The short-term power market is up for an eventful journey in FY18-FY20, says India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra). However, the market is inhibited by impediments such as transmission constraints, opaque processes on open access within most states and steep cross-subsidy charges. A power supply-demand mismatch and a hiatus in long-term power purchase by states provide immense opportunities to the merchant market.
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Indian Private Equity takes off!
Private Equity (PE) in India is still in its nascent stage, accounting for roughly 1 per cent of GDP.
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Modified Coal Linkage Policy could be a game-changer | Angel Broking
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Solar energy: 100 GW Target
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E-auction portal for PPAs
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We want to focus on doing the largest transactions
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Sunshine in the Solar Sector
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NTPC inks PPA for solar project in AP
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Govt invokes Electricity Act
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NTPC mulls buying eight power plants
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