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Waaree Energies is diversifying its operations beyond solar modules by establishing integrated manufacturing platforms for battery energy storage systems (BESS) and inverters. This expansion is expected to drive significant revenue growth.
Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy Shripad Yesso Naik emphasized that the success of artificial intelligence (AI) in the power sector will be measured by tangible improvements rather than algorithmic complexity. He highlighted AI's potential in predicting equipment failures and managing complex power systems.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) can help prevent power supply disruptions by identifying problems in the electricity network and predicting transformer failures, according to Union Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy Shripad Yesso Naik. The technology aims to improve electricity supply continuity and reduce infrastructure-related outages.
Olectra Greentech has appointed Surender Nath as the Chief Operating Officer for its energy division, effective October 15, 2026. Nath brings 29 years of experience, including in insulator manufacturing, and his appointment comes as the company explores battery-cell manufacturing to enhance supply chain control.

ZAT a.s. joins NucFinder! We are pleased to welcome ZAT, a Czech engineering company and one of Europe's established suppliers of control and automation systems for nuclear power plants, to the NucFinder network. 🇨🇿 Country: Czech Republic Industry: Nuclear Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Exper...
Under the MoU, the organisations will explore collaboration in renewable energy. The partnership will also assess the state’s current and future flexibility requirements and identify the energy storage technologies best suited to provide the necessary flexibility support. Other areas of cooperation include integrated demand and supply projections and...
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has issued the Manual on Transmission Planning Criteria, 2026, updating the framework for planning India’s transmission system. The revised criteria came into effect on October 15, 2026, and apply to all new transmission systems planned thereafter. The 2026 edition introduces planning parameters and criteria for...
The nuclear industry is navigating a complex landscape marked by workforce development needs, financial restructuring, and evolving regulatory frameworks. Recent events highlight challenges in advanced reactor development, fuel cycle projects, and plant operations.
A new framework outlines key due diligence considerations for evaluating companies in the nuclear sector, focusing on regulatory credibility, capital and supply chain, organizational maturity, and operations and maintenance.
India aims to reach approximately 800 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2035-36, according to the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) Chairperson Ghanshyam Prasad. The country's installed renewable energy capacity has already surpassed 300 GW, reaching 308 GW.
NTPC Ltd and Africa50 have signed a cooperation agreement to develop power generation projects and cross-border electricity trading opportunities throughout Africa. The partnership aims to combine NTPC's technical and operational capabilities with Africa50's project development and financing expertise.
Bonfiglioli Transmissions Ltd's initial public offering (IPO) achieved a 47% subscription rate on its first day of bidding. The company, a manufacturer of power transmission products, secured ₹759.26 crore from anchor investors.