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KERC Revises Solar Tariffs in Karnataka, Sets Rates Up to INR 3.89 Per Unit

KERC approves revised solar tariffs in Karnataka, ranging from INR 1.96 to INR 3.89 per unit across residential and distributed projects.

Karnataka | August 28, 2026 | By EI News Network | 1329

Karnataka to Push 2 GW Sharavathi Pumped Storage Project Despite Environmental Concerns

Karnataka will pursue the 2 GW Sharavathi Pumped Storage Project to strengthen future power supply despite environmental concerns and opposition.

Karnataka | July 22, 2026 | By EI News Network | 777

Solar Firms Move Karnataka High Court Against MNRE's Domestic-Cell Sourcing Mandate

Industry bodies challenge ALMM List-II rule, citing high domestic solar-cell prices, inadequate capacity, and rising project costs.

Karnataka | June 12, 2026 | By EI News Network | 1350

KERC Issues 2026 Regulations, Notifies Roadmap to Gradually Reduce Cross Subsidy and Cross Subsidy Surcharge

The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has issued new regulations outlining a phased roadmap to reduce electricity tariff cross-subsidies, aligning tariffs closer to actual supply costs and complying with the Electricity Act, 2003.

Karnataka | March 07, 2026 | By EI News Network | 1886

Karnataka Plans EV City Near Bengaluru to Strengthen Electric Mobility Ecosystem

Karnataka plans a 100-acre EV City near Bengaluru with testing tracks, charging labs, incubators and skilling centres for the electric mobility industry.

Karnataka | February 06, 2026 | By EI News Network | 1838

KERC Plans Cross-Subsidy and Surcharge Cuts, Targets EV and Lift Irrigation Tariffs Among Others

KERC releases draft regulations to progressively reduce cross-subsidies in Karnataka power tariffs. EV charging stations and private lift irrigation see steep cuts, while other categories remain within ±20 percent threshold.

Karnataka | December 23, 2025 | By EI News Network | 1515

POWERCON Takes Charge of CIP’s 300 MW Karnataka Wind Project

Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners has appointed POWERCON to independently manage its 300 MW Karnataka wind project, marking India’s first full-scope asset management mandate and strengthening operational excellence and investor value in renewables.

Karnataka | October 11, 2025 | By EI News Network | 1537

Prostarm, Hindustan, Barbrik Bag 125 MW/500 MWh Contracts in Bihar’s BESS Auction

Bihar awarded 125 MW/500 MWh battery storage contracts to Prostarm, Hindustan Power, Barbrik, and others under a fixed tariff, aiming to boost grid stability and renewable energy integration with VGF support.

Karnataka | July 02, 2025 | By EI News Network | 2479

Mitarsh Energy Bags 190 MWp Solar O&M Contract from Reliance New Energy

The solar installations are located across Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Karnataka.

Karnataka | June 18, 2025 | By Abha Rustagi | 2233

CERC Grants Transmission Licence to Bijapur REZ Transmission Ltd. for Karnataka Project

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission has granted a 25-year transmission licence to Bijapur REZ Transmission Ltd. for executing a key inter-state green energy project in Karnataka on BOOT basis.

Karnataka | June 12, 2025 | By EI News Network | 1686