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
Waaree Energies Launches Three-phase Grid-tied Inverters
Waaree Energies has introduced its new MANAV Series of 350 kW three-phase grid-tied inverters, engineered for utility-scale, Commercial & Industrial (C&I), and KUSUM Yojana projects, offering enhanced safety, intelligent monitoring, and superior performance to meet the evolving needs of large-scale solar installations.
Business | 12/11/2025 | By News Bureau
WattPower forays into C&I Segment
WattPower has entered the Commercial and Industrial (C&I) solar segment with the launch of its advanced 150KTL and 330KTL inverters, along with a Data Logger, showcased at the Renewable Energy India (REI) Expo 2025—underscoring its commitment to delivering efficient and sustainable power solutions.
Business | 12/11/2025 | By News Bureau
Bondada Engineering Commissions 56.9 MW Solar Projects in Maharashtra
Bondada Engineering has commissioned 56.9 MW of solar projects for Paradigm IT and MAHAGENCO across multiple Maharashtra locations, pushing its total commissioned capacity beyond 1 GW—a key milestone in supporting India’s National Renewable Energy Mission.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 12/11/2025 | By News Bureau
KLK Ventures Wins JREDA Contract for Solar Street Lighting in Jharkhand
Under the JREDA project, KLK Ventures will install 40W LED solar street lights across Jharkhand, featuring LiFePO₄ batteries and an integrated Remote Monitoring System (RMS) to enhance reliability and performance.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 12/11/2025 | By News Bureau
Power Minister Manohar Lal Inaugurates 3 MWh Vanadium Redox Flow Battery System at NTPC NETRA
Union Minister of Power and Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal has inaugurated India’s first and largest 3 MWh Vanadium Redox Flow Battery system at NTPC’s NETRA facility at Greater Noida.
Energy Storage | 12/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Masdar, Uzbekistan Partner to Build 300 MW Battery Energy Storage Project
UAE’s Masdar signed a landmark agreement with Uzbekistan’s JSC Uzenergosotish to develop the 300 MW/600 MWh Zarafshan Battery Energy Storage System, enhancing grid reliability and supporting Uzbekistan’s renewable energy transition by 2030.
Middle East Market | 12/11/2025 | By EI News Network
RenewSys Unveils Next-Gen DCR M10R TOPCon Solar Cells at REI 2025
RenewSys India has launched its new DCR M10R solar cells at the Renewable Energy India (REI) Expo 2025 at Greater Noida, marking a major step forward in India’s domestic solar manufacturing capabilities.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 12/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
NTPC Invites Bids for BESS Projects Across Nine Thermal Stations
NTPC has invited bids for EPC of 2.67 GWh Battery Energy Storage Systems across nine thermal stations to enhance grid flexibility and support renewable energy integration under its national BESS programme.
Business | 12/11/2025 | By EI News Network
Sunsure Energy to Supply 19.36 MW Wind-Solar Hybrid Power to Deepak Fertilisers in Maharashtra
Sunsure Energy has signed a long-term agreement with Deepak Fertilisers and Petrochemicals Corporation to supply 19.36 MW of wind-solar hybrid power for its Raigad facility in Maharashtra. The project, comprising 8.86 MW solar and 10.5 MW wind capacity, will deliver 5.5 crore units of round-the-clock renewable power annually.
Business | 12/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
OMV and Masdar Sign Binding Agreement for 140 MW Green Hydrogen Plant in Austria
OMV and Masdar have signed a binding agreement to form a joint venture to develop and operate a 140 MW green hydrogen electrolyser plant in Austria, aimed at decarbonising OMV’s Schwechat refinery. The plant is expected to be operational in 2027.
Renewable energy / Hydrogen / Fuel Cells | 12/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
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