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
India Sets Record with 6.1 GW Wind Capacity Addition in 2025–26, Targets 156 GW by 2036
India achieves record 6.1 GW wind addition, targets 156 GW by 2036, boosts manufacturing, policy support, and grid stability initiatives.
Policies & Regulations | 24/04/2026 | By EI News Network
NLC India Secures EUR 100 Million Loan from KfW Germany for Solar, Energy Storage Projects
NLC India has signed a EUR 100 million loan agreement with KfW to fund solar and battery energy storage projects.
Business | 22/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
India Surges Past US, Germany to Lead Global Wind Market Outside China in 2025
India has installed record 6.3 GW wind capacity in 2025, up 85 percent, overtaking US and Germany. Growth driven by hybrid auctions, delayed projects, and rising domestic manufacturing strength.
Business | 22/04/2026 | By EI News Network
Vikran Engineering Bags INR 530.8 Crore Distribution Infra Contracts from MSEDCL
Vikran Engineering has secured LoAs worth INR 530.80 crore from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company (MSEDCL) for distribution infrastructure works in Nashik and Kolhapur zones under an ADB-funded Power Distribution Enhancement Program.
Smart Grid / T&D | 04/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Enrich Energy Secures 290 MWh Standalone BESS Project in Andhra Pradesh from NTPC
Enrich Energy has secured a 290 MWh standalone BESS project from NTPC, to be deployed at NTPC’s Simhadri Thermal Power Station in Andhra Pradesh, marking its entry into the energy storage segment.
Energy Storage | 04/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
India’s Bioenergy Capacity to Reach 15.5 GW by FY32, Says Study
India’s bioenergy capacity may rise from 11.6 GW to 15.5 GW by FY32, driven by biomass, waste-to-energy, agricultural residue availability and stronger policy support nationwide across India’s renewable energy sector.
Renewable energy / Biomass | 02/04/2026 | By EI News Network
CEA Releases INR 7.93 Lakh Crore Transmission Plan for 900 GW Non-Fossil Fuel Capacity by FY36
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has released a long-term transmission plan requiring INR 7.93 lakh crore investment to integrate more than 900 GW of non-fossil fuel-based generation capacity into India’s power grid by 2035-36.
Policies & Regulations | 02/04/2026 | By EI News Network
West Bengal Floats Tender for 500 MW/2 GWh Standalone Battery Storage Projects
West Bengal has invited bids for 500 MW/2,000 MWh standalone battery storage systems, requiring minimum 100 MW projects, four-hour discharge capability, and commissioning within 18 months.
Business | 02/04/2026 | By EI News Network
Solarium Green Energy Bags INR 188.53 Crore EPC Order for 50 MW Solar Project in Maharashtra
Solarium Green Energy has secured INR 188.53 crore subcontract for Maharashtra's 50 MW solar project, including three-year maintenance and EPC execution.
Business | 02/04/2026 | By EI News Network
The new Hosur facility produces 6N-grade liquid oxygen, reducing import dependence and strengthening India’s high-tech manufacturing ecosystem.
Renewable energy / Other Renewables | 02/04/2026 | By News Bureau
Neuron Energy Steps into Grid-Scale Energy Storage with an INR 100 Crore Capital Investment Plan
Neuron Energy has announced its entry into the grid-scale energy storage market with the commissioning of a fully automated BESS manufacturing facility in Talegaon, Maharashtra.
Energy Storage | 02/04/2026 | By News Bureau
GERC Extends Banking Charge of INR 1.50 per Unit for Green Energy Open Access Until June 30, 2026
Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission has notified the fourth amendment to its Green Energy Open Access Regulations, setting banking charges at INR 1.50 per unit until June 30, 2026.
Policies & Regulations | 02/04/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
LONGi Introduces LONGi ONE to Advance Integrated Solar and Storage Solutions
LONGi has introduced its LONGi ONE strategy, signalling a major move towards fully integrated solar-plus-storage systems aimed at boosting performance, streamlining deployment, and improving accountability across the project lifecycle.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 02/04/2026 | By News Bureau
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