India has emerged as one of the fastest-growing renewable energy markets globally, with solar power driving much of the expansion. The country’s renewable energy capacity stands at nearly 279 GW. Solar energy accounts for about 155 GW of that capacity, while wind power has crossed 56 GW.
Business | 05/06/2026 | By Abha Rustagi
Power Ministry Committee Assesses Grid Stability Amid Record Integration of Over 50 GW RE Capacity
Power Ministry committee reviewed grid stability measures and endorsed initiatives supporting reliable renewable integration exceeding 50 GW annually.
Policies & Regulations | 03/06/2026 | By EI News Network
Union Minister Manohar Lal reviewed Haryana’s power sector in Chandigarh. Focus on RDSS, DISCOM finances, smart metering rollout from Aug 31, loss reduction and PM Surya Ghar expansion with automated subsidy payments.
Business | 03/06/2026 | By News Bureau
India Extends Countervailing Duty on Malaysian Solar Glass Imports for Five More Years
India has extended countervailing duties on solar glass imports from Malaysia for another five years, retaining levies of 9.71 percent to 10.14 percent to protect the domestic solar manufacturing industry from subsidised imports.
Policies & Regulations | 03/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Andhra Pradesh Unveils INR 22,000 Crore Green Energy Corridor to Support 18 GW Renewable Capacity
Andhra Pradesh launches a INR 22,000 crore Green Energy Corridor to integrate renewable power, strengthen transmission networks, and attract investments.
Business | 01/06/2026 | By EI News Network
APTEL Quashes MSEDCL’s 2 GW/4 GWh BESS Tender, Cites Post-Bid Change in Project Conditions
Appellate Tribunal for Electricity has quashed Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission’s approval of MSEDCL’s 2,000 MW/4,000 MWh BESS tender, holding that a post-bid Ministry of Power condition linked to VGF eligibility materially altered the tender terms and compromised the integrity of the competitive bidding process.
Policies & Regulations | 06/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Maruti Suzuki Announces New Biogas Projects, Commits INR 150 Crore to Clean Energy Initiatives
On World Environment Day, Maruti Suzuki India unveiled two biogas projects, including a new 10 TPD plant at Kharkhoda and an expanded facility at Manesar, aimed at reducing fossil fuel dependence, lowering carbon emissions and strengthening its clean energy ecosystem.
Renewable energy / Other Renewables | 06/06/2026 | By News Bureau
Vedanta Cuts Metals Emissions Intensity by 15 Percent Since FY21, Accelerates Low-Carbon Growth
Renewable energy use rises over 50 percent in FY26 as Vedanta Group advances decarbonisation, afforestation, water stewardship and sustainable manufacturing initiatives across businesses.
Business | 06/06/2026 | By News Bureau
Aequs SEZ Achieves Near-Complete Renewable Energy Adoption, Sets Benchmark for Green Manufacturing
Belagavi Aerospace Cluster powers operations through almost 100 percent renewable energy while delivering significant carbon reduction and cost savings.
Energy efficiency | 06/06/2026 | By News Bureau
IMFA Signs 29-Year PPA for 65 MW Hybrid Renewable Power with Enfinity Global
Indian Metals and Ferro Alloys (IMFA) has signed a 29-year PPA with EG Urja Strot, an Enfinity Global SPV, to procure 65 MW of hybrid renewable power under the captive model.
Business | 06/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
MKC Green Energy Receives LoA for 125 MW/500 MWh Standalone BESS Project from UPPCL
MKC Green Energy has received a Letter of Award (LoA) from Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation for the development of a 125 MW/500 MWh standalone Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in Uttar Pradesh.
Energy Storage | 06/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
HCC Secures INR 127 Crore Contract for Wangchhu Hydroelectric Project in Bhutan
Hindustan Construction Company (HCC) has secured an INR 127 crore contract from Wangchhu Hydroelectric Power, Bhutan, for diversion tunnels, hydromechanical gates and cofferdam works for the Wangchhu Hydroelectric Project.
Renewable energy / Hydropower | 06/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Simple Energy Raises INR 250 Crore in Series B Round to Scale EV Manufacturing
Simple Energy has raised INR 250 crore in its Series B funding round through a mix of debt and equity to support manufacturing expansion, production scale-up and business growth.
Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 06/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
ISA–World Bank Pacific Dialogue Pushes Bankable Solar Pipeline Across Island Economies
ISA and World Bank launch Pacific SIDS solar dialogue in Bali, advancing a 220 MW Mauritius pipeline and boosting bankable renewable energy projects across island nations.
Business | 05/06/2026 | By EI News Network
Adani Solar Emerges as India’s Top-Ranked PV Module Manufacturer in Wood Mackenzie 2026 Rankings
Adani Solar ranks sixth globally in Wood Mackenzie 2026 module rankings, highlighting India’s rising solar manufacturing strength amid global trade shifts, supply diversification, and growing non-Chinese market competitiveness.
Business | 05/06/2026 | By EI News Network
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