not applicable.
8NLDC's daily SCUC commits 37,325 MWh up and 32,739 MWh down in reserve scheduling
The GRID-INDIA daily report on ancillary services and security constrained unit commitment for 1 June 2026 details the inter-state reserve profile, tracking spinning up and down reserves against requirements through the day. The report records SCUC-up scheduled energy of 37,325 MWh and SCUC-down scheduled energy of 32,739 MWh, with the inter-state reserve requirement taken as half of the total system requirement under the ancillary-services framework.
8ERPC certifies April ramping: FSTPP I&II tops Eastern fleet, BARH-I records zero ramps
ERPC issued its certification of the ramping performance of thermal inter-state generating stations in the Eastern Region for April 2026, under Regulation 30 of the CERC tariff regulations. Among the strongest performers, FSTPP I&II logged 2,811 scheduled time blocks with a ratio of 1.00 and achieved actual ramps of at least 1% per minute in 91 of its blocks, while KHSTPP-I recorded 149 scheduled ramp events. By contrast, BARH-I showed 2,863 time blocks but zero qualifying scheduled ramps.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8ERPC bills June 2026 transmission account as April ISTS charges hit Rs. 3,962 crore
ERPC issued the regional transmission account for the June 2026 billing month under the CERC sharing regulations, 2020. The account notes that for the April 2026 billing period there were 109 ISTS licensees with total monthly transmission charges of Rs. 3,962.00 crore and aggregate general network access of 1,26,217 MW. NLDC identified the 64th time block, 15:45 to 16:00 hours, on 25 April 2026 as the peak block used to apportion charges among designated ISTS customers.
8NRPC issues 344-page provisional May 2026 energy account for Northern Region
NRPC issued the ABT-based provisional regional energy account for May 2026, dated 1 June 2026, prepared under the CERC tariff regulations, 2024. Spanning 344 pages and more than 160 station and beneficiary totals, the account is built on NLDC schedule data including tentative schedules for 18 to 31 May 2026 and processed meter data up to 17 May 2026, covering major central stations such as Dadri TPS and IGSTPS-Jhajjar, with state-wise drawals down to Jammu and Kashmir.
8NLDC commits Rs. 1.44/kWh Talcher to Rs. 23.81/kWh gas in 76-station SCUC for 2 June
NLDC's security constrained unit commitment generator schedule for 2 June 2026, published a day earlier at 1500 hours, commits 76 generating stations in merit order of energy charge rate. Cheaper coal stations such as Talcher at Rs. 1.44 per kWh and North Karanpura at Rs. 2.09 per kWh anchor the bottom of the stack, while costly gas plants such as LKPL Phase-2 RLNG at Rs. 23.81 per kWh and Faridabad-LNG at Rs. 23.65 per kWh are scheduled at zero MW.
8WRPC DSM accounts swing across April as Western grid owes the South over Rs. 240 crore
The Western Regional Power Committee released five weekly ABT-based deviation settlement accounts covering 30 March to 3 May 2026 under the CERC DSM regulations, 2024. The Western Region was a consistent large net payer to the Northern Region, peaking at Rs. 259.28 crore receivable by NR in the week of 20-26 April, and a net receiver from the Southern Region, with WR-SR settlements ranging from Rs. 164.65 crore to Rs. 240.87 crore receivable across the weeks.
8ERPC reopens three December 2025 DSM accounts, revising deviation bills for DVC and Darlipali
The Eastern Regional Power Committee issued a revised DSM settlement account dated 29 May 2026 for three December 2025 weeks under the CERC DSM regulations, 2024. The revision reworks deviation charges for entities including DVC, GMRKEL, GRIDCO, Sikkim, KHSTPP-I and MPL, and treats Darlipali's 22-28 December account as a partial outage after late data. Defaulters face simple interest of 0.04% per day for payments delayed beyond 10 days into the deviation and ancillary-services pool account.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8WRLDC line-outage report tracks long-pending 400 kV element outages across western grid
The WRLDC transmission line outage status report for 1 June 2026 details elements under planned and forced outage across the Western Region, owned largely by POWERGRID-WR1. Among the planned outages, the 400 kV Wardha-Warora double-circuit line and reactor has been out since 4 May 2018, taken along with the LILO line works, while several 400 kV Champa bus and bus-sectionaliser bays remain under outage, illustrating the backlog of long-duration transmission element outages in the region.
8NRPC planned-shutdown register lists 56 transmission elements, some out over 250 days
The planned transmission element shutdown report for 1 June 2026 catalogues 56 transmission elements under planned outage, concentrated in the Northern Region and largely owned by POWERGRID and state utilities such as RRVPNL. The longest-running entry, a 220 kV transfer bus bay at Dehradun, had been out for about 256 days against a planned 10 hours, while bays at Bhiwadi (208 days) and Bhadla (197 days, for new ICT-4 commissioning) show outages far beyond their planned durations.
8NLDC reports zero ATC and N-1 violations across inter-regional corridors on 1 June
NLDC's system reliability indices report for 1 June 2026 records nil violations of available transfer capability and the N-1 security criterion across all monitored inter-regional corridors, including WR-NR, ER-NR, import of NR and NEW-SR, each showing 0 blocks and 0.00% violation. The clean reliability scorecard indicates the inter-regional transmission network operated within secure limits throughout the day, with no corrective action required.
8NLDC pegs Southern Region July import capability for Andhra Pradesh at up to 9,017 MW
NLDC issued the Southern Region statewise transfer capability statement for July 2026, covering import capability for Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Andhra Pradesh's import total transfer capability peaked at 9,017 MW in the 06:00 to 12:00 hours window, with available transfer capability of 8,749 MW after a 268 MW reliability margin and a net general network access of 4,516 MW, with limiting constraints flagged at Vemagiri, K V Kota and Nellore substations.
8NLDC raises North-East July transfer limits, lifting Arunachal off-peak ATC toward 255 MW
NLDC published the North Eastern Region statewise transfer capability statement for July 2026, Revision 1, covering import capability for Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland and Tripura. Arunachal Pradesh's import available transfer capability was set at 245 MW at peak and stepped up to 255 MW, with a total transfer capability of 260 MW and a 5 MW reliability margin, with state limits governed by N-1 contingency constraints on the regional 132 kV network. Details
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MINISTRY OF POWER
8Government to sell 3% of NHPC, or 30.13 crore shares, via two-day OFS from 2 June
The Ministry of Power, on behalf of the President of India as promoter, issued a notice for an offer for sale of 3.00% of NHPC Limited's paid-up equity, equivalent to 30,13,51,044 equity shares of Rs. 10 face value, as the base offer size. The sale runs on the stock-exchange OFS mechanism on 2 June 2026 for non-retail investors and on 3 June 2026 for retail investors and employees, with an option to retain oversubscription, per SEBI, BSE and NSE OFS guidelines.
8President of India tenders up to 2% of Coal India, or 12.3 crore shares, in two-day OFS
In a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI Takeover Regulations, the President of India, acting through the Ministry of Coal as promoter of Coal India Limited, notified the sale of up to 61,627,283 equity shares, or 1.00% of paid-up capital, as the base offer size on 27 May 2026. An oversubscription option covers a further 61,627,283 shares through a designated BSE window, plus up to 25,000 shares reserved for eligible employees, with the offer running on T and T+1 days.
8Power Ministry advertises Chairman BBMB post at Level-16 pay ahead of September vacancy
The Ministry of Power circulated a vacancy notice for appointment to the post of Chairman, Bhakra Beas Management Board, headquartered at Chandigarh, which falls vacant on 28 September 2026, and subsequently extended the closing date for applications. The post carries pay at Level-16 in the pay matrix of Rs. 2,05,400 to Rs. 2,24,400, and requires an engineering graduate not more than 58 years of age, given the complex inter-state issues among partner states Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh.
8POWERGRID promotes Sunil Kumar to executive director from chief general manager
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (BSE: 532898; NSE: POWERGRID) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that Sunil Kumar, chief general manager, has been promoted to executive director, a senior management position one level below the Board of Directors, with effect from the notified date. The intimation forms part of POWERGRID's ongoing senior-management disclosures at the central transmission utility, India's largest power-transmission company.
8PFC notifies change in senior management under SEBI disclosure norms
Power Finance Corporation Limited, a Government of India undertaking, submitted an intimation to NSE and BSE on 1 June 2026 regarding a change in its senior management, filed for information and record under the SEBI listing regulations, 2015. As one of the country's largest power-sector lenders with a multi-lakh-crore loan book, PFC's management disclosures are tracked closely by investors in the state-owned non-banking finance company.
MNRE & BEE
8OECD's MAGIC database finds industrial subsidies hit USD 108 billion in 2024
The OECD's June 2026 MAGIC database of industrial subsidies reports that subsidies captured in the database reached USD 108 billion nominal in 2024, equal to 1.3% of firms' sales revenue, the second-highest level on record and the highest since the global financial crisis. The report finds renewable-energy equipment, semiconductors and heavy industries among the most-subsidised sectors, with state enterprises playing a large role and Chinese firms receiving on average three to eight times the support of peers.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8India generates 4,222.85 MU on 30 May, missing CEA's 4,580 MU programme by 1.9%
CEA's all-India power generation overview shows actual generation of 4,222.85 MU on 30 May 2026 against a programme of 4,579.63 MU, a shortfall of 356.78 MU or about 1.9%. Thermal stations contributed 3,651.88 MU, hydro 366.06 MU, nuclear 187.92 MU and Bhutan imports 16.99 MU. Cumulatively from 1 April, India produced 2,75,449.94 MU against a programme of 2,80,786.80 MU, a deviation of 1.90%, against a total installed capacity of 5,38,364.41 MW.
8Half of India's monitored fleet idles: 50,296 MW under maintenance on 30 May, says CEA
CEA's all-India capacity availability report shows 50,296.46 MW of monitored capacity out of service on 30 May 2026, comprising 35,121.91 MW on forced outage, 10,014.40 MW for other reasons and 5,160.15 MW under planned maintenance, leaving 2,60,477.33 MW online out of 3,10,773.79 MW monitored. The Western Region carried the largest outage block at 16,212.60 MW, followed by the Southern Region at 14,642.28 MW and the Northern Region at 14,530.93 MW.
8Coal powers 3,520 MU of India's 30 May output as gas slips to 51.79 MU, CEA data shows
CEA's category-wise, fuel-wise generation report for 30 May 2026 shows coal generating 3,519.69 MU from 2,22,697.51 MW of monitored capacity, dwarfing lignite at 79.25 MU, natural gas at 51.79 MU and diesel at 1.15 MU. Nuclear added 187.92 MU, hydro 366.06 MU and Bhutan imports 16.99 MU, for an all-India total of 4,222.85 MU against a 4,579.63 MU programme, leaving coal responsible for roughly 83% of the day's generation.
8CEA fleet runs at 85% availability but only 71% utilisation on 30 May
CEA's capacity utilisation report for 30 May 2026 shows India's monitored 3,10,773.79 MW fleet delivering 2,40,130.93 MW gross and 2,21,398.16 MW net, with 2,60,477.33 MW online, giving availability of 85.00% but utilisation of just 71.24%. Thermal utilisation stood at 71.81% and hydro at 67.10%, while nuclear led at 79.65%, revealing how much online capacity ran below its potential on a low-demand pre-monsoon day across the country.
8CEA flags 31,094 MW of thermal and nuclear units offline beyond 15 days
CEA's report on thermal and nuclear units out of grid for more than 15 days during 2026-27, as on 30 May 2026, tallies 31,093.56 MW of capacity in extended outage. The list details each station, unit, capacity and the reason and expected return date, quantifying the structural slice of India's fleet unavailable for sustained periods, well beyond routine day-to-day maintenance, and adds to a separate 5,724.41 MW that has been out for over a year.
8NTPC stations generate 916.95 MU on 30 May, running 107 MU below CEA programme
CEA's NTPC generation overview shows the company's monitored 60,007.23 MW fleet, with 49,883.88 MW available, producing 916.95 MU on 30 May 2026 against a programme of 1,024.11 MU, a shortfall of 107.16 MU. Year-to-date from 1 April, NTPC stations delivered 61,174.30 MU against a 63,254.30 MU target, a deviation of 3.29%, underlining softer dispatch from the country's largest thermal generator during the low-demand period.
8Thermal availability at 87.6%, hydro lags at 80.9% in CEA's 30 May fleet snapshot
CEA's availability overview reports that of 2,29,901.56 MW of monitored thermal capacity, excluding gas and diesel, 2,01,294.05 MW was available on 30 May 2026, an 87.56% availability factor. Nuclear stations posted the highest availability at 93.17%, with 8,180.00 MW of 8,780.00 MW available, while hydro trailed at 80.86%, with 42,019.39 MW available out of 51,964.66 MW monitored, shaping the day's overall generation mix.
8Coal India-linked plants hold 19 days of coal, or 42.28 million tonnes, as of 30 May
Coal India Limited's marketing and sales division report on the coal-stock position of plants linked to CIL and SCCL, per CEA data for 30 May 2026, puts total stock at 42,276.2 thousand tonnes, comprising 41,768.9 indigenous and 507.4 imported, equal to about 19 days of consumption against a daily requirement of roughly 2,244.81 thousand tonnes. The report applies the 2017 criticality methodology and flags 19 of the linked plants as carrying low stock.
8CEA tracks 5,192 MW of thermal and nuclear units returning to the grid as of 30 May
CEA's recommissioning report for 30 May 2026 lists thermal and nuclear units being brought back online, totalling 5,191.50 MW of capacity. The report logs each station's maintenance date, synchronisation date and present status, charting the pipeline of plants re-entering service against the larger pool of units still under outage, including a separate 9,259 MW that went out of grid on 30 May, much of it on reserve shutdown amid weak demand.
89,259 MW tripped or shut on 30 May as low demand forces reserve shutdowns, CEA reports
CEA's list of thermal and nuclear units that went out of grid on 30 May 2026 captures 9,259 MW of capacity taken offline that day, much of it on reserve shutdown amid weak demand. Rajasthan's Suratgarh TPS shed five 250 MW units, while Harduaganj TPS and Jalipa Kapurdi TPP (135 MW, on generator-transformer damage) also went down, illustrating how soft summer-night demand idled large coal blocks across the northern and western grids.
8KERC sets Rs. 25 lakh tariff-adoption fee under new TBCB transmission-licence rules
KERC notified regulations establishing the licensing framework for intra-state transmission projects selected through tariff-based competitive bidding in Karnataka. The accompanying fee schedule revises the levy on other transmission licensees to Rs. 20 lakh per annum and introduces a new Rs. 25 lakh fee for an application to adopt transmission tariff filed under Section 63 of the Electricity Act, 2003, supporting the state's move to award transmission projects through competitive bidding.
8CEA's station-wise report maps 30 May generation, led by Northern grid's 1,062.64 MU
CEA's exhaustive region, state, sector, type and station-wise generation report for 30 May 2026 details output unit by unit across the country. The Northern Region's monitored 81,766.72 MW delivered 1,062.64 MU against a programme of 1,191.27 MU, with large central units such as Pragati CCGT-III of 1,500 MW itemised. The granular dataset feeds directly into the all-India totals of 4,222.85 MU actual against 4,579.63 MU programmed for the day. Details
8Government to sell 3% of NHPC, or 30.13 crore shares, via two-day OFS from 2 June
The Ministry of Power, on behalf of the President of India as promoter, issued a notice for an offer for sale of 3.00% of NHPC Limited's paid-up equity, equivalent to 30,13,51,044 equity shares of Rs. 10 face value, as the base offer size. The sale runs on the stock-exchange OFS mechanism on 2 June 2026 for non-retail investors and on 3 June 2026 for retail investors and employees, with an option to retain oversubscription, per SEBI, BSE and NSE OFS guidelines.
8President of India tenders up to 2% of Coal India, or 12.3 crore shares, in two-day OFS
In a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI Takeover Regulations, the President of India, acting through the Ministry of Coal as promoter of Coal India Limited, notified the sale of up to 61,627,283 equity shares, or 1.00% of paid-up capital, as the base offer size on 27 May 2026. An oversubscription option covers a further 61,627,283 shares through a designated BSE window, plus up to 25,000 shares reserved for eligible employees, with the offer running on T and T+1 days.
8Power Ministry advertises Chairman BBMB post at Level-16 pay ahead of September vacancy
The Ministry of Power circulated a vacancy notice for appointment to the post of Chairman, Bhakra Beas Management Board, headquartered at Chandigarh, which falls vacant on 28 September 2026, and subsequently extended the closing date for applications. The post carries pay at Level-16 in the pay matrix of Rs. 2,05,400 to Rs. 2,24,400, and requires an engineering graduate not more than 58 years of age, given the complex inter-state issues among partner states Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh.
8POWERGRID promotes Sunil Kumar to executive director from chief general manager
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (BSE: 532898; NSE: POWERGRID) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that Sunil Kumar, chief general manager, has been promoted to executive director, a senior management position one level below the Board of Directors, with effect from the notified date. The intimation forms part of POWERGRID's ongoing senior-management disclosures at the central transmission utility, India's largest power-transmission company.
8PFC notifies change in senior management under SEBI disclosure norms
Power Finance Corporation Limited, a Government of India undertaking, submitted an intimation to NSE and BSE on 1 June 2026 regarding a change in its senior management, filed for information and record under the SEBI listing regulations, 2015. As one of the country's largest power-sector lenders with a multi-lakh-crore loan book, PFC's management disclosures are tracked closely by investors in the state-owned non-banking finance company.
MNRE & BEE
8OECD's MAGIC database finds industrial subsidies hit USD 108 billion in 2024
The OECD's June 2026 MAGIC database of industrial subsidies reports that subsidies captured in the database reached USD 108 billion nominal in 2024, equal to 1.3% of firms' sales revenue, the second-highest level on record and the highest since the global financial crisis. The report finds renewable-energy equipment, semiconductors and heavy industries among the most-subsidised sectors, with state enterprises playing a large role and Chinese firms receiving on average three to eight times the support of peers.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8India generates 4,222.85 MU on 30 May, missing CEA's 4,580 MU programme by 1.9%
CEA's all-India power generation overview shows actual generation of 4,222.85 MU on 30 May 2026 against a programme of 4,579.63 MU, a shortfall of 356.78 MU or about 1.9%. Thermal stations contributed 3,651.88 MU, hydro 366.06 MU, nuclear 187.92 MU and Bhutan imports 16.99 MU. Cumulatively from 1 April, India produced 2,75,449.94 MU against a programme of 2,80,786.80 MU, a deviation of 1.90%, against a total installed capacity of 5,38,364.41 MW.
8Half of India's monitored fleet idles: 50,296 MW under maintenance on 30 May, says CEA
CEA's all-India capacity availability report shows 50,296.46 MW of monitored capacity out of service on 30 May 2026, comprising 35,121.91 MW on forced outage, 10,014.40 MW for other reasons and 5,160.15 MW under planned maintenance, leaving 2,60,477.33 MW online out of 3,10,773.79 MW monitored. The Western Region carried the largest outage block at 16,212.60 MW, followed by the Southern Region at 14,642.28 MW and the Northern Region at 14,530.93 MW.
8Coal powers 3,520 MU of India's 30 May output as gas slips to 51.79 MU, CEA data shows
CEA's category-wise, fuel-wise generation report for 30 May 2026 shows coal generating 3,519.69 MU from 2,22,697.51 MW of monitored capacity, dwarfing lignite at 79.25 MU, natural gas at 51.79 MU and diesel at 1.15 MU. Nuclear added 187.92 MU, hydro 366.06 MU and Bhutan imports 16.99 MU, for an all-India total of 4,222.85 MU against a 4,579.63 MU programme, leaving coal responsible for roughly 83% of the day's generation.
8CEA fleet runs at 85% availability but only 71% utilisation on 30 May
CEA's capacity utilisation report for 30 May 2026 shows India's monitored 3,10,773.79 MW fleet delivering 2,40,130.93 MW gross and 2,21,398.16 MW net, with 2,60,477.33 MW online, giving availability of 85.00% but utilisation of just 71.24%. Thermal utilisation stood at 71.81% and hydro at 67.10%, while nuclear led at 79.65%, revealing how much online capacity ran below its potential on a low-demand pre-monsoon day across the country.
8CEA flags 31,094 MW of thermal and nuclear units offline beyond 15 days
CEA's report on thermal and nuclear units out of grid for more than 15 days during 2026-27, as on 30 May 2026, tallies 31,093.56 MW of capacity in extended outage. The list details each station, unit, capacity and the reason and expected return date, quantifying the structural slice of India's fleet unavailable for sustained periods, well beyond routine day-to-day maintenance, and adds to a separate 5,724.41 MW that has been out for over a year.
8NTPC stations generate 916.95 MU on 30 May, running 107 MU below CEA programme
CEA's NTPC generation overview shows the company's monitored 60,007.23 MW fleet, with 49,883.88 MW available, producing 916.95 MU on 30 May 2026 against a programme of 1,024.11 MU, a shortfall of 107.16 MU. Year-to-date from 1 April, NTPC stations delivered 61,174.30 MU against a 63,254.30 MU target, a deviation of 3.29%, underlining softer dispatch from the country's largest thermal generator during the low-demand period.
8Thermal availability at 87.6%, hydro lags at 80.9% in CEA's 30 May fleet snapshot
CEA's availability overview reports that of 2,29,901.56 MW of monitored thermal capacity, excluding gas and diesel, 2,01,294.05 MW was available on 30 May 2026, an 87.56% availability factor. Nuclear stations posted the highest availability at 93.17%, with 8,180.00 MW of 8,780.00 MW available, while hydro trailed at 80.86%, with 42,019.39 MW available out of 51,964.66 MW monitored, shaping the day's overall generation mix.
8Coal India-linked plants hold 19 days of coal, or 42.28 million tonnes, as of 30 May
Coal India Limited's marketing and sales division report on the coal-stock position of plants linked to CIL and SCCL, per CEA data for 30 May 2026, puts total stock at 42,276.2 thousand tonnes, comprising 41,768.9 indigenous and 507.4 imported, equal to about 19 days of consumption against a daily requirement of roughly 2,244.81 thousand tonnes. The report applies the 2017 criticality methodology and flags 19 of the linked plants as carrying low stock.
8CEA tracks 5,192 MW of thermal and nuclear units returning to the grid as of 30 May
CEA's recommissioning report for 30 May 2026 lists thermal and nuclear units being brought back online, totalling 5,191.50 MW of capacity. The report logs each station's maintenance date, synchronisation date and present status, charting the pipeline of plants re-entering service against the larger pool of units still under outage, including a separate 9,259 MW that went out of grid on 30 May, much of it on reserve shutdown amid weak demand.
89,259 MW tripped or shut on 30 May as low demand forces reserve shutdowns, CEA reports
CEA's list of thermal and nuclear units that went out of grid on 30 May 2026 captures 9,259 MW of capacity taken offline that day, much of it on reserve shutdown amid weak demand. Rajasthan's Suratgarh TPS shed five 250 MW units, while Harduaganj TPS and Jalipa Kapurdi TPP (135 MW, on generator-transformer damage) also went down, illustrating how soft summer-night demand idled large coal blocks across the northern and western grids.
8KERC sets Rs. 25 lakh tariff-adoption fee under new TBCB transmission-licence rules
KERC notified regulations establishing the licensing framework for intra-state transmission projects selected through tariff-based competitive bidding in Karnataka. The accompanying fee schedule revises the levy on other transmission licensees to Rs. 20 lakh per annum and introduces a new Rs. 25 lakh fee for an application to adopt transmission tariff filed under Section 63 of the Electricity Act, 2003, supporting the state's move to award transmission projects through competitive bidding.
8CEA's station-wise report maps 30 May generation, led by Northern grid's 1,062.64 MU
CEA's exhaustive region, state, sector, type and station-wise generation report for 30 May 2026 details output unit by unit across the country. The Northern Region's monitored 81,766.72 MW delivered 1,062.64 MU against a programme of 1,191.27 MU, with large central units such as Pragati CCGT-III of 1,500 MW itemised. The granular dataset feeds directly into the all-India totals of 4,222.85 MU actual against 4,579.63 MU programmed for the day. Details
NEWS UPDATE: RENEWABLE ENERGY
Jun 02:
SOLAR POWER
8India's renewables deliver 925.62 MU on 31 May, with solar at 540.56 MU outpacing wind
CEA's daily renewable generation report for 31 May 2026 records 925.62 MU of net all-India renewable generation, comprising solar 540.56 MU, wind 357.60 MU and others 27.46 MU. Cumulative May 2026 renewable output reached 31,362.11 MU, with solar at 19,705.01 MU and wind 10,831.45 MU. Among solar parks, NP Kunta (2,300 MW) generated 14.70 MU and Pavagada (2,181 MW) 12.38 MU on the day, while daily RE from inter-state generating stations stood at 328.14 MU.
8NP Kunta and Pavagada solar parks lead RE output with 14.70 MU and 12.38 MU on 31 May
CEA's daily renewable generation report for 31 May 2026 showed the 2,300 MW NP Kunta solar park generating 14.70 MU and the 2,181 MW Pavagada solar park 12.38 MU on the day, among the leading contributors to all-India solar output of 540.56 MU. Daily renewable energy from inter-state generating stations stood at 328.14 MU, with cumulative May solar generation reaching 19,705.01 MU as the summer solar season peaked across the southern parks.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8CERC aligns Datta Power Infra's 162 MW hybrid financial closure with November 2027 COD
CERC's order in Petition No. 1015/MP/2025 allowed Datta Power Infra Private Limited's plea against CTUIL and SJVN to extend the financial-closure timeline and connectivity start date for its 162 MW ISTS-connected wind-solar hybrid project. The Commission aligned the financial-closure deadline with a tentative scheduled commercial operation date of November 2027, easing pressure on the developer while directing CTUIL to process pending final connectivity grants prudently for the renewable hybrid scheme.
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8ACME Sun Power's BESS fleet reaches 1,283.9 MWh after latest Phalodi addition
ACME Solar Holdings Limited reported that its arm ACME Sun Power Private Limited lifted its commissioned battery energy storage capacity to 266.669 MW / 1,283.936 MWh after adding 33.333 MW / 160.512 MWh at Village Badi Sid, Tehsil Bap, District Phalodi in Rajasthan. The build-out underscores the company's push into standalone storage to firm up renewable supply and provide grid balancing, disclosed to the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8HPERC floats Eighth Amendment to its renewable-energy promotion and tariff regulations
HPERC issued a public notice proposing the HPERC (Promotion of Generation from Renewable Energy Sources and Terms and Conditions for Tariff Determination) (Eighth Amendment) Regulations, identified as HPERC-428, framed under Sections 61, 62 and 86 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The draft, on which comments are invited, would update Himachal Pradesh's renewable-energy tariff and promotion framework, affecting developers of small-hydro and other renewable projects in the state.
8TNERC opens draft 2026 tariff regulations for non-conventional energy, comments by 16 June
TNERC published a draft notification of the TNERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff from Non-Conventional Energy Generation Sources) Regulations, 2026, framed under Sections 61, 62, 86 and 181 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The draft will be taken up after 15 days from publication on the TNERC website, and the Commission has invited objections and suggestions, in duplicate, on or before 16 June 2026, ahead of finalising the new non-conventional energy tariff framework. Details
8India's renewables deliver 925.62 MU on 31 May, with solar at 540.56 MU outpacing wind
CEA's daily renewable generation report for 31 May 2026 records 925.62 MU of net all-India renewable generation, comprising solar 540.56 MU, wind 357.60 MU and others 27.46 MU. Cumulative May 2026 renewable output reached 31,362.11 MU, with solar at 19,705.01 MU and wind 10,831.45 MU. Among solar parks, NP Kunta (2,300 MW) generated 14.70 MU and Pavagada (2,181 MW) 12.38 MU on the day, while daily RE from inter-state generating stations stood at 328.14 MU.
8NP Kunta and Pavagada solar parks lead RE output with 14.70 MU and 12.38 MU on 31 May
CEA's daily renewable generation report for 31 May 2026 showed the 2,300 MW NP Kunta solar park generating 14.70 MU and the 2,181 MW Pavagada solar park 12.38 MU on the day, among the leading contributors to all-India solar output of 540.56 MU. Daily renewable energy from inter-state generating stations stood at 328.14 MU, with cumulative May solar generation reaching 19,705.01 MU as the summer solar season peaked across the southern parks.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8CERC aligns Datta Power Infra's 162 MW hybrid financial closure with November 2027 COD
CERC's order in Petition No. 1015/MP/2025 allowed Datta Power Infra Private Limited's plea against CTUIL and SJVN to extend the financial-closure timeline and connectivity start date for its 162 MW ISTS-connected wind-solar hybrid project. The Commission aligned the financial-closure deadline with a tentative scheduled commercial operation date of November 2027, easing pressure on the developer while directing CTUIL to process pending final connectivity grants prudently for the renewable hybrid scheme.
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8ACME Sun Power's BESS fleet reaches 1,283.9 MWh after latest Phalodi addition
ACME Solar Holdings Limited reported that its arm ACME Sun Power Private Limited lifted its commissioned battery energy storage capacity to 266.669 MW / 1,283.936 MWh after adding 33.333 MW / 160.512 MWh at Village Badi Sid, Tehsil Bap, District Phalodi in Rajasthan. The build-out underscores the company's push into standalone storage to firm up renewable supply and provide grid balancing, disclosed to the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8HPERC floats Eighth Amendment to its renewable-energy promotion and tariff regulations
HPERC issued a public notice proposing the HPERC (Promotion of Generation from Renewable Energy Sources and Terms and Conditions for Tariff Determination) (Eighth Amendment) Regulations, identified as HPERC-428, framed under Sections 61, 62 and 86 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The draft, on which comments are invited, would update Himachal Pradesh's renewable-energy tariff and promotion framework, affecting developers of small-hydro and other renewable projects in the state.
8TNERC opens draft 2026 tariff regulations for non-conventional energy, comments by 16 June
TNERC published a draft notification of the TNERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff from Non-Conventional Energy Generation Sources) Regulations, 2026, framed under Sections 61, 62, 86 and 181 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The draft will be taken up after 15 days from publication on the TNERC website, and the Commission has invited objections and suggestions, in duplicate, on or before 16 June 2026, ahead of finalising the new non-conventional energy tariff framework. Details
NEWS UPDATE: PROJECT AWARDS & CAPACITY ADDITION
Jun 02:
WORK ORDERS & SUPPLY CONTRACTS
8Kalpataru Projects bags fresh orders worth Rs. 2,002 crore across T&D, buildings and railways
Kalpataru Projects International Limited (BSE: 522287; NSE: KPIL) announced on 1 June 2026 that it and its subsidiaries had secured new orders and notifications of award worth approximately Rs. 2,002 crore. MD and CEO Manish Mohnot said the wins span the overseas power transmission and distribution business, the buildings and factories business in India and the railways business in India, all received in the normal course of business, adding to the company's diversified engineering and construction order book.
8Alfa Transformers wins Rs. 63-crore Madhya Gujarat Vij order for 10 KVA transformers
Alfa Transformers Limited (BSE: 517546) informed the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30 that it received a Letter of Award from Madhya Gujarat Vij Company Limited for the supply of 11 kV / 0.433 kV three-phase 10 KVA aluminium-wound CRGO/amorphous distribution transformers under a CPP tender. The company pegged the size of the order at Rs. 63 crore, a significant award for the transformer maker relative to its scale, to be executed per the attached work order.
8Jainik Power Cables secures BIS certifications for aluminium conductors and power cables
Jainik Power Cables Limited announced on 1 June 2026 that it has obtained all major Bureau of Indian Standards certifications required to manufacture and supply a comprehensive range of aluminium conductors and power cables. The company described the milestone as achieving full operational readiness to serve utilities, EPC contractors, infrastructure projects, industrial customers and government organisations across India, positioning it to bid for utility and EPC supply contracts.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8ERPC routes 120 MW of Patratu power to Chhattisgarh and 50 MW to Tripura, cuts Buxar supply
ERPC revised the share allocation of Central Generating Stations of the Eastern Region and Bhutan hydro stations to reflect 120 MW from Patratu Stage-I to Chhattisgarh and 50 MW from NTPC Farakka STPP-I&II to Tripura, alongside discontinuation of 99 MW from Buxar TPP to Tamil Nadu. The order recomputes entitlements across stations such as Farakka I&II (1,600 MW), Kahalgaon-II (1,500 MW) and Barh-I (1,980 MW) for beneficiary states including Bihar, Jharkhand and Tripura.
8ERPC strips 329.36 MW of relinquished Bihar-Farakka power from Tamil Nadu from 3 June
In an order dated 1 June 2026, ERPC discontinued the allocation of 329.36 MW to Tamil Nadu drawn from Bihar's relinquished share in NTPC Farakka STPP-I&II (1,600 MW), to take effect from 00:00 hours on 3 June 2026 per the Ministry of Power letter dated 18 February 2026. The revised allocation of Eastern Region central stations and Bhutan hydro stations reassigns the freed capacity among beneficiaries such as Bihar and Jharkhand, as set out in the accompanying annexure.
8NRPC reshuffles 80 MW from Tamil Nadu to Punjab and Haryana from June 2026
In a corrigendum dated 30 May 2026, NRPC revised the allocation of Central Generating Station power for June 2026. Following the Ministry of Power's expiry of an allocation to Tamil Nadu on 31 May 2026, 36 MW from Unchahar TPP-I was de-allocated from Tamil Nadu and given to Punjab, and 44 MW from Tanda-II STPS moved from Tamil Nadu to Haryana, both effective 00:00 hours on 1 June 2026. NLDC and UP-SLDC were directed to implement the order, with beneficiaries required to sign PPAs.
8Coal Ministry orders allottees to renew bank guarantees 7 days before expiry or face forfeiture
In a notice dated 1 June 2026, the nominated authority in the Ministry of Coal directed all coal-block allottees to submit renewed original performance bank guarantees in physical form at least seven working days before the existing guarantee expires. Citing Clause 6.1.6 of the relevant allotment agreements, the authority warned that failure to renew within the timeline may attract appropriation of 100% of the performance security, and declared the notice a standing instruction for future renewals.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8ACME Solar commissions 33.3 MW more BESS, taking total storage to 266.7 MW
ACME Solar Holdings Limited (NSE: ACMESOLAR; BSE: 544283) told the exchanges that its arm ACME Sun Power Private Limited commissioned an additional 33.333 MW / 160.512 MWh of battery energy storage system capacity at Village Badi Sid, Tehsil Bap, District Phalodi. With this, ACME Sun Power's commissioned BESS capacity reached 266.669 MW / 1,283.936 MWh, marking continued progress in the company's standalone storage build-out under the SEBI Regulation 30 disclosure framework.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8POWERGRID wins Tumkur-II RE transmission SPV to evacuate 2.7 GW of Karnataka renewables
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (BSE: 532898; NSE: POWERGRID) informed the exchanges on 29 May 2026 that, as the successful TBCB bidder, it acquired Tumkur II RE Transmission Limited from bid process coordinator PFC Consulting Limited on a build-own-operate-transfer basis. The SPV will establish transmission system strengthening at Tumkur-II for integration of additional RE potential of 2.7 GW, comprising a 400 kV double-circuit line in Karnataka with ICT and line-bay augmentation at the pooling station.
8Siemens completes Rs. 2,200-crore slump sale of low-voltage motors business to Innomotics
Siemens Limited (NSE: SIEMENS) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that on 1 June 2026 it completed the sale and transfer of its low-voltage motors and geared motors business, as a going concern on a slump-sale basis, to Innomotics India Private Limited for Rs. 2,200 crore (INR 22 billion). The transaction follows the slump-sale agreement dated 8 December 2025 described in the company's earlier disclosures of December 2025 and February 2026, completing a major portfolio carve-out. Details
8Kalpataru Projects bags fresh orders worth Rs. 2,002 crore across T&D, buildings and railways
Kalpataru Projects International Limited (BSE: 522287; NSE: KPIL) announced on 1 June 2026 that it and its subsidiaries had secured new orders and notifications of award worth approximately Rs. 2,002 crore. MD and CEO Manish Mohnot said the wins span the overseas power transmission and distribution business, the buildings and factories business in India and the railways business in India, all received in the normal course of business, adding to the company's diversified engineering and construction order book.
8Alfa Transformers wins Rs. 63-crore Madhya Gujarat Vij order for 10 KVA transformers
Alfa Transformers Limited (BSE: 517546) informed the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30 that it received a Letter of Award from Madhya Gujarat Vij Company Limited for the supply of 11 kV / 0.433 kV three-phase 10 KVA aluminium-wound CRGO/amorphous distribution transformers under a CPP tender. The company pegged the size of the order at Rs. 63 crore, a significant award for the transformer maker relative to its scale, to be executed per the attached work order.
8Jainik Power Cables secures BIS certifications for aluminium conductors and power cables
Jainik Power Cables Limited announced on 1 June 2026 that it has obtained all major Bureau of Indian Standards certifications required to manufacture and supply a comprehensive range of aluminium conductors and power cables. The company described the milestone as achieving full operational readiness to serve utilities, EPC contractors, infrastructure projects, industrial customers and government organisations across India, positioning it to bid for utility and EPC supply contracts.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8ERPC routes 120 MW of Patratu power to Chhattisgarh and 50 MW to Tripura, cuts Buxar supply
ERPC revised the share allocation of Central Generating Stations of the Eastern Region and Bhutan hydro stations to reflect 120 MW from Patratu Stage-I to Chhattisgarh and 50 MW from NTPC Farakka STPP-I&II to Tripura, alongside discontinuation of 99 MW from Buxar TPP to Tamil Nadu. The order recomputes entitlements across stations such as Farakka I&II (1,600 MW), Kahalgaon-II (1,500 MW) and Barh-I (1,980 MW) for beneficiary states including Bihar, Jharkhand and Tripura.
8ERPC strips 329.36 MW of relinquished Bihar-Farakka power from Tamil Nadu from 3 June
In an order dated 1 June 2026, ERPC discontinued the allocation of 329.36 MW to Tamil Nadu drawn from Bihar's relinquished share in NTPC Farakka STPP-I&II (1,600 MW), to take effect from 00:00 hours on 3 June 2026 per the Ministry of Power letter dated 18 February 2026. The revised allocation of Eastern Region central stations and Bhutan hydro stations reassigns the freed capacity among beneficiaries such as Bihar and Jharkhand, as set out in the accompanying annexure.
8NRPC reshuffles 80 MW from Tamil Nadu to Punjab and Haryana from June 2026
In a corrigendum dated 30 May 2026, NRPC revised the allocation of Central Generating Station power for June 2026. Following the Ministry of Power's expiry of an allocation to Tamil Nadu on 31 May 2026, 36 MW from Unchahar TPP-I was de-allocated from Tamil Nadu and given to Punjab, and 44 MW from Tanda-II STPS moved from Tamil Nadu to Haryana, both effective 00:00 hours on 1 June 2026. NLDC and UP-SLDC were directed to implement the order, with beneficiaries required to sign PPAs.
8Coal Ministry orders allottees to renew bank guarantees 7 days before expiry or face forfeiture
In a notice dated 1 June 2026, the nominated authority in the Ministry of Coal directed all coal-block allottees to submit renewed original performance bank guarantees in physical form at least seven working days before the existing guarantee expires. Citing Clause 6.1.6 of the relevant allotment agreements, the authority warned that failure to renew within the timeline may attract appropriation of 100% of the performance security, and declared the notice a standing instruction for future renewals.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8ACME Solar commissions 33.3 MW more BESS, taking total storage to 266.7 MW
ACME Solar Holdings Limited (NSE: ACMESOLAR; BSE: 544283) told the exchanges that its arm ACME Sun Power Private Limited commissioned an additional 33.333 MW / 160.512 MWh of battery energy storage system capacity at Village Badi Sid, Tehsil Bap, District Phalodi. With this, ACME Sun Power's commissioned BESS capacity reached 266.669 MW / 1,283.936 MWh, marking continued progress in the company's standalone storage build-out under the SEBI Regulation 30 disclosure framework.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8POWERGRID wins Tumkur-II RE transmission SPV to evacuate 2.7 GW of Karnataka renewables
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (BSE: 532898; NSE: POWERGRID) informed the exchanges on 29 May 2026 that, as the successful TBCB bidder, it acquired Tumkur II RE Transmission Limited from bid process coordinator PFC Consulting Limited on a build-own-operate-transfer basis. The SPV will establish transmission system strengthening at Tumkur-II for integration of additional RE potential of 2.7 GW, comprising a 400 kV double-circuit line in Karnataka with ICT and line-bay augmentation at the pooling station.
8Siemens completes Rs. 2,200-crore slump sale of low-voltage motors business to Innomotics
Siemens Limited (NSE: SIEMENS) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that on 1 June 2026 it completed the sale and transfer of its low-voltage motors and geared motors business, as a going concern on a slump-sale basis, to Innomotics India Private Limited for Rs. 2,200 crore (INR 22 billion). The transaction follows the slump-sale agreement dated 8 December 2025 described in the company's earlier disclosures of December 2025 and February 2026, completing a major portfolio carve-out. Details
NEWS UPDATE: TARIFF & REGULATORY ORDERS
Jun 02:
COMMISSION ORDERS (CERC/SERC)
8CERC orders BSES Yamuna to pay DVC Rs. 251 crore in four instalments to settle dues
In Petition No. 319/MP/2019 dated 31 May 2026, CERC adjudicated a payment dispute between Damodar Valley Corporation and BSES Yamuna Power Limited. DVC pegged outstanding dues as on 30 April 2022 at Rs. 351.18 crore, including Rs. 94.54 crore of late-payment surcharge, while BYPL admitted just Rs. 4.81 lakh. The Commission directed BYPL to pay DVC Rs. 251 crore in four equal instalments of Rs. 62.75 crore, anchored to the Supreme Court's disposal of W.P.(C) No. 105 of 2014.
8CERC clears NTPC's Pakri Barwadih coal input price for the 2019-2024 supply period
In Petition No. 60/MP/2022 dated 26 May 2026, CERC took up NTPC Limited's plea against Bihar's BSPHCL and DISCOMs to determine the input price of coal from the Pakri Barwadih mine for 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2024. The Commission examined the revised mining plan approved on 21 September 2023, the 15 MTPA peak rated capacity sanctioned by the Ministry of Coal in 2006, and recovery of liquidated damages of Rs. 23.62 per tonne from the mine developer-cum-operator in fixing the price.
8CERC disposes POWERGRID plea on de-capitalised assets; unrecovered depreciation near Rs. 28 crore
In Petition No. 61/MP/2022 dated 1 June 2026, CERC addressed POWERGRID's case on the de-capitalisation of transmission assets taken out of use during technical upgradation or modification. While counsel initially cited an exposure of around Rs. 250 crore, the Commission noted total unrecovered depreciation for 2019-24 at about Rs. 28 crore and held that depreciation be allowed at applicable rates for assets replaced under approved schemes, disposing of the petition on those terms.
8CERC approves Rs. 360-crore security interest for Solapur Transmission's 1,500 MW RE link
In Petition No. 147/MP/2026 dated 30 May 2026, CERC permitted Solapur Transmission Limited to create a security interest of Rs. 360 crore over its movable and immovable assets in favour of Axis Trustee Services Limited, acting as security trustee for the project's lenders. The approval, under Sections 17(3) and 17(4) of the Electricity Act, 2003, covers the company's transmission scheme for evacuating 1,500 MW of renewable energy, and the petition was disposed of on those terms.
8UERC trims Greenko Budhil's 70 MW hydro charges to Rs. 69.87 crore for FY27
In an order dated 27 May 2026, UERC decided the true-up for FY25, annual performance review for FY26 and ARR for FY27 of Greenko Budhil Hydro Power Private Limited's 70 MW hydro project, which supplies power to UPCL under a PPA. The Commission approved trued-up annual fixed charges of Rs. 98.19 crore for FY25 after sharing of gains and losses, and set the net annual fixed charge for FY27 at Rs. 69.87 crore, along with the applicable capacity and energy charge rates.
8HESCOM to levy 35 paise per unit fuel surcharge in June 2026 as cost rises Rs. 53.25 crore
Under an FPPCA order dated 30 May 2026, Hubli Electricity Supply Company Limited (HESCOM) will collect 35 paise per unit from all consumer categories in June 2026. The charge follows a Rs. 53.25 crore increase, including the Z-factor, in HESCOM's power-purchase cost for April 2026 over the level approved in its tariff order. The amount was computed using the formula notified in the KERC (FPPCA) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2023, and applies across the utility's distribution area.
OMBUDSMAN & CONSUMER GRIEVANCE
8Uttarakhand ombudsman upholds UPCL denial of new society connection over Rs. 40,950 dues
The Electricity Ombudsman, Uttarakhand, dismissed Representation No. 11/2026 by Ram Singh Gussain of Kailash Vihar, Nainital, in an award dated 29 May 2026, upholding the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum, Haldwani's order of 16 January 2026. UPCL had declined a fresh connection in a society where an earlier connection had been temporarily disconnected on 16 September 2025 over outstanding dues of Rs. 40,950; the ombudsman held the forum's order was liable to be upheld and dismissed the petition.
8Uttarakhand ombudsman backs UPCL's 40 kW load billing in Rs. 2.62 lakh Dehradun dispute
The Electricity Ombudsman, Uttarakhand, dismissed Representation No. 05/2026 by Sushila Singh of Dehradun in an award dated 29 May 2026, upholding the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum, Garhwal Zone's order of 29 December 2025. The ombudsman held that UPCL had rightly billed for the enhanced contracted load of 40 kW effective 9 October 2024, with ledger dues totalling Rs. 2,62,206 after adding January, February and March bills, and vacated the interim stay granted on 17 February 2026.
8Uttarakhand ombudsman orders UPCL to act on Mukteshwar cottage-owner's connection plea
In an award dated 29 May 2026, the Electricity Ombudsman, Uttarakhand, allowed Representation No. 63/2025 by Swati Sinha of Mukteshwar, Nainital, setting aside the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum, Haldwani's order of 28 November 2025. The dispute arose where a developer had applied for a 100 KVA transformer single-point bulk supply for around 18 cottages; the ombudsman found the petitioner, who held a domestic connection since 2022, was entitled to relief and directed the respondents to act accordingly.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8CERC grants Datta Power Infra extended financial-closure timeline for 162 MW hybrid
In Petition No. 1015/MP/2025 with IA No. 5/2026 dated 31 May 2026, CERC allowed Datta Power Infra Private Limited's plea against CTUIL and SJVN for an extension of the financial-closure timeline and connectivity start date for its 162 MW ISTS-connected wind-solar hybrid project. The Commission aligned the financial-closure deadline with a tentative scheduled commercial operation date of November 2027 and directed CTUIL to process pending final connectivity grants prudently in future cases.
8RKM Powergen withdraws CERC petition over FGD change-in-law claim for 360 MW UP plant
In Petition No. 191/MP/2024 dated 1 June 2026, R.K.M. Powergen Private Limited had sought a change-in-law declaration over the Ministry of Power's 7 December 2016 notification mandating flue gas desulphurisation systems, and in-principle approval of the estimated installation cost under its PPA with Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited for its 360 MW plant. CERC ultimately disposed of the petition as withdrawn, leaving the FGD cost-recovery claim to be pursued separately.
8MERC takes up STU plea for Lodha-funded 400/220 kV Ambernath GIS substation
In Case No. 88 of 2026 dated 1 June 2026, MERC examined the Maharashtra State Transmission Utility's petition seeking approval to develop the proposed 400/220 kV gas-insulated Ambernath substation under the dedicated distribution facility framework, with recovery of operation and maintenance expenses from Lodha Developers Limited for the life of the asset. Filed under Sections 86 and 39 of the Electricity Act, 2003, the case weighs whether the STU or Lodha should execute the project, with MSETCL as co-respondent.
8UPERC admits Lucknow residents' petition against transmission-tower alignment
In an order dated 1 June 2026 in Petition No. 2374 of 2026, UPERC admitted a revision filed under Rule 3(3) of the Works of Licensees Rules, 2006 by Naresh Kumar Yadav and Pankaj Yadav of Lucknow. The petition, filed pursuant to a High Court of Allahabad direction dated 30 April 2026, challenges the alignment of a transmission line they say crosses their residential land, and the Commission directed the District Magistrate, Lucknow and UPPTCL to file a detailed reply within one week.
8GERC reserves order on Juniper Green Beam's 50 MW Gujarat wind COD-extension plea
In a daily order dated 1 June 2026 in Petition No. 2531 of 2025, GERC heard Juniper Green Beam Private Limited's plea against Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited for extension of the scheduled commercial operation date of its 50 MW wind project under a PPA dated 10 May 2023, citing force-majeure events. The Commission gave the petitioner one week to clarify the net force-majeure impact, land-allotment delay and a claimed 63-day right-of-way delay, and reserved the matter for final order.
8GERC reserves order on Juniper Green Kite's 70 MW wind project COD extension
In a daily order dated 1 June 2026 in Petition No. 2532 of 2025, GERC took up Juniper Green Kite Private Limited's plea against Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited seeking extension of the scheduled commercial operation date for its 70 MW Gujarat wind project under a PPA dated 8 February 2024, on force-majeure grounds. The petitioner was granted one week to clarify the actual net force-majeure impact and right-of-way documentation for a claimed 63-day delay, with GUVNL given a week to respond. Details
8CERC orders BSES Yamuna to pay DVC Rs. 251 crore in four instalments to settle dues
In Petition No. 319/MP/2019 dated 31 May 2026, CERC adjudicated a payment dispute between Damodar Valley Corporation and BSES Yamuna Power Limited. DVC pegged outstanding dues as on 30 April 2022 at Rs. 351.18 crore, including Rs. 94.54 crore of late-payment surcharge, while BYPL admitted just Rs. 4.81 lakh. The Commission directed BYPL to pay DVC Rs. 251 crore in four equal instalments of Rs. 62.75 crore, anchored to the Supreme Court's disposal of W.P.(C) No. 105 of 2014.
8CERC clears NTPC's Pakri Barwadih coal input price for the 2019-2024 supply period
In Petition No. 60/MP/2022 dated 26 May 2026, CERC took up NTPC Limited's plea against Bihar's BSPHCL and DISCOMs to determine the input price of coal from the Pakri Barwadih mine for 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2024. The Commission examined the revised mining plan approved on 21 September 2023, the 15 MTPA peak rated capacity sanctioned by the Ministry of Coal in 2006, and recovery of liquidated damages of Rs. 23.62 per tonne from the mine developer-cum-operator in fixing the price.
8CERC disposes POWERGRID plea on de-capitalised assets; unrecovered depreciation near Rs. 28 crore
In Petition No. 61/MP/2022 dated 1 June 2026, CERC addressed POWERGRID's case on the de-capitalisation of transmission assets taken out of use during technical upgradation or modification. While counsel initially cited an exposure of around Rs. 250 crore, the Commission noted total unrecovered depreciation for 2019-24 at about Rs. 28 crore and held that depreciation be allowed at applicable rates for assets replaced under approved schemes, disposing of the petition on those terms.
8CERC approves Rs. 360-crore security interest for Solapur Transmission's 1,500 MW RE link
In Petition No. 147/MP/2026 dated 30 May 2026, CERC permitted Solapur Transmission Limited to create a security interest of Rs. 360 crore over its movable and immovable assets in favour of Axis Trustee Services Limited, acting as security trustee for the project's lenders. The approval, under Sections 17(3) and 17(4) of the Electricity Act, 2003, covers the company's transmission scheme for evacuating 1,500 MW of renewable energy, and the petition was disposed of on those terms.
8UERC trims Greenko Budhil's 70 MW hydro charges to Rs. 69.87 crore for FY27
In an order dated 27 May 2026, UERC decided the true-up for FY25, annual performance review for FY26 and ARR for FY27 of Greenko Budhil Hydro Power Private Limited's 70 MW hydro project, which supplies power to UPCL under a PPA. The Commission approved trued-up annual fixed charges of Rs. 98.19 crore for FY25 after sharing of gains and losses, and set the net annual fixed charge for FY27 at Rs. 69.87 crore, along with the applicable capacity and energy charge rates.
