CERC Fixes RCO Buyout Price at INR 347/MWh, Allows 5 Percent Annual Escalation

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission has fixed the RCO buyout price at INR 347/MWh for FY25–FY26, based on an INR 346.74/MWh weighted average...

Policies & Regulations | February 20, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1818 readings

Power Minister Manohar Lal Inaugurates Ministry of Power Pavilion at AI Impact Summit 2026

Power Minister Manohar Lal inaugurates Ministry of Power Pavilion showcasing PG-AMRIT, eAabhas, and startup innovations.

Policies & Regulations | February 19, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1148 readings

India, France Deepen Strategic Ties with Push on Clean Energy, Power and Artificial Intelligence

India and France upgraded ties to a Special Global Strategic Partnership after talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron,...

Policies & Regulations | February 18, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1326 readings

MeitY Mandates Rated Capacity Verification for Sealed Lithium Cells and Batteries

Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) mandates measurement and verification of rated capacity for sealed secondary lithium cells and batteries...

Policies & Regulations | February 17, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1513 readings

MNRE Extends ALMM Compliance Deadline for Wind Turbine Special Bearings

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has granted additional time for compliance with its amended procedure for inclusion and updating of Wind Turbine...

Policies & Regulations | February 17, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1468 readings

UTL Solar Enters ALMM List-II for Solar Cells, Total Enlisted Capacity Reaches 27,227 MW

Fujiyama Power Systems (UTL Solar) has entered the ALMM List-II for solar PV cells by adding 437 MW of Mono PERC solar cells capacity, taking the total enlisted...

Policies & Regulations | February 16, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1406 readings

UP FY 26-27 Budget: State Targets 22,000 MW Clean Energy with INR 2,104 Crore Outlay

Uttar Pradesh plans 22,000 MW clean power via solar, bio-energy and green hydrogen over five years.

Policies & Regulations | February 13, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1880 readings

Odisha Inks INR 67,000 Crore Deals for 6.8 GW Renewable Projects

Odisha signs INR 67,000 crore MoUs for 6.8 GW renewable projects covering solar, wind and pumped storage systems across the state.

Policies & Regulations | February 13, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1339 readings

Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy Launches 2nd Tranche of Exploration Licence Blocks

Union Minister launches 2nd tranche of Exploration Licence blocks and GSI NG Portal, enhancing India’s domestic mineral exploration and self-reliance.

Policies & Regulations | February 13, 2026 | By EI News Network |  887 readings

NITI Aayog Unveils Reports on Viksit Bharat 2047, Net Zero Transition

NITI Aayog has released sectoral study reports outlining scenarios for achieving Viksit Bharat by 2047 and Net Zero by 2070, highlighting priorities across...

Policies & Regulations | February 12, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1476 readings