India taps World Bank, ADB for $2.5 billion infrastructure spendIndia is in talks with the World Bank and Asian Development Bank for substantial funding. This financial support aims to boost urban infras...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.04 AM IST
Why India’s green transition must move beyond large-scale renewable projectsAs India pursues ambitious climate and renewable energy goals, decentralised clean energy solutions are emerging as a critical driver of ru...
15 Jun, 2026, 11.16 AM IST
Consumers who gave up subsidy can use Non-DCR equipment to install rooftop solar at homesResidential consumers can now use non-DCR solar modules for rooftop installations under the PM Surya Ghar scheme. This applies to those who...
10 Jun, 2026, 10.08 PM IST
Govt raises nearly Rs 20,000 crore through disinvestment, asset sales as West Asia conflict swells subsidy burdenThe Centre has raised nearly Rs 20,000 crore through stake sales and asset monetisation in the first two months of this financial year. Thi...
10 Jun, 2026, 12.22 PM IST
100 days of Iran war: India must brace for broad-based economic shockIn a volatile turn of events, escalating strikes between Iran and Israel are sending shockwaves that may reach India’s economy. As the spec...
08 Jun, 2026, 03.29 PM IST
Trump unveils $700 million coal support plan using emergency powersPresident Donald Trump is using emergency powers to boost the US coal industry. Nearly $700 million will fund upgrades to power plants and ...
05 Jun, 2026, 07.27 AM IST
PM rooftop solar scheme set for 7.5 million milestoneIndia's PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana is set to reach over 7.5 million homes by year-end, with 4 million already benefiting. The scheme, ...
05 Jun, 2026, 01.22 AM IST
Clean energy sector to add over 44 lakh jobs by 2030: StudyIndia's clean energy sector is set to generate over 44 lakh jobs by 2030. Rooftop solar will be the biggest job creator, accounting for nea...
05 Jun, 2026, 01.07 AM IST
India crosses 41 lakh household-mark under rooftop solar scheme, to touch 75 lakh in Dec: JoshiIndia is set to reach 75 lakh rooftop solar households by December under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, a significant jump from the c...
04 Jun, 2026, 08.51 PM IST
Govt plans WhatsApp bot for PM Surya Ghar scheme to help households estimate subsidies, costs and savingsA new WhatsApp bot is coming to simplify rooftop solar adoption. Households can easily check subsidies and installation costs for the PM Su...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.36 AM IST
Government rules out blanket ALMM List-II extension beyond June 1; case-by-case relief for solar projectsThe Ministry of New and Renewable Energy will not extend the ALMM List-II deadline past June 1, 2026. Projects commissioned after this date...
25 May, 2026, 08.00 PM IST
India to strengthen EV shield against oil imports with fresh subsidies: ReportThe government is set to significantly boost subsidies for electric two-wheelers. This move under the PM E-Drive scheme aims to promote cle...
25 May, 2026, 01.17 PM IST
India blocks China's request for solar, IT dispute panel at WTOIndia has blocked China's initial request for a World Trade Organization dispute panel. China alleges India's tariffs and incentives discri...
23 May, 2026, 12.54 AM IST
RBI's record dividend payout to provide partial cushion to stressed govt finances: ExpertsThe all-time high dividend declared on Friday is 6.7 per cent greater than Rs 2.69 lakh crore for the 2024-25 fiscal. urplus transfer by RB...
22 May, 2026, 09.18 PM IST
India blocks China’s first request to setup WTO dispute panel in IT, solar measuresIndia has blocked China's initial request for a World Trade Organization dispute panel. China alleges India's tariffs and incentives unfair...
22 May, 2026, 09.17 PM IST
India blocks China's request for dispute panel on solar sector support measures at WTOIndia has blocked China's request for a World Trade Organization dispute panel. The case concerns India's support measures for its solar ce...
22 May, 2026, 07.23 PM IST
Why future of India's energy security depends on building smarter gridsIndia's power demand is soaring, highlighting the need for smarter electricity grids. These intelligent systems will manage renewable energ...
21 May, 2026, 12.03 AM IST