India lets clean-energy projects pay to keep grid access after delaysIndia's power regulator allows clean energy firms to pay for extended grid access. Developers can secure extra time by paying daily fees pe...
17 Aug, 2026, 09.22 AM IST
In 1956, solar power was priced at about $1,865 per watt and survived largely because spacecraft needed lightweight power. Decades later, prices fell below 50 cents per watt and solar became the cheapest new electricitySolar power once cost a staggering $1,865 per watt in inflation-adjusted terms. Today, solar panels can cost only a fraction of a dollar pe...
16 Aug, 2026, 07.12 PM IST
In 2018, the U.S. Air Force signed a 35-year lease for underused Mojave desert land. 8 years later, the site hosts 1.9 million solar panels, turning a historic aircraft testing ground into a massive renewable-energy hubIn 2018, the U.S. Air Force signed a 35-year lease for underused desert land at Edwards Air Force Base in California. What happened next wa...
13 Aug, 2026, 06.07 PM IST
RBI issues directions on fixed, floating rate loans: What changes for home, personal, MSME loans and existing borrowersThe Reserve Bank of India has proposed a new framework for loan interest rates. This framework aims to bring more uniformity and transparen...
13 Aug, 2026, 03.40 PM IST
'Sir Isaac Newton is laughing': Memes flood social media after 7-second gravity blackout conspiracy theory fails during August 12 solar eclipseNASA has put to rest rampant conspiracy theories surrounding a supposed gravity blackout on August 12, 2026. Claims of a covert project nam...
12 Aug, 2026, 11.27 PM IST
7-second gravity blackout? NASA explains viral earth disaster claimViral posts falsely claimed Earth would experience a seven-second gravity blackout. Scientists confirmed this physics-bending anomaly is im...
12 Aug, 2026, 09.00 PM IST
No solar eclipse glasses? Check 3 safe ways and things you shouldn't use to watch, how to protect your eyes and skinAs protective eclipse glasses fly off the shelves, people are seeking alternative ways to experience the beauty of the Sun. Pinhole project...
12 Aug, 2026, 12.47 PM IST
Solar Eclipse Astrology: What Does the August 12 Eclipse Mean for You?The August 12, 2026 solar eclipse in Leo promises a significant personal reset. This celestial event will highlight themes of identity, lov...
11 Aug, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
KPI Green Energy shares fall 6% after Q1 results. What's worrying investors?KPI Green Energy shares fell sharply on Tuesday after the company reported a 14% year-on-year decline in Q1 net profit to Rs 94.63 crore. R...
11 Aug, 2026, 02.12 PM IST
RPSG’s Purvah Green Power to acquire Renew Solar Power's 1.4 GW solar portfolio for Rs 4,859 crorePurvah Green Power will acquire a 1.4 GWp solar portfolio for Rs 4,859 crore. This acquisition will increase Purvah's contracted renewable ...
11 Aug, 2026, 12.45 AM IST
Dilip Buildcon sells power projects of Rs. 8,400 crore to Alpha AlternativesDilip Buildcon has sold solar and transmission projects valued at Rs. 8,400 crore to Alpha Alternatives. This strategic divestment involves...
10 Aug, 2026, 09.45 PM IST
What will happen on August 12? Four celestial events and a rumoured gravity blackoutOn August 12, 2026, skywatchers will witness a remarkable cosmic event featuring a total solar eclipse, the peak of the Perseid meteor show...
10 Aug, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
Sanjiv Goenka-led RPSG arm to acquire 1.4 GW solar projects from ReNew for Rs 4,859 croreIn a move that signifies a major leap towards sustainability, CESE Ltd, under the RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group, is acquiring six solar projects, ...
10 Aug, 2026, 04.32 PM IST
Acme Solar plans to spend up to Rs 20k crore on capex: CEOACME Solar Holdings plans to invest ₹15,000-20,000 crore to expand its renewable energy business, with battery storage as a key focus. The ...
10 Aug, 2026, 09.14 AM IST
Solar powers non-fossil capacity past 300 GWIndia’s non-fossil power capacity has crossed 300 GW, reaching 60% of its 500-GW target for 2030. Solar leads with 164.59 GW, while non-fos...
10 Aug, 2026, 12.50 AM IST
India eyes record 20 GW distributed renewable capacity this fiscalIndia anticipates its highest distributed renewable energy capacity this fiscal year. Schemes like PM Surya Ghar and PM Kisan Urja are expe...
05 Aug, 2026, 12.33 AM IST
Floating solar projects to be fired up by Rs 5,000 cr schemeThe Cabinet has approved the Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana with a significant outlay. This scheme aims to develop 5,000 MW of floatin...
01 Aug, 2026, 12.07 PM IST