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Tamil Nadu’s New Wind-Solar Hybrid Policy Targets 20 GW by 2030: Can It Revive Stalled Projects?
The state aims to add 20 GW of hybrid capacity in six years, but developers say land and grid issues must be fixed first.
Driving Influence: China's Strategy in South Asia and Its Implications for India
China's push for trade, ports and digital links in South Asia is reshaping the region and prompting a cautious Indian response.
India curtails 8,133 GWh solar power in Q1 to keep grid secure, says government
The Union government told Parliament that over 8,000 GWh of solar generation was curtailed in the first quarter to protect grid stability.
India's Power Grid Faces Risk From Skipped Inverter Tests
Experts warn that inadequate testing of inverters could stall the country's clean‑energy rollout.
Meghalaya Announces ₹25,000 Home‑Buyer Incentive and Fee Waiver
State government rolls out a cash incentive and registration fee waiver to boost property purchases.
India Unveils $25.6 Billion Plan to Build Core Tech and Cut Imports
The government rolls out a multi‑year programme to boost domestic chips, AI and telecom gear while slashing foreign dependence.
India’s Digital Payment Penetration Could Hit 10‑12% by FY27, Says Ind‑Ra Survey
A new Ind‑Ra study forecasts that payment‑card use will climb to 10‑12% of the adult population by the end of fiscal 2027.
Delhi Needs Cleaner, Less Congested Traffic Beyond EVs
Delhi's transport plan must add cleaner fuels, stricter emissions rules and traffic‑cutting measures to curb air pollution and gridlock.
India’s Next Green Energy Leap: Solar, Wind and Policy Moves
India eyes a faster shift to solar and wind, backed by new policy steps and private investment.
From Trombay to tomorrow: Inside Tata Power’s energy shift
Tata Power is moving beyond its coal-fired roots in Trombay to build a cleaner grid, with solar, wind, and distribution reforms driving its future.
India Crosses 50% Clean Energy Mark For First Time in 2026
Renewable sources now make up half of India's installed power capacity, a milestone driven by solar and wind growth.
India's Renewable Energy Push: Sectors, Policy Steps, and What It Means
A look at India's renewable energy landscape, key sectors driving growth, government initiatives, and the broader significance for the country's energy future.
India ranks 3rd globally in installed renewable energy capacity
India has climbed to third place worldwide in installed renewable energy capacity, driven by rapid growth in solar and wind power.
Coal India, UPRVUNL Sign JV to Build Renewable Projects in UP
India's largest coal miner and the state utility of Uttar Pradesh have formed a joint venture to develop solar and other renewable energy projects.
Coal India, UPRVUNL sign JV for renewable energy projects
The joint venture will develop solar and wind farms as the coal giant looks to diversify into clean power.
INSA Wants a Unified National Energy Framework for India
The Indian National Science Academy has proposed a single integrated energy policy to coordinate the country's fragmented power, transport, and climate efforts.
Grid congestion and land hurdles slow India's renewable energy push
A new analysis from Ember Energy points to transmission bottlenecks and land acquisition delays as the main barriers to India's next phase of clean power growth.
Uttar Pradesh Power Firm and Coal India to Build Renewable Projects
Uttar Pradesh Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam and Coal India Limited sign a pact to develop solar, wind, and other clean energy projects across the state.
Wind-Solar Hybrids Offer Reliable Power for Indian Industry
A new analysis shows that combining wind and solar farms can cut power variability and lower costs for industrial buyers across India.
Experts call for unified policy architecture to secure India's energy future
A coherent national framework is needed to align state and central energy policies, reduce investor uncertainty, and speed up the clean energy transition, according to a new analysis.
Wind vs Solar: Which Is Better for India’s Energy Goals?
A new analysis weighs the costs, land use, and power output of wind farms and solar plants as India races to hit 500 GW of clean energy by 2030.
India can lead global clean energy shift via green growth: Erik Solheim
Former UN Environment chief Erik Solheim says India can set the pace for the world by blending economic growth with clean energy, cutting costs and building scale.
ORF Report: India's Energy Transition Faces Grid Stability and Funding Gaps
The latest Energy News Monitor from ORF highlights critical challenges in India's push for 500 GW renewable capacity by 2030.
Why India's clean energy problem is moving power, not making it
India has added record amounts of solar and wind capacity, but the grid cannot move that electricity from sunny states to power-hungry cities, threatening the country's 2030 targets.
IISD Report: Rural India Needs Policy Push for Distributed Renewable Energy
A new analysis from the International Institute for Sustainable Development says scaling distributed renewable energy in rural India requires targeted policies, better financing, and stronger local institutions.
India becomes world's third-largest renewable energy capacity holder: Joshi
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi announced that India now ranks third globally in installed renewable energy capacity, behind only China and the United States.
Ethanol push gains ground as automakers shift focus from EVs
Indian automakers and fuel suppliers are moving beyond electric vehicles to ethanol-blended fuels, driven by policy support and the need for a diversified clean-energy mix.
India bets on dual mobility strategy as ethanol and electric vehicles move forward together
The government is pushing both ethanol blending and electric vehicles at the same time, aiming to cut oil imports and lower emissions without picking winners.
India's green energy paradox: record solar, falling wind
India added more renewable capacity than ever in 2023, but wind power growth stalled and coal still dominates the grid.
India's Next Crisis: Electricity Demand Outstrips Supply
A new analysis warns that India's power grid faces a structural crunch as peak demand grows faster than generation capacity, shifting the energy debate from fuel scarcity to electricity availability.
India's clean energy push key to economic strength, says Joshi
Coal and mines minister Pralhad Joshi links India's energy transition directly to economic resilience in a DD News interview.
Government Approves Rs 797 Crore Green Hydrogen Jetty at Paradip Port
The Centre has sanctioned Rs 797 crore for a green hydrogen jetty at Paradip Port, boosting India's clean energy infrastructure.
WTO panel to review India's solar and IT goods policies amid reform talks
Trade members debate India's domestic content rules for solar panels and IT hardware at WTO review meeting.