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New Delhi [India], April 8 (ANI): Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy and Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Pralhad Joshi, on Wednesday said India has surpassed Brazil to rank third globally, in Renewable Energy Installed Capacity, according to the Renewable Energy Statistics 2026, a press release by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy said. Joshi said India's total power generation during 2025-26 (up to March 2026) reached 1,845.921 BU. The share of non-fossil fuels ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 8 (ANI): Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy and Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Pralhad Joshi, on Wednesday said India has surpassed Brazil to rank third globally, in Renewable Energy Installed Capacity, according to the Renewable Energy Statistics 2026, a press release by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy said. Joshi said India's total power generation during 2025-26 (up to March 2026) reached 1,845.921 BU. The share of non-fossil fuels ...Read More >
More than 33GW of battery capacity approved for Turkish grid since 2022 compared with 12-13GW in Germany Turkey has given the green light to more batteries to buffer its electricity grid than any EU member state, a report has found, in a further sign of rich countries losing steam in the race to a clean economy. More than 33GW of battery capacity have been approved in Turkey since 2022, according to the climate thinktank Ember, while the total planned and operational capacity in European front ...Read More >
Gurugram: ACME Solar continues to scale up its battery energy storage footprint, marking steady progress in one of India's largest BESS projects with the commissioning of its fifth phase. ACME Solar Holdings Limited, through its wholly owned subsidiary ACME Sun Power Private Limited, has commissioned the fifth phase of its Battery Energy Storage System project on April 06, 2026. This phase adds 33.334 MW of power capacity and 160.48 MWh of storage capacity. The project is located in Badi Sid vi ...Read More >
Ola Electric Mobility today announced that it has received the Certification for Compliance with the eligibility assessment requirements under the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for its Roadster X+ 11 kW 4.5 kWh from the Global Automotive Research Centre (GARC) under the Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Automobile and Auto Components (PLI-Auto Scheme). With this, Roadster X+ 4.5 kWh becomes the first motorcycle in the Roadster portfolio to receive PLI certification, marking a si ...Read More >
Electric vehicle (EV) users travelling on state highways in Karnataka may soon find a charging station every 60-70km. Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (Bescom), in partnership with Karnataka Road Development Corporation Limited (KRDCL), has moved to expand EV charging infrastructure across the state to facilitate mobility of electric vehicles. The push comes amid concerns over fluctuating fuel supplies linked to the ongoing West Asia war. Karnataka already leads the nation in EV charging s ...Read More >
India's homes tell a curious story. The living room runs on electricity, lights, fans, air-conditioners, and televisions, while the kitchen, the very heart of the household, continues to depend on LPG. In an era of clean energy transition, this divide is increasingly difficult to justify. It is time to extend electricity from the living room to the kitchen and reimagine domestic energy use in India. As the proverb goes, "A stitch in time saves nine." India must act now, before rising energy dem ...Read More >
Tata Motors is preparing to expand its electric vehicle lineup with the much-anticipated Sierra.ev, which is expected to go on sale in May 2026. The electric SUV will arrive a few months after the launch of its ICE counterpart, which has already crossed 20,000 units in sales within around four months. Here's a quick look at what we can expect from the model.The Sierra.ev will be positioned as a mid-size electric SUV, slotting below the Tata Harrier EV in the company's portfolio and likely above ...Read More >
Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPPCL) has issued a Notice Inviting Tender (NIT) for the development of a solar-plus-storage project in Solan, Himachal Pradesh. The tender, released on March 31, 2026, invites bids through a national open competitive e-tendering process. The project, titled Dabhota-I Solar Power Project, will comprise a 9 MW (AC) solar photovoltaic plant integrated with a 3.15 MW / 6.3 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS). Designed as a hybrid renewable energy pr ...Read More >
Gurugram (Haryana) [India], April 2: VinFast has officially opened bookings for the VF MPV 7, a premium seven-seater electric MPV designed for Indian customers. With its spacious interior, smart technology, and strong practicality, this third VinFast model in the market is expected to fully meet everyday mobility needs with outstanding value proposition. It also reaffirms the company's long-term commitment to developing a comprehensive green mobility ecosystem in India, delivering smart, modern, ...Read More >