8HESCOM to levy 35 paise per unit fuel surcharge in June 2026 as cost rises Rs. 53.25 crore
Under an FPPCA order dated 30 May 2026, Hubli Electricity Supply Company Limited (HESCOM) will collect 35 paise per unit from all consumer categories in June 2026. The charge follows a Rs. 53.25 crore increase, including the Z-factor, in HESCOM's power-purchase cost for April 2026 over the level approved in its tariff order. The amount was computed using the formula notified in the KERC (FPPCA) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2023, and applies across the utility's distribution area.
OMBUDSMAN & CONSUMER GRIEVANCE
8Uttarakhand ombudsman upholds UPCL denial of new society connection over Rs. 40,950 dues
The Electricity Ombudsman, Uttarakhand, dismissed Representation No. 11/2026 by Ram Singh Gussain of Kailash Vihar, Nainital, in an award dated 29 May 2026, upholding the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum, Haldwani's order of 16 January 2026. UPCL had declined a fresh connection in a society where an earlier connection had been temporarily disconnected on 16 September 2025 over outstanding dues of Rs. 40,950; the ombudsman held the forum's order was liable to be upheld and dismissed the petition.
8Uttarakhand ombudsman backs UPCL's 40 kW load billing in Rs. 2.62 lakh Dehradun dispute
The Electricity Ombudsman, Uttarakhand, dismissed Representation No. 05/2026 by Sushila Singh of Dehradun in an award dated 29 May 2026, upholding the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum, Garhwal Zone's order of 29 December 2025. The ombudsman held that UPCL had rightly billed for the enhanced contracted load of 40 kW effective 9 October 2024, with ledger dues totalling Rs. 2,62,206 after adding January, February and March bills, and vacated the interim stay granted on 17 February 2026.
8Uttarakhand ombudsman orders UPCL to act on Mukteshwar cottage-owner's connection plea
In an award dated 29 May 2026, the Electricity Ombudsman, Uttarakhand, allowed Representation No. 63/2025 by Swati Sinha of Mukteshwar, Nainital, setting aside the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum, Haldwani's order of 28 November 2025. The dispute arose where a developer had applied for a 100 KVA transformer single-point bulk supply for around 18 cottages; the ombudsman found the petitioner, who held a domestic connection since 2022, was entitled to relief and directed the respondents to act accordingly.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8CERC grants Datta Power Infra extended financial-closure timeline for 162 MW hybrid
In Petition No. 1015/MP/2025 with IA No. 5/2026 dated 31 May 2026, CERC allowed Datta Power Infra Private Limited's plea against CTUIL and SJVN for an extension of the financial-closure timeline and connectivity start date for its 162 MW ISTS-connected wind-solar hybrid project. The Commission aligned the financial-closure deadline with a tentative scheduled commercial operation date of November 2027 and directed CTUIL to process pending final connectivity grants prudently in future cases.
8RKM Powergen withdraws CERC petition over FGD change-in-law claim for 360 MW UP plant
In Petition No. 191/MP/2024 dated 1 June 2026, R.K.M. Powergen Private Limited had sought a change-in-law declaration over the Ministry of Power's 7 December 2016 notification mandating flue gas desulphurisation systems, and in-principle approval of the estimated installation cost under its PPA with Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited for its 360 MW plant. CERC ultimately disposed of the petition as withdrawn, leaving the FGD cost-recovery claim to be pursued separately.
8MERC takes up STU plea for Lodha-funded 400/220 kV Ambernath GIS substation
In Case No. 88 of 2026 dated 1 June 2026, MERC examined the Maharashtra State Transmission Utility's petition seeking approval to develop the proposed 400/220 kV gas-insulated Ambernath substation under the dedicated distribution facility framework, with recovery of operation and maintenance expenses from Lodha Developers Limited for the life of the asset. Filed under Sections 86 and 39 of the Electricity Act, 2003, the case weighs whether the STU or Lodha should execute the project, with MSETCL as co-respondent.
8UPERC admits Lucknow residents' petition against transmission-tower alignment
In an order dated 1 June 2026 in Petition No. 2374 of 2026, UPERC admitted a revision filed under Rule 3(3) of the Works of Licensees Rules, 2006 by Naresh Kumar Yadav and Pankaj Yadav of Lucknow. The petition, filed pursuant to a High Court of Allahabad direction dated 30 April 2026, challenges the alignment of a transmission line they say crosses their residential land, and the Commission directed the District Magistrate, Lucknow and UPPTCL to file a detailed reply within one week.
8GERC reserves order on Juniper Green Beam's 50 MW Gujarat wind COD-extension plea
In a daily order dated 1 June 2026 in Petition No. 2531 of 2025, GERC heard Juniper Green Beam Private Limited's plea against Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited for extension of the scheduled commercial operation date of its 50 MW wind project under a PPA dated 10 May 2023, citing force-majeure events. The Commission gave the petitioner one week to clarify the net force-majeure impact, land-allotment delay and a claimed 63-day right-of-way delay, and reserved the matter for final order.
8GERC reserves order on Juniper Green Kite's 70 MW wind project COD extension
In a daily order dated 1 June 2026 in Petition No. 2532 of 2025, GERC took up Juniper Green Kite Private Limited's plea against Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited seeking extension of the scheduled commercial operation date for its 70 MW Gujarat wind project under a PPA dated 8 February 2024, on force-majeure grounds. The petitioner was granted one week to clarify the actual net force-majeure impact and right-of-way documentation for a claimed 63-day delay, with GUVNL given a week to respond. Details
NEWS UPDATE: FINANCIAL RESULTS & CORPORATE PERFORMANCE
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QUARTERLY RESULTS
8Ola Electric narrows FY26 loss before tax to Rs. 1,829 crore on Rs. 2,460-crore income
Ola Electric Mobility Limited (NSE: OLAELEC; BSE: 544225) submitted its audited consolidated financial statements for FY26, approved by the Board on 20 May 2026. The results show total income of Rs. 2,460 crore and a loss before tax of Rs. 1,829 crore, narrowing from the prior year's Rs. 2,276 crore loss. Auditors noted accumulated losses and management's reliance on projected future cash flows, including Rs. 1,030 crore of cited items, in assessing the going-concern position.
8Supreme Power Equipment posts Rs. 182.10-crore FY26 income, lifts capacity to 9,000 MVA
Supreme Power Equipment Limited (NSE: SUPREMEPWR) reported FY26 total income of Rs. 182.10 crore, EBITDA of Rs. 33.29 crore and net profit of Rs. 20.44 crore in its H2 FY26 investor presentation under SEBI Regulation 30. The transformer maker raised annual manufacturing capacity from 2,500 MVA to 9,000 MVA during the year and pointed to an order book of over Rs. 588.17 crore, bolstered by orders from Karnataka EPC firms, Kerala State Electricity Board and the Tamil Nadu DISCOM.
8Ola Electric registers 15,139 units in May 2026, up 23% month-on-month
Ola Electric Mobility Limited (NSE: OLAELEC; BSE: 544225) issued a press release on 1 June 2026 reporting 15,139 vehicle registrations in May 2026, up 23% from 12,323 units in April, a pace it said outpaced the broader two-wheeler EV industry. The monthly registrations data, disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30, points to a sequential recovery in deliveries for the electric-scooter maker as it works to stabilise volumes alongside its FY26 results released the same week.
ANNUAL RESULTS
8HVPNL files audited FY26 results, with wheeling revenue from DHBVNL at Rs. 1,335.68 crore
Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL) submitted audited FY26 fourth-quarter results to BSE under SEBI Regulation 52. Income from wheeling of power to DHBVNL was Rs. 1,335.68 crore and to UHBVNL Rs. 1,113.05 crore, alongside Rs. 9.43 crore from TPTCL. The statement also showed revenue from BBMB power sales of Rs. 255.73 crore and common-pool sales of Rs. 111.25 crore, with other comprehensive income of Rs. 363.42 crore for the year ended 31 March 2026.
DIVIDEND & BOARD DECISIONS
8HVPNL's audited FY26 results cleared at 226th board meeting on 29 May 2026
Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL) informed BSE under SEBI Regulation 52 that its audited financial results for the fourth quarter of FY26, together with the Limited Review Report, were approved by the Board of Directors at the 226th board meeting held on 29 May 2026. The company recorded that the meeting commenced at 11:15 AM and concluded at 12:30 PM, and confirmed the results were taken on record for filing with the exchange.
8IEX incorporates wholly owned Indian Coal Exchange Limited on 1 June 2026
Indian Energy Exchange Limited (BSE: 540750; NSE: IEX) informed the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30 that it incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary, Indian Coal Exchange Limited, on 1 June 2026. The move marks IEX's formal entry into setting up a dedicated platform for coal trading alongside its established power-market businesses, broadening the exchange's commodity footprint beyond electricity and certificates.
8Adani Energy Solutions floats seven wholly owned Sunrays Step subsidiaries
Adani Energy Solutions Limited (BSE: 539254; NSE: ADANIENSOL) intimated the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30 that it has incorporated 7 wholly owned subsidiaries per MCA intimations, including Sunrays Step I Limited and Sunrays Step II Limited. The new vehicles are expected to house transmission and related project assets, extending the company's structure for building out its expanding inter-state and intra-state network portfolio.
8POWERGRID's executive director M. Q. Huda retires on superannuation from 31 May
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (BSE: 532898; NSE: POWERGRID) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that Mohammad Quamrul Huda, executive director and a senior management person one level below the Board, ceased to hold office upon superannuation with effect from 31 May 2026. The intimation, filed with BSE and NSE per the SEBI master circular dated 30 January 2026, is part of the central transmission utility's continuing senior-management disclosures.
8BSE and NSE fine POWERGRID Rs. 5.31 lakh each over Q4 board-composition lapse
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited told the exchanges that on 27 May 2026 it received notices from BSE and NSE imposing a fine of Rs. 5,31,000 inclusive of GST each for non-compliance with the board-composition requirement under Regulation 17(1) of SEBI listing rules during the quarter ended 31 March 2026. The company disclosed the action under Regulation 30 read with Schedule III, identifying both exchanges as the imposing authorities at the state-run transmission major.
8KPI Green Energy allots 3,30,895 shares under its 2023 employee stock-option plan
KPI Green Energy Limited (BSE: 542323; NSE: KPIGREEN) informed the exchanges that its nomination and remuneration committee, via circular resolution, approved the allotment of 3,30,895 equity shares to eligible employees on exercise of options under the KPI Green ESOP 2023 scheme, disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30. The allotment marginally expands the renewable developer's equity base as it continues to scale its solar and hybrid project portfolio across Gujarat and other states.
8KP Energy issues 2,02,258 shares to staff under its ESOP 2023 plan
KP Energy Limited disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that its compensation committee, through a circular resolution dated 1 June 2026, approved the allotment of 2,02,258 equity shares of Rs. 5 face value to eligible employees on the exercise of options under the KP Energy ESOP 2023 scheme. The routine equity issuance modestly enlarges the wind-focused developer's share capital as it pursues balance-of-plant and project-development work in the renewable sector.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Hitachi Energy India enters FY27 with a record Rs. 29,555-crore order backlog
Hitachi Energy India Limited (BSE: 543187; NSE: POWERINDIA) released the transcript of its analyst and investor call held on 26 May 2026, flagging a record order backlog of Rs. 29,555 crore as of 31 March 2026 that provides multi-year revenue visibility. Management highlighted sustained growth momentum from FY25, 100% renewable energy in its operations and an 11% reduction against its water-use targets, while pointing to strong long-term growth in India's electricity demand over the coming decade.
8GE Vernova T&D India touts HVDC wins of 2.5 GW Khavda and 1 GW Chandrapur in FY26 deck
GE Vernova T&D India Limited (BSE: 522275; NSE: GVT&D), formerly GE T&D India, issued an investor presentation underscoring its push into high-voltage transmission. The deck reports wins including a 2.5 GW Khavda VSC project and a 1 GW Chandrapur HVDC link, the commissioning of the 6 GW Champa system, and a product range spanning compact GIS for 72.5 kV and instrument transformers up to 800 kV, as the company expands lean manufacturing and capex.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure flags 11.5% jump in India power capex at FY26 call
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited (BSE: 534139; NSE: SCHNEIDER) filed the transcript of its earnings call held on 29 May 2026 on its audited results for the quarter and year ended 31 March 2026. Management noted that government capex on the power sector is rolling out about 11.5% higher than last year at around Rs. 12.2 lakh crore, with central power utilities planning roughly 20% higher financial outlays in FY27, even as transmission losses still hover around 7%.
8IEX, JSW Energy, Genus Power and Triveni Turbine line up analyst meets under Regulation 30
Several listed power-sector companies filed SEBI Regulation 30 intimations on 1 June 2026 notifying schedules of analyst and institutional-investor meetings. These included Indian Energy Exchange, JSW Energy Limited (BSE: 533148), Genus Power Infrastructures Limited (NSE: GENUSPOWER) and Triveni Turbine Limited, with one engagement billed as the 'India Rising: The Next' in-person conference. The companies noted the schedules could change due to participant exigencies, per the listing-disclosure requirements.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICRA upside aside, ICICI Securities keeps buy on IREDA with Rs. 180 target as AUM hits Rs. 93,069 crore
ICICI Securities reiterated a buy on IREDA Limited in a Q4 FY26 result update dated 1 June 2026, with a 12-month target price of Rs. 180 against a market price of Rs. 133, implying 35% upside. The renewable-financing NBFC's assets under management grew about 22% year-on-year to Rs. 93,069 crore, net interest income rose 18.5% to Rs. 897 crore, and PAT slipped 1.8% to Rs. 493 crore amid elevated provisioning of Rs. 215 crore.
8CareEdge upgrades Ayana Renewable Power Three to AA- on Rs. 1,260-crore facilities
CARE Ratings upgraded Ayana Renewable Power Three Private Limited's long-term bank facilities of Rs. 48.00 crore and long-term/short-term facilities of Rs. 1,212.00 crore to CARE AA-; Stable / CARE A1+ from CARE A+; Stable on 1 June 2026, while assigning a provisional CARE AA+; Stable to Rs. 1,270.00 crore of facilities. The entity sits in the Ayana RG-2 pool, part of a developer with a 2.3 GW portfolio and combined pool indebtedness capped at Rs. 3,390 crore.
8CareEdge withdraws SAEL Solar MFG's BBB-/A3 ratings after 18-month run of 300 MW line
CARE Ratings reaffirmed and then withdrew its CARE BBB-; Stable / CARE A3 ratings on the bank facilities of SAEL Solar MFG Private Limited on 1 June 2026, acting at the company's request and on a no-objection certificate from its lenders. The reaffirmation reflected a satisfactory track record of over 18 months for the firm's 300 MW solar PV module capacity, commissioned in phases between July and December 2024, though the capacity utilisation factor remained moderate at about 40%.
8CareEdge assigns Project Twelve Renewable Power provisional AA+ for Rs. 974.5 crore
CARE Ratings assigned provisional CARE AA+; Stable and CARE AA+; Stable / CARE A1+ ratings to Rs. 960.00 crore of long-term and Rs. 14.50 crore of long-term/short-term bank facilities of Project Twelve Renewable Power Private Limited on 1 June 2026. The rating uses a combined approach for the Ayana RG-2 pool, backed by parent Ayana Renewable Power's 2.3 GW portfolio, with the proposed restricted group operating 740 MW of plants and pool debt not exceeding Rs. 3,390 crore.
8CareEdge reaffirms Bhadla Renewable Power at AA, assigns provisional AA+ on Rs. 158 crore
CARE Ratings reaffirmed CARE AA; Stable on Rs. 150.43 crore of Bhadla Renewable Power Private Limited's long-term bank facilities and assigned provisional CARE AA+; Stable / CARE A1+ to Rs. 155.00 crore and Rs. 3.10 crore of facilities on 1 June 2026. As with the other Ayana RG-2 entities, the rating draws on parent Ayana Renewable Power's 2.3 GW diversified portfolio and a restricted-group structure operating 740 MW of plants, with combined pool indebtedness capped at Rs. 3,390 crore.
8Borosil Renewables flags Rs. 13.30-crore customs show-cause notice over duties
Borosil Renewables Limited (BSE: 502219; NSE: BORORENEW) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that it received a show-cause notice dated 15 May 2026 under the Customs Act, 1962 from the Commissioner of Customs at Nhava Sheva, Raigad, Maharashtra, alleging short payment of customs duties of Rs. 13.30 crore. The notice relates to the solar-glass maker's import consignments and is subject to adjudication, and was disclosed as a material development to the exchanges. Details
8Ola Electric narrows FY26 loss before tax to Rs. 1,829 crore on Rs. 2,460-crore income
Ola Electric Mobility Limited (NSE: OLAELEC; BSE: 544225) submitted its audited consolidated financial statements for FY26, approved by the Board on 20 May 2026. The results show total income of Rs. 2,460 crore and a loss before tax of Rs. 1,829 crore, narrowing from the prior year's Rs. 2,276 crore loss. Auditors noted accumulated losses and management's reliance on projected future cash flows, including Rs. 1,030 crore of cited items, in assessing the going-concern position.
8Supreme Power Equipment posts Rs. 182.10-crore FY26 income, lifts capacity to 9,000 MVA
Supreme Power Equipment Limited (NSE: SUPREMEPWR) reported FY26 total income of Rs. 182.10 crore, EBITDA of Rs. 33.29 crore and net profit of Rs. 20.44 crore in its H2 FY26 investor presentation under SEBI Regulation 30. The transformer maker raised annual manufacturing capacity from 2,500 MVA to 9,000 MVA during the year and pointed to an order book of over Rs. 588.17 crore, bolstered by orders from Karnataka EPC firms, Kerala State Electricity Board and the Tamil Nadu DISCOM.
8Ola Electric registers 15,139 units in May 2026, up 23% month-on-month
Ola Electric Mobility Limited (NSE: OLAELEC; BSE: 544225) issued a press release on 1 June 2026 reporting 15,139 vehicle registrations in May 2026, up 23% from 12,323 units in April, a pace it said outpaced the broader two-wheeler EV industry. The monthly registrations data, disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30, points to a sequential recovery in deliveries for the electric-scooter maker as it works to stabilise volumes alongside its FY26 results released the same week.
ANNUAL RESULTS
8HVPNL files audited FY26 results, with wheeling revenue from DHBVNL at Rs. 1,335.68 crore
Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL) submitted audited FY26 fourth-quarter results to BSE under SEBI Regulation 52. Income from wheeling of power to DHBVNL was Rs. 1,335.68 crore and to UHBVNL Rs. 1,113.05 crore, alongside Rs. 9.43 crore from TPTCL. The statement also showed revenue from BBMB power sales of Rs. 255.73 crore and common-pool sales of Rs. 111.25 crore, with other comprehensive income of Rs. 363.42 crore for the year ended 31 March 2026.
DIVIDEND & BOARD DECISIONS
8HVPNL's audited FY26 results cleared at 226th board meeting on 29 May 2026
Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited (HVPNL) informed BSE under SEBI Regulation 52 that its audited financial results for the fourth quarter of FY26, together with the Limited Review Report, were approved by the Board of Directors at the 226th board meeting held on 29 May 2026. The company recorded that the meeting commenced at 11:15 AM and concluded at 12:30 PM, and confirmed the results were taken on record for filing with the exchange.
8IEX incorporates wholly owned Indian Coal Exchange Limited on 1 June 2026
Indian Energy Exchange Limited (BSE: 540750; NSE: IEX) informed the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30 that it incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary, Indian Coal Exchange Limited, on 1 June 2026. The move marks IEX's formal entry into setting up a dedicated platform for coal trading alongside its established power-market businesses, broadening the exchange's commodity footprint beyond electricity and certificates.
8Adani Energy Solutions floats seven wholly owned Sunrays Step subsidiaries
Adani Energy Solutions Limited (BSE: 539254; NSE: ADANIENSOL) intimated the exchanges under SEBI Regulation 30 that it has incorporated 7 wholly owned subsidiaries per MCA intimations, including Sunrays Step I Limited and Sunrays Step II Limited. The new vehicles are expected to house transmission and related project assets, extending the company's structure for building out its expanding inter-state and intra-state network portfolio.
8POWERGRID's executive director M. Q. Huda retires on superannuation from 31 May
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (BSE: 532898; NSE: POWERGRID) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that Mohammad Quamrul Huda, executive director and a senior management person one level below the Board, ceased to hold office upon superannuation with effect from 31 May 2026. The intimation, filed with BSE and NSE per the SEBI master circular dated 30 January 2026, is part of the central transmission utility's continuing senior-management disclosures.
8BSE and NSE fine POWERGRID Rs. 5.31 lakh each over Q4 board-composition lapse
Power Grid Corporation of India Limited told the exchanges that on 27 May 2026 it received notices from BSE and NSE imposing a fine of Rs. 5,31,000 inclusive of GST each for non-compliance with the board-composition requirement under Regulation 17(1) of SEBI listing rules during the quarter ended 31 March 2026. The company disclosed the action under Regulation 30 read with Schedule III, identifying both exchanges as the imposing authorities at the state-run transmission major.
8KPI Green Energy allots 3,30,895 shares under its 2023 employee stock-option plan
KPI Green Energy Limited (BSE: 542323; NSE: KPIGREEN) informed the exchanges that its nomination and remuneration committee, via circular resolution, approved the allotment of 3,30,895 equity shares to eligible employees on exercise of options under the KPI Green ESOP 2023 scheme, disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30. The allotment marginally expands the renewable developer's equity base as it continues to scale its solar and hybrid project portfolio across Gujarat and other states.
8KP Energy issues 2,02,258 shares to staff under its ESOP 2023 plan
KP Energy Limited disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that its compensation committee, through a circular resolution dated 1 June 2026, approved the allotment of 2,02,258 equity shares of Rs. 5 face value to eligible employees on the exercise of options under the KP Energy ESOP 2023 scheme. The routine equity issuance modestly enlarges the wind-focused developer's share capital as it pursues balance-of-plant and project-development work in the renewable sector.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Hitachi Energy India enters FY27 with a record Rs. 29,555-crore order backlog
Hitachi Energy India Limited (BSE: 543187; NSE: POWERINDIA) released the transcript of its analyst and investor call held on 26 May 2026, flagging a record order backlog of Rs. 29,555 crore as of 31 March 2026 that provides multi-year revenue visibility. Management highlighted sustained growth momentum from FY25, 100% renewable energy in its operations and an 11% reduction against its water-use targets, while pointing to strong long-term growth in India's electricity demand over the coming decade.
8GE Vernova T&D India touts HVDC wins of 2.5 GW Khavda and 1 GW Chandrapur in FY26 deck
GE Vernova T&D India Limited (BSE: 522275; NSE: GVT&D), formerly GE T&D India, issued an investor presentation underscoring its push into high-voltage transmission. The deck reports wins including a 2.5 GW Khavda VSC project and a 1 GW Chandrapur HVDC link, the commissioning of the 6 GW Champa system, and a product range spanning compact GIS for 72.5 kV and instrument transformers up to 800 kV, as the company expands lean manufacturing and capex.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure flags 11.5% jump in India power capex at FY26 call
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited (BSE: 534139; NSE: SCHNEIDER) filed the transcript of its earnings call held on 29 May 2026 on its audited results for the quarter and year ended 31 March 2026. Management noted that government capex on the power sector is rolling out about 11.5% higher than last year at around Rs. 12.2 lakh crore, with central power utilities planning roughly 20% higher financial outlays in FY27, even as transmission losses still hover around 7%.
8IEX, JSW Energy, Genus Power and Triveni Turbine line up analyst meets under Regulation 30
Several listed power-sector companies filed SEBI Regulation 30 intimations on 1 June 2026 notifying schedules of analyst and institutional-investor meetings. These included Indian Energy Exchange, JSW Energy Limited (BSE: 533148), Genus Power Infrastructures Limited (NSE: GENUSPOWER) and Triveni Turbine Limited, with one engagement billed as the 'India Rising: The Next' in-person conference. The companies noted the schedules could change due to participant exigencies, per the listing-disclosure requirements.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICRA upside aside, ICICI Securities keeps buy on IREDA with Rs. 180 target as AUM hits Rs. 93,069 crore
ICICI Securities reiterated a buy on IREDA Limited in a Q4 FY26 result update dated 1 June 2026, with a 12-month target price of Rs. 180 against a market price of Rs. 133, implying 35% upside. The renewable-financing NBFC's assets under management grew about 22% year-on-year to Rs. 93,069 crore, net interest income rose 18.5% to Rs. 897 crore, and PAT slipped 1.8% to Rs. 493 crore amid elevated provisioning of Rs. 215 crore.
8CareEdge upgrades Ayana Renewable Power Three to AA- on Rs. 1,260-crore facilities
CARE Ratings upgraded Ayana Renewable Power Three Private Limited's long-term bank facilities of Rs. 48.00 crore and long-term/short-term facilities of Rs. 1,212.00 crore to CARE AA-; Stable / CARE A1+ from CARE A+; Stable on 1 June 2026, while assigning a provisional CARE AA+; Stable to Rs. 1,270.00 crore of facilities. The entity sits in the Ayana RG-2 pool, part of a developer with a 2.3 GW portfolio and combined pool indebtedness capped at Rs. 3,390 crore.
8CareEdge withdraws SAEL Solar MFG's BBB-/A3 ratings after 18-month run of 300 MW line
CARE Ratings reaffirmed and then withdrew its CARE BBB-; Stable / CARE A3 ratings on the bank facilities of SAEL Solar MFG Private Limited on 1 June 2026, acting at the company's request and on a no-objection certificate from its lenders. The reaffirmation reflected a satisfactory track record of over 18 months for the firm's 300 MW solar PV module capacity, commissioned in phases between July and December 2024, though the capacity utilisation factor remained moderate at about 40%.
8CareEdge assigns Project Twelve Renewable Power provisional AA+ for Rs. 974.5 crore
CARE Ratings assigned provisional CARE AA+; Stable and CARE AA+; Stable / CARE A1+ ratings to Rs. 960.00 crore of long-term and Rs. 14.50 crore of long-term/short-term bank facilities of Project Twelve Renewable Power Private Limited on 1 June 2026. The rating uses a combined approach for the Ayana RG-2 pool, backed by parent Ayana Renewable Power's 2.3 GW portfolio, with the proposed restricted group operating 740 MW of plants and pool debt not exceeding Rs. 3,390 crore.
8CareEdge reaffirms Bhadla Renewable Power at AA, assigns provisional AA+ on Rs. 158 crore
CARE Ratings reaffirmed CARE AA; Stable on Rs. 150.43 crore of Bhadla Renewable Power Private Limited's long-term bank facilities and assigned provisional CARE AA+; Stable / CARE A1+ to Rs. 155.00 crore and Rs. 3.10 crore of facilities on 1 June 2026. As with the other Ayana RG-2 entities, the rating draws on parent Ayana Renewable Power's 2.3 GW diversified portfolio and a restricted-group structure operating 740 MW of plants, with combined pool indebtedness capped at Rs. 3,390 crore.
8Borosil Renewables flags Rs. 13.30-crore customs show-cause notice over duties
Borosil Renewables Limited (BSE: 502219; NSE: BORORENEW) disclosed under SEBI Regulation 30 that it received a show-cause notice dated 15 May 2026 under the Customs Act, 1962 from the Commissioner of Customs at Nhava Sheva, Raigad, Maharashtra, alleging short payment of customs duties of Rs. 13.30 crore. The notice relates to the solar-glass maker's import consignments and is subject to adjudication, and was disclosed as a material development to the exchanges. Details
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8Tender for construction of 132 kV bay work for at 220 kV GSS Details
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8Tender for modification in existing 2X30/36 MVA, 132/33 kV substation Details
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8Tender for renovation of power house Details
8Tender for erection work of main bus II along Details
8Tender for erection, maintenance and dismantling work of overhead HT/LT line Details
8Tender for work of laying of 11kV XLPE cable Details
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8Tender for annual running contract for preventive/routine and breakdown maintenance of electrical system Details
8Tender for procurement of different types of PA,FD,ID FAN bearings Details
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8Tender for supply of GI pipe 150mm B grade Details
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8Tender for work of shifting of 11 kV line Details
8Tender for work of doing MRI of solar power plant 20 KW Details
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8Tender for reconductoring LT line Details
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8Tender for interlinking feeder Details
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8Tender for outsourcing work of erection, testing and commissioning of additional 2 no. 20 MVA power transformers at 66 kV sub station Details
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8Tender for work of mechanical strengthening and stub strengthening of 66kV line Details
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8After Coal India, Central Bank divestments, govt taps NHPC for up to 6% stake sale Details
8Coal India reports 10% drop in production as high coal inventory weighs on output Details
8Coal India E-Auction: 36% Premium in May Details
8Bharat Coking Coal shares fall over 6% after weak May business update Details
8NLCIL and Reliance Industries Sign Agreement to Develop Underground Lignite Gasification Project in Gujarat Details
8SECL partners CWC to reshape coal logistics Details
8TTDI delivers 132kV m-GIS system to POWERGRID Details
8India’s power consumption grows 11.55% to 164.98 billion units in May Details
8Kalpataru Projects Bags Orders Worth Rs 2,002 Crore Details
8India changes solar power rules from today, June 1, will reduce dependence on China for solar cells Details
8Solar self-reliance: Local mandate essential, but address concerns Details
819th Solar Power in India Conference I Industry Perspective: Forum of CXOs Details
8The Big Solar Shift: How a new rule could impact costs and supply Details
8Why rooftop solar may get costlier despite government subsidies Details
8Installing rooftop solar panels in India New rules could make them costlier – Here’s why Details
8Top Stories Of The Day: MNRE Moves RE Extensions Online; 14,000 Punjab Solar Projects Details
8Ohmium and InSolare Partner with NLC India to Develop 4 MW Green Hydrogen Project in Tamil Nadu Details
8Invergy Launches 3 GWh BESS Gigafactory in Uttar Pradesh to Strengthen India’s Energy Storage Manufacturing Ecosystem Details
8India Mandates Domestic Solar Cells To Reduce Import Dependence; Industry Divided Details
8Solar Power rule change from June 1: No more China Solar Cells; what it means, who gets hit Details
8India Changes Solar Power Rules From June 1: Planning Rooftop Solar Panel Installation Check New Guidelines, Subsidies, Costs, Eligibility, Savings & Key Updates Details
8India Enforces New Solar Sourcing Rules to Reduce Dependence on Chinese Imports Details
8Key financial changes take effect from June 1 across India Details
8Mandatory Indian cells: How new rule could add up to Rs 15,000 to your solar budget Details
8New solar policy likely to raise installation costs across India Details
8India June Financial Update: LPG Costs and Solar Policy Shifts Details
8AP’s power sector key to India’s clean energy transition: AP Transco JMD Surya Sai Praveenchand Details
8Coal India output falls 11.6% in May even as power demand hits record high Details
8Power demand hits all-time high in May amid intense heatwave conditions Details
8Coal India’s May Production Slips 1.2% As Power Demand Surges Details
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8Tender for supply of tyres, tubes Details
8Tender for procurement of ACSR conductor with aluminium Details
8Tender for procurement of ACSR wolf conductor 150 mm sq Details
8Tender for supply of GI wire 5mm (6SWG) Details
8Tender for supply of 11kV GO switch 400Amp Details
8Tender for supply of cooling water treatment chemicals compatible with on line Details
8Tender for supply of various types of clamp for 220 kV switchyard Details
8Tender for erection, maintenance and dismantling work of overhead HT/LT line Details
8Tender for increasing capacity of 33/11 kV sub-station Details
8Tender for construction of new 33/11 kV (2x5 MVA) sub-station Details
8Tender for strengthening work of 33 kV line, strengthening work of 11 kV line Details
8Tender for work of second point installation works for distribution transformers Details
8Tender for work of strengthening of 11 kV line and replacement of worn out LT wire Details
8Tender for work of 11/0.4 kV new substation Details
8Tender for increasing capacity, add TF, 11 kV line, replacement of damage pole/conductor and protection work Details
8Tender for work of installation of additional TF (regrouping) of various capacity at various Details
8Tender for supply of miscellaneous and consumable items Details
8Tender for construction of 132 kV bay work for at 220 kV GSS Details
8Tender for construction of 132 kV M/s green grid solar bay at 132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for construction of 1 Nos. 132 kV solar bay at 220 kV GSS Details
8Tender for providing and fixing of air conditioners at 132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for construction of civil foundation for 132 kV bay at 132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for construction of civil foundation for 132 kV bay Details
8Tender for construction of 1 No 132 kV solar bay at 132 kV GSS Details
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8Tender for construction of open well and pump room Details
8Tender for modification in existing 2X30/36 MVA, 132/33 kV substation Details
8Tender for filling of earth in low lying Details
8Tender for renovation of power house Details
8Tender for erection work of main bus II along Details
8Tender for erection, maintenance and dismantling work of overhead HT/LT line Details
8Tender for work of laying of 11kV XLPE cable Details
8Tender for various maintenance work of rail table, end frame and technological/super structure Details
8Tender for work of penthouse roof restrengthening and repairing in boilers Details
8Tender for work of complete overhauling of boiler and its auxiliaries including air pre heater Details
8Tender for miscellaneous and repairing civil works Details
8Tender for supply of coal mill grinding rolls and bull ring segment mill Details
8Tender for annual running contract for preventive/routine and breakdown maintenance of electrical system Details
8Tender for procurement of different types of PA,FD,ID FAN bearings Details
8Tender for supply of panther conductor and accessories Details
8Tender for construction of 33kV dedicated line and from 132/33kV GSS Details
8Tender for construction and shifting of existing 33kV/11kV/LT OH/UG lines Details
8Tender for construction of 33 kV line for power supply Details
8Tender for supply of LHD cable, control uni, siren and junction box Details
8Tender for supply of hydrazine hydrate hydrated lime Details
8Tender for annual maintenance contract (AMC) for work of loading, unloading and transportation of EHV class materials and equipments Details
8Tender for work of annual contract for attending emergency fault & annual maintenance work at various EHV substations Details
8Tender for construction of RCC flooring development works Details
8Tender for supply of VFDs for 2125kW, 6.6 kV motor Details
8Tender for civil AMC works Details
8Tender for supply of various sizes diaphragm valves Details
8Tender for work of fabrication, erection & modification of lignite transfer chutes Details
8Tender for work of design, fabrication, erection of L-6 conveyor structure including rail alignment Details
8Tender for job contract for radiography and other NDT services Details
8Tender for construction of rotary mill repair Details
8Tender for biennial contract for housekeeping and sanitation work Details
8Tender for supply of generator air coolers for 4X75 MW Details
8Tender for supply of battery charger suitable for 30 V 100AH battery Details
8Tender for supply of GI pipe 150mm B grade Details
8Tender for supply of T.C. fuse wire 14, 16, 18 & 20 SWG Details
8Tender for supply of ISI marked HRC fuse base 200/250 Amp. Details
8Tender for procurement of various spares of LDO pump installed Details
8Tender for provision of staircases in place of existing cage ladders and painting of staircases Details
8Tender for contract for MRI work of KCC/NON KCC and solar consumers above 5 KW and bill distribution Details
8Tender for contract for MRI work of KCC/NON KCC and solar consumers Details
8Tender for work of shifting of 11 kV line Details
8Tender for work of doing MRI of solar power plant 20 KW Details
8Tender for contract for MRI work of KCC/NON KCC and solar consumers above 5 KW and bill distribution Details
8Tender for reconductoring LT line Details
8Tender for reconductoring LT line with ACSR conductor Details
8Tender for interlinking feeder Details
8Tender for supply of spares of new allenberry works make gear boxes Details
8Tender for supply of battery bank for UPS with buyback of old HBL battery bank Details
8Tender for supply of spares of ABB make SO2 and NOx gas analyzer system Details
8Tender for supply of submersible dewatering / Mud pumps Details
8Tender for supply and retrofitting of OLTC of unit auxiliary transformer Details
8Tender for supply of fluid and scoop couplings Details
8Tender for supply, installation, testing and commissioning of vaccum type gaseous chlorinator system capacity up to 20kg/hr with all accessories for pre treatment plant Details
8Tender for overhauling and refurbishment of boiler feed pump Details
8Tender for procurement of consumables for OH Details
8Tender for procurement of HDPE pipe and other material Details
8Tender for augmentation, of the sub-station capacity Details
8Tender for supply, erection, testing & commissioning 220kV LILO of existing line Details
8Tender for work of providing & fixing maintenance free earthing pits, renovation of existing earthing pits and existing earth mat (risers) at various Details
8Tender for work of annual maintenance contract (AMC) for work of repair of ABT PC monitor, installation of ABT meter Details
8Tender for procurement of 132kV cable joints for various EHV underground (UG) cables Details
8Tender for scheme for work of supply, installation, erection, testing & commissioning of additional 50MVA, 220/33kV T/F along with HV & LV bays Details
8Tender for supply of hotline tools for live line maintenance upto 400kV substations and transmission lines Details
8Tender for outsourcing work of erection, testing and commissioning of additional 2 no. 20 MVA power transformers at 66 kV sub station Details
8Tender for annual rate contract for onsite maintenance of 11/0.250 kV, 1-phase & 11/0.433 kV 3-phase distribution transformers of various Details
8Tender for work of mechanical strengthening and stub strengthening of 66kV line Details
8Tender for work of complete overhauling of various pumps installed Details
8Tender for biennial rate contract for attending running repairs, scheduled, preventive & breakdown maintenance with overhauling of 08 nos. bulldozers Details
8Tender for operation and maintenance of valves for water distribution Details
8Tender for construction of retaining wall around coal sampling room in coal plant Details
8Tender for supply of various consumables items Details
8Tender for supply of micropulveriser, jaw type coal sampler and coal sampler crusher Details
8Tender for supply and installation of air cooled AC package and buyback of existing AC package Details
8Tender for service for general civil work Details
8Tender for supply, installation, testing & commissioning of conversion of 220kV line Details
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8After Coal India, Central Bank divestments, govt taps NHPC for up to 6% stake sale Details
8Coal India reports 10% drop in production as high coal inventory weighs on output Details
8Coal India E-Auction: 36% Premium in May Details
8Bharat Coking Coal shares fall over 6% after weak May business update Details
8NLCIL and Reliance Industries Sign Agreement to Develop Underground Lignite Gasification Project in Gujarat Details
8SECL partners CWC to reshape coal logistics Details
8TTDI delivers 132kV m-GIS system to POWERGRID Details
8India’s power consumption grows 11.55% to 164.98 billion units in May Details
8Kalpataru Projects Bags Orders Worth Rs 2,002 Crore Details
8India changes solar power rules from today, June 1, will reduce dependence on China for solar cells Details
8Solar self-reliance: Local mandate essential, but address concerns Details
819th Solar Power in India Conference I Industry Perspective: Forum of CXOs Details
8The Big Solar Shift: How a new rule could impact costs and supply Details
8Why rooftop solar may get costlier despite government subsidies Details
8Installing rooftop solar panels in India New rules could make them costlier – Here’s why Details
8Top Stories Of The Day: MNRE Moves RE Extensions Online; 14,000 Punjab Solar Projects Details
8Ohmium and InSolare Partner with NLC India to Develop 4 MW Green Hydrogen Project in Tamil Nadu Details
8Invergy Launches 3 GWh BESS Gigafactory in Uttar Pradesh to Strengthen India’s Energy Storage Manufacturing Ecosystem Details
8India Mandates Domestic Solar Cells To Reduce Import Dependence; Industry Divided Details
8Solar Power rule change from June 1: No more China Solar Cells; what it means, who gets hit Details
8India Changes Solar Power Rules From June 1: Planning Rooftop Solar Panel Installation Check New Guidelines, Subsidies, Costs, Eligibility, Savings & Key Updates Details
8India Enforces New Solar Sourcing Rules to Reduce Dependence on Chinese Imports Details
8Key financial changes take effect from June 1 across India Details
8Mandatory Indian cells: How new rule could add up to Rs 15,000 to your solar budget Details
8New solar policy likely to raise installation costs across India Details
8India June Financial Update: LPG Costs and Solar Policy Shifts Details
8AP’s power sector key to India’s clean energy transition: AP Transco JMD Surya Sai Praveenchand Details
8Coal India output falls 11.6% in May even as power demand hits record high Details
8Power demand hits all-time high in May amid intense heatwave conditions Details
8Coal India’s May Production Slips 1.2% As Power Demand Surges Details
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Rs 147 crore transmission award shifts focus to execution risk
Jun 01:
8A Rs 147.32 crore transmission package covering substation augmentation and associated connectivity works has entered the execution phase under a single contract.
8Beyond the award value, the bundled scope creates a complex delivery challenge that could offer clues to future transmission procurement strategies. Details
8Beyond the award value, the bundled scope creates a complex delivery challenge that could offer clues to future transmission procurement strategies. Details
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Rs 15 million threshold remains intact as hydro tender keeps strict entry barriers
Jun 01:
8A hydroelectric package has retained its key qualification requirements despite multiple bidder requests for relaxation.
8The decision reinforces a selective participation model where technical capability and financial strength are tested well before the price competition begins. Details
8The decision reinforces a selective participation model where technical capability and financial strength are tested well before the price competition begins. Details
Rs 797 crore mining logistics package reshapes contractor dynamics
Jun 01:
8A Rs 797 crore coal logistics package is attracting attention not just for its size but for the contracting approach embedded within it.
8The structure could influence bidder participation and execution accountability, offering clues to how large mining logistics contracts may evolve going forward. Details
8The structure could influence bidder participation and execution accountability, offering clues to how large mining logistics contracts may evolve going forward. Details
Rs 465 crore logistics award highlights evolving transport procurement model
Jun 01:
8A Rs 465 crore mining logistics contract has been awarded under a structure that stands out for more than its scale.
8The commercial framework offers fresh insight into how future transport competitions may be designed and evaluated across large mining operations. Details
8The commercial framework offers fresh insight into how future transport competitions may be designed and evaluated across large mining operations. Details
Rs 300 crore logistics award signals shift in capacity allocation model
Jun 01:
8A Rs 300 crore industrial logistics contract has moved forward with a commercial structure that goes beyond conventional transportation awards.
8The framework could influence how future execution volumes are distributed, making the award mechanism as significant as the contract value itself. Details
8The framework could influence how future execution volumes are distributed, making the award mechanism as significant as the contract value itself. Details
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Jun 01:
It is easy to get month-old import data but it is difficult to solicit forthcoming shipment information in India. We go through a laborious process of data collection to get you full import information, including company-wise, quantity-wise, port-wise, vessel-wise cargoes which are coming into India in the next 15-to30 days.
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Jun 01:
8Transmission package ties contractor fate to tariff-bid outcome
A new transmission procurement has introduced a structure where the eventual construction award depends on success in a separate tariff-based competition. The model shifts part of the commercial risk onto bidders and could narrow the field well before project execution begins.
8Risk-loaded tie-up model emerges in nuclear switchyard chase
A pre-bid partnership exercise for a high-value nuclear switchyard package places pricing and exclusivity commitments on suppliers long before any award is secured. The structure leaves the final order contingent on multiple approvals while allowing the lead bidder significant flexibility to walk away, creating an unusual risk equation for potential partners.
8Mid-tender eligibility tweak changes dynamics of multi-substation package
A large turnkey transmission package combining multiple substation projects has undergone a qualification amendment after launch, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape. The revised eligibility framework, coupled with a bundled execution model, could prove more decisive than the contract value itself in determining bidder participation.
8Eligibility filters take centre stage in mega rooftop solar package
A large-scale rooftop solar procurement has aggregated thousands of sites into a single award, creating one of the sector’s more demanding execution footprints. While the project size attracts attention, the real differentiator may be the qualification thresholds that could sharply influence the depth of competition.
8Long-term performance clauses shape competition in new BESS package
A multi-thousand-MWh battery storage EPC opportunity has entered the market with stringent long-term performance commitments extending well beyond project commissioning. The capacity-retention obligations and lifecycle requirements may prove more influential than project size in determining the pool of credible bidders.
8Repeated extensions signal challenges in AI monitoring procurement
An AI-based power plant monitoring tender has received another deadline extension alongside a subtle amendment to a key commercial clause. The combination of multiple schedule revisions and targeted bid-condition changes offers clues about the market’s response to the project’s technical and contractual demands.
8Hydrogen project hides a civil-works story beneath the green label
A new hydrogen-linked package is drawing attention for its clean-energy association, but the immediate execution challenge lies largely in site-development and infrastructure works. The contrast between the project branding and the actual scope could prove critical for bidders shaping costs and deployment strategies.
8Qualification barriers emerge as key issue in township construction tender
A large residential township package has received another schedule extension, drawing attention to the eligibility requirements rather than the project value itself. The combination of stringent qualification criteria and challenging site-execution conditions could significantly influence the size and strength of the eventual bidder pool. Details
A new transmission procurement has introduced a structure where the eventual construction award depends on success in a separate tariff-based competition. The model shifts part of the commercial risk onto bidders and could narrow the field well before project execution begins.
8Risk-loaded tie-up model emerges in nuclear switchyard chase
A pre-bid partnership exercise for a high-value nuclear switchyard package places pricing and exclusivity commitments on suppliers long before any award is secured. The structure leaves the final order contingent on multiple approvals while allowing the lead bidder significant flexibility to walk away, creating an unusual risk equation for potential partners.
8Mid-tender eligibility tweak changes dynamics of multi-substation package
A large turnkey transmission package combining multiple substation projects has undergone a qualification amendment after launch, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape. The revised eligibility framework, coupled with a bundled execution model, could prove more decisive than the contract value itself in determining bidder participation.
8Eligibility filters take centre stage in mega rooftop solar package
A large-scale rooftop solar procurement has aggregated thousands of sites into a single award, creating one of the sector’s more demanding execution footprints. While the project size attracts attention, the real differentiator may be the qualification thresholds that could sharply influence the depth of competition.
8Long-term performance clauses shape competition in new BESS package
A multi-thousand-MWh battery storage EPC opportunity has entered the market with stringent long-term performance commitments extending well beyond project commissioning. The capacity-retention obligations and lifecycle requirements may prove more influential than project size in determining the pool of credible bidders.
8Repeated extensions signal challenges in AI monitoring procurement
An AI-based power plant monitoring tender has received another deadline extension alongside a subtle amendment to a key commercial clause. The combination of multiple schedule revisions and targeted bid-condition changes offers clues about the market’s response to the project’s technical and contractual demands.
8Hydrogen project hides a civil-works story beneath the green label
A new hydrogen-linked package is drawing attention for its clean-energy association, but the immediate execution challenge lies largely in site-development and infrastructure works. The contrast between the project branding and the actual scope could prove critical for bidders shaping costs and deployment strategies.
