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New Delhi [India], April 9 (ANI): India's power sector is witnessing a rise in demand and a strong shift towards renewable energy, led by solar installations, even as solar manufacturing companies may face near-term margin pressure due to rising costs and competition, according to a report by YES Securities. The report noted that India's energy mix is gradually transitioning towards renewables, with solar emerging as the key driver of capacity additions. "India's power sector continues to tran ...Read More >
Lucknow, April 9 (SocialNews.XYZ) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, on Thursday said that ensuring the income, dignity and long-term sustainability of weavers remains a top priority for the state government, underlining the need for a comprehensive and coordinated approach to address challenges faced by the sector. Chairing a review meeting of the Handloom Department, Chief Minister Adityanath said, "Weavers are not just carriers of tradition but also a strong pillar of the state's ...Read More >
MSEDCL will be split into two entities -- one catering to industrial, commercial and domestic consumers, and another, focused on agricultural consumers The Maharashtra Cabinet on Thursday approved the financial restructuring of Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Ltd (MSEDCL) including its bifurcation and a proposed initial public offering (IPO) of its non-agricultural business. According to the official press release, MSEDCL will be split into two entities -- one catering to in ...Read More >
Chennai: India's energy transition is gathering remarkable pace, with milestones being announced regularly. A day after highlighting progress in advanced nuclear technology, the renewable energy sector announced its highest-ever annual new capacity addition -- 50.9 GW (excluding large hydro) in the fiscal year ending March 2026. The surge has been led by solar power, whose installed capacity has now crossed 150 GW, with a record annual addition of 44.6 GW in FY26.The recent momentum reflects a s ...Read More >
New Delhi: India ranks third globally in renewable energy installed capacity, having surpassed Brazil in global rankings, Union minister Pralhad Joshi said on Wednesday.The minister for new and renewable energy said India had added a record 55.3 GW of non-fossil power capacity in 2025-26, taking the total to 283.5 GW. "This is the highest increase in any year," he said. Distributed renewable energy -- rooftop solar installations and solar pumps for irrigation -- has emerged as a significant comp ...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 >
New Delhi: Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) Pralhad Joshi on Wednesday said that India has ranked third globally in renewable energy installed capacity, surpassing Brazil. According to the latest data released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), domestic installed renewable energy capacity stood at 250.52 GW as of December 2025, placing the country behind China and the US, while moving ahead of Brazil and Germany in the global rankings. The minister told the ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 8 (PTI) Adani Group stocks were in the limelight on Wednesday, with Adani Total Gas and Adani Green surging over 13 per cent, in tandem with a sharp rally in the broader equity market. A US judge granted a request from billionaire Gautam Adani to schedule a hearing in efforts to dismiss a US Securities and Exchange Commission fraud case, which he says lacks necessary jurisdiction as well as fails on multiple reasons. This followed lawyers of Adani and his nephew, Sagar filing a ...Read More >
Amaravati, Apr 7 (PTI) The 16th State Investment Promotion Board meeting held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu here on Tuesday approved 31 projects involving a total investment of over Rs 39,436 crore. The Chief Minister directed officials to fully utilise the state's potential in solar power generation, particularly in Rayalaseema, and align transmission infrastructure with future requirements. "The 16th State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB) meeting held under th ...Read More >
Surat, April 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Nuclear energy expert Dr Neelam Goyal on Tuesday called the attainment of criticality at the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) in Tamil Nadu's Kalpakkam, as a "big win for India" and an "important step towards 'Atmanirbhar Bharat'." The indigenously designed and built Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) successfully attained its first criticality on April 6, marking the initiation of a sustained nuclear chain reaction. Speaking to IANS, Goyal mentioned tha ...Read More >
