Budgetary Allocation for PM Surya Ghar up by 80 Percent; Green Hydrogen and Bio-Energy See Uptick

The Union Budget 2025-26 has significantly boosted the solar energy sector, increasing total allocation by 60.83 percent to INR 24,224.35 crore from the previous...

Policies & Regulations | February 03, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  3844 readings

Union Budget 2025-26: Solar Cells and Modules Duty Cut to 20 Percent

The Union Budget 2025-26 announces a reduction in customs duties on solar cells and modules to 20 percent, supporting India's clean tech manufacturing. Additionally,...

Policies & Regulations | February 03, 2025 | By EI News Network |  10277 readings

FM Nirmala Sitharaman Announces Budget 2025: INR 1,500 Cr for Solar Power, Big Push for Clean Energy

The government has allocated INR 1,500 crore for the solar power grid sector in the Union Budget 2025-26.

Policies & Regulations | February 01, 2025 | By Abha Rustagi |  19475 readings

Union Budget 2025-26: EV Startups to Thrive with New Policy Extensions and Tax Benefits

In the recent budget announcement, the government is prioritizing clean technology to drive sustainable manufacturing, focusing on domestic production of solar...

Policies & Regulations | February 01, 2025 | By Aishwarya |  10091 readings

CERC Grants Compensation to RE Firm for GST Hike Impact on Solar Project Costs

CERC has granted Beempow Energy compensation for increased costs due to the GST rate hike on renewable energy devices. The compensation will cover additional...

Policies & Regulations | February 01, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1588 readings

India's Economic Survey 2024-25: Sustainable Growth, Energy Security and Net-Zero by 2070

The Economic Survey 2024-25, tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, highlights India’s commitment to net-zero emissions by 2070, emphasising sustainable...

Policies & Regulations | February 01, 2025 | By EI News Network |  4315 readings

MNRE Extends Self-Certification for Above 100 kW Solar PV Inverters

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has extended the self-certification for solar PV inverters of a capacity of more than 100 kW till December 31, 2025.

Policies & Regulations | January 31, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1814 readings

Union Cabinet Approves Launch of INR 16,300 Crore National Critical Mineral Mission

The Union Cabinet has approved the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) with an expenditure of INR 16,300 crore and an expected investment of INR 18,000...

Policies & Regulations | January 29, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  2240 readings

MNRE Issues Revised Quality Control Order for Solar PV Products

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued the revised Solar Systems, Devices, and Components Goods Order, 2025, setting mandatory efficiency...

Policies & Regulations | January 29, 2025 | By EI News Network |  3359 readings

GEDA Issues Guidelines for Off-Grid Solar, Wind and Wind-Solar Hybrid Projects in Gujarat

Gujarat Energy Development Agency (GEDA) has issued a detailed procedure, instructions, guidelines and terms and conditions for setting up off-grid solar, wind,...

Policies & Regulations | January 28, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  7477 readings