8Qualification barriers emerge as key issue in township construction tender
A large residential township package has received another schedule extension, drawing attention to the eligibility requirements rather than the project value itself. The combination of stringent qualification criteria and challenging site-execution conditions could significantly influence the size and strength of the eventual bidder pool. Details
Daily Power Sector Tenders Excel update
Jun 01:
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For reference purposes the website carries here the following tenders:
8Tender for installation, commissioning and testing of system protection scheme Details
8Tender for civil maintenance upkeeping work at various volts transmission sub stations Details
8Tender for annual maintenance contract of pumps, rotary equipments, exchangers, filters, clarifiers, injectors, valves and acid storage tanks Details
8Tender for area development work in ash handling Details
8Tender for construction of a culvert & repair of damaged bridge Details
8Tender for Lot-2a electro-mechanical works (except GSU transformer, GIS, XLPE cable and switchyard Details
8Tender for lot-III electro-mechanical works package Details
8Tender for construction of civil works of barrage and stilling basin Details
8Tender for turnkey construction of 1 (one) no. of 132/33kV, 50MVA transformer bay Details
8Tender for construction of 11 kV line and installation of 11/0.4 kV,1x25 KVA substation Details
8Tender for engagement of consultant for preparation of pre-feasibility report and DPR for setting up of 25MW/100MWh battery energy storage system Details
8Tender for work of dismantling/shifting/erection of existing equipment from existing of 220kV s/s Details
8Tender for laying of underground 11 kV XLPE cables of any rating Details
8Tender for supply of leakage current partial discharge detector kit for transmission line Details
8Tender for supply of galvanized nut bolts and spring washer Details
8Tender for supply of 03 Nos. straight through cable jointing kits for 220 kV EHV cable Details
8Tender for setting up of 12250 kW grid-connected rooftop solar PV projects Details
8Tender for supply installation and commissioning of automatic wire Details
8Tender for work of on-line leak sealing services for high pressure & high temperature steam valves, flanges, lines etc Details
8Tender for laying of underground 11 kV XLPE cables Details
8Tender for construction of control room other civil work including Details
8Tender for supply of LT robust fuse unit/switch fuse unit Details
8Tender for supply of 30V 100AH lead acid battery Details
8Tender for supply of battery charger Details
8Tender for supply of male and female contacts for 33 kV AB switch Details
8Tender for supply of male and female contacts for 11 kV AB switch Details
8Tender for supply of insulated smart connector for DTR and insulated smart connector Details
8Tender for procurement of spares of booster pump model Details
8Tender for procurement of various spares for gear boxes for 36 inch gravimetric raw coal feeder Details
8Tender for work contract for AOH COH of pressure part of boiler Details
8Tender for work contract for In situ repairing, reconditioning of separator body of 8.5 E 9 coal mills installed Details
8Tender for monitoring of electrical erection activities Details
8Tender for SITC of augmentation works Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for construction of 33 kV sub station Details
8Tender for supply of spares for pressure and DP switches Details
8Tender for supply of valves Details
8Tender for river training works at headworks for protection of water conductor Details
8Tender for HR reconductoring feeder using covered conductor Details
8Tender for transformer standerdization fencing and yard Details
8Tender for construction of 1.5 km, 33kV line Details
8Tender for constructing 1600mtrs HT ABC and DP structure Details
8Tender for supply of 110kV bus coupler panel Details
8Tender for enabling civil works for the erection and functioning of passenger lift Details
8Tender for procurement of EEL-2/star-2 (new), ISI marked, 11/0.433kV, three phase, 25 KVA, 50 cycles, outdoor type, oil immersed, stack/wound core, aluminium wound, CRGO/amorphous core DTs Details
8Tender for supply installation of PLCC system associated communication and interface equipments etc Details
8Tender for procurement of fail freeze double acting smart positioner with accessories Details
8Tender for service contract for dismantling and fabrication, installation and com-missioning of new air duct of air washery system Details
8Tender for service contract for coal bunker and feeder chutes Details
8Tender for procurement of different types of liners and wear plates of bowl mill Details
8Tender for supply of tapping channel cross arm Details
8Tender for supply of back clamp for 8.0 Mtr PSC pole Details
8Tender for supply of various types of contactors for LTMCC of 500 MW Details
8Tender for supply, erection, testing and commissioning of 360 V DC, 515AH, KBH, Ni-Cd type battery set Details
8Design, supply, fabrication, and erection work of 10,000 M3(cubic meter) capacity Details
8Tender for works of SH-RH crown plate sealing and APH center section sealing Details
8Tender for removing, providing and fixing side cladding Details
8Tender for replacement of existing damaged roof sheets Details
8Tender for supply of UG cable route locator Details
8Tender for supply of various consumables, measuring instruments, tools tackles, CPVC and fasteners items Details
8Tender for supply of skirt sealing system for coal handling plant Details
8Tender for shifting of RMU and UG infrastructure for various Details
8Tender for erection, maintenance and dismantling work of overhead HT/LT line Details
8Tender for construction of closed and open storage space Details
8Tender for manufacturing, testing, transportation, insurance and supply of guide vane bearing (lower) without DU bushing Details
8Tender for manufacturing, testing, transportation, insurance and supply of guide vane bearing Details
8Tender for procurement of mechanical seal. Details
8Tender for work of loading, unloading & transportation of EHV material/ equipments/scrap/oil barrels/oil tank Details
8Tender for work of supply, erection, testing and commissioning of additional 50MVA, 132/33kV power T/F along Details
8Tender for procurement of HF cable Details
8Tender for Bi-AMC for the work of servicing/overhauling of various makes 33kV VCB’s at various EHV substations Details
8Tender for work of servicing of TG bearing/RTDs, seal liners TE/EE, servicing/overhauling of HP/IP CV, ESV, IV and misc. AOH related activities Details
8Tender for supply, installation, commissioning and testing of vibration monitoring system for continuous vibration measurement Details
8Tender for construction of pile foundations for 66kV D/C tower for transmission line Details
8Tender for providing, supplying and fixing in position rooftop rainwater harvesting module at various Details
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For reference purposes the website carries here the following newsclips:
8SECL CMD reviews production, mine development and monsoon preparedness at Amadand OCP Details
8India needs austerity, but energy security requires breaking silos in government Details
8India’s solar success could become blueprint for other emerging economies: Report Details
8NLC India and Reliance Industries to Explore Underground Lignite Gasification in Gujarat Details
8Khavda solar park emerges as symbol of India’s renewable energy transformation Details
8Suzlon shares: From Rs 1.58 to Rs 58 — A must-have energy stock for your portfolio Experts decode Details
8Between solar panels and refineries Details
8The Race to Build the World’s Largest Solar Farms Is Accelerating Details
8Monsoon onset seen after June 3, delay due to weak wind conditions Details
8Adani Green Energy Commissions World’s Largest Battery Storage System in Gujarat Details
8Myanmar President Visits NTPC NETRA, Explores India’s Clean Energy and Innovation Initiatives Details
8Godrej Properties buys land in Greater Noida for Rs 7,000 crore housing project Details
8Avaada Group plans to add 5GW renewable projects in FY27: Chairman Details
8India Set To Release Updated Industrial Production Index With 2022-23 Base Year And Expanded Factory Output Basket Details
8Suzlon Energy Opening Bell Updates: SEBI Penalty in Focus Details
8New battery policy favouring only Ambani and Adani groups: Kavitha Details
8MNRE’s June 2026 ALMM mandate pushes up India’s solar cell production Details
8Solar industry split as locally made cell mandate kicks in on Monday Details
8Assam achieves 96.4% electricity coverage, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Details
8NLC India Director (Power) retires; additional charge assigned Details
8India’s 300GW Energy Push: Capital Constraints and Grid Risks Details
8Major milestone for J&K power sector as Uri-I Stage-II work begins Details
8Manohar Lal reviews Tripura's urban development, power sector projects Details
8UP Power Sector Gets Workforce Boost as Discoms Start Fresh Contract Staff Hiring Details
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8Tender for installation, commissioning and testing of system protection scheme Details
8Tender for civil maintenance upkeeping work at various volts transmission sub stations Details
8Tender for annual maintenance contract of pumps, rotary equipments, exchangers, filters, clarifiers, injectors, valves and acid storage tanks Details
8Tender for area development work in ash handling Details
8Tender for construction of a culvert & repair of damaged bridge Details
8Tender for Lot-2a electro-mechanical works (except GSU transformer, GIS, XLPE cable and switchyard Details
8Tender for lot-III electro-mechanical works package Details
8Tender for construction of civil works of barrage and stilling basin Details
8Tender for turnkey construction of 1 (one) no. of 132/33kV, 50MVA transformer bay Details
8Tender for construction of 11 kV line and installation of 11/0.4 kV,1x25 KVA substation Details
8Tender for engagement of consultant for preparation of pre-feasibility report and DPR for setting up of 25MW/100MWh battery energy storage system Details
8Tender for work of dismantling/shifting/erection of existing equipment from existing of 220kV s/s Details
8Tender for laying of underground 11 kV XLPE cables of any rating Details
8Tender for supply of leakage current partial discharge detector kit for transmission line Details
8Tender for supply of galvanized nut bolts and spring washer Details
8Tender for supply of 03 Nos. straight through cable jointing kits for 220 kV EHV cable Details
8Tender for setting up of 12250 kW grid-connected rooftop solar PV projects Details
8Tender for supply installation and commissioning of automatic wire Details
8Tender for work of on-line leak sealing services for high pressure & high temperature steam valves, flanges, lines etc Details
8Tender for laying of underground 11 kV XLPE cables Details
8Tender for construction of control room other civil work including Details
8Tender for supply of LT robust fuse unit/switch fuse unit Details
8Tender for supply of 30V 100AH lead acid battery Details
8Tender for supply of battery charger Details
8Tender for supply of male and female contacts for 33 kV AB switch Details
8Tender for supply of male and female contacts for 11 kV AB switch Details
8Tender for supply of insulated smart connector for DTR and insulated smart connector Details
8Tender for procurement of spares of booster pump model Details
8Tender for procurement of various spares for gear boxes for 36 inch gravimetric raw coal feeder Details
8Tender for work contract for AOH COH of pressure part of boiler Details
8Tender for work contract for In situ repairing, reconditioning of separator body of 8.5 E 9 coal mills installed Details
8Tender for monitoring of electrical erection activities Details
8Tender for SITC of augmentation works Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for construction of 33 kV sub station Details
8Tender for supply of spares for pressure and DP switches Details
8Tender for supply of valves Details
8Tender for river training works at headworks for protection of water conductor Details
8Tender for HR reconductoring feeder using covered conductor Details
8Tender for transformer standerdization fencing and yard Details
8Tender for construction of 1.5 km, 33kV line Details
8Tender for constructing 1600mtrs HT ABC and DP structure Details
8Tender for supply of 110kV bus coupler panel Details
8Tender for enabling civil works for the erection and functioning of passenger lift Details
8Tender for procurement of EEL-2/star-2 (new), ISI marked, 11/0.433kV, three phase, 25 KVA, 50 cycles, outdoor type, oil immersed, stack/wound core, aluminium wound, CRGO/amorphous core DTs Details
8Tender for supply installation of PLCC system associated communication and interface equipments etc Details
8Tender for procurement of fail freeze double acting smart positioner with accessories Details
8Tender for service contract for dismantling and fabrication, installation and com-missioning of new air duct of air washery system Details
8Tender for service contract for coal bunker and feeder chutes Details
8Tender for procurement of different types of liners and wear plates of bowl mill Details
8Tender for supply of tapping channel cross arm Details
8Tender for supply of back clamp for 8.0 Mtr PSC pole Details
8Tender for supply of various types of contactors for LTMCC of 500 MW Details
8Tender for supply, erection, testing and commissioning of 360 V DC, 515AH, KBH, Ni-Cd type battery set Details
8Design, supply, fabrication, and erection work of 10,000 M3(cubic meter) capacity Details
8Tender for works of SH-RH crown plate sealing and APH center section sealing Details
8Tender for removing, providing and fixing side cladding Details
8Tender for replacement of existing damaged roof sheets Details
8Tender for supply of UG cable route locator Details
8Tender for supply of various consumables, measuring instruments, tools tackles, CPVC and fasteners items Details
8Tender for supply of skirt sealing system for coal handling plant Details
8Tender for shifting of RMU and UG infrastructure for various Details
8Tender for erection, maintenance and dismantling work of overhead HT/LT line Details
8Tender for construction of closed and open storage space Details
8Tender for manufacturing, testing, transportation, insurance and supply of guide vane bearing (lower) without DU bushing Details
8Tender for manufacturing, testing, transportation, insurance and supply of guide vane bearing Details
8Tender for procurement of mechanical seal. Details
8Tender for work of loading, unloading & transportation of EHV material/ equipments/scrap/oil barrels/oil tank Details
8Tender for work of supply, erection, testing and commissioning of additional 50MVA, 132/33kV power T/F along Details
8Tender for procurement of HF cable Details
8Tender for Bi-AMC for the work of servicing/overhauling of various makes 33kV VCB’s at various EHV substations Details
8Tender for work of servicing of TG bearing/RTDs, seal liners TE/EE, servicing/overhauling of HP/IP CV, ESV, IV and misc. AOH related activities Details
8Tender for supply, installation, commissioning and testing of vibration monitoring system for continuous vibration measurement Details
8Tender for construction of pile foundations for 66kV D/C tower for transmission line Details
8Tender for providing, supplying and fixing in position rooftop rainwater harvesting module at various Details
You can also click on Tenders for more
For reference purposes the website carries here the following newsclips:
8SECL CMD reviews production, mine development and monsoon preparedness at Amadand OCP Details
8India needs austerity, but energy security requires breaking silos in government Details
8India’s solar success could become blueprint for other emerging economies: Report Details
8NLC India and Reliance Industries to Explore Underground Lignite Gasification in Gujarat Details
8Khavda solar park emerges as symbol of India’s renewable energy transformation Details
8Suzlon shares: From Rs 1.58 to Rs 58 — A must-have energy stock for your portfolio Experts decode Details
8Between solar panels and refineries Details
8The Race to Build the World’s Largest Solar Farms Is Accelerating Details
8Monsoon onset seen after June 3, delay due to weak wind conditions Details
8Adani Green Energy Commissions World’s Largest Battery Storage System in Gujarat Details
8Myanmar President Visits NTPC NETRA, Explores India’s Clean Energy and Innovation Initiatives Details
8Godrej Properties buys land in Greater Noida for Rs 7,000 crore housing project Details
8Avaada Group plans to add 5GW renewable projects in FY27: Chairman Details
8India Set To Release Updated Industrial Production Index With 2022-23 Base Year And Expanded Factory Output Basket Details
8Suzlon Energy Opening Bell Updates: SEBI Penalty in Focus Details
8New battery policy favouring only Ambani and Adani groups: Kavitha Details
8MNRE’s June 2026 ALMM mandate pushes up India’s solar cell production Details
8Solar industry split as locally made cell mandate kicks in on Monday Details
8Assam achieves 96.4% electricity coverage, says CM Himanta Biswa Sarma Details
8NLC India Director (Power) retires; additional charge assigned Details
8India’s 300GW Energy Push: Capital Constraints and Grid Risks Details
8Major milestone for J&K power sector as Uri-I Stage-II work begins Details
8Manohar Lal reviews Tripura's urban development, power sector projects Details
8UP Power Sector Gets Workforce Boost as Discoms Start Fresh Contract Staff Hiring Details
You can also click on Newsclips for more Details
NEWS UPDATE: ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL & OPERATIONAL STORIES
Jun 01:
8Inox Wind convenes 13th EGM to seek shareholder approvals following FY26 results
Inox Wind Limited submitted the notice of its 13th Extraordinary General Meeting of members to the stock exchanges, seeking approval on the resolutions set out in the EGM notice. The filing forms part of the wind-turbine manufacturer's corporate-action process following its FY26 results showing net profit of Rs. 547.46 crore, a 42.5% rise from the prior year, and the earlier-approved Rs. 1,250-crore rights-issue proposal.
8Odisha hydro stations generate 28.37 MU on 28 May as reservoirs hold steady pre-monsoon
The Odisha reservoir and generation report for 28 May 2026 records combined hydro output of about 1,182.25 MW and 28.37 MU across OHPC stations, with UIHEP Mukhiguda leading at 211.08 MW (5.066 MU) and BHEP Balimela at 187.38 MW (4.497 MU). Reservoir levels held close to full — Balimela at 1,473.9 ft against an FRL of 1,516 ft — while several units at Chipilima and Bariniput remained under maintenance.
8CEA reservoir report pegs Bhakra at 482.03 m and 5,282 MU of stored energy on 28 May
CEA's Daily Hydro Reservoir Report for 28 May 2026 tracks key reservoirs including Bhakra (Himachal Pradesh) at a present level of 482.03 m against a Full Reservoir Level of 513.59 m, holding 5,282 MU of energy content, and Pong at 405.76 m with 1,123 MU. Ranjit Sagar in Punjab stood at 514.67 m with 1,507 MU, providing a snapshot of pre-monsoon hydro storage across the country.
8India's semiconductor market set to hit $108 billion by 2030 and $200 billion by 2035: KPMG-ISM report
A KPMG report on the future of India's semiconductor industry, prepared with inputs from the India Semiconductor Mission, projects the country's semiconductor market reaching about $108 billion by 2030 and $200 billion by 2035, calling the chip sector central to the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision. It notes significant ground covered through commitments for India's first fabrication facility at Dholera and Design Linked Incentive scheme investments.
8TNERC fixes Rs. 1,000 fee for appeals to the Appellate Authority under Section 127
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Notification No. 1 of 2026 dated 29 May 2026, specified a fee of Rs. 1,000 for appeals preferred before the Appellate Authority under Section 127(1) of the Electricity Act, 2003, exercising powers read with Regulation 8 of the Fees and Fines Regulation, 2022. The fee is to be credited to the account of the distribution licensee as directed by the jurisdictional Superintending Engineer. Details
Inox Wind Limited submitted the notice of its 13th Extraordinary General Meeting of members to the stock exchanges, seeking approval on the resolutions set out in the EGM notice. The filing forms part of the wind-turbine manufacturer's corporate-action process following its FY26 results showing net profit of Rs. 547.46 crore, a 42.5% rise from the prior year, and the earlier-approved Rs. 1,250-crore rights-issue proposal.
8Odisha hydro stations generate 28.37 MU on 28 May as reservoirs hold steady pre-monsoon
The Odisha reservoir and generation report for 28 May 2026 records combined hydro output of about 1,182.25 MW and 28.37 MU across OHPC stations, with UIHEP Mukhiguda leading at 211.08 MW (5.066 MU) and BHEP Balimela at 187.38 MW (4.497 MU). Reservoir levels held close to full — Balimela at 1,473.9 ft against an FRL of 1,516 ft — while several units at Chipilima and Bariniput remained under maintenance.
8CEA reservoir report pegs Bhakra at 482.03 m and 5,282 MU of stored energy on 28 May
CEA's Daily Hydro Reservoir Report for 28 May 2026 tracks key reservoirs including Bhakra (Himachal Pradesh) at a present level of 482.03 m against a Full Reservoir Level of 513.59 m, holding 5,282 MU of energy content, and Pong at 405.76 m with 1,123 MU. Ranjit Sagar in Punjab stood at 514.67 m with 1,507 MU, providing a snapshot of pre-monsoon hydro storage across the country.
8India's semiconductor market set to hit $108 billion by 2030 and $200 billion by 2035: KPMG-ISM report
A KPMG report on the future of India's semiconductor industry, prepared with inputs from the India Semiconductor Mission, projects the country's semiconductor market reaching about $108 billion by 2030 and $200 billion by 2035, calling the chip sector central to the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision. It notes significant ground covered through commitments for India's first fabrication facility at Dholera and Design Linked Incentive scheme investments.
8TNERC fixes Rs. 1,000 fee for appeals to the Appellate Authority under Section 127
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Notification No. 1 of 2026 dated 29 May 2026, specified a fee of Rs. 1,000 for appeals preferred before the Appellate Authority under Section 127(1) of the Electricity Act, 2003, exercising powers read with Regulation 8 of the Fees and Fines Regulation, 2022. The fee is to be credited to the account of the distribution licensee as directed by the jurisdictional Superintending Engineer. Details
NEWS UPDATE: COAL, FUEL & ENERGY COMMODITIES
Jun 01:
COAL PRODUCTION & OFFTAKE
8India's thermal coal stock at 49.1 million tonnes — just 65% of norm — with 23 plants critical: CEA
CEA's Daily Coal Stock Report as on 30 May 2026 shows the monitored thermal fleet of 222,698 MW running at 69% PLF and holding total coal stock of 49,103.3 thousand tonnes — only 65% of the normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes. Domestic-coal-based plants held 46,753.5 thousand tonnes (66% of norm) while imported-coal plants had just 2,349.8 thousand tonnes (46%). The report flagged 23 plants with critical stock — 11 domestic, 8 imported and 4 washery-reject based.
8Coal India reports 42.2 million tonnes of linked-plant stock as on 27 May, 18 plants critical/supercritical
Coal India Limited's Marketing & Sales Division statement on the coal-stock position of power plants linked to CIL and SCCL, dated 27 May 2026, records total stock of about 42,197.0 thousand tonnes — indigenous 41,703.4 thousand tonnes and imported 493.6 thousand tonnes. The region-wise compilation identifies 18 plants in the critical or supercritical category, underscoring continued pressure on fuel logistics ahead of peak summer demand.
8BCCL mine accident kills dozer operator at New Benidih patch after storm-triggered haul-road slide
Bharat Coking Coal Limited reported that a fatal accident occurred around noon on 29 May 2026 at the New Benidih Hired Patch of Amalgamated Block-II OCP in its Block-II Area, when the edge of a haul road slid during heavy thunderstorm and rainfall, toppling a passing dozer. One dozer operator of the contractor sustained fatal injuries; operations at the patch were stopped temporarily and the matter was reported to the authorities.
8BCCL names Rajeev Kumar Sinha as Director (Technical) from May 2026
Bharat Coking Coal Limited's board, at its meeting on 30 May 2026, approved a change in key managerial personnel, appointing Shri Rajeev Kumar Sinha (DIN 11363113) as Director (Technical) with effect from 1 May 2026, succeeding Shri Niladri Roy, the outgoing Director (Technical), P&P, who retired from the company. The appointment was filed with the stock exchanges under SEBI LODR Regulations.
8Madhya Pradesh sets May 2026 fuel & power purchase surcharge at 3.91% for consumers
M.P. Power Management Company Limited, in Letter No. 46 dated 27 May 2026, intimated the three Madhya Pradesh distribution companies that the Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge for May 2026 has been computed at 3.91% under the First Amendment to the MPERC tariff regulations. The calculated FPPAS is to be billed to consumers, with calculation sheets circulated to the DISCOMs and the IT division for implementation.
8Kerala SEB fixes 2-paise fuel surcharge for April 2026, recoverable in June bills
Kerala State Electricity Board Limited has certified a fuel surcharge of 2 paise per unit for both monthly and bi-monthly consumers, to be recovered in June 2026 against power purchased in April 2026, under Regulation 87(5) of the KSERC tariff regulations as amended. The supporting data details station-wise purchases and variable costs, with several stations showing negative surcharge contributions that moderate the overall rate.
8WRPC pegs Jhabua Power compensation at Rs. 1.52 crore through April 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee's Statement of Compensation for Jhabua Power Limited up to April 2026 puts the total compensation payable by beneficiaries to the IPP at Rs. 1,51,93,977, split mainly between two beneficiaries at Rs. 1,00,54,190 and Rs. 51,39,788. The statement, covering the plant at Berela in Tehsil Ghansore, reconciles gross injection, auxiliary consumption and gross heat rate parameters in line with the regional energy-accounting framework.
8Torrent Power's Mundra plant to receive over Rs. 1 crore in TRAS settlements across three April-May weeks
The Western Regional Power Committee's TRAS-III Settlement Account for Torrent Power's Mundra plant shows the generator as a net receiver across three weeks: Rs. 3,88,356 for 13-19 April (87.47 MWh emergency TRAS-Up), Rs. 27,04,326 for 20-26 April (1,424.02 MWh up, 814.94 MWh down) and Rs. 73,50,086 for 4-10 May (1,762.63 MWh up, 195.45 MWh down). The settlements compensate Torrent Power's Mundra plant for emergency ancillary support to the regional pool. Details
8India's thermal coal stock at 49.1 million tonnes — just 65% of norm — with 23 plants critical: CEA
CEA's Daily Coal Stock Report as on 30 May 2026 shows the monitored thermal fleet of 222,698 MW running at 69% PLF and holding total coal stock of 49,103.3 thousand tonnes — only 65% of the normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes. Domestic-coal-based plants held 46,753.5 thousand tonnes (66% of norm) while imported-coal plants had just 2,349.8 thousand tonnes (46%). The report flagged 23 plants with critical stock — 11 domestic, 8 imported and 4 washery-reject based.
8Coal India reports 42.2 million tonnes of linked-plant stock as on 27 May, 18 plants critical/supercritical
Coal India Limited's Marketing & Sales Division statement on the coal-stock position of power plants linked to CIL and SCCL, dated 27 May 2026, records total stock of about 42,197.0 thousand tonnes — indigenous 41,703.4 thousand tonnes and imported 493.6 thousand tonnes. The region-wise compilation identifies 18 plants in the critical or supercritical category, underscoring continued pressure on fuel logistics ahead of peak summer demand.
8BCCL mine accident kills dozer operator at New Benidih patch after storm-triggered haul-road slide
Bharat Coking Coal Limited reported that a fatal accident occurred around noon on 29 May 2026 at the New Benidih Hired Patch of Amalgamated Block-II OCP in its Block-II Area, when the edge of a haul road slid during heavy thunderstorm and rainfall, toppling a passing dozer. One dozer operator of the contractor sustained fatal injuries; operations at the patch were stopped temporarily and the matter was reported to the authorities.
8BCCL names Rajeev Kumar Sinha as Director (Technical) from May 2026
Bharat Coking Coal Limited's board, at its meeting on 30 May 2026, approved a change in key managerial personnel, appointing Shri Rajeev Kumar Sinha (DIN 11363113) as Director (Technical) with effect from 1 May 2026, succeeding Shri Niladri Roy, the outgoing Director (Technical), P&P, who retired from the company. The appointment was filed with the stock exchanges under SEBI LODR Regulations.
8Madhya Pradesh sets May 2026 fuel & power purchase surcharge at 3.91% for consumers
M.P. Power Management Company Limited, in Letter No. 46 dated 27 May 2026, intimated the three Madhya Pradesh distribution companies that the Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge for May 2026 has been computed at 3.91% under the First Amendment to the MPERC tariff regulations. The calculated FPPAS is to be billed to consumers, with calculation sheets circulated to the DISCOMs and the IT division for implementation.
8Kerala SEB fixes 2-paise fuel surcharge for April 2026, recoverable in June bills
Kerala State Electricity Board Limited has certified a fuel surcharge of 2 paise per unit for both monthly and bi-monthly consumers, to be recovered in June 2026 against power purchased in April 2026, under Regulation 87(5) of the KSERC tariff regulations as amended. The supporting data details station-wise purchases and variable costs, with several stations showing negative surcharge contributions that moderate the overall rate.
8WRPC pegs Jhabua Power compensation at Rs. 1.52 crore through April 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee's Statement of Compensation for Jhabua Power Limited up to April 2026 puts the total compensation payable by beneficiaries to the IPP at Rs. 1,51,93,977, split mainly between two beneficiaries at Rs. 1,00,54,190 and Rs. 51,39,788. The statement, covering the plant at Berela in Tehsil Ghansore, reconciles gross injection, auxiliary consumption and gross heat rate parameters in line with the regional energy-accounting framework.
8Torrent Power's Mundra plant to receive over Rs. 1 crore in TRAS settlements across three April-May weeks
The Western Regional Power Committee's TRAS-III Settlement Account for Torrent Power's Mundra plant shows the generator as a net receiver across three weeks: Rs. 3,88,356 for 13-19 April (87.47 MWh emergency TRAS-Up), Rs. 27,04,326 for 20-26 April (1,424.02 MWh up, 814.94 MWh down) and Rs. 73,50,086 for 4-10 May (1,762.63 MWh up, 195.45 MWh down). The settlements compensate Torrent Power's Mundra plant for emergency ancillary support to the regional pool. Details
NEWS UPDATE: GRID OPERATIONS & POWER SUPPLY
Jun 01:
PEAK DEMAND & GRID FREQUENCY
8India's peak demand hits 223,711 MW on 31 May; Grid-India meets it with just 0.15 MU shortfall
Grid Controller of India's NLDC reported all-India maximum demand met of 223,711 MW on 31 May 2026, with evening-peak demand of 211,086 MW at 20:00 hrs and a peak shortage of only 227 MW, entirely in the Eastern Region. Total energy met for the day was 4,880 MU with energy shortage of just 0.15 MU, while solar contributed 540 MU, wind 358 MU and hydro 378 MU across the five regions.
8Grid frequency stays within IEGC band 99.4% of 31 May, averaging 49.99 Hz: NLDC
The NLDC's frequency profile for 31 May 2026 shows the grid averaging 49.99 Hz with a standard deviation of 0.075 Hz and a Frequency Deviation Index of 0.057. Frequency stayed within the 49.7-50.2 Hz IEGC band for 99.4% of the day, touching a maximum of 50.269 Hz at 07:55 and a minimum of 49.726 Hz at 14:58, while spending 27.15% of the day outside the tight 49.97-50.03 Hz operating band.
8India's monitored stations generate 4,709.36 MU on 28 May, beating programme by 2.8%: CEA daily report
CEA's Daily Generation Report for 28 May 2026 shows all-India monitored capacity at 310,773.79 MW out of an installed base of 538,364.41 MW. Actual generation for the day reached 4,709.36 MU against a programme of 4,579.63 MU, led by thermal at 4,097.37 MU. Year-to-date from 1 April, actual generation stood at 266,882.23 MU, a shortfall of 4,745.31 MU (-1.75%) against programme.
8CEA coal fleet capacity utilisation at 80.79% on 28 May as coal capacity runs at 90.99% on-line
CEA's capacity-utilisation report for 28 May 2026 records 222,697.51 MW of coal capacity generating a maximum gross output of 197,701.38 MW — 90.99% of capacity on line and 80.79% of monitored capacity — with 24,982.51 MW under outage. Across all fuels, total monitored capacity of 310,773.79 MW produced a maximum gross output of 254,844.53 MW, or 89.30% of capacity on line.
8NTPC stations generate 1,046.59 MU on 28 May, topping programme despite Northern-Region shortfall: CEA
CEA's NTPC generation overview for 28 May 2026 records all-India NTPC output of 1,046.59 MU against a programme of 1,024.11 MU, a positive deviation of 22.48 MU, from 60,007.23 MW of monitored capacity. Southern (+24.85 MU) and Eastern (+25.69 MU) regions outperformed, while the Northern region fell short by 6.95 MU; year-to-date NTPC actual generation was 59,296.74 MU, 3.12% below programme.
8Western region meets 67,578 MW evening peak on 31 May with no shortage; Maharashtra tops at 639.7 MU
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's daily operation report for 31 May 2026 shows the region meeting an evening peak of 67,578 MW with zero shortage and day energy of 1,605.4 MU. Maharashtra led demand at 639.7 MU, followed by Gujarat at 498.2 MU and Chhattisgarh at 110.6 MU, while Gujarat's control-area generation drew heavily on 80.2 MU of solar and 76.2 MU of wind.
8Northern region peaks at 60,753 MW on 31 May with zero shortage; UP draws 490.65 MU
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's daily operation report for 31 May 2026 records the region meeting a 60,753 MW evening peak at 20:00 hrs with no shortage, against an off-peak demand of 50,413 MW, and total day energy of 1,365 MU. Uttar Pradesh was the largest consumer at 490.65 MU (peak 23,253 MW), followed by Rajasthan at 262.83 MU and Punjab at 183.23 MU.
8Southern region meets 50,105 MW peak on 31 May; Tamil Nadu leads demand at 384.67 MU
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Power Supply Position report for 31 May 2026 shows the region meeting a 50,105 MW evening peak with zero shortage and total day energy of 1,208.68 MU. Tamil Nadu topped demand at 384.67 MU, followed by Andhra Pradesh (249.23 MU) and Karnataka (246.6 MU), with the region's renewables contributing 92.84 MU of solar and 133.7 MU of wind.
8Eastern region records 29,140 MW peak and lone 227 MW national shortage on 31 May
The Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre's daily operation report for 31 May 2026 shows the region meeting a 29,140 MW evening peak against a requirement of 29,367 MW — the only peak shortage anywhere in India that day — with day energy of 630.15 MU and an energy shortage of 0.15 MU. The off-peak demand at 03:00 hrs was met in full at 25,032 MW with frequency at 50.04 Hz.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
847,400 MW of India's capacity sat under maintenance on 28 May, leaving 263,374 MW online: CEA
CEA's All-India Capacity Availability summary for 28 May 2026 shows that of 310,773.79 MW of monitored capacity, 47,399.72 MW was under maintenance — 4,896.15 MW planned, 32,804.41 MW forced and 9,699.17 MW for other reasons — leaving 263,374.06 MW online. The Western region had the largest outage at 18,075.10 MW, followed by the Northern region at 13,178.43 MW.
8NLDC reports zero ATC and N-1 violations across 765 kV grid on 31 May
Grid-India's NLDC System Reliability Indices report for 31 May 2026 records nil Available Transfer Capability violations across all monitored corridors — WR-NR, ER-NR, NR import, NEW-SR and NER import — and no N-1 criteria breaches during the day. The 765 kV voltage profile showed substations such as Agra holding steady at 767 kV for 100% of the time, indicating a stable high-voltage network.
8NRLDC's planned shutdown report flags long-pending 220 kV Dehradun bay outage at 255 days on 31 May
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Planned Shutdown Report for 31 May 2026 lists a 220 kV transfer-bus bay at POWERGRID's Dehradun substation that has remained out since 19 September 2025 for AMP work — an availed outage of 255 days against an originally planned 10 hours. The report tracks planned versus actual outage duration across the northern grid.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8IEX Day-Ahead Market clears 145,860 MWh on 31 May at an average Rs. 2,818/MWh
Trade data at the Indian Energy Exchange for delivery date 31 May 2026 shows the Day-Ahead Market clearing a final scheduled volume of 145,860.50 MWh against purchase bids of 228,530 MWh and sell bids of 686,169 MWh. The average market clearing price settled at Rs. 2,818.06/MWh, ranging from near Rs. 20.84/MWh in the solar-rich midday hours to Rs. 10,000/MWh late at night.
8IEX Real-Time Market schedules 218,326 MWh on 31 May at Rs. 2,771.74/MWh average
The Indian Energy Exchange's Real-Time Market settled a final scheduled volume of 218,325.78 MWh for delivery date 31 May 2026, against purchase bids of 239,306 MWh and sell bids of 464,552 MWh, at an average clearing price of Rs. 2,771.74/MWh. Across 25 May-1 June, RTM scheduled volumes aggregated 1,423,486 MWh with the daily average price around Rs. 3,886/MWh.
8Western region books Rs. 38.62-crore net DSM inflow for 30 March-5 April week: WRPC
The Western Regional Power Committee's ABT-based Deviation Charge Account for 30 March-5 April 2026 shows the Western Region as a net receiver of Rs. 38.62 crore on inter-regional settlement, with payable charges of Rs. 199.19 crore against receivable charges of Rs. 237.81 crore. The region was a heavy net receiver from the Southern Region (Rs. 207.97 crore), reflecting large south-bound deviation flows.
8Western region's DSM surplus peaks at Rs. 74.03 crore for 4-10 May: WRPC
The WRPC ABT-based Deviation Charge Account for 4-10 May 2026 records the Western Region's largest weekly net inflow at Rs. 74.03 crore receivable, with payable charges of Rs. 175.33 crore against receivable of Rs. 249.35 crore. The region was a net receiver of Rs. 73.64 crore from the Northern Region and Rs. 155.82 crore from the Southern Region, while remaining payable Rs. 155.43 crore to the Eastern Region.
8Western region turns net payer of Rs. 30.56 crore on DSM for 20-26 April: WRPC
In a reversal from prior weeks, the WRPC ABT-based Deviation Charge Account for 20-26 April 2026 shows the Western Region a net payer of Rs. 30.56 crore on inter-regional settlement, with payable charges of Rs. 306.78 crore exceeding receivable charges of Rs. 276.22 crore. The region was payable Rs. 259.28 crore to the Northern Region, even as it stayed a net receiver of Rs. 233.82 crore from the Southern Region.
8NLDC bills 109 ISTS customers Rs. 3,962 crore for June 2026 on 1,26,217 MW of GNA
The Western Regional Power Committee's Regional Transmission Account for the June 2026 billing month, issued 30 May 2026, covers 109 Designated ISTS Customers with aggregate monthly charges of Rs. 3,962.00 crore and total GNA-short-term-hosting capacity of 1,26,217 MW across the all-India network, built on NLDC's point-of-connection transmission charge notification of 25 May 2026.
8Uttar Pradesh faces Rs. 329.7-crore ISTS transmission bill for June 2026: NRPC
The Northern Regional Power Committee's Regional Transmission Account for June 2026, issued 29 May 2026, details point-of-connection transmission charges for Designated ISTS Customers in the Northern Region. Uttar Pradesh carried the largest bill at about Rs. 329.7 crore on a GNA of 10,757 MW, followed by Haryana at about Rs. 206.5 crore (6,643 MW) and Punjab at about Rs. 172.2 crore (5,558 MW).
8North Eastern states billed about Rs. 108.5 crore in ISTS charges for June 2026: NERPC
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee's Regional Transmission Account for June 2026, dated 29 May 2026, allocates point-of-connection transmission charges across NER constituents. Assam carried the heaviest burden at Rs. 53.31 crore on 1,767 MW of GNA, followed by NHPC's Lower Subansiri HEP at Rs. 12.14 crore and Meghalaya at Rs. 10.35 crore (290 MW), totalling roughly Rs. 108.5 crore for the month.
8Grid-India's NLDC lists 765 kV schedules at 115.9-208.8 paise/kWh in 1 June SCUC stack
The NLDC's Security Constrained Unit Commitment for delivery date 1 June 2026, published 31 May at 15:00 hrs, scheduled thermal stations by energy charge rate, with Darlipali committed at 467.16 MW (115.9 paise/kWh), Sipat STPS Stage-1 at 754.27 MW (131.6 paise/kWh) and Talcher Stage-2 NTPC at 955.42 MW (142.2 paise/kWh). North Karanpura STPS was committed at 959.12 MW at 208.8 paise/kWh. Details
8India's peak demand hits 223,711 MW on 31 May; Grid-India meets it with just 0.15 MU shortfall
Grid Controller of India's NLDC reported all-India maximum demand met of 223,711 MW on 31 May 2026, with evening-peak demand of 211,086 MW at 20:00 hrs and a peak shortage of only 227 MW, entirely in the Eastern Region. Total energy met for the day was 4,880 MU with energy shortage of just 0.15 MU, while solar contributed 540 MU, wind 358 MU and hydro 378 MU across the five regions.
8Grid frequency stays within IEGC band 99.4% of 31 May, averaging 49.99 Hz: NLDC
The NLDC's frequency profile for 31 May 2026 shows the grid averaging 49.99 Hz with a standard deviation of 0.075 Hz and a Frequency Deviation Index of 0.057. Frequency stayed within the 49.7-50.2 Hz IEGC band for 99.4% of the day, touching a maximum of 50.269 Hz at 07:55 and a minimum of 49.726 Hz at 14:58, while spending 27.15% of the day outside the tight 49.97-50.03 Hz operating band.
8India's monitored stations generate 4,709.36 MU on 28 May, beating programme by 2.8%: CEA daily report
CEA's Daily Generation Report for 28 May 2026 shows all-India monitored capacity at 310,773.79 MW out of an installed base of 538,364.41 MW. Actual generation for the day reached 4,709.36 MU against a programme of 4,579.63 MU, led by thermal at 4,097.37 MU. Year-to-date from 1 April, actual generation stood at 266,882.23 MU, a shortfall of 4,745.31 MU (-1.75%) against programme.
8CEA coal fleet capacity utilisation at 80.79% on 28 May as coal capacity runs at 90.99% on-line
CEA's capacity-utilisation report for 28 May 2026 records 222,697.51 MW of coal capacity generating a maximum gross output of 197,701.38 MW — 90.99% of capacity on line and 80.79% of monitored capacity — with 24,982.51 MW under outage. Across all fuels, total monitored capacity of 310,773.79 MW produced a maximum gross output of 254,844.53 MW, or 89.30% of capacity on line.
8NTPC stations generate 1,046.59 MU on 28 May, topping programme despite Northern-Region shortfall: CEA
CEA's NTPC generation overview for 28 May 2026 records all-India NTPC output of 1,046.59 MU against a programme of 1,024.11 MU, a positive deviation of 22.48 MU, from 60,007.23 MW of monitored capacity. Southern (+24.85 MU) and Eastern (+25.69 MU) regions outperformed, while the Northern region fell short by 6.95 MU; year-to-date NTPC actual generation was 59,296.74 MU, 3.12% below programme.
8Western region meets 67,578 MW evening peak on 31 May with no shortage; Maharashtra tops at 639.7 MU
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's daily operation report for 31 May 2026 shows the region meeting an evening peak of 67,578 MW with zero shortage and day energy of 1,605.4 MU. Maharashtra led demand at 639.7 MU, followed by Gujarat at 498.2 MU and Chhattisgarh at 110.6 MU, while Gujarat's control-area generation drew heavily on 80.2 MU of solar and 76.2 MU of wind.
8Northern region peaks at 60,753 MW on 31 May with zero shortage; UP draws 490.65 MU
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's daily operation report for 31 May 2026 records the region meeting a 60,753 MW evening peak at 20:00 hrs with no shortage, against an off-peak demand of 50,413 MW, and total day energy of 1,365 MU. Uttar Pradesh was the largest consumer at 490.65 MU (peak 23,253 MW), followed by Rajasthan at 262.83 MU and Punjab at 183.23 MU.
8Southern region meets 50,105 MW peak on 31 May; Tamil Nadu leads demand at 384.67 MU
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Power Supply Position report for 31 May 2026 shows the region meeting a 50,105 MW evening peak with zero shortage and total day energy of 1,208.68 MU. Tamil Nadu topped demand at 384.67 MU, followed by Andhra Pradesh (249.23 MU) and Karnataka (246.6 MU), with the region's renewables contributing 92.84 MU of solar and 133.7 MU of wind.
8Eastern region records 29,140 MW peak and lone 227 MW national shortage on 31 May
The Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre's daily operation report for 31 May 2026 shows the region meeting a 29,140 MW evening peak against a requirement of 29,367 MW — the only peak shortage anywhere in India that day — with day energy of 630.15 MU and an energy shortage of 0.15 MU. The off-peak demand at 03:00 hrs was met in full at 25,032 MW with frequency at 50.04 Hz.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
847,400 MW of India's capacity sat under maintenance on 28 May, leaving 263,374 MW online: CEA
CEA's All-India Capacity Availability summary for 28 May 2026 shows that of 310,773.79 MW of monitored capacity, 47,399.72 MW was under maintenance — 4,896.15 MW planned, 32,804.41 MW forced and 9,699.17 MW for other reasons — leaving 263,374.06 MW online. The Western region had the largest outage at 18,075.10 MW, followed by the Northern region at 13,178.43 MW.
8NLDC reports zero ATC and N-1 violations across 765 kV grid on 31 May
Grid-India's NLDC System Reliability Indices report for 31 May 2026 records nil Available Transfer Capability violations across all monitored corridors — WR-NR, ER-NR, NR import, NEW-SR and NER import — and no N-1 criteria breaches during the day. The 765 kV voltage profile showed substations such as Agra holding steady at 767 kV for 100% of the time, indicating a stable high-voltage network.
8NRLDC's planned shutdown report flags long-pending 220 kV Dehradun bay outage at 255 days on 31 May
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Planned Shutdown Report for 31 May 2026 lists a 220 kV transfer-bus bay at POWERGRID's Dehradun substation that has remained out since 19 September 2025 for AMP work — an availed outage of 255 days against an originally planned 10 hours. The report tracks planned versus actual outage duration across the northern grid.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8IEX Day-Ahead Market clears 145,860 MWh on 31 May at an average Rs. 2,818/MWh
Trade data at the Indian Energy Exchange for delivery date 31 May 2026 shows the Day-Ahead Market clearing a final scheduled volume of 145,860.50 MWh against purchase bids of 228,530 MWh and sell bids of 686,169 MWh. The average market clearing price settled at Rs. 2,818.06/MWh, ranging from near Rs. 20.84/MWh in the solar-rich midday hours to Rs. 10,000/MWh late at night.
8IEX Real-Time Market schedules 218,326 MWh on 31 May at Rs. 2,771.74/MWh average
The Indian Energy Exchange's Real-Time Market settled a final scheduled volume of 218,325.78 MWh for delivery date 31 May 2026, against purchase bids of 239,306 MWh and sell bids of 464,552 MWh, at an average clearing price of Rs. 2,771.74/MWh. Across 25 May-1 June, RTM scheduled volumes aggregated 1,423,486 MWh with the daily average price around Rs. 3,886/MWh.
8Western region books Rs. 38.62-crore net DSM inflow for 30 March-5 April week: WRPC
The Western Regional Power Committee's ABT-based Deviation Charge Account for 30 March-5 April 2026 shows the Western Region as a net receiver of Rs. 38.62 crore on inter-regional settlement, with payable charges of Rs. 199.19 crore against receivable charges of Rs. 237.81 crore. The region was a heavy net receiver from the Southern Region (Rs. 207.97 crore), reflecting large south-bound deviation flows.
8Western region's DSM surplus peaks at Rs. 74.03 crore for 4-10 May: WRPC
The WRPC ABT-based Deviation Charge Account for 4-10 May 2026 records the Western Region's largest weekly net inflow at Rs. 74.03 crore receivable, with payable charges of Rs. 175.33 crore against receivable of Rs. 249.35 crore. The region was a net receiver of Rs. 73.64 crore from the Northern Region and Rs. 155.82 crore from the Southern Region, while remaining payable Rs. 155.43 crore to the Eastern Region.
8Western region turns net payer of Rs. 30.56 crore on DSM for 20-26 April: WRPC
In a reversal from prior weeks, the WRPC ABT-based Deviation Charge Account for 20-26 April 2026 shows the Western Region a net payer of Rs. 30.56 crore on inter-regional settlement, with payable charges of Rs. 306.78 crore exceeding receivable charges of Rs. 276.22 crore. The region was payable Rs. 259.28 crore to the Northern Region, even as it stayed a net receiver of Rs. 233.82 crore from the Southern Region.
8NLDC bills 109 ISTS customers Rs. 3,962 crore for June 2026 on 1,26,217 MW of GNA
The Western Regional Power Committee's Regional Transmission Account for the June 2026 billing month, issued 30 May 2026, covers 109 Designated ISTS Customers with aggregate monthly charges of Rs. 3,962.00 crore and total GNA-short-term-hosting capacity of 1,26,217 MW across the all-India network, built on NLDC's point-of-connection transmission charge notification of 25 May 2026.
8Uttar Pradesh faces Rs. 329.7-crore ISTS transmission bill for June 2026: NRPC
The Northern Regional Power Committee's Regional Transmission Account for June 2026, issued 29 May 2026, details point-of-connection transmission charges for Designated ISTS Customers in the Northern Region. Uttar Pradesh carried the largest bill at about Rs. 329.7 crore on a GNA of 10,757 MW, followed by Haryana at about Rs. 206.5 crore (6,643 MW) and Punjab at about Rs. 172.2 crore (5,558 MW).
8North Eastern states billed about Rs. 108.5 crore in ISTS charges for June 2026: NERPC
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee's Regional Transmission Account for June 2026, dated 29 May 2026, allocates point-of-connection transmission charges across NER constituents. Assam carried the heaviest burden at Rs. 53.31 crore on 1,767 MW of GNA, followed by NHPC's Lower Subansiri HEP at Rs. 12.14 crore and Meghalaya at Rs. 10.35 crore (290 MW), totalling roughly Rs. 108.5 crore for the month.
8Grid-India's NLDC lists 765 kV schedules at 115.9-208.8 paise/kWh in 1 June SCUC stack
The NLDC's Security Constrained Unit Commitment for delivery date 1 June 2026, published 31 May at 15:00 hrs, scheduled thermal stations by energy charge rate, with Darlipali committed at 467.16 MW (115.9 paise/kWh), Sipat STPS Stage-1 at 754.27 MW (131.6 paise/kWh) and Talcher Stage-2 NTPC at 955.42 MW (142.2 paise/kWh). North Karanpura STPS was committed at 959.12 MW at 208.8 paise/kWh. Details
NEWS UPDATE: POLICY & GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Jun 01:
MINISTRY OF POWER
8Power Minister Manohar Lal reviews Mizoram power sector; state targets 25% AT&C losses by March 2027
Union Power Minister Shri Manohar Lal chaired a review of the Mizoram power sector in Aizawl on 29 May 2026 with the state's Power Minister Shri F. Rodingliana and senior officials, focusing on reforms under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme. The state committed to bringing AT&C losses down to 25% by March 2027 and completing smart-meter installation across Mizoram by June 2027, with the Minister urging faster beneficiary registration.
8WRPC de-allocates 56 MW of Mouda STPS-I power from Tamil Nadu effective 1 June 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee, in a letter dated 29 May 2026, withdrew the 56 MW share of Mouda STPS-I power allocated to Tamil Nadu with effect from 1 June 2026, reverting it to Gujarat and DNHDDPDCL per the Ministry of Power's order of 27 March 2026. The reversal restores a firm allocation of 5.55 MW and specific allocation of 40.67 MW to Gujarat and 9.78 MW to DNHDDPDCL.
8NRPC strips Tamil Nadu of 80 MW from Unchahar-I and Tanda-II from 1 June 2026
The Northern Regional Power Committee, in Revision No. 02/2026-27 dated 29 May 2026, recorded that the 36 MW from Unchahar TPP-I and 44 MW from Tanda-II STPS earlier allocated to Tamil Nadu until 31 May 2026 now remain unallocated with effect from 1 June 2026 until further orders. The revised station-wise entitlements of Northern Region beneficiaries follow the Ministry of Power's order of 27 March 2026.
MNRE & BEE
8Global EV sales top 20 million in 2025, up 20%, displacing 1.7 million barrels of oil a day: IEA
The IEA's Global EV Outlook 2026 reports that electric-car sales grew 20% globally to exceed 20 million units in 2025, accounting for around a quarter of all car sales and nearly 55% in China. The global EV fleet displaced about 1.7 million barrels of oil per day in 2025, on track to triple to around 5 mb/d by 2030. India's EV sales grew more than 30% during the year.
8EU study finds public EV charging far costlier than home charging, urges fair port-power pricing
A study for the European Parliament's TRAN committee examines whether prices for public EV charging and onshore power supply at ports are reasonable, transparent, comparable and non-discriminatory under EU rules. It finds public charging is substantially more expensive than charging at home or the workplace, raising questions about pricing fairness as Europe scales up electric-vehicle and shore-power infrastructure.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8NLDC sets all-India ISTS transmission loss at 3.41% for 1-7 June 2026
Grid Controller of India Limited's NLDC notified an all-India ISTS transmission system loss of 3.41% for the week 1-7 June 2026, computed under the CERC (Sharing of Inter State Transmission Charges and Losses) Regulations, 2020. The figure is derived from the previous week's SEM data — injection of 19,443.17 MU and drawal of 18,809.83 MU at regional nodes, after adjusting 867.94 MU from Regulation 13 projects.
8TERI says India needs $2.5 trillion by 2030 for climate action, floats five-pillar bankability framework
A discussion paper by The Energy and Resources Institute estimates India will require about $2.5 trillion through 2030 to meet its mitigation and adaptation goals, with roughly $200 billion needed annually to reach net-zero by 2070 — against current climate-finance flows of less than a quarter of that. India's $3.0-3.2 trillion commercial finance pool is bank-dominated, and the paper proposes recalibrating credit appraisal across five pillars.
8Government's coal gasification scheme targets Rs. 85,000-crore investment and 23 MTPA coal use
India's Coal Gasification Scheme for surface coal and lignite gasification projects aims to mobilise about Rs. 85,000 crore of investment, enable around 23 MTPA of coal utilisation and deliver roughly Rs. 28,000 crore of import substitution. Set against the country's reserves of about 401 billion tonnes of coal and 47 billion tonnes of lignite, the scheme offers incentives and a sector floor price to spur domestic gasification.
TENDERS & PROCUREMENT
8MERC advertises 45 consumer-grievance forum posts — 35 chairpersons and 10 members — across Maharashtra
The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission issued a detailed advertisement to fill 35 Chairperson and 10 Independent Member posts in Consumer Grievance Redressal Forums across the state under Section 42(5) of the Electricity Act, 2003. The appointments span distribution licensees including MSEDCL (26 Chairperson posts) and are governed by the MERC (Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum & Ombudsman) Regulations, 2020 as amended in 2024.
8PSPCL sanctions 10-day smart energy meter training for linemen at Jalandhar Knowledge Centre from 1 June
Punjab State Power Corporation Limited's Zonal Knowledge Centre at Chuggitti Bypass, Jalandhar, issued an office order sanctioning a 10-day training programme for LM/ALM staff on the Jr. Technician Smart Energy Meter course aligned with NCVET qualification QP-PSS/Q2508, running from 1 June to 12 June 2026. The skilling initiative supports PSPCL's rollout of smart metering across Punjab. Details
8Power Minister Manohar Lal reviews Mizoram power sector; state targets 25% AT&C losses by March 2027
Union Power Minister Shri Manohar Lal chaired a review of the Mizoram power sector in Aizawl on 29 May 2026 with the state's Power Minister Shri F. Rodingliana and senior officials, focusing on reforms under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme. The state committed to bringing AT&C losses down to 25% by March 2027 and completing smart-meter installation across Mizoram by June 2027, with the Minister urging faster beneficiary registration.
8WRPC de-allocates 56 MW of Mouda STPS-I power from Tamil Nadu effective 1 June 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee, in a letter dated 29 May 2026, withdrew the 56 MW share of Mouda STPS-I power allocated to Tamil Nadu with effect from 1 June 2026, reverting it to Gujarat and DNHDDPDCL per the Ministry of Power's order of 27 March 2026. The reversal restores a firm allocation of 5.55 MW and specific allocation of 40.67 MW to Gujarat and 9.78 MW to DNHDDPDCL.
8NRPC strips Tamil Nadu of 80 MW from Unchahar-I and Tanda-II from 1 June 2026
The Northern Regional Power Committee, in Revision No. 02/2026-27 dated 29 May 2026, recorded that the 36 MW from Unchahar TPP-I and 44 MW from Tanda-II STPS earlier allocated to Tamil Nadu until 31 May 2026 now remain unallocated with effect from 1 June 2026 until further orders. The revised station-wise entitlements of Northern Region beneficiaries follow the Ministry of Power's order of 27 March 2026.
MNRE & BEE
8Global EV sales top 20 million in 2025, up 20%, displacing 1.7 million barrels of oil a day: IEA
The IEA's Global EV Outlook 2026 reports that electric-car sales grew 20% globally to exceed 20 million units in 2025, accounting for around a quarter of all car sales and nearly 55% in China. The global EV fleet displaced about 1.7 million barrels of oil per day in 2025, on track to triple to around 5 mb/d by 2030. India's EV sales grew more than 30% during the year.
8EU study finds public EV charging far costlier than home charging, urges fair port-power pricing
A study for the European Parliament's TRAN committee examines whether prices for public EV charging and onshore power supply at ports are reasonable, transparent, comparable and non-discriminatory under EU rules. It finds public charging is substantially more expensive than charging at home or the workplace, raising questions about pricing fairness as Europe scales up electric-vehicle and shore-power infrastructure.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8NLDC sets all-India ISTS transmission loss at 3.41% for 1-7 June 2026
Grid Controller of India Limited's NLDC notified an all-India ISTS transmission system loss of 3.41% for the week 1-7 June 2026, computed under the CERC (Sharing of Inter State Transmission Charges and Losses) Regulations, 2020. The figure is derived from the previous week's SEM data — injection of 19,443.17 MU and drawal of 18,809.83 MU at regional nodes, after adjusting 867.94 MU from Regulation 13 projects.
8TERI says India needs $2.5 trillion by 2030 for climate action, floats five-pillar bankability framework
A discussion paper by The Energy and Resources Institute estimates India will require about $2.5 trillion through 2030 to meet its mitigation and adaptation goals, with roughly $200 billion needed annually to reach net-zero by 2070 — against current climate-finance flows of less than a quarter of that. India's $3.0-3.2 trillion commercial finance pool is bank-dominated, and the paper proposes recalibrating credit appraisal across five pillars.
8Government's coal gasification scheme targets Rs. 85,000-crore investment and 23 MTPA coal use
India's Coal Gasification Scheme for surface coal and lignite gasification projects aims to mobilise about Rs. 85,000 crore of investment, enable around 23 MTPA of coal utilisation and deliver roughly Rs. 28,000 crore of import substitution. Set against the country's reserves of about 401 billion tonnes of coal and 47 billion tonnes of lignite, the scheme offers incentives and a sector floor price to spur domestic gasification.
TENDERS & PROCUREMENT
8MERC advertises 45 consumer-grievance forum posts — 35 chairpersons and 10 members — across Maharashtra
The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission issued a detailed advertisement to fill 35 Chairperson and 10 Independent Member posts in Consumer Grievance Redressal Forums across the state under Section 42(5) of the Electricity Act, 2003. The appointments span distribution licensees including MSEDCL (26 Chairperson posts) and are governed by the MERC (Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum & Ombudsman) Regulations, 2020 as amended in 2024.
