Government Triples Battery Storage Target to 13,200 MWh Under VGF Amid Falling Costs

India has increased its Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) target under the VGF scheme from 4,000 MWh to 13,200 MWh by 2027-28, leveraging falling costs....

Policies & Regulations | March 19, 2025 | By EI News Network |  3725 readings

RDSS: INR 2.78 Lakh Crore Sanctioned for Smart Metering and Loss Reduction Across India

India’s Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) has sanctioned INR 2.78 lakh crore for power distribution upgrades. Uttar Pradesh is a key beneficiary...

Policies & Regulations | March 18, 2025 | By EI News Network |  4171 readings

CERC Allows Security Interest Creation for Fatehgarh IV Transmission’s Rajasthan Project

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has approved the creation of a security interest for Fatehgarh IV Transmission’s power evacuation...

Policies & Regulations | March 18, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1317 readings

Himachal Pradesh Revises Solar PV Tariffs

Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission has revised solar PV tariffs for FY 2024-25, increasing capital cost assumptions and setting tariffs between...

Policies & Regulations | March 17, 2025 | By EI News Network |  2374 readings

Power Ministry Seeks RDSS Extension Till FY28 Amid Slow Progress

The Power Ministry has sought a two-year extension for the INR 3 lakh crore Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS) till FY28 due to slow progress, especially...

Policies & Regulations | March 17, 2025 | By EI News Network |  3551 readings

Andhra Pradesh Paves the Way for Clean Energy Growth with ICE Policy 2024

The Andhra Pradesh government has issued guidelines under the 'Integrated Clean Energy (ICE) Policy 2024', detailing project approvals, land allocation, open...

Policies & Regulations | March 15, 2025 | By EI News Network |  6166 readings

Maharashtra Contemplating New Solar Scheme to Complement PM Surya Ghar Yojana

Maharashtra is considering launching its own solar power scheme to complement the Centre's PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, aiming to lower electricity costs...

Policies & Regulations | March 15, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  2315 readings

CPSU Scheme Phase-II Powers Solar Expansion with Viability Gap Funding

Minister Shripad Yesso Naik informed Rajya Sabha about CPSU Phase-II, supporting NTPC, SJVN Green Energy, NHPC, NLC India, and others with Viability Gap Funding...

Policies & Regulations | March 14, 2025 | By EI News Network |  2189 readings

NDMC to Boost Solar Adoption with Subsidies, Targets 100 Percent Transition by 2026

NDMC targets 100 percent solar energy adoption by 2026, offering subsidies to boost rooftop solar installations. It aims to expand renewable energy adoption,...

Policies & Regulations | March 12, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1417 readings

Gujarat to Develop Green Energy-Powered Industrial Hub, Says CM Patel

At CII Gujarat Annual Meet 2025, CM Bhupendra Patel announced a GIDC industrial hub powered entirely by green energy, emphasising Gujarat’s role in India’s...

Policies & Regulations | March 12, 2025 | By EI News Network |  2037 readings