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
Juniper Green Energy Signs 50 MW Wind Power PPA with GUVNL
Juniper Green Energy’s subsidiary, Juniper Green BESS Delta, has signed a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement with Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam (GUVNL) for developing a 50 MW wind power project in Gujarat.
Renewable energy / Wind Power | 13/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Premier Energies to Launch Solar Manufacturing Hub in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh
Premier Energies will establish a fully integrated solar complex in Naidupeta, Nellore, generating 3,500 direct jobs. The 4 GW cell and 5 GW wafer facility strengthens India’s solar value chain.
Business | 13/11/2025 | By EI News Network
Pune-based ElektrikExpress has rolled out 500 electric delivery vehicles across six major cities and plans to expand its AI-driven, women-led sustainable mobility fleet to over 5,000 by March 2026.
Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 13/11/2025 | By EI News Network
ACS Energy Raises INR 1.1 Crore Pre-Seed Funding from IPV
ACS Energy has raised INR 1.1 crore in a pre-seed round led by Inflection Point Ventures (IPV) to expand its EV charging network across Maharashtra and Gujarat and enhance smart energy management solutions for high-rise buildings.
Investment & Trading | 13/11/2025 | By News Bureau
Tata Power to Set Up 10 GW Solar Wafer and Ingot Plant
Tata Power to enter wafer and ingot manufacturing with 10 GW capacity, complementing its 4.9 GW module-cell setup. Move aligns with government push for localised solar supply chains and import reduction.
Business | 13/11/2025 | By EI News Network
Nextracker Rebrands as Nextpower
Nextracker has rebranded as Nextpower, marking a strategic move to reflect its broader focus beyond solar tracking. The company also announced the development of a new power conversion product line to expand its integrated clean energy solutions portfolio.
Business | 13/11/2025 | By News Bureau
Galo Solar Launches Solar Inverters for Indian Homes
Galo Solar has introduced a new line of high-efficiency on-grid inverters with up to 97.5% efficiency, designed to deliver reliable performance across India’s varied grid and climatic conditions while offering cost savings and backup power support.
Business | 13/11/2025 | By News Bureau
Union Cabinet Rationalises Royalty Rates for Minerals Critical for Green Energy
The Union Cabinet has approved new royalty rates for graphite, caesium, rubidium, and zirconium —key minerals for green energy, electric vehicle (EV) batteries and high-tech applications – to boost domestic production and facilitate the auction of critical mineral blocks.
Policies & Regulations | 13/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Inox Wind Secures 100 MW Turbine Supply Order
Inox Wind has secured a 100 MW order from a leading green energy platform to supply its 3.3 MW wind turbines for projects in Gujarat, along with limited EPC and multi-year O&M services.
Renewable energy / Wind Power | 13/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
BASF India Partners with CleanMax for Hybrid Solar-Wind Captive Power Project in Gujarat
BASF India partners with CleanMax to develop a 12.21 MW hybrid solar-wind captive power plant supplying renewable energy to Gujarat sites.
Business | 12/11/2025 | By EI News Network
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