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MNRE Seeks Rooftop Solar Rollback in Maharashtra

MNRE has asked Maharashtra to withdraw recent rooftop solar restrictions that tie system size to past electricity consumption instead of sanctioned load. The ministry said the move could slow rooftop adoption, create uncertainty for consumers and developers, and run counter to national clean energy goals and PM Surya Ghar ambitions.

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POWERGRID Floats AP Hydrogen Transmission Tender

POWERGRID has floated a major transmission tender to support upcoming green hydrogen projects in Andhra Pradesh. The bid marks another step toward building dedicated grid infrastructure for emerging hydrogen hubs, ensuring evacuation readiness, stronger reliability, and long-term support for India’s integrated renewable energy and green fuels ecosystem.

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Ceigall Signs PPAs for 337 MW Maharashtra Solar

Ceigall India has signed power purchase agreements with MSEDCL for 337 MW of solar capacity in Maharashtra. The development strengthens the state’s utility-scale solar pipeline and reflects continued momentum in long-term procurement, helping expand clean generation capacity while supporting Maharashtra’s broader renewable energy transition strategy.

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Powerica Scales Through Partnership-Led Growth

Powerica’s partnership-led expansion model signals a strategic shift toward larger and more scalable renewable growth. By aligning with industrial and technology partners, the company is positioning itself to accelerate clean energy deployment, build stronger execution capabilities, and create a more diversified platform for future renewable and infrastructure opportunities.

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CERC Clears ₹2.45/kWh Tariff for SECI CPSU Solar

CERC has approved a tariff of ₹2.45 per kWh for SECI’s 1,200 MW solar project under the CPSU Scheme. The order provides regulatory clarity for a major government-backed solar allocation and supports project progress, while also leaving room for separate treatment of GST-related change-in-law compensation claims.

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NHPC Invites Haryana Rooftop Solar Bids

NHPC has invited bids for rooftop solar projects across Haryana under the RESCO model. The tender is expected to support wider distributed solar adoption by enabling third-party investment and long-term service delivery, while reducing upfront costs for users and strengthening rooftop deployment momentum across the state.

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CERC Approves Tariffs for 1,500 MW NTPC-Led ISTS Solar

CERC has approved tariffs for 1,500 MW of interstate transmission system-connected solar projects led by NTPC. The decision adds certainty to another large solar tranche, strengthens the national renewable procurement pipeline, and underlines the continued role of central agencies in scaling competitively priced clean power across states.

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POWERGRID Seeks Bids for 765 kV AP Line

POWERGRID has invited bids for a 765 kV transmission line linked to green hydrogen projects in Andhra Pradesh. The project highlights how high-capacity transmission is becoming essential to renewable-industrial clusters, helping future hydrogen production sites secure robust grid connectivity and enabling large-scale clean energy integration.

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CERC Upholds BG Encashment in CPCL-CTUIL Dispute

CERC has upheld bank guarantee encashment in the long-running dispute between CPCL and CTUIL over long-term access. The ruling reinforces regulatory discipline in transmission planning, signaling that project delays and prolonged inaction can still carry financial consequences where allocated capacity and grid resources are concerned.

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NTPC Green, Nxtra Sign RTC Power MoU

NTPC Green Energy has signed an MoU with Nxtra to explore round-the-clock renewable power supply for data centers. The move reflects rising demand from digital infrastructure players for reliable clean energy and highlights the growing convergence of renewable generation, storage, and high-load commercial consumption.

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DERC Phases Out Additional Surcharge in Delhi

DERC has amended Delhi’s open access rules and introduced a phased reduction of additional surcharge over four years. The change is expected to improve the economics of open access procurement, encourage wider renewable sourcing by consumers, and support a more competitive and consumer-responsive electricity market in Delhi.

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JAKSON Partners with Sourav Ganguly

JAKSON Group has partnered with Sourav Ganguly to strengthen its brand presence and accelerate clean energy visibility in India. The collaboration is aimed at expanding public engagement around renewable energy while reinforcing the company’s positioning in a fast-growing market shaped by rising energy transition awareness.