Mumbai, April 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday inaugurated the first phase of Metro Line 9 on the 4.7 km stretch from Dahisar East to Kashigaon, featuring four new stations. He stated that this connectivity will significantly reduce travel time between Mumbai and Mira-Bhayandar. The government release said that Metro Line 9 is linked to Metro Line 7 (Red Line), providing a direct link to the Western Express Highway and Andheri East. Travel time that pr ...Read More >
Andhra Pradesh State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB) has approved 31 new investment proposals involving a total investment of ₹39,436 crore with a potential to generate 1,11,278 direct jobs across various industries. The 16th SIPB, chaired by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, met in the State secretariat in Amaravati on Tuesday. The approved proposals also included investments for three companies in Amaravati Quantum Valley and other projects for utilising agriculture, horticulture, and aqu ...Read More >
Vijayawada, April 7 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu directed officials to fully utilise the State's vast potential in solar power generation, with a special focus on developing Rayalaseema region as a major renewable energy hub. Presiding the 16th State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB) meeting at Secretariat at Amaravati near here on Tuesday, the Chief Minister emphasised the need to attract large-scale investments in solar energy projects, particularly in Rayalaseema d ...Read More >
According to official data, the state has received 12,66,309 applications, of which 4,48,233 rooftop solar systems have been installed so far, translating into a cumulative capacity of 1,524.61 MW. Subsidy disbursal has reached ₹2,985.15 crore, largely driven by central assistance. "UP continues to be on top for solar rooftop installation in the country and, in March, we even exceeded the target by installing a record 52,729 rooftops," UPNEDA director Indrajeet Singh said. In March, UP took th ...Read More >
Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 4 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday offered prayers at the Kaal Bhairav temple in Varanasi. The Kaal Bhairav Temple in Varanasi is one of the city's most ancient and revered shrines, dedicated to Kaal Bhairav, a manifestation of Lord Shiva. Known as the Kotwal (guardian) of Kashi, Kaal Bhairav is believed to be the protector of the city. Also Read | Srinagar Weather Forecast and Update: Advisory Issued as Rain, Thunderstorms ...Read More >
Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 4 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday offered prayers at the Kaal Bhairav temple in Varanasi. The Kaal Bhairav Temple in Varanasi is one of the city's most ancient and revered shrines, dedicated to Kaal Bhairav, a manifestation of Lord Shiva. Known as the Kotwal (guardian) of Kashi, Kaal Bhairav is believed to be the protector of the city. Devotees believe that worshipping Kaal Bhairav removes fears, grants protection, and lib ...Read More >
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): With summer setting in, rooftop solar systems across western Madhya Pradesh are now generating electricity for nearly 12.5 hours a day, from around 6.15am to 6.45pm in early April. This marks a sharp increase from January, when generation was limited to about 9.5 hours daily, reflecting an impressive 20% rise in output. The rapid growth of solar energy adoption in the Malwa and Nimar regions is yielding strong results. According to Madhya Pradesh West Zone Electricity ...Read More >
Chennai: As summer intensifies, demand for power in the state begins peaking. But, dry weather and clear skies are keeping solar generation high, helping meet daily electricity needs.The state's peak demand -- the highest level of electricity demand recorded on the grid during a specific period -- has hovered around 20,000 megawatts (MW) in recent weeks, while daily consumption has stayed above 400 million units. Solar output has also risen steadily. On Wednesday, solar power generation set reco ...Read More >
Hyderabad, March 29 (RAHNUMA): Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka has urged elected representatives to actively participate in the prestigious "Model Solar Village" programme, which has been launched by the state government with the aim of transforming Telangana into a green energy-efficient state. Bhatti Vikramarka personally handed over letters to Ministers, Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs), and Members of the Legislative Council (MLCs) at the Assembly Hall on Sunday, inviting ...Read More >
PRNewswire Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 1: Hinduja Renewables Energy Private Limited (HREPL), part of the Hinduja Group, today announced a long-term solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with LG Electronics India (LGE India) to supply solar energy to one of its manufacturing operations, supporting the company's transition towards sustainable manufacturing. - Signed a 9.80 MWp solar PPA to supply clean energy to LGE India's Pune plant - Project to generate 1.61 crore units clean energy a ...Read More >
