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India Installs 5.28 Crore Smart Meters Under RDSS
India has installed over 5.28 crore smart meters under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), improving billing accuracy, reducing AT&C losses, and strengthening DISCOM efficiency. The rollout supports digital transformation of power utilities and enhances consumer-level monitoring, transparency, and grid performance nationwide.
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GERC Approves Settlement for 2 MW Solar Captive Project in Gujarat
The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission approved a settlement resolving a dispute involving a 2 MW solar captive power project. The decision provides regulatory clarity, strengthens investor confidence, and supports smoother implementation of captive solar projects while reinforcing fair grid access and compliance.
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ITI Limited Invites EoI for Rooftop Solar Across Uttar Pradesh
ITI Limited has invited Expressions of Interest for rooftop solar installations across Uttar Pradesh, boosting decentralized solar adoption. The initiative aims to expand clean energy capacity in government and institutional buildings, reduce grid dependence, and accelerate rooftop solar market development in the state.
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IIT Roorkee Floats RFP for Captive Solar Power via Open Access
IIT Roorkee has issued an RFP to procure captive solar power through open access, targeting cost reduction and carbon footprint minimization. The move reflects growing institutional demand for renewable energy and strengthens the role of academic institutions in advancing India’s clean energy transition.
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Union Budget 2026–27 Reinforces India’s Renewable Energy Push
The Union Budget 2026–27 strengthens India’s renewable energy roadmap with emphasis on energy storage, domestic manufacturing, sustainable financing, and grid resilience. The measures support green hydrogen, clean power expansion, and long-term climate targets while boosting investor confidence in the sector.
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India’s Renewable Energy Capacity Reaches 258 GW in 2025
India’s renewable energy capacity surged to 258,008 MW in 2025, driven by rapid solar, wind, and hydro installations. The milestone highlights accelerating clean energy deployment, improved energy security, and steady progress toward India’s long-term decarbonization and climate commitments.
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KEC International Wins 220 kV and 132 kV T&D Projects in India
KEC International secured major high-voltage transmission and distribution projects, strengthening its infrastructure portfolio. The contracts support grid expansion, renewable energy evacuation, and modernization of India’s power transmission network to meet rising electricity demand and clean energy integration.
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PowerGrid Commissions 4.5 GW Transmission Project at Khavda
PowerGrid has commissioned a 4.5 GW transmission project to enhance renewable energy evacuation from Khavda, Gujarat. The development strengthens grid connectivity for large-scale solar and wind projects, ensuring improved reliability, power flow efficiency, and renewable integration.
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IEEFA Flags Gaps in Corporate Climate Transition Planning in India
An IEEFA report highlights shortcomings in corporate climate transition planning ahead of India’s Net Zero 2070 goal. The report urges companies to improve emissions disclosure, capital alignment, and decarbonization strategies to ensure credible, transparent, and actionable climate commitments.
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NTPC Green Energy Partners for 1,000 TPD Green Urea Plant
NTPC Green Energy has partnered with Assago Industries to develop a 1,000-ton-per-day green urea plant. The project advances green hydrogen use in fertilizer production, supports agricultural decarbonization, and strengthens India’s emerging green industrial ecosystem.
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India Achieves Near-Universal Household Electrification Under Saubhagya
India has achieved near-universal household electrification under the Saubhagya scheme, marking a significant milestone in energy access. The achievement enhances rural development, economic inclusion, and strengthens the foundation for future renewable-powered and resilient energy infrastructure.
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GS Engineering & Construction Enters India with Patur Solar Park
GS Engineering & Construction has entered India’s renewable energy market through the Patur Solar Park project. The move signals increasing foreign participation in India’s solar sector and highlights growing international confidence in the country’s clean energy investment environment.
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TERI–WTC Mumbai Hosts High-Level Low-Carbon Transition Roundtable
TERI and WTC Mumbai convened a high-level roundtable on India’s low-carbon transition, engaging policymakers, corporate leaders, and climate experts. Discussions focused on sustainable finance, decarbonization pathways, and accelerating private-sector participation in India’s clean energy future.
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