8PSPCL sanctions 10-day smart energy meter training for linemen at Jalandhar Knowledge Centre from 1 June
Punjab State Power Corporation Limited's Zonal Knowledge Centre at Chuggitti Bypass, Jalandhar, issued an office order sanctioning a 10-day training programme for LM/ALM staff on the Jr. Technician Smart Energy Meter course aligned with NCVET qualification QP-PSS/Q2508, running from 1 June to 12 June 2026. The skilling initiative supports PSPCL's rollout of smart metering across Punjab. Details
NEWS UPDATE: RENEWABLE ENERGY
Jun 01:
SOLAR POWER
8India's wind and solar deliver 1,188.67 MU on 28 May as total RE hits 1,218.4 MU: CEA
CEA's Daily Renewable Generation Report for 28 May 2026 records all-India renewable output of 1,218.40 MU, comprising wind 513.28 MU, solar 675.39 MU and biomass/others 29.73 MU. Cumulative renewable generation for May 2026 reached 28,125.47 MU (wind 9,388.15 MU, solar 17,993.80 MU, others 743.53 MU), underscoring solar's growing share during the high-irradiance pre-monsoon period.
8IEX Green Day-Ahead Market clears 29,746 MWh on 31 May at Rs. 3,192.87/MWh
The Indian Energy Exchange's Green Day-Ahead Market scheduled 29,746.17 MWh for delivery date 31 May 2026 — split across solar 15,747.02 MWh, non-solar 11,915.22 MWh and hydro 2,083.99 MWh — at an average market clearing price of Rs. 3,192.87/MWh. Over the 25 May-1 June window, G-DAM purchase bids totalled 1,285,893 MWh, reflecting steady demand for renewable energy on the green segment.
8NLDC's REMC report shows VRE met 29.67% of India's peak demand on 27 May
Grid-India's NLDC Renewable Energy Management Centre report for 27 May 2026 records all-India maximum demand met of 258,509 MW, with variable renewable energy contributing 76,698 MW or 29.67% of demand — solar at 21.62% (55,896 MW) and wind at 8.05% (20,802 MW). The report also notes an all-time-high VRE generation of 89,110 MW on 20 May 2026 and an all-time-high solar generation of 82,537 MW on 27 March 2026.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8IEX Green Term-Ahead Market trades daylight solar contracts at Rs. 1,406/MWh, non-solar up to Rs. 10,000/MWh on 31 May
Green Term-Ahead Market trade data at the Indian Energy Exchange for 31 May 2026 shows daily-and-contingency solar blocks clearing at Rs. 1,406.00/MWh for volumes around 45 MWh, while non-solar hourly blocks traded at Rs. 10,000.00/MWh for 69 MWh each. The spread between deeply discounted daytime solar and premium-priced non-solar energy illustrates the time-of-day value gap in the green spot market.
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8IEEFA warns India's battery-cell demand will surge tenfold to 272 GWh by FY2030 amid import reliance
An IEEFA commentary dated 29 May 2026 warns that India's advanced chemistry cell battery demand will surge from 28 GWh in 2025 to a projected 272 GWh by FY2030, while nearly every battery cell powering the country's transport and grid electrification is still imported, largely from China. The authors caution that India's bid to cut crude-oil import dependence through transport electrification risks substituting one import reliance for another.
8WIPO-IRENA report maps around 78,000 patents driving decarbonisation of heavy-duty road transport
The WIPO-IRENA Patent Landscape Report on Decarbonizing Heavy-Duty Road Transport (2026) finds that low-emission heavy-duty-road-transport patents grew from about 7% of road-transport patents in 2000 to roughly 20% in 2024, mapping nearly 78,000 patents. Batteries accounted for 73% of all low-emission energy patents in 2024, even as road transport generated 6.2 Gt of CO2 in 2023, over three-quarters of all transport emissions.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8GERC orders Jubilant Infrastructure to refile RPO-compliance petition under 2025 regulations for FY 2024-25
In Petition No. 2512 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, GERC directed Jubilant Infrastructure Limited to amend its renewable purchase obligation compliance petition for FY 2024-25 — covering energy sale of 57.58 MUs and distribution losses of 0.546% — to align with the RPO Regulations, 2025. The petitioner was given two weeks to place the revised RPO-fulfilment details on record.
8Torrent Power told to refile Dahej SEZ RPO-revision plea under GERC's 2025 rules
GERC, in Petition No. 2524 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, considered Torrent Power Limited's plea to revise the minimum quantum of renewable purchase for FY 2024-25 for the Dahej SEZ area. Holding that compliance for FY 2024-25 must be verified under the RPO Regulations, 2025, the Commission directed Torrent Power to amend the petition with full RPO-fulfilment details within two weeks before public comments are sought.
8GERC directs Torrent Power to recast Dholera SIR RPO-revision petition within two weeks
In a parallel order dated 30 May 2026 in Petition No. 2525 of 2025, GERC asked Torrent Power Limited to amend its petition seeking revision of the minimum renewable-purchase quantum for FY 2024-25 for the Dholera SIR area. The Commission ruled that since RPO compliance for FY 2024-25 falls under the RPO Regulations, 2025, the petitioner must place the relevant fulfilment details on record within two weeks.
8MSERC proposes first amendment to renewable-energy tariff rules, issues pre-publication notice
The Meghalaya State Electricity Regulatory Commission, via a pre-publication notification dated 18 May 2026, proposed the MSERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff for Generation from Renewable Energy Sources) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2025, under Sections 86(1) and 61 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The amendment revisits renewable-tariff regulations originally notified on 19 December 2025 after the Commission's review identified provisions needing change.
8MPSEZ Utilities' RPO-compliance petition under 2025 regulations advances at GERC with public notice directive
GERC, in Petition No. 2656 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, took up MPSEZ Utilities Limited's compliance petition under the GERC (Procurement of Energy from Renewable Sources) Regulations, 2025, which stipulate RPO targets across RE categories along with storage obligations. The Commission directed the petitioner to publish a public notice inviting stakeholder comments and have the petition uploaded for public views.
8GIFT Power's FY 2024-25 RPO-status petition sent back by GERC for realignment to 2025 regulations
GERC, in Petition No. 2575 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, took up GIFT Power Company Limited's plea on RPO compliance status for FY 2024-25 under the RPO Regulations, 2010. Observing that any annual RPO review requires a public notice inviting stakeholder comments and that FY 2024-25 compliance must proceed under the RPO Regulations, 2025, the Commission directed the petitioner to amend the present petition within two weeks. Details
8India's wind and solar deliver 1,188.67 MU on 28 May as total RE hits 1,218.4 MU: CEA
CEA's Daily Renewable Generation Report for 28 May 2026 records all-India renewable output of 1,218.40 MU, comprising wind 513.28 MU, solar 675.39 MU and biomass/others 29.73 MU. Cumulative renewable generation for May 2026 reached 28,125.47 MU (wind 9,388.15 MU, solar 17,993.80 MU, others 743.53 MU), underscoring solar's growing share during the high-irradiance pre-monsoon period.
8IEX Green Day-Ahead Market clears 29,746 MWh on 31 May at Rs. 3,192.87/MWh
The Indian Energy Exchange's Green Day-Ahead Market scheduled 29,746.17 MWh for delivery date 31 May 2026 — split across solar 15,747.02 MWh, non-solar 11,915.22 MWh and hydro 2,083.99 MWh — at an average market clearing price of Rs. 3,192.87/MWh. Over the 25 May-1 June window, G-DAM purchase bids totalled 1,285,893 MWh, reflecting steady demand for renewable energy on the green segment.
8NLDC's REMC report shows VRE met 29.67% of India's peak demand on 27 May
Grid-India's NLDC Renewable Energy Management Centre report for 27 May 2026 records all-India maximum demand met of 258,509 MW, with variable renewable energy contributing 76,698 MW or 29.67% of demand — solar at 21.62% (55,896 MW) and wind at 8.05% (20,802 MW). The report also notes an all-time-high VRE generation of 89,110 MW on 20 May 2026 and an all-time-high solar generation of 82,537 MW on 27 March 2026.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8IEX Green Term-Ahead Market trades daylight solar contracts at Rs. 1,406/MWh, non-solar up to Rs. 10,000/MWh on 31 May
Green Term-Ahead Market trade data at the Indian Energy Exchange for 31 May 2026 shows daily-and-contingency solar blocks clearing at Rs. 1,406.00/MWh for volumes around 45 MWh, while non-solar hourly blocks traded at Rs. 10,000.00/MWh for 69 MWh each. The spread between deeply discounted daytime solar and premium-priced non-solar energy illustrates the time-of-day value gap in the green spot market.
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8IEEFA warns India's battery-cell demand will surge tenfold to 272 GWh by FY2030 amid import reliance
An IEEFA commentary dated 29 May 2026 warns that India's advanced chemistry cell battery demand will surge from 28 GWh in 2025 to a projected 272 GWh by FY2030, while nearly every battery cell powering the country's transport and grid electrification is still imported, largely from China. The authors caution that India's bid to cut crude-oil import dependence through transport electrification risks substituting one import reliance for another.
8WIPO-IRENA report maps around 78,000 patents driving decarbonisation of heavy-duty road transport
The WIPO-IRENA Patent Landscape Report on Decarbonizing Heavy-Duty Road Transport (2026) finds that low-emission heavy-duty-road-transport patents grew from about 7% of road-transport patents in 2000 to roughly 20% in 2024, mapping nearly 78,000 patents. Batteries accounted for 73% of all low-emission energy patents in 2024, even as road transport generated 6.2 Gt of CO2 in 2023, over three-quarters of all transport emissions.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8GERC orders Jubilant Infrastructure to refile RPO-compliance petition under 2025 regulations for FY 2024-25
In Petition No. 2512 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, GERC directed Jubilant Infrastructure Limited to amend its renewable purchase obligation compliance petition for FY 2024-25 — covering energy sale of 57.58 MUs and distribution losses of 0.546% — to align with the RPO Regulations, 2025. The petitioner was given two weeks to place the revised RPO-fulfilment details on record.
8Torrent Power told to refile Dahej SEZ RPO-revision plea under GERC's 2025 rules
GERC, in Petition No. 2524 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, considered Torrent Power Limited's plea to revise the minimum quantum of renewable purchase for FY 2024-25 for the Dahej SEZ area. Holding that compliance for FY 2024-25 must be verified under the RPO Regulations, 2025, the Commission directed Torrent Power to amend the petition with full RPO-fulfilment details within two weeks before public comments are sought.
8GERC directs Torrent Power to recast Dholera SIR RPO-revision petition within two weeks
In a parallel order dated 30 May 2026 in Petition No. 2525 of 2025, GERC asked Torrent Power Limited to amend its petition seeking revision of the minimum renewable-purchase quantum for FY 2024-25 for the Dholera SIR area. The Commission ruled that since RPO compliance for FY 2024-25 falls under the RPO Regulations, 2025, the petitioner must place the relevant fulfilment details on record within two weeks.
8MSERC proposes first amendment to renewable-energy tariff rules, issues pre-publication notice
The Meghalaya State Electricity Regulatory Commission, via a pre-publication notification dated 18 May 2026, proposed the MSERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff for Generation from Renewable Energy Sources) (First Amendment) Regulations, 2025, under Sections 86(1) and 61 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The amendment revisits renewable-tariff regulations originally notified on 19 December 2025 after the Commission's review identified provisions needing change.
8MPSEZ Utilities' RPO-compliance petition under 2025 regulations advances at GERC with public notice directive
GERC, in Petition No. 2656 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, took up MPSEZ Utilities Limited's compliance petition under the GERC (Procurement of Energy from Renewable Sources) Regulations, 2025, which stipulate RPO targets across RE categories along with storage obligations. The Commission directed the petitioner to publish a public notice inviting stakeholder comments and have the petition uploaded for public views.
8GIFT Power's FY 2024-25 RPO-status petition sent back by GERC for realignment to 2025 regulations
GERC, in Petition No. 2575 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, took up GIFT Power Company Limited's plea on RPO compliance status for FY 2024-25 under the RPO Regulations, 2010. Observing that any annual RPO review requires a public notice inviting stakeholder comments and that FY 2024-25 compliance must proceed under the RPO Regulations, 2025, the Commission directed the petitioner to amend the present petition within two weeks. Details
NEWS UPDATE: PROJECT AWARDS & CAPACITY ADDITION
Jun 01:
WORK ORDERS & SUPPLY CONTRACTS
8Solar Industries India bags Rs. 1,076-crore defence export order from international clients
Solar Industries India Limited intimated the exchanges that it had received export orders worth Rs. 1,076 crore for the supply of defence products to international clients, to be delivered over a defined period. The disclosure, made under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations, adds to the explosives-and-defence major's growing overseas defence order pipeline.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8SECI lists 1,200 MW of solar-plus-storage capacity at Rs. 3.12-3.13/kWh under ISTS Tranche-XXI
SECI's 'Power Available for Sale' statement as on 29 May 2026 shows 1,200 MW of contracted Solar+BESS capacity under the ISTS Tranche-XXI scheme at discovered tariffs of Rs. 3.12-3.13/kWh, with developers including NLC India Renewables (600 MW), Engie Energy India (200 MW), RPIL Power Three (300 MW) and Oriana Power (100 MW). A trading margin of Rs. 0.07/kWh applies, and developers must additionally supply half the contracted capacity for six peak hours.
8UPERC adopts PM-KUSUM solar tariffs and approves 29 PPAs for 165.5 MW under Petition 2346
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Petition No. 2346 of 2026 disposed of on 29 May 2026, adopted the tariffs discovered for grid-connected solar plants on segregated agriculture feeders under Component C-2 of the PM KUSUM scheme and approved 29 PPAs for 165.5 MW between project developers and UPPCL. Discovered tariffs spanned roughly Rs. 2.01-Rs. 3.20/kWh, including bids at Rs. 2.20/kWh and Rs. 2.99/kWh.
8UPERC clears 28 more PM-KUSUM solar PPAs for 56 MW under Petition 2347
In Petition No. 2347 of 2026, also decided on 29 May 2026, UPERC adopted the discovered tariffs and approved 28 PPAs totalling 56 MW between project developers and UPPCL for grid-connected solar plants on segregated agriculture feeders under PM KUSUM Component C-2. The approvals advance the same RESCO-mode RfS aggregating 2,553.5 MW aimed at supplying daytime power for agricultural use across Uttar Pradesh.
8HPERC approves PPA for Sai Eternal Foundation's 1.40 MW small hydro project with HPSEBL
The Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, in its order dated 29 May 2026 in Petition No. 84 of 2026, approved the joint petition of HPSEBL and M/s Sai Eternal Foundation under Section 86(1)(b) for the power purchase agreement of a 1.40 MW small hydro electric project. The Commission set tariff applicability per its 4th Control Period, provided for free power to the Government of Himachal Pradesh per the implementation agreement.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8OPWIND presses GERC to enforce 25 MW wind-solar hybrid timeline at Kalawad against GETCO
In Petition No. 2642 of 2026, decided on 30 May 2026, GERC heard M/s OPWIND Energy Pvt. Limited's plea to enforce commissioning timelines for a 25 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Project at the 220 kV Kalawad sub-station, alleging Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation's refusal to give effect to the Commission's order of 21 January 2026 in Petition No. 2490 of 2025. GETCO was granted two weeks to file its reply.
8GSECL files for tariff of 210 MW Babarzar solar project; GERC allows GUVNL rejoinder window
In Petition No. 2650 of 2026 dated 30 May 2026, GERC took up Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited's petition under Section 62 read with Section 86(1)(a) for determination of tariff for a 210 MW solar photovoltaic grid-connected project at Babarzar in Jamnagar district. With Respondent GUVNL having filed its reply, the Commission allowed GSECL two weeks to file a rejoinder.
8GERC advances GSECL's 55 MW Sanes solar-tariff petition, allows rejoinder to GUVNL reply
GERC, in Petition No. 2651 of 2026 dated 30 May 2026, heard Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited's plea for determination of tariff for a 55 MW solar photovoltaic grid-connected project at Sanes in Bhavnagar district. With Respondent GUVNL having filed its reply, the Commission permitted GSECL to file a rejoinder within two weeks and to move an interlocutory application if needed before the next hearing. Details
8Solar Industries India bags Rs. 1,076-crore defence export order from international clients
Solar Industries India Limited intimated the exchanges that it had received export orders worth Rs. 1,076 crore for the supply of defence products to international clients, to be delivered over a defined period. The disclosure, made under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations, adds to the explosives-and-defence major's growing overseas defence order pipeline.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8SECI lists 1,200 MW of solar-plus-storage capacity at Rs. 3.12-3.13/kWh under ISTS Tranche-XXI
SECI's 'Power Available for Sale' statement as on 29 May 2026 shows 1,200 MW of contracted Solar+BESS capacity under the ISTS Tranche-XXI scheme at discovered tariffs of Rs. 3.12-3.13/kWh, with developers including NLC India Renewables (600 MW), Engie Energy India (200 MW), RPIL Power Three (300 MW) and Oriana Power (100 MW). A trading margin of Rs. 0.07/kWh applies, and developers must additionally supply half the contracted capacity for six peak hours.
8UPERC adopts PM-KUSUM solar tariffs and approves 29 PPAs for 165.5 MW under Petition 2346
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Petition No. 2346 of 2026 disposed of on 29 May 2026, adopted the tariffs discovered for grid-connected solar plants on segregated agriculture feeders under Component C-2 of the PM KUSUM scheme and approved 29 PPAs for 165.5 MW between project developers and UPPCL. Discovered tariffs spanned roughly Rs. 2.01-Rs. 3.20/kWh, including bids at Rs. 2.20/kWh and Rs. 2.99/kWh.
8UPERC clears 28 more PM-KUSUM solar PPAs for 56 MW under Petition 2347
In Petition No. 2347 of 2026, also decided on 29 May 2026, UPERC adopted the discovered tariffs and approved 28 PPAs totalling 56 MW between project developers and UPPCL for grid-connected solar plants on segregated agriculture feeders under PM KUSUM Component C-2. The approvals advance the same RESCO-mode RfS aggregating 2,553.5 MW aimed at supplying daytime power for agricultural use across Uttar Pradesh.
8HPERC approves PPA for Sai Eternal Foundation's 1.40 MW small hydro project with HPSEBL
The Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, in its order dated 29 May 2026 in Petition No. 84 of 2026, approved the joint petition of HPSEBL and M/s Sai Eternal Foundation under Section 86(1)(b) for the power purchase agreement of a 1.40 MW small hydro electric project. The Commission set tariff applicability per its 4th Control Period, provided for free power to the Government of Himachal Pradesh per the implementation agreement.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8OPWIND presses GERC to enforce 25 MW wind-solar hybrid timeline at Kalawad against GETCO
In Petition No. 2642 of 2026, decided on 30 May 2026, GERC heard M/s OPWIND Energy Pvt. Limited's plea to enforce commissioning timelines for a 25 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Project at the 220 kV Kalawad sub-station, alleging Gujarat Energy Transmission Corporation's refusal to give effect to the Commission's order of 21 January 2026 in Petition No. 2490 of 2025. GETCO was granted two weeks to file its reply.
8GSECL files for tariff of 210 MW Babarzar solar project; GERC allows GUVNL rejoinder window
In Petition No. 2650 of 2026 dated 30 May 2026, GERC took up Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited's petition under Section 62 read with Section 86(1)(a) for determination of tariff for a 210 MW solar photovoltaic grid-connected project at Babarzar in Jamnagar district. With Respondent GUVNL having filed its reply, the Commission allowed GSECL two weeks to file a rejoinder.
8GERC advances GSECL's 55 MW Sanes solar-tariff petition, allows rejoinder to GUVNL reply
GERC, in Petition No. 2651 of 2026 dated 30 May 2026, heard Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited's plea for determination of tariff for a 55 MW solar photovoltaic grid-connected project at Sanes in Bhavnagar district. With Respondent GUVNL having filed its reply, the Commission permitted GSECL to file a rejoinder within two weeks and to move an interlocutory application if needed before the next hearing. Details
NEWS UPDATE: TARIFF & REGULATORY ORDERS
Jun 01:
COMMISSION ORDERS (CERC/SERC)
8CERC grants POWERGRID subsidiary a transmission licence for Rs. 3,118.6-million-a-year Angul-Srikakulam 765 kV link
CERC, in Petition No. 121/TL/2026 dated 28 May 2026, allowed SR and ER Power Transmission Limited — a wholly owned subsidiary of Power Grid Corporation of India Limited — a transmission licence to Build, Own, Operate and Transfer the Angul-Srikakulam 765 kV second double-circuit line with 240 MVAr switchable line reactors at both ends and a 330 MVAr bus reactor at Angul, scheduled for commissioning within 30 months at a lowest quoted annual transmission charge of Rs. 3,118.60 million.
8Enerica Infra wins Morena SEZ RE-evacuation licence at Rs. 1,562.34 million/year to wheel 2,500 MW in Madhya Pradesh
CERC, in Petition No. 131/TL/2026 dated 28 May 2026, granted a transmission licence to Morena-I SEZ Transmission Limited for the system evacuating power from RE projects in Morena SEZ, Madhya Pradesh Phase-I (2,500 MW). The scope includes a 765/400 kV Morena pooling station with 3x1,500 MVA and 2x500 MVA transformers to be built within 27 months. Enerica Infra 1 Private Limited was declared the successful bidder at Rs. 1,562.34 million annually.
8CERC clears Rs. 1,300-million POWERGRID licence to integrate 3 GW of RE at Bellary and Davanagere in Karnataka
In Petition No. 133/TL/2026 dated 28 May 2026, CERC allowed POWERGRID Bellary Davanagere Transmission Limited a licence to integrate additional RE potential at Davanagere (0.25 GW) and Bellary (2.75 GW). Works include 2x1,500 MVA 765/400 kV transformers at Davanagere and six 500 MVA 400/220 kV ICTs at Bellary, scheduled within 24 months. Power Grid Corporation of India Limited won the REC Power Development-run bid at Rs. 1,300.00 million annually.
8CERC trues up NEEPCO's 135 MW Agartala gas station, allows revised AFC peaking at Rs. 192.77 crore for 2023-24
CERC, in Petition No. 39/GT/2025 dated 28 May 2026, completed the truing-up of the generation tariff for North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited's 135 MW Agartala Gas Based Power Station for 2019-24 and determined the 2024-29 tariff. Revised annual fixed charges for 2023-24 were set at Rs. 19,277.40 lakh against an opening capital cost of about Rs. 652.93 crore. The 2024-25 AFC was allowed at Rs. 20,694.84 lakh.
8NTPC's 440 MW Tanda Stage-I tariff revised by CERC, annual fixed charges around Rs. 363 crore for 2019-24
CERC, in Petition No. 701/GT/2025 dated 28 May 2026, revised the tariff of NTPC Limited's 440 MW Tanda Super Thermal Power Station Stage-I for 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2024 after truing-up, with Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited as the beneficiary. On an average capital cost of about Rs. 1,243.75 crore, allowed annual fixed charges ranged from Rs. 36,546.51 lakh in 2019-20 to Rs. 36,330.11 lakh in 2023-24.
8CERC finalises northern-region transformer-augmentation transmission tariff, allows Rs. 3,515.95 lakh AFC for 2023-24
In Petition No. 751/TT/2025 dated 28 May 2026, CERC trued up the 2019-24 transmission tariff and determined the 2024-29 tariff for combined assets covering augmentation of transformers in the Northern Region, Part-B. Allowed annual fixed charges for Combined Assets 1 to 4 and 7 rose from Rs. 3,377.48 lakh in 2019-20 to Rs. 3,515.95 lakh in 2023-24, easing to Rs. 3,079.51 lakh by 2028-29.
8GERC moves to quarterly FPPAS recovery for FY 2026-27, tightens DISCOM disclosure and CA certification
In its suo-motu order dated 29 May 2026 in Petition No. 2646 of 2026, GERC finalised the computation and recovery framework for the Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge for FY 2026-27 under the GERC (MYT) Regulations, 2024. The Commission allowed FPPAS to be computed and recovered on a quarterly basis, subject to year-end truing-up, directing all distribution licensees to submit detailed quarterly calculations certified by a practising Chartered Accountant.
8WBERC allows WBPDCL to recover Rs. 88,571.86 lakh in FY 2019-20 fuel-cost adjustment
The West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission, in its order dated 29 May 2026 in Cases FPPCA-104/21-22 and APR-93/21-22, determined the Fuel and Power Purchase Cost Adjustment for West Bengal Power Development Corporation Limited for FY 2019-20. The Commission found Rs. 88,571.86 lakh recoverable by WBPDCL, while directing a refund of Rs. 4,763.26 lakh to WBSETCL on transmission assets and ruling no carrying cost admissible.
8WBERC approves Rs. 2/kWh capped tariff for Himadri's 12 MW waste-gas plant through 2034
The West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Case No. PPA-120 (Vol-II)/25-26 dated 29 May 2026, approved the fourth supplementary agreement for surplus power from Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd's 12 MW waste-gas-based plant to WBSEDCL, extending the PPA up to 16 February 2034. The Commission found the mutually agreed capped rate of Rs. 2.00/kWh well within its Rs. 3.34/kWh ceiling and below WBSEDCL's average power-purchase cost of Rs. 3.66/kWh for 2025-26.
8TNERC floats draft 2026 deviation settlement mechanism rules, seeks comments by 13 June
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission published the Draft TNERC (Deviation Settlement Mechanism and Related Matters) Regulations, 2026 via Notification No. TNERC/DSM&RM/22 dated 29 May 2026, proposing amendments to the 2019 DSM regulations under Sections 32 and 33 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The draft will be taken up for consideration after fifteen days from publication, with stakeholder comments invited by 13 June 2026.
8TNERC releases draft 2026 intra-state transmission tariff regulations under multi-year framework
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission issued the Draft TNERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff for Intra-State Transmission System) Regulations, 2026, dated 31 May 2026, setting out a Multi-Year Tariff framework, petition procedures and general principles. The comprehensive draft governs how intra-state transmission tariff in Tamil Nadu will be computed in the coming control period, inviting stakeholder participation before finalisation.
8MSERC unveils draft multi-year tariff regulations 2026, effective for tariffs from April 2027
The Meghalaya State Electricity Regulatory Commission issued the Draft MSERC (Multi Year Tariff) Regulations, 2026, dated 25 May 2026, to replace the 2014 MYT framework for all generating companies, transmission and distribution licensees in the state. The 179-page draft will apply to tariff determination from 1 April 2027, while truing-up of revenues for years before 2027-28 will continue under the 2014 regulations.
8WBERC extends comment deadline on draft 2025 tariff regulations to 22 June 2026
The West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission, in a public notice dated 29 May 2026, extended the last date for stakeholder suggestions on the Draft WBERC (Terms and Conditions of Tariff) Regulations, 2025 to 22 June 2026. The extension responds to requests from various stakeholders, with the 297-page draft governing future tariff determination in West Bengal. Several extension notices have been issued since November 2025.
8GSECL seeks NAPAF and auxiliary-consumption revision for 2x250 MW Bhavnagar lignite station; GERC allows reply time
In Petition No. 2592 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, GERC heard Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited's plea under Regulation 12.1 of the GERC (MYT) Regulations, 2024 to amend Regulation 53 and revise the Normative Annual Plant Availability Factor and auxiliary consumption for the 2x250 MW Bhavnagar Lignite Thermal Power Station. Respondent GUVNL was given two weeks to file its reply before the next hearing.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8APTEL orders DVC to refund Tata Steel's delayed-payment surcharge at SBI prime rate in Rs. 37.57-crore AMG dispute
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in its judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal No. 179 of 2021, partly allowed Tata Steel's challenge to a JSERC order concerning Damodar Valley Corporation's Additional Minimum Guarantee bills totalling Rs. 37.57 crore for 2001-02. Invoking Section 62(6) of the Electricity Act, the Tribunal set aside the impugned order on the interest issue and directed that the delayed payment surcharge be refunded with interest at the SBI Prime Lending Rate.
8APTEL rejects Essar Power's Rs. 1,556-crore compound-interest claim against GUVNL
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in its judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal No. 692 of 2023, disposed of Essar Power's appeal against a GERC order denying compound interest on monetary claims under a PPA dated 30 May 1996. The appellant had claimed Rs. 1,556 crore in compound interest, but the Tribunal held the claim misconceived and upheld the award of simple interest at the bank rate.
8APTEL allows NTPC appeal, restores Rs. 125-crore wagon-tippler capitalisation claim for fresh CERC review
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in its judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal No. 10 of 2018, allowed NTPC's challenge against CERC's disallowance of additional capitalisation — Rs. 112.50 crore for 2016-17 and Rs. 12.50 crore for 2017-18 — towards wagon tippler and associated works. The Tribunal set aside the disallowance and remanded the matter to CERC for fresh consideration with appropriate directions to NTPC.
8APTEL remands BSES DISCOMs' income-tax refund dispute against DERC's 2015-16 tariff orders
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in a common judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal Nos. 92 and 93 of 2016, disposed of BSES Rajdhani Power Limited's and BSES Yamuna's challenge to DERC tariff orders of 29 September 2015. The Tribunal remanded the issues of non-refund of income tax to the DISCOMs and the excess recovery by PPCL from the appellants to DERC to work out the precise liability afresh.
8MPUVNL moves MPERC to fix reactive-power compensation for HT-level RE generators
Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. filed Petition No. 12 of 2026 before MPERC under Para 1(b) of Appendix-K of the MP Grid Code, 2024, seeking determination of reactive-power compensation for RE generators injecting at HT level into the intra-state transmission or distribution grid. The petition covers projects under PM-KUSUM and Surya Mitra Krishi Feeder schemes and relies on a World Bank-supported MANIT report on reactive-power management.
8UPERC gives petitioners six weeks to file rejoinders in 215 MW solar tariff-adoption case
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Petition No. 1110 of 2016 heard on 29 May 2026, continued proceedings on UPPCL and UPNEDA's plea to adopt tariffs discovered through competitive bidding for procurement of 215 MW of solar power. Having closed the filing opportunity for several non-responsive respondents, the Commission granted petitioners six weeks to file rejoinders and listed the matter for the next hearing on 6 August 2026. Details
8CERC grants POWERGRID subsidiary a transmission licence for Rs. 3,118.6-million-a-year Angul-Srikakulam 765 kV link
CERC, in Petition No. 121/TL/2026 dated 28 May 2026, allowed SR and ER Power Transmission Limited — a wholly owned subsidiary of Power Grid Corporation of India Limited — a transmission licence to Build, Own, Operate and Transfer the Angul-Srikakulam 765 kV second double-circuit line with 240 MVAr switchable line reactors at both ends and a 330 MVAr bus reactor at Angul, scheduled for commissioning within 30 months at a lowest quoted annual transmission charge of Rs. 3,118.60 million.
8Enerica Infra wins Morena SEZ RE-evacuation licence at Rs. 1,562.34 million/year to wheel 2,500 MW in Madhya Pradesh
CERC, in Petition No. 131/TL/2026 dated 28 May 2026, granted a transmission licence to Morena-I SEZ Transmission Limited for the system evacuating power from RE projects in Morena SEZ, Madhya Pradesh Phase-I (2,500 MW). The scope includes a 765/400 kV Morena pooling station with 3x1,500 MVA and 2x500 MVA transformers to be built within 27 months. Enerica Infra 1 Private Limited was declared the successful bidder at Rs. 1,562.34 million annually.
8CERC clears Rs. 1,300-million POWERGRID licence to integrate 3 GW of RE at Bellary and Davanagere in Karnataka
In Petition No. 133/TL/2026 dated 28 May 2026, CERC allowed POWERGRID Bellary Davanagere Transmission Limited a licence to integrate additional RE potential at Davanagere (0.25 GW) and Bellary (2.75 GW). Works include 2x1,500 MVA 765/400 kV transformers at Davanagere and six 500 MVA 400/220 kV ICTs at Bellary, scheduled within 24 months. Power Grid Corporation of India Limited won the REC Power Development-run bid at Rs. 1,300.00 million annually.
8CERC trues up NEEPCO's 135 MW Agartala gas station, allows revised AFC peaking at Rs. 192.77 crore for 2023-24
CERC, in Petition No. 39/GT/2025 dated 28 May 2026, completed the truing-up of the generation tariff for North Eastern Electric Power Corporation Limited's 135 MW Agartala Gas Based Power Station for 2019-24 and determined the 2024-29 tariff. Revised annual fixed charges for 2023-24 were set at Rs. 19,277.40 lakh against an opening capital cost of about Rs. 652.93 crore. The 2024-25 AFC was allowed at Rs. 20,694.84 lakh.
8NTPC's 440 MW Tanda Stage-I tariff revised by CERC, annual fixed charges around Rs. 363 crore for 2019-24
CERC, in Petition No. 701/GT/2025 dated 28 May 2026, revised the tariff of NTPC Limited's 440 MW Tanda Super Thermal Power Station Stage-I for 1 April 2019 to 31 March 2024 after truing-up, with Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited as the beneficiary. On an average capital cost of about Rs. 1,243.75 crore, allowed annual fixed charges ranged from Rs. 36,546.51 lakh in 2019-20 to Rs. 36,330.11 lakh in 2023-24.
8CERC finalises northern-region transformer-augmentation transmission tariff, allows Rs. 3,515.95 lakh AFC for 2023-24
In Petition No. 751/TT/2025 dated 28 May 2026, CERC trued up the 2019-24 transmission tariff and determined the 2024-29 tariff for combined assets covering augmentation of transformers in the Northern Region, Part-B. Allowed annual fixed charges for Combined Assets 1 to 4 and 7 rose from Rs. 3,377.48 lakh in 2019-20 to Rs. 3,515.95 lakh in 2023-24, easing to Rs. 3,079.51 lakh by 2028-29.
8GERC moves to quarterly FPPAS recovery for FY 2026-27, tightens DISCOM disclosure and CA certification
In its suo-motu order dated 29 May 2026 in Petition No. 2646 of 2026, GERC finalised the computation and recovery framework for the Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge for FY 2026-27 under the GERC (MYT) Regulations, 2024. The Commission allowed FPPAS to be computed and recovered on a quarterly basis, subject to year-end truing-up, directing all distribution licensees to submit detailed quarterly calculations certified by a practising Chartered Accountant.
8WBERC allows WBPDCL to recover Rs. 88,571.86 lakh in FY 2019-20 fuel-cost adjustment
The West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission, in its order dated 29 May 2026 in Cases FPPCA-104/21-22 and APR-93/21-22, determined the Fuel and Power Purchase Cost Adjustment for West Bengal Power Development Corporation Limited for FY 2019-20. The Commission found Rs. 88,571.86 lakh recoverable by WBPDCL, while directing a refund of Rs. 4,763.26 lakh to WBSETCL on transmission assets and ruling no carrying cost admissible.
8WBERC approves Rs. 2/kWh capped tariff for Himadri's 12 MW waste-gas plant through 2034
The West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Case No. PPA-120 (Vol-II)/25-26 dated 29 May 2026, approved the fourth supplementary agreement for surplus power from Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd's 12 MW waste-gas-based plant to WBSEDCL, extending the PPA up to 16 February 2034. The Commission found the mutually agreed capped rate of Rs. 2.00/kWh well within its Rs. 3.34/kWh ceiling and below WBSEDCL's average power-purchase cost of Rs. 3.66/kWh for 2025-26.
8TNERC floats draft 2026 deviation settlement mechanism rules, seeks comments by 13 June
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission published the Draft TNERC (Deviation Settlement Mechanism and Related Matters) Regulations, 2026 via Notification No. TNERC/DSM&RM/22 dated 29 May 2026, proposing amendments to the 2019 DSM regulations under Sections 32 and 33 of the Electricity Act, 2003. The draft will be taken up for consideration after fifteen days from publication, with stakeholder comments invited by 13 June 2026.
8TNERC releases draft 2026 intra-state transmission tariff regulations under multi-year framework
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission issued the Draft TNERC (Terms and Conditions for Determination of Tariff for Intra-State Transmission System) Regulations, 2026, dated 31 May 2026, setting out a Multi-Year Tariff framework, petition procedures and general principles. The comprehensive draft governs how intra-state transmission tariff in Tamil Nadu will be computed in the coming control period, inviting stakeholder participation before finalisation.
8MSERC unveils draft multi-year tariff regulations 2026, effective for tariffs from April 2027
The Meghalaya State Electricity Regulatory Commission issued the Draft MSERC (Multi Year Tariff) Regulations, 2026, dated 25 May 2026, to replace the 2014 MYT framework for all generating companies, transmission and distribution licensees in the state. The 179-page draft will apply to tariff determination from 1 April 2027, while truing-up of revenues for years before 2027-28 will continue under the 2014 regulations.
8WBERC extends comment deadline on draft 2025 tariff regulations to 22 June 2026
The West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission, in a public notice dated 29 May 2026, extended the last date for stakeholder suggestions on the Draft WBERC (Terms and Conditions of Tariff) Regulations, 2025 to 22 June 2026. The extension responds to requests from various stakeholders, with the 297-page draft governing future tariff determination in West Bengal. Several extension notices have been issued since November 2025.
8GSECL seeks NAPAF and auxiliary-consumption revision for 2x250 MW Bhavnagar lignite station; GERC allows reply time
In Petition No. 2592 of 2025 dated 30 May 2026, GERC heard Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited's plea under Regulation 12.1 of the GERC (MYT) Regulations, 2024 to amend Regulation 53 and revise the Normative Annual Plant Availability Factor and auxiliary consumption for the 2x250 MW Bhavnagar Lignite Thermal Power Station. Respondent GUVNL was given two weeks to file its reply before the next hearing.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8APTEL orders DVC to refund Tata Steel's delayed-payment surcharge at SBI prime rate in Rs. 37.57-crore AMG dispute
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in its judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal No. 179 of 2021, partly allowed Tata Steel's challenge to a JSERC order concerning Damodar Valley Corporation's Additional Minimum Guarantee bills totalling Rs. 37.57 crore for 2001-02. Invoking Section 62(6) of the Electricity Act, the Tribunal set aside the impugned order on the interest issue and directed that the delayed payment surcharge be refunded with interest at the SBI Prime Lending Rate.
8APTEL rejects Essar Power's Rs. 1,556-crore compound-interest claim against GUVNL
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in its judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal No. 692 of 2023, disposed of Essar Power's appeal against a GERC order denying compound interest on monetary claims under a PPA dated 30 May 1996. The appellant had claimed Rs. 1,556 crore in compound interest, but the Tribunal held the claim misconceived and upheld the award of simple interest at the bank rate.
8APTEL allows NTPC appeal, restores Rs. 125-crore wagon-tippler capitalisation claim for fresh CERC review
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in its judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal No. 10 of 2018, allowed NTPC's challenge against CERC's disallowance of additional capitalisation — Rs. 112.50 crore for 2016-17 and Rs. 12.50 crore for 2017-18 — towards wagon tippler and associated works. The Tribunal set aside the disallowance and remanded the matter to CERC for fresh consideration with appropriate directions to NTPC.
8APTEL remands BSES DISCOMs' income-tax refund dispute against DERC's 2015-16 tariff orders
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity, in a common judgment dated 29 May 2026 in Appeal Nos. 92 and 93 of 2016, disposed of BSES Rajdhani Power Limited's and BSES Yamuna's challenge to DERC tariff orders of 29 September 2015. The Tribunal remanded the issues of non-refund of income tax to the DISCOMs and the excess recovery by PPCL from the appellants to DERC to work out the precise liability afresh.
8MPUVNL moves MPERC to fix reactive-power compensation for HT-level RE generators
Madhya Pradesh Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. filed Petition No. 12 of 2026 before MPERC under Para 1(b) of Appendix-K of the MP Grid Code, 2024, seeking determination of reactive-power compensation for RE generators injecting at HT level into the intra-state transmission or distribution grid. The petition covers projects under PM-KUSUM and Surya Mitra Krishi Feeder schemes and relies on a World Bank-supported MANIT report on reactive-power management.
8UPERC gives petitioners six weeks to file rejoinders in 215 MW solar tariff-adoption case
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, in Petition No. 1110 of 2016 heard on 29 May 2026, continued proceedings on UPPCL and UPNEDA's plea to adopt tariffs discovered through competitive bidding for procurement of 215 MW of solar power. Having closed the filing opportunity for several non-responsive respondents, the Commission granted petitioners six weeks to file rejoinders and listed the matter for the next hearing on 6 August 2026. Details
NEWS UPDATE: FINANCIAL RESULTS & CORPORATE PERFORMANCE
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ANNUAL RESULTS
8Inox Wind's FY26 net profit leaps 42.5% to Rs. 547.46 crore on Rs. 3,896-crore revenue; board clears Rs. 1,250-crore rights issue
Inox Wind Limited reported audited FY26 revenue from operations of Rs. 3,896.4 crore, up from Rs. 3,498.74 crore a year earlier, with profit for the period rising to Rs. 547.46 crore from Rs. 384.06 crore. At its 29 May 2026 board meeting the company noted an earlier-approved proposal to raise up to Rs. 1,250 crore via a rights issue. The results also flagged an APTEL appeal Inox Green is pursuing after rejection of its plea to retain 300 MW connectivity at Bhuj-II.
8Inox Green Energy's O&M revenue climbs to Rs. 238.48 crore in FY26 as wind services portfolio expands
Inox Green Energy Services Limited reported audited FY26 revenue from operations of Rs. 238.48 crore, up from Rs. 189.38 crore the previous year, with operations-and-maintenance and common-infrastructure expenses of Rs. 122.29 crore. The board, meeting on 29 May 2026, recognised straight-line O&M revenue over contract periods, including Rs. 114.82 crore of services rendered, underscoring the wind-services arm's growing recurring-revenue base.
8IREDA posts Rs. 1,873-crore FY26 net profit on record Rs. 8,309-crore revenue from operations
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited reported FY26 total revenue from operations of Rs. 8,309.00 crore, up from Rs. 6,742.41 crore, and net profit after tax of Rs. 1,873.34 crore. The auditor's report, while clean on a true-and-fair basis, noted Rs. 394.00 crore of accounts kept under prudential watch. The Navratna NBFC's full standalone and consolidated financial statements run to over 250 pages.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure closes FY26 with 27.4% order growth to Rs. 3,430 crore and Rs. 1,911-crore backlog
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited declared audited FY26 results showing orders up 27.4% year-on-year to Rs. 3,430 crore and revenue up 9.6% to Rs. 2,891 crore, with profit before tax at 10.6% of sales (Rs. 305.8 crore). The order backlog as on 31 March 2026 jumped 50.1% year-on-year to Rs. 1,911 crore, while Q4 FY26 orders rose 1.4% to Rs. 772 crore on revenue of Rs. 590 crore.
8Techno Electric's Q4 FY26 revenue jumps 23.8% to Rs. 1,010 crore but PAT slips 15% to Rs. 115 crore
Techno Electric & Engineering reported Q4 FY26 revenue of Rs. 1,010 crore, up 23.8% year-on-year, even as EBITDA rose just 4.3% to Rs. 132 crore (margin down to 13.1% from 15.5%) and PAT fell 15% to Rs. 115 crore on higher material costs. ICICI Direct retained a BUY with a target of Rs. 1,280 (19% upside), citing an unexecuted order book of about Rs. 9,600 crore and an L1 position in a further Rs. 810 crore of projects.
8RMC Switchgears posts Rs. 401.59-crore FY26 revenue, up 26.4%, with Q4 net profit of Rs. 9.30 crore
RMC Switchgears Limited reported consolidated FY26 revenue of Rs. 401.59 crore, a 26.40% year-on-year rise from Rs. 317.73 crore, per a press release filed with BSE and NSE on 31 May 2026. The fourth quarter marked a turnaround with net profit of Rs. 9.30 crore, while full-year gross profit edged up to Rs. 95.06 crore for the Jaipur-based switchgear maker.
8GIPCL approves audited FY26 results and names new internal and secretarial auditors
Gujarat Industries Power Company Limited's board, meeting on 28 May 2026, approved the audited financial results for the half-year and year ended 31 March 2026 and appointed M/s JHS & Associates LLP as Internal Auditor and M/s Mukesh H Shah & Co. as Secretarial Auditor for the financial year. The state-promoted generator filed the board outcome with the stock exchanges.
8MePDCL posts Rs. 40,747 lakh quarterly operating revenue for quarter ended March 2026
The Statement of Accounts of Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited for the quarter ended 31 March 2026 reports revenue from operations of Rs. 40,747.46 lakh for the quarter and Rs. 183,456.05 lakh for the full year, alongside other income of Rs. 33,078.21 lakh for the quarter. Chartered accountants Parik & Co submitted an independent auditor's limited review report for the same period.
8MePDCL's RDSS submission reports FY 2023-24 operating revenue of Rs. 1,834.6 crore and AT&C loss of 13.51%
Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited's RDSS Annexure-II filing for the quarter ended March 2026 reports revenue from operations of Rs. 183,456.04 lakh for FY 2023-24, including Rs. 472.30 crore from inter-state sale and trading, and an AT&C loss of 13.51% against 22.31% in the comparative period. The format also captures transmission losses of 108.91 MU and gross trade receivables of about Rs. 2,602 crore.
8North Bihar Power Distribution's Q4 FY 2025-26 limited review comes back clean from auditors
Chartered accountants Kanhaiya Kumar & Associates submitted an Independent Auditor's Limited Review Report on the unaudited standalone financial results of North Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited for the quarter ended 31 March 2026, addressed to the company's Board of Directors. Conducted under ICAI's Standard on Review Engagements (SRE 2410), the review found nothing requiring qualification in the DISCOM's interim financial statement.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Inox Wind posts audio recording of 29 May analyst and investor call alongside FY26 results
Inox Wind Limited filed the audio recording of its conference call with analysts and investors held on 29 May 2026, under reference IWL:NOI:2026, in line with SEBI LODR disclosure norms. The recording accompanies the company's FY26 results, which showed net profit rising to Rs. 547.46 crore on revenue from operations of Rs. 3,896.4 crore, and the board's in-principle approval of the Rs. 1,250-crore rights issue.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure posts audio recording of FY26 results conference call
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited filed a disclosure sharing the link to the audio recording of its investor conference call held on the FY26 audited financial results, alongside an investor presentation showing orders of Rs. 3,430 crore and an order backlog of Rs. 1,911 crore as on 31 March 2026. Both filings were made under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8IREDA reaffirmed at AAA/Stable by India Ratings; holds BBB Stable from S&P
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited highlighted its credit-rating profile, with India Ratings affirming a long-term AAA/Stable rating and a comprehensive suite of domestic ratings, while S&P Global Ratings assigned a BBB long-term issuer credit rating with Stable outlook and an A-2 short-term rating. The Navratna and Schedule A CPSE, classified as an Infrastructure Finance Company by the RBI, also won Silver at the Green Urja Awards.
8ICRA reaffirms Haldia Energy's Rs. 450-crore commercial paper at A1+ on CESC-linked offtake
ICRA reaffirmed the [ICRA]A1+ rating on Haldia Energy Limited's Rs. 450-crore commercial paper programme on 29 May 2026, supported by the RP-Sanjiv Goenka group company's 600 MW coal-based plant meeting about 35-40% of CESC's annual power demand in its Kolkata distribution territory. The rating factors in a 2.57-MTPA fuel-supply agreement with Mahanadi Coalfields, a Coal India subsidiary.
8ICRA keeps Door Sanchar Hydro's Rs. 24.33-crore facilities at 'D' in non-cooperating category
ICRA continued to place Door Sanchar Hydro Power Private Limited's Rs. 24.33-crore rated facilities, including a Rs. 24.15-crore term loan, in the [ICRA]D 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category on 29 May 2026, citing the company's continued non-cooperation with the rating process. The hydro developer is part of a group with aggregate power capacity of over 12,000 MW that is also active in EPC.
8ICRA withdraws Terra Energy's Rs. 50-crore ratings, last held at 'D'
ICRA withdrew the ratings on Terra Energy Limited's Rs. 50-crore facilities on 29 May 2026, with the long-term fund-based limits last rated [ICRA]D under the 'Issuer Not Cooperating' tag. Terra Energy, incorporated in March 2000 following the demerger of TASL's cogeneration plants, operates 47.1 MW of bagasse-based capacity adjacent to TASL's sugar plants under steam-and-power barter arrangements.
8BSE fines Bharat Coking Coal Rs. 7.65 lakh for SEBI LODR non-compliance in Q4 FY26
Bharat Coking Coal Limited, a subsidiary of Coal India Limited under the Ministry of Coal, disclosed that BSE had imposed a fine of Rs. 7,64,640 (inclusive of GST) for non-compliance with various provisions of the SEBI LODR Regulations for the quarter ended 31 March 2026. The company said it was taking up the matter with the Ministry of Coal, including on the appointment of directors, to address the underlying compliance gaps. Details
8Inox Wind's FY26 net profit leaps 42.5% to Rs. 547.46 crore on Rs. 3,896-crore revenue; board clears Rs. 1,250-crore rights issue
Inox Wind Limited reported audited FY26 revenue from operations of Rs. 3,896.4 crore, up from Rs. 3,498.74 crore a year earlier, with profit for the period rising to Rs. 547.46 crore from Rs. 384.06 crore. At its 29 May 2026 board meeting the company noted an earlier-approved proposal to raise up to Rs. 1,250 crore via a rights issue. The results also flagged an APTEL appeal Inox Green is pursuing after rejection of its plea to retain 300 MW connectivity at Bhuj-II.
8Inox Green Energy's O&M revenue climbs to Rs. 238.48 crore in FY26 as wind services portfolio expands
Inox Green Energy Services Limited reported audited FY26 revenue from operations of Rs. 238.48 crore, up from Rs. 189.38 crore the previous year, with operations-and-maintenance and common-infrastructure expenses of Rs. 122.29 crore. The board, meeting on 29 May 2026, recognised straight-line O&M revenue over contract periods, including Rs. 114.82 crore of services rendered, underscoring the wind-services arm's growing recurring-revenue base.
8IREDA posts Rs. 1,873-crore FY26 net profit on record Rs. 8,309-crore revenue from operations
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited reported FY26 total revenue from operations of Rs. 8,309.00 crore, up from Rs. 6,742.41 crore, and net profit after tax of Rs. 1,873.34 crore. The auditor's report, while clean on a true-and-fair basis, noted Rs. 394.00 crore of accounts kept under prudential watch. The Navratna NBFC's full standalone and consolidated financial statements run to over 250 pages.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure closes FY26 with 27.4% order growth to Rs. 3,430 crore and Rs. 1,911-crore backlog
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited declared audited FY26 results showing orders up 27.4% year-on-year to Rs. 3,430 crore and revenue up 9.6% to Rs. 2,891 crore, with profit before tax at 10.6% of sales (Rs. 305.8 crore). The order backlog as on 31 March 2026 jumped 50.1% year-on-year to Rs. 1,911 crore, while Q4 FY26 orders rose 1.4% to Rs. 772 crore on revenue of Rs. 590 crore.
8Techno Electric's Q4 FY26 revenue jumps 23.8% to Rs. 1,010 crore but PAT slips 15% to Rs. 115 crore
Techno Electric & Engineering reported Q4 FY26 revenue of Rs. 1,010 crore, up 23.8% year-on-year, even as EBITDA rose just 4.3% to Rs. 132 crore (margin down to 13.1% from 15.5%) and PAT fell 15% to Rs. 115 crore on higher material costs. ICICI Direct retained a BUY with a target of Rs. 1,280 (19% upside), citing an unexecuted order book of about Rs. 9,600 crore and an L1 position in a further Rs. 810 crore of projects.
8RMC Switchgears posts Rs. 401.59-crore FY26 revenue, up 26.4%, with Q4 net profit of Rs. 9.30 crore
RMC Switchgears Limited reported consolidated FY26 revenue of Rs. 401.59 crore, a 26.40% year-on-year rise from Rs. 317.73 crore, per a press release filed with BSE and NSE on 31 May 2026. The fourth quarter marked a turnaround with net profit of Rs. 9.30 crore, while full-year gross profit edged up to Rs. 95.06 crore for the Jaipur-based switchgear maker.
8GIPCL approves audited FY26 results and names new internal and secretarial auditors
Gujarat Industries Power Company Limited's board, meeting on 28 May 2026, approved the audited financial results for the half-year and year ended 31 March 2026 and appointed M/s JHS & Associates LLP as Internal Auditor and M/s Mukesh H Shah & Co. as Secretarial Auditor for the financial year. The state-promoted generator filed the board outcome with the stock exchanges.
