Electrical & Power Industry News: Power/Electricity Distribution

ABB to secure power supply for 5G mobile device manufacturer More than 5 billion people around the world already use a mobile phone - and the figures are rising. For their part, smart phones and other mobile devices are becoming more and more sophisticated and powerful. One of the drivers of this technological development is OPPO. At its major new technology park in Chongqing, China, ABB’s digital energy management and power...

PM inaugurates Pugalur-Thrissur HVDC project Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated POWERGRID’s 320 kV 2000 MW Pugalur (Tamil Nadu) - Thrissur (Kerala) HVDC project on 19 February. He also dedicated a 50 MW Kasaragod Solar Power Project to the nation. Speaking on the occasion, Prime Minister said that the Pugalur – Thrissur High Voltage Direct Current  system will facilitate transfer of huge quantum of power to meet the growing power demands of...

Finolex adds RPVC conduits to its offering Finolex Cables, India's leading electrical & communications cable manufacturer adds conduit and fittings to its repertoire. The conduits are manufactured at its state—of-the-art Goa plant from specially formulated µPVC to meet the most stringent India & International standards. These are made of high impact resistance materials which make them safe to use across varied environmental conditions. The conduits are available in 19"-32" diameters in...

GE T&D India appoints Mahesh Palashikar as Chairman GE T&D India Limited (GETDIL) announced the appointment of Mahesh Palashikar on the Board as Chairman. Mahesh assumes the role of Chairman effective 1 March 2021 and succeeds Vishal K Wanchoo who resigned from Board upon assuming new responsibility with another company, post retirement from GE. Mahesh is the President of GE South Asia and Chairman of GE Power India Limited. As a 21-year...

Demand for electrical equipment will be all time high: R.K. Singh “The demand for electrical equipment will be all time high in times to come with the numerous reforms undertaken to strengthen and modernise the distribution sector with the investment of Rs. 3.05 lakh crore in the next five years,” said Power Minister RK Singh while inaugurating the 4th edition of Distribuelec being organised by Indian Electrical and Electronics Manufacturers'...

International Solar Alliance appoints Dr Ajay Mathur as its new DG The International Solar Alliance (ISA) announced Dr. Ajay Mathur as its new Director General following his election at the first special Assembly of ISA members. A coalition of 73 member countries, ISA was launched at the end of 2015 to accelerate the demand for and use of safe, sustainable, and affordable solar energy for all. It aims to mobilize over...

OLA to deploy ABB robotics at its electric scooters factory Ola, one of the leading mobility companies in the world, today announced that it has selected ABB as one of its key partners for robotics and automation solutions for its mega-factory in India that will roll out the much-anticipated Ola electric scooter. Ola’s scooter mega-factory, billed to be the world’s largest scooter factory, is expected to be ready and operational in...

India Smart Utility Week 2021 to be held on 02 – 05 Mar International Experts from Government Institutions, Regulatory Commissions, Think Tanks, Academia and Technology Companies from all Continents are expected to join the Conference and share their experiences and expertise India Smart Grid Forum, a PPP initiative of Government of India, is organising the 7th edition of their annual flagship event - India Smart Utility Week (ISUW 2021) from 02...

“Budget focuses on reviving the economy” With its extensive focus on infrastructure and healthcare, the Budget FY21-22 clearly focuses on reviving the economy. The key pillars such as health and wellbeing, capital and infrastructure, inclusive development, enhancing human capital, innovation and R&D and minimum government and maximum governance rightly identifies the core areas for sustained growth and provides considerable thrust towards an Atmanirbhar Bharat. The emphasis on further expanding the...

Investment in Infrastructure, Railway and Discoms will boost Electrical Equipment Industry: IEEMA Indian Electrical and Electronics Manufacturers Association (IEEMA) welcomed the Union Budget announced by the Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, as a “balanced budget”. Reacting on the budget Anil Saboo, President – IEEMA, said, “A figure of Rs. 3.05 Lakh Crore will be invested in Discoms for improvement of feeder separation, prepaid Smart Metering and upgradation of systems. This investment...

“Budget left non-utility solar players to fend for themselves” The FY 2021-22 budget has left the non-utility solar players to fend for themselves. Adding to the misery is the capped net metering of 10KW, which is likely to impact 70% of the rooftop solar business, the Government’s stance to raise import duties on solar inverters will further discourage potential investment in the solar development segment, and adversely affect employment. Similarly,...

Union Budget 2021 LIVE Updates Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is presenting the Union Budget 2021. Here are the key highlights: #Budget2021 proposals rest on six pillars Health and Well-Being Physical and Financial capital and infrastructure Inclusive Development for Aspirational India Reinvigorating Human Capital Innovation and R&D Minimum Govt., Maximum Governance LIVE Updates: Time 11.52 New Centrally Sponsored Scheme #PMAatmanirbharSwasthBharatYojana to be launched, outlay of Rs 64,180 crore over 6 years LIVE Updates: Time 11.55 Jal...

Budget 2021 expectations I pre-budget report on mojo4industry Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is all set to present the Union Budget 2021-22 on 1 February which promises to be 'Like Never Before' as the Modi government looks to give a further boost to Indian economy. Here’s what Industry experts expect from Union Budget. Speakers • Mr. Dinesh Aggarwal, Joint MD, Panasonic Life Solutions India • Mr. Rajiv Nath, Forum Coordinator, Association of Indian Medical...

Maharashtra to promote renewable energy generation: Dr Nitin Raut The Mahavikas Aghadi Government is committed to generate 40 per cent of its energy from renewable sources by 2030 by encouraging the public private partnership, said Dr Nitin Raut on Thursday while delivering a key note address at a webinar organised by Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industries. Dr Raut said production of Solar Energy compared to the conventional energy...

Vikram Solar commissions 140 MW solar project for NTPC in UP Vikram Solar, one of India’s leading module manufacturers and a comprehensive EPC solutions & rooftop solar provider, announced the completion of a 140 MW solar plant project commissioned for National Thermal Power Corporation Limited (NTPC) at Bilhaur, Kanpur spread across 700 acres. The 140 MW solar project also includes a 33/132 KV switchyard. The expected energy yield of this...