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The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has approved a ₹258.83 crore human resource development programme for FY2026–27 to FY2030–31 to expand research and workforce development.
GAIL has floated a tender to appoint a Project Management Consultant for a 100 MW ground-mounted solar project of 22 MWh BESS in Maharashtra, to meet its power requirements.
BREDA has invited bids to install, operate and manage 500 MW of rooftop solar projects on government buildings in Bihar under the RESCO model.
Google announced five sustainability initiatives in India for AI growth and climate welfare.
PM-KUSUM’s next phase will include a dedicated agrivoltaics component to help farmers generate electricity while continuing crop cultivation.
REIL has invited bids for 15 MWp of grid-connected solar projects on government buildings across states and UTs under the RESCO model, with bids due September 29, 2026.
To speed up its clean energy transition, Tripura plans to reach 500 MW in renewable energy capacity by 2030, according to Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath.
Tata Power has commissioned a 162 CKM, 400 kV transmission line and 1,000 MVA GIS substation under its Jalpura-Khurja project in Uttar Pradesh.
Tata Power Renewable Energy Ltd has commissioned a 100 MW group captive solar project in Tamil Nadu, taking its total utility portfolio to 12.3 GW and operational capacity beyond 7 GW.
Assam has approved the ₹50,000 crore Viksit Assam programme, including a 30 MW solar plant paired with a 25 MW/100 MWh battery storage project in Goalpara.
Cabinet approves ₹5,070 crore PM-SSY to develop 5,000 MW of floating solar projects with 10,000 MWh co-located energy storage capacity.
MNRE’s New Solar Power Scheme aims to electrify 1 lakh un-electrified households in tribal and PVTG areas through off-grid solar systems, alongside solarisation of 1,500 Multi-Purpose Centres (MPCs). As of June 30, 2026, 11,838 households had been electrified through solar off-grid systems.
MNRE has extended the exemption from ALMM List-II requirements for solar PV cells in net metering and open access renewable energy projects until December 31, 2026.
Kalpa Power has secured a 286 MWp utility-scale solar project in Madhya Pradesh as the state expands its renewable energy capacity.
Tata Power Renewable Energy has commissioned a 190.5 MW FDRE project at Kalasar in Bikaner, integrating solar generation with energy storage and grid-support technologies.
The manufacturers have adopted larger G12R N-type TOPCon cells, with changes in cell dimensions, busbar configurations, wattage and efficiency under the revised ALMM-II.
Aditya Birla Renewables has secured a $1.6 billion term loan from MUFG to acquire Solenergi Power, which comprises the Sprng Energy group of companies.
India’s clean energy capacity has surpassed fossil-fuel capacity for the first time, prompting Anand Mahindra to highlight its implications for energy security.
SJVN Green Energy has invited bids for developing up to 1,000 MWac of grid-connected solar projects in Punjab and Rajasthan, along with land acquisition and EPC activities. The tender also includes five-year O&M, with bidders able to apply for capacities ranging from 250 MWac to 1,000 MWac.
Oswal Pumps will install 20 MW of rooftop solar capacity across 18,089 consumer sites in Bihar’s Darbhanga Circle under the PM Surya Ghar scheme.
The Odisha Cabinet has approved amendments to the state’s semiconductor and renewable energy policies to expand investment opportunities and strengthen the clean energy and semiconductor ecosystems.
Inox Clean Energy has received ₹1,000 crore of a ₹1,500 crore investment commitment from the Motilal Oswal Group to support acquisitions and platform expansion.
TP Renewable Microgrid is expanding its decentralised renewable energy ecosystem, integrating solar microgrids, bioenergy and energy-efficient technologies to improve rural livelihoods, agricultural productivity and clean energy access.
NTPC Mining has invited Expressions of Interest for developing 40 MW of ground-mounted solar projects under the RESCO model to integrate renewable energy into its mining operations.
Seven Greens Solar Systems has commissioned a 2.7 MW rooftop solar project across 23 railway stations and a 350-km North Western Railway corridor in Rajasthan and Haryana.
India has crossed 300 GW of non-fossil fuel-based installed power capacity and raising the clean energy share to over 54% of total installed capacity.
Kosol Energie has launched enhanced N-type Glass-to-Glass solar PV modules in 600 Wp, 620 Wp and 630 Wp variants, targeting higher durability, reliability and performance for utility-scale, commercial, residential projects.
