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MNRE Launches Green Hydrogen Certification Portal of India

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi has launched the Green Hydrogen Certification Portal of India to streamline certification and regulatory compliance under the country's Green Hydrogen Certification Scheme.

Standards & Certifications | 18/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Bihar Launches INR 1,512 Crore Rooftop Solar Programme for 2.5 Lakh 'Kutir Jyoti Consumers'

Bihar has launched a INR 1,512 crore rooftop solar programme for 2.5 lakh 'Kutir Jyoti consumers', targeting 25 lakh households by 2027 under PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana.

Policies & Regulations | 17/06/2026 | By EI News Network

MNRE Empanels RECPDCL, REIL as SIPs for Government Rooftop Solar Under PM Surya Ghar

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has designated REC Power Development and Consultancy Ltd. and Rajasthan Electronics and Instruments Ltd. as additional Scheme Implementation Partners for rooftop solar installations on government buildings under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana.

Policies & Regulations | 17/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Navitas Solar to Invest INR 1,500 Crore in Gujarat for 3.6 GW Solar Cell Plant and Pilot Wafer-Ingot Manufacturing Line

Navitas Solar’s proposed solar cell facility is being designed as a highly automated production platform capable of supporting future technology upgrades and next-generation cell architectures.

Business | 16/06/2026 | By Abha Rustagi

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi Launches India's First Wind Turbine Supply Chain Portal

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi launched the WT-MARUT portal in Goa during the Global Wind Day Conference to strengthen domestic wind manufacturing, enhance exports and support India's 155 GW wind target by 2035.

Business | 16/06/2026 | By EI News Network

SECI Enters C&I Segment with 700 MW Renewable Energy Agreement with Acme Cleantech

Solar Energy Corporation of India has signed its first-ever 700 MW Commercial and Industrial (C&I) renewable energy term sheet with Acme Cleantech Solutions, expanding its clean energy supply portfolio beyond DISCOMs to cater to India's growing C&I market.

Business | 22/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

MNRE Clarifies Scope of Solar Thermal QCO, Excludes Glass Evacuated Solar Collector Tubes

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has clarified that Glass Evacuated Solar Collector Tubes are not covered under the Solar Thermal Systems, Devices and Components (Quality Control) Order, 2024.

Policies & Regulations | 22/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Envision Energy, AMEA Power Sign Agreement for 500 MW Amunet II Wind Project in Egypt

Envision Energy has signed an agreement with AMEA Power for the 500 MW Amunet II wind power project in Egypt, which will increase AMEA Power's total wind power capacity in the country to 1 GW after commissioning.

Middle East Market | 22/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

RSDCL Invites EoI for BESS Project at Bhadla Solar Park

RSDCL seeks developers for a BESS project at Bhadla Solar Park to utilise underused transmission infrastructure during non-solar hours.

Business | 21/06/2026 | By EI News Network

EU-Kuwait Energy Roundtable Highlights European Expertise in Supporting Kuwait’s Energy Transition

At an EU-Kuwait energy roundtable, stakeholders explored cooperation, technology deployment, and renewable energy development supporting Vision 2035.

Middle East Market | 21/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Oman to Launch First Community Solar Power Station Under ‘Imtidad’ Programme

Oman will launch its first community solar project under 'Imtidad', enabling wider renewable energy access and electricity bill savings.

Middle East Market | 21/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Avaada Group Unveils a Series of Public Art Installations ‘Solar in Full Bloom’ in Mumbai

Avaada Group has unveiled a series of solar-themed public art installations by artist Sangeeta Babani at a junction adjoining Juhu Garden and Linking Road in Mumbai, aimed at promoting clean energy, environmental awareness and community engagement.

Business | 20/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

NTPC REL Invites Bids for EPC of 1,200 MWh BESS at Nokhra Solar Plant in Rajasthan

NTPC Renewable Energy has issued an EPC tender for setting up 300 MW/1,200 MWh ISTS-connected battery energy storage systems at its Devikot Solar Plant in Rajasthan. Bid submission ends on July 9, 2026.

Energy Storage | 20/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Karnataka High Court Quashes KERC's Captive Verification Procedure

The Karnataka High Court has set aside the Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission's captive verification procedure, holding that the regulator's methodology for determining proportional consumption by group captive users was inconsistent with the Electricity Rules, 2005 and the Supreme Court's ruling in the Dakshin Gujarat case.

Policies & Regulations | 20/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

CII Gujarat Conference Highlights Solar Energy as Key to Industrial Cost Optimisation

CII’s event featured policy discussions, industry case studies, technology showcases and networking opportunities aimed at accelerating renewable energy adoption across industries.

Business | 20/06/2026 | By News Bureau