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Official data from the Central Electricity Authority (CEA) reveals how renewable, solar and wind power generation is evolving across India's states and regions, offering a monthly assessment of the country's clean energy transition and the shifting geography of electricity generation.
India hosted the eighth BRICS Youth Energy Summit 2026 virtually under its BRICS Chairship, with more than 100 participants discussing energy security, access, sustainability, technology and innovation.
India curtailed 8,133 GWh of solar power between April and June 2026 to ensure grid security and address transmission infrastructure constraints, the government informed Parliament. Meanwhile, the PM Surya Ghar scheme has crossed 75 lakh applications and over 39 lakh rooftop solar installations, with ₹27,343.9 crore disbursed as Central Financial Assistance.
L&T has secured a ₹15,000 crore framework agreement with TenneT to develop offshore converter platforms for its 2 GW HVDC programme, supporting offshore wind integration in the Netherlands and Germany.
Cosmic PV Power has secured the Consent to Establish (CTE) approval for its proposed 1.10 GW solar cell manufacturing facility in Madhya Pradesh, paving the way for commercial operations targeted in FY2027-28.
Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said initiatives including the Biofuel Mission, Green Hydrogen Mission, and Samudra Manthan are strengthening India's energy security, reducing import dependence, and accelerating the country's transition towards energy self-reliance.
IREDA has appointed MNRE Joint Secretary Javvadi VN Subramanyam as Government Nominee Director on its Board, effective July 24, 2026, strengthening the agency's leadership with extensive experience in renewable energy, finance, and infrastructure.
The Centre has appointed Madhya Pradesh Chief Secretary Anurag Jain as the Chief Executive Officer of NITI Aayog for a two-year term. The 1989-batch IAS officer brings extensive experience in infrastructure, industry, and public administration.
Suzlon has secured a 201.6 MW wind energy order from Waaree Forever Energies for its maiden wind project in Andhra Pradesh. The company will execute the project under its DevCo model with end-to-end EPC and lifetime O&M services.
Goldman Sachs has warned Brent crude could rise to $120 a barrel by the fourth quarter if disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz continue, while maintaining its base-case forecast of $80 amid expectations of easing regional tensions.
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has amended its prototype wind turbine guidelines, allowing DISCOMs and other eligible entities to procure scheduled power from prototype wind turbine models while introducing revised commissioning and ALMM compliance requirements.
The Delhi government has notified the Delhi Electric Vehicles Policy 2026, introducing incentives, charging infrastructure expansion and a phased transition away from select petrol and CNG vehicle registrations to accelerate EV adoption.
India has entered a new phase of wind energy growth, but translating its vast untapped resource into a 100 GW reality will depend on faster transmission build-out, repowering ageing assets, viable offshore projects and smoother project execution.
India's oil sector remains heavily reliant on imports even as refining runs at scale, while the power sector is meeting peak demand in full and adding solar capacity far faster than wind.
The government has floated bids for 10 GWh of grid-scale battery storage manufacturing under the ACC PLI scheme to strengthen domestic energy storage and renewable integration.
The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement and Double Contribution Convention have come into force, strengthening the competitiveness of India's clean energy manufacturing, engineering exports and energy services.
GIZ India has signed an MoU with Tripura's power agencies to expand renewable energy, strengthen institutional capacity and support implementation of national clean energy programmes over the next three years.
Aditya Birla Group has acquired Sprng Energy from Shell for $1.8 billion, boosting its renewable energy capacity to 9.3 GW and making the group India's fifth-largest renewable energy company.
India must scale battery energy storage capacity to 888 GWh by FY36, with strong growth in installations and tenders highlighting the sector's rapid expansion.
India's transmission sector could attract ₹5-6 trillion in investments by FY32 to expand grid infrastructure and support the country's growing renewable energy capacity.
Dr Bijay Kumar Mohanty has assumed additional charge as CMD of IREDA for three months or until a permanent appointment is made, succeeding Pradip Kumar Das.
Suzlon has won a 105 MW wind energy order from Sunsure Energy, marking the commercial rollout of its newly launched S175 wind turbine. The project involves the supply, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of 21 turbines at a site in Karnataka.
