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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 | 921

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 | 1532

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 | 1609

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 | 1301

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 | 1363

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 | 2244

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 | 1992

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 | 1472

Karnataka to Launch Kusum-C Scheme on June 11

Karnataka will roll out the Kusum-C scheme to solarise agri-pumps in Chikkballapur. The move, announced by Energy Minister K.J. George, aims to empower farmers and boost clean energy.

Karnataka | June 04, 2025 | By EI News Network | 2774

Karnataka Signs INR 5,000 Crore MoU with GAIL for 1 GW RE Project

Karnataka partners with GAIL to develop 1 GW renewable energy capacity, aiming to boost green energy, create jobs, and strengthen infrastructure through solar, wind, and storage solutions.

Karnataka | May 13, 2025 | By EI News Network | 1923