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Madhya Pradesh Unveils 490 MW Floating Solar Project
Modi govt's solar plan faces three major obstacles
Lakshmi Narayan recounted how he had been among the first to embrace solar energy back in 2020. He recalled the decision to install solar panels on his roof in Bhopal, a city in India, driven by his wish to contribute to the shift away from fossil fuels toward cleaner energy sources.
Expressing his perspective, Narayan, now 60 years old, explained, "I recognized the significance of renewable energy and felt it should be adopted universally." He mentioned how his initiative had inspired others in the capital of Madhya Pradesh, prompting them to follow suit.
A new government init..
YSRCP MP's Bengal project faltered; group gave TMC Rs 460 mn in poll bonds
Alla Ayodhya Rami Reddy, a YSRCP MP and businessman, was reported to have had two Hyderabad companies under his ownership. According to information shared on Facebook, these companies donated a total of Rs 460 million in electoral bonds to the ruling TMC in West Bengal in 2022. This action occurred during a period of turmoil in a $30-million water treatment project being executed in Kolkata for the state government by another company belonging to Reddy.
Data released by the Election Commission indicated that Reddy's companies, namely Chennai Green Woods and Madhya Pradesh Waste Man..
RUMSL invites tender for 170MW Neemuch solar project
RUMSL issued a request for proposal (RFP) for the development of a 170 MW grid-connected ground-mounted solar photovoltaic project in the Neemuch Solar Park in Madhya Pradesh. It was stated that the power generated from the project would be procured by Madhya Pradesh Power Management Company (MPPMCL) and West Central Railway (WCR).
The deadline to submit bids was mentioned as June 07, 2024, with bids set to be opened on the same day.
It was specified that RUMSL / Government of Madhya Pradesh (GoMP) would provide land for the project?s development, adhering to the terms and cond..
Jindal Steel & Power's Q4 Profit After Tax Doubles to Rs 9.33 Bn
Jindal Steel & Power Limited (JSPL) has reported a remarkable achievement in its financial performance for the fourth quarter, with its profit after tax (PAT) doubling to Rs 9.33 billion. This significant growth underscores the company's robust operational performance and strategic initiatives, reflecting its resilience and adaptability in the competitive steel and power sectors.
The doubled PAT for the fourth quarter is a testament to JSPL's effective management strategies and operational efficiency. It signifies the successful execution of the company's growth plans and its ability to..
India's Peak Power Demand to Surge
India is bracing for a substantial increase in peak power demand this May, with the Power Ministry forecasting a daytime peak of 235 GW and an evening peak of 225 GW. This surge underscores the country's escalating energy needs amid rising temperatures and economic activities.
The anticipated peak demand is significantly higher than previous records, reflecting the growing consumption patterns driven by urbanisation, industrial activities, and increased usage of air conditioning. The Ministry's projections are based on data from the Central Electricity Authority (CEA), which monitors a..