NewsVoir Gurugram (Haryana) [India], April 2: VinFast has officially opened bookings for the VF MPV 7, a premium seven-seater electric MPV designed for Indian customers. With its spacious interior, smart technology, and strong practicality, this third VinFast model in the market is expected to fully meet everyday mobility needs with outstanding value proposition. It also reaffirms the company's long-term commitment to developing a comprehensive green mobility ecosystem in India, delivering smar ...Read More >
Chennai, Apr 2 (UNI) Battery powered two wheeler maker Ola Electric Mobility Ltd today announced price reduction of Rs.60,000 for its electric motorcycle, Roadster X 9.1 kWh, enabled by rapid economies of scale at its Gigafactory and deep vertical integration of its indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell. As cell production has ramped up, cost efficiencies have improved materially, allowing Ola Electric to pass on these benefits directly to customers, the company said. ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) Ola Electric on Thursday announced a price reduction of Rs 60,000 on its flagship electric motorcycle, Roadster X+ 9.1 kWh powered by its 4680 Bharat Cell. The move has been enabled by rapid economies of scale at its Gigafactory and deep vertical integration of its indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell, Ola Electric said in a statement. As cell production has ramped up, cost efficiencies have improved materially, allowing Ola Electric to pass on these benefits directly ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Ola Electric is reshaping both pricing and sales strategy as demand accelerates sharply. Ola Electric has reduced the price of its flagship Roadster X+ 9.1 kWh from Rs 1,89,999 to Rs 1,29,999, a drop of Rs 60,000. The company attributed the reduction to improved cost efficiencies achieved through scaling production of its indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell at its Gigafactory. The company is moving away from open sales to a controlled, time-bound purchase model. The first purcha ...Read More >
Ahmedabad: Adani Green has delivered one of the fastest renewable expansions globally, underscoring India's growing footprint in large-scale clean energy deployment. AGEL added 5,051 megawatts of renewable energy capacity during FY26, marking the highest annual greenfield expansion globally outside China. This pushed its total operational portfolio to 19.3 gigawatts, reinforcing its leadership position in India's renewable energy sector and signaling rapid execution capability at scale. The ca ...Read More >
Ranchi: In a move that will affect consumers across the industrial belt, the Jharkhand State Electricity Regulatory Commission (JSERC) on Tuesday announced a revised power tariff for areas served by Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) for 2026-27.JSERC chairperson Justice Navneet Kumar said, "DVC proposed a 45% tariff hike; however, after a prudent check, the commission approved a 40% hike."DVC is the primary supplier for Dhanbad and Bokaro districts, as well as several parts of Ramgarh, Hazaribag, ...Read More >
PNNAhmedabad (Gujarat) [India], March 30: With growing power demands and the global shift toward sustainable energy, Ahmedabad Solar stands tall as Gujarat's most trusted name in solar energy. As an official channel partner of Tata Power Solar, Ahmedabad Solar has redefined solar energy adoption for homes, industries, and institutions across the state.From its modest beginnings to becoming Ahmedabad's No.1 rooftop solar installer, the company's journey reflects vision, trust, and technological e ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 1 (ANI): Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) added 5,051 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy capacity in the financial year 2025-26. This milestone represents the highest greenfield annual capacity expansion globally by any company, excluding China, as per an Adani media release. The addition has increased the company's total operational portfolio to 19.3 gigawatts (GW), reinforcing its market position in India's renewable sector. The capacity added during the fiscal year ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], April 1 (ANI): Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) added 5,051 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy capacity in the financial year 2025-26. This milestone represents the highest greenfield annual capacity expansion globally by any company, excluding China, as per an Adani media release. The addition has increased the company's total operational portfolio to 19.3 gigawatts (GW), reinforcing its market position in India's renewable sector. The capacity added during the fiscal year ...Read More >
Ahmedabad: Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), India's largest pure-play renewable energy company, added 5 GW+ (5,051 MW) of renewable energy capacity in the financial year 2025-26, taking its total operational portfolio to 19.3 gigawatts (GW). It is the highest greenfield annual capacity expansion globally by any company, excluding China. The new capacity addition includes 3.4 GW (3,409 MW) of solar, 0.7 GW (686 MW) of wind and 1 GW (956 MW) of wind-solar hybrid capacity. It is expected to offs ...Read More >
