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How Vidyut Sakhis are empowering rural women in Uttar Pradesh
In rural Uttar Pradesh, an electricity bill is acquiring a new meaning. It is no longer merely a monthly household expense or a reminder of consumptio.
Delhi peak power demand hits all-time high of 8,748 MW amid heatwave conditions
In an extraordinary turn of events, Delhi's power consumption skyrocketed to an all-time high of 8,748 MW on Monday, driven by a relentless heatwave. City officials commend the effective power infrastructure and strategic foresight that allowed for uninterrup…
India cooling energy needs are pushing its power grid to the brink
India's C&I energy storage market to expand to 22-31 GWh by 2032: IESA
India's commercial and industrial energy storage market is set for significant expansion. Projections show growth from under 1 GWh in 2025 to an estimated 22-31 GWh by 2032. This surge is fueled by increasing electricity costs and the widespread adoption of r…
Electrifying energy consumption
Explore India's energy challenges and strategies to boost electricity's share while reducing reliance on coal and oil for sustainability.
Nepal’s 30,000 MW goal stuck in PPA gridlock
By Our Reporter Nepal’s new target to generate 30,000 megawatts of electricity in the next 10 years sounds grand. A country with thousands of rivers, steep terrain, and years of hydropower rhetoric ought to be able to turn water into wealth by now. But one sh…
Maharashtra to lead next phase of India's nuclear energy expansion: Devendra Fadnavis
Maharashtra will spearhead India's nuclear energy expansion. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis highlighted nuclear power's necessity for reliable, round-the-clock electricity. Renewable sources like solar and wind are not consistently available. Maharashtra ha…
Iran Energy Shock Supports Boom in Renewables and Electrification
Solar power will be the single-largest source of electricity by 2032, BloombergNEF researchers said in their annual New Energy Outlook report.
Evening peak power demand exposes gaps in India’s energy transition: Citi
India's power sector is shifting focus from electricity shortages to ensuring reliable power during non-solar hours. Rapid renewable energy growth creates challenges for evening and night-time demand. The country needs enhanced transmission and storage infra…
India looks to boost LNG tank capacity as Qatar supplies stall
India imports about half of its natural gas requirement, which is used to generate electricity, make fertiliser, convert into CNG to run automobiles, piped to household kitchens for cooking and used as feedstock in a variety of industries. This gas is importe…
Coal India's production in April drops amid rising power demand
April brought unexpected challenges for Coal India, the giant behind India's coal production. The company experienced a significant 9.7 percent dip in output, stirring alarms as coal is the backbone of over 70 percent of the nation's electricity supply. With …
India industrial output at 4.1%, hit by Iran war
India's industrial output grew 4.1% in March, a five-month low. This slowdown was influenced by weaker electricity and manufacturing sectors. Economists noted the impact of the Iran conflict on supplies and costs. Despite the moderation, growth surpassed expe…
AI may be written in code, but it runs on electricity, says Jeet Adani; pledges $100 billion to boost India’s AI growth
Google Cloud India AI Hub is coming to Visakhapatnam. Jeet Adani stressed AI needs electricity and infrastructure. Adani Group commits $100 billion to India's AI goals. This investment covers energy, networks, and data centres. Visakhapatnam is becoming a new…