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The investment of up to ₹11.17 crore will support a proposed 30 MW AC solar project in Punjab, aimed at supplying power to the company on a captive basis. Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) on Thursday said it has approved the acquisition of a 26 per cent stake in Neon Hybren Private Ltd as part of plans to set up a group captive solar power project in Punjab. In a regulatory filing, the company said Neon is in the process of establishing a grid-connected photovoltaic ground-mounted captive power plan ...Read More >
Addressing a 'Dhanyawad Evam Vikas Rally' in Meham on Sunday, CM Saini pointedly addressed concerns of the farmers about crop procurement. Saini said that the opposition is spreading misinformation about gate passes. "The government has made arrangements to ensure that no farmer faces any difficulties. Duties for crop procurement have been clearly assigned. The interests of farmers are central to our policies," he said. The CM said that the BJP government has given jobs to 1.80 lakh youths afte ...Read More >
VIJAYAWADA: Directing the officials to make public transport affordable and to make efficient use of electric buses is a key factor to achieve this goal, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu observed that clean fuel usage reduces operational costs and benefits the public. Chairing a review meeting on Roads and highways at the State Secretariat on Wednesday, the Chief Minister said through efficient solar power management, the state has already reduced electricity procurement costs by approximatel ...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 achieved a total non-fossil fuel capacity addition of 55.3 GW during FY 2025-26, taking the total installed non-fossil capacity to 283.46 GW, said Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi on Wednesday. The minister, while speaking to the media, said this addition has helped India rank third globally in renewable energy installed capacity, moving ahead of Brazil. He further noted that the non-fossil capacity addition of 55.29 GW in 2025-26 is the highest ever re ...Read More >
Mumbai: Vietnam-based Vingroup has announced a massive investment of $6.5 billion in Maharashtra, aimed at driving sustainable urban development, industrial growth, tourism, renewable energy, and electric mobility. The announcement was made in the presence of Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, as the company signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the state's Industries Department and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority. Fadnavis Calls Investment a Step Toward Modern Urb ...Read More >
Mumbai, Apr 8 (PTI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday said Vietnam-based Vingroup has committed to investing USD 6.5 billion in Maharashtra over the next two years in various sectors, including electric mobility solutions, renewable energy, tourism and entertainment. An official release earlier mentioned the investment figure as USD 8.5 billion. A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was signed between Vingroup, the state industries department and the Mumbai Metropolitan R ...Read More >
New Delhi, Apr 8 (PTI) India added record non-fossil power generation capacity of 55.29 GW in 2025-26, taking the total to 283.46 GW, New and Renewable Energy Minister Pralhad Joshi said on Wednesday. Joshi also said India ranks third globally in renewable energy installed capacity, according to the Renewable Energy Statistics 2026. India has surpassed Brazil to secure third position in Global Renewable Energy Rankings, he said while addressing a press conference here. Joshi highlighted that ...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 >
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 >
Hyderabad : Quality Care India Ltd. (QCIL), one of India's leading healthcare platforms, today announced the signing of agreements with AMPIN Energy and Radiance Renewables under its Group Captive Solar Initiative. The agreements will enable procurement of renewable solar power for five facilities across Odisha, Chhattisgarh and Maharashtra, marking the first phase of the Group's structured transition towards sustainable energy. The initiative is part of QCIL's broader plan to transition 19 hos ...Read More >
Adilabad (Telangana) [India], April 7 (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy affirmed that the State Government will revive the proposal to construct the Pranahita Chevella project at Tummidihatti and execute the project soon. While addressing a public meeting at Pipri on Monday, the Chief Minister vowed that all pending irrigation projects will be completed in the state. Also Read | MBOSE SSLC Result 2026: Meghalaya Board of School Education To Announce Results for Class 10 Today, Kn ...Read More >
Adilabad (Telangana) [India], April 7 (ANI): Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy affirmed that the State Government will revive the proposal to construct the Pranahita Chevella project at Tummidihatti and execute the project soon. While addressing a public meeting at Pipri on Monday, the Chief Minister vowed that all pending irrigation projects will be completed in the state. " We will resume the Pranahita-Chevella project at Thummidihatti, and it is my responsibility to provide irrigatio ...Read More >
New Delhi, About 33 prototypes shortlisted under Delhi government's 'innovation challenge' to find solutions for the air pollution issue are set to enter the second phase for trials, according to officials familiar with the matter. These include solar-powered pole-mounted dust traps, filterless smoke and dust carbon-capturing device, electrostatic mist sprayers, models for smart dust-suppression and monitoring systems, and retrofitting vehicle-mounted air purifiers to improve emission quality o ...Read More >
