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
Delta Electronics Discusses India Roadmap with PM Modi
Delta Electronics Chairman and CEO Ping Cheng and President Benjamin Lin met Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss the company’s growth and investment roadmap for India.
Business | 21/09/2026 | By News Bureau
India Bets on Coal Gasification to Cut Imports, Build New Industrial Value Chain
Coal gasification is a process in which coal or lignite is converted into a synthesis gas, or “syngas”, rather than being directly burned for power generation.
Business | 21/09/2026 | By Abha Rustagi
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