PM Modi Invites Swedish Firms to Expand Clean Energy Investments in India

PM Modi urged Swedish and European firms to invest in India’s clean energy, green hydrogen and advanced technology sectors.

Business | 18/05/2026 | By EI News Network

Govt Approves Over 1.3 Million Rooftop Solar Installations Under ULA Model

Government has approved over 13 lakh rooftop solar systems under ULA model to expand clean energy access for vulnerable households nationwide.

Policies & Regulations | 18/05/2026 | By EI News Network

India, Netherlands to Deepen Ties on Renewable Energy, Launch Five-Year Strategic Partnership Plan

During Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the Netherlands, India and the Netherlands elevated bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership with a five-year roadmap focused on renewable energy, green hydrogen, maritime sustainability and climate cooperation.

Business | 18/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Union Cabinet Approves INR 37,500 Cr Scheme to Promote Coal and Lignite Gasification Projects

The Union Cabinet has approved an INR 37,500 crore scheme to support surface coal and lignite gasification projects targeting 75 MT coal conversion capacity, with the aim of reducing import dependence and advancing India’s 100 MT coal gasification target by 2030.

Policies & Regulations | 14/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

TERI Releases SMR Deployment Report to Support India’s Nuclear Energy Transition

TERI’s report highlights Small Modular Reactors’ (SMRs) role in India’s energy security, clean power transition, industrial growth, and nuclear expansion plans.

Business | 13/05/2026 | By EI News Network

NTPC Green Energy Operationalises Additional 165 MW at 1,200 MW Khavda-II Solar PV Project

NTPC Green Energy, through its subsidiary NTPC Renewable Energy, has commissioned an additional 165 MW of the 1,200 MW Khavda-II Solar PV Project in Gujarat, raising the plant’s operational capacity to 810 MW and the group’s total capacity to 9,727.68 MW.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 19/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Solarium Green Energy Commissions 1 GW Solar Module Manufacturing Facility in Ahmedabad

Solarium Green Energy has commissioned a 1 GW solar module manufacturing facility in Ahmedabad, as part of its backward integration strategy. Built at an estimated capex of INR 90 crore, the plant is equipped to produce high-efficiency G12 solar modules up to ~725 Wp.

Solar manufacturing | 19/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Google Partners with DTE Energy for Data Center in Michigan with 2.7 GW of Clean Energy

Google has announced a partnership with DTE Energy to develop a new data center in Michigan, US, committing to enable 2.7 GW of new clean energy resources to support the local grid and ensure round-the-clock sustainable power.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 19/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Welspun and NLC India Achieve INR 2.34/Unit Discovered Tariff in GUVNL 625 MW Solar Auction

Welspun New Energy and NLC India have emerged as winners in the 625 MWp solar power auction conducted by Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Ltd. (GUVNL), securing a discovered tariff of INR 2.34 per unit.

Business | 18/03/2026 | By EI News Network

JinkoSolar Modules Receive Fire Resistance Certification from Italy’s Istituto Giordano

JinkoSolar PV modules received Reaction-to-Fire Class 1 certification from Istituto Giordano, confirming compliance with rooftop solar safety standards and reducing fire-propagation risks in photovoltaic installations.

Business | 18/03/2026 | By EI News Network

ITI Invites Bids to Establish 500 MW, 250 MW, or 100 MW Automatic Solar Module Manufacturing Line at Prayagraj Facility

ITI Ltd. invites bids to establish 500 MW/200 MW/100 MW automatic solar module manufacturing line at Prayagraj facility with buy-back clause.

Business | 18/03/2026 | By EI News Network

Airengy Secures Grid Connection Approval for 3 GWh Battery Energy Storage System in Italy

Airengy has secured grid connection approval from Terna for one of Italy’s largest BESS projects.

Energy efficiency | 18/03/2026 | By News Bureau

CERC Proposes Revision of Congestion Charge Rate for Real-Time Inter-State Power Transmission

Central Electricity Regulatory Commission proposes revising congestion charges to INR 3–10 per unit linked to DSM rates to manage real-time inter-state transmission constraints.

Policies & Regulations | 18/03/2026 | By EI News Network

Point One Launches Global Platform to Accelerate Clean Energy Funding

Point One, has officially launched with a bold mission to accelerate clean energy financing by mobilising private sector contributions.

Business | 18/03/2026 | By News Bureau

Punjab Proposes to Allow Banked Energy Carry-Forward in Intra-State Open Access Projects

The Punjab State Electricity Regulatory Commission has proposed revised norms for banked energy under its draft amendment to its 2011 Intra-State Open Access Regulations, allowing monthly carry-forward until the annual settlement period, beyond which unutilised energy will lapse without compensation.

Policies & Regulations | 18/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

 
 
 
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