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
iRasus’ Preksha Platform Helps Jouletap Improve EV Battery Performance and Reduce Downtime
iRasus Technologies’ AI-driven Preksha platform has enhanced battery performance, reduced downtime, and extended asset life for Jouletap’s EV fleet, strengthening reliability and operational efficiency in India’s rapidly expanding electric mobility ecosystem.
Business | 24/11/2025 | By EI News Network
ACME Solar Wins 130 MW in Railways’ RTC Renewable Energy Bid
ACME Solar secures 130 MW in REMCL’s 1,000 MW RTC tender at INR 4.35/unit. The project will supply firm, round-the-clock renewable power to Indian Railways using solar, wind and storage.
Business | 24/11/2025 | By EI News Network
Valmiki Leela Capital Secures SEBI Nod to Become Full-Fledged Merchant Banker
Valmiki Leela Capital, an investment firm focusing on the renewable energy, power, data centers and EPC infrastructure sector, has announced securing Securities and Exchange Board of India’s (SEBI) Category I Merchant Banking licence, and therby becoming a full-fledged merchant banker.
Investment & Trading | 24/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Tata Power and Druk Green Power Partner for 1,125 MW Hydropower Project in Bhutan
Tata Power has inked commercial agreements with Bhutan’s Druk Green Power Corporation to jointly develop the 1,125 MW Dorjilung hydropower project. Tata Power will hold 40 percent stake in the SPV and will infuse INR 1,572 crore, in tranches. The project, built at an estimated cost of INR 13,100 crore is expected to be commissioned by September 2031.
Renewable energy / Hydropower | 24/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Rajasthan Approves INR 15,600 Crore Power JV, Launches Diaspora Department
Rajasthan Cabinet has cleared a INR 15,600 crore RVUNL–SCCL power joint venture, established a diaspora department, and approved solar projects to strengthen energy infrastructure and attract tech investments.
Policies & Regulations | 22/11/2025 | By EI News Network
Triveni Turbines, IISc Launch Centre of Excellence to Advance Energy-Transition Research
Triveni Turbines and IISc inaugurated the Triveni Turbines Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, promoting high-efficiency, low-carbon turbomachinery research and establishing a Chair to foster sustainable energy innovation.
Business | 22/11/2025 | By EI News Network
JBM, Sodecia to Set Up INR 150 Cr Hot Stamping Plant in Pune for High-Strength Auto Systems
JBM Group has partnered with Portugal’s Sodecia to set up a INR 150 crore hot stamping facility in Pune, producing lightweight, safety-critical auto systems for ICE and electric vehicles by Q2 FY27.
Business | 22/11/2025 | By EI News Network
Delta’s Dedicated R&D Fuels Growth in Power Electronics, Energy Systems, and E-Mobility
Delta Electronics India’s LEED Gold R&D hub showcases advanced high-voltage, automotive, and EV-charging technologies, supported by rising engineering strength and long-term investments driving growth across power electronics, renewable energy, and electric mobility.
Business | 22/11/2025 | By EI News Network
Telangana Unveils 2025 Rooftop Solar Reforms, Widening Net Metering and Shared-Energy Access
Telangana’s new 2025 rooftop solar regulation revamps capacity limits, streamlines approvals, and introduces Group and Virtual Net Metering, enabling wider energy sharing and easing adoption for homes, societies, institutions, and commercial users statewide.
Policies & Regulations | 22/11/2025 | By EI News Network
India Calls for Global Action on SIDS Energy Security at ISA Session in Brazil
At the ISA SIDS leadership session during CoP30 in Brazil, India urged collective global action, showcasing its clean-energy progress and offering rooftop, agriculture and storage models to strengthen energy security for island nations.
Business | 21/11/2025 | By EI News Network
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