MHI Tightens PM E-DRIVE Norms, Mandates Higher Localisation for EV Truck Components
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has amended the PM E-DRIVE Phased Manufacturing Programme, mandating higher localisation for EV truck components, with DC-DC converters and VCUs further tightened from September 2026, and Battery Management System (BMS) manufacturing made fully domestic from September 1, 2026, with imports allowed till August 31, 2026.
Policies & Regulations | 30/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
ISA, AIDA Sign MoU to Advance Solarisation, Utility Digitisation and AI-Enabled Distribution Systems
International Solar Alliance and All India Discom Association have signed an MoU to collaborate on solarisation, utility digitisation, and AI-driven distribution systems across ISA member countries.
Business | 30/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
US Imposes 123 Percent Anti-Dumping Duty on Indian Solar Imports
US imposes 123 percent anti-dumping duty on Indian solar imports; total tariffs exceed 230 percent, India, Indonesia and Laos targeted in probe.
Policies & Regulations | 28/04/2026 | By EI News Network
Ministry of Power Extends ISTS Charge Waivers for Solar, Wind Projects Hit by Grid Delays
Ministry of Power has extended ISTS charge waivers for solar and wind projects facing delays due to transmission constraints, subject to eligibility, including a firm PPA as of March 31, 2026, firm connectivity between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2028, and COD linked to transmission system readiness.
Policies & Regulations | 28/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
SAEL, Waaree, MB Power and JLTM Win 500 MW Solar Auction by PSPCL
PSPCL allocates 500 MW solar capacity to four firms at competitive tariffs under long-term renewable power procurement auction.
Business | 26/04/2026 | By EI News Network
Luminous, SIDBI Sign MoU to Offer Up to INR 50 Crore Solar Loans for MSMEs
Luminous Power Technologies has signed an MoU with the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) to enable MSMEs to access solar loans of up to INR 50 crore with tenures of up to 10 years.
Business | 22/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
L&T Energy GreenTech and ITOCHU Corporation Sign Long-Term Green Ammonia Supply Deal
The partnership between L&T Energy GreenTech and ITOCHU Corporation secures annual supply of 300,000 tonnes of green ammonia from Kandla, strengthening global bunkering operations and advancing low-carbon fuel adoption in the maritime sector.
Business | 22/04/2026 | By News Bureau
Tata Power Renewable Energy Launches Earth Day Campaign Promoting Clean Energy Choices
On Earth Day, TPREL unveils ‘Choose Power That Protects Earth’, showcasing how renewable solutions like solar, wind and EV infrastructure can drive sustainable, reliable and cost-efficient energy adoption across India.
Business | 22/04/2026 | By News Bureau
POWERCON Appoints Deepika Chavan as Chief People Officer to Strengthen Growth Phase
POWERCON names Deepika Chavan as CPO, bringing two decades of experience to lead talent strategy, strengthen leadership, and build workforce capabilities as the company expands across India and global markets.
Business | 22/04/2026 | By EI News Network
Evren Raises USD 600 Million for 1 GW Hybrid Renewable Project in India
Evren has secured USD ~600 million for a 1 GW FDRE hybrid project across Andhra Pradesh and Rajasthan, backed by global lenders, with NTPC PPA, targeting 2027 commissioning and clean power delivery.
Business | 22/04/2026 | By EI News Network
Drivn, Energy in Motion Partner to Deploy 1,000 Electric Trucks Across India
Drivn and Energy in Motion partner to deploy 1,000 electric trucks, combining leasing, financing, and battery-swapping solutions to scale fleet electrification.
Business | 22/04/2026 | By EI News Network
ACME Solar Operationalises 2 GWh BESS in Rajasthan, Targets 10 GWh by 2027
ACME Solar has operationalised over 2 GWh (591.18 MW/2,031.24 MWh) of battery energy storage capacity in Rajasthan. The company plans to operationalise 10 GWh of BESS by 2027.
Energy Storage | 22/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Shyam Metalics and Energy Raises CRM Capacity to 0.40 MTPA, Targets Solar Sector
Shyam Metalics and Energy has commissioned Phase II CRM, raising capacity to 0.40 MTPA, enabling solar mounting structure production, reducing import reliance, and supporting India’s renewable energy manufacturing and domestic supply chain.
Business | 21/04/2026 | By EI News Network
ChargeZone’s SHWA Marks First Year, Blending EV Infrastructure with Public Art
On Earth Day, ChargeZone celebrates SHWA’s first anniversary, expanding EV charging stations into culturally rooted, sustainability-driven public spaces with plans to scale installations across India’s key highway corridors.
Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 21/04/2026 | By News Bureau
Driven by Asia, especially China and India, global wind installations jumped 40 percent year-on-year, pushing total capacity to 1,299 GW as the sector accelerates amid rising energy demand and supply challenges.
Renewable energy / Wind Power | 21/04/2026 | By News Bureau
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