8MePDCL posts Rs. 40,747 lakh quarterly operating revenue for quarter ended March 2026
The Statement of Accounts of Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited for the quarter ended 31 March 2026 reports revenue from operations of Rs. 40,747.46 lakh for the quarter and Rs. 183,456.05 lakh for the full year, alongside other income of Rs. 33,078.21 lakh for the quarter. Chartered accountants Parik & Co submitted an independent auditor's limited review report for the same period.
8MePDCL's RDSS submission reports FY 2023-24 operating revenue of Rs. 1,834.6 crore and AT&C loss of 13.51%
Meghalaya Power Distribution Corporation Limited's RDSS Annexure-II filing for the quarter ended March 2026 reports revenue from operations of Rs. 183,456.04 lakh for FY 2023-24, including Rs. 472.30 crore from inter-state sale and trading, and an AT&C loss of 13.51% against 22.31% in the comparative period. The format also captures transmission losses of 108.91 MU and gross trade receivables of about Rs. 2,602 crore.
8North Bihar Power Distribution's Q4 FY 2025-26 limited review comes back clean from auditors
Chartered accountants Kanhaiya Kumar & Associates submitted an Independent Auditor's Limited Review Report on the unaudited standalone financial results of North Bihar Power Distribution Company Limited for the quarter ended 31 March 2026, addressed to the company's Board of Directors. Conducted under ICAI's Standard on Review Engagements (SRE 2410), the review found nothing requiring qualification in the DISCOM's interim financial statement.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8Inox Wind posts audio recording of 29 May analyst and investor call alongside FY26 results
Inox Wind Limited filed the audio recording of its conference call with analysts and investors held on 29 May 2026, under reference IWL:NOI:2026, in line with SEBI LODR disclosure norms. The recording accompanies the company's FY26 results, which showed net profit rising to Rs. 547.46 crore on revenue from operations of Rs. 3,896.4 crore, and the board's in-principle approval of the Rs. 1,250-crore rights issue.
8Schneider Electric Infrastructure posts audio recording of FY26 results conference call
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited filed a disclosure sharing the link to the audio recording of its investor conference call held on the FY26 audited financial results, alongside an investor presentation showing orders of Rs. 3,430 crore and an order backlog of Rs. 1,911 crore as on 31 March 2026. Both filings were made under Regulation 30 of the SEBI LODR Regulations.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8IREDA reaffirmed at AAA/Stable by India Ratings; holds BBB Stable from S&P
Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited highlighted its credit-rating profile, with India Ratings affirming a long-term AAA/Stable rating and a comprehensive suite of domestic ratings, while S&P Global Ratings assigned a BBB long-term issuer credit rating with Stable outlook and an A-2 short-term rating. The Navratna and Schedule A CPSE, classified as an Infrastructure Finance Company by the RBI, also won Silver at the Green Urja Awards.
8ICRA reaffirms Haldia Energy's Rs. 450-crore commercial paper at A1+ on CESC-linked offtake
ICRA reaffirmed the [ICRA]A1+ rating on Haldia Energy Limited's Rs. 450-crore commercial paper programme on 29 May 2026, supported by the RP-Sanjiv Goenka group company's 600 MW coal-based plant meeting about 35-40% of CESC's annual power demand in its Kolkata distribution territory. The rating factors in a 2.57-MTPA fuel-supply agreement with Mahanadi Coalfields, a Coal India subsidiary.
8ICRA keeps Door Sanchar Hydro's Rs. 24.33-crore facilities at 'D' in non-cooperating category
ICRA continued to place Door Sanchar Hydro Power Private Limited's Rs. 24.33-crore rated facilities, including a Rs. 24.15-crore term loan, in the [ICRA]D 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category on 29 May 2026, citing the company's continued non-cooperation with the rating process. The hydro developer is part of a group with aggregate power capacity of over 12,000 MW that is also active in EPC.
8ICRA withdraws Terra Energy's Rs. 50-crore ratings, last held at 'D'
ICRA withdrew the ratings on Terra Energy Limited's Rs. 50-crore facilities on 29 May 2026, with the long-term fund-based limits last rated [ICRA]D under the 'Issuer Not Cooperating' tag. Terra Energy, incorporated in March 2000 following the demerger of TASL's cogeneration plants, operates 47.1 MW of bagasse-based capacity adjacent to TASL's sugar plants under steam-and-power barter arrangements.
8BSE fines Bharat Coking Coal Rs. 7.65 lakh for SEBI LODR non-compliance in Q4 FY26
Bharat Coking Coal Limited, a subsidiary of Coal India Limited under the Ministry of Coal, disclosed that BSE had imposed a fine of Rs. 7,64,640 (inclusive of GST) for non-compliance with various provisions of the SEBI LODR Regulations for the quarter ended 31 March 2026. The company said it was taking up the matter with the Ministry of Coal, including on the appointment of directors, to address the underlying compliance gaps. Details
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8Tender for supply of ERW pipes, GI pipes, seamless tubes and bends for water lines Details
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8Tender for installation of 1x250KVA DTR and construction of HT line Details
8Design, supply, installation, retrofitting, testing and commissioning of 220kV bus bar panel Details
8Tender for supply, erection, testing and commissioning of 220 V DC, 510AH, KBH, Ni-Cd type battery set Details
8Tender for supply of liquor ammonia for chemical lab Details
8Tender for upgradation of CEMS and EQMS connectivity Details
8Tender for construction of feeder Details
8Tender for procurement of CCP bends Details
8Tender for procurement of sail hard plate 16 MM Details
8Tender for procurement of grinding roll and bull ring segment Details
8Tender for procurement of SS liner plate for coal Details
8Tender for tit-bit technical operational job ,operation of mill rejection Details
8Tender for procurement of 220 kV CT Details
8Tender for construction of in-plant Details
8Tender for construction of outgoing cable trench, development of switchyard Details
8Tender for service work of reinforcement sealing of exposed irrigation pipeline Details
8Tender for construction of new 11kV out going power cable trench, loops Details
8Tender for interior acoustic treatment, electrical Details
8Tender for construction of RCC drains and misc. works along Details
8Tender for procurement of tapping channel cross arm Details
8Tender for procurement of LT three phase channel cross arm Details
8Tender for supply of decentralized material and installation of 33kV isolator Details
8Tender for supply of decentralized material and installation of 11kV isolator Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of HT underground cable Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for supply of network cables Details
8Tender for supply, installation, commissioning and testing of new 24V lighting and dismantling of existing 230V lighting Details
8Tender for preventive maintenance contract of HT/LT motors along Details
8Tender for maintenance, defect attending & emergency work related to lighting system, LT motors Details
8Tender for supply of various fasteners and consumables Details
8Tender for work of mechanical strengthening and stub strengthening and H-frame replacement work Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for oil leakage attending with complete overhauling of 25 MVA, 15/6.75kV station auxiliary transformer Details
8Tender for work of applying anti-corrosive epoxy paint to various transformers Details
8Tender for supply, erection & commissioning of 11 kV lines Details
8Tender for rate contract for the work of online, preventive and breakdown maintenance for DM plant Details
8Tender for work of attending leaky tubes, joint replacement and tube nest Details
8Tender for supply of various types LED fixtures Details
8Tender for work of complete overhauling / breakdown maintenance of C.W pumps Details
8Tender for fabrication dismantling erection strengthening modification of various chutes hoppers wagon tipplers belt conveyors crusher houses Details
8Tender for providing RCC chamber with protection wall and cabin for installation of flow analyzer Details
8Tender for construction of RCC pavements Details
8Tender for laying of underground 11 kV XLPE cables Details
8Tender for erection of MS grill, toe guards, railings, ladders & various miscellaneous fabrication works Details
8Tender for manufacturing, transportation, supply & installation of various Details
8Tender for work of IN SITU repairing/overhauling of high energy drain valves Details
8Tender for work of bottom ash hopper restrengthening and repairing in boilers Details
8Tender for repair, maintenance, and installation of plant/ systems Details
8Tender for repair, maintenance, and installation of plant/ systems/equipments Details
8Tender for job for work of maintenance & troubleshooting of various lighting systems & routine, preventive, conditioning monitoring, shut down, breakdown maintenance & other misc. work Details
8Tender for supply of pulverized fuel bends Details
8Tender for procurement of 6.6/0.415 kV feeder protection numerical relays Details
8Tender for procurement of bearing housing for coal mills of boiler Details
8Tender for work of testing of DGA (dissolved gas Aanalysis) & other parameter of T/F oil at various Details
8Tender for work of augmentation of substation by addition of 25MVA, 132/33kV power transformer along Details
8Tender for work of overhauling of 132kV/220 kV CB poles Details
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8Tender for supply of ERW pipes, GI pipes, seamless tubes and bends for water lines Details
8Tender for providing & fixing concertina wire fencing with relevant misc. work Details
8Tender for supply of LT motors of various system Details
8Tender for supply of 245kV class centre break isolators with and without earth switch Details
8Tender for supply of 33 kV 800 Amp isolator Details
8Tender for construction of 1 No. 132kV bay equivalent to AL-59 panther conductor Details
8Tender for work of anti-corrosive and efficiency improvement coating of CCW pumps Details
8Tender for work of boiler rotary part Details
8Tender for supply of various electrical items Details
8Tender for routine /breakdown /capital maintenance work of 220kV and 400kV switchyards Details
8Tender for O and M of lighting network, 33/11 kV S/s Details
8Tender for supply of middle collectors (laterals/intrabed distributors) Details
8Tender for routine, breakdown and capital maintenance of generator, DG sets and hydrogen plant Details
8Tender for construction, repairs of culverts Details
8Tender for construction, repairs and maintenance of culverts Details
8Tender for estimate for 11 kV line feeder Details
8Tender for estimate for 11 kV line feeder underground railway crossing Details
8Tender for procurement of latest electro hydraulic actuators Details
8Tender for turnkey supply package for 5 nos. of 160 MVA, 220/33-33 kV power transformer Details
8Tender for supply of various consumable lighting material Details
8Tender for carrying out in-house routine tests of ambient air, flue gas emission, noise and other environment parameters Details
8Tender for assistance in electrical operation of boiler, turbine, generator and associated auxiliaries Details
8Tender for annual maintenance contract for transformers and equipment of 132 kV switchyard Details
8Tender for hi-chrome grinding media balls for ball mills of boiler Details
8Tender for annual repair and maintenance for civil works Details
8Tender for civil works at drill site Details
8Tender for construction of 40m x 25m PEB shed for turbine cell Details
8Tender for work of mechanical strengthening and stub strengthening of 66kV line Details
8Tender for repair and PVC lining Details
8Tender for renovation of project dispensary Details
8Tender for repair of existing air ventilation duct of air ventilation system Details
8Tender for supply of various guide rollers and stands Details
8Tender for supply, ETC and associated works for augmentation of 2x100 MVA, 220/132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for installation of 1x250KVA DTR and construction of HT line Details
8Design, supply, installation, retrofitting, testing and commissioning of 220kV bus bar panel Details
8Tender for supply, erection, testing and commissioning of 220 V DC, 510AH, KBH, Ni-Cd type battery set Details
8Tender for supply of liquor ammonia for chemical lab Details
8Tender for upgradation of CEMS and EQMS connectivity Details
8Tender for construction of feeder Details
8Tender for procurement of CCP bends Details
8Tender for procurement of sail hard plate 16 MM Details
8Tender for procurement of grinding roll and bull ring segment Details
8Tender for procurement of SS liner plate for coal Details
8Tender for tit-bit technical operational job ,operation of mill rejection Details
8Tender for procurement of 220 kV CT Details
8Tender for construction of in-plant Details
8Tender for construction of outgoing cable trench, development of switchyard Details
8Tender for service work of reinforcement sealing of exposed irrigation pipeline Details
8Tender for construction of new 11kV out going power cable trench, loops Details
8Tender for interior acoustic treatment, electrical Details
8Tender for construction of RCC drains and misc. works along Details
8Tender for procurement of tapping channel cross arm Details
8Tender for procurement of LT three phase channel cross arm Details
8Tender for supply of decentralized material and installation of 33kV isolator Details
8Tender for supply of decentralized material and installation of 11kV isolator Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of HT underground cable Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for supply of network cables Details
8Tender for supply, installation, commissioning and testing of new 24V lighting and dismantling of existing 230V lighting Details
8Tender for preventive maintenance contract of HT/LT motors along Details
8Tender for maintenance, defect attending & emergency work related to lighting system, LT motors Details
8Tender for supply of various fasteners and consumables Details
8Tender for work of mechanical strengthening and stub strengthening and H-frame replacement work Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for ARC for laying of various size of 11 kV XLPE/PILC UG cable Details
8Tender for oil leakage attending with complete overhauling of 25 MVA, 15/6.75kV station auxiliary transformer Details
8Tender for work of applying anti-corrosive epoxy paint to various transformers Details
8Tender for supply, erection & commissioning of 11 kV lines Details
8Tender for rate contract for the work of online, preventive and breakdown maintenance for DM plant Details
8Tender for work of attending leaky tubes, joint replacement and tube nest Details
8Tender for supply of various types LED fixtures Details
8Tender for work of complete overhauling / breakdown maintenance of C.W pumps Details
8Tender for fabrication dismantling erection strengthening modification of various chutes hoppers wagon tipplers belt conveyors crusher houses Details
8Tender for providing RCC chamber with protection wall and cabin for installation of flow analyzer Details
8Tender for construction of RCC pavements Details
8Tender for laying of underground 11 kV XLPE cables Details
8Tender for erection of MS grill, toe guards, railings, ladders & various miscellaneous fabrication works Details
8Tender for manufacturing, transportation, supply & installation of various Details
8Tender for work of IN SITU repairing/overhauling of high energy drain valves Details
8Tender for work of bottom ash hopper restrengthening and repairing in boilers Details
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8Tender for job for work of maintenance & troubleshooting of various lighting systems & routine, preventive, conditioning monitoring, shut down, breakdown maintenance & other misc. work Details
8Tender for supply of pulverized fuel bends Details
8Tender for procurement of 6.6/0.415 kV feeder protection numerical relays Details
8Tender for procurement of bearing housing for coal mills of boiler Details
8Tender for work of testing of DGA (dissolved gas Aanalysis) & other parameter of T/F oil at various Details
8Tender for work of augmentation of substation by addition of 25MVA, 132/33kV power transformer along Details
8Tender for work of overhauling of 132kV/220 kV CB poles Details
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8A Maturing Market: Focus shifts to reliability and security in the solar sector Details
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Large-value coal operations awards
May 29:
8Coal PSU seals Rs 219 crore mining logistics contract after sharply discounted percentage bid
A three-year mining logistics contract has closed at a percentage level that immediately stands out against the benchmark value. The award highlights how aggressive bidding pressure is beginning to redraw commercial assumptions in large coal transport packages.
8Coal PSU’s Rs 158 crore logistics award reshapes bidder dynamics after intense 22-company contest
One of the sector’s closely watched mining logistics procurements attracted an unusually crowded bidder field before narrowing sharply during evaluation. The final outcome reflects more than a routine price discovery exercise and signals a changing approach to allocating long-duration transport work.
8Coal PSU’s Rs 4,247 crore mining award signals a deeper shift in long-duration mine operations strategy
A decade-plus mining contract has emerged from one of the sector’s most closely watched competitive procurements. The headline value tells only part of the story, while the contract structure reveals a broader operational shift in how large coal projects are being managed. What stands out most is the evolving allocation of execution risk and long-term responsibility between the mine owner and contractor. Details
A three-year mining logistics contract has closed at a percentage level that immediately stands out against the benchmark value. The award highlights how aggressive bidding pressure is beginning to redraw commercial assumptions in large coal transport packages.
8Coal PSU’s Rs 158 crore logistics award reshapes bidder dynamics after intense 22-company contest
One of the sector’s closely watched mining logistics procurements attracted an unusually crowded bidder field before narrowing sharply during evaluation. The final outcome reflects more than a routine price discovery exercise and signals a changing approach to allocating long-duration transport work.
8Coal PSU’s Rs 4,247 crore mining award signals a deeper shift in long-duration mine operations strategy
A decade-plus mining contract has emerged from one of the sector’s most closely watched competitive procurements. The headline value tells only part of the story, while the contract structure reveals a broader operational shift in how large coal projects are being managed. What stands out most is the evolving allocation of execution risk and long-term responsibility between the mine owner and contractor. Details
Contracting news for the day
May 29:
8High bid-security and unclear scope tighten race in hydrogen refuelling tender
Bidders are being asked to build and operate most of the project, but some key commercial parts are still not fully defined. Repeated extensions and open-ended scope conditions are making the package tougher for many players.
8400 kv transmission package moves ahead at far lower value than approved estimate
A new transmission EPC package combines substation and transmission-line works under a single contract while keeping future 765 kv expansion in view. Tight eligibility rules and a commodity-linked price-adjustment formula are expected to limit serious competition to a small group of players. The biggest talking point, however, is the sharp gap between the approved project cost and the value finally put to tender.
8Rs 127 crore solar-park civil package narrows field with no-consortium condition
A large solar-park infrastructure package covering roads, drainage, fencing and water systems has been structured as a standalone design-and-build contract. Strict single-order experience and turnover requirements are expected to keep many partnership-based bidders out of the race. The most critical condition is the restriction on consortium participation, which sharply reduces qualification flexibility for contractors.
8Rs 200 crore ash-transport contract tightens bid rules and removes dispute shields
A major ash-evacuation rate contract has been structured with stricter bid-control and payment conditions than contractors typically expect in logistics tenders. Bids linked through the same IP address face automatic rejection, while both arbitration and mediation provisions have been removed from the framework. In a volume-based transport package, the commercial terms may end up carrying more weight than the quoted hauling rates.
8Solar-storage package pushes contractor responsibility far beyond project completion
The EPC phase forms only a small part of the overall contractor obligation in this solar-storage package. Long-term operation and performance accountability have been placed at the core of the contract structure. That shift is likely to influence bidder interest, risk assessment and pricing strategy.
8Large switchgear procurement sharpens competition through tighter OEM-linked qualification rules
A major utility equipment procurement package has been structured with stricter screening criteria for both suppliers and manufacturers. Multiple revisions to the technical specification before bid opening indicate that compliance expectations are still evolving. The combination of updated specs and linked turnover conditions is likely to narrow the pool of fully qualified participants.
8Rs 172 crore coal-logistics package reshapes competition through evolving bid conditions
A large coal-evacuation contract is moving ahead with participation conditions that appear more selective than a routine logistics package. Multiple corrigenda have gradually changed how bidders position themselves without altering the project's operational scale.
8Rs 5,541 crore hydro package takes control of execution timeline for 1720 mw projec
A high-value hydro package is emerging as the key construction link for a large 1720 mw project rather than just another civil contract. The real challenge for bidders may lie in managing geology, interface coordination and long-duration execution exposure.
8Rs 5,129 crore hydro package places major execution risk under a single contract
A large hydro package has combined diversion works, tunnelling and dam construction under one schedule-critical contract. The tender structure suggests a shift toward concentrating execution accountability on a limited group of contractors. What appears to be a standard hydro procurement could significantly influence bidder strategy and risk pricing.
8Transformer procurement tightens compliance focus after repeated deadline extensions
A large transformer procurement package has received multiple deadline extensions, widening the participation window for suppliers. At the same time, revised compliance conditions are emerging as a key factor that could determine bid acceptance even before technical scrutiny begins.
8State utility rolls out EPC bid for 400 kV transmission corridor with Rs 1 crore-plus bid security requirement
A relatively short transmission link is carrying a much larger procurement message from a state transmission utility. The contract architecture combines aggressive price discovery with a notable transfer of execution responsibility. What appears straightforward on the surface may reshape how bidders approach future transmission packages. Details
Bidders are being asked to build and operate most of the project, but some key commercial parts are still not fully defined. Repeated extensions and open-ended scope conditions are making the package tougher for many players.
8400 kv transmission package moves ahead at far lower value than approved estimate
A new transmission EPC package combines substation and transmission-line works under a single contract while keeping future 765 kv expansion in view. Tight eligibility rules and a commodity-linked price-adjustment formula are expected to limit serious competition to a small group of players. The biggest talking point, however, is the sharp gap between the approved project cost and the value finally put to tender.
8Rs 127 crore solar-park civil package narrows field with no-consortium condition
A large solar-park infrastructure package covering roads, drainage, fencing and water systems has been structured as a standalone design-and-build contract. Strict single-order experience and turnover requirements are expected to keep many partnership-based bidders out of the race. The most critical condition is the restriction on consortium participation, which sharply reduces qualification flexibility for contractors.
8Rs 200 crore ash-transport contract tightens bid rules and removes dispute shields
A major ash-evacuation rate contract has been structured with stricter bid-control and payment conditions than contractors typically expect in logistics tenders. Bids linked through the same IP address face automatic rejection, while both arbitration and mediation provisions have been removed from the framework. In a volume-based transport package, the commercial terms may end up carrying more weight than the quoted hauling rates.
8Solar-storage package pushes contractor responsibility far beyond project completion
The EPC phase forms only a small part of the overall contractor obligation in this solar-storage package. Long-term operation and performance accountability have been placed at the core of the contract structure. That shift is likely to influence bidder interest, risk assessment and pricing strategy.
8Large switchgear procurement sharpens competition through tighter OEM-linked qualification rules
A major utility equipment procurement package has been structured with stricter screening criteria for both suppliers and manufacturers. Multiple revisions to the technical specification before bid opening indicate that compliance expectations are still evolving. The combination of updated specs and linked turnover conditions is likely to narrow the pool of fully qualified participants.
8Rs 172 crore coal-logistics package reshapes competition through evolving bid conditions
A large coal-evacuation contract is moving ahead with participation conditions that appear more selective than a routine logistics package. Multiple corrigenda have gradually changed how bidders position themselves without altering the project's operational scale.
8Rs 5,541 crore hydro package takes control of execution timeline for 1720 mw projec
A high-value hydro package is emerging as the key construction link for a large 1720 mw project rather than just another civil contract. The real challenge for bidders may lie in managing geology, interface coordination and long-duration execution exposure.
8Rs 5,129 crore hydro package places major execution risk under a single contract
A large hydro package has combined diversion works, tunnelling and dam construction under one schedule-critical contract. The tender structure suggests a shift toward concentrating execution accountability on a limited group of contractors. What appears to be a standard hydro procurement could significantly influence bidder strategy and risk pricing.
8Transformer procurement tightens compliance focus after repeated deadline extensions
A large transformer procurement package has received multiple deadline extensions, widening the participation window for suppliers. At the same time, revised compliance conditions are emerging as a key factor that could determine bid acceptance even before technical scrutiny begins.
8State utility rolls out EPC bid for 400 kV transmission corridor with Rs 1 crore-plus bid security requirement
A relatively short transmission link is carrying a much larger procurement message from a state transmission utility. The contract architecture combines aggressive price discovery with a notable transfer of execution responsibility. What appears straightforward on the surface may reshape how bidders approach future transmission packages. Details
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8Tender for annual repair/maintenance/overhauling of 33 kV and 11 kV VCB etc. installed Details
8Tender for increasing capacity works Details
8Tender for construction of new substation Details
8Tender for replacements of bare conductor with LT AB cable and strengthening of LT line Details
8Tender for work of regrouping by installing new transformers Details
8Tender for capacity enhancement work of distribution converters Details
8Tender for intallation of distribution transformer Details
8Tender for work of 11 kV line strengthening and miscellaneous works Details
8Tender for work for 33 kV system strengthening Details
8Tender for work for crossing of 33 kV XPLE cable Details
8Tender for construction of 33 kV line Details
8Tender for comprehensive maintenance for civil and electrical works Details
8Tender for stop gap arrangement for operation, maintenance and providing civil and electrical maintenance Details
8Tender for modification, renovation of mine entry gate and development of other allied facilities Details
8Tender for AMC for shifting, erection and dismantling of LT overhead line Details
8Tender for filling of crack and pot holes in C-1, C-2 and 37LW/19D panels existing Details
8Tender for supply of LT robust fuse unit/switch fuse unit Details
8Tender for supply of bi metallic clamp suitable for power transformer Details
8Tender for procurement of electrical spares and consumables of electrical actuators installed Details
8Tender for procurement of LED lightings for illumination system Details
8Tender for procurement of critical spares of bottom ash hopper and slurry pump installed Details
8Tender for procurement of 16.5/17 TR air conditioner units Details
8Tender for work for annual general civil maintenance Details
8Tender for procurement of spare for pulveriser lubrication oil system and BCW cooling water flow switch installed Details
8Tender for procurement of pneumatic actuators spares installed Details
8Tender for work contract for overhauling of TG auxiliaries including Details
8Tender for procurement of spares for In-situ multi gas analyzer Details
8Tender for operation and minor maintenance of various EHV substations Details
8Tender for construction of yard structure and equipment foundations Details
8Tender for supply of material, erection, testing, commissioning (including civil works) of 4 nos. new 33/11 kV indoor AIS S/Stns Details
8Tender for rate contract for miscellaneous civil works related Details
8Tender for modification of overhead 33 kV line Details
8Tender for service contract for round the clock operation of 01 no. in motion weigh bridge Details
8Tender for construction of tubewell, roof treatment Details
8Tender for thorough renovation of control room including roof treatment and ancillary civil works Details
8Tender for construction of diversion tunnels Details
8Tender for supply of one no. of 200MVA, 220/132 kV three phase auto transformer Details
8Tender for construction of new 33kV line Details
8Tender for upgradation of 11kV line from 70sqmm to 90sqmm and installation of 630KVA sub-station Details
8Tender for overhauling of gas booster compressor (GBC) unit Details
8Tender for contract for providing level crossing Details
8Tender for supply of surge arresters and accessories for various Details
8Tender for repair of distribution current transformer Details
8Tender for procurement of HT power cables Details
8Tender for construction of 8.0 km 33kV single circuit line with 3x300Sqmm UG cable Details
8Tender for supply of non contact type AC voltage detector Details
8Tender for supply of earthing chain Details
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8Tender for supply of silicon resuscitator Details
8Tender for construction of civil foundation and other misc civil works in yard Details
8Tender for repairing of damagaed right side of 33 kV yard at 132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for extension of control room at 132 kV GSS Details
8Tender for balance civil work for extension of 220 kV control room at 220 kV GSS Details
8Tender for construction of 01 No. of 132 kV solar bay Details
8Tender for requirement of BTS 2000 relay module Details
8Tender for annual maintenance services for water purification Details
8Tender for services for 571.2 MWp solar PV modules Details
8Tender for supply of high mast lighting tower Details
8Tender for procurement LT shackle hardware Details
8Tender for procurement LT GI pin Details
8Tender for supply of 5000 nos 11 kV metal parts for rabbit and weasel conductor 30 KN Details
8Tender for supply of 5000 nos 11 kV metal parts for Dog and raccoon conductor Details
8Tender for repairing work of electricity lines, poles and transformers Details
8Tender for construction of new 33/11 kV sub-station Details
8Tender for work of AMC for attending emergency breakdown, attending routine work and scheduled works of various EHV lines Details
8Tender for work of replacement of 132 kV EHV circuit breaker at various Details
8Tender for work of supply, installation, testing and commissioning of microprocessor based MFM meters at various substations Details
8Tender for Bi-annual maintenance & attending emergency breakdown work of 400kV transmission lines Details
8Tender for work of arresting movement of porcupine by fire retardant coating of control cables in cable trench Details
8Tender for annual contract for the work of transportation of power transformer / ICT / reactor along Details
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8India Prepares Policy to Boost Urea Production from Coal Gasification Details
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8Tender for annual repair/maintenance/overhauling of 33 kV and 11 kV VCB etc. installed Details
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NEWS UPDATE: COAL, FUEL & ENERGY COMMODITIES
May 28:
COAL PRODUCTION & OFFTAKE
8Coal India Marketing & Sales Division publishes 25 May 2026 coal stock position of power plants linked to CIL and SCCL
Coal India Limited's Marketing & Sales Division published the Coal Stock Position of Power Plants Having Coal Linkage with Coal India Limited and SCCL as on May 25, 2026. The 13-page, 17,777-word region-wise and state-wise tabulation classifies coal-based thermal stations into Critical and Super-Critical categories, complementing the CEA's May 26, 2026 Daily Coal Stock Report that flagged 23 critical plants at the All-India level across monitored capacity of 2,22,698 MW.
8CEA fuel-wise generation report: coal generates 4,114.32 MU on 26 May 2026 with 1,00,268.58 MU this month
Sub-Report 17 of the CEA Daily Generation Report for May 26, 2026 records coal-generated power of 4,114.32 MU against a daily program of 3,776.80 MU, taking month-to-date actual to 1,00,268.58 MU and FY-to-date to 2,16,210.46 MU against a 2,19,727.44 MU program. Natural Gas generated 107.52 MU against an 82.26 MU program, nuclear 185.91 MU against 168.84 MU program, and hydro 412.63 MU against a 448.81 MU program, driving the All-India total to 4,931.09 MU.
8BHEP Balimela generates 65.57 MU on 26 May 2026 with reservoir at 1,474.7 ft against FRL of 1,475.16 ft
The May 26, 2026 Reservoir Generation Report shows the Balimela Hydroelectric Project producing 65.57 MU of energy with average generation of 2,732.083 MW at a reservoir level of 1,474.7 ft against FRL of 1,475.16 ft, with units No. 5 and 6 on R&M outage. The Hirakud Hydroelectric Project at Burla generated 0.901 MU at 37.5417 MW with reservoir at 604 ft, while CHEP Chipilma reported 0.599 MU at 24.9583 MW with unit No. 1 on outage due to a runner-blade problem.
8CEA Sub-Report 8: NTPC stations generate 1,095.12 MU on 26 May 2026, outperforming 1,024.11 MU daily programme by 6.9%
CEA's Sub-Report 8 for May 26, 2026 shows NTPC stations across all regions generated 1,095.12 MU against a daily program of 1,024.11 MU — an excess of 71.01 MU — drawn from monitored capacity of 60,007.23 MW with available capacity of 52,033.88 MW. Eastern Region NTPC contributed 348.32 MU, Western Region 360.25 MU, Northern 216.25 MU and Southern 155.31 MU. FY-to-date NTPC cumulative actual stands at 57,191.56 MU against a 59,157.86 MU program, a shortfall of 3.32%.
8CEA hydro reservoirs hold 5,469 MU at Sardar Sarovar and 5,564 MU at Sharavathy on 26 May 2026
CEA's Daily Hydro Reservoir Report for May 26, 2026 tracks 28 major reservoirs: Sardar Sarovar (Gujarat) at 128.84 m holds energy content of 5,469.00 MU with cumulative April-to-date generation of 472.32 MU; Sharavathy (Karnataka) at 535.20 m has 5,564.00 MU energy potential with 814.26 MU cumulative; and Idukki (Kerala) at 706.95 m holds 2,398.00 MU with 488.44 MU cumulative, anchoring the All-India hydro generation outlook for the storage-driven months ahead.
8CEA all-India capacity under maintenance stays at 46,472.37 MW on 26 May 2026, leaving 2,64,301.41 MW online
CEA Sub-Report 3 shows All-India monitored capacity of 3,10,773.79 MW on May 26, 2026 with 46,472.37 MW under maintenance — Planned 4,895.15 MW, Forced 31,846.11 MW and Other Reasons 9,731.12 MW — leaving 2,64,301.41 MW online. Western Region carried the heaviest forced outage burden at 12,994.30 MW, the Southern Region recorded 7,268.25 MW forced, and the Northern Region 7,682.06 MW, against their respective monitored capacities.
8HPX RTM clears 35,000 MWh on 27 May 2026 at Rs. 10,000/MWh as PXIL RTM clears 930 MWh on the same date
On delivery date May 27, 2026, Hindustan Power Exchange's RTM Daily Report cleared 35,000 MWh — including 3,800 MWh in hour 1, 5,000 MWh in hour 21 and 7,400 MWh in hour 23 — all at Rs. 10,000/MWh, with intervening hours showing nil clearing. The parallel PXIL Real-Time Market hourly snapshot for the same date cleared only 930 MWh in hours 22 and 23, also at the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, against a purchase bid of 5,565 MWh. Details
8Coal India Marketing & Sales Division publishes 25 May 2026 coal stock position of power plants linked to CIL and SCCL
Coal India Limited's Marketing & Sales Division published the Coal Stock Position of Power Plants Having Coal Linkage with Coal India Limited and SCCL as on May 25, 2026. The 13-page, 17,777-word region-wise and state-wise tabulation classifies coal-based thermal stations into Critical and Super-Critical categories, complementing the CEA's May 26, 2026 Daily Coal Stock Report that flagged 23 critical plants at the All-India level across monitored capacity of 2,22,698 MW.
8CEA fuel-wise generation report: coal generates 4,114.32 MU on 26 May 2026 with 1,00,268.58 MU this month
Sub-Report 17 of the CEA Daily Generation Report for May 26, 2026 records coal-generated power of 4,114.32 MU against a daily program of 3,776.80 MU, taking month-to-date actual to 1,00,268.58 MU and FY-to-date to 2,16,210.46 MU against a 2,19,727.44 MU program. Natural Gas generated 107.52 MU against an 82.26 MU program, nuclear 185.91 MU against 168.84 MU program, and hydro 412.63 MU against a 448.81 MU program, driving the All-India total to 4,931.09 MU.
8BHEP Balimela generates 65.57 MU on 26 May 2026 with reservoir at 1,474.7 ft against FRL of 1,475.16 ft
The May 26, 2026 Reservoir Generation Report shows the Balimela Hydroelectric Project producing 65.57 MU of energy with average generation of 2,732.083 MW at a reservoir level of 1,474.7 ft against FRL of 1,475.16 ft, with units No. 5 and 6 on R&M outage. The Hirakud Hydroelectric Project at Burla generated 0.901 MU at 37.5417 MW with reservoir at 604 ft, while CHEP Chipilma reported 0.599 MU at 24.9583 MW with unit No. 1 on outage due to a runner-blade problem.
8CEA Sub-Report 8: NTPC stations generate 1,095.12 MU on 26 May 2026, outperforming 1,024.11 MU daily programme by 6.9%
CEA's Sub-Report 8 for May 26, 2026 shows NTPC stations across all regions generated 1,095.12 MU against a daily program of 1,024.11 MU — an excess of 71.01 MU — drawn from monitored capacity of 60,007.23 MW with available capacity of 52,033.88 MW. Eastern Region NTPC contributed 348.32 MU, Western Region 360.25 MU, Northern 216.25 MU and Southern 155.31 MU. FY-to-date NTPC cumulative actual stands at 57,191.56 MU against a 59,157.86 MU program, a shortfall of 3.32%.
8CEA hydro reservoirs hold 5,469 MU at Sardar Sarovar and 5,564 MU at Sharavathy on 26 May 2026
CEA's Daily Hydro Reservoir Report for May 26, 2026 tracks 28 major reservoirs: Sardar Sarovar (Gujarat) at 128.84 m holds energy content of 5,469.00 MU with cumulative April-to-date generation of 472.32 MU; Sharavathy (Karnataka) at 535.20 m has 5,564.00 MU energy potential with 814.26 MU cumulative; and Idukki (Kerala) at 706.95 m holds 2,398.00 MU with 488.44 MU cumulative, anchoring the All-India hydro generation outlook for the storage-driven months ahead.
8CEA all-India capacity under maintenance stays at 46,472.37 MW on 26 May 2026, leaving 2,64,301.41 MW online
CEA Sub-Report 3 shows All-India monitored capacity of 3,10,773.79 MW on May 26, 2026 with 46,472.37 MW under maintenance — Planned 4,895.15 MW, Forced 31,846.11 MW and Other Reasons 9,731.12 MW — leaving 2,64,301.41 MW online. Western Region carried the heaviest forced outage burden at 12,994.30 MW, the Southern Region recorded 7,268.25 MW forced, and the Northern Region 7,682.06 MW, against their respective monitored capacities.
8HPX RTM clears 35,000 MWh on 27 May 2026 at Rs. 10,000/MWh as PXIL RTM clears 930 MWh on the same date
On delivery date May 27, 2026, Hindustan Power Exchange's RTM Daily Report cleared 35,000 MWh — including 3,800 MWh in hour 1, 5,000 MWh in hour 21 and 7,400 MWh in hour 23 — all at Rs. 10,000/MWh, with intervening hours showing nil clearing. The parallel PXIL Real-Time Market hourly snapshot for the same date cleared only 930 MWh in hours 22 and 23, also at the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling, against a purchase bid of 5,565 MWh. Details
NEWS UPDATE: GRID OPERATIONS & POWER SUPPLY
May 28:
PEAK DEMAND & GRID FREQUENCY
8All-India peak demand hits 258,509 MW on 27 May 2026 as NLDC logs 5,661 MU energy met with just 7.01 MU shortage
The National Load Despatch Centre's Daily Power Supply Position Report for May 27, 2026 shows All-India maximum demand met touching 258,509 MW at 15:30 hrs, with evening-peak demand met at 20:00 hrs of 242,883 MW against a peak shortage of 500 MW concentrated in the Western Region. Total energy met for the day was 5,661 MU against an energy shortage of just 7.01 MU, with hydro contributing 473 MU, wind 447 MU and solar 637 MU. All-India frequency stayed within the 49.9–50.05 Hz band 80.70% of the time.
8GRID-INDIA NLDC publishes frequency profile for 27 May 2026: average 50.008 Hz, FDI 0.0296, peak 50.227 Hz at 18:05
The National Load Despatch Centre's frequency profile for May 27, 2026, based on 8,640 ten-second samples from the Agra reference, records an average system frequency of 50.008 Hz, a Frequency Variation Index of 0.0296, standard deviation of 0.0538 and mileage of 32.1. The instantaneous frequency peaked at 50.227 Hz at 18:05:10 and bottomed at 49.742 Hz at 04:39:10, with the grid within the 49.90–50.05 Hz band 80.69% of the time.
8Northern Region peaks at 82,877 MW with zero evening shortage on 27 May 2026; UP tops states at 29,568 MW
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Daily Operation Report for May 27, 2026 records the region meeting an evening-peak demand of 82,877 MW at 20:00 hrs with zero shortage. Among NR states, Uttar Pradesh recorded the highest maximum demand met, while Rajasthan peaked at 17,206 MW, Punjab at 13,850 MW and Haryana at 13,008 MW. Day energy was 1,926 MU with an energy shortage of 4.81 MU. Renewable generation included 84.73 MU solar and 44.56 MU wind.
8Southern Region records 55,086 MW evening peak with zero shortage on 27 May 2026; Tamil Nadu peaks at 19,576 MW
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Power Supply Position Report for May 27, 2026 shows the region meeting an evening-peak demand of 55,086 MW at 20:00 hrs with zero shortage and day energy of 1,232.27 MU. Tamil Nadu led with maximum demand met of 19,576 MW at 22:30, followed by Karnataka 12,298 MW, Andhra Pradesh 12,040 MW, Telangana 10,147 MW and Kerala 4,928 MW. Regional generation included 106.42 MU solar, 106.02 MU wind and 64.25 MU hydro at the state periphery.
8Western Region meets 74,858 MW evening peak with 500 MW shortage on 27 May 2026 as Gujarat generates 382.8 MU
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's Daily Operation Report for May 27, 2026 shows the region meeting an evening peak of 74,858 MW at 20:00 hrs against a 500 MW shortage — the only regional shortage nationally — and day energy of 1,789.5 MU. Maharashtra contributed 691.5 MU and Gujarat 534.7 MU. Regional generation of 1,020.2 MU included 153.1 MU wind and 138.9 MU solar, with net under-drawal of 9.9 MU against schedule.
8IEX Day-Ahead Market clears 1,33,659 MWh on 27 May 2026 at average MCP of Rs. 6,582.85/MWh as peak hours hit Rs. 10,000 ceiling
The Indian Energy Exchange Day-Ahead Market cleared 1,33,659.34 MWh on May 27, 2026 against a purchase bid of 6,49,870.15 MWh and sell bid of 3,20,996.09 MWh, with average MCP of Rs. 6,582.85/MWh. The MCP hit the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling across hours 1–7 and 20–24 on tight supply, while solar hours 9–14 cleared between Rs. 2,105.56 and Rs. 2,338.06/MWh. Over the May 21–28 weekly window, average MCP was Rs. 6,311.73/MWh.
8IEX Real-Time Market clears 1,82,112 MWh on 27 May 2026 with average MCP of Rs. 5,261/MWh and evening peaks at Rs. 10,000/MWh
The IEX Real-Time Market cleared 1,82,112.19 MWh on May 27, 2026 against a purchase bid of 4,94,263.32 MWh and sell bid of 3,10,298.23 MWh, with average MCP of Rs. 5,261.16/MWh. Prices hit the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling in evening peaks in hours 20–23, while the lowest hourly MCP of Rs. 534.52/MWh appeared in hour 7 with surplus solar. The May 21–28 window cleared total MCV of 12,03,910.9 MWh at average MCP Rs. 5,431.44/MWh.
8NRLDC April-2026 monthly report records Northern Region peak demand of 76,610 MW on 28 April with 251 MW shortage
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's April-2026 monthly report shows the Northern Region met a maximum demand of 76,610 MW on April 28, 2026 at 21:00 hrs, while the maximum energy met touched 1,645.0 MU on April 28 against a record 2,022.9 MU on June 12, 2025. The report records a regional shortage of 251 MW during April and a token energy shortage of 0.7 MU entirely in Haryana, with Uttar Pradesh contributing 588.0 MU and Rajasthan 325.4 MU of maximum daily energy met.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8NLDC commits 26 coal stations under SCUC for 28 May 2026, from North Karanpura at 208.8 paise/kWh to AGBPP Kathalguri at 543 paise/kWh
The NLDC Format-2 Security Constrained Unit Commitment schedule for delivery date May 28, 2026 lists generators committed on must-run reliability grounds ranked by Energy Charge Rate, led by North Karanpura STPS at 861.02 MW and 208.8 paise/kWh, Vindhyachal STPS Stage 3 at 475.07 MW and 213.3 paise/kWh, and Barh at 667.44 MW and 278.6 paise/kWh. The list runs up the merit order to Dadri Stage 1 at 471.8 paise/kWh and AGBPP Kathalguri at 543 paise/kWh.
8NLDC system reliability report flags ER-NR corridor ATC violations on 8.33% of blocks on 27 May 2026
The National Load Despatch Centre's System Reliability Indices Report for May 27, 2026 shows the Available Transfer Capability was violated on the ER-NR corridor for 8 blocks (2.00 hours, 8.33% of the time) and on the Import of NR corridor for 4 blocks (1.00 hour, 4.17%), while the WR-NR, NEW-SR and NER Import corridors recorded zero ATC violations. The (N-1) security criterion was met across all five inter-regional corridors with no violations.
8WRLDC reliability report flags Maharashtra ATC violations on 11.8% of blocks on 27 May 2026
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's Daily System Reliability Indices Report for May 27, 2026 shows ATC was violated in Maharashtra for 47 blocks (11.8% of the time), in DNHDDPDCL for 13 blocks (3.2%) and in Goa for 7 blocks (1.8%), while Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh recorded zero ATC violations. The (N-1) security criterion was breached in Maharashtra on 27 blocks (6.8%) but met everywhere else, highlighting localised transmission stress in the western Maharashtra corridor.
8WRLDC generation outage report tracks NTPC annual overhauls including 500 MW KSTPS unit out until 19 June 2026
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's Generating Unit Outage Report for May 27, 2026 lists central- and state-sector units on planned and forced outage, including NTPC's KSTPS-1&2 Unit 5 (500 MW, Chhattisgarh) under annual overhauling until June 19, 2026, VSTPS-I Unit 1 (210 MW, Madhya Pradesh) on AOH until June 10, 2026, and Sardar Sarovar Project units of 50 MW and 200 MW under annual overhauling. DGEN Gujarat Unit 3 (400 MW) is on reserve shutdown.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8NRPC bills Rs. 44.48 crore net ancillary services & SCUC charges for Northern Region week 11–17 May 2026
The Northern Regional Power Committee's Ancillary Services and Regional SCUC account for Week No. 07 of FY 2026-27 (May 11–17, 2026) places the total net amount payable to generators at Rs. 44.48 crore, with payment due on or before June 3, 2026. Among the largest settlements, Auraiya CRF is to receive Rs. 13.11 crore and Dadri CRF Rs. 13.59 crore, while Singrauli STPS shows a net receivable-by-pool of Rs. 2.99 crore.
8NRPC issues Week-07 deviation settlement account with ER-NR's Rs. 12,586 lakhs as largest payable, revises weeks 41–42
The Northern Regional Power Committee's Deviation Charges statement for Week No. 07 of FY 2026-27 (May 11–17, 2026) lists ER-NR as the largest payable constituent at Rs. 12,586.07 lakhs, followed by Rajasthan at Rs. 1,620.56 lakhs and Uttar Pradesh at Rs. 1,156.65 lakhs, while NER-NR at Rs. 5,231.17 lakhs is among the largest receivables. The account, payable by June 6, 2026, also incorporates revised Deviation Settlement accounts for Weeks 41 and 42 of FY 2025-26.
8WRPC settles Rs. 199.58 crore SCUC charges for Western Region in week 11–17 May 2026 ancillary services account
The Western Regional Power Committee's Ancillary Services and SCUC settlement account for the week May 11–17, 2026 records total net SCUC charges payable of Rs. 1,995.79 crore. Gadarwara-I emerges as a major SCUC provider with a receivable of Rs. 105.05 crore on 32,312.05 MWHr of decrement schedule, while RGPPL-RLNG at Rs. 158.02 crore and Kawas-ComGas at Rs. 16.43 crore are among the largest net receivables, covering Western Region gas-based and other stations.
8NERPC provisional SCUC account for week 11–17 May 2026 records Rs. 1.94 crore net settlement on 6,735.95 MWHr
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee issued the provisional Security Constrained Unit Commitment account for May 11–17, 2026, recording total increment schedule of 6,735.95 MWHr and decrement of 3,402.00 MWHr, with charges to be paid of Rs. 3,21,88,835.53 against Rs. 1,60,23,610.46 to be refunded — a net Rs. 1.94 crore SCUC settlement routed through the NERLDC pool account. The account was prepared under CERC IEGC Regulations, 2023 and the detailed SCUC procedure issued on April 16, 2024.
8NERPC provisional DSM account for week 11–17 May 2026 tallies Rs. 45.59 crore payable against Rs. 54.49 crore receivable
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee has issued the provisional Deviation Settlement Mechanism statement for May 11–17, 2026 under the CERC DSM Regulations, 2024, totalling Rs. 45.59 crore payable and Rs. 54.49 crore receivable across constituents. Amounts are payable to the Regional Deviation and Ancillary Service Pool Account operated by NERLDC within 10 days, with a 0.04%-per-day surcharge on delays, and statements posted on the NERPC website.
8WRPC DSM account for week 11–17 May 2026 bills WR-ER Rs. 137.46 crore as inter-regional deviation nets Rs. 45.50 crore receivable
The Western Regional Power Committee's ABT-based Deviation Charge account for May 11–17, 2026 shows WR-ER net DSM payable of Rs. 131.85 crore (gross Rs. 137.46 crore), WR-NR payable of Rs. 21.92 crore and WR-SR payable of Rs. 199.27 crore, while the inter-regional subtotal nets to a Rs. 45.50 crore receivable. Among Western Region beneficiaries, entities such as BALCO show Rs. 1.01 crore payable into the regional deviation pool.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8NRLDC lists long-pending bay and reactor outages up to 167 days in NR planned shutdown report for 27 May 2026
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Planned Shutdown Report for May 27, 2026 catalogues Northern Region bays, lines and reactors under planned outage, including a 400 kV GSS Bhadla ICT-4 element out for testing and commissioning for about 167 days, a 400/118 kV 253 MVA GT-2 at Bawana CCGTB out 172 days for jack-bus replacement, and 765 kV Khetri-Narela tie bays out around 100 days for bay-extension work.
8WRLDC line outage report lists multi-year planned outages, including 400 kV Wardha-Warora reactor out since May 2018
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's 18-page Transmission Lines Outage Status report for May 27, 2026 catalogues hundreds of planned and forced line and bay outages, headlined by the 400 kV Wardha-Warora reactor at Wardha out since May 4, 2018 and kept out due to ferroresonance reported by PGCIL in consultation with SO-II. The owner-wise listing records outage dates, expected revival and reasons spanning LILO works and long-term reactor isolations across POWERGRID-WR1 and others.
8SRLDC transmission outage report logs ~95 planned and ~127 forced line outages in Southern Region for 27 May 2026
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Transmission Outage Report for May 27, 2026 lists roughly 95 planned and 127 forced line outages, including the 400 kV Ramagundam-Telangana_STPP-1 and -2 lines held on idle charge after first-time-charge since March 2023. The report records owner, voltage level, outage and revival times and reasons across POWERGRID and state-transco assets in the Southern grid. Details
8All-India peak demand hits 258,509 MW on 27 May 2026 as NLDC logs 5,661 MU energy met with just 7.01 MU shortage
The National Load Despatch Centre's Daily Power Supply Position Report for May 27, 2026 shows All-India maximum demand met touching 258,509 MW at 15:30 hrs, with evening-peak demand met at 20:00 hrs of 242,883 MW against a peak shortage of 500 MW concentrated in the Western Region. Total energy met for the day was 5,661 MU against an energy shortage of just 7.01 MU, with hydro contributing 473 MU, wind 447 MU and solar 637 MU. All-India frequency stayed within the 49.9–50.05 Hz band 80.70% of the time.
8GRID-INDIA NLDC publishes frequency profile for 27 May 2026: average 50.008 Hz, FDI 0.0296, peak 50.227 Hz at 18:05
The National Load Despatch Centre's frequency profile for May 27, 2026, based on 8,640 ten-second samples from the Agra reference, records an average system frequency of 50.008 Hz, a Frequency Variation Index of 0.0296, standard deviation of 0.0538 and mileage of 32.1. The instantaneous frequency peaked at 50.227 Hz at 18:05:10 and bottomed at 49.742 Hz at 04:39:10, with the grid within the 49.90–50.05 Hz band 80.69% of the time.
8Northern Region peaks at 82,877 MW with zero evening shortage on 27 May 2026; UP tops states at 29,568 MW
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Daily Operation Report for May 27, 2026 records the region meeting an evening-peak demand of 82,877 MW at 20:00 hrs with zero shortage. Among NR states, Uttar Pradesh recorded the highest maximum demand met, while Rajasthan peaked at 17,206 MW, Punjab at 13,850 MW and Haryana at 13,008 MW. Day energy was 1,926 MU with an energy shortage of 4.81 MU. Renewable generation included 84.73 MU solar and 44.56 MU wind.
8Southern Region records 55,086 MW evening peak with zero shortage on 27 May 2026; Tamil Nadu peaks at 19,576 MW
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Power Supply Position Report for May 27, 2026 shows the region meeting an evening-peak demand of 55,086 MW at 20:00 hrs with zero shortage and day energy of 1,232.27 MU. Tamil Nadu led with maximum demand met of 19,576 MW at 22:30, followed by Karnataka 12,298 MW, Andhra Pradesh 12,040 MW, Telangana 10,147 MW and Kerala 4,928 MW. Regional generation included 106.42 MU solar, 106.02 MU wind and 64.25 MU hydro at the state periphery.
8Western Region meets 74,858 MW evening peak with 500 MW shortage on 27 May 2026 as Gujarat generates 382.8 MU
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's Daily Operation Report for May 27, 2026 shows the region meeting an evening peak of 74,858 MW at 20:00 hrs against a 500 MW shortage — the only regional shortage nationally — and day energy of 1,789.5 MU. Maharashtra contributed 691.5 MU and Gujarat 534.7 MU. Regional generation of 1,020.2 MU included 153.1 MU wind and 138.9 MU solar, with net under-drawal of 9.9 MU against schedule.
8IEX Day-Ahead Market clears 1,33,659 MWh on 27 May 2026 at average MCP of Rs. 6,582.85/MWh as peak hours hit Rs. 10,000 ceiling
The Indian Energy Exchange Day-Ahead Market cleared 1,33,659.34 MWh on May 27, 2026 against a purchase bid of 6,49,870.15 MWh and sell bid of 3,20,996.09 MWh, with average MCP of Rs. 6,582.85/MWh. The MCP hit the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling across hours 1–7 and 20–24 on tight supply, while solar hours 9–14 cleared between Rs. 2,105.56 and Rs. 2,338.06/MWh. Over the May 21–28 weekly window, average MCP was Rs. 6,311.73/MWh.
