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Union Budget 2025-26: Solar Cells and Modules Duty Cut to 20 Percent

The Union Budget 2025-26 announces a reduction in customs duties on solar cells and modules to 20 percent, supporting India's clean tech manufacturing. Additionally, exemptions on critical minerals like cobalt and lithium-ion battery scrap aim to boost domestic production and job creation.

Finance Minister | February 03, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1151

FM Nirmala Sitharaman Announces Budget 2025: INR 1,500 Cr for Solar Power, Big Push for Clean Energy

The government has allocated INR 1,500 crore for the solar power grid sector in the Union Budget 2025-26.

Finance Minister | February 01, 2025 | By Abha Rustagi |  6201

Union Budget 2025-26: EV Startups to Thrive with New Policy Extensions and Tax Benefits

In the recent budget announcement, the government is prioritizing clean technology to drive sustainable manufacturing, focusing on domestic production of solar PV cells, EV batteries, wind turbines, and high-voltage transmission equipment.

Finance Minister | February 01, 2025 | By Aishwarya |  3168

India's Economic Survey 2024-25: Sustainable Growth, Energy Security and Net-Zero by 2070

The Economic Survey 2024-25, tabled by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, highlights India’s commitment to net-zero emissions by 2070, emphasising sustainable growth, energy security, job creation, and environmental resilience through renewable energy expansion, climate adaptation, green technologies, and policy-driven climate finance initiatives.

Finance Minister | February 01, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1015

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi Hails Budget for Commitment to New India and RE Initiatives

Speaking about the MNRE sector the Union Minister said that PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana has received overwhelming support, with more than 1.28 crore registrations and 14 lakh applications already submitted.

Finance Minister | July 25, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  1156

Budget 2024-25: Nirmala Sitharaman Presents Green Growth and Renewable Energy Initiatives

FM Nirmala Sitharaman has announced to bring out a policy document on appropriate energy transition pathways that balance the imperatives of employment, growth, and environmental sustainability.

Finance Minister | July 23, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  4660

Economic Survey 2023-24: India's Clean Energy Sector Attracts INR 8.5 Lakh Crore Investment

The clean energy sector in India saw new investment of INR 8.5 lakh crore between 2014 and 2023, the Economic Survey 2023-24 highlights.

Finance Minister | July 23, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  1336

Government Unveils Plan for Electric Vehicle Expansion in Interim Budget 2024

The strategic initiative focuses on bolstering both the manufacturing capabilities and charging infrastructure, to fortify and expand the landscape for EVs across the country.

Finance Minister | February 02, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  1508

Union Budget 2024: Wishlist of India’s Renewable Energy Industry

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is all set to present the Interim Budget 2024-25 on February 1. While the entire country eagerly waits for Budget 2024, here’s a sneak peek into the budget expectations of some of the key players in the industry.

Finance Minister | January 24, 2024 | By Anurima Mondal |  3738

Government Aiming to Make India Global Hub for Green Hydrogen, Says Nirmala Sitharaman

HSBC India has collaborated with IIT Bombay and Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation (SSEF) to meet the technological advancements to make green hydrogen more efficient, cost-effective, and scalable.

Finance Minister | August 25, 2023 | By EI News Network |  1439

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