India

KESCO launches mobile-based tracking system of in-field revenue enhancement activities

Kanpur Electricity Supply Company Ltd. (KESCO) has introduced a slew of initiatives aimed at enhancing revenue realization and improving consumer satisfaction.

KESCO launches mobile-based tracking system of in-field revenue enhancement activities

Kanpur Electricity Supply Company Ltd. (KESCO) has introduced a slew of initiatives aimed at enhancing revenue realization and improving consumer satisfaction.

SunEdison begins operations at 25MW solar PV plant in Gujarat

SSunEdison has started operations at its 25MW solar photovoltaic plant located within a multi-developer solar park in Gujarat, India.

Neyveli Lignite to form JV for $1.9B coal fired project in India

Neyveli Lignite Corp will set up a 2,000MW coal-fired power unit for US$1.9 billion in the state of Odisha, India.

Asia's largest solar power park opens in Gujarat

A 600 MW solar power park was opened by Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi in the state's Patan district.

TIB Demands Cancellation of Coal Plant Near Sundarbans

TIB Demands Cancellation of Coal Plant Near Sundarbans

U.S. Ex-Im Bank funds India’s largest solar power project

India’s Reliance Power, Ltd has received U.S. government funding for its major solar power project.

Fedders Lloyd to expand wind turbine manufacturing facility at Bharuch

Fedders Lloyd plans to expand its manufacturing facility for wind turbine towers, heavy precision fabrication and machining facility in Bharuch district, Gujarat.

Bosch explores India's huge solar project potential

Bosch is eyeing 10 mega watt worth projects over the next few years.

NTPC's sixth unit bunker collapses in Bihar

Power generation was halted at the 500MW unit 6 of the NTPC thermal power plant at Kahalgaon in Bhagalpur district after its bunker collapsed.

ABB to develop a 1,200kV circuit breaker

This highest AC voltage level in the world can result in a space saving of up to 60%.

India and the U.S. cooperate to advance clean energy

India and the United States have established a joint US$125 million fund for clean energy research.

Pakistan increases consumption limit of subsidized consumers

Pakistan has increased the maximum amount of electricity that can be consumed with tax benefits from 50 to 100 units per month.

Malaysia eyes coal, wind power plants in Pakistan

Malaysia is keen to participate in Pakistan's coal and wind power projects to help the country meet its future demand for electricity supply.

Iran optimistic about power deal with Pakistan

Consul General Peshawar Hassan Darvishvand is hopeful the 5,000 MW power importation deal from Iran to Pakistan will be signed soon.

Gujarat offers 500 hectares for UMPP

Gujarat has agreed to allocate 500 hectare of land for second 4,000 mw ultra mega power project in the state.

Indian government seeks 10,000 MW hydro power by 2017

India's Power Ministry wants to add 10,000 MW of hydro power capacity in the country in the next five years.

Areva Solar, Reliance Power to set up Asia's largest solar plant

Areva Solar has bagged a contract by Reliance Power to build Asia's largest concentrated solar power installation.