MHI Tightens PM E-DRIVE Norms, Mandates Higher Localisation for EV Truck Components
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has amended the PM E-DRIVE Phased Manufacturing Programme, mandating higher localisation for EV truck components, with DC-DC converters and VCUs further tightened from September 2026, and Battery Management System (BMS) manufacturing made fully domestic from September 1, 2026, with imports allowed till August 31, 2026.
Policies & Regulations | 30/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
ISA, AIDA Sign MoU to Advance Solarisation, Utility Digitisation and AI-Enabled Distribution Systems
International Solar Alliance and All India Discom Association have signed an MoU to collaborate on solarisation, utility digitisation, and AI-driven distribution systems across ISA member countries.
Business | 30/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
US Imposes 123 Percent Anti-Dumping Duty on Indian Solar Imports
US imposes 123 percent anti-dumping duty on Indian solar imports; total tariffs exceed 230 percent, India, Indonesia and Laos targeted in probe.
Policies & Regulations | 28/04/2026 | By EI News Network
Ministry of Power Extends ISTS Charge Waivers for Solar, Wind Projects Hit by Grid Delays
Ministry of Power has extended ISTS charge waivers for solar and wind projects facing delays due to transmission constraints, subject to eligibility, including a firm PPA as of March 31, 2026, firm connectivity between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2028, and COD linked to transmission system readiness.
Policies & Regulations | 28/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
SAEL, Waaree, MB Power and JLTM Win 500 MW Solar Auction by PSPCL
PSPCL allocates 500 MW solar capacity to four firms at competitive tariffs under long-term renewable power procurement auction.
Business | 26/04/2026 | By EI News Network
Jindal India Renewable Energy Signs PPA with SECI for 150 MW RTC Renewable Power
Jindal India Renewable Energy has announced the signing of a PPA with Solar Energy Corporation of India to supply 150 MW of round-the-clock renewable power from a hybrid solar-wind-storage project.
Business | 01/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Odisha Needs 26,237 MW Capacity to Meet 2034 Power Demand: EY–ASSOCHAM
Odisha will need 26,237 MW contracted power capacity by 2033–34 to meet rising demand, as per a new EY–ASSOCHAM report. The study outlines a pathway for the state to become a low-carbon, investment-ready industrial hub, supported by opportunities in green hydrogen and ammonia exports and an estimated 9 million tonnes CO₂e reduction potential by 2030.
Business | 01/12/2025 | By News Bureau
Odisha Amends Net Metering Rules to Allow Hybrid Inverters in Rooftop Solar Projects
The Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission has updated its net-metering framework to permit hybrid inverters and M2M-enabled data loggers for rooftop solar systems, aligning state rules with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy directives.
Policies & Regulations | 01/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
TBEA Secures 380/132kV GIS Substation Project in Saudi Arabia
Chinese electrical equipment manufacturer TBEA has been awarded the contract by Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) for the kingdom’s first SF6-free substation.
Middle East Market | 01/12/2025 | By EI News Network
Kshema Power Appoints Mohan Shanmugam as Overall Head of Projects
Kshema Power has appointed industry veteran Mohan Shanmugam as its Overall Head of Projects, reinforcing its leadership as it expands globally. With over 30 years of experience in large-scale power and transmission infrastructure, his addition supports the company’s drive to scale its portfolio and enhance delivery standards.
Business | 01/12/2025 | By News Bureau
Gujarat Amends Net-Metering Rules to Ease Rooftop Solar Adoption Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme
The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission has amended its net-metering rules, simplifying rooftop solar approvals by removing the requirement of a separate written connectivity agreement between consumers and distribution companies for systems installed under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.
Policies & Regulations | 01/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Adani Green Energy Operationalises 200 MW Solar Power Project at Khavda, Gujara
Adani Green Energy has operationalised a cumulative of 200 MW solar power project at Khavda, Gujarat, through its subsidiary Adani Renewable Energy Fifty Six and Adani Renewable Energy Fifty Seven, taking its total operational renewable capacity to 16,929.80 MW.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 01/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy Secures INR 1,381 Cr Solar BoS Order from Adani Green Energy
Sterling and Wilson Renewable Energy (SWREL) has clinched a 5-year strategic partnership with Adani Green Energy. This includes an INR 1,381 crore BOS order for three solar projects at Khavda Renewable Energy Park in Gujarat.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 01/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Masdar’s consortium has appointed China’s CPECC to build Oman’s pioneering Ibri III solar-plus-storage project, a USD 299 million venture integrating 500 MW solar capacity with a 100MWh battery system to boost clean energy.
Middle East Market | 29/11/2025 | By EI News Network
INOXAP Secures Long-Term UHP Nitrogen Deal for ReNew’s Dholera TOPCON Cell Plant
INOX Air Products (INOXAP) will build a new Air Separation Unit in Dholera to supply ultra-high-purity nitrogen for ReNew’s upcoming TOPCON solar cell facility, strengthening India’s advanced solar manufacturing ecosystem.
Business | 29/11/2025 | By EI News Network
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