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MNRE Minister Pralhad Joshi Announces INR 100 Cr Call for Proposals for Biomass-based Hydrogen Pilots

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi has launched an INR 100 crore Call for Proposals to support pilot projects developing green hydrogen from biomass and waste materials under the National Green Hydrogen Mission, along with the Mission’s logo at the 3rd International Conference on Green Hydrogen (ICGH 2025) in New Delhi.

MNRE Minister | November 12, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1038

Senvion India Unveils 4.2 MW Wind Turbine Prototype at Windergy India 2025

Senvion India has unveiled a 4.2 MW wind turbine generator prototype at Windergy India 2025 in Chennai, built on its 4XM platform with over 85 percent locally sourced components. Serial production is expected to start in 2026.

MNRE Minister | October 30, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 580

Gujarat Sources 60 Percent of Installed Capacity from Renewables: Pralhad Joshi

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said Gujarat now generates around 60 percent of its installed power capacity from renewable energy, highlighting the state’s role in India’s clean energy growth at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Mehsana.

MNRE Minister | October 10, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 477

Avaada Signs INR 36,000 Cr MoU with Gujarat Govt for 5 GW Solar, 1 GW Wind and 5 GWh BESS Projects

Avaada Group has signed an MoU with the Gujarat government to invest INR 36,000 crore in 5 GW solar, 1 GW wind, and 5 GWh battery storage projects. The projects are expected to commence between 2027-2030.

MNRE Minister | October 09, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 706

Pralhad Joshi Launches Solar Cell and Module Manufacturing Training, Unveils New Solar PV Potential Assessment Report

The Union Minister Pralhad Joshi released the updated ‘Solar PV Potential Assessment Report’ and launched the first Training Programme on Solar Cell and Module Manufacturing, under the aegis of Seva Parv.

MNRE Minister | September 24, 2025 | By Abha Rustagi | 853

Energy Storage Is Key to a Resilient, Clean Power Sector, Says Pralhad Joshi

On World Energy Storage Day, Minister Pralhad Joshi highlighted India’s 65 GWh BESS pipeline, falling storage costs, record-low solar+storage tariff, and policies promoting domestic manufacturing, innovation, and reliable integration of renewable energy.

MNRE Minister | September 23, 2025 | By EI News Network | 1196

India Meets 2030 Clean Power Goal Early Amid 11 GW Tender Cancellations

India has achieved 50 percent non-fossil power capacity ahead of 2030, even as over 11 GW of renewable tenders were cancelled and 43 GW of PPAs remain unsigned due to market challenges.

MNRE Minister | July 31, 2025 | By EI News Network | 1752

MNRE Minister Pralhad Joshi Inaugurates Zelestra India’s 435 MW Gorbea Solar Power Project in Rajasthan

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, has inaugurated the 435 MW Gorbea Solar Power Project in Rajasthan, developed by Zelestra India. It is backed by a 25-year PPA with Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) and will generate 755 GWh of clean electricity annually.

MNRE Minister | July 21, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1369

Minister Naik Urges Global, Domestic Investment in Green Hydrogen at CII Conclave

Shripad Naik calls for industry-led R&D, infrastructure development, and international partnerships to scale Green Hydrogen adoption, cut fossil fuel dependence, and position India as a global hydrogen hub.

MNRE Minister | June 19, 2025 | By EI News Network | 895

IREDA Raises INR 2,005.90 Crore Through QIP to Strengthen Green Financing Capacity

IREDA has raised INR 2,005.90 crore via QIP to boost renewable energy financing. The oversubscribed issue strengthens its capital base, enhancing its ability to fund India’s clean energy growth.

MNRE Minister | June 11, 2025 | By EI News Network | 957