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75 Lakh Households Targeted for Rooftop Solar Installations Under PM Surya Ghar by Dec 2026: Joshi

PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana has crossed 40 lakh beneficiary households within two years and is projected to reach 75 lakh households by December 2026, stated Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi. He also launched PM Surya Ghar logo and WhatsApp bot.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | June 05, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 449

MNRE Seeks Monthly Solar Cell and Module Price Data from ALMM-Listed Manufacturers

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has directed all ALMM-listed solar cell and module manufacturers to report monthly price ranges of domestically manufactured products to the National Institute of Solar Energy, aiming to enhance market transparency and prevent profiteering amid the implementation of ALMM List-II from June 1, 2026.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | June 04, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 709

MNRE Directs RE Developers to Submit ALMM List-II Extension Requests Only Through DCR Portal

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has mandated renewable power developers seeking commissioning extensions beyond June 1, 2026 under ALMM List-II to submit project-specific exemption requests through the DCR Portal with detailed documentary proof by June 30, 2026.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | June 01, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 925

MNRE Rules Out Blanket Extension for ALMM List-II Deadline, Allows Case-Specific Exemptions

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has ruled out a blanket extension of the June 1, 2026 ALMM List-II compliance deadline for solar cells, while allowing project-specific exemptions for net-metering and open access projects that had achieved substantial progress before the cutoff date.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | May 26, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1076

MNRE Allows ZAM Alloy in Rooftop Solar Mounting Structures Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has expanded the list of approved materials for rooftop solar module mounting structures under the PM Surya Ghar scheme by permitting the use of Zinc Aluminium Magnesium (ZAM) alloy.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | May 25, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 885

MNRE Urges DISCOMs to Fast-Track Approvals for Rooftop Solar Ahead of ALMM List-II Deadline

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has advised DISCOMs and state authorities to expedite the inspection and issuing of commissioning certificates of rooftop solar projects already installed before the June 1, 2026 deadline for mandatory compliance with ALMM List-II solar cell requirements.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | May 25, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1040

Third Edition of REconnect Annual Flagship Summit & Expo to be Held on May 21-22 in New Delhi

The third edition of the REconnect Annual Flagship Summit & Expo 2026, organised by Energetica India, is set to convene policymakers, RE developers, manufacturers, investors, utilities, and technology providers at The Grand New Delhi on May 21-22, 2026 to deliberate on RE integration, storage, manufacturing, grid modernisation, and India’s clean energy.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | May 20, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 505

MNRE Issues Operating Guidelines for INR 2,584.60 Cr Small Hydro Power Development Scheme

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has launched the INR 2,584.60 crore Small Hydro Power Development Scheme for FY27-FY31 to support the installation of around 1,500 MW of new small hydro capacity across India. The Scheme was approved by the Union Cabinet in March 2026, and now MNRE has also issued operational guidelines.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | May 16, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 769

MNRE Discontinues Vendor Undertaking for Repeated Solar Module, Inverter Serial Numbers

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has tightened compliance norms under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana by discontinuing the undertaking-based provision for repeated solar module and inverter serial numbers and mandating automated verification through the National Institute of Solar Energy’s integrated DCR portal system.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | May 13, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1003

MNRE Mandates 10-Year Product and 25-Year Performance Warranty for Solar Modules

MNRE has introduced a standardised warranty framework mandating a minimum 10-year product warranty covering defects in design, materials and workmanship, along with a 25-year limited power output warranty for solar PV modules, under its DRE schemes, including PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana and PM KUSUM Yojana.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | May 11, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 2159

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MNRE Proposes Amendment to ALMM Order to Introduce Wafer-level Compliance

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), through an office memorandum dated March 17, 2026 (Memorandum), has proposed amendments to the Approved Models and Manufacturers of Solar Photovoltaic Modules (Requirements for Compulsory Registration)...

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | April 17, 2026 | By News Bureau

Going Solar in the Monsoons: Busting Myths About Seasonal Installation and Long-Term Gains

The monsoon season brings much-needed respite from the sweltering summer heat, but it also introduces hesitation among homeowners and businesses planning outdoor installations, particularly solar energy systems. The idea of installing solar panels du...

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | August 28, 2025 | By News Bureau

How Rooftop Solar Finance is Powering India’s MSME Growth

India’s Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of the nation’s economy, driving innovation, creating jobs, and contributing nearly 30 percent to the GDP while employing over 110 million people.However, rising energy...

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | March 06, 2025 | By News Bureau | 348