Jaipur: Union power secretary Pankaj Agarwal Saturday directed power utilities to accelerate projects based on a diversified energy mix to meet the long-term electricity requirements.He emphasised that bundling renewable and non-renewable energy sources would enable better management of the rising demand for power.Chairing a review meeting at Vidyut Bhawan, Agarwal took feedback from senior officials of the state's energy department and power corporations on key issues. He noted that Rajasthan h ...Read More >
Saini laid the foundation stones for 12 projects worth over ₹140 crore and inaugurated three projects with a combined cost of over ₹112 crore, an official statement said. Among the key inaugurations are the reconstruction of Jind Distributary No 4, completed by the Irrigation and Water Resources Department for ₹16.28 crore. Additional projects inaugurated included modern micro-irrigation systems at the village level, solar-powered irrigation facilities, and a balancing reservoir for water ...Read More >
Chandigarh: Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday unveiled development projects worth Rs 253 crore at a 'Dhanyawad Evam Vikas Rally' in Jind, signalling a major push to infrastructure and public services in the district. Saini laid the foundation stones of 12 projects worth over Rs 140 crore and inaugurated three projects with a combined cost of over Rs 112 crore.Among the key inaugurations is the reconstruction of Jind Distributary No. 4, completed by the irrigation and water resou ...Read More >
In a statement, DP World said the vessel handled over 8,000 twenty-foot equivalent units - including import, export, and transshipment volumes-the "highest ever achieved in a single vessel operation" at the terminal. The new record surpasses the previous milestone of over 6,000 TEUs handled by MSC Aurora. "The arrival of MSC Ilaria underscores DP World Cochin's ability to handle next-generation Ultra Large Container Vessels and support growing trade volumes with efficiency and reliability," th ...Read More >
Kochi, April 5 (UNI) DP World Cochin has set a new operational benchmark by handling more than 8,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) from a single vessel, marking the highest volume ever achieved at the terminal. The record was set with the arrival of MSC Ilaria, a 366-metre-long ultra large container vessel (ULCV), surpassing the previous high of over 6,000 TEUs handled from MSC Aurora. The milestone highlights the terminal's growing capability to efficiently manage next-generation contai ...Read More >
Introduction The global shift toward renewable energy has accelerated in recent years as households and businesses look for more sustainable ways to meet their electricity needs. Solar energy has emerged as one of the most accessible and scalable solutions, supported by advancements in technology and declining equipment costs. While solar panels often receive the most attention, the role of the inverter is equally critical in determining system performance and reliability. A solar inverter ser ...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 >
Bhubaneswar: East Coast Railway (ECoR) gained outstanding achievements for the financial year 2025-26, highlighting record-breaking freight performance, strong revenue growth, and major infrastructure advancements. ECoR retained its position as the top freight handling zone of Indian Railways for yet another year, continuing its dominance for the ninth consecutive year. The zone also surpassed 200 million tonne (MT) of freight loading for the seventh year in a row, underlining its consistent o ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Nearly 33 prototypes shortlisted under the Delhi government's 'innovation challenge' to address air pollution are set to enter the second phase of trials, officials familiar with the matter said on Friday. The shortlisted prototypes include solar-powered, pole-mounted dust traps; filterless devices that capture smoke, dust, and carbon; electrostatic mist sprayers; smart dust-suppression and monitoring systems; and retrofitted, vehicle-mounted air purifiers designed to improve the emi ...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 >
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 >
Guwahati (Assam) [India], April 2 (ANI): Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday assured that there is "no shortage of gas or fuel" in the country amid the escalating West Asia conflict, as the government has adopted various policies to ensure that people do not face any problems. Speaking to ANI, Gadkari admitted to India's reliance on imports to fulfil its energy needs but also highlighted the government's approach of self-reliance by adopting alternative options ...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 >
Vijayawada: The Vijayawada and Guntur divisions of South Central Railway (SCR) recorded strong performance in 2025-26, achieving record revenues, improved punctuality and major gains in infrastructure and passenger amenities. Divisional railway manager Mohit Sonakiya said the Vijayawada Division registered its highest-ever freight loading of 40.631 million tonnes and record gross revenue of ₹5,907.20 crore, including ₹1,523.90 crore from passenger earnings. The division handled 74.19 million pa ...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 >
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