India to Export 654MW of Electricity to Nepal Following Flood Damage

India has committed to exporting 654MW of electricity daily to Nepal for 18 hours a day, effective until December 31, 2026. This measure addresses the significant damage to Nepal's hydropower infrastructure caused by recent floods, which reduced its domestic power generation capacity by approximately 550MW.

The electricity exports commenced on September 14, 2026. Up to 600MW is being supplied via the Muzaffarpur-Dhalkebar 400 kV DC line between midnight and 6 PM, with an additional 54MW supplied through the Tanakpur-Mahendranagar 132 kV SC line. The quantum of power to be exported from January 2027 will be reviewed in December 2026.

This arrangement advances the typical export mechanism, which usually begins in October for the winter months when river flows decrease and hydropower generation is impacted. The Ministry of Power stated that India remains committed to supporting Nepal and strengthening bilateral cooperation in the energy sector.

Leadership Changes Announced for Punjab Power Utilities Amid Peak Load Management

Gurkirat has assumed additional charges as principal secretary, power, and principal secretary, new and renewable energy sources, while retaining his role as principal secretary, social security, women and child development. He takes over from Garg, a 2005-batch IAS officer, who had held the power department and CMD posts since late 2025. Garg has been reassigned as administrative secretary for industries and commerce, with additional responsibilities for investment promotion and the promotion of the information technology industry.

The leadership transition at Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) and Punjab State Transmission Corporation Limited (PSTCL) occurs as the utilities manage significant seasonal power demands. Challenges faced by the utilities include fuel management for thermal plants and balancing the tariff subsidy mechanism with fiscal stabilization. These changes come amidst public concerns regarding power cuts affecting industrial, domestic, and agricultural sectors.

KEC International Secures New Orders Valued at Rs 13.03 Billion

KEC International Limited has secured new orders worth Rs 13.03 billion. These orders span the company's transmission and distribution (T&D) business and its cables and conductors business.

The T&D segment's new orders include projects across India, the Middle East, and the Americas. Specific projects mentioned are a 400 kV transmission line in northern India and 380 kV transmission line projects in Saudi Arabia. Additionally, the company received orders for the supply of towers, hardware, and poles within the Americas.

The cables and conductors business also secured various orders from both domestic customers in India and international markets.