CERC REGULATIONS
India revokes grid access for 17 GW of clean energy projects, says source
India has cancelled grid access for 17 GW of delayed clean energy projects, prioritizing operational and near-completion projects amidst surging power demand. This action, impacting companies like Adani Green and ReNew Power, aims to streamline grid rules and ensure uninterrupted electricity supply. The country is striving to achieve its ambitious 500 GW non-fossil fuel target by 2030.
70-80% of India's mobile data consumed indoors: TRAI chief
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India is pushing for better indoor mobile connectivity. Most data is used indoors, but coverage is lacking. TRAI introduced a star-rating system for properties based on digital readiness. Eight agencies are already rating buildings. This initiative aims to integrate digital infrastructure into core planning. Regulators from various sectors discussed this at a recent forum.
India’s power market heads for structural reset; IEX, futures to realign
The nearly 30% plunge in Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) shares followed CERC’s move to implement market coupling by January 2026. This aims to unify electricity price discovery across India’s three power exchanges, disrupting IEX’s dominance.
IEX shares slide 9% as Jefferies sees stock falling to Rs 105 on market coupling risks
Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) shares plummeted after Jefferies slashed its target price, citing concerns over market coupling. This regulatory change threatens IEX's dominance and pricing power, potentially eroding its market share in the DAM and RTM segments. Brokerages like Nuvama and Elara Capital also flagged significant pressure on IEX.
Understand 'Market Coupling Approved' before reacting to IEX stock price movement and making any decision
Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) suffered a dramatic stock plunge after regulators approved “market coupling” for electricity trading. This move consolidates bids from multiple power exchanges into a single clearing algorithm, aiming to align price discovery with the physical constraints of the grid. IEX, long dominant in the spot power trade, risks losing its key advantage: Liquidity-driven price discovery. While coupling promises efficiency and fairness, it threatens IEX’s dominance unless it pivots to value-added services. Or risk being disrupted by the very system it once dominated. So, if you think market coupling is a practice which only India has implemented, the answer is no. It is just the start, not the end.
IEX shares rebound 13% after record plunge; stock stays in F&O ban. What should investors do?
IEX shares: The sell-off led to a surge in trading activity, with 12.77 crore shares worth ₹1,740 crore changing hands—exceeding the total volume of all 16 previous July sessions combined. Notably, 43.75% of the shares traded on the NSE were marked for delivery, signaling significant investor churn.
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IEX loss is PTC India's gain. Here's how power market coupling impacts shareholders
PTC India shares jumped as CERC’s approval of market coupling is seen benefiting its Hindustan Power Exchange stake, while IEX tumbled on fears of losing pricing dominance. The new regime will centralise power price discovery, potentially reshaping India’s electricity trading landscape and impacting shareholder value.
IEX shares in the F&O ban list today. Here's what it means
Indian Energy Exchange shares faced restrictions. This happened after open interest crossed a limit. The National Stock Exchange imposed the ban. A regulatory order on power market coupling caused a sell-off. The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission approved market coupling. This decision impacts IEX's dominant market position. Investors are concerned about revenue and profitability. The F&O ban limits speculative trading.
SC upholds GST exemption for electricity regulators, dismisses govt's plea
In a significant win for regulatory bodies, the Supreme Court has upheld the Delhi High Court's decision, exempting the fees collected by the CERC and DERC from GST. This ruling dismisses demands for an 18% tax on regulatory fees, affirming that these bodies perform quasi-judicial functions, not support services.
High margin requirements will discourage undue speculation in electricity futures: Sebi Chief Pandey
A high initial-margin requirement will discourage "undue speculation" in the newly-launched electricity futures segment, Sebi chief Tuhin Kanta Pandey said on Friday.
SC upholds Himachal's demand for 18% free electricity from JSW Hydro Energy’s Karcham Wangtoo plant
The Supreme Court has sided with the Himachal Pradesh government, mandating JSW Hydro Energy to supply 18% free electricity from its Karcham Wangtoo plant. This decision overturns a High Court order that had limited the free supply to 13%, reinforcing contractual obligations over regulatory caps.
