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Ministry of Power Extends ISTS Charge Waivers for Solar, Wind Projects Hit by Grid Delays

Ministry of Power has extended ISTS charge waivers for solar and wind projects facing delays due to transmission constraints, subject to eligibility, including a firm PPA as of March 31, 2026, firm connectivity between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2028, and COD linked to transmission system readiness.

Ministry Of Power | April 28, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  226

PFC Appoints Rajesh Kumar Agarwal as Director (Finance)

PFC appoints Rajesh Kumar Agarwal as Director (Finance) for five years, bringing over 31 years’ experience in power sector finance.

Ministry Of Power | April 27, 2026 | By EI News Network |  391

SGEL Invites Bids for Sale of 712 MW Solar PV Modules in Gujarat and Maharashtra

SGEL issues Expression of Interest (EOI) to assess market interest and explore commercial avenues for sale of 712 MW solar PV modules at two locations in India.

Ministry Of Power | April 26, 2026 | By EI News Network |  738

Juniper Green Energy Begins Commissioning India’s First Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy Project

Integrated solar, wind and battery storage project launched under Ministry of Power FDRE guidelines to deliver reliable, grid-aligned clean energy across Rajasthan and Gujarat.

Ministry Of Power | April 21, 2026 | By News Bureau |  1042

MoP Pushes Insurance Surety Bonds as Alternative to Bank Guarantees Across Power Procurement

The Ministry of Power has directed states and utilities to accept Insurance Surety Bonds as an alternative to bank guarantees for bid and performance security across power procurement and BESS tenders.

Ministry Of Power | April 08, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  751

Bihar DISCOMs Secure Top Rankings in National Power Utility Assessments

North Bihar Power Distribution Company secured an ‘A’ rating in the Consumer Service Rating of DISCOMs (CSRD), reflecting performance across parameters such as supply reliability, billing efficiency and grievance redressal.

Ministry Of Power | March 23, 2026 | By Abha Rustagi |  555

CEA Honours 250 Linemen at 6th Lineman Diwas Celebrations

The Central Electricity Authority celebrated the 6th Lineman Diwas in New Delhi, honouring 250 frontline power workers from 66 utilities, highlighting safety practices, technology adoption, and the critical role of linemen in maintaining reliable electricity supply.

Ministry Of Power | March 09, 2026 | By EI News Network |  962

India to Add 97 GW Coal and Lignite Based Thermal Capacity by 2035: CEA Study

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) estimates that India will need around 3,07,000 MW of thermal capacity by 2035, with the Ministry of Power planning to add at least 97,000 MW of new coal- and lignite-based capacity.

Ministry Of Power | February 10, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1797

CEA Roadmap Sets 100 GW Pumped Storage Target by 2035–36

CEA roadmap targets 100 GW pumped storage by 2035–36 to support renewable integration, grid stability, and long-duration energy storage.

Ministry Of Power | February 02, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1536

Power Minister Calls for Stronger, Financially Viable DISCOMs at EDICON 2026

Power Minister Manohar Lal underscored the need for financially strong and self-sustaining DISCOMs while inaugurating EDICON 2026, the national conference on electricity distribution organised by the Ministry of Power and All India Discoms Association.

Ministry Of Power | January 22, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  683

Articles

The Role of BESS in India’s Renewable Energy Goals: Facilitating Renewable Integration and Grid Stability

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are critical to achieving India’s COP26 Panchamrit commitments, enabling renewable integration and ensuring grid stability. With rising renewable penetration and peak demand mismatches, BESS addresses the g...

Ministry Of Power | June 20, 2025 | By News Bureau |  138

Decarbonisation in India by 2030: The Critical Industries Leading the Charge

India’s 2030 decarbonisation target is an ambitious yet necessary step toward a sustainable future. With a commitment to decarbonising 50% of its energy sector and achieving 500 GW of fossil-fuel-free generating capacity, the goal far surpass...

Ministry Of Power | February 21, 2025 | By News Bureau |  433

ALMM Extension to Boost Growth of Indian Solar Industry but Slow Down Investments by Domestic Manufactures

The ministry had introduced the ALMM list to boost domestic manufacturing reducing the country’s dependence on imports. However, the domestic capacity was not being able to meet the demand for solar PV in India. In a bid to boost installed sola...

Ministry Of Power | April 26, 2023 | By News Bureau |  1564

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