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India’s Floating Solar Potential Assessed at 102 GWp; Dedicated Scheme Under Works: Pralhad Joshi

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi unveiled a report, prepared by the National Institute of Solar Energy, estimating India’s floating solar potential at over 102 GWp and announced plans for a dedicated scheme to accelerate floating solar deployment nationwide.

Business | 11/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

India-US Energy Partnership Can Drive USD 500 Bn Bilateral Trade Target by 2030, Says USIBC-Grant Thornton Bharat Report

A new USIBC-Grant Thornton Bharat report says hydrocarbons can boost India-US energy cooperation and support USD 500 billion trade.

Business | 10/06/2026 | By EI News Network

MNRE Constitutes Expert Committee to Review Solar Project Extension Requests and ALMM Exemptions

MNRE has formed an expert committee to evaluate requests from delayed solar projects seeking commissioning extensions beyond May 31, 2026, with exemptions from ALMM List-II requirements for solar PV cells.

Policies & Regulations | 09/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Haryana Mandates EV Charging Infrastructure in New Residential and Commercial Buildings

Haryana has amended its Building Code to make EV charging infrastructure mandatory in eligible residential and non-residential buildings, requiring dedicated charging spots and EV-ready parking provisions for new and renovated projects.

Policies & Regulations | 09/06/2026 | By EI News Network

MNRE Allows ALMM Listing of Solar Modules up to 3 Percent Higher Wattage Without Factory Inspection

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has allowed solar PV module models with up to 3 percent higher wattage than an already ALMM-listed model to be enlisted without a fresh factory inspection, provided they are manufactured on the same production line and facility.

Policies & Regulations | 09/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Aula Energy Acquires 1 GW Solar Portfolio from Lightsource bp in Australia

Aula Energy has acquired five operational solar farms in Australia, totalling 1 GW, from Lightsource bp, along with an 800 MW co-located BESS development pipeline.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 27/02/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

WTO Establishes Panel to Examine China’s Complaint on India’s Auto, Renewable PLI Policies

The WTO has set up a dispute panel to review China’s complaint over India’s automotive and renewable energy policies after bilateral consultations between the two member countries failed to resolve the issue.

Policies & Regulations | 26/02/2026 | By EI News Network

Roofsol Energy Signs PPAs for 2.95 MW Rooftop Solar Projects Across Four States

Roofsol Energy has signed three PPAs with Saibaba Polymer, Virgo Group and EMotorad Electric Cycles to develop 2.95 MW of rooftop solar projects under the OPEX model across Andhra Pradesh, Haryana, Maharashtra and Punjab.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 26/02/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

NTPC Renewable Energy Operationalises 50 MW at 200 MW Dayapar Wind Energy Project in Gujarat

NTPC Green Energy, through its wholly-owned subsidiary NTPC Renewable Energy, has commissioned the first 50 MW of its 200 MW Dayapar Wind Energy Project Phase-II in Gujarat, taking the group’s total installed capacity to 9,201.08 MW.

Renewable energy / Wind Power | 26/02/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

India’s Solar Manufacturing Boom: Growth Story or Bubble in the Making?

With module capacity far outpacing domestic demand, India must now confront overcapacity head-on while strengthening upstream integration to secure long-term self-reliance and global competitiveness.

Solar manufacturing | 26/02/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

India–UK/Europe Green Corridor Vision Presented to President Murmu by Senior Industry Leaders

India–UK/Europe Green Corridor vision presented to President Murmu, aiming to accelerate industrial decarbonisation, clean mobility, circular economy, and sustainable trade.

Policies & Regulations | 26/02/2026 | By EI News Network

Best Power Equipments (BPE) Expands Middle East Footprint with Dubai Subsidiary Launch

Best Power Equipments has inaugurated BPE Power Management Consultancy FZCO in Dubai and appointed Stanislav Makarochkin to lead operations, strengthening its presence in the fast-growing Middle East BESS market.

Business | 26/02/2026 | By News Bureau

ZNShine Solarworld Signs MoU with Intelenergi to Boost Solar Module Marketing and Supply

ZNShine Solarworld signs MoU with Intelenergi to market and supply 25 MW solar modules manufactured at its Roorkee facility.

Business | 26/02/2026 | By EI News Network

Premier Energies Unveils Zero Busbar TOPCon Solar Cell at Intersolar Gandhinagar

Premier Energies launched its Zero Busbar (0BB) TOPCon solar cell at Intersolar Gandhinagar, reducing silver usage, minimising shading losses and enhancing efficiency, durability and long-term reliability in Indian climates.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 26/02/2026 | By News Bureau

Xbattery Launches XB-5K Home Energy Storage System Built on Indigenous BharatBMS

Hyderabad-based Xbattery has unveiled the 5kWh XB-5K energy storage system powered by its BharatBMS platform, aiming to reduce China import dependence and strengthen India’s growing battery ecosystem.

Energy efficiency | 26/02/2026 | By News Bureau