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US trade advocacy body forms task force on India-US critical mineral cooperation; five priority engagement areas identified

June 16, 2026 05:30 IST

India, US cooperation on critical minerals has gained impetus in the backdrop of Chinaโ€™s dominance over supply chain

Tue, Jun 16, 2026
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Market Coupling Operator proposed for power trading: Sole MCO plan gets pushback from Grid India, IEX

June 14, 2026 06:30 IST

In its draft CERC (Power Market) (Second Amendment) Regulations, 2026, issued in April, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) had proposed designating Grid India as the sole MCO, responsible for the operation and management of market coupling.

Sun, Jun 14, 2026
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Domestic cell mandate triggers supply crunch, may hit rooftop solar installationSubscriber Only

June 12, 2026 06:30 IST

The ministry attributed this price increase in May to a likely surge in demand from developers seeking to commission net-metering and open-access renewable energy projects before the May 31, 2026 deadline.

Fri, Jun 12, 2026
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PM Surya Ghar sees 40 lakh installations so far: Local cell mandate may hit solar scheme

June 12, 2026 01:07 IST

DCR-compliant solar panels are those in which locally manufactured solar cells โ€” components that convert sunlight into electricity  โ€” are used.

Fri, Jun 12, 2026
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West Asia conflict: Spot market gas purchases by power plants jump over 300%

June 07, 2026 06:25 IST

This was 336.5% higher than the corresponding period in 2025, more than double the volume purchased in 2024, and nearly 140 times the level recorded in 2023.

Sun, Jun 07, 2026
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How Andhra plans to power AI ambitions: Let data centres buy and distribute their own electricitySubscriber Only

June 05, 2026 17:41 IST

The state is allowing large data centres to operate as 'deemed' power distributors, enabling them to procure electricity directly and cut costs while easing the burden on local utilities

Mon, Jun 08, 2026
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Why electricity prices on Indiaโ€™s power exchanges are crashing by day and spiking at nightSubscriber Only

May 31, 2026 18:42 IST

During daytime, abundant solar generation has mostly led to a surge in supply, pushing spot prices to near-zero levels. However, battery and energy storage capacity has not expanded at the same pace, limiting the ability to store excess power.

Mon, Jun 01, 2026
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Why do ACs explode in the summer and how can you prevent this?Subscriber Only

May 29, 2026 11:35 IST

Higher average temperatures year-on-year and rising nationwide AC sales have added to the likelihood of AC fire incidents. Some simple practices, however, can help ensure safety.

Sat, May 30, 2026
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From June 1, solar projects must use only locally made cells: Why this raises concernsSubscriber Only

May 28, 2026 14:34 IST

The governmentโ€™s domestic sourcing mandate is aimed at reducing dependence on imports. But it may also squeeze smaller manufacturers and increase the risk of market consolidation. Hereโ€™s how

Sat, May 30, 2026
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India and US broaden cooperation on critical minerals supply chain. Will it catalyse investments?Subscriber Only

May 26, 2026 17:39 IST

India-US Critical Minerals Framework aims to strengthen rare earth supply chains, mining, recycling and investments amid Chinaโ€™s dominance in critical mineral processing.

Wed, May 27, 2026
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Grid strains to meet peak daytime power demand; government says conserve

May 23, 2026 04:48 IST

For the first time this summer, grid struggled to meet daytime peak electricity demand

Sat, May 23, 2026
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Supply chains hit, Government asks industry if local production of 200 petro items possible

May 22, 2026 04:46 IST

These items cumulatively account for annual imports worth over $50 billion and the missive from the DPIIT, issued Wednesday, comes amid the West Asia crisis that has caused price and supply related challenges for the industry.

Fri, May 22, 2026
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Indiaโ€™s power demand peaks in May: How extreme heat continues to drive this surgeSubscriber Only

May 19, 2026 14:56 IST

The sustained rise in temperatures is expected to drive a further increase in electricity consumption in the coming days. Here is what to know

Wed, May 20, 2026
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Why power distribution companies are struggling with fixed costs, falling revenuesSubscriber Only

May 17, 2026 14:28 IST

A Central Electricity Authority report flags the need to change the way retail electricity bills are designed. Why, and what does it recommend?

Mon, May 18, 2026
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Three old thermal power sites shortlisted for new nuclear power projectsSubscriber Only

May 16, 2026 08:51 IST

Exclusion zone requirements, however, have emerged as one of the key challenges in the broader exercise of repurposing old thermal power plant sites.

Sat, May 16, 2026
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Cabinet okays Rs 37,500 cr scheme for coal, lignite gasification; promotes use of indigenous techSubscriber Only

May 13, 2026 19:36 IST

It aims to reduce the country's energy import dependence. All 25 projects under the scheme likely to be commissioned within the next four to five years, says Vaishnaw

Wed, May 13, 2026
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Statesโ€™ interest-free capex loans to be linked to renewable energy adoptionSubscriber Only

May 12, 2026 21:35 IST

The 2026-27 Union Budget allocated Rs 2 lakh crore as 50-year, interest-free capex loans for states called Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI).

Tue, May 12, 2026
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Renewable energy curtailment critical issue; India requires super grid like China: MNRE SecySubscriber Only

May 12, 2026 04:25 IST

More deployment of battery energy storage systems, grid forming inverters, synchronous condensers to provide pathway for better integration of RE into grid system, says Sarangi

Tue, May 12, 2026
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India is rapidly scaling up renewable energy. Now it needs to store itSubscriber Only

May 10, 2026 07:02 IST

Solar power generation drops to zero after sunset and wind output fluctuates with changing weather. This is where deploying systems that 'store' energy becomes critical โ€” and where India has fallen short so far.

Mon, May 11, 2026
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Why India curtailed solar energy during peak summer power demandSubscriber Only

May 09, 2026 16:09 IST

The curtailment came despite no reported shortages during daytime peak hours, underlining both the crucial role solar played in meeting daytime demand and the scale of surplus generation that still went unused.

Mon, May 11, 2026
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Peak summer yet to come, but power supply is already falling short at night. Hereโ€™s whySubscriber Only

May 05, 2026 08:46 IST

Since temperatures began rising sharply in mid-April, daily peak power demand was recorded during daytime on at least 10 of the 15 days, Grid India data shows. However, shortages were reported during night on 13 of those 15 days.

Fri, May 08, 2026
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DAE, Power Ministry at odds over civil nuclear projectsโ€™ supervisionSubscriber Only

May 04, 2026 05:38 IST

Concerns over conflict of interest due to DAEโ€™s full control over supply chain led to calls for a separate ministry to oversee private projects.

Mon, May 04, 2026
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Temperature drops at night. So why is Indiaโ€™s power grid facing the most strain in those hours?Subscriber Only

April 28, 2026 09:35 IST

The primary reason for the shortfall during non-solar hours was a spike in forced and partial outages. While planned outages were expected to be limited to around 3 GW, forced and partial outages surged to nearly 26 GW

Wed, Apr 29, 2026
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How heatwave has driven an early surge in Indiaโ€™s power demandSubscriber Only

April 25, 2026 18:04 IST

Traditionally, electricity demand peaks during the summer months of June-July or in early autumn. This year, however, the surge has arrived in April itself

Mon, Apr 27, 2026
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How electricity trading happens in India, and why a restructuring is on the cardsSubscriber Only

April 22, 2026 09:14 IST

Short-term electricity trades allow both power generators and consumers to meet fluctuations in demand. Changes to this mechanism have been suggested under new draft rules.

Thu, Apr 23, 2026