8IEX Real-Time Market clears 1,82,112 MWh on 27 May 2026 with average MCP of Rs. 5,261/MWh and evening peaks at Rs. 10,000/MWh
The IEX Real-Time Market cleared 1,82,112.19 MWh on May 27, 2026 against a purchase bid of 4,94,263.32 MWh and sell bid of 3,10,298.23 MWh, with average MCP of Rs. 5,261.16/MWh. Prices hit the Rs. 10,000/MWh ceiling in evening peaks in hours 20–23, while the lowest hourly MCP of Rs. 534.52/MWh appeared in hour 7 with surplus solar. The May 21–28 window cleared total MCV of 12,03,910.9 MWh at average MCP Rs. 5,431.44/MWh.
8NRLDC April-2026 monthly report records Northern Region peak demand of 76,610 MW on 28 April with 251 MW shortage
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's April-2026 monthly report shows the Northern Region met a maximum demand of 76,610 MW on April 28, 2026 at 21:00 hrs, while the maximum energy met touched 1,645.0 MU on April 28 against a record 2,022.9 MU on June 12, 2025. The report records a regional shortage of 251 MW during April and a token energy shortage of 0.7 MU entirely in Haryana, with Uttar Pradesh contributing 588.0 MU and Rajasthan 325.4 MU of maximum daily energy met.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8NLDC commits 26 coal stations under SCUC for 28 May 2026, from North Karanpura at 208.8 paise/kWh to AGBPP Kathalguri at 543 paise/kWh
The NLDC Format-2 Security Constrained Unit Commitment schedule for delivery date May 28, 2026 lists generators committed on must-run reliability grounds ranked by Energy Charge Rate, led by North Karanpura STPS at 861.02 MW and 208.8 paise/kWh, Vindhyachal STPS Stage 3 at 475.07 MW and 213.3 paise/kWh, and Barh at 667.44 MW and 278.6 paise/kWh. The list runs up the merit order to Dadri Stage 1 at 471.8 paise/kWh and AGBPP Kathalguri at 543 paise/kWh.
8NLDC system reliability report flags ER-NR corridor ATC violations on 8.33% of blocks on 27 May 2026
The National Load Despatch Centre's System Reliability Indices Report for May 27, 2026 shows the Available Transfer Capability was violated on the ER-NR corridor for 8 blocks (2.00 hours, 8.33% of the time) and on the Import of NR corridor for 4 blocks (1.00 hour, 4.17%), while the WR-NR, NEW-SR and NER Import corridors recorded zero ATC violations. The (N-1) security criterion was met across all five inter-regional corridors with no violations.
8WRLDC reliability report flags Maharashtra ATC violations on 11.8% of blocks on 27 May 2026
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's Daily System Reliability Indices Report for May 27, 2026 shows ATC was violated in Maharashtra for 47 blocks (11.8% of the time), in DNHDDPDCL for 13 blocks (3.2%) and in Goa for 7 blocks (1.8%), while Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh recorded zero ATC violations. The (N-1) security criterion was breached in Maharashtra on 27 blocks (6.8%) but met everywhere else, highlighting localised transmission stress in the western Maharashtra corridor.
8WRLDC generation outage report tracks NTPC annual overhauls including 500 MW KSTPS unit out until 19 June 2026
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's Generating Unit Outage Report for May 27, 2026 lists central- and state-sector units on planned and forced outage, including NTPC's KSTPS-1&2 Unit 5 (500 MW, Chhattisgarh) under annual overhauling until June 19, 2026, VSTPS-I Unit 1 (210 MW, Madhya Pradesh) on AOH until June 10, 2026, and Sardar Sarovar Project units of 50 MW and 200 MW under annual overhauling. DGEN Gujarat Unit 3 (400 MW) is on reserve shutdown.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8NRPC bills Rs. 44.48 crore net ancillary services & SCUC charges for Northern Region week 11–17 May 2026
The Northern Regional Power Committee's Ancillary Services and Regional SCUC account for Week No. 07 of FY 2026-27 (May 11–17, 2026) places the total net amount payable to generators at Rs. 44.48 crore, with payment due on or before June 3, 2026. Among the largest settlements, Auraiya CRF is to receive Rs. 13.11 crore and Dadri CRF Rs. 13.59 crore, while Singrauli STPS shows a net receivable-by-pool of Rs. 2.99 crore.
8NRPC issues Week-07 deviation settlement account with ER-NR's Rs. 12,586 lakhs as largest payable, revises weeks 41–42
The Northern Regional Power Committee's Deviation Charges statement for Week No. 07 of FY 2026-27 (May 11–17, 2026) lists ER-NR as the largest payable constituent at Rs. 12,586.07 lakhs, followed by Rajasthan at Rs. 1,620.56 lakhs and Uttar Pradesh at Rs. 1,156.65 lakhs, while NER-NR at Rs. 5,231.17 lakhs is among the largest receivables. The account, payable by June 6, 2026, also incorporates revised Deviation Settlement accounts for Weeks 41 and 42 of FY 2025-26.
8WRPC settles Rs. 199.58 crore SCUC charges for Western Region in week 11–17 May 2026 ancillary services account
The Western Regional Power Committee's Ancillary Services and SCUC settlement account for the week May 11–17, 2026 records total net SCUC charges payable of Rs. 1,995.79 crore. Gadarwara-I emerges as a major SCUC provider with a receivable of Rs. 105.05 crore on 32,312.05 MWHr of decrement schedule, while RGPPL-RLNG at Rs. 158.02 crore and Kawas-ComGas at Rs. 16.43 crore are among the largest net receivables, covering Western Region gas-based and other stations.
8NERPC provisional SCUC account for week 11–17 May 2026 records Rs. 1.94 crore net settlement on 6,735.95 MWHr
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee issued the provisional Security Constrained Unit Commitment account for May 11–17, 2026, recording total increment schedule of 6,735.95 MWHr and decrement of 3,402.00 MWHr, with charges to be paid of Rs. 3,21,88,835.53 against Rs. 1,60,23,610.46 to be refunded — a net Rs. 1.94 crore SCUC settlement routed through the NERLDC pool account. The account was prepared under CERC IEGC Regulations, 2023 and the detailed SCUC procedure issued on April 16, 2024.
8NERPC provisional DSM account for week 11–17 May 2026 tallies Rs. 45.59 crore payable against Rs. 54.49 crore receivable
The North Eastern Regional Power Committee has issued the provisional Deviation Settlement Mechanism statement for May 11–17, 2026 under the CERC DSM Regulations, 2024, totalling Rs. 45.59 crore payable and Rs. 54.49 crore receivable across constituents. Amounts are payable to the Regional Deviation and Ancillary Service Pool Account operated by NERLDC within 10 days, with a 0.04%-per-day surcharge on delays, and statements posted on the NERPC website.
8WRPC DSM account for week 11–17 May 2026 bills WR-ER Rs. 137.46 crore as inter-regional deviation nets Rs. 45.50 crore receivable
The Western Regional Power Committee's ABT-based Deviation Charge account for May 11–17, 2026 shows WR-ER net DSM payable of Rs. 131.85 crore (gross Rs. 137.46 crore), WR-NR payable of Rs. 21.92 crore and WR-SR payable of Rs. 199.27 crore, while the inter-regional subtotal nets to a Rs. 45.50 crore receivable. Among Western Region beneficiaries, entities such as BALCO show Rs. 1.01 crore payable into the regional deviation pool.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8NRLDC lists long-pending bay and reactor outages up to 167 days in NR planned shutdown report for 27 May 2026
The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Planned Shutdown Report for May 27, 2026 catalogues Northern Region bays, lines and reactors under planned outage, including a 400 kV GSS Bhadla ICT-4 element out for testing and commissioning for about 167 days, a 400/118 kV 253 MVA GT-2 at Bawana CCGTB out 172 days for jack-bus replacement, and 765 kV Khetri-Narela tie bays out around 100 days for bay-extension work.
8WRLDC line outage report lists multi-year planned outages, including 400 kV Wardha-Warora reactor out since May 2018
The Western Regional Load Despatch Centre's 18-page Transmission Lines Outage Status report for May 27, 2026 catalogues hundreds of planned and forced line and bay outages, headlined by the 400 kV Wardha-Warora reactor at Wardha out since May 4, 2018 and kept out due to ferroresonance reported by PGCIL in consultation with SO-II. The owner-wise listing records outage dates, expected revival and reasons spanning LILO works and long-term reactor isolations across POWERGRID-WR1 and others.
8SRLDC transmission outage report logs ~95 planned and ~127 forced line outages in Southern Region for 27 May 2026
The Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre's Transmission Outage Report for May 27, 2026 lists roughly 95 planned and 127 forced line outages, including the 400 kV Ramagundam-Telangana_STPP-1 and -2 lines held on idle charge after first-time-charge since March 2023. The report records owner, voltage level, outage and revival times and reasons across POWERGRID and state-transco assets in the Southern grid. Details
NEWS UPDATE: POLICY & GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
May 28:
MINISTRY OF POWER
8Ministry of Coal launches Rs. 37,500 crore surface coal & lignite gasification scheme targeting 100 MT by 2030
The Ministry of Coal organised a stakeholder roadshow on May 28, 2026 to promote its newly launched Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects, backed by a financial outlay of Rs. 37,500 crore. The scheme targets gasification of 100 million tonnes of coal by 2030 and is expected to mobilise investment of approximately Rs. 2.5–3 lakh crore while generating around 50,000 direct and indirect jobs across nearly 25 projects. Annual utilisation of 75 MT under the scheme is projected to generate approximately Rs. 6,300 crore in revenue per year.
8Coal Minister Satish Chandra Dubey reviews SECL operations and meets Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai on 27 May 2026
Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey visited South Eastern Coalfields Limited on May 27, 2026, chairing a review of coal production, dispatch, quality management, safety, digitisation, coal gasification projects and mine-closure activities with SECL CMD Harish Duhan. During the visit the Minister launched digital portals for infrastructure and hospital management and met Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai in Raipur to discuss coal production, logistics connectivity, energy security and industrial growth.
8APTEL dismisses Delhi discoms' application to reword para 39 of April 20 CAG audit order; BSES Rajdhani and BSES Yamuna directed to appellate route
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity on May 27, 2026 dismissed applications filed by BSES Rajdhani Power Limited and BSES Yamuna Power Limited attempting to have the Tribunal reword its own April 20, 2026 order on the CAG audit of DERC. The Tribunal ruled that applications under Section 120 of the Electricity Act, 2003 amounted to seeking substitution of the Tribunal's decision rather than correction of an accidental slip, and directed parties to pursue available remedies under the Electricity Act.
8Patel Engineering blacklisted by Nepal's PPMO until May 2029 over Sunkoshi Marin Diversion project dispute; company holds 35% JV stake
Patel Engineering Limited disclosed under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR that Nepal's Public Procurement Monitoring Office published a blacklisting entry for RAMAN PATEL J.V. — comprising Patel Engineering Limited (35%) and lead partner Raman Construction Private Limited (65%) — from May 27, 2026 through May 26, 2029. The blacklisting arises from the termination of the Sunkoshi Marin Diversion Multipurpose Project (Lot-1) contract by Nepal's Ministry of Energy. All disputes remain sub-judice.
MNRE & BEE
8NLDC sets S1-to-(S2&S3) transfer capability at 11,300 MW with 10,850 MW ATC for April 2027, citing Salem and Pugalur ICT constraints
The National Load Despatch Centre in its revision-0 Transfer Capability statement issued May 26, 2026 for the S1-to-(S2&S3) interface for April 2027 fixed the Total Transfer Capability at 11,300 MW, a Reliability Margin of 450 MW and an Available Transfer Capability of 10,850 MW, against a net GNA of 5,574 MW. The limiting constraints include N-1 violations of ICTs at the 400/230 kV Salem and Pugalur substations and overloading risk on the 400 kV Alamaty-Manali single circuit.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8CEA daily coal stock report: 23 plants running critical as grand total falls to 65% of normative on 26 May 2026
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Coal Stock Report dated May 26, 2026 shows an all-India coal stock position of 49,395.1 thousand tonnes against a normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes — just 65% of normative — across monitored coal-based capacity of 2,22,698 MW running at 72% PLF, with 23 plants flagged as critical. NTPC and NTPC JV held stocks at 78% of normative, while APGENCO, APPDCL and TSGENCO were each at 28%, among the worst-stocked utilities.
8All-India power generation hits 4,931.09 MU on 26 May 2026 against 4,576.50 MU program, coal stations beat plan by 349 MU
Sub-Report 1 of the CEA Daily Generation Report for May 26, 2026 shows All-India actual generation of 4,931.09 MU against a daily program of 4,576.50 MU, an excess of 354.59 MU. Thermal produced 4,307.86 MU against a 3,958.85 MU program. FY 2026-27 cumulative actual stands at 2,57,319.69 MU against a 2,62,468.28 MU program, a year-to-date shortfall of 5,148.59 MU on an annual target of 17,15,000 MU. Northern Region thermal recorded the steepest deficit at -4.63% year-to-date.
8NLDC sets Punjab import capability at 10,700 MW ATC for May 2027, against approved GNA of 5,497 MW; ICT contingencies define limit
The National Load Despatch Centre published the Import Capability of Punjab for May 2027, setting the Total Transfer Capability at 11,200 MW with a Reliability Margin of 500 MW, resulting in an Available Transfer Capability of 10,700 MW against approved GNA of 5,497 MW. Limiting constraints are N-1 contingencies on 400/220 kV ICTs at Rajpura, Dhanasu and Muktsar, as well as loading close to N-1 limits at Malerkotla and Patiala ICTs and 220 kV networks at Jalandhar, Ludhiana and Amritsar.
8NLDC revises cross-border TTC/ATC for May 2027: India–Bangladesh HVDC corridor at 982 MW ATC; Bhutan export capped at 2,185 MW
The National Load Despatch Centre issued Revision 1 of the Cross-Border Transfer Capability table for May 2027 on May 27, 2026, showing the India (ER ISTS)–Bangladesh HVDC corridor constrained to an ATC of 982 MW throughout the day, with the limiting factor being the rated capacity of the HVDC Bherama–Behrampore link. The Bhutan–India export corridor holds an ATC of 2,185 MW, while the India (Bihar)–Nepal corridor is capped at 300 MW ATC, constrained by thermal limits on the 132 kV Raxual–Parwanipur lines. Details
8Ministry of Coal launches Rs. 37,500 crore surface coal & lignite gasification scheme targeting 100 MT by 2030
The Ministry of Coal organised a stakeholder roadshow on May 28, 2026 to promote its newly launched Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects, backed by a financial outlay of Rs. 37,500 crore. The scheme targets gasification of 100 million tonnes of coal by 2030 and is expected to mobilise investment of approximately Rs. 2.5–3 lakh crore while generating around 50,000 direct and indirect jobs across nearly 25 projects. Annual utilisation of 75 MT under the scheme is projected to generate approximately Rs. 6,300 crore in revenue per year.
8Coal Minister Satish Chandra Dubey reviews SECL operations and meets Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai on 27 May 2026
Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey visited South Eastern Coalfields Limited on May 27, 2026, chairing a review of coal production, dispatch, quality management, safety, digitisation, coal gasification projects and mine-closure activities with SECL CMD Harish Duhan. During the visit the Minister launched digital portals for infrastructure and hospital management and met Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai in Raipur to discuss coal production, logistics connectivity, energy security and industrial growth.
8APTEL dismisses Delhi discoms' application to reword para 39 of April 20 CAG audit order; BSES Rajdhani and BSES Yamuna directed to appellate route
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity on May 27, 2026 dismissed applications filed by BSES Rajdhani Power Limited and BSES Yamuna Power Limited attempting to have the Tribunal reword its own April 20, 2026 order on the CAG audit of DERC. The Tribunal ruled that applications under Section 120 of the Electricity Act, 2003 amounted to seeking substitution of the Tribunal's decision rather than correction of an accidental slip, and directed parties to pursue available remedies under the Electricity Act.
8Patel Engineering blacklisted by Nepal's PPMO until May 2029 over Sunkoshi Marin Diversion project dispute; company holds 35% JV stake
Patel Engineering Limited disclosed under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR that Nepal's Public Procurement Monitoring Office published a blacklisting entry for RAMAN PATEL J.V. — comprising Patel Engineering Limited (35%) and lead partner Raman Construction Private Limited (65%) — from May 27, 2026 through May 26, 2029. The blacklisting arises from the termination of the Sunkoshi Marin Diversion Multipurpose Project (Lot-1) contract by Nepal's Ministry of Energy. All disputes remain sub-judice.
MNRE & BEE
8NLDC sets S1-to-(S2&S3) transfer capability at 11,300 MW with 10,850 MW ATC for April 2027, citing Salem and Pugalur ICT constraints
The National Load Despatch Centre in its revision-0 Transfer Capability statement issued May 26, 2026 for the S1-to-(S2&S3) interface for April 2027 fixed the Total Transfer Capability at 11,300 MW, a Reliability Margin of 450 MW and an Available Transfer Capability of 10,850 MW, against a net GNA of 5,574 MW. The limiting constraints include N-1 violations of ICTs at the 400/230 kV Salem and Pugalur substations and overloading risk on the 400 kV Alamaty-Manali single circuit.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8CEA daily coal stock report: 23 plants running critical as grand total falls to 65% of normative on 26 May 2026
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Coal Stock Report dated May 26, 2026 shows an all-India coal stock position of 49,395.1 thousand tonnes against a normative requirement of 75,271.4 thousand tonnes — just 65% of normative — across monitored coal-based capacity of 2,22,698 MW running at 72% PLF, with 23 plants flagged as critical. NTPC and NTPC JV held stocks at 78% of normative, while APGENCO, APPDCL and TSGENCO were each at 28%, among the worst-stocked utilities.
8All-India power generation hits 4,931.09 MU on 26 May 2026 against 4,576.50 MU program, coal stations beat plan by 349 MU
Sub-Report 1 of the CEA Daily Generation Report for May 26, 2026 shows All-India actual generation of 4,931.09 MU against a daily program of 4,576.50 MU, an excess of 354.59 MU. Thermal produced 4,307.86 MU against a 3,958.85 MU program. FY 2026-27 cumulative actual stands at 2,57,319.69 MU against a 2,62,468.28 MU program, a year-to-date shortfall of 5,148.59 MU on an annual target of 17,15,000 MU. Northern Region thermal recorded the steepest deficit at -4.63% year-to-date.
8NLDC sets Punjab import capability at 10,700 MW ATC for May 2027, against approved GNA of 5,497 MW; ICT contingencies define limit
The National Load Despatch Centre published the Import Capability of Punjab for May 2027, setting the Total Transfer Capability at 11,200 MW with a Reliability Margin of 500 MW, resulting in an Available Transfer Capability of 10,700 MW against approved GNA of 5,497 MW. Limiting constraints are N-1 contingencies on 400/220 kV ICTs at Rajpura, Dhanasu and Muktsar, as well as loading close to N-1 limits at Malerkotla and Patiala ICTs and 220 kV networks at Jalandhar, Ludhiana and Amritsar.
8NLDC revises cross-border TTC/ATC for May 2027: India–Bangladesh HVDC corridor at 982 MW ATC; Bhutan export capped at 2,185 MW
The National Load Despatch Centre issued Revision 1 of the Cross-Border Transfer Capability table for May 2027 on May 27, 2026, showing the India (ER ISTS)–Bangladesh HVDC corridor constrained to an ATC of 982 MW throughout the day, with the limiting factor being the rated capacity of the HVDC Bherama–Behrampore link. The Bhutan–India export corridor holds an ATC of 2,185 MW, while the India (Bihar)–Nepal corridor is capped at 300 MW ATC, constrained by thermal limits on the 132 kV Raxual–Parwanipur lines. Details
NEWS UPDATE: RENEWABLE ENERGY
May 28:
SOLAR POWER
8IEX Green Day-Ahead Market clears 30,390 MWh on 27 May 2026 at Rs. 6,738/MWh with solar contributing 21,812 MWh
The IEX Green Day-Ahead Market for delivery date May 27, 2026 cleared 30,390.05 MWh in total, with solar contributing 21,811.91 MWh, non-solar 7,371.07 MWh and hydro 1,207.17 MWh, against a purchase bid of 1,98,458.53 MWh. MCP was Rs. 6,738.31/MWh and weighted MCP Rs. 4,356.59/MWh. Over the May 21–28 weekly window, total MCV stood at 2,73,414.07 MWh, with the solar component dominating at 1,81,486.47 MWh.
8CEA all-India renewable generation reaches 1,142.25 MU on 26 May 2026 with Rajasthan producing 292.18 MU solar plus wind
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Renewable Generation Report for May 26, 2026 shows All-India RE net generation of 1,142.25 MU comprising wind 439.64 MU, solar 674.44 MU and others 28.17 MU, with cumulative May 2026 generation at 25,795.40 MU. Rajasthan led states with 292.18 MU on the day and May cumulative of 6,808.82 MU. Gujarat contributed 331.67 MU, Tamil Nadu 147.76 MU, Karnataka 99.77 MU and Andhra Pradesh 72.70 MU.
8IEA pegs global energy investment at USD 3.4 trillion in 2026, with USD 2.2 trillion to clean energy and USD 1.2 trillion to fossil fuels
The International Energy Agency's World Energy Investment 2026 report projects total global energy investment of USD 3.4 trillion in 2026, a 5% rise from 2025, with approximately USD 2.2 trillion flowing to renewables, nuclear, grids, storage, low-emissions fuels, efficiency and electrification, and roughly USD 1.2 trillion to oil, natural gas and coal. Nearly half of all global energy spending is set to go to the power sector, with data-centre infrastructure investment exceeding USD 100 billion in 2025.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8IEX GTAM trades 16 daily contracts on 27 May 2026 at flat Rs. 6,670/MWh across DY1–DY3 non-solar instruments
The Green Term-Ahead Market on the Indian Energy Exchange recorded 16 daily contracts on May 27, 2026 — covering DY1 to DY3 day-of-week-specific non-solar instruments — each clearing 240 MWh with one trade per instrument at a uniform highest, lowest, average and weighted-average price of Rs. 6,670.00/MWh. The 5-page trade data file confirms a one-to-one match between buy and sell bid counts with identical bid volumes of 240 MWh on each contract.
8Harit Molecules Foundation recommends carve-out for green hydrogen projects in CERC petition 11/SM/2026
The Harit Molecules Foundation — a green-hydrogen policy think-tank bringing together L&T, Linde, ReNew, Sembcorp, Synergen, Waaree, Welspun and OCIOR — on May 21, 2026 wrote a 3-page, 1,683-word recommendation to CERC urging the Commission to consider a distinct treatment and re-allocation regime for green hydrogen projects under the GNA Regulations. HMF argued that green-hydrogen offtake economics and project gestation differ materially from conventional renewable PPAs.
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8WBPDCL submits 1,799-page Volume-I petition detailing 200 MW floating solar plus 320 MWh BESS plan at Bakreswar reservoir
The petition Volume-I, signed by WBPDCL Director (Finance) Debkumar Gupta, runs to 1,799 pages and discloses that WBPDCL currently operates five thermal stations aggregating 4,265 MW of installed capacity. The volume invokes Regulation 2.11.1 of the WBERC (Terms and Conditions of Tariff) Regulations, 2011 and binds the Asian Development Bank, the Government of West Bengal and WBPDCL through a Project Agreement under which ADB will fund 70% of the Rs. 2,01,400 lakh outlay.
8IEX High-Price DAM clears 425 MWh on 27 May 2026 at Rs. 19,499/MWh against 64,695 MWh of sell bids
On the IEX High-Price Day-Ahead Market for delivery date May 27, 2026, total clearing was just 425.00 MWh against a sell bid of 64,694.90 MWh, with all activity concentrated in hours 1, 23 and 24. Across the May 21–28 weekly window, HP-DAM cleared 5,354.45 MWh against 5,43,052.30 MWh of sell bids, with daily MCP ranging from Rs. 19,109.35/MWh on May 24 to Rs. 19,833.42/MWh on May 23.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8IEX amends business rules to implement CERC-approved pre-specified time slots in TAM, HP-TAM and GTAM contracts
Indian Energy Exchange Limited via Circular IEX/RA/2601/2026 dated May 26, 2026 revised its Business Rules to implement pre-specified time slots in the Term-Ahead Market, High Price-Term Ahead Market and Green Term Ahead Market contracts, following CERC's order dated May 21, 2026 in Petition No. 674/RC/2025. The revised Business Rules have been uploaded to www.iexindia.com for members' compliance.
8IEX rolls out new TAM/HP-TAM/GTAM time slots — RTC, Solar (06–18) and Non-Solar (00–06 & 18–24) — from 28 May 2026
Indian Energy Exchange through Circular IEX/MO/2602/2026 dated May 26, 2026 notified pre-specified time slots for TAM, HP-TAM and GTAM-Hydro contracts effective from trade date May 28, 2026, per CERC's order in Petition No. 674/RC/2025. The new daily and weekly slots include RTC (00–24), Solar (06–18), Solar-Morning (06–09), Solar-Day (09–18), Non-Solar (00–06 and 18–24), Non-Solar-Evening (18–24) and Non-Solar-Night (00–06).
8PXIL overhauls time-slot structure for TAM, GTAM and HP-TAM contracts effective 28 May 2026 per CERC order
Power Exchange India Limited issued Circular No. PXIL/Operations/2026-2027/479 on May 26, 2026, announcing a complete restructuring of pre-specified time slots for TAM, GTAM and HP-TAM contracts from trade date May 28, 2026, in compliance with CERC Order in Petition No. 754/RC/2025. New categories include RTC (00:00–24:00), Solar (06:00–18:00), Morning (06:00–09:00), Day (09:00–18:00), Non-Solar (00:00–06:00 and 18:00–24:00), Evening and Night slots.
8CEEW-ISAS report identifies capital trilemma and discom finances as key barriers to South Asia's energy transition
A May 2026 issue brief co-published by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water and the Institute of South Asian Studies, National University of Singapore, identified a triple challenge of high cost, high risk and massive-scale capital needs as the primary barriers to South Asia's energy transition covering India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and Nepal — home to approximately one-fourth of the world's population. The report recommended future-ready power markets, Global South-North supply chain collaborations and coordinated catalytic action across finance, technology and capacity building.
8Mahindra Susten files 21-page CERC submission backed by OTPP's C$266 billion AUM and India's largest RE InvIT
Mahindra Susten Private Limited on May 13, 2026 filed a 21-page, 17,418-word commentary with CERC on the draft order in Petition No. 11/SM/2026. The submission positions Susten as one of India's largest renewable IPPs alongside Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Board, a 40% platform investor managing C$266 billion in AUM, and co-sponsors of India's largest renewable InvIT, Sustainable Energy Infra Trust with approximately Rs. 6,900 crore AUM on NSE. Susten frames its inputs around the Government of India's 500 GW renewable energy target for 2030. Details
8IEX Green Day-Ahead Market clears 30,390 MWh on 27 May 2026 at Rs. 6,738/MWh with solar contributing 21,812 MWh
The IEX Green Day-Ahead Market for delivery date May 27, 2026 cleared 30,390.05 MWh in total, with solar contributing 21,811.91 MWh, non-solar 7,371.07 MWh and hydro 1,207.17 MWh, against a purchase bid of 1,98,458.53 MWh. MCP was Rs. 6,738.31/MWh and weighted MCP Rs. 4,356.59/MWh. Over the May 21–28 weekly window, total MCV stood at 2,73,414.07 MWh, with the solar component dominating at 1,81,486.47 MWh.
8CEA all-India renewable generation reaches 1,142.25 MU on 26 May 2026 with Rajasthan producing 292.18 MU solar plus wind
The Central Electricity Authority's Daily Renewable Generation Report for May 26, 2026 shows All-India RE net generation of 1,142.25 MU comprising wind 439.64 MU, solar 674.44 MU and others 28.17 MU, with cumulative May 2026 generation at 25,795.40 MU. Rajasthan led states with 292.18 MU on the day and May cumulative of 6,808.82 MU. Gujarat contributed 331.67 MU, Tamil Nadu 147.76 MU, Karnataka 99.77 MU and Andhra Pradesh 72.70 MU.
8IEA pegs global energy investment at USD 3.4 trillion in 2026, with USD 2.2 trillion to clean energy and USD 1.2 trillion to fossil fuels
The International Energy Agency's World Energy Investment 2026 report projects total global energy investment of USD 3.4 trillion in 2026, a 5% rise from 2025, with approximately USD 2.2 trillion flowing to renewables, nuclear, grids, storage, low-emissions fuels, efficiency and electrification, and roughly USD 1.2 trillion to oil, natural gas and coal. Nearly half of all global energy spending is set to go to the power sector, with data-centre infrastructure investment exceeding USD 100 billion in 2025.
WIND & HYBRID POWER
8IEX GTAM trades 16 daily contracts on 27 May 2026 at flat Rs. 6,670/MWh across DY1–DY3 non-solar instruments
The Green Term-Ahead Market on the Indian Energy Exchange recorded 16 daily contracts on May 27, 2026 — covering DY1 to DY3 day-of-week-specific non-solar instruments — each clearing 240 MWh with one trade per instrument at a uniform highest, lowest, average and weighted-average price of Rs. 6,670.00/MWh. The 5-page trade data file confirms a one-to-one match between buy and sell bid counts with identical bid volumes of 240 MWh on each contract.
8Harit Molecules Foundation recommends carve-out for green hydrogen projects in CERC petition 11/SM/2026
The Harit Molecules Foundation — a green-hydrogen policy think-tank bringing together L&T, Linde, ReNew, Sembcorp, Synergen, Waaree, Welspun and OCIOR — on May 21, 2026 wrote a 3-page, 1,683-word recommendation to CERC urging the Commission to consider a distinct treatment and re-allocation regime for green hydrogen projects under the GNA Regulations. HMF argued that green-hydrogen offtake economics and project gestation differ materially from conventional renewable PPAs.
STORAGE & GREEN HYDROGEN
8WBPDCL submits 1,799-page Volume-I petition detailing 200 MW floating solar plus 320 MWh BESS plan at Bakreswar reservoir
The petition Volume-I, signed by WBPDCL Director (Finance) Debkumar Gupta, runs to 1,799 pages and discloses that WBPDCL currently operates five thermal stations aggregating 4,265 MW of installed capacity. The volume invokes Regulation 2.11.1 of the WBERC (Terms and Conditions of Tariff) Regulations, 2011 and binds the Asian Development Bank, the Government of West Bengal and WBPDCL through a Project Agreement under which ADB will fund 70% of the Rs. 2,01,400 lakh outlay.
8IEX High-Price DAM clears 425 MWh on 27 May 2026 at Rs. 19,499/MWh against 64,695 MWh of sell bids
On the IEX High-Price Day-Ahead Market for delivery date May 27, 2026, total clearing was just 425.00 MWh against a sell bid of 64,694.90 MWh, with all activity concentrated in hours 1, 23 and 24. Across the May 21–28 weekly window, HP-DAM cleared 5,354.45 MWh against 5,43,052.30 MWh of sell bids, with daily MCP ranging from Rs. 19,109.35/MWh on May 24 to Rs. 19,833.42/MWh on May 23.
POLICY & INCENTIVES
8IEX amends business rules to implement CERC-approved pre-specified time slots in TAM, HP-TAM and GTAM contracts
Indian Energy Exchange Limited via Circular IEX/RA/2601/2026 dated May 26, 2026 revised its Business Rules to implement pre-specified time slots in the Term-Ahead Market, High Price-Term Ahead Market and Green Term Ahead Market contracts, following CERC's order dated May 21, 2026 in Petition No. 674/RC/2025. The revised Business Rules have been uploaded to www.iexindia.com for members' compliance.
8IEX rolls out new TAM/HP-TAM/GTAM time slots — RTC, Solar (06–18) and Non-Solar (00–06 & 18–24) — from 28 May 2026
Indian Energy Exchange through Circular IEX/MO/2602/2026 dated May 26, 2026 notified pre-specified time slots for TAM, HP-TAM and GTAM-Hydro contracts effective from trade date May 28, 2026, per CERC's order in Petition No. 674/RC/2025. The new daily and weekly slots include RTC (00–24), Solar (06–18), Solar-Morning (06–09), Solar-Day (09–18), Non-Solar (00–06 and 18–24), Non-Solar-Evening (18–24) and Non-Solar-Night (00–06).
8PXIL overhauls time-slot structure for TAM, GTAM and HP-TAM contracts effective 28 May 2026 per CERC order
Power Exchange India Limited issued Circular No. PXIL/Operations/2026-2027/479 on May 26, 2026, announcing a complete restructuring of pre-specified time slots for TAM, GTAM and HP-TAM contracts from trade date May 28, 2026, in compliance with CERC Order in Petition No. 754/RC/2025. New categories include RTC (00:00–24:00), Solar (06:00–18:00), Morning (06:00–09:00), Day (09:00–18:00), Non-Solar (00:00–06:00 and 18:00–24:00), Evening and Night slots.
8CEEW-ISAS report identifies capital trilemma and discom finances as key barriers to South Asia's energy transition
A May 2026 issue brief co-published by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water and the Institute of South Asian Studies, National University of Singapore, identified a triple challenge of high cost, high risk and massive-scale capital needs as the primary barriers to South Asia's energy transition covering India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and Nepal — home to approximately one-fourth of the world's population. The report recommended future-ready power markets, Global South-North supply chain collaborations and coordinated catalytic action across finance, technology and capacity building.
8Mahindra Susten files 21-page CERC submission backed by OTPP's C$266 billion AUM and India's largest RE InvIT
Mahindra Susten Private Limited on May 13, 2026 filed a 21-page, 17,418-word commentary with CERC on the draft order in Petition No. 11/SM/2026. The submission positions Susten as one of India's largest renewable IPPs alongside Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan Board, a 40% platform investor managing C$266 billion in AUM, and co-sponsors of India's largest renewable InvIT, Sustainable Energy Infra Trust with approximately Rs. 6,900 crore AUM on NSE. Susten frames its inputs around the Government of India's 500 GW renewable energy target for 2030. Details
NEWS UPDATE: PROJECT AWARDS & CAPACITY ADDITION
May 28:
WORK ORDERS & SUPPLY CONTRACTS
8PFC divests NERGS III Siang Basin Transmission SPV for Rs. 19.7 crore to Dineshchandra R. Agarwal Infracon
Power Finance Corporation Limited completed the transfer of NERGS III Siang Basin Transmission Limited — a subsidiary of its subsidiary PFC Consulting Limited — to Dineshchandra R. Agarwal Infracon Private Limited on May 26, 2026. The consideration under the Share Purchase Agreement stood at Rs. 19,70,61,135. The transaction does not fall within related-party transactions and is not in the nature of a slump sale, forming part of PFC's ongoing divestment of transmission SPVs.
8Punjab State Power Corporation awards NIRL a 2 GW renewable energy package plus 3,300 MWh BESS
NLC India Renewables Limited secured a major 2 GW renewable energy project plus 3,300 MWh BESS tender from PSPCL, with similar contracts also won across NHPC, GUVNL, SECI, NCRTC, TNGECL and NTPC, as disclosed in NLC India's investor presentation for FY2026. NLC India also disclosed two new Joint Ventures — NIRL-NCRTC and NIRL-MAHAPREIT — focused on renewable energy supply to urban transit systems.
8PSPCL takes up procurement of 745.2 MU short-term power for June–September 2026, seeks BoD approval details
The Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission in its order dated May 27, 2026 in Petition No. 44 of 2026 took up PSPCL's petition seeking tariff adoption for procurement of 745.2 MUs of short-term round-the-clock power for June 1 to September 30, 2026. The Commission directed PSPCL to submit Board of Directors' approval for the procurement decided by its Short Term Power Purchase Committee on May 13, 2026 under Tender Enquiry No. PPR-10/2026.
8GACL floats EOI for up to 100 MW wind-solar hybrid plant at Dahej under SPV mode for captive use
Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Limited has invited Expressions of Interest from renewable energy developers to set up up to 100 MW of wind-solar hybrid capacity for captive use at its Dahej complex under the SPV group captive mode. The HT consumer with 160,000 KVA contract demand adds to GACL's existing Dahej renewable fleet of 62.5 MW windfarms and 14 MW and 37.5 MW solar projects. Bidders must have been incorporated before March 31, 2021 with over 500 MW of commissioned RE capacity.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8UPERC adopts Rs. 2.20–2.99/unit tariff and approves 22 PPAs for 60.5 MW solar under PM-KUSUM C-2 feeder solarisation
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission adopted the competitively-discovered tariff and approved 22 Power Purchase Agreements for 60.5 MW of grid-connected solar power under the RESCO mode of Component C-2 of the PM KUSUM Scheme. Tariffs discovered through bidding under RfS No. 03/UPNEDA-PM KUSUM-C2/FLS/2024 range from Rs. 2.20 to Rs. 2.99 per unit, targeting a cumulative 2,553.5 MW connected to segregated agriculture feeders.
8PSERC admits PSPCL's short-term power procurement petition; queries BoD approval and trading margins of PTC India, NVVN, JSW Power Trading
The Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission in Petition No. 44 of 2026 directed PSPCL to clarify whether prices quoted by bidders PTC India, NVVN, JSW Power Trading and MPL are inclusive of trading margins, and to submit BoD approval for procurement decided on May 13, 2026. The petition covers 745.2 MUs of round-the-clock short-term power for June through September 2026 under Tender Enquiry No. PPR-10/2026.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8NTPC Green Energy's 1,200 MW Khavda-II solar project fully commissioned; group capacity now 10,621 MW
NTPC Renewable Energy Limited declared commercial operation of the final 105 MW eighth tranche of its 1,200 MW Khavda-II Solar PV Project in Gujarat effective 00:00 hrs on May 28, 2026. With this milestone, NTPC Green Energy Limited Group's total installed capacity rises from 10,516.40 MW to 10,621.40 MW. The completion of all eight tranches marks the full commissioning of one of India's largest individual solar projects to date.
8BCCL's 2.0 MTPA Bhojudih coal washery goes commercial, boosting coking coal supply to the steel sector
Bharat Coking Coal Limited announced commencement of commercial operations at its new 2.0 MTPA Bhojudih Coal Washery effective May 26, 2026. The three-product medium coking coal washery, constructed under a Build, Operate and Maintain model, deploys Heavy Media Cyclone, Spiral Concentrator and Froth Flotation technologies. The facility is designed to supply washed coking coal to India's steel sector, strengthening domestic metallurgical coal processing capacity.
8ACME Solar commissions additional 34.6 MW / 155.5 MWh BESS at Bikaner, Rajasthan, pushing cumulative capacity to 245.5 MW / 1,103 MWh
ACME Solar Holdings Limited, through its wholly owned subsidiary ACME Surya Power Private Limited, commissioned an additional 34.598 MW / 155.493 MWh Battery Energy Storage System in Village Jaimalsar, Bikaner, Rajasthan on May 27, 2026, with COD set for May 29, 2026. The addition raises ACME Surya Power's cumulative commissioned BESS capacity to 245.536 MW / 1,103.392 MWh, marking a significant scale-up of grid-scale storage capacity in western Rajasthan.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8Coal India promoter exercises oversubscription option; government to sell up to 2% stake worth ~2x base offer size
The Ministry of Coal, acting on behalf of the President of India as promoter of Coal India Limited, exercised the oversubscription option in its Offer for Sale, adding a further 61,627,283 equity shares (1.00% of total paid-up equity) beyond the base offer of 61,627,283 shares (1.00%). The combined offer covers up to 123,254,566 shares representing 2.00% of Coal India's paid-up equity capital. The OFS was conducted on May 27, 2026 for non-retail investors, with retail investors eligible on May 29, 2026.
8Premier Energies promoter group sells 2.41 crore shares (5.33%) in BSE/NSE transaction; pre-disposal holding at 63.94%
Surenderpal Singh Saluja and three family members forming the Promoter and Promoter Group of Premier Energies Limited disclosed disposal of 2,41,29,527 equity shares representing 5.33% of paid-up equity capital under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI SAST Regulations, 2011. Prior to the transaction, the promoter group held 28,96,26,031 shares equivalent to 63.94% of total paid-up capital, with no shares under pledge or encumbrance. The filing was submitted simultaneously to BSE, NSE and the target company on May 27, 2026. Details
8PFC divests NERGS III Siang Basin Transmission SPV for Rs. 19.7 crore to Dineshchandra R. Agarwal Infracon
Power Finance Corporation Limited completed the transfer of NERGS III Siang Basin Transmission Limited — a subsidiary of its subsidiary PFC Consulting Limited — to Dineshchandra R. Agarwal Infracon Private Limited on May 26, 2026. The consideration under the Share Purchase Agreement stood at Rs. 19,70,61,135. The transaction does not fall within related-party transactions and is not in the nature of a slump sale, forming part of PFC's ongoing divestment of transmission SPVs.
8Punjab State Power Corporation awards NIRL a 2 GW renewable energy package plus 3,300 MWh BESS
NLC India Renewables Limited secured a major 2 GW renewable energy project plus 3,300 MWh BESS tender from PSPCL, with similar contracts also won across NHPC, GUVNL, SECI, NCRTC, TNGECL and NTPC, as disclosed in NLC India's investor presentation for FY2026. NLC India also disclosed two new Joint Ventures — NIRL-NCRTC and NIRL-MAHAPREIT — focused on renewable energy supply to urban transit systems.
8PSPCL takes up procurement of 745.2 MU short-term power for June–September 2026, seeks BoD approval details
The Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission in its order dated May 27, 2026 in Petition No. 44 of 2026 took up PSPCL's petition seeking tariff adoption for procurement of 745.2 MUs of short-term round-the-clock power for June 1 to September 30, 2026. The Commission directed PSPCL to submit Board of Directors' approval for the procurement decided by its Short Term Power Purchase Committee on May 13, 2026 under Tender Enquiry No. PPR-10/2026.
8GACL floats EOI for up to 100 MW wind-solar hybrid plant at Dahej under SPV mode for captive use
Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Limited has invited Expressions of Interest from renewable energy developers to set up up to 100 MW of wind-solar hybrid capacity for captive use at its Dahej complex under the SPV group captive mode. The HT consumer with 160,000 KVA contract demand adds to GACL's existing Dahej renewable fleet of 62.5 MW windfarms and 14 MW and 37.5 MW solar projects. Bidders must have been incorporated before March 31, 2021 with over 500 MW of commissioned RE capacity.
PPA SIGNING & APPROVAL
8UPERC adopts Rs. 2.20–2.99/unit tariff and approves 22 PPAs for 60.5 MW solar under PM-KUSUM C-2 feeder solarisation
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission adopted the competitively-discovered tariff and approved 22 Power Purchase Agreements for 60.5 MW of grid-connected solar power under the RESCO mode of Component C-2 of the PM KUSUM Scheme. Tariffs discovered through bidding under RfS No. 03/UPNEDA-PM KUSUM-C2/FLS/2024 range from Rs. 2.20 to Rs. 2.99 per unit, targeting a cumulative 2,553.5 MW connected to segregated agriculture feeders.
8PSERC admits PSPCL's short-term power procurement petition; queries BoD approval and trading margins of PTC India, NVVN, JSW Power Trading
The Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission in Petition No. 44 of 2026 directed PSPCL to clarify whether prices quoted by bidders PTC India, NVVN, JSW Power Trading and MPL are inclusive of trading margins, and to submit BoD approval for procurement decided on May 13, 2026. The petition covers 745.2 MUs of round-the-clock short-term power for June through September 2026 under Tender Enquiry No. PPR-10/2026.
CAPACITY COMMISSIONING
8NTPC Green Energy's 1,200 MW Khavda-II solar project fully commissioned; group capacity now 10,621 MW
NTPC Renewable Energy Limited declared commercial operation of the final 105 MW eighth tranche of its 1,200 MW Khavda-II Solar PV Project in Gujarat effective 00:00 hrs on May 28, 2026. With this milestone, NTPC Green Energy Limited Group's total installed capacity rises from 10,516.40 MW to 10,621.40 MW. The completion of all eight tranches marks the full commissioning of one of India's largest individual solar projects to date.
8BCCL's 2.0 MTPA Bhojudih coal washery goes commercial, boosting coking coal supply to the steel sector
Bharat Coking Coal Limited announced commencement of commercial operations at its new 2.0 MTPA Bhojudih Coal Washery effective May 26, 2026. The three-product medium coking coal washery, constructed under a Build, Operate and Maintain model, deploys Heavy Media Cyclone, Spiral Concentrator and Froth Flotation technologies. The facility is designed to supply washed coking coal to India's steel sector, strengthening domestic metallurgical coal processing capacity.
8ACME Solar commissions additional 34.6 MW / 155.5 MWh BESS at Bikaner, Rajasthan, pushing cumulative capacity to 245.5 MW / 1,103 MWh
ACME Solar Holdings Limited, through its wholly owned subsidiary ACME Surya Power Private Limited, commissioned an additional 34.598 MW / 155.493 MWh Battery Energy Storage System in Village Jaimalsar, Bikaner, Rajasthan on May 27, 2026, with COD set for May 29, 2026. The addition raises ACME Surya Power's cumulative commissioned BESS capacity to 245.536 MW / 1,103.392 MWh, marking a significant scale-up of grid-scale storage capacity in western Rajasthan.
EQUITY & STAKE ACQUISITION
8Coal India promoter exercises oversubscription option; government to sell up to 2% stake worth ~2x base offer size
The Ministry of Coal, acting on behalf of the President of India as promoter of Coal India Limited, exercised the oversubscription option in its Offer for Sale, adding a further 61,627,283 equity shares (1.00% of total paid-up equity) beyond the base offer of 61,627,283 shares (1.00%). The combined offer covers up to 123,254,566 shares representing 2.00% of Coal India's paid-up equity capital. The OFS was conducted on May 27, 2026 for non-retail investors, with retail investors eligible on May 29, 2026.
8Premier Energies promoter group sells 2.41 crore shares (5.33%) in BSE/NSE transaction; pre-disposal holding at 63.94%
Surenderpal Singh Saluja and three family members forming the Promoter and Promoter Group of Premier Energies Limited disclosed disposal of 2,41,29,527 equity shares representing 5.33% of paid-up equity capital under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI SAST Regulations, 2011. Prior to the transaction, the promoter group held 28,96,26,031 shares equivalent to 63.94% of total paid-up capital, with no shares under pledge or encumbrance. The filing was submitted simultaneously to BSE, NSE and the target company on May 27, 2026. Details
NEWS UPDATE: TARIFF & REGULATORY ORDERS
May 28:
COMMISSION ORDERS (CERC/SERC)
8UPERC approves UPPCL procurement of 511 MW Bhutan hydro from Khorlochhu at Rs. 6.75/unit for 30 years from 2030
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, by order dated May 27, 2026 in Petition No. 2294 of 2025, approved UPPCL's procurement of 511 MW hydro power from the 600 MW Khorlochhu Hydro Power Station in Bhutan through Tata Power Trading Company Limited, starting May 1, 2030 for 30 years. The firm tariff is Rs. 6.75/kWh at the Indo-Bhutan periphery, comprising a busbar levelized tariff of Rs. 6.47/kWh plus Rs. 0.28/kWh transmission charges, with no annual escalation.
8TNERC approves Rs. 1,545.14 crore additional tariff subsidy to TNPDCL for 200-unit bimonthly free-power expansion
By Order No. 5 of 2026 dated May 26, 2026, TNERC approved an additional tariff subsidy to TNPDCL following Tamil Nadu G.O.(Ms) No. 50 dated May 10, 2026, which raised free electricity to 200 units bimonthly for domestic consumers consuming up to 500 units bimonthly. Against the government's commitment of Rs. 1,730 crore per annum, TNPDCL's provisional subsidy works out to Rs. 1,545.14 crore for the 326 days from May 10, 2026 to March 31, 2027.
8TNERC dismisses HCL Technologies' plea in M.P. No. 25 of 2025 seeking IT-enabled tariff re-classification
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission on May 26, 2026 dismissed Miscellaneous Petition No. 25 of 2025 filed by HCL Technologies Limited against CMD/TNPDCL. The bench held HCL's prayer for quashing paragraph 9.11.7.2 of T.P. No. 3 of 2010 and inclusion of IT-enabled services under paragraph 9.11.2 of the same tariff order 'not sustainable,' and ordered the petition dismissed without costs.
8HERC orders joint NISE-led simulation study to fix DC:AC ratio in Amplus 50 MW Khanak solar tariff remand
The Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission in its interim order dated May 27, 2026 directed HPPC and Amplus to agree within one week on two independent agencies — one of which must be the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) — to jointly conduct two simulation studies determining the appropriate DC:AC ratio for the 50 MW Amplus Sun Solutions solar project at Khanak, Tosham, Bhiwani. The matter flows from APTEL's judgment dated February 13, 2026 and was listed next for June 10, 2026.
8HERC adjourns HPPC's 495 MW solar procurement plan at Rs. 2.86–2.97/kWh, seeks revised proposal by 2 June 2026
The Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission by interim order dated May 27, 2026 adjourned HPPC's plea seeking PPA approval and tariff adoption for 495 MW of solar power from seven developers at Rs. 2.86 to Rs. 2.97 per kWh, discovered through competitive bidding under RfS No. 123/HPPC/Solar/LTP-III/500MW/T-2. The Commission directed HPPC to file a revised proposal by June 2, 2026 amid pending re-negotiation with bidders, and listed the case for June 4, 2026.
8GERC floats tariff discussion paper proposing Rs. 5.45/kWh net tariff for sub-5 MW small hydro and Rs. 4.33/kWh for 5–25 MW projects
The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission released a 59-page discussion paper on tariff for small hydro power projects in Gujarat, proposing a 40-year project life and a control period from June 2022 to March 2031. For projects below 5 MW, GERC proposes a net levelised tariff of Rs. 5.45/kWh after an accelerated depreciation benefit of Rs. 0.42/kWh, and Rs. 4.33/kWh net for 5–25 MW projects, with O&M charges escalated at 5.72% per annum.
8MnERC approves MSPCL's Rs. 87.86 crore transmission ARR for FY 2026-27 at Rs. 0.79/kWh on 1,108.79 MU
Manipur State Power Company Limited published the public notice of transmission tariff approved by the Manipur Electricity Regulatory Commission for FY 2026-27, applicable from May 1, 2026. The Commission approved an Annual Revenue Requirement of Rs. 87.86 crore, monthly transmission tariff of Rs. 732.18 lakh per month on a transmission capacity of 292 MW, and 1,108.79 MU of net energy approved at the state-level periphery, yielding a transmission tariff of Rs. 0.79 per kWh.
8TNERC issues draft forecasting & scheduling regulations for wind, solar and hybrid generators, inviting comments by 11 June 2026
TNERC at Guindy, Chennai, notified Draft Notification No. TNERC/DSM/Wind & Solar/21-3/2026 dated May 27, 2026, covering the Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (Forecasting, Scheduling and Deviation Settlement and Related Matters for Wind, Solar and Hybrid Generation with or without ESS) Regulations, 2026. The 11,601-word draft proposes to amend the 2024 framework under Section 181 of the Electricity Act, 2003. Stakeholder objections must be filed with the TNERC Secretary by June 11, 2026.
8Rajasthan discoms set FPPAS at 4.85% for March 2026 consumption, to be billed in June 2026 per RERC tariff order
Jaipur, Jodhpur and Ajmer discoms computed the Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge at 4.85% for the consumption month of March 2026, to be recovered in June 2026 billing. Total units procured were 9,631.29 million kWh, with an incremental APPC of Rs. 0.29/kWh and an Average Billing Rate of Rs. 7.49/kWh under the FY 2025-26 tariff order dated October 3, 2025, against an approved APPC including transmission charges of Rs. 4.85/kWh.
