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NLC India Secures EUR 100 Million Loan from KfW Germany for Solar, Energy Storage Projects

NLC India has signed a EUR 100 million loan agreement with KfW to fund solar and battery energy storage projects.

Business | 22/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

ReNew to Set Up INR 5,400 Crore Solar Manufacturing Facility in Andhra Pradesh

ReNew’s 6 GW ingot and wafer plant in Anakapalli to boost domestic solar supply chain, reduce import dependence and support India’s 500 GW renewable energy target by 2030.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 22/04/2026 | By News Bureau

India Surges Past US, Germany to Lead Global Wind Market Outside China in 2025

India has installed record 6.3 GW wind capacity in 2025, up 85 percent, overtaking US and Germany. Growth driven by hybrid auctions, delayed projects, and rising domestic manufacturing strength.

Business | 22/04/2026 | By EI News Network

CERC Proposes Market Coupling, Grid India to Act as Market Coupling Operator

CERC’s draft mandates market coupling for Day-Ahead Market (DAM), Real-Time Market (RTM), appointing Grid India as sole operator, aiming to unify price discovery, improve liquidity, and reduce fragmentation across power exchanges.

Policies & Regulations | 21/04/2026 | By EI News Network

Ministry of Power Extends RCO Compliance Deadline for FY 2024-25 to May 31, 2026

Ministry of Power extends FY 2024-25 RCO compliance deadline to May 31, giving entities more time to submit renewable consumption data and meet obligations.

Policies & Regulations | 20/04/2026 | By EI News Network

NTPC Green Energy, Chhattisgarh State Power Generation Company Form JV for 2 GW RE Projects

NTPC Green Energy has formed a 74:26 joint venture with Chhattisgarh State Power Generation Company to develop 2 GW of renewable energy projects in the state, with an approximate investment of INR 10,000 crore.

Business | 06/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey

VinFast to Invest USD 500 Mn to Expand Tamil Nadu Plant to Enter Electric Buses and E-Scooters Segment

VinFast has signed an MoU with the Tamil Nadu government to secure about 200 hectares at SIPCOT Industrial Park in Thoothukudi for expanding its existing facility, where it plans to produce electric buses, e-scooters and related EV infrastructure as part of a USD 500 million scale-up.

Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 06/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey

India Targets 60–80 GW C&I Renewable Push by 2030, Says MNRE Secretary

MNRE Secretary Santosh Kumar Sarangi says commercial and industrial developers will deliver 60–80 GW of renewable energy by 2030, with states ramping tenders, rooftop solar expanding, and storage emerging as a key priority.

Policies & Regulations | 05/12/2025 | By EI News Network

Maharashtra Mandates 5–7 Percent Bamboo Biomass Blending in Thermal Power Plants

The state will blend 5–7 percent bamboo biomass in thermal plants from December 2025, backed by INR 1,534 crore initially and a INR 11,797 crore, 20-year incentive plan to cut emissions and expand industry.

Policies & Regulations | 05/12/2025 | By EI News Network

IFC Invests ~USD 50 Million in GFCL EV for India’s First Integrated Battery Materials Facility

IFC’s ~USD 50 million investment in GFCL EV marks a major push toward building India’s first fully integrated battery materials facility. The move strengthens India’s position in the global battery-materials value chain, while supporting the country’s clean-technology goals and advanced manufacturing ambitions.

Business | 05/12/2025 | By News Bureau

ReNew to Set Up India’s First 6 GW Ingot–Wafer Manufacturing Plant in Andhra Pradesh

ReNew will invest INR 3,990 crore to build India’s first 6 GW ingot–wafer plant in Andhra Pradesh, boosting domestic solar manufacturing and creating 1,200 jobs.

Business | 05/12/2025 | By EI News Network

Eastern India to Boost Renewable Capacity by 2030 on Strong C&I Demand

Eastern India’s renewable energy landscape is set for rapid expansion, as experts at a FICCI–CRISIL dialogue in Kolkata highlighted strong C&I demand, supportive policies, and the need for faster capacity buildout to drive the region’s clean-energy transition.

Business | 05/12/2025 | By News Bureau

Incharz, Gaurs Group Partner to Expand Public EV Charging Network across NCR

Servotech EV Infra (Incharz) has partnered with Gaurs Group to roll out public EV charging stations across the Group’s high-footfall properties in Uttar Pradesh and the NCR.

Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 05/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Kundan Green Energy and Havells India Launch 21.43 MW Solar Captive Project

Havells’ partnership with Kundan Green Energy marks a significant step in its efforts to secure clean and cost-efficient power for its manufacturing operations. The companies will jointly invest INR 72.5 crore in phases to develop the 21.43 MW DC/15 MW AC captive solar project in Rajasthan, which is expected to be completed by May 31, 2026.

Business | 05/12/2025 | By News Bureau

Centre Releases INR 37,000 Crore Under Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme

Centre releases INR 37,000 crore under Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), with no pending state claims; fund disbursal tied to DISCOM performance and milestone-based evaluations.

Business | 05/12/2025 | By EI News Network