India to Drive 35 Percent of Global Energy Demand Growth Over Next Two Decades: Puri at IEW 2026
India will account for up to 35 percent of global energy demand growth over the next two decades, Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said during his keynote address at the India Energy Week 2026 in Goa. He also outlined India’s push across biofuels, green hydrogen, CBG, CNG and LNG, while stressing the continued role of oil and gas.
Business | 28/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Hindalco Industries has announced an INR 21,000 crore 3.6 lakh-tonne-per-annum smelter expansion in Sambalpur, Odisha and commissioned a 1.7 lakh-tonne-per-annum flat rolled products and battery-grade aluminium foil manufacturing facility with an investment of INR 4,500 crore.
Business | 28/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
India–EU FTA to Cut Non-Tariff Barriers, Add CBAM Flexibility and Boost Clean Tech, AI Cooperation
The India–EU FTA addresses non-tariff barriers, secures Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) flexibilities, supports emission compliance, and boosts cooperation in AI, clean technologies and semiconductors.
Policies & Regulations | 27/01/2026 | By EI News Network
NTPC Green Energy Signs MoU with UP Govt to Develop RE and Green Hydrogen Projects
NTPC Green Energy has signed an MoU with the Uttar Pradesh government at the World Economic Forum in Davos to develop renewable energy and green hydrogen projects in the state.
Business | 27/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
High-level WEF 2026 meetings affirmed global confidence in India’s clean energy roadmap, policy stability, investment prospects, and renewable energy partnerships.
Policies & Regulations | 27/01/2026 | By EI News Network
Hindustan Zinc Partners with GreenLine Mobility Solutions to Launch Green Logistics Transition
This collaboration marks a pivotal step in Hindustan Zinc’s accelerated push towards achieving 100 percent decarbonization of its supply chain through the deployment of advanced electric (EV) and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) trucks.
Business | 05/08/2025 | By News Bureau
Leeward Renewable Energy Commences Construction of 152 MW Solar Projects in US
Leeward Renewable Energy has begun construction on its 152 MW Twelvemile Solar 1 and 2 projects in southern Oklahoma, marking a major step in its 724 MW solar portfolio aimed at boosting grid reliability and regional economic growth.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 05/08/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
OPG Mobility Appoints Maharana Ray as President & Chief Growth Officer
In his new role, Maharana Ray will lead the company’s EV business, including the Ferrato and OTTOOPG brands, while driving expansion, market development, brand building, and strategic business alliances within the Indian electric mobility value chain.
Business | 04/08/2025 | By News Bureau
CEF Group Secures EUR 38 Million Funding from German Export Finance Bank for CBG Plants
German Export Finance Bank has committed EUR 38 million in equity and debt funding to India’s CEF Group to support two new compressed biogas plants, advancing the company’s 22-plant clean energy expansion under the SATAT scheme.
Renewable energy / Biomass | 04/08/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey
VinFast Inaugurates EV Assembly Plant at SIPCOT Industrial Park in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
With a total area of 400 acres, the plant is equipped with state-of-the-art production lines meeting world-class standards, featuring advanced automation and cutting-edge technologies.
Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 04/08/2025 | By News Bureau
L&T Bags Order to Develop 116 MWac Solar PV Plant with 241 MWh BESS in Kajra, Bihar
L&T has secured a significant order to develop a grid-connected 116 MWac Solar Photovoltaic (PV) plant integrated with a 241 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Kajra, Lakhisarai district in Bihar.
Energy Storage | 04/08/2025 | By News Bureau
Rays Power Infra Secures 1,440 MW of LOAs for FDRE and Solar + BESS Projects
Rays Power Infra Limited announces that it has secured 1,440 MW of Letters of Award (LOAs) through various tariff-based competitive bids over the past year. These awards span a diverse range of projects, including cutting-edge FDRE projects and Solar + Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) solutions.
Energy Storage | 04/08/2025 | By News Bureau
Vikram Solar Bags 250 MW Supply Order for High-Efficiency Solar Modules from Bondada Group
Vikram Solar has announced a significant order for the supply of 250 MW of high-efficiency solar modules from the Bondada Group. The modules will be deployed for a project in Maharashtra and the delivery is scheduled to begin in FY 2025–26.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 04/08/2025 | By News Bureau
John Cockerill India Limited Appoints Frederic Martin as Managing Director
Frederic (Fred) holds a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from ENSAM (Ecole Nationale Sup des Arts et Metiers). He joined John Cockerill in 2005 as General Manager of CMI Thermline and then promoted as Vice President Operations.
Business | 04/08/2025 | By News Bureau
EESL Signs MoU with MRAI to Establish Recycling Mechanism for Old Electrical Appliances
Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), a JV of PSUs under Ministry of Power, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Material Recycling Association of India (MRAI) to establish a structured recycling mechanism for old electrical appliances, including motors, fans, air conditioners and lights.
Energy efficiency | 04/08/2025 | By News Bureau