OMBUDSMAN & CONSUMER GRIEVANCE
8Chhattisgarh Electricity Ombudsman dismisses stone-crusher industry's HT-tariff challenge for January–June 2025 billing
In Appeal Case No. 24/2026, the Chhattisgarh Electricity Ombudsman at Raipur dismissed the appeal of M/s Balaji & Sons against CSPDCL. The Ombudsman upheld the Bilaspur Vidyut Forum's November 6, 2025 order that the 200 HP stone-crusher connection, upgraded from 150 HP under a January 10, 2025 agreement, must be billed at HT tariff for January 2025 to June 2025 rather than the LT-5 tariff of Rs. 150/kW/month plus Rs. 6.80/kWh.
8BRPL March 2026 accident report records zero monthly accidents but year-cumulative 18 outside fatalities and 14 non-fatal cases
BSES Rajdhani Power Limited's Fatal and Non-Fatal Accident Report for March 2026 recorded zero accidents during the month but year-to-date cumulative outside totals of 18 fatal-human and 14 non-fatal-human accidents for FY 2025-26. The accompanying complaint-attendance report shows 9,121 LV-supply continuous-failure complaints fully resolved, 7,718 LV more-than-100-consumer failure complaints closed, and 39 burnt or stolen meter replacement complaints still pending.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8APTEL orders DERC to begin liquidating Rs. 38,552 crore of Delhi discom regulatory assets from 16 June 2026
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity on May 27, 2026, in Review Petitions Nos. 7 and 8 of 2026, directed DERC to commence liquidating regulatory assets of the Delhi distribution companies — tentatively quantified at Rs. 38,552 crore — from June 16, 2026. While granting DERC time until June 30, 2026 to pass the FY 2023-24 true-up order, the Tribunal rejected DERC's plea to defer liquidation to July 1, 2026, observing that the process could take several years and must begin at the earliest in the interest of consumers.
8APTEL dismisses India Cements, Chemplast Sanmar and TASMA appeals against TNERC tariff orders citing delays of up to 5,057 days
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity on May 27, 2026 dismissed seven condonation-of-delay applications filed by high-tension captive consumers of TNPDCL — including India Cements Ltd., Chemplast Sanmar group companies and the Tamil Nadu Spinning Mills Association — challenging TNERC tariff orders dating back to 2012, 2013 and 2017. Delays were found enormous and unexplained, reaching 5,057 days for TASMA's challenge to the 2012 order, and the appeals were held time-barred under the Limitation Act, 1963.
8UPERC admits UPPTCL's Rs. 4,285.69 crore plan for 25 transmission schemes, lists hearing for 25 June 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission admitted Petition No. 2383 of 2026 filed by UPPTCL seeking approval for 25 transmission schemes — 10 in Deposit, 12 in RTM and 3 in TBCB mode — at an estimated cost of Rs. 4,285.69 crore, of which Rs. 1,888.08 crore is in RTM mode. The Commission's notice dated May 25, 2026, requires UPPTCL to appear for hearing at Vidyut Niyamak Bhawan, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow on June 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM.
8WBPDCL files Rs. 2,014 crore petition for 200 MW floating solar plus 80 MW BESS at Bakreswar reservoir
WBPDCL filed Case No. OA-543/25-26 before the West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission seeking in-principle investment approval for a 200 MW (AC) Floating Solar PV project paired with an 80 MW x 4-hour BESS at the Bakreswar reservoir in Birbhum district, at an estimated cost of Rs. 2,01,400 lakh. The 18-month project is scheduled from July 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027. Funding will be 70% from the Asian Development Bank. The levelized power cost is pegged at Rs. 5.98 per kWh.
8CERC petition 11/SM/2026: ACME Solar backs GNA-LoA mechanism as 'balanced and well-considered' reform
ACME Solar Holdings, in its May 11, 2026 submission to CERC on Petition No. 11/SM/2026, described the draft order dated May 6, 2026 as a balanced effort to address stranded connectivity arising from large numbers of LoAs not converted into PPAs within 12 months. The 11-page commentary endorsed the Commission's objective of optimal utilisation of scarce transmission capacity while flagging practical safeguards for genuine developers facing REIA-related delays.
8InWEA warns CERC against penalising bona fide wind developers, opposes 'deemed surrender' of active LoAs in petition 11/SM/2026
The Indian Wind Energy Association in its 18-page, 7,996-word commentary urged CERC to ensure that the mechanism in Petition No. 11/SM/2026 does not treat all LoA-based delays as developer default. InWEA argued that PPA or PSA execution delays after transparent government REIA bids are beyond the developer's control, and that connectivity should not be deemed surrendered where the LoA has not been formally cancelled by the REIA or the Government.
8Prayas Energy Group calls for tighter mechanism on legacy LoAs without PPA after 16 April 2026 MoP office memorandum
Prayas (Energy Group) in a 5,679-word commentary dated May 21, 2026 examined CERC's interim order dated May 6, 2026 in Petition No. 11/SM/2026 on the mechanism for GNA connectivity for legacy LoAs without any PPA. The Pune-based think-tank traced the issue back to the November 2025 CERC staff paper, noted the Ministry of Power's April 16, 2026 Office Memorandum that informed the interim order, and offered detailed recommendations on the proposed exit, surrender and reallocation options.
8MNRE flags concerns on performance-BG requirement and connectivity-retention conditions in CERC petition 11/SM/2026
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, in its 4-page, 912-word draft comments on the CERC draft order dated May 6, 2026, flagged provisions under Option-I — particularly the requirement of an additional Performance Bank Guarantee. MNRE argued that the BG requirement and other connectivity-retention conditions in the mechanism for GNA-based LoA connectivity unsigned beyond 12 months need re-examination so as not to penalise bona-fide developers operating within the REIA-led bidding architecture.
8UPERC defers Bajaj Energy's late-payment-surcharge claim against UPPCL pending Member (Law) appointment
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission in its order dated May 27, 2026 in Petition No. 2265 of 2025 deferred Bajaj Energy Private Limited's plea seeking directions to UPPCL for payment of Late Payment Surcharge on invoices under the PPA dated December 10, 2010. Although pleadings were complete, the Commission observed that the matter is adjudicatory under Section 86(1)(f) of the Electricity Act, 2003, making the presence of a Member (Law) in the quorum mandatory. The next hearing date will be intimated only upon the Member (Law)'s joining.
8ReNew backs CERC's connectivity reform citing its ~20 GW pan-India renewable portfolio in petition 11/SM/2026
ReNew Private Limited, one of India's largest renewable producers with an aggregated portfolio of roughly 20 GW including more than 10 GW of operational capacity, on May 21, 2026 filed an 8-page, 10,390-word commentary with CERC on the draft order in Petition No. 11/SM/2026. The detailed submission offers recommendations to balance discipline in scarce ISTS connectivity with continuity for projects with PPA-signing visibility, anchored in ReNew's status as the first Indian renewable company to be listed on a global exchange.
8TNPDCL objects to all three options in CERC petition 11/SM/2026 as inconsistent with GNA regulations and consumer interest
Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited filed a 1,618-word commentary with CERC on the draft order in Petition No. 11/SM/2026, reiterating that proposed Options I, II and III for treatment of connectivity where PPAs are unsigned beyond 12 months from LoA issuance are 'fundamentally inconsistent' with GNA Regulations, prudent transmission-planning principles, consumer interest and the Electricity Act. TNPDCL first raised this objection at the Staff Paper stage. Details
8UPERC approves UPPCL procurement of 511 MW Bhutan hydro from Khorlochhu at Rs. 6.75/unit for 30 years from 2030
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission, by order dated May 27, 2026 in Petition No. 2294 of 2025, approved UPPCL's procurement of 511 MW hydro power from the 600 MW Khorlochhu Hydro Power Station in Bhutan through Tata Power Trading Company Limited, starting May 1, 2030 for 30 years. The firm tariff is Rs. 6.75/kWh at the Indo-Bhutan periphery, comprising a busbar levelized tariff of Rs. 6.47/kWh plus Rs. 0.28/kWh transmission charges, with no annual escalation.
8TNERC approves Rs. 1,545.14 crore additional tariff subsidy to TNPDCL for 200-unit bimonthly free-power expansion
By Order No. 5 of 2026 dated May 26, 2026, TNERC approved an additional tariff subsidy to TNPDCL following Tamil Nadu G.O.(Ms) No. 50 dated May 10, 2026, which raised free electricity to 200 units bimonthly for domestic consumers consuming up to 500 units bimonthly. Against the government's commitment of Rs. 1,730 crore per annum, TNPDCL's provisional subsidy works out to Rs. 1,545.14 crore for the 326 days from May 10, 2026 to March 31, 2027.
8TNERC dismisses HCL Technologies' plea in M.P. No. 25 of 2025 seeking IT-enabled tariff re-classification
The Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission on May 26, 2026 dismissed Miscellaneous Petition No. 25 of 2025 filed by HCL Technologies Limited against CMD/TNPDCL. The bench held HCL's prayer for quashing paragraph 9.11.7.2 of T.P. No. 3 of 2010 and inclusion of IT-enabled services under paragraph 9.11.2 of the same tariff order 'not sustainable,' and ordered the petition dismissed without costs.
8HERC orders joint NISE-led simulation study to fix DC:AC ratio in Amplus 50 MW Khanak solar tariff remand
The Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission in its interim order dated May 27, 2026 directed HPPC and Amplus to agree within one week on two independent agencies — one of which must be the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) — to jointly conduct two simulation studies determining the appropriate DC:AC ratio for the 50 MW Amplus Sun Solutions solar project at Khanak, Tosham, Bhiwani. The matter flows from APTEL's judgment dated February 13, 2026 and was listed next for June 10, 2026.
8HERC adjourns HPPC's 495 MW solar procurement plan at Rs. 2.86–2.97/kWh, seeks revised proposal by 2 June 2026
The Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission by interim order dated May 27, 2026 adjourned HPPC's plea seeking PPA approval and tariff adoption for 495 MW of solar power from seven developers at Rs. 2.86 to Rs. 2.97 per kWh, discovered through competitive bidding under RfS No. 123/HPPC/Solar/LTP-III/500MW/T-2. The Commission directed HPPC to file a revised proposal by June 2, 2026 amid pending re-negotiation with bidders, and listed the case for June 4, 2026.
8GERC floats tariff discussion paper proposing Rs. 5.45/kWh net tariff for sub-5 MW small hydro and Rs. 4.33/kWh for 5–25 MW projects
The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission released a 59-page discussion paper on tariff for small hydro power projects in Gujarat, proposing a 40-year project life and a control period from June 2022 to March 2031. For projects below 5 MW, GERC proposes a net levelised tariff of Rs. 5.45/kWh after an accelerated depreciation benefit of Rs. 0.42/kWh, and Rs. 4.33/kWh net for 5–25 MW projects, with O&M charges escalated at 5.72% per annum.
8MnERC approves MSPCL's Rs. 87.86 crore transmission ARR for FY 2026-27 at Rs. 0.79/kWh on 1,108.79 MU
Manipur State Power Company Limited published the public notice of transmission tariff approved by the Manipur Electricity Regulatory Commission for FY 2026-27, applicable from May 1, 2026. The Commission approved an Annual Revenue Requirement of Rs. 87.86 crore, monthly transmission tariff of Rs. 732.18 lakh per month on a transmission capacity of 292 MW, and 1,108.79 MU of net energy approved at the state-level periphery, yielding a transmission tariff of Rs. 0.79 per kWh.
8TNERC issues draft forecasting & scheduling regulations for wind, solar and hybrid generators, inviting comments by 11 June 2026
TNERC at Guindy, Chennai, notified Draft Notification No. TNERC/DSM/Wind & Solar/21-3/2026 dated May 27, 2026, covering the Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission (Forecasting, Scheduling and Deviation Settlement and Related Matters for Wind, Solar and Hybrid Generation with or without ESS) Regulations, 2026. The 11,601-word draft proposes to amend the 2024 framework under Section 181 of the Electricity Act, 2003. Stakeholder objections must be filed with the TNERC Secretary by June 11, 2026.
8Rajasthan discoms set FPPAS at 4.85% for March 2026 consumption, to be billed in June 2026 per RERC tariff order
Jaipur, Jodhpur and Ajmer discoms computed the Fuel and Power Purchase Adjustment Surcharge at 4.85% for the consumption month of March 2026, to be recovered in June 2026 billing. Total units procured were 9,631.29 million kWh, with an incremental APPC of Rs. 0.29/kWh and an Average Billing Rate of Rs. 7.49/kWh under the FY 2025-26 tariff order dated October 3, 2025, against an approved APPC including transmission charges of Rs. 4.85/kWh.
OMBUDSMAN & CONSUMER GRIEVANCE
8Chhattisgarh Electricity Ombudsman dismisses stone-crusher industry's HT-tariff challenge for January–June 2025 billing
In Appeal Case No. 24/2026, the Chhattisgarh Electricity Ombudsman at Raipur dismissed the appeal of M/s Balaji & Sons against CSPDCL. The Ombudsman upheld the Bilaspur Vidyut Forum's November 6, 2025 order that the 200 HP stone-crusher connection, upgraded from 150 HP under a January 10, 2025 agreement, must be billed at HT tariff for January 2025 to June 2025 rather than the LT-5 tariff of Rs. 150/kW/month plus Rs. 6.80/kWh.
8BRPL March 2026 accident report records zero monthly accidents but year-cumulative 18 outside fatalities and 14 non-fatal cases
BSES Rajdhani Power Limited's Fatal and Non-Fatal Accident Report for March 2026 recorded zero accidents during the month but year-to-date cumulative outside totals of 18 fatal-human and 14 non-fatal-human accidents for FY 2025-26. The accompanying complaint-attendance report shows 9,121 LV-supply continuous-failure complaints fully resolved, 7,718 LV more-than-100-consumer failure complaints closed, and 39 burnt or stolen meter replacement complaints still pending.
REGULATORY PETITION & REVIEW
8APTEL orders DERC to begin liquidating Rs. 38,552 crore of Delhi discom regulatory assets from 16 June 2026
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity on May 27, 2026, in Review Petitions Nos. 7 and 8 of 2026, directed DERC to commence liquidating regulatory assets of the Delhi distribution companies — tentatively quantified at Rs. 38,552 crore — from June 16, 2026. While granting DERC time until June 30, 2026 to pass the FY 2023-24 true-up order, the Tribunal rejected DERC's plea to defer liquidation to July 1, 2026, observing that the process could take several years and must begin at the earliest in the interest of consumers.
8APTEL dismisses India Cements, Chemplast Sanmar and TASMA appeals against TNERC tariff orders citing delays of up to 5,057 days
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity on May 27, 2026 dismissed seven condonation-of-delay applications filed by high-tension captive consumers of TNPDCL — including India Cements Ltd., Chemplast Sanmar group companies and the Tamil Nadu Spinning Mills Association — challenging TNERC tariff orders dating back to 2012, 2013 and 2017. Delays were found enormous and unexplained, reaching 5,057 days for TASMA's challenge to the 2012 order, and the appeals were held time-barred under the Limitation Act, 1963.
8UPERC admits UPPTCL's Rs. 4,285.69 crore plan for 25 transmission schemes, lists hearing for 25 June 2026
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission admitted Petition No. 2383 of 2026 filed by UPPTCL seeking approval for 25 transmission schemes — 10 in Deposit, 12 in RTM and 3 in TBCB mode — at an estimated cost of Rs. 4,285.69 crore, of which Rs. 1,888.08 crore is in RTM mode. The Commission's notice dated May 25, 2026, requires UPPTCL to appear for hearing at Vidyut Niyamak Bhawan, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow on June 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM.
8WBPDCL files Rs. 2,014 crore petition for 200 MW floating solar plus 80 MW BESS at Bakreswar reservoir
WBPDCL filed Case No. OA-543/25-26 before the West Bengal Electricity Regulatory Commission seeking in-principle investment approval for a 200 MW (AC) Floating Solar PV project paired with an 80 MW x 4-hour BESS at the Bakreswar reservoir in Birbhum district, at an estimated cost of Rs. 2,01,400 lakh. The 18-month project is scheduled from July 1, 2026 to December 31, 2027. Funding will be 70% from the Asian Development Bank. The levelized power cost is pegged at Rs. 5.98 per kWh.
8CERC petition 11/SM/2026: ACME Solar backs GNA-LoA mechanism as 'balanced and well-considered' reform
ACME Solar Holdings, in its May 11, 2026 submission to CERC on Petition No. 11/SM/2026, described the draft order dated May 6, 2026 as a balanced effort to address stranded connectivity arising from large numbers of LoAs not converted into PPAs within 12 months. The 11-page commentary endorsed the Commission's objective of optimal utilisation of scarce transmission capacity while flagging practical safeguards for genuine developers facing REIA-related delays.
8InWEA warns CERC against penalising bona fide wind developers, opposes 'deemed surrender' of active LoAs in petition 11/SM/2026
The Indian Wind Energy Association in its 18-page, 7,996-word commentary urged CERC to ensure that the mechanism in Petition No. 11/SM/2026 does not treat all LoA-based delays as developer default. InWEA argued that PPA or PSA execution delays after transparent government REIA bids are beyond the developer's control, and that connectivity should not be deemed surrendered where the LoA has not been formally cancelled by the REIA or the Government.
8Prayas Energy Group calls for tighter mechanism on legacy LoAs without PPA after 16 April 2026 MoP office memorandum
Prayas (Energy Group) in a 5,679-word commentary dated May 21, 2026 examined CERC's interim order dated May 6, 2026 in Petition No. 11/SM/2026 on the mechanism for GNA connectivity for legacy LoAs without any PPA. The Pune-based think-tank traced the issue back to the November 2025 CERC staff paper, noted the Ministry of Power's April 16, 2026 Office Memorandum that informed the interim order, and offered detailed recommendations on the proposed exit, surrender and reallocation options.
8MNRE flags concerns on performance-BG requirement and connectivity-retention conditions in CERC petition 11/SM/2026
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, in its 4-page, 912-word draft comments on the CERC draft order dated May 6, 2026, flagged provisions under Option-I — particularly the requirement of an additional Performance Bank Guarantee. MNRE argued that the BG requirement and other connectivity-retention conditions in the mechanism for GNA-based LoA connectivity unsigned beyond 12 months need re-examination so as not to penalise bona-fide developers operating within the REIA-led bidding architecture.
8UPERC defers Bajaj Energy's late-payment-surcharge claim against UPPCL pending Member (Law) appointment
The Uttar Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission in its order dated May 27, 2026 in Petition No. 2265 of 2025 deferred Bajaj Energy Private Limited's plea seeking directions to UPPCL for payment of Late Payment Surcharge on invoices under the PPA dated December 10, 2010. Although pleadings were complete, the Commission observed that the matter is adjudicatory under Section 86(1)(f) of the Electricity Act, 2003, making the presence of a Member (Law) in the quorum mandatory. The next hearing date will be intimated only upon the Member (Law)'s joining.
8ReNew backs CERC's connectivity reform citing its ~20 GW pan-India renewable portfolio in petition 11/SM/2026
ReNew Private Limited, one of India's largest renewable producers with an aggregated portfolio of roughly 20 GW including more than 10 GW of operational capacity, on May 21, 2026 filed an 8-page, 10,390-word commentary with CERC on the draft order in Petition No. 11/SM/2026. The detailed submission offers recommendations to balance discipline in scarce ISTS connectivity with continuity for projects with PPA-signing visibility, anchored in ReNew's status as the first Indian renewable company to be listed on a global exchange.
8TNPDCL objects to all three options in CERC petition 11/SM/2026 as inconsistent with GNA regulations and consumer interest
Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation Limited filed a 1,618-word commentary with CERC on the draft order in Petition No. 11/SM/2026, reiterating that proposed Options I, II and III for treatment of connectivity where PPAs are unsigned beyond 12 months from LoA issuance are 'fundamentally inconsistent' with GNA Regulations, prudent transmission-planning principles, consumer interest and the Electricity Act. TNPDCL first raised this objection at the Staff Paper stage. Details
NEWS UPDATE: FINANCIAL RESULTS & CORPORATE PERFORMANCE
May 28:
QUARTERLY RESULTS
8HPL Electric & Power crosses Rs. 1,800 crore annual revenue in FY26; Q4 hits record Rs. 519.7 crore, EBITDA up 10.5% YoY
HPL Electric & Power Limited delivered its highest-ever quarterly revenue in Q4 FY26 at Rs. 519.70 crore, crossing Rs. 500 crore for the first time and rising 5.52% YoY. Full-year FY26 revenue stood at Rs. 1,811.10 crore, up 6.52% YoY. EBITDA grew 10.52% to Rs. 281.43 crore with margin expanding 56 basis points to 15.54%. The Wires & Cables segment posted 50% revenue growth. The Board recommended a final dividend of Rs. 1.00 per share.
8Empower India FY26 revenue surges 24% to Rs. 15,337 lakhs; net profit jumps 245% to Rs. 1,801 lakhs
Empower India Limited reported consolidated revenue from operations of Rs. 15,336.70 lakhs for FY26, a 24% YoY increase. Net profit surged 245% to Rs. 1,801.17 lakhs, with Q4 FY26 alone contributing Rs. 1,394.35 lakhs compared to a net loss of Rs. 9.16 lakhs in Q4 FY25. Q4 revenue from operations stood at Rs. 4,430.33 lakhs, representing 175% YoY growth, reflecting a strong operational turnaround.
8Bajel Projects posts Rs. 2,792 crore FY26 revenue, PAT surges 74% to Rs. 27 crore; recommends first-ever dividend of Rs. 0.60 per share
Bajel Projects Limited announced its strongest-ever annual performance since listing, with standalone revenue from operations of Rs. 2,792 crore for FY26. PAT rose 74% YoY to Rs. 27 crore, while EBITDA grew 38% to Rs. 125 crore with margin expanding 100 basis points to 4.4%. Q4 FY26 revenue hit Rs. 1,008 crore, up 26% YoY. The Board recommended a maiden final dividend of Rs. 0.60 per share, subject to shareholder approval.
8Tarapur Transformers reports net loss of Rs. 184.65 lakhs for FY26; balance sheet reserves turn negative at Rs. (2,136) lakhs
Tarapur Transformers Limited posted an audited net loss of Rs. 184.65 lakhs for the year ended March 31, 2026, worsening from a net profit of Rs. 1,615.01 lakhs in FY25 as other income fell sharply and financial costs stayed elevated at Rs. 100.50 lakhs. Reserves excluding revaluation turned deeply negative at Rs. (2,136.21) lakhs. Basic EPS for FY26 stood at Rs. (0.95) per share versus Rs. 8.28 in FY25.
8IL&FS Engineering posts going-concern warning as auditors flag continued losses, eroded net worth and shrinking revenue
IL&FS Engineering and Construction Company Limited released its audited standalone and consolidated results for FY2025-26, carrying a going-concern qualification from statutory auditors M/s M. Bhaskara Rao & Co. Auditors highlighted continued losses, erosion of net worth as at March 31, 2026, and a significant reduction in income from operations, noting the company's ability to continue depends entirely on an unresolved resolution process outside management's control.
ANNUAL RESULTS
8NLC India posts record Rs. 17,490 crore revenue and Rs. 3,769 crore PAT for FY26, backed by highest-ever coal output from Talabira mines
NLC India Limited reported highest-ever group revenue from operations of Rs. 17,490 crore for FY26, representing 14% YoY growth, along with record PAT of Rs. 3,769 crore, up 39% YoY, and highest-ever capex of Rs. 9,131 crore. Coal production and dispatch from Talabira II & III OCP mines hit record levels at 19.14 MT and 17.69 MT respectively. The company added 963 MW of new capacity and crossed 1 GW of total solar capacity for the first time.
8RVPN reports standalone net profit of Rs. 56,220.52 lakhs for FY 2025-26 with Rs. 4,89,994.96 lakhs total income
Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited published its audited financial results for the year ended March 31, 2026, showing total income from operations of Rs. 4,89,994.96 lakhs against Rs. 4,19,840.33 lakhs in FY 2024-25. Profit before tax stood at Rs. 1,24,508.06 lakhs before exceptional items and net profit after tax at Rs. 56,220.52 lakhs. Consolidated total comprehensive income for the year was Rs. 65,633.15 lakhs, with outstanding debt at Rs. 13,66,540.32 lakhs standalone.
DIVIDEND & BOARD DECISIONS
8Bajel Projects raises borrowing limit to Rs. 5,000 crore, appoints Mrs. Pooja Bajaj as non-executive director
At its May 27, 2026 Board meeting, Bajel Projects Limited sought shareholder approval to increase borrowing limits under Section 180(1)(c) of the Companies Act from Rs. 3,500 crore to Rs. 5,000 crore. The Board also approved appointment of Mrs. Pooja Bajaj (DIN 08254455) as an Additional Non-Executive Non-Independent Director effective May 27, 2026, and appointed Ms. Amee Joshi as the new Company Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer, replacing Mr. Ajay Nagle.
8Jaipur discom files limited review of Q4 FY 2025-26 results with auditor N Singhal & Co.; subsidy receivable rises to Rs. 4,764 crore
Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited placed on record the Limited Review of Financial Results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, audited by N Singhal & Co. The review disclosed gross receivables from non-government customers of Rs. 3,453 crore against Rs. 3,515 crore last year, provisions for bad debts falling to Rs. 1,049 crore from Rs. 2,054 crore, and subsidy receivable rising to Rs. 4,764 crore. Share capital stood at Rs. 12,133 crore with an accumulated deficit of Rs. (28,209) crore.
8Coal India hit with Rs. 5.45 lakh BSE fine for non-compliance with board composition rules under SEBI LODR
Coal India Limited disclosed that BSE imposed a fine of Rs. 5,45,160 inclusive of GST for non-compliance with Regulations 17(1), 18(1) and 19(1) & 19(2) of the SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015, pertaining to the composition of the Board, Audit Committee and Nomination & Remuneration Committee for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The Maharatna PSU stated the financial implication is not expected to materially affect operations.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8HDFC Securities raises Hitachi Energy India target to Rs. 31,414 on HVDC pipeline and Rs. 40 bn capex expansion; Q4FY26 revenue up 46% YoY
HDFC Securities upgraded its target price for Hitachi Energy India to Rs. 31,414 per share from Rs. 22,892, retaining an ADD rating, after Q4FY26 revenue came in at Rs. 27.5 billion, up 46.2% YoY, with EBITDA at Rs. 4.2 billion and 15.1% margin. The order book stood at Rs. 295.6 billion as of March 2026, up 53% YoY. Hitachi Energy India doubled its capex plan to Rs. 40 billion, including a new greenfield large power transformer facility in Karjan, Vadodara.
8KEC International targets 12–15% FY27 revenue growth on Rs. 400 bn order book; analyst retains Accumulate at Rs. 558 target
An analyst meet report on KEC International confirmed management guidance of 12–15% revenue growth for FY27 with targeted order inflows of approximately Rs. 300 billion, supported by a strong order book of approximately Rs. 400 billion offering around 8 quarters of revenue visibility. FY27E EBITDA is estimated at Rs. 18,425 million with EPS at Rs. 27.4. The analyst maintained an Accumulate rating with a Rs. 558 target at 14x Mar'28E PE. At least two HVDC projects are expected to be awarded in FY27.
8NTPC Q4 FY26 earnings call: coal inventory at ~18 days comfort; 18% captive coal meets fuel security target
NTPC Limited hosted its Q4 FY26 Earnings Conference Call on May 23, 2026, with Director (Finance) Jaikumar Srinivasan leading. Management highlighted coal inventory across power stations at approximately 18 days, ensuring generation stability, and noted that nearly 18% of total coal requirements are met from captive mines, insulating operations from market price volatility. The ongoing West Asia geopolitical situation is not expected to have material operational impact given NTPC's limited gas dependence.
8NLC India releases investor presentation for Q4 FY2025-26; audio recording of institutional investors meet now available
NLC India Limited submitted its investor presentation and made available the audio recording of its Q4 FY2025-26 Institutional Investors Meet held at Mumbai on May 27, 2026. The presentation covers NLC India's 70-year operational history, FY26 financial and operational highlights, and ESG performance, underpinned by highest-ever group revenue of Rs. 17,490 crore and record PAT of Rs. 3,769 crore. The recording is accessible at the company's website investor section.
8HPL Electric & Power submits earnings presentation ahead of investor call; Wires & Cables up 50%, smart metering shows Q4 recovery
HPL Electric & Power Limited submitted an earnings presentation for Q4 and FY26 to stock exchanges, detailing how FY26 revenue crossed Rs. 1,800 crore and how Wires & Cables emerged as a second core growth engine with 50% revenue growth. Q4 FY26 revenue hit a record Rs. 519.70 crore. Smart Metering showed sequential recovery in Q4, positioning the segment for improvement. EBITDA margin expanded to 15.54% on improved product mix and pricing discipline.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICRA reaffirms [ICRA]AAA on IndiGrid's Rs. 13,290 crore debt as InvIT's AUM reaches Rs. 33,815 crore
ICRA on May 27, 2026 reaffirmed [ICRA]AAA (Stable) and [ICRA]A1+ ratings across IndiGrid Infrastructure Trust's instruments totalling Rs. 13,290 crore, including Rs. 10,790 crore of NCDs, a Rs. 950 crore term loan, and Rs. 500 crore commercial paper. The KKR-sponsored InvIT's AUM stood at Rs. 33,815 crore as on March 31, 2026, comprising 19 operational transmission projects across 20 states, 1,155 MWac of solar capacity, and two BESS projects of 400 MWh.
8ICRA upgrades Talwandi Sabo Power to [ICRA]AA- as Vedanta demerger adds 2,200 MW of power assets to Rs. 1,400 crore portfolio
ICRA on May 27, 2026 upgraded Talwandi Sabo Power Limited to [ICRA]AA- (Stable) from [ICRA]A+, citing portfolio diversification under the Vedanta group demerger that added 600 MW at Jharsuguda, 600 MW at Athena Chhattisgarh and 1,000 MW at Meenakshi to existing PPAs. Tied-up PPAs now cover 74% of capacity across Punjab, Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh. The company is to be rechristened Vedanta Power Limited.
8ICRA keeps Bhadreshwar Vidyut's Rs. 2,062.40 crore facilities at [ICRA]D in 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category
ICRA on May 27, 2026 continued the [ICRA]D rating on Rs. 2,062.40 crore bank facilities of Bhadreshwar Vidyut Private Limited — comprising a Rs. 135 crore cash credit, Rs. 1,497.40 crore term loan and Rs. 430 crore non-fund-based limits — under the 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category. The company operates a 300 MW coal-based plant in Kutch, Gujarat, which faced delays against its scheduled February 2013 COD due to litigation over coastal regulatory zone clearance. Details
8HPL Electric & Power crosses Rs. 1,800 crore annual revenue in FY26; Q4 hits record Rs. 519.7 crore, EBITDA up 10.5% YoY
HPL Electric & Power Limited delivered its highest-ever quarterly revenue in Q4 FY26 at Rs. 519.70 crore, crossing Rs. 500 crore for the first time and rising 5.52% YoY. Full-year FY26 revenue stood at Rs. 1,811.10 crore, up 6.52% YoY. EBITDA grew 10.52% to Rs. 281.43 crore with margin expanding 56 basis points to 15.54%. The Wires & Cables segment posted 50% revenue growth. The Board recommended a final dividend of Rs. 1.00 per share.
8Empower India FY26 revenue surges 24% to Rs. 15,337 lakhs; net profit jumps 245% to Rs. 1,801 lakhs
Empower India Limited reported consolidated revenue from operations of Rs. 15,336.70 lakhs for FY26, a 24% YoY increase. Net profit surged 245% to Rs. 1,801.17 lakhs, with Q4 FY26 alone contributing Rs. 1,394.35 lakhs compared to a net loss of Rs. 9.16 lakhs in Q4 FY25. Q4 revenue from operations stood at Rs. 4,430.33 lakhs, representing 175% YoY growth, reflecting a strong operational turnaround.
8Bajel Projects posts Rs. 2,792 crore FY26 revenue, PAT surges 74% to Rs. 27 crore; recommends first-ever dividend of Rs. 0.60 per share
Bajel Projects Limited announced its strongest-ever annual performance since listing, with standalone revenue from operations of Rs. 2,792 crore for FY26. PAT rose 74% YoY to Rs. 27 crore, while EBITDA grew 38% to Rs. 125 crore with margin expanding 100 basis points to 4.4%. Q4 FY26 revenue hit Rs. 1,008 crore, up 26% YoY. The Board recommended a maiden final dividend of Rs. 0.60 per share, subject to shareholder approval.
8Tarapur Transformers reports net loss of Rs. 184.65 lakhs for FY26; balance sheet reserves turn negative at Rs. (2,136) lakhs
Tarapur Transformers Limited posted an audited net loss of Rs. 184.65 lakhs for the year ended March 31, 2026, worsening from a net profit of Rs. 1,615.01 lakhs in FY25 as other income fell sharply and financial costs stayed elevated at Rs. 100.50 lakhs. Reserves excluding revaluation turned deeply negative at Rs. (2,136.21) lakhs. Basic EPS for FY26 stood at Rs. (0.95) per share versus Rs. 8.28 in FY25.
8IL&FS Engineering posts going-concern warning as auditors flag continued losses, eroded net worth and shrinking revenue
IL&FS Engineering and Construction Company Limited released its audited standalone and consolidated results for FY2025-26, carrying a going-concern qualification from statutory auditors M/s M. Bhaskara Rao & Co. Auditors highlighted continued losses, erosion of net worth as at March 31, 2026, and a significant reduction in income from operations, noting the company's ability to continue depends entirely on an unresolved resolution process outside management's control.
ANNUAL RESULTS
8NLC India posts record Rs. 17,490 crore revenue and Rs. 3,769 crore PAT for FY26, backed by highest-ever coal output from Talabira mines
NLC India Limited reported highest-ever group revenue from operations of Rs. 17,490 crore for FY26, representing 14% YoY growth, along with record PAT of Rs. 3,769 crore, up 39% YoY, and highest-ever capex of Rs. 9,131 crore. Coal production and dispatch from Talabira II & III OCP mines hit record levels at 19.14 MT and 17.69 MT respectively. The company added 963 MW of new capacity and crossed 1 GW of total solar capacity for the first time.
8RVPN reports standalone net profit of Rs. 56,220.52 lakhs for FY 2025-26 with Rs. 4,89,994.96 lakhs total income
Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited published its audited financial results for the year ended March 31, 2026, showing total income from operations of Rs. 4,89,994.96 lakhs against Rs. 4,19,840.33 lakhs in FY 2024-25. Profit before tax stood at Rs. 1,24,508.06 lakhs before exceptional items and net profit after tax at Rs. 56,220.52 lakhs. Consolidated total comprehensive income for the year was Rs. 65,633.15 lakhs, with outstanding debt at Rs. 13,66,540.32 lakhs standalone.
DIVIDEND & BOARD DECISIONS
8Bajel Projects raises borrowing limit to Rs. 5,000 crore, appoints Mrs. Pooja Bajaj as non-executive director
At its May 27, 2026 Board meeting, Bajel Projects Limited sought shareholder approval to increase borrowing limits under Section 180(1)(c) of the Companies Act from Rs. 3,500 crore to Rs. 5,000 crore. The Board also approved appointment of Mrs. Pooja Bajaj (DIN 08254455) as an Additional Non-Executive Non-Independent Director effective May 27, 2026, and appointed Ms. Amee Joshi as the new Company Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer, replacing Mr. Ajay Nagle.
8Jaipur discom files limited review of Q4 FY 2025-26 results with auditor N Singhal & Co.; subsidy receivable rises to Rs. 4,764 crore
Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited placed on record the Limited Review of Financial Results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, audited by N Singhal & Co. The review disclosed gross receivables from non-government customers of Rs. 3,453 crore against Rs. 3,515 crore last year, provisions for bad debts falling to Rs. 1,049 crore from Rs. 2,054 crore, and subsidy receivable rising to Rs. 4,764 crore. Share capital stood at Rs. 12,133 crore with an accumulated deficit of Rs. (28,209) crore.
8Coal India hit with Rs. 5.45 lakh BSE fine for non-compliance with board composition rules under SEBI LODR
Coal India Limited disclosed that BSE imposed a fine of Rs. 5,45,160 inclusive of GST for non-compliance with Regulations 17(1), 18(1) and 19(1) & 19(2) of the SEBI LODR Regulations, 2015, pertaining to the composition of the Board, Audit Committee and Nomination & Remuneration Committee for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The Maharatna PSU stated the financial implication is not expected to materially affect operations.
EARNINGS CALL & ANALYST MEET
8HDFC Securities raises Hitachi Energy India target to Rs. 31,414 on HVDC pipeline and Rs. 40 bn capex expansion; Q4FY26 revenue up 46% YoY
HDFC Securities upgraded its target price for Hitachi Energy India to Rs. 31,414 per share from Rs. 22,892, retaining an ADD rating, after Q4FY26 revenue came in at Rs. 27.5 billion, up 46.2% YoY, with EBITDA at Rs. 4.2 billion and 15.1% margin. The order book stood at Rs. 295.6 billion as of March 2026, up 53% YoY. Hitachi Energy India doubled its capex plan to Rs. 40 billion, including a new greenfield large power transformer facility in Karjan, Vadodara.
8KEC International targets 12–15% FY27 revenue growth on Rs. 400 bn order book; analyst retains Accumulate at Rs. 558 target
An analyst meet report on KEC International confirmed management guidance of 12–15% revenue growth for FY27 with targeted order inflows of approximately Rs. 300 billion, supported by a strong order book of approximately Rs. 400 billion offering around 8 quarters of revenue visibility. FY27E EBITDA is estimated at Rs. 18,425 million with EPS at Rs. 27.4. The analyst maintained an Accumulate rating with a Rs. 558 target at 14x Mar'28E PE. At least two HVDC projects are expected to be awarded in FY27.
8NTPC Q4 FY26 earnings call: coal inventory at ~18 days comfort; 18% captive coal meets fuel security target
NTPC Limited hosted its Q4 FY26 Earnings Conference Call on May 23, 2026, with Director (Finance) Jaikumar Srinivasan leading. Management highlighted coal inventory across power stations at approximately 18 days, ensuring generation stability, and noted that nearly 18% of total coal requirements are met from captive mines, insulating operations from market price volatility. The ongoing West Asia geopolitical situation is not expected to have material operational impact given NTPC's limited gas dependence.
8NLC India releases investor presentation for Q4 FY2025-26; audio recording of institutional investors meet now available
NLC India Limited submitted its investor presentation and made available the audio recording of its Q4 FY2025-26 Institutional Investors Meet held at Mumbai on May 27, 2026. The presentation covers NLC India's 70-year operational history, FY26 financial and operational highlights, and ESG performance, underpinned by highest-ever group revenue of Rs. 17,490 crore and record PAT of Rs. 3,769 crore. The recording is accessible at the company's website investor section.
8HPL Electric & Power submits earnings presentation ahead of investor call; Wires & Cables up 50%, smart metering shows Q4 recovery
HPL Electric & Power Limited submitted an earnings presentation for Q4 and FY26 to stock exchanges, detailing how FY26 revenue crossed Rs. 1,800 crore and how Wires & Cables emerged as a second core growth engine with 50% revenue growth. Q4 FY26 revenue hit a record Rs. 519.70 crore. Smart Metering showed sequential recovery in Q4, positioning the segment for improvement. EBITDA margin expanded to 15.54% on improved product mix and pricing discipline.
CREDIT RATING & ANALYST REPORT
8ICRA reaffirms [ICRA]AAA on IndiGrid's Rs. 13,290 crore debt as InvIT's AUM reaches Rs. 33,815 crore
ICRA on May 27, 2026 reaffirmed [ICRA]AAA (Stable) and [ICRA]A1+ ratings across IndiGrid Infrastructure Trust's instruments totalling Rs. 13,290 crore, including Rs. 10,790 crore of NCDs, a Rs. 950 crore term loan, and Rs. 500 crore commercial paper. The KKR-sponsored InvIT's AUM stood at Rs. 33,815 crore as on March 31, 2026, comprising 19 operational transmission projects across 20 states, 1,155 MWac of solar capacity, and two BESS projects of 400 MWh.
8ICRA upgrades Talwandi Sabo Power to [ICRA]AA- as Vedanta demerger adds 2,200 MW of power assets to Rs. 1,400 crore portfolio
ICRA on May 27, 2026 upgraded Talwandi Sabo Power Limited to [ICRA]AA- (Stable) from [ICRA]A+, citing portfolio diversification under the Vedanta group demerger that added 600 MW at Jharsuguda, 600 MW at Athena Chhattisgarh and 1,000 MW at Meenakshi to existing PPAs. Tied-up PPAs now cover 74% of capacity across Punjab, Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh. The company is to be rechristened Vedanta Power Limited.
8ICRA keeps Bhadreshwar Vidyut's Rs. 2,062.40 crore facilities at [ICRA]D in 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category
ICRA on May 27, 2026 continued the [ICRA]D rating on Rs. 2,062.40 crore bank facilities of Bhadreshwar Vidyut Private Limited — comprising a Rs. 135 crore cash credit, Rs. 1,497.40 crore term loan and Rs. 430 crore non-fund-based limits — under the 'Issuer Not Cooperating' category. The company operates a 300 MW coal-based plant in Kutch, Gujarat, which faced delays against its scheduled February 2013 COD due to litigation over coastal regulatory zone clearance. Details
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8Tender for supply of 36 kV CT and 36 kV PT of accuracy 0.2S accuracy classes along with terminal connectors and junction boxes at various S/Stn Details
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8Tender for procurement of local purchase materials required for operations and maintenance of equipments Details
8Tender for providing fabricating filling filter media testing and commissioning of 02 numbers horizontal type M S body pressure filter Details
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8Tender for work contract for overhauling of TG auxiliaries including Details
8Tender for procurement of spares for in-situ multi gas analyzer Details
8Tender for renewal coat of OGPC over existing Details
8Tender for protection of 33 kV evacuation line Details
8Tender for repair and upgradation of damaged fencing brick masony fencing and light poles Details
8Tender for installation of chain-link fencing along Details
8Tender for supply of 400kV hardware fittings to various Details
8Tender for procurement of spare air filters Details
8Tender for capital overhauling of HP, IP, LP turbine generator Details
8Tender for repair and maintenance and fixing of ceramic and vitrified tiles Details
8Tender for ARC for running and operation of dewatering pumps Details
8Tender for ARC for complete hygienic cleaning, of various Details
8Tender for augmentation of 132 kV substation Details
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8Tender for ARC for laying of HT underground cable Details
8Tender for purchase of 11kV 400 Amp A. B. switch with polymeric insulator Details
8Tender for civil maintenance and auxiliary works and maintenance of water supply and sanitary systems Details
8Tender for misc. civil works Details
8Tender for work of dismantling of 66kV overhead transmission lines emanating from 220kV substation Details
8Tender for purchase of 400Amp SMC LTDB Details
8Tender for water proofing works on the roof Details
8Tender for protection and cross drainage works Details
8Tender for construction of shed Details
8Tender for work of HP HVOF coating of 02 set guide vanes 20 Nos in each set of 3X100 MW capacity francis hydro turbines Details
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8Tender for work of 11kV railway underground track crossing Details
8Tender for work for door to door on spot meter reading, bill generation bill distribution Details
8Tender for cable laying and excavation of earth and dismantling of pole & line materials Details
8Tender for supply HS type straight joint kit suitable for 33kV 1X630 sqmm XLPE cable Details
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of total 190 KW grid connected solar PV power plant Details
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of total 233 KW grid connected solar PV power plant Details
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8Tender for Bi-ennual rate contract for engaging gatemitra on 03 nos unmanned level crossing Details
8Tender for service contract for completion of ash recycle water line and associated works Details
8Tender for common procurement of super critical-A1 category bearings for upcoming Details
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8Tender for ARC of periodical repair jobs for thermal insulation work pertaining to boiler, turbine and its auxiliaries Details
8Tender for erection work of LILO to proposed 66kV sub-station Details
8Tender for supply of DPC aluminium conductors and strips of varoius sizes Details
8Tender for procurement of 33 kV B&S type disc insulator Details
8Tender for erection of new 6.6 Kms 33 kV line from 33/11 kV S/S Details
8Tender for construction of 33 kV sub station Details
8Tender for procurement of DM plant resin Details
8Tender for capital, routine and breakdown maintenance of C and I instruments and equipments Details
8Tender for annual rate contract for 6.6kV VPI and non VPI HT motor rewinding from 175 KW to 4000 KW with new coils Details
8Tender for requirement of spare part of cooling tower gear box Details
8Tender for purchase of LT distribution box Details
8Tender for supply of ISI marked ACSR Dog conductor 100 Sq mm Details
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8Tender for supply of 245kV AC filter CT & 145kV DC filter CT Details
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8Tender for hot line stringing of 66 kV line Details
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8Arunachal Pradesh Partners with Greenko for 1,750 MW Hydropower Initiative Details
8Coal Minister Reviews SECL Performance, Meets Chhattisgarh CM on Coal Sector Development Details
8BCCL Starts Coal Washery Operations in West Bengal Details
8Coal gasification push represents structural shift for Coal India, says CMD B Sairam Details
8Coal India’s OFS subscribed over 8 times on Day 1 Details
8Why Coal India Share Price is Falling Details
8Strong Demand for Coal India Shares Surpasses Sale Expectations Details
8Coal gasification india us mou cabinet meeting Details
8Fujiyama Bets Big on India’s Solar Manufacturing Future with Ratlam TOPCon Facility Details
8India’s solar crisis has been failure of planning, coordination and infrastructure: Swaminathan Aiyar Details
8Saatvik Green secures INR 171.45 crore TOPCon solar module order Details
8Delhi Test House gains IEC CBTL recognition for solar PV module testing Details
8Sunkind India Place Order Worth Rs 1,500 Crores For Solar Cells Details
8NBCC Invites Consultancy Bids For 15 MW Rooftop Solar Project At SAIL Bokaro Steel Plant Details
8BHEL has invited 3x300 MW Mandsaur EPC bids Details
8Energy Security and Critical Minerals to Drive Future Power Dynamics Details
8ONGC Predicts a Strong Future for Natural Gas Amid Rising Domestic Demand Details
8Invisible backbone of Atmanirbhar Bharat: Why transmission is the next frontier Details
8UP has highest number of power consumers but lags in electricity production Details
8Dr Ravindra Kumar Tyagi joins Power Foundation of India as Director General Details
85 Power Stocks in India with Aggressive Expansion plans Details
8Which Organization Uses the Most Electricity in India The Answer May Surprise You Details
8JSW Energy shares jump 4% on raising Rs 4000 Crore Details
8South India Paper Mills to acquire 26% stake in Clean Wind Power Details
8Power index hits new high, zooms 24% in 2 mths; BHEL, CG Power at new peaks Details
8Adani Enterprises, Adani Energy, Adani Power shares in a bull run; fresh price targets Details
8PM Narendra Modi Chairs 51st Meeting of PRAGATI, Reviews 7 Critical Infrastructure Projects Across Railways, Power and Road Sectors Details
8PFC Transfers NERGS III Siang Basin Transmission Ltd to DRA Infracon in Rs 19.70 Crore Deal Details
8JP Power Share Price Jumps 18% on Heavy Buying Interest; Stock Sees Massive Trading Volumes Details
8Adani Power overtakes Infosys in market capitalisation for the first time Details
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8Tender for supply of 36 kV bus isolator and line isolator Details
8Tender for replacement of suspension & tension insulators along Details
8Tender for procurement of local purchase materials required for operations and maintenance of equipments Details
8Tender for providing fabricating filling filter media testing and commissioning of 02 numbers horizontal type M S body pressure filter Details
8Tender for various civil construction works pertaining to feeder bays Details
8Tender for work contract for overhauling of TG auxiliaries including Details
8Tender for procurement of spares for in-situ multi gas analyzer Details
8Tender for renewal coat of OGPC over existing Details
8Tender for protection of 33 kV evacuation line Details
8Tender for repair and upgradation of damaged fencing brick masony fencing and light poles Details
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8Tender for supply of 400kV hardware fittings to various Details
8Tender for procurement of spare air filters Details
8Tender for capital overhauling of HP, IP, LP turbine generator Details
8Tender for repair and maintenance and fixing of ceramic and vitrified tiles Details
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8Tender for ARC for complete hygienic cleaning, of various Details
8Tender for augmentation of 132 kV substation Details
8Tender for augmentation of 400 kV substation Details
8Tender for augmentation of 132 kV substation Kurangwali Details
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8Tender for ARC for laying of HT underground cable Details
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8Tender for civil maintenance and auxiliary works and maintenance of water supply and sanitary systems Details
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8Tender for work of dismantling of 66kV overhead transmission lines emanating from 220kV substation Details
8Tender for purchase of 400Amp SMC LTDB Details
8Tender for water proofing works on the roof Details
8Tender for protection and cross drainage works Details
8Tender for construction of shed Details
8Tender for work of HP HVOF coating of 02 set guide vanes 20 Nos in each set of 3X100 MW capacity francis hydro turbines Details
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8Tender for work of 11kV railway underground track crossing Details
8Tender for work for door to door on spot meter reading, bill generation bill distribution Details
8Tender for cable laying and excavation of earth and dismantling of pole & line materials Details
8Tender for supply HS type straight joint kit suitable for 33kV 1X630 sqmm XLPE cable Details
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of total 190 KW grid connected solar PV power plant Details
8Design, fabrication, supply, installation, testing and commissioning of total 233 KW grid connected solar PV power plant Details
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8Tender for work of 66 kV bus strengthening for 2nd 66 kV bus at 220 kV sub-station Details
8Tender for work of erection, commissioning of equipments, control wiring etc. of 220/132kV 150 MVA transformer Details
8Tender for supply of boiler tubes for boiler Details
8Tender for Bi-ennual rate contract for engaging gatemitra on 03 nos unmanned level crossing Details
8Tender for service contract for completion of ash recycle water line and associated works Details
8Tender for common procurement of super critical-A1 category bearings for upcoming Details
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8Tender for replacemant damage T/F Details
8Tender for work of rewinding / repairing of various capacity AC & DC motors Details
8Tender for annual maintenance contract for maintenance works of electrical equipments Details
8Tender for online leak sealing jobs for two years AMC to plug water/steam/oil leakages Details
8Tender for ARC of periodical repair jobs for thermal insulation work pertaining to boiler, turbine and its auxiliaries Details
8Tender for erection work of LILO to proposed 66kV sub-station Details
8Tender for supply of DPC aluminium conductors and strips of varoius sizes Details
8Tender for procurement of 33 kV B&S type disc insulator Details
8Tender for erection of new 6.6 Kms 33 kV line from 33/11 kV S/S Details
8Tender for construction of 33 kV sub station Details
8Tender for procurement of DM plant resin Details
8Tender for capital, routine and breakdown maintenance of C and I instruments and equipments Details
8Tender for annual rate contract for 6.6kV VPI and non VPI HT motor rewinding from 175 KW to 4000 KW with new coils Details
8Tender for requirement of spare part of cooling tower gear box Details
8Tender for purchase of LT distribution box Details
8Tender for supply of ISI marked ACSR Dog conductor 100 Sq mm Details
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8Tender for award of contract for survey, installation, testing and commissioning of 5 MVA 33/11 kV substation Details
8Tender for procurement, erection, testing and commissioning of 800 amp and 400 amp rating air circuit breaker Details
8Tender for work for colour washing and painting of compound wall main gate railway gate and fencing Details
8Tender for work of resagging of various 132kV lines Details
8Tender for supply of 245kV AC filter CT & 145kV DC filter CT Details
8Tender for work of rectification of findings observed in health analysis of existing earthing system Details
8Tender for work of arrangement of cross drainage work Details
8Tender for annual maintenance contract for the work of arresting oil leakage from various joints of EHV power transformer /ICTs using Details
8Tender for procurement of 220kV (17 No.) and 132kV (16 No.) voltage class power transformers Details
8Tender for Bi -annual ARC for the work of shifting /height raising of various 66/132/220kV existing transmission lines Details
8Tender for shifting of 66kV D/C LILO panther tower line Details
8Tender for work of erection, commissioning of new feeder bay HV & LV equipment’s, testing ,earthing,control wiring etc. Details
8Tender for repair, maintenance, and installation of plant/ systems/equipments Details
8Tender for supply of cooler for ID fan motor Details
8Tender for supply of capacitance type level switches for seal oil Details
8Tender for hot line stringing of 66 kV line Details
8Tender for supply of air coolers for generator motor Details
8Tender for repairing and augmentation of existing drainage network Details
8Tender for procurement of various HT & LT power cable and control cable Details
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8Arunachal Pradesh Partners with Greenko for 1,750 MW Hydropower Initiative Details
8Coal Minister Reviews SECL Performance, Meets Chhattisgarh CM on Coal Sector Development Details
8BCCL Starts Coal Washery Operations in West Bengal Details
8Coal gasification push represents structural shift for Coal India, says CMD B Sairam Details
8Coal India’s OFS subscribed over 8 times on Day 1 Details
8Why Coal India Share Price is Falling Details
8Strong Demand for Coal India Shares Surpasses Sale Expectations Details
8Coal gasification india us mou cabinet meeting Details
8Fujiyama Bets Big on India’s Solar Manufacturing Future with Ratlam TOPCon Facility Details
8India’s solar crisis has been failure of planning, coordination and infrastructure: Swaminathan Aiyar Details
8Saatvik Green secures INR 171.45 crore TOPCon solar module order Details
8Delhi Test House gains IEC CBTL recognition for solar PV module testing Details
8Sunkind India Place Order Worth Rs 1,500 Crores For Solar Cells Details
8NBCC Invites Consultancy Bids For 15 MW Rooftop Solar Project At SAIL Bokaro Steel Plant Details
8BHEL has invited 3x300 MW Mandsaur EPC bids Details
8Energy Security and Critical Minerals to Drive Future Power Dynamics Details
8ONGC Predicts a Strong Future for Natural Gas Amid Rising Domestic Demand Details
8Invisible backbone of Atmanirbhar Bharat: Why transmission is the next frontier Details
8UP has highest number of power consumers but lags in electricity production Details
8Dr Ravindra Kumar Tyagi joins Power Foundation of India as Director General Details
85 Power Stocks in India with Aggressive Expansion plans Details
8Which Organization Uses the Most Electricity in India The Answer May Surprise You Details
8JSW Energy shares jump 4% on raising Rs 4000 Crore Details
8South India Paper Mills to acquire 26% stake in Clean Wind Power Details
8Power index hits new high, zooms 24% in 2 mths; BHEL, CG Power at new peaks Details
8Adani Enterprises, Adani Energy, Adani Power shares in a bull run; fresh price targets Details
8PM Narendra Modi Chairs 51st Meeting of PRAGATI, Reviews 7 Critical Infrastructure Projects Across Railways, Power and Road Sectors Details
8PFC Transfers NERGS III Siang Basin Transmission Ltd to DRA Infracon in Rs 19.70 Crore Deal Details
8JP Power Share Price Jumps 18% on Heavy Buying Interest; Stock Sees Massive Trading Volumes Details
8Adani Power overtakes Infosys in market capitalisation for the first time Details
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8Thermal plant relay modernization package tightens technical filters for protection upgrade works
A relay replacement package is evolving into a tightly controlled protection-system modernization exercise as numerical relay integration gains operational importance. The eligibility structure narrows bidder participation toward more specialized players, while the framework sharpens focus on commissioning experience, supply-chain legitimacy and long-term protection reliability.
