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MNRE Extends PM-KUSUM Financial Closure Deadline to Nov 30

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has extended the deadline for achieving financial closure under PM-KUSUM Components A and C to November 30, 2026, while retaining March 31, 2027 as the project completion deadline.

Policies & Regulations | 01/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Cabinet Approves INR 1.86 Lakh Cr Green Energy Corridor Phase-III

The Union Cabinet has approved the INR 1.86 lakh crore Green Energy Corridor Phase-III scheme to strengthen intra-state transmission to evacuate 135 GW of renewable energy and deploy 50 GWh of BESS by FY 2032-33. Industry leaders weigh in on its impact on the RE and BESS sector.

Policies & Regulations | 01/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

India Energy Week 2027 to be held in Kolkata in January

Kolkata will host India Energy Week 2027 from January 28-31, drawing global energy stakeholders.

Business | 30/09/2026 | By EI News Network

Solar Cell Capacity in ALMM Nears 37 GW in September 2026

MNRE has updated the ALMM List-II, adding 1,397 MW of TOPCon solar cell capacity in September 2026, taking the total enlisted capacity to 36,864 MW. While Jupiter International's subsidiary, Jupiter Solartech, has enlisted 1,297 MW of TOPCon capacity from a new unit in Baddi, Renewsys India has added 100 MW of capacity from its unit in Telangana.

Policies & Regulations | 29/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

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

CleanMax Doubles Revenue to INR 832 Cr in Q1 FY27, Contracted RE Portfolio Reaches 6.8 GW

CleanMax reported Q1 FY27 revenue of INR 832 crore, up 107 percent from Q1 FY26, with adjusted EBITDA of INR 494 crore and PAT of INR 55 crore, while its contracted renewable energy portfolio expanded to 6.8 GW. The company has commissioned 500 MW of RE projects across India during the quarter.

Business | 01/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

MNRE Withdraws March 2024 ALMM Clarification, Retains Case by Case Relief

MNRE has withdrawn its March 2024 ALMM clarification with immediate effect but will continue considering exemption requests from eligible uncommissioned renewable energy projects on a case-by-case basis.

Policies & Regulations | 31/07/2026 | By EI News Network

INA Solar Launches 'Azaadi Mahotsav 2026' Campaign to Boost Solar Adoption

INA Solar has launched its nationwide 'Azaadi Mahotsav 2026' campaign to promote solar adoption, highlighting electricity bill savings, clean energy awareness and its expanding domestic solar manufacturing capacity.

Business | 31/07/2026 | By EI News Network

BluPine Energy Signs Multiple Renewable PPAs in Rajasthan, Targets 150 MW C&I Portfolio

BluPine Energy has signed renewable power purchase agreements with KEI Industries, Craftsman Automation and Sunbeam Lightweighting Solutions, while targeting a 150 MW commercial and industrial renewable energy portfolio in Rajasthan.

Business | 31/07/2026 | By EI News Network

Avaada Secures USD 1.3 Billion Financing for 2.15 GW Renewable Energy Portfolio

Avaada Group has secured approximately USD 1.3 billion in financing for its 2,150 MW renewable energy portfolio, comprising 1.35 GW of hybrid and 800 MW of utility-scale solar projects. Backed by State Bank of India, REC and Canara Bank, the projects will supply clean power to MSEDCL and GUVNL.

Business | 31/07/2026 | By News Bureau

Sterling Green Power Opens Talegaon Manufacturing Facility to Expand DG Set Production

Sterling Green Power Solutions has inaugurated a new manufacturing facility in Talegaon near Pune to produce 100–750 kVA diesel generator sets. With an annual production capacity of around 1,000 units, the plant will cater to commercial, industrial, healthcare, hospitality, education, government and rental sectors.

Renewable energy / Other Renewables | 31/07/2026 | By News Bureau

Nama PWP Floats Consultancy Tender for 3 GW Solar 2030 IPPs in Oman

Oman's Nama PWP has invited bids for financial and commercial consultancy services to support the development and competitive procurement of three 1 GW Solar 2030 IPPs with a combined capacity of 3 GW.

Middle East Market | 31/07/2026 | By EI News Network

Olectra Deploys 4,000 Electric Buses Across India, Marking E-Mobility Milestone

Olectra Greentech became the first electric bus manufacturer in India to deploy 4,000 electric buses nationwide. The company delivered the e-bus to the Government of Himachal Pradesh during the induction of 297 electric buses into the HRTC fleet.

Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 31/07/2026 | By News Bureau

TPREL Begins Work on 800 MW Renewable Energy Project in Andhra Pradesh

TPREL has commenced its 800 MW renewable energy project in Andhra Pradesh, comprising 400 MW of solar and 400 MW of wind capacity, with Suzlon executing the wind EPC works. Developed under the state's Integrated Clean Energy Policy, the project will feature a 25 MW/50 MWh BESS, create around 4,000 jobs.

Energy efficiency | 31/07/2026 | By News Bureau

Grant Thornton Bharat Unveils Roadmap to Strengthen India's Critical Minerals Value Chain

Grant Thornton Bharat's report presents a comprehensive roadmap to strengthen India's critical minerals ecosystem through policy reforms, domestic value addition, recycling, strategic financing and overseas partnerships to support long-term energy security, industrial competitiveness and the country's Net Zero ambitions.

Renewable energy / Other Renewables | 31/07/2026 | By News Bureau