CEA

PGCIL emerges L1 for mega HVDC scheme in Rajasthan

Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (PGCIL) has emerged L1 for a major interstate transmission system (ISTS) scheme, involving extensive use of HVDC technology. In an investor presentation discussing the company’s performance in Q1FY25, PGCIL said Read more

Union Budget provides new thinking on conventional power systems

The Union Budget 2024 has provided new thinking on conventional power generation systems like thermal, hydropower and nuclear power. T&D India takes a closer look. Apart from retaining its sharp focus on renewable energy, particular solar power, this year’s Read more

MPPTCL

Substation capacity addition in Q1FY25 meets just one-third of target

The substation capacity addition in Q1 (April to June) of FY25 has met only one third of the target, according to latest statistics released by Central Electricity Authority (CEA). In Q1FY25, a total of 10,260 MVA Read more

CEA to add new chapter in transmission manual, seeks public comments

Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has proposed to introduce a new chapter to the “Manual on Transmission Planning Criteria, 2023” and is seeking public comments and suggestions to this effect. Through a communication dated July 18, 2024, CEA has sought Read more

Zero line addition to ISTS network in Q1FY25

The first quarter of the current fiscal year (Q1FY25) has seen no transmission line addition to the interstate transmission system (ISTS) network. According to latest statistics released by Central Electricity Authority (CEA), during Read more

Over 4,000 ckm of lines added by ISTS-TBCB schemes in FY24

Interstate transmission system (ISTS) schemes awarded under the tariff-based competitive bidding (TBCB) route have helped in adding over 4,000 ckm of new transmission lines in FY24, a study by T&D India based on official statistics Read more

Copper CC Rods | T&D India

CEA issues advisory for mandatory use of primary-grade copper

Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has issued an advisory to power T&D licensees to insist on primary-grade copper, in their procurement process. The advisory states that power transmission and distribution licensees shall specify suitable clauses in their tenders that only Read more

Dismal performance on transmission line addition front

Transmission line addition in the first two months of the current fiscal year has fallen significantly short of target. According to statistics newly released by Central Electricity Authority ( Read more

RR Kabel launches “Firex LS0H-EBXL”

    RR Kabel Ltd has announced the launch of the Firex LS0H-EBXL, a revolutionary innovation in house wire solutions. Engineered with cutting-edge technology and a commitment to safety, the Firex LS0H-EBXL sets a new standard for electrical wiring in Read more

Draft specifications for transformer fire-prevention systems released

    Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has released draft generic technical specifications of “Nitrogen Injection Fire Prevention and Extinguishing System (NIFPES)” associated with transformers and reactors. CEA is now seeking comments from stakeholders and the public for Read more