Adani Power and Bhutan's state owned power corporaton to develop 770-megawatt hydropower project

Adani Power and Druk Green Power Corporation have signed an agreement to develop the 770-megawatt Chamkharchhu-I Hydroelectric Project. Construction is expected to begin in the first half of 2027 and commissioning will follow six years later. This project aims to enhance Bhutan’s energy security and provide surplus power to India during summer months. The partnership will operate under a 49:51 equity model and includes a 30-year concession.

India’s wind industry must move beyond turbines to integrated power solutions: GWEC

Sumitomo Corp picks up 49% stake in Hero group unit

UltraTech commissions 116.55-MW wind project; 1st Indian co to hit 2 GW captive green power capacity

UN climate chief hails India's Green Energy Corridor-III, says grid strengthening will deliver "big dividends"

EV boom gathers pace as electric car sales jump 95% on fuel prices, new models

Actis launches fourth India renewable platform Leo Energies, targets 3 GW-plus portfolio

KPI Green Energy bags ₹2025 crore from NACOF Oorja for turnkey 500 MW/550 MWp solar power plant in Rajasthan

Keralam targets 100 percentage renewable energy by 2040

North Star Renewable Energy appoints Shivanand Nimbargi as Managing Director and CEO

Switch Mobility receives order for 840 electric buses in Delhi under PM E-Drive scheme's first phase

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Electric Vehicles

Trev plans 2,500-vehicle premium EV fleet by 2031, raising $2 million

Aiming to elevate its electric vehicle fleet from 105 to 300 by the close of the financial year, Trev Mobility is in the process of raising $2 million, having almost reached $1 million in funding thus far. With its fleet comprising deluxe electric vehicles, Trev offers distinct services outside mainstream ride-hailing markets.

EV boom gathers pace as electric car sales jump 95% on fuel prices, new models

TATA.ev extends Battery-as-a-Service offering across its electric vehicle portfolio

Switch Mobility receives order for 840 electric buses in Delhi under PM E-Drive scheme's first phase

States seek 10,000+ more e-buses beyond PM E-DRIVE allocation

Tesla opens first Experience Centre in Chennai, expands India retail and service network

Tesla India has established its first Experience Center in Chennai, located in Express Avenue Mall. This center aims to provide comprehensive retail and after-sales services to customers. Additionally, Tesla has set up a Collision Center and service capabilities in Poonamallee. The expansion facilitates easy access to genuine Tesla parts and qualified technicians for Chennai and Tamil Nadu owners.

Swiggy's Instamart extends Yulu, Yuma ties to ramp up EV deliveries

JSW Greentech gears up to take on top players in electric-CV market

Karnataka ranks third in NITI Aayog’s electric mobility index, tops charging readiness

Electric mobility a strategic imperative for Viksit Bharat 2047: NITI Aayog

Delhi retains top position in India's Electric Mobility Index 2025 followed by Maharashtra and Karnataka

Solar Energy

Tata Power Renewables adds 88,397 rooftop solar installations in Jul-Sep quarter

Tata Power Solaroof has announced impressive growth in rooftop solar panel installations during the July to September quarter, registering 88,397 new setups – a notable 33 percent increase from last year. The first half of FY27 saw over 1,68,530 installations, achieving a 50 percent year-on-year growth. Uttar Pradesh took the spotlight with 1,16,254 installations, helping the company reach a cumulative total of 5,75,000 installations and a capacity exceeding 5.

Renaissance Solar to invest Rs 5,000 crore in Karnataka

KPI Green Energy bags ₹2025 crore from NACOF Oorja for turnkey 500 MW/550 MWp solar power plant in Rajasthan

Vikram Solar secures 400 MW module supply order for agri-solar projects in Maharashtra

Renewable Energy India Expo 2026 to unlock Rs 2,800 cr investment in bioenergy sector: IBA

Websol Energy secures 54-acre land in West Bengal for 4GW solar manufacturing plant

Websol Energy System has secured 54 acres in West Bengal’s Falta Industrial Park to set up a new solar manufacturing facility.

Solex Energy targets over Rs 4,500 cr revenue by FY28, bets on solar expansion

Delhi to fund rooftop solar panels up to 3 kW for 2.25 lakh homes

Premier Energies commissions 7 GW solar cell plant in Andhra Pradesh

NLC India targets large-scale pumped storage projects in Tamil Nadu, Odisha

Saatvik Green Energy bags order worth Rs 1042 crore from SECI

Hybrid Power

SunBridge BioEnergy starts commercial production at Rs 350 crore ethanol plant

SunBridge BioEnergy Ltd has started commercial production of fuel-grade ethanol at its Seoni facility. This facility, with an investment of Rs 350 crore, has a daily production capacity of 300 kilolitres. The company also plans to increase its capacity by setting up another facility in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. SunBridge BioEnergy utilizes damaged food grains such as maize and broken rice for ethanol production.

Adani Power and Bhutan's state owned power corporaton to develop 770-megawatt hydropower project

Sumitomo Corp picks up 49% stake in Hero group unit

UN climate chief hails India's Green Energy Corridor-III, says grid strengthening will deliver "big dividends"

Actis launches fourth India renewable platform Leo Energies, targets 3 GW-plus portfolio

Nuvoco, Clean Max tie up for clean energy project

Nuvoco Vistas Corp has engaged in a partnership with Clean Max Enviro Energy Solutions for a renewable project. This initiative involves a 46.4 MW wind-solar hybrid energy facility located in Rajasthan. The project will include 20 MW of wind capacity and 26.4 MWdc of solar capacity, featuring a 2-MWh Battery Energy Storage System.

