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
EKA Mobility Launches Zanzibar’s First Electric Bus Fleet
EKA Mobility has introduced Zanzibar’s first fleet of electric buses, marking a major milestone in the island’s transition to zero-emission public transport while strengthening India’s position as a global exporter of advanced electric mobility solutions.
Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 24/07/2026 | By News Bureau
India’s Peak Power Demand Climbs 12 Percent in April-June 2026
India’s peak power demand rose 12 percent in April-June 2026, while renewable generation and installed capacity reached record highs.
Business | 24/07/2026 | By EI News Network
GAIL Floats Tender for 600 MW Solar Project with 275 MW/550 MWh BESS in Uttar Pradesh
GAIL (India) Ltd. has invited bids for setting up a 600 MW solar PV project coupled with a 275 MW/550 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. Bid submission ends on August 20, 2026.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 24/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Bharat Renewable Energy Summit and Expo 2026 to Be Held in New Delhi from November 2–5
India will host Bharat Renewable Energy Summit 2026 from November 2–5, bringing global clean energy leaders together to drive investment and innovation.
Policies & Regulations | 24/07/2026 | By EI News Network
AESL secures TBCB contract to develop transmission infrastructure supporting 4,500 MW of green hydrogen and green ammonia projects, while strengthening power supply for Vizag’s emerging data centre ecosystem.
Conventional energy / Thermal Power Plants | 24/07/2026 | By News Bureau
Advait Greenergy Demonstrates Industrial-Scale 5 MW Electrolyser to Drive Green Hydrogen Adoption
Advait Greenergy and Jiangsu Guofu Hydrogen Energy Equipment successfully conducted a live demonstration of a 1,000 Nm³/h pressurised alkaline water electrolyser, highlighting the performance of industrial-scale hydrogen production technology and reinforcing their collaboration to support India's National Green Hydrogen Mission.
Renewable energy / Hydrogen / Fuel Cells | 24/07/2026 | By News Bureau
India’s Solar Capacity to Surpass Coal by Nearly 200 GW by 2036: Pralhad Joshi
India’s solar capacity is expected to surpass coal by nearly 200 GW by 2036, while non fossil capacity reaches 786 GW by 2035-36.
Policies & Regulations | 24/07/2026 | By EI News Network
Shakti Pumps Strengthens Maharashtra Presence Through Nanded Product Launch Meet
Shakti Pumps expands Maharashtra presence through Nanded product launch meet, strengthening dealer network and promoting sustainable pumping solutions across the state.
Business | 24/07/2026 | By EI News Network
RenewSys Hosts Second Anusandhan PV Technology Conclave
RenewSys India hosts the second edition of the Anusandhan PV Technology Conclave in New Delhi, bringing together key solar industry stakeholders while unveiling two next-generation photovoltaic materials designed to improve module durability, efficiency and long-term performance.
Business | 24/07/2026 | By News Bureau
PM Surya Ghar Crosses 39.38 Lakh Rooftop Solar Installations, Capacity Reaches 14.07 GW
The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana has achieved over 39.38 lakh rooftop solar installations across India, taking the cumulative installed capacity to approximately 14.07 GW as of July 20, 2026.
Policies & Regulations | 24/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Manasvi Sharma
CEO
EVERTA’s Manasvi Sharma Says Uptime, Utilisation Matter More Than Charger Deployment Numbers
Tarun Singh, Country Head - India
and Ann Moore, Power & Utilities Industry Principal
India’s Grid Needs to Become More Intelligent and Responsive: AVEVA
Pavit Gandhi
Executive Vice President - Sales
India Needs Grid-Forming Inverters to Integrate More Solar, Wind
Avinash Rao
Managing Director & CEO
Mahindra Susten’s MD Avinash Rao Says India Needs Balanced Energy Mix for Reliable Transition
Amit Manohar
Secretary General
Solar Industry Must Adapt to Integrated Manufacturing Ecosystem: ISMA’s Amit Manohar