MNRE Orders Urgent SCADA-Based Remote Control Systems for WTGs Near IAF Airfields

MNRE directs urgent SCADA-based remote control system installation for WTGs near IAF airfields to prevent radar interference.

Policies & Regulations | December 12, 2025 | By EI News Network |  892 readings

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...

Policies & Regulations | December 12, 2025 | By EI News Network |  2048 readings

CERC Issues Order Clarifying GNA Rules, Grants Relief to Renewable Developers

CERC issued an order to remove difficulties in implementing GNA regulations, streamlining ISTS connectivity and easing industry challenges.

Policies & Regulations | December 10, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1568 readings

PM-KUSUM Achieves 9,466 MW, 19 Lakh Farmers Benefit Across India

The scheme has released INR 7,089 crore, prioritises small farmers, and expands solar irrigation and grid-connected projects nationwide, including strong uptake...

Policies & Regulations | December 09, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1636 readings

Smart Meter Rollout Crosses Over 4 Crore Mark

Installation of 4.76 crore smart meters is reshaping electricity distribution by enabling prepaid systems, improving operational efficiency, strengthening grid...

Policies & Regulations | December 09, 2025 | By EI News Network |  2062 readings

Grid Connectivity Revoked for 6.3 GW RE Projects Over Developer Delays

Since 2022, Central Transmission Utility of India Ltd. (CTUIL) has revoked grid access for 24 renewable energy projects totaling 6.3 GW due to developer delays,...

Policies & Regulations | December 09, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1059 readings

MNRE Flags Module Overcapacity, Urges Banks to Prioritise Funding Upstream Solar Components

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has urged banks exercise caution in funding new solar PV module manufacturing project and advised banks to prioritise...

Policies & Regulations | December 06, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  2765 readings

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...

Policies & Regulations | December 05, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1296 readings

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...

Policies & Regulations | December 05, 2025 | By EI News Network |  3877 readings

European Patent Office Revokes Multi-Busbar Patent, Clearing Key Barrier for Europe’s Solar Manufacturing Revival

The European Patent Office (EPO) has fully revoked a major multi-busbar patent after an ESMC-led opposition, removing legal risks for European module makers...

Policies & Regulations | December 04, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1384 readings