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 2 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday held a meeting with Simon Wong, High Commissioner of Singapore to India, at his official residence in Lucknow on Thursday. In his statement on X, he said, "Had a wonderful meeting with H.E. Mr. Simon Wong, High Commissioner of Singapore in India, at my official residence in Lucknow today" Also Read | Bengaluru Horror: Man Steps on Wife's Neck To Kill Her, Arrested. "Exchanged views on enha ...Read More >
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 2 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday held a meeting with Simon Wong, High Commissioner of Singapore to India, at his official residence in Lucknow on Thursday. In his statement on X, he said, "Had a wonderful meeting with H.E. Mr. Simon Wong, High Commissioner of Singapore in India, at my official residence in Lucknow today" "Exchanged views on enhancing Uttar Pradesh-Singapore collaboration in investment, urban development, i ...Read More >
MUMBAI, India, April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hinduja Renewables Energy Private Limited (HREPL), part of the Hinduja Group, today announced a long-term solar Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with LG Electronics India (LGE India) to supply solar energy to one of its manufacturing operations, supporting the company's transition towards sustainable manufacturing. Under the agreement, HREPL has signed a 9.80 MWp solar PPA to supply clean energy to LGE India's Pune manufacturing facility. The project w ...Read More >
New Delhi: Ceigall India is stepping deeper into renewable energy with a sizeable solar project in Madhya Pradesh. Ceigall Green Energy MP Limited has completed the execution of 15 power purchase agreements with Madhya Pradesh Power Management Company Limited. As detailed on page 1, the agreements cover a total awarded capacity of 130 MW under the Surya Mitra Krishi Feeder Yojana. This marks a significant milestone in the company's expansion into the renewable energy sector. The agreements out ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 2 (PTI) Ceigall India on Thursday said that its arm Ceigall Green Energy MP Ltd has signed 15 power purchase agreements with Madhya Pradesh Power Management Company for supplying electricity from a 130-MW solar capacity under the Surya Mitra Krishi Feeder Yojana. As per the agreements, Ceigall Green Energy MP Ltd will implement, operate, maintain, and supply power from its solar photovoltaic generating stations for 25 years at Rs 2.85 per unit, a company statement said. The Sury ...Read More >
Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 2 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday personally reviewed dozens of public grievances during a 'Janta Darshan' program held at the Gorakhnath Temple premises. Earlier on Monday, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a 'Janta Darshan' at the CM residence in Lucknow and interacted with the citizens as part of his routine outreach programme. Also Read | Why Stock Market Is Down Today, April 2, 2026. During Janta Darshan, people e ...Read More >
Gorakhpur (Uttar Pradesh) [India], April 2 (ANI): Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday personally reviewed dozens of public grievances during a 'Janta Darshan' program held at the Gorakhnath Temple premises. Earlier on Monday, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath held a 'Janta Darshan' at the CM residence in Lucknow and interacted with the citizens as part of his routine outreach programme. During Janta Darshan, people expressed their problems and presented their issues before th ...Read More >
Lucknow: Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said that people removed political garbage to enable change and better governance, claiming that in nine years of reconstruction, Lucknow has now become one of the top three cleanest cities in the country.Flagging off 250 electric and CNG vehicles to strengthen the door-to-door waste collection in the city, the CM contrasted this with the period before 2017, stating that the city was marked by "darkness, insecurity and poor sanitation. He accu ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, aimed at accelerating rooftop solar adoption, is yet to gain momentum in Telangana. Since its launch in Feb 2024, the state has recorded just 32,600 installations, far behind neighbouring Andhra Pradesh's 1.1 lakh-plus and states such as Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh, where numbers have crossed four lakh each.Stakeholders attribute the gap to a combination of policy limitations and on-the-ground constraints. The biggest drag is coming from apartment c ...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 >
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