North Star Renewable Energy appoints Shivanand Nimbargi as Managing Director and CEO

Nearly 7 billion litres without a market: Ethanol glut in India fuels search for new buyers

India to set up first port-based e-methanol facility at Kandla for Rs 2,300 cr

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Wind Energy

India’s wind industry must move beyond turbines to integrated power solutions: GWEC

India's wind energy companies are encouraged to offer integrated solutions that include wind, solar, and battery storage. This shift is crucial as the country aims to reach its 2030 target of 100 GW of wind capacity. Improved policies and auction designs are helping, but coordination between agencies poses challenges. Grid deployment delays and permit issues are also key constraints facing the industry.

UltraTech commissions 116.55-MW wind project; 1st Indian co to hit 2 GW captive green power capacity

CESC arm Purvah Green Power signs agreement with Prism Johnson Ltd to develop 49.5 MW wind project

Inox Wind bags Rs 755-crore turnkey project from Indian Oil Corporation

India soon to be 3rd largest wind energy player: Govt official

Suzlon secures 250 MW order from Torrent Green Energy

The wind turbine maker will supply 76 S144 generators and provide grid integration and long-term maintenance services.

Suzlon plans 1,325 MW wind projects in Andhra Pradesh

Inox Clean Energy completes Rs 6,000 crore acquisition of BlackRock-owned GIP's Vena Energy India

China's world-leading renewable megabases rely on coal-heavy transmission

Power producer Resolven bags 200 MW wind project from SECI

Suzlon bags 105 MW wind energy project from Sunsure Energy

Policy and Regulations

GEC-III scheme to unlock next growth phase for India renewables sector

The Union Cabinet approved the GEC-III scheme, earmarking Rs 1.86 lakh crore for developing transmission systems and battery storage. This initiative will facilitate the evacuation of 135 GW of renewable energy by FY2032-33 while addressing industry concerns regarding transmission capacity. Experts believe that it will also lead to significant growth in the renewable sector and stabilize the electricity grid.

Cabinet clears Rs 1.86 lakh crore Green Energy Corridor-III to evacuate 135 GW renewable power

Keralam targets 100 percentage renewable energy by 2040

New renewable energy units may need to store 10% power for 2 hours

India plans Rs 13,000 crore in aid to spur battery parts output

NHPC J&K project may get ₹18,700 cr subordinated debt

The power ministry is exploring subordinated debt for NHPC's Sawalkote project. This low-interest financing aims to support the large hydropower development in Jammu and Kashmir. The project's estimated cost stands at ₹31,380 crore, with approvals pending. India is accelerating hydropower projects, especially on western rivers. Other large projects in Arunachal Pradesh have also received government approval.

Delhi's master plan proposes solar, hydro power generation from canals, drains

Renewable energy developers get relief over delayed projects, with riders

MHA bans new solar, wind projects within 1 km of India’s borders

India's clean energy push must shift from capacity to adoption: Experts

Nuclear Energy: First draft rules of SHANTI Act ready for consultations, final notification likely in few months

People

Bijay Kumar Mohanty assumes additional charge as CMD, IREDA

India's state owned Indian Renewable Energy Devlopment Agency (IREDA) on Wednesday, says its director of Finance, Bijay Kumar Mohanty who has assumed additional charge of Chairman and Managing Director on July 1. He's a fellow member at of the Institute of Cost Accountants of India and has 27 years of experience in the Indian power sector, where he worked with the Central Electricity Supply Company of Odisha Ltd (CESCO) and Grid Corporation of Odisha Ltd (GRIDCO).

How a young entrepreneur is building domestic tin capacity in an import-dependent market

ACME Group appoints Jitendra Agrawal as COO manufacturing business

How India's EV adoption will soar by 2030

EV two-wheeler sales jump 24% post-budget: Are daily commuters or fleet buyers driving the boom?

How data is transforming EV battery health monitoring

Advanced machine learning and statistical models are being used to enhance EV battery safety, efficiency, and lifespan. By analyzing real-world data, these models can predict battery health, optimize performance, and offer significant cost savings. Integrating diverse data sources provides actionable insights, supporting better maintenance, reliability, and financial management in the EV ecosystem.

Are electric vehicles truly affordable for India’s middle class?

Powering a greener future: How modern biogas technology cuts emissions and creates value

How Indian real estate can lead the renewable energy revolution

How Budget can recharge Indian renewable industry’s battery

Energy storage systems: The key to unlocking India's net-zero goals

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Renewable Energy India Expo 2026 to unlock Rs 2,800 cr investment in bioenergy sector: IBA

The Renewable Energy India Expo 2026 will take place from October 22 to 24 in Greater Noida, poised to draw over Rs 2,800 crore in investments targeted at the bioenergy sector. Highlighting initiatives like the GOBARdhan National Circular Bioenergy Scheme, which aims to ramp up CBG production significantly by 2036, the event showcases a plethora of exhibitors and cutting-edge technology.

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