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
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
Scatec JV Lyra Energy Achieves Financial Close for 255 MW Thakadu Solar Project in South Africa
Lyra Energy, a joint venture of Scatec, has achieved financial close and commenced construction of the 255 MW Thakadu solar power plant in South Africa with an estimated capex of about USD 240 million.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 09/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
India’s Cleantech Hiring Surges 57 Percent in Two Years, Delhi/NCR Leads Job Openings
India’s cleantech sector hiring rose nearly 57 percent in two years, driven by green energy investments and policy support. Delhi/NCR dominates recruitment, while Tier II and III cities emerge as new talent hubs.
Business | 07/03/2026 | By EI News Network
India’s Gas Price Index GIXI Rises 3 Percent in February to INR 992/MMBtu
India’s GIXI gas price index rises 3 percent to INR 992/MMBtu in February, while IGX traded volumes fall 36 percent month-on-month.
Business | 07/03/2026 | By EI News Network
Vedanta Power reports nearly 29 percent women representation in FY2026, expanding roles across engineering, operations and leadership while launching the ‘Power, Held By Her’ campaign to strengthen gender inclusivity.
Business | 07/03/2026 | By News Bureau
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission (KERC) has issued new regulations outlining a phased roadmap to reduce electricity tariff cross-subsidies, aligning tariffs closer to actual supply costs and complying with the Electricity Act, 2003.
Policies & Regulations | 07/03/2026 | By EI News Network
Technique Solaire Commissions 2.8 MWp Solar Plant in Haryana Under PM-KUSUM Scheme
Technique Solaire has commissioned a 2.8 MWp solar plant in Haryana, the first unit of its 16.8 MWp project being developed under the PM KUSUM Scheme.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 07/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
JK Tyre to Procure Captive Solar Power from Oriana Power and Fourth Partner Energy
JK Tyre and Industries will invest a total of INR 6.57 crore to pick up 26 percent stakes in SPVs of Oriana Power and Fourth Partner Energy to procure solar power under the captive mode.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 07/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Eastman Auto and Power Secures SEBI Nod for Proposed IPO
Eastman Auto and Power Ltd has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India to proceed with its proposed initial public offering following the filing of a confidential DRHP in December 2025.
Business | 07/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Himachal Pradesh Mandates EV Charging Infrastructure in Commercial, Public and Semi-Public Buildings
The Government of Himachal Pradesh has mandated EV charging infrastructure in commercial and public buildings under the Himachal Pradesh Town and Country Planning Rules, 2026 while introducing additional FAR incentives for energy-efficient buildings compliant with the HP Energy Conservation Building Code (HPECBC) Rules 2018.
Policies & Regulations | 07/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Hero Future Energies Signs MoU with VNEB to Deploy Rooftop Solar and BESS in Vietnam
Hero Future Energies has signed an MoU with Viet Nam Electricity Business Joint Stock Company to deploy rooftop solar and battery energy storage systems across industrial parks in Vietnam.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 07/03/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
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