Data Centre Expansion Puts India’s Renewable Power Capacity to Test
For renewable developers, the expansion of data centres creates a large potential market.
Energy efficiency | 28/09/2026 | By Abha Rustagi
India Targets Up to 8 GW Wind Capacity Addition in FY27
India is on track to add 7.5-8 GW of wind capacity in FY27, according to MNRE.
Other Energy Applications / Cooking | 23/09/2026 | By EI News Network
MNRE Makes Consumer Approval of Agreements Mandatory on PM Surya Ghar Portal
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has mandated digital consumer verification for Vendor-Consumer Agreements on the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG MBY) Portal, making consumer approval mandatory before installation can proceed.
Policies & Regulations | 23/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Maharashtra Proposes BESS Framework with 5 MW InSTS, 1 MW Distribution Thresholds
Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission has proposed 2026 BESS regulations for Maharashtra, setting minimum thresholds of 5 MW for InSTS-connected systems, 1 MW for distribution-connected systems and two-hour storage duration, alongside procurement and charge exemptions for eligible standalone BESS.
Policies & Regulations | 23/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Oriana, BSL Engineering, ArMee Infotech, GK Energy Among Winners in MSEDCL’s 4 GWh BESS Auction
Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company has finalised winners for its 2,000 MW/4,000 MWh battery energy storage auction, with companies including Oriana Power, BSL Engineering Service, ArMee Infotech, GK Energy, Stockwell Solar Services, Claro Energy, and Aditya Green Energy securing capacity at tariffs between INR 2.38 and 2.40 lakh/MW/month
Energy Storage | 22/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Avinash Rao
Managing Director & CEO
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Amit Manohar
Secretary General
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Anuj Agarwal
Founder and Chairman
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Debasis Goswami
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Dhananjay Kumar
Director - Regulatory and Corporate Affairs
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