Envision Energy has secured a 660 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) order for South Africa's Naos-1 project through an agreement with SOLA Group and WBHO. The company will also provide long-term technical support and maintenance under a 25-year agreement.
MNRE has amended its prototype wind turbine guidelines, allowing DISCOMs and other eligible entities to procure scheduled power while introducing revised commissioning and commercial deployment norms.
NLC India Renewables Ltd and OREDA have formed a joint venture to develop 1,000 MW of renewable energy capacity in Odisha, with plans to expand into energy storage and green hydrogen.
As downstream companies rethink energy economics and operational resilience, solar-plus-storage is emerging as a strategic pillar of the refinery transition.
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has launched Small Hydro Power Development Scheme Guidelines with a ₹2,584.60 crore outlay to support 1,500 MW of new capacity by FY2030-31.
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi said India has transformed from a power-deficit nation into an energy-surplus economy, backed by record generation capacity and rapid renewable energy expansion.
MNRE has clarified that PM Surya Ghar beneficiaries choosing net metering under 'Give It Up' category will be exempt from ALMM requirements until March 31, 2027.
Tamil Nadu Electricity Regulatory Commission has proposed a new tariff framework for renewable energy projects, with competitive bidding set to remain the primary procurement route.
Ganesh Green Bharat Ltd (GGBL) has secured a 1,000 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) project from NTPC Renewable Energy Ltd (NTPC REL).
India has emerged as the world's second-largest solar growth market in 2025 by annual capacity additions, overtaking the United States.
Tata Power Delhi Distribution has energised over 10,400 rooftop solar installations in Delhi, boosting distributed renewable energy adoption under PM Surya Ghar.
Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal engaged Canadian investors and business leaders to deepen cooperation across clean energy, critical minerals, infrastructure and advanced manufacturing sectors.
The government has decided against a blanket extension of the ALMM List-II deadline for solar PV cells beyond June 1, 2026.
Adani Green Energy has operationalised a 3.37 GWh battery energy storage system at Khavda, Gujarat strengthening round-the-clock renewable power delivery capabilities.
India and Canada will advance CEPA negotiations with a focus on energy security, critical minerals, nuclear cooperation and clean energy transition.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal said India offers high-quality power infrastructure, including 24-hour clean energy at globally competitive rates, making it an attractive destination for data centres and advanced manufacturing.
India and Italy will deepen cooperation in renewable energy, green hydrogen, critical minerals, AI and clean technologies under an upgraded strategic partnership.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged Swedish companies to expand investments in India’s green hydrogen, clean energy and sustainability sectors during his Sweden visit.
Renewable energy is no longer only a climate agenda but a key driver of industrial competitiveness, trade resilience and economic growth, says Pralhad Joshi.
India emerges as the world’s third-largest renewable energy market, though import dependence in solar supply chains remains a challenge.
India and Vietnam agree to strengthen upstream oil and gas cooperation while expanding collaboration in renewables, nuclear energy and biofuels.
India and Japan explore avenues to strengthen energy partnership amid West Asia crisis.
KP Group CMD Dr Faruk G Patel honoured with BRICS International Award for Sustainable Energy Leadership for his contribution to advancing clean energy adoption and developing large-scale renewable infrastructure.
India powers 45 lakh households through solar, with rooftop adoption accelerating under PM Surya Ghar scheme.
India records highest-ever annual wind capacity addition of over 6 GW, taking total capacity beyond 56 GW and reinforcing its renewable energy push.
India is pursuing a multi-dimensional energy strategy spanning hydrogen, nuclear and renewables, while boosting domestic manufacturing and innovation, says Jitendra Singh.
As India races towards its 500 GW non-fossil fuel target, wind energy is quietly reasserting itself as a strategic pillar of the transition. Beyond capacity addition, the real story lies in industrial depth, supply chain resilience and global competitiveness. In an interview with ENERGDIVE, Aditya Pyasi, CEO, Indian Wind Turbine Manufacturers Association, explains how India’s wind sector aims to scale, innovate and compete with global manufacturing leaders.
