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...

Policies & Regulations | June 09, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1308 readings

MNRE Exempts Residential Rooftop Projects Opting Out of CFA from ALMM-II Compliance

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has exempted residential rooftop solar consumers opting out of Central Financial Assistance and availing net metering...

Policies & Regulations | June 09, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1710 readings

APTEL Quashes MSEDCL’s 2 GW/4 GWh BESS Tender, Cites Post-Bid Change in Project Conditions

Appellate Tribunal for Electricity has quashed Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission’s approval of MSEDCL’s 2,000 MW/4,000 MWh BESS tender,...

Policies & Regulations | June 06, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1372 readings

India, Venezuela Explore Deeper Energy Partnership as Crude Trade Surges

Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri and Venezuela’s Acting President discussed expanding energy cooperation as Venezuelan crude...

Policies & Regulations | June 05, 2026 | By EI News Network |  783 readings

75 Lakh Households Targeted for Rooftop Solar Installations Under PM Surya Ghar by Dec 2026: Joshi

PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana has crossed 40 lakh beneficiary households within two years and is projected to reach 75 lakh households by December 2026,...

Policies & Regulations | June 05, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  2930 readings

Cabinet Approves INR 9,585 Crore Scheme to Replace Older Trucks and Buses in Delhi-NCR

The Union Cabinet has approved an INR 9,585 crore scheme to accelerate the replacement of older BS-IV and pre-BS-IV trucks and buses in Delhi-NCR with cleaner...

Policies & Regulations | June 05, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  646 readings

MNRE Seeks Monthly Solar Cell and Module Price Data from ALMM-Listed Manufacturers

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has directed all ALMM-listed solar cell and module manufacturers to report monthly price ranges of domestically manufactured...

Policies & Regulations | June 04, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1958 readings

OERC Unveils Draft Ancillary Services Regulations 2026 to Strengthen Odisha Grid, Enable Energy Storage

The Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC) has proposed a new ancillary services framework to improve grid reliability, support renewable energy integration...

Policies & Regulations | June 03, 2026 | By EI News Network |  686 readings

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 | June 03, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1175 readings

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...

Policies & Regulations | June 03, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1030 readings