India’s electricity demand has grown steadily in recent years, driven by industrial expansion, rising commercial activity and extreme weather events. Consequently, the need for reliable standby power has increased across sectors where even short outages […]
India’s growing industrialisation, expanding digital economy and rising infrastructure investments are driving the demand for reliable and uninterrupted power. Manufacturing facilities, commercial establishments, healthcare institutions, data centres and critical infrastructure increasingly depend on continuous electricity […]
Testing and measurement play a crucial role in ensuring the reliable, efficient and safe operation of power generation facilities. These activities help verify whether generating stations and associated systems perform according to design specifications and […]
Smart meters form the foundation of modern smart grid applications by providing the data and information required for grid management and consumer services. Unlike conventional meters, smart meters support two-way communication, enabling consumers to receive […]
The rapid expansion of transmission and distribution networks, coupled with the growing deployment of underground cables and advanced conductors, has increased the need for robust testing and measurement practices. Cables and conductors are exposed to […]
Transformers are among the most critical assets in power systems, and their reliable operation is essential for ensuring uninterrupted electricity supply. Given their high capital cost and strategic importance, transformers undergo a series of testing […]
Electricity grid infrastructure requires robust management to maintain its stability, ensure reliability and avoid unforeseen disruptions. As power supply and demand continue to rise in India, the efficient operation of power systems becomes crucial. In […]
With renewable energy capacity expanding rapidly, power plants are increasingly using automation and digital tools to handle more complex operations and improve efficiency. Automation in the sector has progressed steadily, moving from basic mechanisation to […]
By Ashish Mamgain, Deputy General Manager, THDC India Limited The country’s hydropower development journey began in 1897 with the commissioning of the 130 kW Sidrapong hydroelectric plant in Darjeeling, regarded as India’s and Asia’s first […]
As thermal power plants (TPPs) operate under increasing pressure to improve efficiency, reliability and environmental compliance, automation is emerging as a key enabler of smarter plant operations. The integration of advanced technologies such as internet […]
By Pankaj Kumar Gupta, Chief General Manager (Energy Transition and Policy Research); K. Nagesh, General Manager (Station Engg); and Samir Sharma, Additional General Manager (Station Engg), NTPC Limited India stands at a pivotal point in […]
Hydropower renovation and modernisation (R&M) is crucial for India’s power sector, especially with the changing role of hydro in the power mix. Even though 12,723.50 MW of hydroelectric capacity was under construction as of January […]
The renovation and modernisation (R&M) of power plants has become a key focus area in India’s evolving power sector, particularly as the country seeks to balance rising electricity demand with cost efficiency and sustainability. Over […]
The session on “Resilient Global Energy Mix: Strengthening reliability, affordability and clean growth” featured a panel discussion among Gurdeep Singh, Chairman and Managing Director (MD), NTPC Limited; Burra Vamsi Rama Mohan, Director – Projects, Power […]
The strategic session on “Next-generation Transmission Infrastructure and Operations: Real-time optimisation, automation and system-strength management” brought together key sector leaders to deliberate upon the evolving grid requirements amid rising renewable integration and system complexity. Moderated […]
The BES 2026 session on “Building Intelligent Grid Systems: From smart metering and ADMS-DERMS platforms to next generation TSO-DSO co-ordination” was moderated by Satyendra Nath Kalita, Director, Regulatory Affairs, All India Discoms Association, and featured […]
The BES 2026 session titled, “Financing Global Power Transition: Converting ambition into bankable projects”, explored the critical shift from technological challenges to the urgent need for massive financial mobilisation and robust investment ecosystems in the […]
The BES 2026 session, titled “Electrification at Scale: Power trading systems and growth trajectories for a low-carbon future”, featured a panel comprising Sonam Tobjey, Chief Executive Officer, Bhutan Power Corporation Limited; Harish Saran, Managing Director […]
The BES 2026 session on “Meeting the Electricity Needs of the Global South: Key catalysts for cross-border collaboration, investment and innovation” featured remarks by Shri Manohar Lal, Minister of Power and Housing and Urban Affairs, […]
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