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
Leapting Technology Wins BluPine Energy Contract for 662 Solar Cleaning Robots
Leapting Technology signed a major contract with BluPine Energy to supply 662 G1 2P fully automatic cleaning robots for two 100 MWp solar projects in Radhanpur, Gujarat, enhancing O&M efficiency.
Business | 07/11/2025 | By EI News Network
Vedanta Secures 500 MW Thermal Power PPA from Tamil Nadu DISCOM at INR 5.38/kWh
Vedanta Ltd.’s Meenakshi Energy and Chhattisgarh Thermal Power Plant bag 500 MW PPA from Tamil Nadu DISCOM at INR 5.38/kWh, marking the largest allocation and reinforcing Vedanta’s power sector dominance.
Business | 07/11/2025 | By EI News Network
Vedanta Aluminium Broadens Low-Carbon Portfolio with Restora Production at BALCO
Made using renewable energy, Restora has a verified GHG emission intensity below four tonnes of CO₂ per tonne of aluminium, meeting global low-carbon standards and reinforcing Vedanta Aluminium’s role in driving decarbonised supply chains.
Business | 07/11/2025 | By News Bureau
Tata Capital Secures USD 16 Million GCF Fund to Boost India’s Climate-Tech Start-up Ecosystem
Tata Capital has partnered with the Green Climate Fund to support early-stage climate-tech start-ups. Tata Capital will receive USD 15.85 million revolving facility along with an additional USD 3 million grant under GCF’s Beacon India Programme.
Investment & Trading | 07/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
TACC Positions India as a Global Hub for Advanced Energy Materials
Leveraging HEG’s global legacy, TACC aims to build a cost-competitive, export-ready manufacturing base to support the world’s clean energy transition. Its upcoming facilities will meet international standards, bridging the global supply gap in critical energy materials while ensuring efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.
Business | 07/11/2025 | By News Bureau
ACME Solar Holdings reported a 103.8 percent year-on-year rise in Q2 FY26 revenue to INR 601 crore, driven by capacity addition and higher CUF. The company’s profit after tax (PAT) surged by a massive 652.1 percent to INR 115 crore in the quarter.
Business | 07/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Ola Electric Begins Deliveries of S1 Pro+ Powered by Indigenous 4680 Bharat Cell
Ola Electric has begun deliveries of its S1 Pro+ (5.2 kWh) scooter, the first model powered by its indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell battery pack.
Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 07/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
GK Energy to Procure 875 MW of DCR Solar PV Cells for Projects Across India
GK Energy has signed an agreement with a domestic manufacturer to procure 875 MW of DCR solar PV cells, comprising 450 MW of Mono PERC and 425 MW of TOPCon cells, to support its solar projects across India.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 07/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Trilegal Advises NSEFI, DISPA in Bombay HC Win Restoring 17-Hour RE Banking
Trilegal advised NSEFI and DISPA in Bombay High Court case restoring 17-hour renewable energy banking, securing major relief for developers across Maharashtra.
Policies & Regulations | 06/11/2025 | By EI News Network
KPI Green Energy Signs PPA with GUVNL for 150 MW Wind Power Projects
KPI Green Energy has signed a 150 MW wind power purchase agreement with Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam (GUVNL) at a fixed tariff of INR 3.64 per unit for 25 years, strengthening its utility-scale renewable portfolio in Gujarat.
Renewable energy / Wind Power | 06/11/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
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