Hero Future, Rays Power, Resolven, Hexa, Juniper Among Winners in SECI’s 1 GW FDRE Auction
SECI's 1,000 MW FDRE-RTC power auction has discovered an L1 tariff of INR 5.25/kWh, with EMIF II, Hero Future Energies, Purvah Green Power, Resolven, Rays Power Infra, Hexa Climate and Juniper Green Energy emerging as winners for supplying power from ISTS-connected renewable energy projects integrated with energy storage systems.
Business | 07/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Cabinet Approves INR 23,731 Crore GOBARdhan Scheme to Boost India's CBG Production
The Union Cabinet has approved the INR 23,731 crore GOBARdhan National Circular Bioenergy Scheme for implementation from FY 2026-27 to FY 2035-36, targeting nearly ten-fold growth in domestic compressed biogas production through an integrated policy framework.
Policies & Regulations | 07/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
MNRE Issues Detailed Clarification on ALMM List-II Applicability Across Solar Project Categories
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has issued a comprehensive clarification on the applicability of ALMM List-II for solar PV cells across competitive bidding, rooftop solar, net metering, open access, behind-the-meter and Domestic Content Requirement (DCR)-based solar projects.
Policies & Regulations | 05/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
PM Surya Ghar Scheme Crosses 50 Lakh Rooftop Solar Installations; 14.8 GW Capacity Commissioned
The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana has surpassed the milestone of 50.06 lakh rooftop solar installations, with 14.8 GW of cumulative capacity commissioned, marking a significant acceleration in residential solar adoption under the Government of India's flagship rooftop solar programme.
Business | 04/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
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.
Policies & Regulations | 04/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
GE Vernova to Supply 43 Wind Turbines for Enfinity Global's Rajasthan Wind Farm
GE Vernova will supply and install 43 locally manufactured 3.8 MW wind turbines for Enfinity Global's Fatehgarh Wind Farm in Rajasthan, reinforcing India's 'Make in India' initiative and clean energy transition.
Renewable energy / Wind Power | 05/08/2026 | By News Bureau
Serentica Commissions Phase 1 of 1 GWh BESS to Deliver Round-the-Clock Renewable Power
Serentica Renewables has commissioned the first 200 MWh phase of its 1 GWh Battery Energy Storage System in Bikaner, enabling 24x7 renewable power supply for industrial users while strengthening grid stability and accelerating India's clean energy transition.
Energy efficiency | 05/08/2026 | By News Bureau
UJVNL Floats Tender for 90 MW/225 MWh BESS in Uttarakhand; 60 MWh Eligible for VGF
UJVNL has invited bids to develop a 90 MW/225 MWh Battery Energy Storage System in Uttarakhand, with 60 MWh eligible for Viability Gap Funding. Bid submission ends on August 25, 2026.
Energy Storage | 05/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Tata Power Promotes Energy Independence with Rooftop Solar and Battery Storage Solutions
Tata Power is accelerating India's clean energy transition by combining rooftop solar with advanced battery energy storage solutions, enabling reliable, uninterrupted and cost-effective power for residential, commercial and industrial consumers.
Business | 05/08/2026 | By News Bureau
Oyster Renewable Commissions 52.8 MW Wind Capacity in Gujarat for Jindal Stainless
Oyster Renewable commissioned 52.8 MW of wind capacity in Gujarat for Jindal Stainless, advancing its 315.6 MW hybrid renewable energy project.
Business | 05/08/2026 | By EI News Network
India’s Solar Power Generation Surges 138 Percent in Four Years, Crosses 174.7 Billion Units in FY26
India’s solar power generation rose 138 percent to 174.76 billion units in FY26, while its share in electricity generation nearly doubled, reflecting the country’s accelerating renewable energy transition.
Business | 05/08/2026 | By EI News Network
Rajesh Power Services Bags Major Gujarat Power Distribution Upgrade Contract
Rajesh Power Services has secured an INR 362.83 crore order from PGVCL to upgrade Jamnagar's electricity distribution infrastructure through underground cabling and advanced grid modernisation technologies.
Business | 05/08/2026 | By News Bureau
CEA Draft Grid Connectivity Norms Propose Grid-Forming Capability, Expanded Role for BESS
The Central Electricity Authority has proposed new grid connectivity standards that seek to position Battery Energy Storage Systems and grid-forming inverter technologies as key enablers of grid stability amid rising renewable energy integration.
Policies & Regulations | 05/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Headsup B2B has partnered with INA Solar to distribute solar modules across India, targeting INR 150 crore annual solar revenue while expanding its eastern India distribution network and supporting growing renewable energy demand.
Business | 05/08/2026 | By EI News Network
KEC International Secures New Orders Worth INR 1,063 Crore
KEC International has secured new orders worth INR 1,063 crore across renewables, transmission and distribution, civil, and cables and conductors business, including a 50 MW wind EPC project in Western India, strengthening its year-to-date order intake to over INR 6,300 crore.
Business | 05/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
