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

India’s Gas Price Index GIXI Rises 3 Percent in February to INR 992/MMBtu

India’s GIXI gas price index rises 3 percent to INR 992/MMBtu in February, while IGX traded volumes fall 36 percent month-on-month.

Business | 07/03/2026 | By EI News Network

Vedanta Power Highlights Rising Women Workforce Across Operations and Leadership on International Women’s Day

Vedanta Power reports nearly 29 percent women representation in FY2026, expanding roles across engineering, operations and leadership while launching the ‘Power, Held By Her’ campaign to strengthen gender inclusivity.

Business | 07/03/2026 | By News Bureau

KERC Issues 2026 Regulations, Notifies Roadmap to Gradually Reduce Cross Subsidy and Cross Subsidy Surcharge

The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has issued new regulations outlining a phased roadmap to reduce electricity tariff cross-subsidies, aligning tariffs closer to actual supply costs and complying with the Electricity Act, 2003.

Policies & Regulations | 07/03/2026 | By EI News Network

Technique Solaire Commissions 2.8 MWp Solar Plant in Haryana Under PM-KUSUM Scheme

Technique Solaire has commissioned a 2.8 MWp solar plant in Haryana, the first unit of its 16.8 MWp project being developed under the PM KUSUM Scheme.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 07/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

JK Tyre to Procure Captive Solar Power from Oriana Power and Fourth Partner Energy

JK Tyre and Industries will invest a total of INR 6.57 crore to pick up 26 percent stakes in SPVs of Oriana Power and Fourth Partner Energy to procure solar power under the captive mode.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 07/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Eastman Auto and Power Secures SEBI Nod for Proposed IPO

Eastman Auto and Power Ltd has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India to proceed with its proposed initial public offering following the filing of a confidential DRHP in December 2025.

Business | 07/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Himachal Pradesh Mandates EV Charging Infrastructure in Commercial, Public and Semi-Public Buildings

The Government of Himachal Pradesh has mandated EV charging infrastructure in commercial and public buildings under the Himachal Pradesh Town and Country Planning Rules, 2026 while introducing additional FAR incentives for energy-efficient buildings compliant with the HP Energy Conservation Building Code (HPECBC) Rules 2018.

Policies & Regulations | 07/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Hero Future Energies Signs MoU with VNEB to Deploy Rooftop Solar and BESS in Vietnam

Hero Future Energies has signed an MoU with Viet Nam Electricity Business Joint Stock Company to deploy rooftop solar and battery energy storage systems across industrial parks in Vietnam.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 07/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Sunsure Energy Signs PPAs with Daeseung Autoparts and Ilgahng Automotive

Sunsure Energy has signed long-term solar Power Purchase Agreements with Daeseung Autoparts India and Ilgahng Automotive to supply about 12.7 million units of renewable power annually from its 75 MWp solar plant in Tamil Nadu.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 07/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Envision Energy Secures USD 600 Million Sustainability-Linked Syndicated Loan

Envision Energy has secured a USD 600 million sustainability-linked syndicated term loan in Hong Kong, marking its largest non-project offshore financing and drawing participation from 13 international banks.

Business | 06/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

 
 
 
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