Marking its 26th anniversary, Best Power Equipments (India) Private Limited (BPE), a leading smart power and energy solutions company, has unveiled an ambitious roadmap to achieve ₹700 crore in group revenue by FY’28. As part of its growth strategy, the company virtually inaugurated a new 4,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility in Greater Noida, taking its total manufacturing footprint to approximately 1,50,000 sq. ft. across six facilities. The virtual inauguration was performed by Shri Sunil Kumar Sharma, Hon’ble Cabinet Minister, Ministry of IT & Electronics, Government of Uttar Pradesh, who also congratulated BPE on its expansion under the ‘Make in India’…
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SJVN Limited has issued a Request for Selection (RfS) inviting bids from eligible developers for the establishment of a 265 MW/530 MWh Standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Haryana under the Viability Gap Funding (VGF) scheme. The tender has been floated through tariff-based competitive bidding and aims to strengthen Haryana’s power infrastructure by deploying utility-scale battery energy storage systems capable of improving grid stability, integrating renewable energy and supporting reliable power supply. The project comprises 250 MW/500 MWh of battery storage supported under the Ministry of Power’s Power System Development Fund (PSDF)-backed VGF Scheme and an additional 15…
ARC Informatique has announced the launch of PcVue 17, the latest version of its SCADA and Building Management System (BMS) platform, introducing new capabilities designed to help organizations improve energy efficiency, streamline industrial operations and strengthen cybersecurity for critical infrastructure. The new release focuses on three major priorities for today’s industrial and building environments, optimizing energy usage, improving operational performance and ensuring cyber resilience. By combining intelligent automation with real-time data management, PcVue 17 is designed to support organizations as they navigate increasingly complex operational challenges. Driving Energy Flexibility One of the highlights of PcVue 17 is its enhanced approach…
Paras Semiconductor, the semiconductor business of Paras Defence & Space Technologies Ltd. has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Madhya Pradesh to establish a proposed advanced Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) facility in the state. The project involves a proposed investment of ₹6,200 crores and is expected to play an important role in strengthening India’s semiconductor manufacturing capabilities. Under the agreement, the Government of Madhya Pradesh has allotted approximately 50 acres of land along the Ujjain-Indore Corridor for the proposed facility. The project is expected to support India’s growing semiconductor ecosystem by enhancing advanced packaging…
Hindware Italian Collection unveiled its 2026 Ceramic Tiles Collection in Morbi, Gujarat, introducing an extensive range of new designs and finishes across ceramic wall tiles and elevation tiles. As part of the launch, the Company also inaugurated its new Experience Centre, reinforcing its commitment to delivering an immersive product discovery experience for customers, architects, designers and channel partners. The Experience Center was inaugurated by Mr. Nirupam Sahay, CEO, Hindware Limited, Mr. Pankaj Mediratta, Business Head, Hindware Tiles, and Ms. Arunima Yadav, Chief Marketing Officer Bath & Tiles, in the presence of over 90 channel partners from across the country. Drawing…
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly reshaping the water and wastewater sector, moving utilities beyond conventional automation toward intelligent, data-driven operations. In this opinion piece, the author explores how AI, predictive analytics, digital twins, and autonomous technologies are transforming plant performance and why embracing these innovations will be essential for the future of sustainable water management. Artificial Intelligence in water treatment refers to the use of machine learning, predictive analytics, intelligent automation, and advanced data analytics to optimize treatment processes, predict equipment failures, improve water quality, reduce energy consumption, and support faster operational decision-making. Unlike traditional automation, AI continuously learns from operational…
GAIL (India) Ltd. has invited Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) bids for developing a 600 MW ground-mounted solar power project integrated with a 275 MW/550 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at the TUSCO Solar Park in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, marking the transition of one of GAIL’s largest renewable energy projects from planning to execution. The EPC tender follows GAIL’s decision earlier this year to develop the project after signing agreements with TUSCO Ltd. in April 2026. The company had announced that the project would primarily meet the captive electricity requirements of its Pata Petrochemical Complex in Auraiya district, while…
Nearly three decades after Rajasthan was allocated a share of Yamuna waters under the 1994 Memorandum of Understanding on the sharing of utilizable surface waters of the Upper Yamuna Basin, the state has moved a step closer to utilizing that allocation. The implementation agreement signed between Rajasthan and Haryana on June 29, 2026 paves the way for the long-awaited Yamuna Water Project, which aims to improve drinking water access across the water-scarce Shekhawati region. The agreement was signed in New Delhi in the presence of Hon’ble Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, Rajasthan Chief Minister Shri Bhajan Lal Sharma, Haryana…
Bondada Engineering Limited has achieved another important milestone in its renewable energy journey after receiving the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) Approval for Energization of the 300 MW grid-connected Solar Power Project at Khavda, Gujarat. The project is being executed on an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) basis for NLC India Renewables Limited. The approval enables the project to move towards energization and represents a significant step in the execution of one of the company’s major utility-scale solar EPC projects. It also highlights Bondada Engineering’s growing expertise in delivering large-scale renewable energy infrastructure for leading Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs). Key…
Karnataka has taken another significant step towards strengthening its position in India’s semiconductor and advanced electronics landscape, with the state’s 200-acre Semiconductor Park at KWIN City expected to become operational by December 2026. The announcement was made by Honorable Minister, Large and Medium Industries, Government of Karnataka, Shri M.B. Patil during the inaugural session of the 15th Strategic Electronics Summit 2026, organized by the Electronic Industries Association of India (ELCINA) at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) in Bengaluru. The Hon’ble Minister stated that Karnataka’s semiconductor ecosystem continues to gain momentum, supported by an approved investment pipeline of ₹23,000 crores…
Solar Manufacturing continues to evolve in India as companies focus not only on expanding production capacity but also on improving the materials that determine the long-term performance and reliability of photovoltaic (PV) modules. Reflecting this shift, RenewSys India Pvt. Ltd. hosted the second edition of Anusandhan 2026 – India’s PV Encapsulants & Backsheets Technology Conclave on 17th July in New Delhi, bringing together industry leaders to discuss the future of solar manufacturing and unveil new material innovations. Held at Crowne Plaza, Mayur Vihar, the conclave attracted leading solar module manufacturers, EPC companies, technology experts and other stakeholders from across the…
Semiconductor testing is rapidly evolving as Artificial Intelligence (AI) transforms the way modern chips are designed, validated and manufactured. Demonstrating its expertise in this fast-changing landscape, Caliber Interconnects showcased its latest AI-driven semiconductor testing capabilities at IEEE International Test Conference (ITC) India 2026 through a comprehensive technical programme that included a keynote address, tutorial, IEEE paper presentations, poster sessions, an industry showcase and participation in expert panel discussions. One of the highlights of the company’s participation was the keynote address delivered by Senthilkumar Dhamodharan, Vice President – Testing, Caliber Interconnects, titled “From Silicon Complexity to AI Revolution – India’s Silicon…