NITI Aayog to Submit Roadmap on Energy Transition in November
NITI Aayog is also working on setting up a green transition ecosystem for “hard-to-abate” industries, including steel, cement and petrochemicals.
‘Make In India’ Fuels 29x Spurt in Solar Module Manufacturing in 10 Years
The transformational ‘Make In India’ policy increases solar module manufacturing capacity from 2.3 GW in 2014 to 67 GW in 2024.
Govt Approves $1.29B PM Electric Drive Scheme To Push Clean Transportation
The new scheme will incentivize electric vehicle buyers, facilitate public transportation and install EV charging stations across selected cities.
MNRE Proposes to Include Solar Cells in ALMM from April 2026
The ministry memo noted that the ALMM order of 2019 made provisions for solar modules but not cells as their installed capacity was lower than demand.
Renewable Energy Sector to Provide Momentum to Indian Economy: Minister
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi highlights India’s renewable energy growth, policy advancements, and cost-effective solar power at the BNEF Summit.
Govt to Clear FAME 3 in 1-2 Months for Faster EV Adoption: Minister
The central government is set to finalize FAME-3, the next phase of its flagship electric mobility scheme, within two months.
Cabinet Approves $492M Funding for 15GW Hydropower Projects in NE
The scheme would be funded through 10 percent gross budgetary support for the North Eastern Region from the total outlay of the power ministry.
Government Allocates $95.2M to Create Model Solar Village in Every District
The outlay is part of PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Feb. 15, 2024. It aims to transform India’s energy landscape by providing free electricity to households.
TN Clears ₹441B in Investment Proposals, Greenlights 3 Renewable Energy Policies
The projects span the electronics, food processing, renewable energy, and battery manufacturing sectors and will significantly change the state’s economic landscape and create 24,000 jobs.
FM Announces Policies to Boost Solar and Nuclear Power; EVs and Hybrid Neglected
For promoting women-led development, the budget carries an allocation of more than Rs 3 lakh crore for schemes benefiting women and girls.