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
Intertek Group Expands Solar Capabilities with Ahmedabad Lab Acquisition
Intertek Group’s acquisition of a solar PV testing facility from Mitsui Chemicals India strengthens quality assurance services and supports India’s growing renewable energy ecosystem.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 17/04/2026 | By News Bureau
J.K. Cement Acquires 9.77 Percent Equity Stake in the Mehrauni Electro Solar Project
J.K. Cement has acquired a 9.77 percent stake in Mehrauni Electro Power for INR 2.1 crore, subscribing 21 lakh shares, to source 7 MWp from a 40 MW Prayagraj solar project.
Business | 17/04/2026 | By EI News Network
Speed, Scale and USD 5 Billion: Anil Agarwal’s Plans to Rewrite India's Energy Independence
India remains heavily dependent on imported oil despite vast untapped reserves, as Anil Agarwal urges faster domestic exploration, investment and global partnerships to strengthen energy security and reduce geopolitical vulnerability.
Business | 17/04/2026 | By News Bureau
ONGC NTPC Green Arm Commissions 150 MW Solar Project in Rajasthan
Project Sixteen Renewable Power, a step-down subsidiary of ONGC NTPC Green and a group company of NTPC Green Energy, has operationalised 150 MW of a 300 MW solar project in Rajasthan, increasing the NGEL group’s total installed capacity to 10,276.40 MW.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 17/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
The funding will support deployment of 2.2 million smart meters in West Bengal, boosting India’s digital energy infrastructure and accelerating power distribution reforms.
Business | 17/04/2026 | By News Bureau
Bijliride Targets INR 44 Cr Revenue as EV Fleet Expansion Gains Momentum
The strong demand for electric two-wheelers and a high-utilisation model drive revenue growth, as Bijliride plans to scale to 10,000 vehicles and achieve profitability.
Business | 17/04/2026 | By News Bureau
The collaboration with h2e POWER deploys India’s first autonomous electrolyzer system, improving efficiency, reducing costs and enabling scalable, software-defined industrial operations.
Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 17/04/2026 | By News Bureau
Waaree Renewable Technologies Doubles Revenue and Profit in FY26 on Strong Solar EPC Growth
Waaree Renewable Technologies reported a 108.51 percent YoY rise in FY26 revenue to INR 3,331.42 crore, with PAT increasing 109.09 percent to INR 478.65 crore.
Business | 17/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
KPI Green Energy Secures Inter-State Power Trading Licence from CERC to Enable Nationwide Trading
KPI Green Energy has received a Category IV inter-state power trading licence from the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), authorising it to trade electricity across state boundaries.
Business | 17/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Mobec Innovations Elevates Gautam Singh and Satyabrat Shukla as Co-Founders
Mobec Innovations has elevated Gautam Singh and Satyabrat Shukla as Co-Founders to strengthen leadership, accelerate EV charging and battery recycling solutions, and drive expansion of AI-enabled energy technologies across India.
Business | 16/04/2026 | By News Bureau
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