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Paschim Medinipur: Bengal CM inaugurates solar power projects, announces future development plans
Paschim Medinipur, April 22: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday inaugurated a solar power project with a 112-megawatt capacity in the Paschim Medinipur district while lauding the recent development projects in the State.
Trying to mislead without evidence: Himachal Minister warns opposition over politicising engineer's death
Shimla, April 15: Himachal Pradesh's Minister of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj, Anirudh Singh, warned the opposition against making baseless allegations in the case of Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPPCL) engineer Vimal Negi.
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.
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.
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.
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.
ANERT leads renewable energy push in Kerala through key PM schemes
Thiruvananthapuram, April 8: The Agency for New and Renewable Energy Research and Technology (ANERT), the state nodal agency for renewable energy in Kerala, is taking significant strides in implementing central government schemes aimed at promoting sustainable energy.
Solar power can save up to 10% for steel sector companies: Ember report
New Delhi, April 6: Solar power offers a massive opportunity for steel sector companies to reduce their production costs, with potential savings reaching up to 10 percent for certain operations, said energy think tank Ember in a recent report.
Won't let use of Assembly panels for harassing officials: Delhi Speaker
New Delhi, April 3: Announcing mega plans for adopting green energy, Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Thursday reiterated that the House and its Committees shall not be used as a tool to target sincere and hardworking officials who were just doing their jobs.
Pralhad Joshi highlights India's significant growth in renewable energy sector
New Delhi, April 1: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi addressed a press conference on Tuesday and explained India's progress in the renewable energy sector over the past year.
Adani Green commissions 212.5 MW solar power project in Gujarat
Ahmedabad, March 28: Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) on Friday announced it has commissioned a 212.50 megawatt (MW) solar power project in Khavda, Gujarat.
Gujarat Minister highlights state's power and green energy achievements
Gandhinagar, March 26: During the discussion on the budgetary demands for the Energy and Petrochemicals Department in the Gujarat Assembly, State Energy Minister Kanu Desai said on Wednesday that the four electricity distribution companies in the state received 'A+' ratings from the Union Power Ministry, with the Dakshin Gujarat, Madhya Gujarat, and Uttar Gujarat companies ranking first, second, and third, respectively.
Maha CM releases Energy Department's 100-day report card
Mumbai, March 24: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday released a progress report on the achievements of the state's Energy Department during the first 100 days of the government.
Hiring in India's renewable energy sector to surge over 18 pc in FY25: Report
Bengaluru, March 21: Hiring in renewable energy sector in India is expected to surge more than 18 per cent in FY25 as the country accelerates its transition towards achieving the ambitious target of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030, according to a report on Friday.
Gujarat Budget: Rs 165cr allocated for climate change; renewable energy capacity reaches 32,303 MW
Gandhinagar, March 20: Presenting the demands of the Climate Change Department in the Gujarat Assembly, it was highlighted that the state established a dedicated Climate Change Department in 2009. This move not only set an example for India but also positioned Gujarat as a pioneer in Asia.
Adani Green Energy committed to achieving net water positivity by FY2025-26
Ahmedabad, March 16: Adani Green Energy, India's largest renewable energy firm, on Sunday said it is committed to achieving net water positivity by FY2025-26, reducing its freshwater consumption across all operations.
PM Surya Ghar Yojana powers 10 lakh homes in India with solar energy: Centre
New Delhi, March 11: PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGMBY) -- the world's largest domestic rooftop solar initiative -- has achieved a significant milestone by completing 10.09 lakh installations across the country, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) said on Tuesday.
Gujarat to lead green industrial revolution: CM Patel
Gandhinagar, March 10: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel announced plans to establish a Green GIDC (Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation) where industries will operate solely on green energy supplied by the state government. The initiative aims to position Gujarat at the forefront of sustainable industrial growth.
Chhattisgarh attracts Rs 3 lakh crore investment proposals at Energy Investor Summit
Raipur, March 10: Chhattisgarh has attracted investments worth Rs 301,086 crore through various industrial proposals in the energy sector at the 'Chhattisgarh Energy Investors Summit 2025', the State govermment said on Monday.
India's per capita CO2 emissions among lowest in world as green energy capacity surges
New Delhi, March 9: India, which has emerged as the world's 5th largest economy, also stands out as a country with one of the lowest per capita carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions globally as it balances growth with sustainability and switches to renewables at a rapid pace.
Maha govt planning listing of state-run power distribution company: CM Fadnavis
Mumbai, March 7: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday said that the government is considering listing the state-run power distribution company Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company (MahaVitaran) on the stock market.
Telangana CM urges Centre to release pending dues of Rs 1,981 crore
Hyderabad/New Delhi, March 4: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Tuesday met Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution Prahlad Joshi and urged him to release long-pending dues of Rs.1,981 crore to the state.
