India to Add 70 GW Power Capacity in FY27, Responsible AI Adoption Critical
India is likely to add over 70 GW of power generation capacity in FY27, while the government is emphasising responsible AI adoption, AI solutions tailored to India’s power sector and the growing electricity needs of data centres. The CEA launched three initiatives covering cross-border power trade, transmission planning and distribution digitalisation.
Policies & Regulations | 15/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
India Adds 3.69 GW RE Capacity in September 2026, Total Addition in FY27 Reaches 24.56 GW
India has added 3,692.16 MW of solar and wind capacity in September 2026, comprising 3,011.41 MW of solar and 680.75 MW of wind power, according to MNRE data. In FY27, the country added 24.56 GW, including 20.79 GW of solar and 3.11 GW of wind capacity. India’s total installed RE capacity has reached about 299.25 GW.
Business | 14/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
PM Modi Lays Foundation for 500 MWh BESS in Tamil Nadu
PM Modi has laid foundation for 250 MW/500 MWh BESS in Chennai, INR 17,000 crore VOC Port plan announced.
Policies & Regulations | 13/10/2026 | By EI News Network
Gopin Semicon Enters ALMM List-II, Total Solar Cell Capacity Under ALMM Reaches 37.8 GW
Surat-based Gopin Semicon has entered the MNRE’s ALMM List-II with 402 MW of N-type TOPCon solar cell capacity, taking the total listed cell manufacturing capacity to 37,795 MW.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 12/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
India, Singapore Plan 2,000 MW Cross-Border Power Corridor
India and Singapore plan a 2,000 MW power link via Myanmar, Thailand and Malaysia for regional energy security.
Policies & Regulations | 09/10/2026 | By EI News Network
KCC Buildcon, Agastya Green Energy, MKC Green Energy Win UPPCL’s 1500 MWh BESS Auction
KCC Buildcon, Agastya Green Energy, and MKC Green Energy have emerged as winners in Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation’s 375 MW/1,500 MWh standalone BESS auction in Uttar Pradesh.
Energy Storage | 04/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
NSEFI Honours IB Solar with Solar Manufacturing Excellence Award
National Solar Energy Federation of India has honoured IB Solar with the “Solar Manufacturing Excellence” award, recognising its role in strengthening domestic solar manufacturing and advancing clean energy adoption in India. The award was presented by Union Minister of State for Power, and New and Renewable Energy, Shripad Yesso Naik.
Business | 04/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Atlanta Electricals Secures INR 190 Cr Order from Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Prasaran Nigam
Atlanta Electricals has received an INR 190 crore order from Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Prasaran Nigam for the supply of 53 units of 50 MVA, 132/33 kV power transformers along with NIFPES, under a two-year rate contract.
Business | 04/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Engie and Pele Solar Projects Add 150 MW to South Africa’s Grid
ENGIE and Pele Green Energy commission 150 MW solar projects in South Africa, enhancing grid reliability and advancing the clean energy transition.
Middle East Market | 04/05/2026 | By EI News Network
Power Ministry Sets Phased HVDC Localisation Roadmap, Targets 60 Percent Local Content by 2035
Power Ministry revises procurement norms, introducing phased local content targets for HVDC substations to boost domestic manufacturing, strengthen supply chains, and reduce import dependence in critical power infrastructure.
Policies & Regulations | 04/05/2026 | By EI News Network
Rajasthan Plans Decentralised BESS Rollout to Strengthen Grid Stability, Solar Use
Rajasthan plans decentralised BESS to store surplus solar power, support peak demand, improve reliability, alongside smart metering progress, feeder segregation, and grid infrastructure upgrades.
Policies & Regulations | 03/05/2026 | By EI News Network
Shakti Pumps Bags INR 155 Crore Solar Pump Order from MSEDCL
Shakti Pumps secures 6,580 off-grid solar pumps order under Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana, worth INR 155.24 crore, to be executed within 60 days across Maharashtra.
Business | 03/05/2026 | By EI News Network
Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Installs Solar Panels Between Tracks at Nagpur Depot
Nagpur Metro installs 50 kWp solar panels between tracks, generating 70,000 units annually, reducing emissions, showcasing innovative renewable integration in urban transport systems.
Business | 03/05/2026 | By EI News Network
IFC Partners WindForce to Develop Sri Lanka’s First Utility-Scale Solar Power Project
A 100 MW solar facility backed by IFC funding aims to boost renewable energy adoption, enhance grid reliability, cut electricity costs, and generate thousands of jobs in Sri Lanka.
Business | 02/05/2026 | By News Bureau
NTPC Operationalises 100 MW Solar PV Project at Ramagundam, Telangana
NTPC has operationalised 100 MW of its 176 MW solar PV project at Ramagundam, Telangana, taking its total group installed capacity to 89,805 MW.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 02/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
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Vipin Malhotra
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Ishver Dholakiya
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