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Solar Firms Slash Prices as GST Cut Benefits Reach End Users

Solar industry players have quickly reflected the GST rate cuts in their pricing strategies, signalling a strong and coordinated response across the renewable energy value chain.

Nirmala Sitharaman | September 26, 2025 | By Abha Rustagi |  942

Luminous Power Technologies to Pass on Full GST Reduction Benefits to Customers

Following the 56th GST Council Meeting on 3 September, 2025, chaired by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Luminous Power Technologies will pass on full GST reduction benefits to customers starting 22 September 2025.

Nirmala Sitharaman | September 22, 2025 | By News Bureau |  563

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.

Nirmala Sitharaman | February 03, 2025 | By EI News Network |  4851

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.

Nirmala Sitharaman | February 01, 2025 | By Abha Rustagi |  12627

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.

Nirmala Sitharaman | February 01, 2025 | By EI News Network |  2963

Gadkari Calls for Reduced GST on Flex-Fuel Vehicles to Boost Biofuel Adoption

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari advocates for reducing GST on flex-fuel vehicles to 12 percent, highlighting the economic and environmental benefits of biofuel at the India Bio-Energy & Tech Expo.

Nirmala Sitharaman | September 02, 2024 | By EI News Network |  1366

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.

Nirmala Sitharaman | July 25, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  1687

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.

Nirmala Sitharaman | July 23, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  5853

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.

Nirmala Sitharaman | July 23, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  1960

RE Industry Seeks Policy Boost, Financial Incentives Ahead of Union Budget 2024-25

The introduction of strong incentives for research and technical advancement, improved access to affordable finance, and a decrease in the GST rates on renewable energy components are among the main goals.

Nirmala Sitharaman | July 09, 2024 | By Abha Rustagi |  2922

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