PM Surya Ghar Free Electricity Yojana benefitting househodls in Tripura
Agartala, March 3: PM Surya Ghar Mufta Bijli Yojana has been proving very beneficial in the state of Tripura. The scheme launched by Tripura Rajya Vidyut Nigam Limited (TRVNL) last year aims to promote the use of rooftop solar power and help households generate their own electricity, thereby reducing dependency on traditional power sources.
Rajasthan: MoU signed between RVUNL and Singareni Collieries
Jaipur, March 3: In a significant move towards strengthening Rajasthan's energy sector, the state government has signed an MoU with Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) to establish massive thermal and renewable energy projects.
Adani Green Energy refinances $1.06 bn to develop mega solar-wind cluster in Rajasthan
Ahmedabad, March 3: Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) on Monday announced it has refinanced $1.06 billion to develop India's largest solar-wind hybrid renewable cluster in Rajasthan -- achieving another milestone in its capital management journey.
ACME Solar plans Rs 17,000 crore capital expenditure spending by 2026
New Delhi, March 2: Renewable energy firm ACME Solar Holdings plans to invest Rs 17,000 crore as capital expenditure to boost renewable energy capacity to 5 gigawatts by 2026, the company said in a statement Sunday.
Adani Green shoots past record 12,000 MW renewable energy capacity
Ahmedabad, Feb 28: Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), India's largest renewable energy company, on Friday surpassed a record 12,000 megawatts (MW) operational portfolio with the commissioning of an additional 275 MW solar capacity at the world's largest renewable energy plant at Khavda in Gujarat.
Adani Green Energy surpasses 12,000 MW renewable energy capacity, setting record
Ahmedabad, February 28: Adani Green Energy, which is Adani Group's renewable energy vertical, on Friday said it has surpassed a record 12,000 megawatts (MW) of operational portfolio.
MP witnessed 14 pc growth in renewable energy in last 12 years: CM Yadav
Bhopal, Feb 27: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday said that the state has witnessed 14 per cent growth in the renewable energy sector, increasing its share in total energy production to over 30 per cent in the past 12 years.
Panel at Advantage Assam 2.0 discusses Assam's blueprint to reach renewable energy goal
Guwahati, February 26: "The Advantage Assam 2.0 - Investment & Infrastructure Summit 2025" hosted a pivotal session on "Decarbonizing Energy in Assam - Present Scenario", underscoring Assam's commitment to advancing a sustainable, low-carbon energy future.
Amitabh Bachchan reveals why Tesla might not come to India
Mumbai, Feb 25: Despite his busy working schedule, Amitabh Bachchan has kept his social media game strong. Through his latest Instagram post, the 'Paa' actor revealed why Tesla might not come to India.
Committed to 100 pc Railways electrification, boost renewable energy usage: Ashwini Vaishnaw
New Delhi, Feb 25: The government aims to achieve 'Net Zero' carbon emissions for Indian Railways, with 100 per cent electrification slated for completion in the 2025-26 financial year, Union Minister for Railways and Electronics and IT, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has said.
India will need Rs 30 lakh crore to achieve 500GW of RE by 2030: Pralhad Joshi
Mumbai, Feb 24: India will need Rs 30 lakh crore (Rs 5 to 6 lakh crore annually) to achieve 500 GW of non fuel based energy (Renewable Energy) by 2030. This will be raised through multiple sources including public sector banks, financial institutions, international credit, equity funding, debt funding, corporate bonds and pension funds.
Torrent Power to invest in renewable energy and pump storage in Madhya Pradesh
Bhopal, February 24: At the Madhya Pradesh Global Investors Summit (GIS) 2025 held in Bhopal on Monday, Torrent Power announced its commitment to investing in renewable energy and pump storage projects in the state.
Avaada Group to invest Rs 50,000 crore in Madhya Pradesh's green energy sector says Chairman Vineet Mittal
Bhopal, February24: Avaada Group is planning a significant investment of Rs 50,000 crore in Madhya Pradesh over the next five years, with most of the projects expected to materialize within three to four years, said Chairman Vineet Mittal in an exclusive conversation with ANI.
Rajasthan CM says first ever green budget which focuses on sustainable development
Jaipur, Feb 19: After the Rajasthan government on Wednesday announced the Budget for 2025-26, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma said that approximately 11.34 per cent has been allocated to the green budget which focuses on sustainable development.
India a solar superpower under PM Modi's leadership: UN's Simon Stiell
New Delhi, Feb 15: As India strives to reach the ambitious target of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel-based energy capacity by 2030 set by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the country has already become a “solar superpower”, according to Simon Stiell, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
J-K: Udhampur residents benefit from PM Surya Ghar Yojana, embrace rooftop solar power
Udhampur, February 13: Many residents in Jammu and Kashmir's Udhampur are benefiting from the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGMBY) by installing rooftop solar panels in their homes.
Govt striving to make Himachal Pradesh first 'Green Energy' state in country: CM Sukhu
Shimla, February 12: Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said here on Wednesday that by December 2025, seven projects in Himachal Pradesh will harness 72 MW of solar power, an official statement said.