8Rs 93 crore transformer procurement tightens OEM scrutiny amid deeper auction-led pricing pressure
A major transformer procurement package is increasing pressure on manufacturers through a combination of stricter equipment-level compliance checks and aggressively competitive pricing architecture. The tender framework indicates a utility strategy focused on tighter execution oversight, stronger quality accountability and deeper cost compression across the supply chain.
8Repeated extensions shadow hydro-control upgrade package as digital retrofit complexity widens bidder preparation cycle
A hydro modernization package continued to see bidding-window extensions even as strict financial qualification thresholds remained unchanged. The retrofit involves technically sensitive integration of governor systems, excitation controls and grid-compliance requirements on operating generating units, indicating a far more complex engineering exercise than a routine automation upgrade.
8Rs 1,588 crore hydro diversion package faces repeated extensions as underground EPC risk reshapes bidder appetite
A large hydro diversion package has now moved through multiple bid extensions without dilution in qualification thresholds. The contract combines complex tunnelling works, coffer-dam construction and hydro-mechanical integration within a structure that significantly narrows the bidder field. The repeated timeline shifts highlight how contractors are reassessing geological exposure, execution complexity and Himalayan hydro risk pricing in major EPC projects.
8Rs 2.25 crore EMD transformer tender tightens competition through reverse-auction filtering
A high-value 500 MVA transformer procurement has been pushed into a reverse-auction framework despite the technical sensitivity normally associated with EHV packages. The tender combines liquidity-linked qualification filters, geopolitical compliance clauses and full-package bidding rules that could significantly narrow the effective bidder pool.
8Floating solar package tightens execution accountability as corrigenda reshape bidder strategy
A floating solar package moved through multiple corrigenda and timeline extensions, yet key contractual and qualification conditions remained largely intact. Bidders sought relief on regulatory exposure, eligibility flexibility and long-term operational risk, but the final structure signals a tougher utility stance on execution accountability, lifecycle responsibility and risk absorption in emerging renewable projects.
8FGD EPC tender enters repeated extension cycle as unresolved bidder queries delay closure
A major emission-control EPC package has moved through multiple bid extensions while retaining a strict single-package execution structure. Internal approval delays on bidder clarifications continued even at advanced tender stages, highlighting growing friction between compliance-driven thermal retrofit plans and increasingly cautious EPC risk appetite in the utility market. Details
A relay replacement package is evolving into a tightly controlled protection-system modernization exercise as numerical relay integration gains operational importance. The eligibility structure narrows bidder participation toward more specialized players, while the framework sharpens focus on commissioning experience, supply-chain legitimacy and long-term protection reliability.
8Rs 93 crore transformer procurement tightens OEM scrutiny amid deeper auction-led pricing pressure
A major transformer procurement package is increasing pressure on manufacturers through a combination of stricter equipment-level compliance checks and aggressively competitive pricing architecture. The tender framework indicates a utility strategy focused on tighter execution oversight, stronger quality accountability and deeper cost compression across the supply chain.
8Repeated extensions shadow hydro-control upgrade package as digital retrofit complexity widens bidder preparation cycle
A hydro modernization package continued to see bidding-window extensions even as strict financial qualification thresholds remained unchanged. The retrofit involves technically sensitive integration of governor systems, excitation controls and grid-compliance requirements on operating generating units, indicating a far more complex engineering exercise than a routine automation upgrade.
8Rs 1,588 crore hydro diversion package faces repeated extensions as underground EPC risk reshapes bidder appetite
A large hydro diversion package has now moved through multiple bid extensions without dilution in qualification thresholds. The contract combines complex tunnelling works, coffer-dam construction and hydro-mechanical integration within a structure that significantly narrows the bidder field. The repeated timeline shifts highlight how contractors are reassessing geological exposure, execution complexity and Himalayan hydro risk pricing in major EPC projects.
8Rs 2.25 crore EMD transformer tender tightens competition through reverse-auction filtering
A high-value 500 MVA transformer procurement has been pushed into a reverse-auction framework despite the technical sensitivity normally associated with EHV packages. The tender combines liquidity-linked qualification filters, geopolitical compliance clauses and full-package bidding rules that could significantly narrow the effective bidder pool.
8Floating solar package tightens execution accountability as corrigenda reshape bidder strategy
A floating solar package moved through multiple corrigenda and timeline extensions, yet key contractual and qualification conditions remained largely intact. Bidders sought relief on regulatory exposure, eligibility flexibility and long-term operational risk, but the final structure signals a tougher utility stance on execution accountability, lifecycle responsibility and risk absorption in emerging renewable projects.
8FGD EPC tender enters repeated extension cycle as unresolved bidder queries delay closure
A major emission-control EPC package has moved through multiple bid extensions while retaining a strict single-package execution structure. Internal approval delays on bidder clarifications continued even at advanced tender stages, highlighting growing friction between compliance-driven thermal retrofit plans and increasingly cautious EPC risk appetite in the utility market. Details
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Rs 1,813.8 crore opencast mining package signals shift from aggressive discounting to tighter execution-risk control
May 27:
8A major Rs 1,813.8 crore excavation package is moving away from the ultra-competitive pricing structures that dominated recent public-sector mining tenders.
8The revised framework places greater emphasis on operational accountability, legal safeguards and execution continuity, potentially altering how large mining contractors assess risk and bid margins. Details
8The revised framework places greater emphasis on operational accountability, legal safeguards and execution continuity, potentially altering how large mining contractors assess risk and bid margins. Details
NEWS UPDATE: COAL, FUEL & ENERGY COMMODITIES
May 27:
COAL PRODUCTION & OFFTAKE
8Coal India allays supply worries with 168 MT in system including 47.6 MT at domestic plants as coal use rises
Coal India Limited informed the exchanges on May 26, 2026 of a press release titled 'CIL allays supply worries as coal use goes up,' reporting 168 million tonnes of coal available in the system, including 47.6 MT at domestic plants as on May 23, 113.5 MT at mine heads as on May 24, up 10% year-on-year and sufficient for 19 days, about 3 MT at transit points and roughly 4 MT in rakes on run. The disclosure was signed by Executive Director (CS) B. P. Dubey.
8CEA fuel-wise report: coal generates 4,122.63 MU on May 25, 2026, overshooting programme by 9.2%; nuclear exceeds target by 9.6%
CEA's Category and Fuel-Wise Generation Report for May 25, 2026 shows coal accounted for 4,122.63 MU out of total thermal output of 4,301.20 MU, overshooting its programme of 3,776.80 MU by 9.2%. Lignite contributed 87.64 MU and natural gas 89.78 MU. Nuclear exceeded programme at 185.12 MU versus a target of 168.84 MU. On a cumulative year-to-date basis through May 25, coal has generated 212,114.44 MU against a programme of 215,950.64 MU, a shortfall of 3,836.20 MU.
8Rajasthan Merit Order Dispatch schedule for May 25-31, 2026 ranks ANTA CRF and gas plants ahead of CGPL/TPCL and coal stations
Rajasthan Urja Vikas and IT Services Limited published its Merit Order Dispatch schedule for the week of May 25 to May 31, 2026, listing 43 power sources ranked by fixed cost, variable cost and total tariff inclusive of All-India transmission losses. Gas-based stations including ANTA CRF, DADRI LNG and DCCPP feature near the top of the merit order, followed by coal-based central stations such as CGPL/TPCL, STPS, Dadri Thermal and KTPS. The schedule was digitally signed on May 25, 2026.
8CEA hydro reservoir report: Odisha's UIHEP Mukhiguda averages 320.33 MW on May 25-26, 2026 with peak at 585 MW
CEA's Reservoir Generation Report for May 26, 2026 based on Odisha Hydro Power Corporation data shows the Upper Indravati HEP at Mukhiguda averaging 320.33 MW with a peak of 585 MW, while Balimela HEP averaged 269.58 MW (peak 371 MW) with reservoir level at 1,475.2 ft against FRL of 1,516 ft. Burla HHEP averaged 31.92 MW and Bariniput UKHEP averaged 126.75 MW. Total combined average generation from six Odisha reservoirs was 826.37 MW. Details
8Coal India allays supply worries with 168 MT in system including 47.6 MT at domestic plants as coal use rises
Coal India Limited informed the exchanges on May 26, 2026 of a press release titled 'CIL allays supply worries as coal use goes up,' reporting 168 million tonnes of coal available in the system, including 47.6 MT at domestic plants as on May 23, 113.5 MT at mine heads as on May 24, up 10% year-on-year and sufficient for 19 days, about 3 MT at transit points and roughly 4 MT in rakes on run. The disclosure was signed by Executive Director (CS) B. P. Dubey.
8CEA fuel-wise report: coal generates 4,122.63 MU on May 25, 2026, overshooting programme by 9.2%; nuclear exceeds target by 9.6%
CEA's Category and Fuel-Wise Generation Report for May 25, 2026 shows coal accounted for 4,122.63 MU out of total thermal output of 4,301.20 MU, overshooting its programme of 3,776.80 MU by 9.2%. Lignite contributed 87.64 MU and natural gas 89.78 MU. Nuclear exceeded programme at 185.12 MU versus a target of 168.84 MU. On a cumulative year-to-date basis through May 25, coal has generated 212,114.44 MU against a programme of 215,950.64 MU, a shortfall of 3,836.20 MU.
8Rajasthan Merit Order Dispatch schedule for May 25-31, 2026 ranks ANTA CRF and gas plants ahead of CGPL/TPCL and coal stations
Rajasthan Urja Vikas and IT Services Limited published its Merit Order Dispatch schedule for the week of May 25 to May 31, 2026, listing 43 power sources ranked by fixed cost, variable cost and total tariff inclusive of All-India transmission losses. Gas-based stations including ANTA CRF, DADRI LNG and DCCPP feature near the top of the merit order, followed by coal-based central stations such as CGPL/TPCL, STPS, Dadri Thermal and KTPS. The schedule was digitally signed on May 25, 2026.
8CEA hydro reservoir report: Odisha's UIHEP Mukhiguda averages 320.33 MW on May 25-26, 2026 with peak at 585 MW
CEA's Reservoir Generation Report for May 26, 2026 based on Odisha Hydro Power Corporation data shows the Upper Indravati HEP at Mukhiguda averaging 320.33 MW with a peak of 585 MW, while Balimela HEP averaged 269.58 MW (peak 371 MW) with reservoir level at 1,475.2 ft against FRL of 1,516 ft. Burla HHEP averaged 31.92 MW and Bariniput UKHEP averaged 126.75 MW. Total combined average generation from six Odisha reservoirs was 826.37 MW. Details
NEWS UPDATE: GRID OPERATIONS & POWER SUPPLY
May 27:
PEAK DEMAND & GRID FREQUENCY
8Northern region meets 80,203 MW evening peak on May 26, 2026 with 499 MW shortage; day energy demand stands at 1,884 MU
Grid-India's Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Northern Region met an evening peak of 80,203 MW on May 26, 2026 against a requirement of 80,702 MW, leaving a 499 MW shortage at 50.033 Hz. Off-peak demand met was 75,854 MW against 76,810 MW required. Day energy demand met stood at 1,884 MU with a 10.46 MU shortage. Rajasthan, Haryana and Punjab were among the largest drawing states.
8Western region records 75,708 MW peak and 1,785 MU day energy on May 26, 2026 with marginal 850 MW shortage
Grid-India's Western Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Western Region met an evening peak of 75,708 MW on May 26, 2026 against a requirement of 76,558 MW, an 850 MW shortage at 50.08 Hz, while off-peak demand of 69,404 MW was fully met. Day energy demand met was 1,785.3 MU against a 5.41 MU shortage. The region drew on stations such as Korba East and Korba West to meet demand.
8Southern region fully meets 53,734 MW peak on May 26, 2026 with zero shortage; Tamil Nadu leads at 412.41 MU day energy
Grid-India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Southern Region met its full evening peak of 53,734 MW on May 26, 2026 at 50.05 Hz with zero shortage. Day energy demand met was 1,325.17 MU with no shortage. Tamil Nadu was the largest consumer at 412.41 MU and Karnataka at 284.9 MU across the region's control areas. The off-peak demand of 49,809 MW was also fully met.
8NLDC logs average frequency of 49.999 Hz on May 26, 2026 with FDI of 21.0 and frequency within band 78.97% of the time
Grid-India's National Load Despatch Centre published the frequency profile for May 26, 2026, reporting an average frequency of 49.999 Hz, a Frequency Variation Index of 0.0331, standard deviation of 0.0576, mileage of 32.4 and FDI of 21.0. Frequency stayed within the 49.90-50.05 Hz band 78.97% of the time, with the system held close to the 50.0 Hz nominal value through the day. The report supports real-time balancing of the national grid.
8India generates 4,930.62 MU on May 25, 2026, beating programme by 7.7%; coal output surges to 4,122.63 MU
The Central Electricity Authority's All-India Generation Overview for May 25, 2026 recorded actual generation of 4,930.62 MU against a daily programme of 4,576.00 MU, an outperformance of 354.62 MU or 7.75%. Thermal generation led at 4,301.20 MU, with coal alone contributing 4,122.63 MU. Nuclear added 185.12 MU and hydro 422.65 MU plus 21.65 MU from Bhutan imports. The Southern Region stood out with 972.23 MU actual versus a programme of 910.92 MU.
8North Eastern region meets 3,305 MW peak on May 26, 2026 with 57.95 MU day energy and zero shortage
Grid-India's North Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre, Shillong, reported that the North Eastern Region met its evening peak of 3,305 MW on May 26, 2026 at 50.03 Hz with zero shortage. Day energy demand met was 57.95 MU. The region's peak had risen from 3,108 MW recorded on May 25, 2026. The off-peak demand of 1,878 MW was also fully met at 50.02 Hz.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8CEA reports 262,163 MW online capacity on May 25, 2026 with 33,037 MW under forced outage across regions
The CEA All-India Capacity Availability report for May 25, 2026 shows that of a total monitored capacity of 310,774 MW, 262,162.58 MW was available online, leaving 48,611.21 MW under maintenance of which 33,036.91 MW was under forced outage. Region-wise, the Western region had the highest maintenance burden at 17,734.10 MW offline including 12,804.30 MW in forced outage. The Northern Region had 12,713.18 MW under maintenance, 7,353.06 MW of which was forced.
8Panipat TPS Unit-8 returns to grid after superheater tube leak; 29 units recommissioned on May 25, 2026
CEA's Sub-Report 14 for May 25, 2026 on recommissioning of thermal and nuclear units documents 29 units synced back to the grid during the day, including Panipat TPS Unit-8 (250 MW) which had been under maintenance since May 23, 2026 due to a tube leakage in the low-temperature superheater zone. Notable recommissionings also include GHATAMAPUR TPP Unit-1 (660 MW) after an electrical fault, Nasik TPS Unit-4 (210 MW) after a boiler problem, and Raghunathpur TPP Unit-1 (600 MW) after economiser tube leakage.
8Western RLDC flags Maharashtra ATC violation 13% of time on May 26, 2026; Gujarat, MP and Chhattisgarh record zero violations
Grid-India's Western Regional Load Despatch Centre published its Daily System Reliability Indices Report for May 26, 2026, reporting that Available Transfer Capability for Maharashtra was violated for 52 blocks across 13.0 hours (54.2% of blocks), while Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh recorded zero violations. The report highlights congestion on the Maharashtra corridor and supports grid security monitoring for the western region.
8NLDC reports ER-NR corridor ATC violation 2.5% of time on May 26, 2026 in system reliability indices report
Grid-India's National Load Despatch Centre published its System Reliability Indices Report for May 26, 2026, showing the ER-NR corridor's Available Transfer Capability was violated for 10 hours (2.50% of time, 10.42% of blocks), while the WR-NR, NEW-SR and NER import corridors recorded zero ATC violations. The (N-1) criterion was violated 0.75% of the time on the ER-NR corridor. The report supports national grid security monitoring.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8GRID-INDIA despatches 2,001.64 MU of SCUC reserve in April 2026 at average rate of Rs. 3.98/kWh; Northern Region earns Rs. 181.59 crore net
Grid Controller of India Limited's Ancillary Services Implementation Report for April 2026 shows that 2,001.64 MU of Security Constrained Unit Commitment up-reserves and 1,182.85 MU of down-reserves were despatched nationally, generating charges of Rs. 797.26 crore upward and Rs. 276.72 crore downward. The net SCUC payout was Rs. 520.53 crore at an average rate of Rs. 3.98/kWh for up-reserve and Rs. 2.34/kWh for down-reserve. The Northern Region benefited most with a net receipt of Rs. 181.59 crore.
8IEX DAM clears 137,585 MWh on May 26, 2026 at weighted average price of Rs. 4,419/MWh; peak MCP hits Rs. 10,000/MWh at night
Indian Energy Exchange Day-Ahead Market on May 26, 2026 cleared 137,585.02 MWh out of sell bids of 372,705.73 MWh and purchase bids of 658,467.94 MWh, with a Market Clearing Price of Rs. 6,491.74/MWh and a weighted MCP of Rs. 4,419.01/MWh. Hourly data shows MCP ranged from Rs. 1,885.01/MWh during Hour 11 (10:00-11:00) to the maximum Rs. 10,000/MWh during Hours 1-5 (midnight to 5 am) and Hours 20-24 (evening and night).
8IEX RTM clears 172,042 MWh on May 26, 2026 at Rs. 6,368/MWh; overnight sessions see MCP at Rs. 10,000/MWh
The IEX Real-Time Market for May 26, 2026 cleared 172,041.70 MWh against purchase bids of 639,847.48 MWh and sell bids of 270,384.93 MWh, with a session MCP of Rs. 6,367.99/MWh. Sell-side volumes dominated during day hours 7-18, while purchase bids were heavy during night hours, with Hour 0 recording 66,807.65 MWh in buy bids at Rs. 10,000/MWh MCP. On a weekly basis, RTM traded volumes ranged from 136,194 to 177,139 MWh per day.
8All-India thermal PLF slides to 72.12% in April 2026, down from 72.91% a year earlier; private IPPs lead at 76.46%
All-India thermal power plant load factor (excluding gas-based plants) dipped to 72.12% in April 2026 from 72.91% in April 2025, per CEA sector-wise data. Private sector IPPs led PLF performance at 76.46%, followed by the central sector at 73.83% and private utilities at 71.34%. State sector plants showed the only improvement, inching up to 66.37% from 65.54% a year earlier. Uttar Pradesh experienced a 457 MW peak demand shortfall in April 2026, the only state with unmet peak demand in the Northern Region.
8WRPC issues DSM settlement statements and TRAS accounts for Western Region week of May 11-17, 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee issued Deviation Settlement Mechanism settlement statements and Transmission System (TRAS) accounts for the week from May 11 to May 17, 2026, covering inter-regional accounts including WR-ER and WR-NR and allocating transmission-related charges across western-region constituents including Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh utilities, NTPC stations and renewable generators. The commercial circular was distributed to western-region utilities on May 26, 2026.
8NLDC publishes May 27 SCUC schedule committing North Karanpura, Vindhyachal and Kahalgaon units for security-constrained dispatch
Grid-India's National Load Despatch Centre issued its Security Constrained Unit Commitment schedule for delivery date May 27, 2026, published on May 26, 2026 at 1500 hrs. Units committed include North Karanpura STPS (889.67 MW, ECR 208.8 paise/kWh), Vindhyachal STPS Stage 3 (475.07 MW, ECR 213.3 paise/kWh) and Kahalgaon Stage 2 (622.94 MW, ECR 288.3 paise/kWh), among others flagged for security-constrained dispatch to meet regional requirements.
8PXIL DSM sells 1,000 MW at Rs. 10,000/MWh in early blocks on May 26, 2026; IDAS records zero clearing all day
Power Exchange India Limited's Intra-Day and Ancillary Services Market for May 26, 2026 recorded purchase bids of only 75.00 MWh in the first two hours with no sell bids, indicating no clearing on the day. PXIL's Deviation Settlement Mechanism report for May 26, 2026 shows sell-side clearing in early morning blocks: 1,000 MW cleared at Rs. 10,000/MWh in the 00:30-01:00 window, 800 MW in the 01:00-02:00 window, declining to 300 MW before zero activity for the remainder of the day.
8Eastern region meets 31,749 MW peak fully on May 26, 2026, logs 691.65 MU day energy with zero shortage
Grid-India's Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Eastern Region met its evening peak of 31,749 MW on May 26, 2026 at 50.03 Hz with zero shortage, and off-peak demand of 27,447 MW at 50.02 Hz. Day energy demand met was 691.65 MU with no shortage across the region's constituent states and control areas. The Eastern RLDC also issued its Power Supply Position Report for May 26, 2026, capturing state-wise drawal and deviation.
8Eastern RLDC records day-ahead forecast MAPE of 4.08% for May 25, 2026; intraday forecast improves to 2.74%
Grid-India's Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre published its forecasting error report for May 25, 2026, reporting a day-ahead Mean Absolute Percentage Error of 4.08% and RMSE of 5.61%, improving to a 2.74% MAPE and 4.16% RMSE for intraday forecasts. The first block (00:00-00:15) showed actual demand of about 32,670 MW against a day-ahead forecast of 33,978 MW. Improved forecasting accuracy reduces reserve requirements and improves grid efficiency.
8IEX GTAM records 24-block daily contracts at Rs. 10,000/MWh on May 26, 2026; TAM sees zero cleared volume
The IEX Green Term-Ahead Market on May 26, 2026 recorded daily-contract trades across multiple time blocks at Rs. 10,000.00/MWh, the maximum permissible price, with the highest volume block being DAC-B01-NS at 25.50 MWh. The standard Term-Ahead Market on the same date reported zero cleared volumes and zero trades across all FR2 and FR3 forward rate contracts, with only stub buy bids of 38 MWh in each hour and no sell-side participation, reflecting continued illiquidity in the forward-contract segment.
8HPX HPDAM records zero clearing on May 26, 2026; 64,869 MWh in sell bids goes unmatched
Hindustan Power Exchange's Hydro Power Day-Ahead Market for May 26, 2026 received sell bids totalling 64,869.40 MWh across all 24 hours but recorded zero purchase bids, zero MCV and zero scheduled volume. HPX RTM on May 26 cleared 800 MW only in the midnight session (00:00-00:30) at Rs. 10,000/MWh. Within the past week, the exchange saw successful clearing only on May 21-24 and May 27, with highest volume on May 22 (2,165.70 MWh at Rs. 19,500/MWh).
8Uttarakhand logs 58.50 MU gross demand on May 25, 2026 with 15.37 MU state generation and no rostering
The Daily Power System Energy Report of Uttarakhand for May 2026 recorded gross energy demand of 58.50 MU on May 25, 2026, met by 15.37 MU of state generation, 21.60 MU of central share and 21.81 MU from other sources, with a slight underdrawl of 0.29 MU and no rostering due to low-frequency conditions. Demand had climbed steadily through the month from about 40 MU in early May, reflecting seasonal power consumption increases in the state.
8HVPNL postpones 226th board meeting scheduled for May 26, 2026 until further orders
Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited notified BSE Ltd. and Axis Trustee Services Limited on May 25, 2026 that its 226th Board Meeting, which had been scheduled for May 26, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., had been postponed until further orders. The communication was addressed to Manager, Listing Compliance, and was circulated to all Chief Engineers, the Chief Accounts Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Financial Advisor HQ. No rescheduled date was provided in the notice.
8ERPC issues Eastern Region reactive energy charge statement for May 11-17, 2026 supporting weekly commercial settlement
The Eastern Regional Power Committee, Kolkata, published a datewise Reactive Energy (VArH) Charge Statement for the period May 11 to May 17, 2026, listing line-wise MVAR high and low volumes, rates and net reactive charges for beneficiaries such as APNRL on the 400 kV Jamshedpur(PG)-APNRL-II line. The statement supports weekly reactive-power commercial settlement in the eastern grid and was circulated to eastern-region utilities and the Central Transmission Utility.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8Southern RLDC reports zero ATC and (N-1) violations on S1-S2-S3 corridors for May 26, 2026
Grid-India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre, Bengaluru, published its System Reliability Indices Report for May 26, 2026, showing zero Available Transfer Capability violations on the S1->S2nS3 and Import of S3 corridors, and zero (N-1) criterion violations, indicating a secure southern grid through the day. The report supports routine grid security monitoring across the southern states and was published on May 27, 2026.
8Southern region voltage deviation index for May 26, 2026 shows Asupaka 400 kV bus highest at 0.42 with 10.20 hours outside IEGC range
The Voltage Deviation Index report for May 26, 2026 tracked 400 kV substations in the southern grid, recording the highest VDI of 0.42 at Asupaka with 10.20 hours outside the IEGC range and a maximum voltage of 423.92 kV. Stations such as Annaikavadu (VDI 0.20), AMGEPL Wind (0.18) and AMGEPL Solar (0.14) also logged deviations, while several stations including Alamathy, Arasur and Bellary PS stayed fully within range.
8Southern RLDC reports forced outage on 220 kV Warangal-Huzurabad line owned by TGTRANSCO on May 26, 2026
Grid-India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre published its Transmission Forced Outage Report for May 26, 2026, listing forced outages such as the 220 kV Warangal-Huzurabad-1 AC line owned by TGTRANSCO, detailing outage and revival timings and reasons across the southern transmission network. The report is part of routine grid security and outage monitoring for the southern region. Details
8Northern region meets 80,203 MW evening peak on May 26, 2026 with 499 MW shortage; day energy demand stands at 1,884 MU
Grid-India's Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Northern Region met an evening peak of 80,203 MW on May 26, 2026 against a requirement of 80,702 MW, leaving a 499 MW shortage at 50.033 Hz. Off-peak demand met was 75,854 MW against 76,810 MW required. Day energy demand met stood at 1,884 MU with a 10.46 MU shortage. Rajasthan, Haryana and Punjab were among the largest drawing states.
8Western region records 75,708 MW peak and 1,785 MU day energy on May 26, 2026 with marginal 850 MW shortage
Grid-India's Western Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Western Region met an evening peak of 75,708 MW on May 26, 2026 against a requirement of 76,558 MW, an 850 MW shortage at 50.08 Hz, while off-peak demand of 69,404 MW was fully met. Day energy demand met was 1,785.3 MU against a 5.41 MU shortage. The region drew on stations such as Korba East and Korba West to meet demand.
8Southern region fully meets 53,734 MW peak on May 26, 2026 with zero shortage; Tamil Nadu leads at 412.41 MU day energy
Grid-India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Southern Region met its full evening peak of 53,734 MW on May 26, 2026 at 50.05 Hz with zero shortage. Day energy demand met was 1,325.17 MU with no shortage. Tamil Nadu was the largest consumer at 412.41 MU and Karnataka at 284.9 MU across the region's control areas. The off-peak demand of 49,809 MW was also fully met.
8NLDC logs average frequency of 49.999 Hz on May 26, 2026 with FDI of 21.0 and frequency within band 78.97% of the time
Grid-India's National Load Despatch Centre published the frequency profile for May 26, 2026, reporting an average frequency of 49.999 Hz, a Frequency Variation Index of 0.0331, standard deviation of 0.0576, mileage of 32.4 and FDI of 21.0. Frequency stayed within the 49.90-50.05 Hz band 78.97% of the time, with the system held close to the 50.0 Hz nominal value through the day. The report supports real-time balancing of the national grid.
8India generates 4,930.62 MU on May 25, 2026, beating programme by 7.7%; coal output surges to 4,122.63 MU
The Central Electricity Authority's All-India Generation Overview for May 25, 2026 recorded actual generation of 4,930.62 MU against a daily programme of 4,576.00 MU, an outperformance of 354.62 MU or 7.75%. Thermal generation led at 4,301.20 MU, with coal alone contributing 4,122.63 MU. Nuclear added 185.12 MU and hydro 422.65 MU plus 21.65 MU from Bhutan imports. The Southern Region stood out with 972.23 MU actual versus a programme of 910.92 MU.
8North Eastern region meets 3,305 MW peak on May 26, 2026 with 57.95 MU day energy and zero shortage
Grid-India's North Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre, Shillong, reported that the North Eastern Region met its evening peak of 3,305 MW on May 26, 2026 at 50.03 Hz with zero shortage. Day energy demand met was 57.95 MU. The region's peak had risen from 3,108 MW recorded on May 25, 2026. The off-peak demand of 1,878 MW was also fully met at 50.02 Hz.
OCC MEETINGS & OUTAGE PLANNING
8CEA reports 262,163 MW online capacity on May 25, 2026 with 33,037 MW under forced outage across regions
The CEA All-India Capacity Availability report for May 25, 2026 shows that of a total monitored capacity of 310,774 MW, 262,162.58 MW was available online, leaving 48,611.21 MW under maintenance of which 33,036.91 MW was under forced outage. Region-wise, the Western region had the highest maintenance burden at 17,734.10 MW offline including 12,804.30 MW in forced outage. The Northern Region had 12,713.18 MW under maintenance, 7,353.06 MW of which was forced.
8Panipat TPS Unit-8 returns to grid after superheater tube leak; 29 units recommissioned on May 25, 2026
CEA's Sub-Report 14 for May 25, 2026 on recommissioning of thermal and nuclear units documents 29 units synced back to the grid during the day, including Panipat TPS Unit-8 (250 MW) which had been under maintenance since May 23, 2026 due to a tube leakage in the low-temperature superheater zone. Notable recommissionings also include GHATAMAPUR TPP Unit-1 (660 MW) after an electrical fault, Nasik TPS Unit-4 (210 MW) after a boiler problem, and Raghunathpur TPP Unit-1 (600 MW) after economiser tube leakage.
8Western RLDC flags Maharashtra ATC violation 13% of time on May 26, 2026; Gujarat, MP and Chhattisgarh record zero violations
Grid-India's Western Regional Load Despatch Centre published its Daily System Reliability Indices Report for May 26, 2026, reporting that Available Transfer Capability for Maharashtra was violated for 52 blocks across 13.0 hours (54.2% of blocks), while Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh recorded zero violations. The report highlights congestion on the Maharashtra corridor and supports grid security monitoring for the western region.
8NLDC reports ER-NR corridor ATC violation 2.5% of time on May 26, 2026 in system reliability indices report
Grid-India's National Load Despatch Centre published its System Reliability Indices Report for May 26, 2026, showing the ER-NR corridor's Available Transfer Capability was violated for 10 hours (2.50% of time, 10.42% of blocks), while the WR-NR, NEW-SR and NER import corridors recorded zero ATC violations. The (N-1) criterion was violated 0.75% of the time on the ER-NR corridor. The report supports national grid security monitoring.
REGIONAL ENERGY ACCOUNT
8GRID-INDIA despatches 2,001.64 MU of SCUC reserve in April 2026 at average rate of Rs. 3.98/kWh; Northern Region earns Rs. 181.59 crore net
Grid Controller of India Limited's Ancillary Services Implementation Report for April 2026 shows that 2,001.64 MU of Security Constrained Unit Commitment up-reserves and 1,182.85 MU of down-reserves were despatched nationally, generating charges of Rs. 797.26 crore upward and Rs. 276.72 crore downward. The net SCUC payout was Rs. 520.53 crore at an average rate of Rs. 3.98/kWh for up-reserve and Rs. 2.34/kWh for down-reserve. The Northern Region benefited most with a net receipt of Rs. 181.59 crore.
8IEX DAM clears 137,585 MWh on May 26, 2026 at weighted average price of Rs. 4,419/MWh; peak MCP hits Rs. 10,000/MWh at night
Indian Energy Exchange Day-Ahead Market on May 26, 2026 cleared 137,585.02 MWh out of sell bids of 372,705.73 MWh and purchase bids of 658,467.94 MWh, with a Market Clearing Price of Rs. 6,491.74/MWh and a weighted MCP of Rs. 4,419.01/MWh. Hourly data shows MCP ranged from Rs. 1,885.01/MWh during Hour 11 (10:00-11:00) to the maximum Rs. 10,000/MWh during Hours 1-5 (midnight to 5 am) and Hours 20-24 (evening and night).
8IEX RTM clears 172,042 MWh on May 26, 2026 at Rs. 6,368/MWh; overnight sessions see MCP at Rs. 10,000/MWh
The IEX Real-Time Market for May 26, 2026 cleared 172,041.70 MWh against purchase bids of 639,847.48 MWh and sell bids of 270,384.93 MWh, with a session MCP of Rs. 6,367.99/MWh. Sell-side volumes dominated during day hours 7-18, while purchase bids were heavy during night hours, with Hour 0 recording 66,807.65 MWh in buy bids at Rs. 10,000/MWh MCP. On a weekly basis, RTM traded volumes ranged from 136,194 to 177,139 MWh per day.
8All-India thermal PLF slides to 72.12% in April 2026, down from 72.91% a year earlier; private IPPs lead at 76.46%
All-India thermal power plant load factor (excluding gas-based plants) dipped to 72.12% in April 2026 from 72.91% in April 2025, per CEA sector-wise data. Private sector IPPs led PLF performance at 76.46%, followed by the central sector at 73.83% and private utilities at 71.34%. State sector plants showed the only improvement, inching up to 66.37% from 65.54% a year earlier. Uttar Pradesh experienced a 457 MW peak demand shortfall in April 2026, the only state with unmet peak demand in the Northern Region.
8WRPC issues DSM settlement statements and TRAS accounts for Western Region week of May 11-17, 2026
The Western Regional Power Committee issued Deviation Settlement Mechanism settlement statements and Transmission System (TRAS) accounts for the week from May 11 to May 17, 2026, covering inter-regional accounts including WR-ER and WR-NR and allocating transmission-related charges across western-region constituents including Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh utilities, NTPC stations and renewable generators. The commercial circular was distributed to western-region utilities on May 26, 2026.
8NLDC publishes May 27 SCUC schedule committing North Karanpura, Vindhyachal and Kahalgaon units for security-constrained dispatch
Grid-India's National Load Despatch Centre issued its Security Constrained Unit Commitment schedule for delivery date May 27, 2026, published on May 26, 2026 at 1500 hrs. Units committed include North Karanpura STPS (889.67 MW, ECR 208.8 paise/kWh), Vindhyachal STPS Stage 3 (475.07 MW, ECR 213.3 paise/kWh) and Kahalgaon Stage 2 (622.94 MW, ECR 288.3 paise/kWh), among others flagged for security-constrained dispatch to meet regional requirements.
8PXIL DSM sells 1,000 MW at Rs. 10,000/MWh in early blocks on May 26, 2026; IDAS records zero clearing all day
Power Exchange India Limited's Intra-Day and Ancillary Services Market for May 26, 2026 recorded purchase bids of only 75.00 MWh in the first two hours with no sell bids, indicating no clearing on the day. PXIL's Deviation Settlement Mechanism report for May 26, 2026 shows sell-side clearing in early morning blocks: 1,000 MW cleared at Rs. 10,000/MWh in the 00:30-01:00 window, 800 MW in the 01:00-02:00 window, declining to 300 MW before zero activity for the remainder of the day.
8Eastern region meets 31,749 MW peak fully on May 26, 2026, logs 691.65 MU day energy with zero shortage
Grid-India's Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre reported that the Eastern Region met its evening peak of 31,749 MW on May 26, 2026 at 50.03 Hz with zero shortage, and off-peak demand of 27,447 MW at 50.02 Hz. Day energy demand met was 691.65 MU with no shortage across the region's constituent states and control areas. The Eastern RLDC also issued its Power Supply Position Report for May 26, 2026, capturing state-wise drawal and deviation.
8Eastern RLDC records day-ahead forecast MAPE of 4.08% for May 25, 2026; intraday forecast improves to 2.74%
Grid-India's Eastern Regional Load Despatch Centre published its forecasting error report for May 25, 2026, reporting a day-ahead Mean Absolute Percentage Error of 4.08% and RMSE of 5.61%, improving to a 2.74% MAPE and 4.16% RMSE for intraday forecasts. The first block (00:00-00:15) showed actual demand of about 32,670 MW against a day-ahead forecast of 33,978 MW. Improved forecasting accuracy reduces reserve requirements and improves grid efficiency.
8IEX GTAM records 24-block daily contracts at Rs. 10,000/MWh on May 26, 2026; TAM sees zero cleared volume
The IEX Green Term-Ahead Market on May 26, 2026 recorded daily-contract trades across multiple time blocks at Rs. 10,000.00/MWh, the maximum permissible price, with the highest volume block being DAC-B01-NS at 25.50 MWh. The standard Term-Ahead Market on the same date reported zero cleared volumes and zero trades across all FR2 and FR3 forward rate contracts, with only stub buy bids of 38 MWh in each hour and no sell-side participation, reflecting continued illiquidity in the forward-contract segment.
8HPX HPDAM records zero clearing on May 26, 2026; 64,869 MWh in sell bids goes unmatched
Hindustan Power Exchange's Hydro Power Day-Ahead Market for May 26, 2026 received sell bids totalling 64,869.40 MWh across all 24 hours but recorded zero purchase bids, zero MCV and zero scheduled volume. HPX RTM on May 26 cleared 800 MW only in the midnight session (00:00-00:30) at Rs. 10,000/MWh. Within the past week, the exchange saw successful clearing only on May 21-24 and May 27, with highest volume on May 22 (2,165.70 MWh at Rs. 19,500/MWh).
8Uttarakhand logs 58.50 MU gross demand on May 25, 2026 with 15.37 MU state generation and no rostering
The Daily Power System Energy Report of Uttarakhand for May 2026 recorded gross energy demand of 58.50 MU on May 25, 2026, met by 15.37 MU of state generation, 21.60 MU of central share and 21.81 MU from other sources, with a slight underdrawl of 0.29 MU and no rostering due to low-frequency conditions. Demand had climbed steadily through the month from about 40 MU in early May, reflecting seasonal power consumption increases in the state.
8HVPNL postpones 226th board meeting scheduled for May 26, 2026 until further orders
Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam Limited notified BSE Ltd. and Axis Trustee Services Limited on May 25, 2026 that its 226th Board Meeting, which had been scheduled for May 26, 2026 at 3:00 p.m., had been postponed until further orders. The communication was addressed to Manager, Listing Compliance, and was circulated to all Chief Engineers, the Chief Accounts Officer, Chief Financial Officer and Financial Advisor HQ. No rescheduled date was provided in the notice.
8ERPC issues Eastern Region reactive energy charge statement for May 11-17, 2026 supporting weekly commercial settlement
The Eastern Regional Power Committee, Kolkata, published a datewise Reactive Energy (VArH) Charge Statement for the period May 11 to May 17, 2026, listing line-wise MVAR high and low volumes, rates and net reactive charges for beneficiaries such as APNRL on the 400 kV Jamshedpur(PG)-APNRL-II line. The statement supports weekly reactive-power commercial settlement in the eastern grid and was circulated to eastern-region utilities and the Central Transmission Utility.
TRANSMISSION LINE ENERGIZATION
8Southern RLDC reports zero ATC and (N-1) violations on S1-S2-S3 corridors for May 26, 2026
Grid-India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre, Bengaluru, published its System Reliability Indices Report for May 26, 2026, showing zero Available Transfer Capability violations on the S1->S2nS3 and Import of S3 corridors, and zero (N-1) criterion violations, indicating a secure southern grid through the day. The report supports routine grid security monitoring across the southern states and was published on May 27, 2026.
8Southern region voltage deviation index for May 26, 2026 shows Asupaka 400 kV bus highest at 0.42 with 10.20 hours outside IEGC range
The Voltage Deviation Index report for May 26, 2026 tracked 400 kV substations in the southern grid, recording the highest VDI of 0.42 at Asupaka with 10.20 hours outside the IEGC range and a maximum voltage of 423.92 kV. Stations such as Annaikavadu (VDI 0.20), AMGEPL Wind (0.18) and AMGEPL Solar (0.14) also logged deviations, while several stations including Alamathy, Arasur and Bellary PS stayed fully within range.
8Southern RLDC reports forced outage on 220 kV Warangal-Huzurabad line owned by TGTRANSCO on May 26, 2026
Grid-India's Southern Regional Load Despatch Centre published its Transmission Forced Outage Report for May 26, 2026, listing forced outages such as the 220 kV Warangal-Huzurabad-1 AC line owned by TGTRANSCO, detailing outage and revival timings and reasons across the southern transmission network. The report is part of routine grid security and outage monitoring for the southern region. Details
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8MNRE floats expression of interest for AI-based RAG system assessment; up to 15 entities to be shortlisted for live testing
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy published on May 20, 2026 an Expression of Interest inviting entities to participate in a market assessment exercise for AI-based Retrieval Augmented Generation systems to be applied to MNRE's own operational document base. The three-stage exercise will shortlist up to 15 eligible entities from Stage 1 for independent, vendor-absent system testing in Stage 2. Participation is open to companies or LLPs registered in India with a genuine RAG product. MNRE cited the inadequacy of its current manual search systems as the primary motivation.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8India's April 2026 power generation rises 5.49% to 166.30 BU; all-India peak demand reaches 2,56,436 MW
The Central Electricity Authority's Executive Summary for April 2026 shows All-India electricity generation reached 166.30 Billion Units, up 5.49% from 157.65 BU in April 2025. Against a target of 168.98 BU, overall achievement stood at 98.4%. All-India peak demand reached 2,56,436 MW, and energy requirement totalled 1,53,905 MU against availability of 1,53,619 MU, leaving a marginal 0.2% deficit. Thermal held at 120.90 BU, up 1.54%, and nuclear edged to 5.15 BU, up 3.98%.
8CEA coal stock report: Rajasthan's Chhabra-II TPP at just 46% of normative stock on May 25, 2026; Suratgarh STPS at 57%
The CEA Fuel Management Division's Daily Coal Stock Report as on May 25, 2026 reveals state-level disparities in coal stocks at major thermal plants. Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam's Chhabra-II TPP (1,320 MW) had actual stock of 205,600 tonnes against a normative requirement of 443,900 tonnes, only 46%, while Suratgarh STPS (1,500 MW) stood at 57% of normative with 323,100 tonnes on hand. By contrast, HPGCL plants were better stocked: Panipat TPS at 137%, Rajiv Gandhi TPS at 115% and Yamuna Nagar TPS at 126%.
8APTEL announces summer vacation from June 1 to June 30, 2026, with vacation benches for urgent electricity matters
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity issued its vacation notification 2026 dated May 26, 2026, declaring the Tribunal closed for annual summer vacation from June 1 to June 30, 2026, reopening July 1, 2026, under Rule 54 of the APTEL Rules, 2007. Only urgent matters will be heard by vacation benches comprising Officiating Chairperson Seema Gupta and Members Virender Bhat and Ajay Talegaonkar across designated date ranges in June.
8APTEL shifts Bakrid holiday to May 28, reschedules Court-II electricity matters including APL 335/2021 and APL 350/2018
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity issued a notification dated May 26, 2026 declaring a holiday on May 28, 2026 for Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) instead of May 27, 2026, per DoPT O.M. dated May 22, 2026. Consequently, Court-II comprising Judicial Member Virender Bhat and Technical Member Ajay Talegaonkar will not sit on May 28, and matters such as APL 335/2021 and APL 350/2018 were rescheduled to dates ranging from May 29 to August 11, 2026.
TENDERS & PROCUREMENT
8Government of India launches Coal India OFS to sell 1% stake with 2% oversubscription option; bidding opens May 27
The Ministry of Coal, Government of India, acting as Promoter through the President of India, announced an Offer for Sale of Coal India Limited equity shares (face value Rs. 10 each) via the stock exchange mechanism in a notice dated May 26, 2026. The base offer size is 61,627,283 equity shares, representing 1.00% of paid-up capital, with an oversubscription option taking the total to 2.00%. Bidding runs May 27, 2026 for non-Retail Investors and May 29, 2026 for Retail Investors.
8HPPCL land acquisition court schedules arguments in 30+ cases on June 8, 2026 for Renukaji Dam Project
The Land Acquisition Collector's court of Sh. Raveesh Chandel at BCS, Shimla-9, published a cause list dated June 8, 2026 for Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited listing over 30 pending land acquisition cases spanning case numbers from 4/2020 to 123/2025, the majority related to the Renukaji Dam Project. Proceedings include arguments, rejoinders and admission hearings involving multiple petitioners such as Roop Raj, Karn Jeet and Ragubir Singh, with the Principal Secretary to the Government of Himachal Pradesh as the main respondent.
8MeECL cancels tender for regulatory and commercial consultancy services first floated in March 2026
Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited cancelled its tender No. MeECL/DM-MeECL/ACM/Accounts/2026/01338, which had been issued on March 27, 2026 for the engagement of a consultant to assist MeECL and its subsidiaries in regulatory and commercial matters. The cancellation notice, signed by Smt. Balari Dkhar, Chief Accounts Officer and Convenor of the Tender Evaluation Committee, was issued from MeECL's Accounts Department at Shillong. No reason for cancellation was stated in the notice. Details
8MNRE floats expression of interest for AI-based RAG system assessment; up to 15 entities to be shortlisted for live testing
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy published on May 20, 2026 an Expression of Interest inviting entities to participate in a market assessment exercise for AI-based Retrieval Augmented Generation systems to be applied to MNRE's own operational document base. The three-stage exercise will shortlist up to 15 eligible entities from Stage 1 for independent, vendor-absent system testing in Stage 2. Participation is open to companies or LLPs registered in India with a genuine RAG product. MNRE cited the inadequacy of its current manual search systems as the primary motivation.
CEA & GRID STANDARDS
8India's April 2026 power generation rises 5.49% to 166.30 BU; all-India peak demand reaches 2,56,436 MW
The Central Electricity Authority's Executive Summary for April 2026 shows All-India electricity generation reached 166.30 Billion Units, up 5.49% from 157.65 BU in April 2025. Against a target of 168.98 BU, overall achievement stood at 98.4%. All-India peak demand reached 2,56,436 MW, and energy requirement totalled 1,53,905 MU against availability of 1,53,619 MU, leaving a marginal 0.2% deficit. Thermal held at 120.90 BU, up 1.54%, and nuclear edged to 5.15 BU, up 3.98%.
8CEA coal stock report: Rajasthan's Chhabra-II TPP at just 46% of normative stock on May 25, 2026; Suratgarh STPS at 57%
The CEA Fuel Management Division's Daily Coal Stock Report as on May 25, 2026 reveals state-level disparities in coal stocks at major thermal plants. Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam's Chhabra-II TPP (1,320 MW) had actual stock of 205,600 tonnes against a normative requirement of 443,900 tonnes, only 46%, while Suratgarh STPS (1,500 MW) stood at 57% of normative with 323,100 tonnes on hand. By contrast, HPGCL plants were better stocked: Panipat TPS at 137%, Rajiv Gandhi TPS at 115% and Yamuna Nagar TPS at 126%.
8APTEL announces summer vacation from June 1 to June 30, 2026, with vacation benches for urgent electricity matters
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity issued its vacation notification 2026 dated May 26, 2026, declaring the Tribunal closed for annual summer vacation from June 1 to June 30, 2026, reopening July 1, 2026, under Rule 54 of the APTEL Rules, 2007. Only urgent matters will be heard by vacation benches comprising Officiating Chairperson Seema Gupta and Members Virender Bhat and Ajay Talegaonkar across designated date ranges in June.
8APTEL shifts Bakrid holiday to May 28, reschedules Court-II electricity matters including APL 335/2021 and APL 350/2018
The Appellate Tribunal for Electricity issued a notification dated May 26, 2026 declaring a holiday on May 28, 2026 for Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) instead of May 27, 2026, per DoPT O.M. dated May 22, 2026. Consequently, Court-II comprising Judicial Member Virender Bhat and Technical Member Ajay Talegaonkar will not sit on May 28, and matters such as APL 335/2021 and APL 350/2018 were rescheduled to dates ranging from May 29 to August 11, 2026.
TENDERS & PROCUREMENT
8Government of India launches Coal India OFS to sell 1% stake with 2% oversubscription option; bidding opens May 27
The Ministry of Coal, Government of India, acting as Promoter through the President of India, announced an Offer for Sale of Coal India Limited equity shares (face value Rs. 10 each) via the stock exchange mechanism in a notice dated May 26, 2026. The base offer size is 61,627,283 equity shares, representing 1.00% of paid-up capital, with an oversubscription option taking the total to 2.00%. Bidding runs May 27, 2026 for non-Retail Investors and May 29, 2026 for Retail Investors.
8HPPCL land acquisition court schedules arguments in 30+ cases on June 8, 2026 for Renukaji Dam Project
The Land Acquisition Collector's court of Sh. Raveesh Chandel at BCS, Shimla-9, published a cause list dated June 8, 2026 for Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited listing over 30 pending land acquisition cases spanning case numbers from 4/2020 to 123/2025, the majority related to the Renukaji Dam Project. Proceedings include arguments, rejoinders and admission hearings involving multiple petitioners such as Roop Raj, Karn Jeet and Ragubir Singh, with the Principal Secretary to the Government of Himachal Pradesh as the main respondent.
8MeECL cancels tender for regulatory and commercial consultancy services first floated in March 2026
Meghalaya Energy Corporation Limited cancelled its tender No. MeECL/DM-MeECL/ACM/Accounts/2026/01338, which had been issued on March 27, 2026 for the engagement of a consultant to assist MeECL and its subsidiaries in regulatory and commercial matters. The cancellation notice, signed by Smt. Balari Dkhar, Chief Accounts Officer and Convenor of the Tender Evaluation Committee, was issued from MeECL's Accounts Department at Shillong. No reason for cancellation was stated in the notice. Details
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