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Logics PowerAMR Commissions 2.4 MWp PM-KUSUM Project

Logics PowerAMR has commissioned a 2.4 MWp solar project in Rajasthan under the PM-KUSUM scheme. The project supports solar-powered agriculture infrastructure, expands rural clean energy access, and adds to the broader push to reduce farmer dependence on conventional electricity and diesel-based pumping systems.

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Hindustan Power Gets LOI for PGE Exploration

Hindustan Power has secured a letter of intent for platinum group elements exploration in Madhya Pradesh. The move broadens the company’s strategic exposure to minerals relevant for clean energy and green hydrogen value chains, linking upstream resource potential with India’s longer-term industrial decarbonization ambitions.

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Green Cement Market Shows Strong Global Growth

The global green cement market is projected for strong growth as decarbonization targets and sustainable construction demand gather pace. The trend reflects rising investor and industry focus on low-carbon materials, offering new momentum for cleaner industrial processes and climate-aligned infrastructure development worldwide.

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CERC Grants Final Extension for Gujarat Hybrid Project

CERC has granted a final commissioning extension for a 100 MW hybrid power project in Gujarat. The decision provides limited additional time for project completion while maintaining oversight, underscoring the regulatory balancing act between enabling project execution and preserving accountability in India’s renewable development pipeline.

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Green Textile Manufacturing Gains Ground in India

India’s textile sector is seeing stronger momentum toward green manufacturing as companies focus on lowering carbon footprints through cleaner energy, efficient processes, and sustainable production models. The shift highlights how industrial decarbonization is expanding beyond power generation into export-oriented manufacturing and supply chain competitiveness.

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India Accelerates Bioenergy and Waste-to-Energy Push

Government-backed momentum around bioenergy and waste-to-energy projects is continuing to build in 2026. The latest push reflects a broader renewable strategy that extends beyond solar and wind, positioning bioenergy as an important pathway for waste management, cleaner fuels, and diversified low-carbon power generation.

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Tata Power Completes Major UP EHV Network Project

Tata Power has completed a major extra-high-voltage transmission network project in Uttar Pradesh. The milestone strengthens regional grid infrastructure, supports rising power demand, and reinforces the importance of transmission expansion in enabling reliable supply and smoother integration of conventional and renewable energy sources.

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PM-KUSUM Benefits Over 21 Lakh Farmers

PM-KUSUM continues to scale solar agriculture in India, with over 21 lakh farmers now benefiting under the scheme. The programme remains central to rural solarization, helping reduce diesel use, improve farm-level energy access, and create long-term cost savings through decentralized clean power systems.

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India Deepens Green Hydrogen Mission Push

The government is continuing to advance the National Green Hydrogen Mission, reinforcing its focus on production, infrastructure, industry adoption, and long-term market creation. The latest developments signal sustained policy support as India seeks to build a competitive green hydrogen ecosystem and strengthen energy transition leadership.

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PM Surya Ghar Crosses 26 Lakh Rooftop Installations

PM Surya Ghar Yojana has reached 26 lakh rooftop solar installations across India, supported by ₹17,967 crore in central financial assistance. The update highlights the scale-up of household solar adoption and underlines the programme’s growing role in distributed energy expansion and consumer-level clean power access.

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CERC Clears Tariffs for 2,170 MW ISTS Solar

CERC has approved tariffs for 2,170 MW of ISTS solar projects, including greenshoe expansion. The order adds momentum to large-scale interstate solar procurement and reflects continued confidence in competitive tariff-based bidding as India works to accelerate utility-scale renewable capacity growth.

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Saatvik Earns EcoVadis Bronze Rating

Saatvik Green Energy has received an EcoVadis Bronze rating for its performance in governance, labour standards, and ESG practices. The recognition supports the growing importance of sustainability benchmarking in clean energy manufacturing and highlights how ESG credibility is becoming increasingly relevant across supply chains.

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Tata Power Solaroof Launches Flexi EMI for C&I Solar

Tata Power Solaroof has launched SunSmart Flexi EMI to make commercial and industrial rooftop solar more affordable. The financing offering is aimed at easing upfront cost barriers for businesses, supporting faster adoption, and improving access to distributed solar solutions in the C&I segment.

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