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February 2026

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

Purvah Green Power Issues LoI to Klasscorp Solutions for 250 MW Wind Project Consultancy in Karnataka

Purvah Green Power, a subsidiary of CESC, has issued a binding LoI to Klasscorp Solutions to provide land acquisition and related consultancy services for a 250 MW wind power project at Bijapur CTU in Karnataka.

Renewable energy / Wind Power | 24/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Juniper Green Energy Commissions India’s First Merchant BESS, Begins Operations of 60 MWh

Juniper Green Energy has commissioned 60 MWh of its 100 MWh merchant BESS in Rajasthan, marking India’s first operational merchant storage project, with full capacity coming online shortly.

Business | 24/12/2025 | By EI News Network

Sahaj Solar Secures INR 125 Crore Loan from IREDA for Solar Pump and Off-Grid Solar Projects

Sahaj Solar has signed a 1.5-year INR 125 crore loan agreement with IREDA to fund the execution of 15,000 solar pumps under PM-KUSUM Components B and C and 300 off-grid SPV projects across Gujarat, Maharashtra, Rajasthan and Punjab.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 24/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Shakti EV Mobility Advances Make-in-India EV Powertrain at EV Expo Delhi 2025

Shakti EV Mobility showcased its Make-in-India EV powertrain capabilities at EV Expo Delhi 2025, held from 19 to 21 December, 2025 in Delhi, alongside OEMs, fleet operators, and other key stakeholders from India’s electric mobility ecosystem.

Business | 24/12/2025 | By News Bureau

Supreme Court Shields Endangered Bustard, Allows Regulated Green Energy Push

The Supreme Court protected Great Indian Bustard habitats while permitting regulated renewable energy expansion with strict conservation safeguards and timelines.

Policies & Regulations | 24/12/2025 | By EI News Network

Mitarsh Energy Receives ‘Cheers for Collaborators Award 2025’ from Hero Future Energies

The award recognises Mitarsh Energy’s contribution, responsiveness, and collaborative engagement across renewable energy projects.

Standards & Certifications | 24/12/2025 | By Abha Rustagi

MNRE Urges States to Adopt M2M SIM-Based Remote Monitoring for Rooftop Solar Under PM Surya Ghar

MNRE has urged state and joint electricity regulators to adopt M2M SIM-based remote monitoring for rooftop solar generation under the PM Surya Ghar scheme, following Odisha’s move to recognise inverter-based real-time data transmission as an alternative to physical solar generation meters.

Policies & Regulations | 24/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey

India Targets 230 GWh Storage to Support 300 GW Peak Power Demand

India plans 230 GWh energy storage to support 300 GW peak demand. Former MNRE Secretary Bhupinder Singh Bhalla highlights the need for grid stability, flexibility, and reliability alongside capacity growth as the country moves toward its 500 GW non-fossil power target by 2030.

Business | 24/12/2025 | By News Bureau

Vikran Engineering Bags INR 2035 Cr EPC Order from Onix Renewables for 600 MW Solar Projects

Vikran Engineering has secured an INR 2,035.26 crore turnkey EPC order from Onix Renewables to develop 600 MW AC solar power projects across multiple locations in Maharashtra.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 24/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Power Minister Manohar Lal Inaugurates COD of First Unit of NHPC’s 2000 MW Hydroelectric Project

Union Power Minister Manohar Lal inaugurated commercial operations of unit-2 (250 MW) of NHPC’s 2,000 MW Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project, with three more 250 MW units scheduled for commissioning soon. The remaining four units will be commissioned in a phased manner in 2026-27.

Renewable energy / Hydropower | 24/12/2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey