Government Amends Electricity Rules to Optimize Power Generating Capacity Utilization

Minister Singh emphasized that the Electricity (Late Payment Surcharge and Related Matters) Rules, introduced in 2022, were instrumental in addressing cash...

Policies & Regulations | March 02, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  2202 readings

Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission Approves Tariff Revision for FY 2024-25

One of the notable aspects of the tariff revision is the utilization of marginal surplus identified for FY 2024-25 for readjustments across different tariff...

Policies & Regulations | March 01, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  5440 readings

UP Government Offers Subsidised Solar Pumps to 54,000 Farmers Under PM-KUSUM Scheme

The scheme is designed to incentivise the adoption of renewable energy in agriculture, particularly solar power.

Policies & Regulations | March 01, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  4320 readings

Cabinet Approves PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana with an Outlay of INR 75,021 Crore

With a total outlay of INR 75,021 crore, the scheme aims to install rooftop solar panels and provide free electricity up to 300 units every month for one crore...

Policies & Regulations | February 29, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  2367 readings

DERC Issues Draft Guidelines for Peer-To-Peer Energy Transactions to Promote RE

As per the eligibility criteria mentioned in the guidelines, sanctioned load/contract demand of prosumer and consumer under peer-to-peer metering arrangement...

Policies & Regulations | February 28, 2024 | By Anurima Mondal |  1967 readings

MNRE Releases Updated List of Insurers Offering Specialized Products for Solar Power Plants

This announcement follows consultations with the Department of Financial Services (DFS) and the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).

Policies & Regulations | February 27, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  5618 readings

GRID-INDIA Hosts GO15 Governing Board Meetings for Global Power Grid Operators

The meetings took place in New Delhi, bringing together industry leaders to address critical strategic and technical issues impacting the safety, reliability,...

Policies & Regulations | February 27, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  2050 readings

MNRE Establishes Strategies for Implementing BESS to Ensure Continuous RE Supply

Discussions revolved around ensuring that BESS can supply electricity during peak demand periods while simultaneously stabilizing the grid.

Policies & Regulations | February 26, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  2691 readings

PM Modi Lays Foundation Stone for Projects Worth INR 48,100 Cr in Rajkot, Emphasises RE Initiatives

These projects span across various sectors including healthcare, transportation, energy, petroleum and natural gas, and tourism.

Policies & Regulations | February 26, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  2397 readings

Petroleum Minister Puri Stresses India's Vital Role in Global SDG Agenda at UNGCNI Convention

He emphasized that India's success is integral to the success of the SDGs, considering its status as the world's most populous nation with the fifth-largest...

Policies & Regulations | February 23, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  2551 readings