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CERC Proposes Market Coupling, Grid India to Act as Market Coupling Operator

CERC’s draft mandates market coupling for Day-Ahead Market (DAM), Real-Time Market (RTM), appointing Grid India as sole operator, aiming to unify price discovery, improve liquidity, and reduce fragmentation across power exchanges.

Policies & Regulations | 21/04/2026 | By EI News Network

Ministry of Power Extends RCO Compliance Deadline for FY 2024-25 to May 31, 2026

Ministry of Power extends FY 2024-25 RCO compliance deadline to May 31, giving entities more time to submit renewable consumption data and meet obligations.

Policies & Regulations | 20/04/2026 | By EI News Network

Andhra Pradesh Clears INR 2,550 Cr Cathode Material Manufacturing Project by NPSPL

Andhra Pradesh government has approved an INR 2,550 crore investment by NPSPL Speciality Chemicals to set up a cathode material manufacturing facility in Chittoor district, under the Andhra Pradesh Electronics Component Manufacturing Policy (4.0) 2025-30.

Energy Storage | 20/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Maharashtra Clears MSEDCL Split, IPO Plan to Reform Power Sector

Maharashtra Cabinet led by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has approved MSEDCL split, IPO plan, debt restructuring, and solar-focused agri entity to improve power supply efficiency.

Policies & Regulations | 15/04/2026 | By EI News Network

CEA Committee Report Outlines Phased Rollout of SF?-Free Green GIS in India’s Transmission Sector

CEA committee's report recommends phased adoption of SF₆-free Green GIS in India’s transmission network, starting pilot projects at 132 kV, aiming gradual scale-up with domestic manufacturing support.

Policies & Regulations | 15/04/2026 | By EI News Network

Servotech Enters Electric Three-Wheeler Market with New Li-Ion Battery and Charger

Servotech Renewable Power System has entered the electric three-wheeler segment with the launch of its SULTAN lithium-ion battery and Zest charger range, expanding its clean mobility portfolio and targeting India’s fast-growing micro-mobility market.

Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 05/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Sangam India Signs EPC Agreement with IB Vogt Solar for 27 MW Solar Project in Rajasthan

Sangam India signs EPC contract with IB Vogt Solar to install a 27 MW for installation of Solar Power Plant for Captive Consumption in Rajasthan.

Business | 05/01/2026 | By EI News Network

Inox Clean Acquires 250 MW Operational Solar Portfolio from SunSource Energy

Inox Clean Energy’s IPP arm Inox Neo has acquired about 250 MW of operational solar assets from SunSource Energy, strengthening its C&I renewable portfolio and advancing its 3 GW target.

Business | 05/01/2026 | By EI News Network

Bondada Engineering Secures INR 627 Cr LOA for 225 MW/450 MWh Standalone BESS from AP TRANSCO

Bondada Engineering has received an INR 627 crore Letter of Award from AP TRANSCO to develop a 225 MW/450 MWh standalone BESS project at Hindupur in Andhra Pradesh under the BOO model.

Energy Storage | 05/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Oman Steps Up Energy Transition with 1,600 MW Solar and Wind Projects Under Procurement

Nama PWP has initiated procurement for 1,600 MW of solar and wind capacity, reinforcing Oman’s clean energy roadmap and accelerating the shift away from gas-based power generation.

Middle East Market | 05/01/2026 | By EI News Network

RRECL Invites Bids for 33 MW Rooftop Solar PV Projects in Rajasthan

Rajasthan Renewable Energy Corporation Ltd. (RRECL) has invited bids for developing 33 MW of grid-connected rooftop solar projects on state government buildings across five districts. Bid submission ends on January 27, 2026.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 05/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

ArcelorMittal to Invest USD 0.9 Billion to Develop 1 GW of New RE Projects in India

ArcelorMittal has unveiled plans for three new renewable energy projects in Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Gujarat, totalling 1 GW of solar, wind, and battery storage capacity, doubling its clean energy portfolio in India. The company will be investing about USD 0.9 billion in the three projects.

Business | 05/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

KPI Green Energy Arm Secures LoI for 445 MW/890 MWh Standalone BESS Projects from GUVNL

KPI Green Energy’s subsidiary Sun Drops Energia has received a Letter of Intent from Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam (GUVNL) to develop 445 MW/890 MWh standalone BESS projects across Gujarat, marking the group’s foray into the utility-scale IPP BESS segment.

Energy Storage | 05/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

European Energy Secures Development Approval for 1.1 GW Solar Project in Australia

European Energy has secured planning approval for the 1.1 GW Upper Calliope Solar Farm near Gladstone in Queensland, a major de-risking milestone that moves the fully contracted project toward investment readiness in the state’s industrial energy hub.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 05/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Bihar Discom Invites Bids for 275 MW Rooftop Solar Projects Under PM Surya Ghar Yojana

South Bihar Power Distribution Company has invited bids to develop 275 MW of grid-connected rooftop solar projects under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana across 2.5 lakh kutirjyoti (BPL) households in Bihar.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 03/01/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey