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India Observes World Environment Day with Renewable Energy Focus; Industry Voices Support for Sustainable Growth

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

Manohar Lal Reviews Haryana Power Sector, Pushes Smart Metering Plus Loss Reduction With Timely Subsidy Payments

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

JSW Neo Energy Signs INR 19,950 Cr MoU with Maha Govt for 5,200 MW Western Ghats PSP

JSW Neo Energy has signed an INR 19,950 crore MoU with Maharashtra’s Water Resources Department to develop the 5,200 MW Western Ghats pumped storage hydropower project. Maharashtra has signed two additional MoUs for 400 MW and 200 MW PSPs with MAHAGENCO Renewable Energy and New Asian Infrastructure Development.

Renewable energy / Hydropower | 12/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Government Charts Power Expansion Plan to Meet Rising Peak Demand by 2031-32

The government’s Comprehensive Generation and Transmission Plan targets 874 GW capacity by 2031-32, with major thermal, renewable, hydro, nuclear, and storage additions, alongside extensive transmission upgrades to meet rising peak power demand.

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

MAHAGENCO REL Signs MoU for 400 MW Koyna Stage-6 Pumped Storage Project in Maharashtra

MAHAGENCO Renewable Energy has inked an MoU with Maharashtra’s Water Resources Department to develop the 400 MW Koyna Stage-6 pumped storage hydropower project in Patan, Satara, at an investment of about INR 2,800 crore.

Renewable energy / Hydropower | 12/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey

NISE, Toyota Kirloskar Motor Sign MoU to Advance Green Hydrogen Mobility in India

National Institute of Solar Energy and Toyota Kirloskar Motor have signed an MoU to advance green hydrogen mobility in India through real-world testing of the Toyota Mirai Fuel-Cell Electric Vehicles across diverse Indian conditions.

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

NueGo Expands National Network With New Electric Bus Routes Across South and North India

NueGo highlighted that safety remains central to its service promise. Each coach undergoes 25 safety checks, covering both mechanical and electrical systems, before every departure.

Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 12/12/2025 | By Abha Rustagi

Scatec Operationalises Second 60 MW Unit of its 120 MW Solar Project in Botswana, South Africa

Scatec has begun commercial operations of the second 60 MW unit of its 120 MW Mmadinare Solar Cluster in Botswana. The first phase of 60 MW was operationalised in March 2025. Together, the two plants are expected to generate 280 GWh of clean energy annually.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 12/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Toyota, NISE Partner to Test Hydrogen-Powered Mirai, Boosting National Green Hydrogen Mission

Toyota Kirloskar Motor and NISE signed an MoU to evaluate the Toyota Mirai under Indian conditions, advancing hydrogen mobility, supporting the Green Hydrogen Mission, and strengthening India’s clean transport and decarbonisation goals.

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

SJVN Launches RfS to Select Developers for 2,000 MW Pumped Storage Capacity

SJVN issues RfS to select developers for 2,000 MW pumped storage projects with eight-hour discharge under tariff-based competitive bidding.

Business | 11/12/2025 | By EI News Network

Avaada Group Honours Rural Changemakers at Millionaire Farmer Awards 2025

Avaada Group honoured rural changemakers at the Millionaire Farmer Awards 2025, highlighting its continued commitment to rural empowerment and sustainable development. Through its participation, the group showcased initiatives spanning solar-powered irrigation, clean energy adoption, and efforts to strengthen local agricultural ecosystems.

Business | 11/12/2025 | By News Bureau

Oyster Green Hybrid Three, Kshema Power to Build 350 MW Transmission Infrastructure in MP

Kshema Power will develop a 51-km transmission line and 33/220 kV AIS substation for Oyster’s 350 MW hybrid project in Madhya Pradesh, boosting renewable evacuation capacity and strengthening high-capacity wind-solar integration.

Business | 11/12/2025 | By EI News Network