Ahmedabad, April 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) on Wednesday said it added over 5 GW (5,051 MW) of renewable energy capacity in the financial year 2025-26, taking its total operational portfolio to 19.3 gigawatts (GW). It is the highest greenfield annual capacity expansion globally by any company, excluding China. The new capacity addition includes 3.4 GW (3,409 MW) of solar, 0.7 GW (686 MW) of wind, and 1 GW (956 MW) of wind-solar hybrid capacity. It is expected to offs ...Read More >
The Unchahar project has a BESS capacity of 50 MW/100 MWh, while the Solapur project will have 75 MW/150 MWh, the company said.Solarworld Energy Solutions Limited has secured two orders worth about ₹283 crore for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) projects from NTPC Limited, the company said in a regulatory filing on Monday, March 30. The contracts relate to BESS implementation at two NTPC thermal power stations under "Lot-2" of the project. O ...Read More >
Mumbai, March 31: Mercedes-Benz India has officially confirmed that its highly anticipated electric sedan, the CLA EV, will be launched in the country on April 24, 2026. The move marks the return of the CLA nameplate to the Indian market, this time as a fully electric four-door coupe. Bookings for the new model are already underway with a token amount of INR 1.50 lakh, and early customers are expected to receive a complimentary wall-box charger as part of the launch offer. The CLA EV is a criti ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The installed capacity of renewable energy in Telangana stood at 7,879.74 MW by October 2025, placing it among India's top 10 states. Of the total green power capacity, solar energy contributes 5,033.50 MW, large hydro 2,405.6 MW, wind 128.1 MW, biopower 221.67 MW, and small hydro 90.87 MW. According to the 'Energy Statistics India 2026' report released by the National Statistics Office (NSO) on Monday, India's renewable energy potential reached 47,04,043 MW by March 31, 2025, domina ...Read More >
The effective closure from the Iran war of the Strait of Hormuz -- the critical chokepoint for roughly 20% of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas -- is in its fifth week with no clear signs of resolving. For Asia, which buys more than 80% of the crude and LNG that flows through the narrow waterway, the consequences have been swift: severe fuel shortages, export bans, and government budgets stretched to the breaking point. The crisis is forcing Asia to look both backward and forward simult ...Read More >
New Delhi: Solarworld is doubling down on India's fast-growing energy storage space, picking up two sizeable battery projects from NTPC within minutes of each other on the same day. Secures twin BESS orders The company received two separate letters of award for battery energy storage system (BESS) EPC projects under NTPC's thermal power station programme (Lot-2). The larger contract covers 75 MW/150 MWh at the Solapur Super Thermal Power Station, valued at approximately INR 176.91 crore. The s ...Read More >
The Assam Electricity Regulatory Commission (AERC) has announced the approved power tariffs for Assam's key utility companies, confirming that there will be no increase in electricity rates for the financial year 2026-27. According to a press release issued on March 6, 2026, the revised tariffs will come into effect from April 1, 2026, offering relief to consumers across the state. The decision follows a detailed regulatory process that began in November 2025, when major utilities -- Assam Powe ...Read More >
Chennai, Mar 12 (PTI) Two and three wheeler maker TVS Motor Company has expanded its electric vehicle portfolio with the launch of electric scooter TVS Orbiter V1 equipped with 1.8 kWh battery, a top official said on Thursday. The Chennai-headquartered company had launched TVS Orbiter in 2025 and with today's launch, the range would be available in two variants - "Orbiter V1" with 1.8kWh battery and "Orbiter V2" with 3.1 kWh battery. The Orbiter V1 will be available at Rs 49,999 (ex-showroom D ...Read More >
Under this partnership, Google will procure the project's energy attributes, such as carbon credits from ReNew, a company statement said. This long-term procurement is essential for the bankability of the project, and will also help Google make progress towards addressing its value chain emissions. Decarbonisation solutions company ReNew Energy Global Plc on Tuesday said it has partnered with technology giant Google for the development of a 150-megawatt (MW) solar project in Rajasthan. Under t ...Read More >
A CEEW study shows the PM EDRIVE scheme delivered 1.13M EVs with half the subsidy of FAME II. Despite a lower incentive (₹5,000/kWh vs ₹10,000), annual sales volumes surged, signalling a major shift in India's EV market maturity.PM EDRIVE Outperforms FAME II with Lower Subsidy PM EDRIVE delivered 1.13 million EVs with half the subsidy per vehicle compared to FAME II, according to a new study by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW). The report highlighted that the government no ...Read More >
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