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

FICCI–Deloitte Report Flags Critical Minerals as Key to India’s Clean Energy and Industrial Future

A FICCI-Deloitte report warns rising demand and high import dependence on lithium, cobalt and rare earths could hinder India’s 500 GW renewable and EV targets without urgent supply chain reforms.

Standards & Certifications | 02/03/2026 | By News Bureau

GreenCell Mobility Deploys 75 Electric Buses in Puducherry to Boost Zero-Emission Public Transport

GreenCell Mobility rolls out 75 electric buses in Puducherry in partnership with EKA Mobility, strengthening sustainable urban mobility and advancing the Union Territory’s zero-emission public transportation goals.

Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 02/03/2026 | By News Bureau

Spray Engineering Devices Secures Contract to Build India’s First Boilerless Greenfield Sugar Refinery in Kandla, Gujarat

Spray Engineering Devices will develop a 1,000–1,500 TPD boilerless sugar refinery at Kandla with zero water consumption and zero emissions, targeting completion by March 2027 under a turnkey and O&M model.

Renewable energy / Other Renewables | 02/03/2026 | By News Bureau

Coal India, Onward Solar Power Win SECI’s 125 MW/500 MWh Standalone BESS Auction in Odisha

Coal India (80 MW/320 MWh) and Onward Solar Power (45 MW/180 MWh) have emerged as winners in Solar Energy Corporation of India’s auction to develop six standalone BESS projects in Odisha with a cumulative capacity of 125 MW/500 MWh.

Energy Storage | 02/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Adani Green Energy Operationalises 185 MW Wind Power Project in Khavda, Gujarat

Adani Green Energy (AGEL), through its wholly-owned stepdown subsidiary Adani Green Energy Twenty Five C, has commissioned a 185 MW wind power project in Khavda, Gujarat, raising its total operational renewable capacity to 17,472.2 MW.

Renewable energy / Wind Power | 02/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

GAIL Greenlights 178 MW Wind Power Project in Maharashtra with INR 1,736 Crore Investment

GAIL (India) Ltd. will invest INR 1,736.25 crore to develop a 178.2 MW greenfield wind power project in Maharashtra, expanding its renewable energy capacity from 145 MW and supporting its target of 3.4 GW by 2035.

Renewable energy / Wind Power | 02/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Group Surya Commissions 500 MW G12R Solar Module Line in Odisha, Targets 1 GW Expansion

Group Surya, the parent company of Surya International Enterprise, has announced the commissioning of a fully automated 500 MW G12R solar module production line in Odisha. The company plans to scale the Bhubaneswar facility to 1 GW within 4–5 months.

Solar manufacturing | 02/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Digital Edge Signs 83 MW Solar PPA with Hexa Climate Solutions for Data Center in Navi Mumbai

Digital Edge has signed an 83 MW solar PPA with Hexa Climate Solutions to power the first phase of its 350 MW AI-ready hyperscale BOM data centre campus in Navi Mumbai, with supply starting December 2026 and offsetting about 100,000 tonnes of CO₂ annually.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 02/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Shell India Unveils Energy Transition Scenarios at WSDS 2026, Outlines Path to Secure and Low-Carbon Future

Shell India’s new Scenarios Sketch explores three possible energy futures, outlining strategies to balance rising demand, energy security, affordability and decarbonisation as India advances toward long-term climate and competitiveness goals.

Business | 27/02/2026 | By News Bureau

WattPower Delivers Over 5 GW Solar Capacity Under PM-KUSUM, Strengthening Rural Energy Access

WattPower surpasses 5 GW solar deployment under the Government of India’s PM-KUSUM scheme, expanding decentralised renewable energy across Rajasthan, Gujarat and Maharashtra while empowering farmers with reliable daytime power.

Energy efficiency | 27/02/2026 | By News Bureau

 
 
 
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