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
DERC Clears BRPL-SECI 1,500 MW Solar Power PSA with 750 MW/3,000 MWh Storage
The Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC) approves BRPL’s 1,500 MW solar-plus-3,000 MWh storage deal, securing competitive clean power to meet peak demand and RPO targets.
Policies & Regulations | 29/11/2025 | By EI News Network
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Inaugurates Solar-Hydrogen-based Microgrid in Ladakh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has inaugurated NTPC’s solar–hydrogen microgrid at Chushul, a first-of-its-kind system designed to deliver round-the-clock clean power to high-altitude defence posts.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 29/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
M&M to Invest Over INR 37 Cr for 26 Percent Stake in Gelos to Secure Captive Renewable Power
M&M will acquire a 26 percent stake in Gelos Solren for a group captive hybrid project in Maharashtra, ensuring dedicated renewable power for its operations.
Business | 29/11/2025 | By EI News Network
HG Infra Signs BESPA with GUVNL for 300 MW/600 MWh Standalone BESS Project in Gujarat
HG Infra Engineering has signed a battery energy storage purchase agreement with Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam to develop a 300 MW/600 MWh standalone BESS project in Gujarat.
Energy Storage | 29/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
ESB and Ørsted JV Wins 900 MW Offshore Wind Project in Ireland
A joint venture company formed by ESB and Ørsted have won provisional rights to develop a 900 MW offshore wind farm at Ireland’s Tonn Nua site under a 20-year CfD awarded at EUR 98.719/MWh.
Renewable energy / Wind Power | 29/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
World Future Energy Summit 2026 to Highlight AI Driving Middle East Clean Energy Innovation
WFES 2026 will spotlight AI’s role in advancing clean energy, smart infrastructure, and climate resilience, showcasing innovative solutions, responsible deployment, and strategies to enhance efficiency across MENA and global energy systems.
Middle East Market | 28/11/2025 | By EI News Network
Neuron Energy Raises INR 31 Cr in Pre-Series B Round to Fund EV Battery Manufacturing Expansion
Neuron Energy has raised INR 31 crore in a Pre-Series B round to scale its EV battery manufacturing capacity to 3 GWh and build a fully automated, large-scale battery facility for EV four-wheelers and buses at Chakan, Pune.
Investment & Trading | 28/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Godawari Power and Ispat Forays into BESS Manufacturing, to Set Up 10 GWh Plant in Maharashtra
Godawari Power and Ispat is stepping into battery storage manufacturing with a 10 GWh BESS facility planned in Maharashtra through its new subsidiary, Godawari New Energy, with an initial investment of INR 700 crore.
Energy Storage | 28/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
MiniMines signs INR 350 Crore MoU with Karnataka Government
The agreement enables MiniMines to establish a 15,000 MTPA critical minerals refining complex in its first phase, boosting India’s domestic supply of high-purity lithium, nickel, cobalt, copper, and graphite.
Business | 28/11/2025 | By News Bureau
Waaree Energies Wins 350 MW Module Order from AMPIN Energy Transition
Waaree Energies will supply 350 MW G12R TOPCon modules to AMPIN Energy’s solar projects across India, supporting clean energy expansion by March 2026.
Business | 28/11/2025 | By EI News Network
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