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Government Sanctions INR 140 Cr Supplementary Budget for National Bioenergy Programme Phase-I

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has sanctioned an INR 140 crore supplementary budget under Phase-I of the National Bioenergy Programme, raising the total outlay to INR 998 crore and strengthening India’s push for waste-to-energy, biomass, and biogas solutions.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | September 18, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  336

GST Rationalisation Makes Rooftop Solar Cheaper by INR 10,500 for 3 kW, Saves 20-25 lakh/MW in Utility-Scale Projects

GST rationalisation on RE equipment from 12 percent to 5 percent could cut module and component cost by 3-4 percent, save INR 20-25 lakh/MW in utility-scale solar projects. Rooftop solar under PM Surya Ghar could be cheaper by INR 9,000-10,500 for a 3 kW system. A 5 HP solar pump, costing about INR 2.5 lakh, will now be cheaper by nearly INR 17,500.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | September 17, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  707

India Unveils First-Ever National Geothermal Policy to Harness Earth’s Heat for Clean Energy

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has unveiled India’s first National Policy on Geothermal Energy, positioning the untapped resource as a round-the-clock renewable solution to support the nation’s 2070 net-zero goal.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | September 16, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  969

MNRE Proposes to Extend ALMM to Solar Wafers from June 1, 2028

MNRE has issued a draft amendment to extend the ALMM framework to solar wafers from June 1, 2028, aiming to strengthen India’s domestic ingot-to-module value chain and cut import dependence. Stakeholders can submit comments and suggestions by October 11, 2025.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | September 13, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1651

India Set to Become Global Hub for Green Hydrogen Innovation: MoS MNRE Shripad Yesso Naik

India is betting on green hydrogen to decarbonise hard-to-abate industries, reduce import dependence, establish India as a key exporter in the emerging global hydrogen economy, stated Union Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy Shripad Yesso Naik said at the first Green Hydrogen R&D Conference.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | September 13, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  689

India Targets Swadeshi Solar Cells by 2028, to Enhance Domestic Capability in Wafers and Ingots: Joshi

India aims to establish a fully indigenous solar value chain, with indigenous cell manufacturing by 2028, advancing from modules to cells to wafers and ingots to boost self-reliance, stated MNRE Minister Pralhad Joshi. Nearly 20 lakh households have benefited under PM Surya Ghar Yojana, and the second phase of PM-KUSUM will be launched after March 2026.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | September 11, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1367

Government Appoints Akash Tripathi as Managing Director of SECI

Akash Tripathi, a 1998-batch IAS officer and currently Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Power, has been appointed as the new Managing Director of Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI). Santosh Sarangi, IAS, Secretary, MNRE, will continue as Chairman of SECI.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | August 26, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  956

ALMM Update: MNRE Adds 8,774 MW Solar Module Capacity, Total Capacity Crosses 100 GW

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has updated the ALMM List-I, adding 8,774 MW of solar module capacity and pushing India’s cumulative ALMM-listed manufacturing capacity past the 100 GW milestone. Seven new manufacturers have been added to the list.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | August 16, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1020

MNRE Issues Testing Guidelines for Series Approval of SPV Modules for Compulsory BIS Registration

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued new guidelines for series approval of SPV modules for conducting testing in test labs for compulsory registration with Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for the implementation of Solar Systems, Devices and Components Goods (Quality Control) Order, 2025.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | August 14, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1011

ALMM Enlisted Solar PV Module Manufacturing Capacity Crosses 100 GW Milestone

India has crossed 100 GW of solar PV module manufacturing capacity under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM), a sharp rise from 2.3 GW in 2014, marking a major step toward self-reliance and clean energy goals.

Ministry Of New And Renewable Energy | August 14, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1169

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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 |  336

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