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REconnect North-East 2026: Experts Call for Faster Adoption of Rooftop Solar, DRE and Storage

Against the backdrop of Assam’s ambitious clean energy targets and growing investor interest in the Northeast, Energetica India hosted the inaugural REconnect North-East Summit in Guwahati, bringing together policymakers, utilities, developers, and manufacturers to discuss opportunities and challenges across the region’s renewable energy value chain.

Business | 25/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

OREDA, NLC India Renewables Join Hands to Develop 1,000 MW Green Energy Projects in Odisha

OREDA and NLC India Renewables formed a joint venture to develop 1,000 MW of wind, floating solar and green energy projects.

Business | 24/06/2026 | By EI News Network

MNRE Notifies SOP to Address Vendor Violations under PM Surya Ghar

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has introduced a formal grievance redressal and enforcement framework under PM Surya Ghar, enabling temporary deactivation of vendors that fail to address consumer complaints, rectify defects or comply with quality standards.

Policies & Regulations | 24/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

MNRE Grants 1 Month Transitional Relief for RE Projects Awaiting ALMM List-II Exemption Approval

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has issued a clarification enabling eligible utility-scale, open-access, captive and C&I renewable energy projects installed before June 1, 2026, to secure provisional commissioning and continue power transactions while their ALMM List-II exemption applications are under review.

Policies & Regulations | 24/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

PM Modi Launches INR 47,600 Crore Projects, Announces Pahadpur Solar Village

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a Solar Village in Pahadpur and highlighted over INR 6,000 crore in power sector investments while launching development projects worth INR 47,600 crore in Odisha.

Policies & Regulations | 22/06/2026 | By EI News Network

MNRE to Host Global Wind Day 2026 Conference to Accelerate India’s Wind Energy Expansion

The Global Wind Day 2026 Conference in Goa will bring together government and industry leaders to discuss wind deployment, manufacturing, exports, grid readiness and strategies to achieve India’s ambitious renewable energy targets.

Policies & Regulations | 13/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Centre Approves INR 531 Crore Assistance for Rajasthan Solar Power Providers Under PM-KUSUM

Centre sanctions INR 531 crore for 553 Rajasthan solar power providers, supporting nearly 598 MW capacity under PM-KUSUM Component-C.

Policies & Regulations | 13/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Sterling and Wilson, Shinsung E&G Partner for Semiconductor, Battery and Display Fabrication Facilities

Sterling and Wilson, Shinsung E&G partner to deliver HVAC systems for semiconductor, battery and display fabrication facilities across markets.

Business | 12/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Solar Firms Move Karnataka High Court Against MNRE's Domestic-Cell Sourcing Mandate

Industry bodies challenge ALMM List-II rule, citing high domestic solar-cell prices, inadequate capacity, and rising project costs.

Business | 12/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Centre Waives Excise Duty on E22–E30 Ethanol-Blended Petrol, Signals Next Phase of Biofuel Push

The Centre has exempted higher ethanol-blended petrol from excise duty, creating a fiscal framework for E22-E30 fuels and reinforcing India's strategy to expand biofuel use, reduce oil imports and support cleaner energy.

Policies & Regulations | 12/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Hitachi Energy to Invest INR 2,000 Crore in Large Power Transformer Factory in Gujarat

Hitachi Energy has announced an investment of approximately INR 2,000 crore to set up a new large power transformer manufacturing facility in Karjan, Vadodara, with commissioning planned for FY28.

Business | 12/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

EESL Invites Bids for 50 MW Solar Plant with 10MW/40 MWh Battery Storage Project in Odisha

EESL seeks bidders for turnkey solar project with battery storage, including design, installation, operation, and grid integration systems in Odisha.

Business | 12/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Onix Renewable Commissions 115 MW of PM-KUSUM Solar Projects in Gujarat

Onix Renewable has undertaken a total of 187 MW of PM-KUSUM projects spread across 60 locations in Gujarat, making it one of the largest contributors to the scheme in the state.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 12/06/2026 | By Abha Rustagi

GAP Group Launches Dholera's First Co-working Hub to Support India's Growing Semiconductor Ecosystem

The co-working facility, scheduled to become operational by October 2026, is located directly opposite the Tata Semiconductor Fab in Dholera Special Investment Region, providing ready-to-use office infrastructure for semiconductor manufacturers, suppliers, EPC contractors, consultants and project teams establishing operations in the region.

Business | 12/06/2026 | By Abha Rustagi

NTPC Green Energy Tenders EPC Package for 200 MWh BESS Project in Uttar Pradesh

NTPC Green Energy has issued an EPC tender for setting up a 50 MW/200 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) at NTPC UP Green Energy’s upcoming solar plant in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. Bid submission ends on July 10, 2026.

Energy Storage | 12/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey