Categories: Agreements

Coal India tie-up with NLC to develop solar and thermal power assets

Government-owned mining majors NLC India Ltd and Coal India Ltd have formed a joint venture to develop solar and thermal power assets to the tune of 5,000 megawatts of power. Both companies will hold equal 50:50 equity in the joint venture company.

Boost your Banking Awareness Knowledge with Adda247 Live Batch: TARGET GA BATCH | Banking Awareness Batch for SBI, RRB, RBI and IBPS Exams

Its projected capital expenditure up to the year 2025 is ₹1.28 lakh crore with a debt-equity ratio of 70:30. Coal India is the single largest coal producer worldwide and operates through 83 mining areas spread over eight states in India. It produces 607 million tonnes of coal annually. NLC India Limited is a ‘Navratna’ government of India company in the fossil fuel mining sector in India and thermal power generation.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • Headquarter of Coal India: Kolkata, West Bengal.
  • Pramod Agrawal is the chairman and managing director of Coal India Ltd.

Find More News Related to Agreements

Sumit Arora

As a team lead and current affairs writer at Adda247, I am responsible for researching and producing engaging, informative content designed to assist candidates in preparing for national and state-level competitive government exams. I specialize in crafting insightful articles that keep aspirants updated on the latest trends and developments in current affairs. With a strong emphasis on educational excellence, my goal is to equip readers with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in their exams. Through well-researched and thoughtfully written content, I strive to guide and support candidates on their journey to success.

Recent Posts

Naseem Al Bahr 2026: Indian Navy and Royal Navy of Oman Conduct 15th Edition of Maritime Exercise

The 15th edition of the bilateral maritime exercise between the Indian Navy and the Royal…

32 minutes ago

IMNEX-26: 8th India-Myanmar Naval Exercise Begins at Visakhapatnam

The 8th edition of the India–Myanmar Naval Exercise (IMNEX-26) is conducted at the Visakhapatnam from…

57 minutes ago

Sea Vigil-26: Indian Navy to Coordinate 5th Pan-India Coastal Defence Exercise

The Indian Navy is organizing the 5th edition of the Pan-India Coastal Defence Exercise, called…

1 hour ago

Net Direct Tax Collections Rise 11.8% to ₹14.42 Lakh Crore in FY 2026–27

India's net direct tax collection rise by 11.76 percent to INR 14.42 lakh crore by…

2 hours ago

World Pneumonia Day 2026: Date, Theme, History and Significance

World Pneumonia Day takes place every year on 12th November. In 2026 it will take…

3 hours ago

Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum: ₹3,230 Crore Project Approved at North and South Block, New Delhi

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), which is headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi,…

3 hours ago