PM Modi Invites Swedish Firms to Expand Clean Energy Investments in India

PM Modi urged Swedish and European firms to invest in India’s clean energy, green hydrogen and advanced technology sectors.

Business | 18/05/2026 | By EI News Network

Govt Approves Over 1.3 Million Rooftop Solar Installations Under ULA Model

Government has approved over 13 lakh rooftop solar systems under ULA model to expand clean energy access for vulnerable households nationwide.

Policies & Regulations | 18/05/2026 | By EI News Network

India, Netherlands to Deepen Ties on Renewable Energy, Launch Five-Year Strategic Partnership Plan

During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Netherlands, India and the Netherlands elevated bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership with a five-year roadmap focused on renewable energy, green hydrogen, maritime sustainability and climate cooperation.

Business | 18/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Union Cabinet Approves INR 37,500 Cr Scheme to Promote Coal and Lignite Gasification Projects

The Union Cabinet has approved an INR 37,500 crore scheme to support surface coal and lignite gasification projects targeting 75 MT coal conversion capacity, with the aim of reducing import dependence and advancing India’s 100 MT coal gasification target by 2030.

Policies & Regulations | 14/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

TERI Releases SMR Deployment Report to Support India’s Nuclear Energy Transition

TERI’s report highlights Small Modular Reactors’ (SMRs) role in India’s energy security, clean power transition, industrial growth, and nuclear expansion plans.

Business | 13/05/2026 | By EI News Network

Engie Wins 200 MW Solar and 600 MWh Storage Project in SECI Auction

ENGIE has secured its first hybrid solar-plus-storage project in India, combining 200 MW solar with 600 MWh storage, reinforcing its clean energy portfolio and supporting grid stability and round-the-clock renewable power.

Business | 14/01/2026 | By News Bureau

Roofsol Energy Signs PPA with Nagarjuna Cement for 10.2 MWp Rooftop Solar Projects

Roofsol Energy has signed a 25-year PPA with Nagarjuna Cement for 10.2 MWp rooftop solar projects across the latter’s integrated cement manufacturing and grinding plants in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, strengthening its C&I clean energy portfolio.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 14/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

RECPDCL Hands Over 2 ISTS Project SPVs in Maharashtra to Ceigall India and Tata Power

REC Power Development and Consultancy has transferred two Maharashtra intra-state transmission SPVs to Ceigall India and Tata Power under the TBCB route, advancing critical grid infrastructure projects on a BOOT basis.

Smart Grid / T&D | 14/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Rajasthan Energy Department Signs MoU with Prayas to Strengthen Grid and Transmission Planning

Rajasthan has partnered with Pune-based Prayas (Energy Group) through a new MoU to strengthen grid management, SLDC capabilities and policy planning as renewable energy penetration in the state crosses 42 GW.

Business | 14/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

BillionE Mobility Secures USD 25 Million to Expand Electric Trucks

BillionE Mobility raises USDD 25 million in equity and debt to scale electric trucking across India’s industrial corridors, deploying over 500 EV trucks in FY26-27 and supporting commercial fleet decarbonization.

Business | 14/01/2026 | By EI News Network

L&T Secures Contract from Torrent Energy Storage Solutions for 3,000 MW PSP Project in Maharashtra

L&T’s Heavy Civil Infrastructure arm has bagged an INR 2,500–5,000 crore contract from Torrent Energy Storage Solutions to build the 3,000 MW Saidongar-1 pumped storage project in Maharashtra.

Energy Storage | 14/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

BatteryPool Raises INR 8?Cr to Scale Pay-As-You-Go EV Battery Fleet

BatteryPool, an Indian EV startup, secures INR 8 Cr Pre-Series A funding led by IPV, managing over 2,000 batteries across six cities and planning tenfold fleet expansion nationwide.

Business | 14/01/2026 | By EI News Network

Researchers Develop Acid-Free Technology to Recover 97 Percent Silver from End-of-Life Solar Panels

Researchers developed an acid-free solar panel recycling method recovering 97 percent silver, enabling sustainable photovoltaic waste management and circular economy growth.

Power R&D | 14/01/2026 | By EI News Network

Indofast Energy, Mumbai Metro Partner to Install 23 Battery-Swapping Stations Along Aqua Line 3 Corridor

Indofast Energy partners with Mumbai Metro to deploy 23 battery-swapping stations, enabling seamless EV last-mile connectivity along Aqua Line 3 corridor.

Business | 13/01/2026 | By EI News Network

BEE Sets February 28 Deadline for Solar Inverter Registration Continuation Under Mandatory Labelling

The Bureau of Energy Efficiency has notified solar inverter manufacturers that continuation of BEE registration under the mandatory labelling regime from January 1, 2026, will require fresh submissions by February 28, 2026, failing which existing models will be deactivated.

Policies & Regulations | 13/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

 
 
 
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