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The Western Regional Power Committee revised its DSM statement for 6-12 July after Goa Load Despatch Centre identified missing schedules for five renewable generators caused by a synchronisation issue between the REMC and WBES scheduling systems. Following the correction, Goa's net deviation charge fell by Rs 1.74 crore, while MSEB's increased by Rs 1.55 crore. The updated settlement covered 129 entities, demonstrating how scheduling database accuracy directly affects commercial settlements across the regional power market.

The incident highlights the critical role of dependable scheduling platforms in maintaining transparent electricity market operations.

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PSPCL and PSTCL have declared the 21-26 July mass leave period as dies non, while acknowledging that the industrial action affected electricity supply to consumers. Grid outage records also show Ropar Unit-3 (210 MW) remaining offline after its coal bunker emptied because of manpower shortages during the strike. The utilities had invoked Section 22(1) of the Industrial Disputes Act, warning of disciplinary action before issuing the dies non order. Administrative actions, including promotion reviews and staff transfers, followed immediately after the strike period.

The episode illustrates how workforce disruptions can directly affect power generation and utility operations.

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WBSEDCL has issued a Rs 392 crore e-tender for the manufacture and supply of 8-metre and 9-metre PCC poles under a two-year rate contract to support its distribution network expansion. The procurement is open only to genuine manufacturers, with bids accepted from 30 July to 20 August 2026 and technical bids scheduled to open on 24 August. The contract includes a price variation mechanism, Rs 6 lakh EMD, and 10% security deposit provisions while maintaining the original commercial framework through the pre-bid corrigendum.

The tender reflects the growing use of long-term rate contracts to strengthen procurement continuity for utility infrastructure projects.

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DERC has introduced an automatic Power Purchase Cost Adjustment mechanism, replacing the earlier system that required quarterly regulatory approval. As part of the transition, the Commission disposed of pending PPCA petitions submitted by Delhi's distribution companies for the second half of FY2025-26.

The first calculation under the revised framework produced surcharge levels above the previous 10% cap, with 25.07% for BSES Rajdhani, 19.91% for BSES Yamuna and 12.21% for Tata Power-DDL. The Commission approved recoveries of 17.94%, 17.43% and 12.21% respectively through phased implementation.

The latest regulatory reform highlights evolving tariff mechanisms in Power distribution India, improving cost pass-through while enhancing transparency. EnergylineIndia.com delivers trusted Indian Power news and Electricity tariff coverage.

A major cable procurement by Purvanchal Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited demonstrates how Power distribution India is moving beyond price-led purchasing. The Rs 128.59 crore tender requires high-quality XLPE armoured aluminium cables with strict compliance to Indian Standards, factory inspection, raw-material traceability and detailed technical documentation.

Out of 23 participating bidders, only nine cleared technical evaluation, indicating that manufacturing capability and quality systems now play a decisive role in utility procurement. Suppliers must also meet fixed construction standards while managing raw-material price volatility during the one-year execution period.

The procurement highlights increasing focus on network reliability, reduced failures and improved governance in power distribution projects. EnergylineIndia.com provides verified Indian Power news and trusted Power sector news covering major infrastructure procurements.

A revealing Indian Power news update shows that APSPDCL’s Q1 FY26 filings expose a DISCOM functioning on subsidy expectations rather than cash. The company reported a Rs1,128.78-crore quarterly loss, with power-purchase costs of Rs4,655 crore and borrowings exceeding Rs38,000 crore — figures that drain liquidity and confidence alike.

Receivables have crossed Rs11,700 crore, while Rs1,767 crore of agricultural subsidy remains booked without metering verification. Auditors have flagged unreconciled balances, missing provisions, and Rs5,110 crore parked in PD accounts without explanation.

Add legal disputes on CUF and GBI claims, and the result is a ledger sustained by

Assumptions. Even with AT&C losses improving to 15.53 %, cash generation has collapsed. This Indian Power news snapshot captures how governance gaps and fiscal opacity continue to haunt state-owned distribution utilities, Indian Power News, Electricity Distribution, Power Sector Analysis,Power Distribution India, Energy line India, DISCOM Finance.Read the full verified update on EnergylineIndia.com.

A centrally funded rural distribution upgrade initiative in Rajasthan’s Jodhpur region has attracted six EPC contenders, reflecting growing competition in electricity distribution India projects under the RDSS (Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme). Firms with zonal execution credentials such as Lumino and Laser Power are in the fray, joined by smaller regional players—underscoring widespread contractor interest in government-led DISCOM modernization. This bidding response illustrates how electricity distribution India efforts are entering a new phase of decentralised execution. The BoQ reveals an emphasis on AB cables, earthing mechanisms, and stay wire systems—critical components for improving safety and system reliability in rural zones, particularly where unmetered or tampered connections pose persistent technical losses. The project fits within the larger RDSS vision of enhancing the quality and resilience of India's rural distribution network. By targeting loss-prone feeders and implementing structured system upgrades, such tenders support the long-term goal of sustainable DISCOM viability. That six distinct players are contesting this tender reinforces the momentum behind electricity distribution India reform and the market’s appetite for turnkey projects backed by assured central funding. As India accelerates its push toward universal reliable power access, EPC players with regional grounding and grid experience are well-placed to capitalize on this wave of rural network strengthening. The broad participation in this bid signals not only increased trust in electricity distribution India opportunities but also the rising technical capabilities of contractors across tier-2 and tier-3 hubs, Electricity Distribution India, Power Distribution India, Electricity Supply India, Electricity Network India, Electric Infra India, Electric Utilities India, Energylineindia.