The Maharashtra Electricity Regulatory Commission has approved competitively discovered tariffs for 2,269 MW of distributed solar capacity under the Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana 2.0, enabling MSEDCL to sign long-term power purchase agreements for feeder-level solarisation projects across the state.
The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana has surpassed 50.06 lakh rooftop solar installations across India, with installation rates accelerating over threefold in the past nine months. The scheme has also enabled subsidy disbursals, concessional financing, and expanded rooftop solar adoption among households and government buildings.
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has issued detailed clarifications on the implementation of ALMM List-II for solar PV cells, outlining exemptions, tender eligibility, and compliance timelines for utility-scale, rooftop, and captive solar projects.
Andhra Pradesh and Australia have signed four MoUs spanning clean energy, advanced manufacturing, education, student well-being and skill development, including a Centre of Excellence for Solar Manufacturing at IIT-Tirupati to strengthen research, innovation and workforce development.
Bluebird Solar has won a 278 MW solar PV module supply order from Bridge & Roof Company (India) Ltd. for two SJVN solar power projects in Gujarat and Rajasthan, strengthening its presence in India's utility-scale solar market.
The integrated 800 MW wind-solar project includes a 200 MW FDRE facility with BESS and supports Tata Power Renewable Energy’s clean energy expansion while contributing to India’s 500 GW non-fossil fuel target by 2030.
MNRE has recommended that DISCOMs and Electricity Departments allow a DC capacity margin of up to 10 percent while processing rooftop solar net metering applications under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, provided inverter AC capacity remains within sanctioned limits.
The PSU has floated an RFP to appoint land aggregators, developers, and contractors for a 350 MW ISTS-connected solar project in Andhra Pradesh, with bid submissions closing on August 24.
Waaree Renewable Technologies has won EPC contracts for two utility-scale solar projects with a combined capacity of 800 MWac (1,082 MWp), strengthening its order book and expanding its presence in India's solar infrastructure market.
RenewSys hosted the second edition of Anusandhan 2026, bringing together India's solar manufacturing ecosystem while unveiling two new photovoltaic materials for enhanced module reliability and performance.
India is well on track to achieve its target of 500 GW installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel-based sources by 2030, says Union Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy and Power, Shripad Yesso Naik.
Former Indian cricket captain MS Dhoni has invested in residential solar company SolarSquare through his family office, Midas Deals, as part of its $53 million Series C funding round and joined the company as its brand ambassador.
Rayzon Solar has partnered with Caelux Corporation to develop high-efficiency next-generation solar modules under a five-year, 5 GW agreement.
Maharashtra has overtaken older solar leaders to become India's third-largest solar market, with growth now driven less by sunshine and land than by its factories, data centres and corporate power buyers.
As distributed generation, diverse energy pathways and digital infrastructure converge, the country is moving towards an energy system defined by agency, trust and strategic strength.
As India’s clean energy transition gains steam, government initiatives such as PM Surya Ghar and PM-KUSUM are driving a shift from centralised power generation to distributed solar systems, enabling households, farmers and communities to become active participants in the country's evolving energy economy.
GK Energy will install 10,000 solar-powered agricultural pumps in Maharashtra under MSEDCL's scheme, expanding clean irrigation infrastructure and supporting solar adoption in farming.
The government plans a 1–5 star energy-efficiency rating system for solar and energy storage batteries, with the framework expected to be finalised by September.
Vikram Solar has commissioned its new solar module manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu, rolling out its first TOPCon modules while advancing plans to expand solar cell, wafer, and ingot production.
Tata Motors and Welspun Renewable Energy have signed a Power Purchase Agreement to develop an 86 MW wind-solar hybrid project that will supply clean electricity to four Tata Motors manufacturing plants.
GK Energy secured a ₹48.02 crore, 10 MW rooftop solar order to install systems across 1,150 sites within 90 days, marking its largest rooftop solar contract.
Adani Green Energy Ltd has commissioned a 150 MW solar power project in Khavda, Gujarat, taking its total operational renewable energy capacity to 19,985.8 MW. The company also announced an active battery energy storage capacity of 3,366 MWh, strengthening its clean energy and grid stability initiatives.
Solarium Green Energy has secured a ₹186.53 crore EPC contract for a 50 MW AC solar project in Maharashtra, expanding its presence in utility-scale renewable energy infrastructure.
