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REC India Appoints IAS Isha Duhan as Executive Director on Central Deputation

Isha Duhan, IAS, joins REC as Executive Director on central deputation and will support the PM Surya Ghar Yojana, for which REC has been designated the National Programme Implementing Agency to accelerate household rooftop solar adoption.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | September 11, 2026 | By News Bureau | 1152

MNRE Advises PM Surya Ghar Vendors to Clear Applications Within 60 Days

MNRE has advised PM Surya Ghar vendors to align applications with their execution capacity and avoid retaining consumer applications for more than 60 days without valid reasons. The Ministry has identified 66 underperforming vendors with high pending applications, based on April–June 2026 performance benchmarks, for deactivation.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | August 26, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1589

Freyr Energy Launches High-Performance SiC Solar Inverters for Indian Homes

Freyr Energy launches a new range of SiC-based solar inverters with smart monitoring, safety features and 10-year warranty, targeting growing demand for efficient and reliable residential rooftop solar solutions in India.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | August 19, 2026 | By News Bureau | 1161

REC, WBSEDCL Hold National Vendor Meet to Accelerate Rooftop Solar Adoption in West Bengal

The REC-WBSEDCL vendor meet in Kolkata brings government agencies, DISCOMs, vendors and training partners together to address implementation challenges and accelerate rooftop solar installations under PM-Surya Ghar in West Bengal.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | August 17, 2026 | By News Bureau | 741

Tamil Nadu Announces Residential Rooftop Solar Subsidy of Up to INR 1 Lakh

Tamil Nadu's Revised Budget 2026-27 proposes a rooftop solar subsidy of up to INR 1 lakh, a new BESS Promotion Policy and major investments in power generation, transmission and distribution infrastructure.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | August 06, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 2637

MNRE Issues Branding Guidelines for PM Surya Ghar Rooftop Solar Installations

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has issued guidelines establishing a standardised branding framework for the placement of the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana logo on rooftop solar installations to ensure uniform identification, visibility and traceability of systems installed under the scheme.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | August 04, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 2395

India-Australia Rooftop Solar Training Academy Graduates First Cohort of Solar Technicians

The India-Australia Rooftop Solar Training Academy at Pandit Deendayal Energy University has completed its first batch of trainee technicians, marking a key milestone in the bilateral renewable energy partnership while building a skilled, inclusive workforce to accelerate rooftop solar adoption across India.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | July 29, 2026 | By News Bureau | 935

TPWODL Surpasses 111 MW Rooftop Solar Capacity Across Western Odisha

TPWODL has enabled over 111 MW of rooftop solar capacity across Western Odisha, reducing annual CO₂ emissions by nearly 1.32 lakh tonnes and expanding access to affordable clean energy through government-backed incentives and innovative financing models.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | July 29, 2026 | By News Bureau | 664

PM Surya Ghar Crosses 39.38 Lakh Rooftop Solar Installations, Capacity Reaches 14.07 GW

The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana has achieved over 39.38 lakh rooftop solar installations across India, taking the cumulative installed capacity to approximately 14.07 GW as of July 20, 2026.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | July 24, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey | 1935

Tata Power Launches Odisha’s First Solar Rath to Drive Rooftop Solar Awareness Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme

Solar Sanga, Tata Power's outreach ambassador, will educate households on the PM Surya Ghar scheme, rooftop solar benefits, government subsidies, eligibility, application process, and suitable solar solutions for consumers' energy needs.

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | July 16, 2026 | By News Bureau | 819

Articles

What PM Surya Ghar Reveals About India’s Readiness for Distributed Power

For years, India’s energy transition has been defined by scale: bigger solar parks, larger capacity targets, and record-breaking gigawatt additions. But the real transformation may not come from the deserts of Rajasthan or the solar corridors o...

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | September 15, 2026 | By News Bureau

How Extreme Heatwaves and Rising Power Demand Are Accelerating Solar Adoption Across India

India is currently navigating a profound climate and energy test. With Northwest and Central India experiencing heat waves that routinely exceed 45°C and demand for power continuing to grow, May 2026 will likely go down in the history books for I...

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | July 07, 2026 | By News Bureau

Solar Panel Installation for Home Cost: Complete Pricing Guide for Homeowners

Do you ever feel like your monthly electricity bill is turning into a second rent payment? You aren't alone. As utility prices keep climbing across India, thousands of homeowners are looking up at their roofs and seeing a massive opportunity to s...

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | July 01, 2026 | By News Bureau

Self-Cleaning Solar Technology: A Smarter Way to Maximise ROI

India’s rooftop solar market is witnessing rapid growth as residential and commercial consumers look for ways to reduce electricity costs and adopt sustainable energy solutions. However, one often overlooked factor affecting solar performance i...

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | June 23, 2026 | By News Bureau

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)...

PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana | April 17, 2026 | By News Bureau