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Maha CM directs completion of solar feeder project works by Sep 2026
Mumbai, April 24: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday directed the administration that all solar feeder project works be completed by September 2026 in a bid to fast-track the implementation of 'Mukhyamantri Saur Krishi Vahini Yojana 2.0.'
India's ethanol drive boosts farmers' income, saves Rs 1.26 lakh cr in forex: Hardeep Puri
New Delhi, April 24: India’s ethanol revolution is proving to be a game-changer, not only boosting farmers’ income and creating jobs but also saving the country billions in foreign exchange and reducing carbon footprint, Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister, Hardeep Singh Puri, said on Thursday.
Zero electricity bills, maximum relief: Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana a game-changer in MP's Shivpuri
Shivpuri, April 23: The Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is emerging as a transformative initiative in Madhya Pradesh's Shivpuri district, bringing real and measurable relief to households burdened by high electricity bills.
Sikkim CM meets Parliamentary Committee, discusses development of NE region
Gangtok, April 23: Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang-Golay met with a delegation from the Parliamentary Committee on Subordinate Legislation, Rajya Sabha, at his official residence, Mintokgang on Wednesday, officials said.
Jharkhand ready for business: CM Hemant Soren invites global investment during visit to Spain, Sweden
Ranchi, April 22: Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren, currently on an official tour of Spain and Sweden, made a strong investment pitch in Barcelona, asserting that "Jharkhand is ready for business" and inviting global entrepreneurs to invest in the state.
Pralhad Joshi inaugurates Solar PV testing facility in boost to green energy drive
New Delhi, April 22: Marking a major advancement in India’s green energy capabilities, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, on Tuesday inaugurated the PV Module Testing and Calibration Lab at the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) at Gwal Pahari in Haryana on the outskirts of the national capital.
Manipur : Cyclothon held in Imphal to mark Earth Day and promote climate action
Imphal, April 22: As part of Earth Day 2025 observance, a cyclothon was organised on Tuesday in Imphal to raise awareness on climate change under the theme "Our Power, Our Planet".
On Earth Day, UAE strengthens global leadership in environmental protection
Abu Dhabi, April 22: The United Arab Emirates continues to cement its global leadership in environmental sustainability through a wide range of impactful initiatives, reflecting its long-standing commitment to protecting the environment and advancing sustainable solutions.
Gujarat: Union Minster Jayant Chaudhary launches Centre of Excellence for skill development
Gandhinagar, April 21: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship & Minister of State, Ministry of Education Jayant Chaudhary launched a Centre of Excellence (CoE) - jointly set up by National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) and Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU) - at Gandhinagar in Gujarat.
Private, Govt investment plans in January-March surged to record Rs 18.9 lakh crore
New Delhi, April 20: There has been a significant jump in the number of investment projects announced in the January-March quarter of FY25, at Rs 18.9 lakh crore, compared to Rs 19.4 lakh crore worth of projects announced in the first three quarters combined (April-December) of the financial year, according to a Bank of Baroda report.
With 11,000 installations per month, UP govt sets goal to install 8 lakh solar rooftop plants by March 2027
Lucknow, April 20: Yogi Adityanath-led Uttar Pradesh government has set an ambitious target of installing eight lakh solar rooftop plants across the state by March 2027, under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana.
Odisha CM meets Spain Ambassador, discusses industrial partnerships
Bhubaneswar, April 19: The Ambassador of Spain to India, Juan Antonio March Pujol, met Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at Lok Seva Bhawan on Saturday to explore strategic cooperation in key sectors including renewable energy, metallurgy, textiles, and automobiles.
J&K: 2,300 solar pumps installed under PM-KUSUM scheme, target set at 5,000
Jammu, April 19: As part of efforts to promote renewable energy and support farmers in remote areas, the Jammu and Kashmir Energy Development Agency (JAKEDA) has successfully installed 2,300 solar pumps under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme, with a target to install 5,000 pumps in the near future.
About 91% of Central Govt's investment in FY25 focused on five key sectors: BoB Report
New Delhi, April 18: Nearly 91 per cent of the central government investments, worth Rs 6.8 lakh crore, were focused towards the five key sectors of the economy in the year 2024-25, shows a research report by Bank of Baroda.
Europe fastest-warming continent; endured hottest year in 2024
London, April 17: Europe experienced its hottest year on record in 2024, marked by deadly floods, prolonged heatwaves, and unprecedented climate extremes, according to a joint report released this week by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) and the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S).
Apple surpasses 60 pc reduction in global greenhouse gas emissions
Cupertino, April 16 : Apple on Wednesday announced that it has surpassed a 60 per cent reduction in its global greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2015 levels, as part of its 2030 goal to become carbon neutral across its entire footprint in the next five years.
Attero joins National Institute of Solar Energy to advance solar panel recycling in India
New Delhi, April 16: Cleantech company Attero on Wednesday said it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE), an autonomous institute under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), to advance solar panel recycling in India.
Committed to reliable, safe power: Delhi Minister Ashish Sood inspects BESS facility in Killokri
New Delhi, April 16: Delhi Power Minister Ashish Sood on Wednesday visited the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) facility in Kilokri to inspect the city’s first large-scale power bank, developed by BSES Rajdhani Power Limited.
IREDA clocks 49 per cent jump in Q4 net profit at Rs 502 crore
New Delhi, April 15: The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) has announced a robust 49 per cent jump in net profit to Rs 502 crore for the January-March quarter of financial year 2024-25, compared to the corresponding amount of Rs 337 crore in the same quarter of the previous fiscal year.
PM Modi reaffirms India's support for green strategic partnership with Denmark
New Delhi, April 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday reaffirmed India's strong commitment to the India-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership in a recent conversation with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.
