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
Mobec’s Energy Storage Solutions Get Green Signal from India’s Auto Giants through Oil Lube Systems
Mobec Innovation’s energy storage solutions have been approved by India’s auto giants through Oil Lube Systems, advancing cleaner and more reliable power options. The partnership will replace diesel gensets with mobile, tech-enabled storage systems, helping OEMs and fleet operators cut emissions and ensure steady power.
Energy Storage | 20/11/2025 | By News Bureau
ROQIT and Indian Railways Partner to Boost Sustainable Parcel Delivery
ROQIT has partnered with Indian Railways to launch an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled pilot project with South Central Railway, aimed at modernising door-to-door parcel delivery and laying the foundation for a nationwide transformation of India’s parcel logistics network.
Business | 20/11/2025 | By News Bureau
KEL Invites Bids for 137 MWp Solar Projects in Andhra Pradesh
Kerala Electrical and Allied Engineering (KEL) has issued a tender to install 137 MWp of rooftop and ground-mounted solar projects across government sites in Andhra Pradesh. Bid submission ends on November 26, 2025.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 20/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
NTPC Green Energy Signs MoU with Singareni Collieries Company for Developing RE Projects
NTPC Green Energy has signed an MoU with Singareni Collieries Company to explore business opportunities for jointly developing solar, wind, hybrid, energy-storage, green hydrogen and green mobility projects.
Business | 20/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
ACME Solar Commissions 16 MW Second Phase of 100 MW Wind Power Project in Gujarat
ACME Solar has commissioned an additional 16 MW out of its 100 MW wind project in Surendranagar, Gujarat, raising the project’s operational capacity to 44 MW. This enhances ACME Solar’s total operational capacity to 2,934 MW.
Renewable energy / Wind Power | 20/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Servotech Wins INR 73.7 Crore NREDCAP Order for 5,886 Rooftop Solar Systems in Andhra Pradesh
Servotech Renewable Power System has secured an INR 73.7 crore NREDCAP contract to install rooftop solar systems for 5,886 SC/ST households in Andhra Pradesh under the PM Surya Ghar scheme.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 20/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
MoP Mandates Biomass and MSW Co-Firing in Coal-Based Thermal Power Plants
The Union Ministry of Power (MoP) mandates coal plants to co-fire biomass and MSW, aiming to reduce emissions, manage waste, and support Swachh Bharat Mission.
Policies & Regulations | 19/11/2025 | By EI News Network
CERC Declares GST Rate Cut on Renewable Energy Devices as Change in Law
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission has passed a suo-motu order recognising the recent GST cut on renewable energy components from 12 percent to 5 percent as a ‘Change in Law’ and has directed developers to pass on the benefits to Discoms and ultimately to consumers.
Policies & Regulations | 19/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
TNGECL Invites Bids for 375 MW/1,500 MWh Standalone BESS Projects in Tamil Nadu
TNGECL has issued a tender to develop 375 MW/1,500 MWh of standalone BESS projects across Tamil Nadu under the BOO model. Bid submission ends on December 22, 2025.
Energy Storage | 19/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
iGowise Mobility Launches Nationwide Customer Experience Franchise Programme
Bengaluru-based iGowise Mobility has launched a nationwide customer experience franchise programme, inviting entrepreneurs to help expand premium, community-focused light EV access across key Indian markets.
Business | 19/11/2025 | By EI News Network
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