Need to establish weather station at wind, solar plants of 50 MW: CEA
To improve grid reliability and the efficiency of green energy projects, the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has proposed installing automatic weather stations at wind and solar plants of 50 MW or above. These stations will measure critical meteorological parameters, optimizing renewable energy generation and enhancing overall predictability, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Guidelines have been issued for installation and data collection.
India proposes virtual power agreements to boost renewable energy trading in power markets
India's power market regulator on Tuesday proposed amending its electricity trading rules to introduce Virtual Power Purchase Agreement (VPPA), a new financial instrument aimed at helping consumers meet renewable energy obligations and trade power.
Power exchanges asked to explain T+1 contracts
The regulator initiated suo motu action as the power exchanges started T+1 contracts, which enable settlement in 24 hours, without permission. The states alleged that the power exchanges enabled sellers to move to the uncapped term-ahead market, a bilateral market, said people aware of the matter.
SC settles 10-year long CERC, SEBI dispute; paves way for power derivatives, futures
Electricity can now be traded as other commodities with forward contracts and derivatives on exchanges.
Govt invokes special powers that allow renewable companies to sell projects won in auctions along with transmission access
The Union Power Ministry has invoked special dispensation available under section 107 of the Electricity Act to allow transfer of attached transmission connectivity to the buying firm, sources said.
CERC voices concerns on jurisdiction overlap; says MoP's draft rules on late fee not tenable
The development comes in the backdrop of divided views in the industry on government intervention in regulatory matters. Sections of the industry have supported checks proposed by the government on electricity commissions to de-politicise the sector, but some are concerned that this may hurt the independence of regulators.
Piyush Goyal lauds CERC's role in power sector; stresses on need to keep power affordable
Lauding CERC's role in the rise of power sector, Union Minister Piyush Goyal today stressed the need for keeping electricity affordable.
CERC to start work soon on framing new power tariff norms
CERC will soon start studying various sectoral aspects, including current trends and challenges, to decide on power tariff norms for the 2014-19 period.
Power users to gain as SC rejects stay on HC order
Supreme Court refused to grant a stay on Calcutta High Court order that bars the electricity regulator from fixing provisional tariffs for new power units.
Government seeks applications for CERC chief post
"The post of chairperson, CERC will fall vacant on June 9, 2013. It is proposed to fill up the anticipated vacancy," the Power Ministry said.
CCI, CERC differ over anti-competition norms in power sector
Differences have cropped up b/w the CERC and the Competition Commission over keeping a tab on anti-competitive practices in the domestic power sector.
CERC to appoint consultant to assess regulatory impact
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) plans to engage a consultant to assess the overall impact of its tariff regulations on the power sector.
Power futures: HC puts ball in govt’s court
No exchange can launch futures contracts or term-ahead contracts beyond eleven days in electricity until the government frames appropriate legislation in this regard.
HC to decide fate of power futures trading
The court held a chamber meeting late last month in order to ascertain the “correct position” of the government before it proceeded further.
Tariffs may go down, as CERC implements new transmission norms
Power regulator CERC on Wednesday unveiled new norms for inter-state transmission of power, based on the distance and direction of electricity, which would result in lowering of tariffs in the long term.
HC to hear FMC-CERC dispute over electricity futures jurisdiction
The department of legal affairs in a note last year had said that the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) appears to have “erroneously” assumed jurisdiction in dealing with the matter of regulating electricity futures.
CERC to regulate power futures trading in MCX
Power futures trading in Multi Commodity Exchange may well be regulated by electricity regulator CERC as well, which plans to come out with new guidelines for the power market in the next 6-7 months.
Power trading can be controlled by two regulators: FMC
Ahead of the hearing of PXIL's petition on electricity futures, the commodity market regulator, FMC, has said that the spot and futures trading of electricity can be controlled by two different regulators.
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