PM Modi discusses expansion of Green Strategic Partnership with Danish counterpart
New Delhi, April 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke with Denmark PM Mette Frederiksen, emphasising that both countries continue to work extensively together in several fields, including the Green Strategic Partnership.
India's rooftop solar energy capacity to reach 25-30 GW by FY27
New Delhi, April 15: India’s rooftop solar energy capacity is projected to surge from 17 GW to an estimated 25–30 GW between FY25 and FY27, a report showed on Tuesday.
Himachal CM lays foundation of solar plant in mountainous Pangi Valley
Shimla, April 14: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Monday laid the foundation stone of an 1 MW solar power plant at Dhanwas in the remote Pangi Valley in Chamba district.
Himachal CM lays foundation stone for 1 MW solar power project at Dhanwas
Shimla, April 14: Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday laid the foundation stone of a 1 MW solar power plant at Dhanwas in the remote Pangi Valley. The project, estimated at Rs 10.50 crore, is scheduled for completion before November 2025, a release said.
PM Modi dedicates development projects of Rs 10,000 crore in Haryana
Chandigarh, April 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday dedicated development and infrastructure projects of Rs 10,000 crore in Haryana that comprised the foundation for the third thermal unit of 800 MW at Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram Thermal Power Plant in Yamunanagar of Rs 8,469 crore.
Tata Power's green arm joins NTPC for 200 MW renewable energy project
Mumbai, April 14: Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) on Monday said it has signed a power purchase agreement with NTPC Limited, India's largest integrated power company, to develop a 200 MW renewable energy (RE) project.
Centre approves record 6 hydro pumped storage projects worth 7.5 GW in FY25
New Delhi, April 12: The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) approved a record number of detailed project reports (DPRs) of six hydro pumped storage projects (PSPs) of about 7.5 GW during FY2024-25, the Ministry of Power said on Saturday, marking a key milestone in India's ongoing commitment to developing advanced and long-term energy storage solutions.
India sees sharp rise in GCCs focused on renewable energy sector
New Delhi, April 12: As global capability centres (GCCs) continue to surge in India, such centres focused on renewable energy, with significant offshoring opportunities across upstream, midstream and downstream, are also growing significantly in the country.
SJVN commissioning 5 power projects in Arunachal at a cost of Rs 60,000 crore
Itanagar, April 11: SJVN Limited, a Navratna CPSE under Union Ministry of Power, is commissioning five power projects in Arunachal Pradesh with a total generation capacity of 5,097 MW and entailing a combined investment of around Rs 60,000 crore, officials said on Friday.
India must ramp up R&D capabilities to disrupt strategic supply chains: Debjani Ghosh
New Delhi, April 11: Debjani Ghosh, a fellow at the NITI Aayog and the former president of industry body Nasscom, on Friday said there are "important opportunities" facing India, and the country must ramp up its R&D capabilities.
FM Sitharaman rolls out red carpet for Austrian companies to invest in India
Vienna, April 11: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday invited Austrian companies to invest in India and highlighted the huge potential for strengthening bilateral economic ties between the two countries in renewable energy, electric vehicles, innovations and startups.
Arunachal CM suggests exploring smaller projects to increase hydropower capacity
Itanagar, April 10: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday suggested power developers, who are already working in the state, to explore smaller projects in their respective river basins and work on them if feasible to add to the hydropower capacity of the state.
Mauritius becomes first African country to sign ISA's Country Partnership Framework
Port Louis, April 10: Mauritius on Thursday became the first African country to sign a Country Partnership Framework (CPF) with the International Solar Alliance (ISA).
India adds record 29.52 GW of renewable energy capacity in 2024-25
New Delhi, April 10: With a record annual addition of 29.52 GW, India’s total installed renewable energy capacity touched 220.10 GW as of March 31, 2025, up from 198.75 GW in the previous financial year, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) on Thursday.
India's power demand surges in March amid hot weather, high industrial growth
New Delhi, April 10: Power demand in India surged in March as the temperature rose and the demand from industrial and commercial consumers soared, according to a Crisil Intelligence report released on Thursday.
Rajasthan CM inspects Suratgarh thermal plant; tells officials to ensure uninterrupted power supply
Jaipur, April 9: As part of his two-day tour of Hanumangarh and Sri Ganganagar, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma visited the Suratgarh Super Critical Thermal Power Station on Wednesday.
Mauritius hosts SolarX Accelerator Programme in partnership with ISA, Business Mauritius
Moka, April 10: Mauritius has launched the SolarX Accelerator Programme in partnership with the International Solar Alliance (ISA) and Business Mauritius (BM), bringing together 35 start-ups from across Asia and the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region for an intensive two-day event focused on accelerating innovation in solar energy and renewable technologies, an official press release by ISA reported.
UAE: Middle East Energy 2025 concludes in Dubai
Dubai, April 10: The 49th edition of Middle East Energy, the region's largest energy exhibition, concluded at Dubai World Trade Centre under the patronage of the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure.
Why sustainable startups are key to achieving global net-zero goals
London, Apr 9: In a world where the climate change crisis and resource depletion threaten the world's future, a new generation of businesses is rising to the challenge. These startups are not just chasing profit — they are driven by passion, fuelling innovation with sustainability to create solutions that protect the environment while taking the economic growth forward.
Sizzling summer ahead: Delhi's power demand surges to 5029 MW, expected to peak at 9000 MW
New Delhi, April 9: Delhi is bracing for a scorching summer, with the city's power demand surging to a record high of 5029 MW. The demand is expected to peak at a staggering 9000 MW in the coming months, posing a significant challenge to the city's power infrastructure.