Torrent Power Ltd. is reportedly in discussions to acquire Larsen & Toubro Ltd.’s thermal business unit for approximately $1 billion, including debt. L&T aims to reduce its debt by divesting the unit and concentrating on its core engineering and construction operations. While talks are ongoing, the deal’s details could change, and other potential bidders may…
A US nuclear industry delegation is set to visit India next week. They will explore cooperation in India’s civil nuclear sector. This follows New Delhi opening the sector to private players. New legislation has eased previous liability concerns for global companies. The delegation will meet with Indian officials and private sector leaders.
U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday said the U.S. Navy would begin a blockade of ships linked to Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz after ceasefire talks with Iran in Pakistan failed. The U.S. Central Command said the blockade would start Monday but still allow vessels not heading to Iranian ports to pass through…
India’s move into nuclear power generation is sparking demand for expert guidance. Private sector companies entering this field need technical and policy support. An independent body is proposed to assist new players with design, engineering, and operational strategies. This will help manage the growing interest in nuclear energy, especially for indigenous reactor technologies.
U.S. and Iran’s efforts to end their conflict stall amid renewed clashes in the Gulf. A U.S. intelligence assessment suggests Iran can withstand a naval blockade for months, while Tehran accuses Washington of breaching a ceasefire. The U.S. also imposed new sanctions on individuals and companies aiding Iran’s military.
India is boosting electricity supply for summer. Maintenance shutdowns at thermal power plants are postponed. This adds 10,000 MW of power. Imported coal plants are running at full capacity. Coal stocks are maintained. India’s electricity system remains strong. Installed capacity exceeds 531 GW. Over 22,000 MW will be added in three months.
India is a power-surplus nation but needs energy storage. Pumped storage projects will store excess green power. This will meet electricity needs when the sun is not shining. Floating solar projects can reduce reservoir evaporation. Many projects are under construction and in planning. The country has significant potential for these storage systems.
Work on the natural gas pipeline connecting Tripura and Mizoram is progressing well. Officials report 45 percent completion. The 119.5-km project is slated for completion by December 2027. This initiative will bring affordable gas to Mizoram for domestic, commercial, and industrial use.
Ukraine’s drone strikes on key Russian oil ports — Primorsk, Ust-Luga and Novorossiysk — are threatening India’s crude supply chain, with the International Energy Agency warning of potential disruptions to refining operations. With about 80% of India’s Russian imports routed through these hubs, any prolonged outage could tighten feedstock availability, even as reliance on discounted…
City gas companies are shifting focus to domestic gas and accelerating pipeline construction due to supply disruptions from the Iran war. Tight LPG supply has led to a surge in piped natural gas connections. Companies are hiring more workers and investing heavily in infrastructure. Government support is also increasing, speeding up project approvals and execution…