** Shares of NLC India NLCI.NS rise 2.5% to 223.21 rupees
** Power generation co's unit signs power purchase agreement with Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam for its upcoming 810 MW solar power project at Pugal solar park in Rajasthan state
** Solar project expected to generate approximately 2 bln units of power per year
** Also, co signs memorandum of understanding with IREL (India) to develop assets of critical mineral, including rare earth elements, by acquiring assets and sourcing raw materials domestically or internationally
** Stock set to snap five-session losing streak
** NLCI down ~10% YTD
(Reporting by Vijay Malkar)
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