Power Sector

Power sector: Antique picks NTPC, Adani Power, ACME Solar; here's why

Antique said that it prefers companies with exposure to firm power generation and transmission-linked opportunities. It has maintained a 'Buy' rating on NTPC, Adani Power, and ACME Solar.

Haryana govt boosts power sector with ₹913 crore infrastructure expansion

In a boost to Haryana's power sector reforms, the Distribution Reforms Committee (DRC) chaired by State Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi has approved additional power infrastructure works worth Rs 912.70 crore under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS). This paves the way for major upgrades in the state's electricity distribution network. The committee also approved forwarding the proposal to the Power Finance Corporation (PFC) and the Ministry of Power for consideration and approval by the Monitoring Committee under RDSS, according to an official statement. The decision comes at a time when Haryana's power distribution companies have emerged among the country's best-performing utilities, recording substantial reductions in line losses and significant improvements in operational efficiency, it said. During the meeting on Friday, the chief secretary reviewed the progress of RDSS projects being implemented by Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Ltd (DHBVNL) and Uttar Haryana ..

Macquarie sees power upcycle; prefers NTPC, JSW Energy amid demand boom

he brokerage has picked NTPC as its top bet in the sector, followed by JSW Energy and Power Grid, while Adani Green, Adani Power, and Adani Energy Solutions are placed lower in its pecking order

Strong order inflows boost BHEL outlook, but execution remains the key risk

A robust order pipeline and long-term power-sector expansion support BHEL's growth outlook, but sustained margin gains and timely execution remain critical

India's tougher grid rules unsettle investors, test clean energy ambitions

Industry groups estimate the tougher regime could cut revenue by about 11 per cent for solar projects and as much as 48 per cent for wind farms

V Packirisamy appointed PFC Director (Commercial), effective June 2

The government has appointed V Packirisamy as Director (Commercial) at Power Finance Corporation Limited (PFC), effective June 2, a statement said on Tuesday. He was serving as Executive Director, Entity Appraisal & IT, PFC, the company said in an exchange filing. Packirisamy brings over three decades of extensive experience in the power sector and infrastructure finance. He holds a BE (Mechanical) and an MTech (Management and Systems) from IIT Delhi. The official began his professional career in 1989 and joined PFC in 1997. Over the years, he played a pivotal role in expanding the organisation's operations and strengthening its appraisal and risk management frameworks, significantly contributing to the growth of PFC's loan portfolio. He has been instrumental in several key institutional initiatives, including the development of methodologies for categorising state generation and transmission utilities, formulation of the Integrated Rating Framework for Power Distribution ...

Power demand hits all-time high in May amid intense heatwave conditions

India's power consumption grew 11.55 per cent year-on-year to 164.98 billion units (BU) in May, as heat wave conditions across the country pushed usage of cooling appliances like air conditioners and desert coolers, according to official data. The country's total power consumption was 147.89 BU in May 2025. The peak power demand jumped to an all-time record high of 270.82 GW last month from 230.99 GW recorded in May 2025 amid heat wave conditions. The peak power demand touched an all-time record high for four days in a row in May this year. The peak power demand was at a record high of 257.37 GW on May 18, 260.45 GW on May 19, 265.44 GW on May 20 and 270.82 GW on May 21. The peak power demand was at a record high of 256.11 GW on April 25. Earlier, the peak power demand had touched an all-time high of about 250 GW in May 2024. According to the power ministry, peak power demand was projected to hit 270 GW in the summer of 2026. Last summer, the peak power demand was 242.77 GW, r

Smart meter rollout to start in West Bengal from July, says Manohar Lal

Power minister Manohar Lal says the phased programme will cover nearly two crore consumers, with smart meters first being installed in government offices and campuses

Indian power firms boost gas purchases to meet night-time cooling demand

Large swathes of India have suffered from blistering heat waves this summer, with sweltering temperatures around-the-clock pushing peak electricity demand to new highs

Power stocks surge on strong order books, demand outlook and earnings

Shares of power companies surged as investors cheered strong order books, renewable energy demand and robust earnings visibility across the sector

Power index hits new high, zooms 24% in 2 mths; BHEL, CG Power at new peaks

Siemens Energy, CG Power and Industrial Solutions, GE Vernova T&D India, Thermax, ABB India, Hitachi Energy India, Siemens and Adani Green Energy were up in the range of 4-8% in Wednesday's trade.

CIL allays coal crisis fears, says 168 mt buffer available to meet demand

Coal India said current coal inventories across power plants, mine heads and transit points are sufficient to meet rising summer electricity demand without supply disruptions

India's carbon market gathers pace as export markets raise cost of business

India's carbon market framework is moving towards implementation under the CCTS, but experts warn that verification gaps, weak penalties and limited sectoral coverage remain major concerns

NHPC raises ₹2k crore at tight coupon of 7.67% through 15-year bonds

The state-run power company attracted bids worth Rs 8,700 crore for its 15-year bond issue amid strong demand for top-rated long-duration debt instruments

Delhi records highest-ever May peak power demand of 8,439 MW: SLDC data

Delhi's electricity demand crossed 8 GW for the fourth time in six days as soaring temperatures pushed peak power consumption to a record May high

Will fixed-charge reform fix discom losses, or only repackage them?

The CEA wants a new fixed-charge framework to help discoms recover costs, but experts say tariff redesign cannot replace operational and regulatory reforms

India's peak power demand hits record 265 GW amid heatwave conditions

The country's peak electricity demand touched a fresh record for the third straight day as severe heatwave conditions continued across several regions

Power stocks in demand; Hitachi, Siemens Energy, GE Vernova soar up to 9%

The T&D value chain, particularly segments focused on high voltage transformers, continues to benefit from a robust capex outlay, say analysts at Motilal Oswal.

Tighter DSM rules for grid stability raise concerns over RE viability

India's tighter DSM rules aim to improve grid discipline amid rising renewable energy penetration, but industry experts say wider reforms are needed to balance stability and project viability

Motilal Oswal sector of the week: Power; Acme Solar, JSW Energy top bets

While valuations across several utilities have rerated sharply and now trade above historical averages, the sector's structural growth drivers continue to support a favourable long-term outlook