Tamil Nadu state highways to be made four lane in next 10 years

Welspun New Energy signs MoU with Odisha for Rs 135 Bn clean energy

Welspun New Energy has entered into an agreement with the Government of Odisha to invest Rs 135 billion in developing two large-scale renewable energy projects. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was formalised during the Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, with the presence of Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. This initiative involves the establishment of a 1,200 MW pumped hydro storage project and a 1,000 MW floating solar power project, aiming to enhance energy storage capabilities and ensure a stable supply of clean energy in the state. This investment is part of India’s broader st..

NTPC to Power Indian Army with Green Energy from Ladakh Microgrid

NTPC has signed a long-term power purchase agreement (PPA) with the Indian Army to supply 200 kilowatts (kW) of round-the-clock renewable energy from its solar-hydrogen-based microgrid in Ladakh. The agreement, effective for 25 years, ensures a continuous supply of clean energy to the Army at Chushul, a strategic location in Ladakh. This initiative is part of NTPC's commitment to advancing renewable energy solutions while supporting energy security in remote areas. The microgrid, which integrates solar power with hydrogen-based energy storage, is designed to replace the Army's conventional di..

TN to Add 11,191 MW in Thermal, Renewable, and Atomic Power by 2026

Tamil Nadu is set to enhance its power generation capacity by 11,191 MW over the next two years through thermal, renewable, and nuclear energy sources. The state's total installed power capacity currently stands at 41,741 MW. As part of this expansion, 3,440 MW of thermal power capacity will be commissioned, along with 500 MW from Pumped Storage Plants. Additionally, 2,500 MW of nuclear power capacity will be added in the central sector, with Tamil Nadu receiving an allocation of 1,251.8 MW. The renewable energy sector is also expected to witness significant growth, with around 6,900 MW proj..