Bihar Waives Application, Meter Testing Charges for Residential Rooftop Solar Under PM Surya Ghar

The Bihar Electricity Regulatory Commission has waived application fees and meter testing charges for domestic rooftop solar installations under the PM Surya...

Policies & Regulations | July 15, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  991 readings

India Installs 13.9 GW Renewable Energy Capacity in Q1 FY27, Solar Reaches 162 GW

India has added 13.9 GW of renewable energy capacity in Q1 FY27, taking total installed capacity to 288.59 GW, led by solar.

Policies & Regulations | July 15, 2026 | By EI News Network |  951 readings

KERC Grants Deemed Approval for Renewal of Mini-Hydro and Wind PPAs Completing 20-Year Term

The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission has issued a suo motu order providing deemed approval for the renewal of Power Purchase Agreements of eligible...

Policies & Regulations | July 14, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  443 readings

Assam Unveils INR 77,353 Crore Green Energy Investment Plan in 2026-27 Budget

Assam's 2026-27 Budget allocates INR 77,353 crore for renewable energy, transmission, storage and clean mobility projects, backed by a Green Cess to support...

Policies & Regulations | July 13, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1276 readings

CERC Introduces Four-Option Framework for RE Projects with Unsigned PPAs Under GNA Connectivity

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission has introduced a one-time regulatory framework allowing renewable energy developers with connectivity granted...

Policies & Regulations | July 13, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  818 readings

MNRE Reopens NISE DCR Portal till July 23 for ALMM List-II Investment Protection Claims

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has extended the deadline for renewable energy developers to submit applications under the ALMM List-II investment...

Policies & Regulations | July 13, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  967 readings

CEA Proposes New Grid Connectivity Rules to Support Renewable Energy Expansion

CEA has issued the draft Grid Connectivity Regulations 2026, proposing updated technical standards, compliance requirements and testing procedures to facilitate...

Policies & Regulations | July 12, 2026 | By EI News Network |  2085 readings

Odisha to Link PM Surya Ghar Yojana with State Housing Schemes

Odisha will integrate PM Surya Ghar Yojana with housing schemes, offering rooftop solar subsidies, lowering electricity bills, expanding clean energy access,...

Policies & Regulations | July 12, 2026 | By EI News Network |  949 readings

India, Australia Reaffirm Energy Security Partnership, Expand Trade and Supply Chain Cooperation

India and Australia have strengthened energy cooperation, reaffirming commitments to secure energy supplies, resilient supply chains, uranium exports, renewable...

Policies & Regulations | July 10, 2026 | By EI News Network |  662 readings

Centre Extends Customs Duty Relief for Electronics and Battery Manufacturing Till 2029

The Centre has extended customs duty exemptions on electronics and lithium-ion battery manufacturing equipment and components until March 31, 2029.

Policies & Regulations | July 10, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1083 readings