APTEL Quashes RERC’s Order Allowing INR 0.80/kWh Additional Surcharge on Open Access Consumers

APTEL quashed RERC’s order allowing INR 0.80/kWh surcharge, ruling discoms failed to prove stranded capacity solely due to open access.

Policies & Regulations | September 05, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1972 readings

Odisha Discoms Launch INR 5,000 Rooftop Solar Scheme Under Utility-Led Aggregation Model

Tata Power-led Odisha discoms have launched a INR 5,000 rooftop solar scheme under the ULA model, as part of the PM Surya Ghar Yojana, offering subsidies and...

Policies & Regulations | September 04, 2025 | By EI News Network |  7248 readings

Cabinet Approves INR 1500 Crore Incentive Scheme to Promote Critical Mineral Recycling

The Union Cabinet has approved an INR 1,500 crore incentive scheme under the National Critical Mineral Mission to boost recycling capacity for extracting critical...

Policies & Regulations | September 04, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  3849 readings

Government Slashes GST on Renewable Energy Devices from 12 Percent to 5 Percent

The GST Council has reduced the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on renewable energy devices and related parts from 12 percent to 5 percent, effective September...

Policies & Regulations | September 04, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  24157 readings

Govt. Allows Unrestricted Ethanol Production from Cane Juice, Syrup, BHM and CHM in ESY 2025-26

The government has permitted sugar mills and distilleries to produce ethanol from multiple cane-based feedstocks without restrictions in ESY 2025-26, supporting...

Policies & Regulations | September 02, 2025 | By EI News Network |  4626 readings

Govt. Forms National Designated Authority to Implement Paris Agreement and Regulate Carbon Market

The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has set up a National Designated Authority to implement Paris Agreement mechanisms, regulate carbon markets,...

Policies & Regulations | September 02, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1950 readings

Mandya Villages Enter Model Solar Village Contest Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme

Ten Mandya villages are competing under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana. Over six months, adoption of solar rooftops, pumpsets, and public utilities will...

Policies & Regulations | September 02, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1096 readings

Gujarat Revises Renewable Energy Policy to Empower Small-Scale Projects

Gujarat’s revised RE Policy-2023 allows DISCOMs to procure solar projects under 5 MW and wind under 10 MW, with fixed tariffs, faster approvals, and streamlined...

Policies & Regulations | August 27, 2025 | By EI News Network |  8515 readings

Bihar Issues Draft DSM Regulations, 2025 to Strengthen Grid Stability and Compliance

BERC has released draft Deviation Settlement Mechanism Regulations, 2025, inviting stakeholder comments by September 8. The rules aim to enforce scheduling...

Policies & Regulations | August 26, 2025 | By EI News Network |  2087 readings

MSEDCL Issues Metering Guidelines for LT and HT Consumers Under MERC Green Energy Open Access Regulations

MSEDCL mandates Smart ToD meters for eligible LT consumers and Special Energy Meters for HT consumers under MERC’s 2023 amended regulations, ensuring...

Policies & Regulations | August 25, 2025 | By EI News Network |  6838 readings