Page 2 - Latest Updates on Pralhad Joshi
Govt seeks assessment of old wind turbines: Renewable energy minister
India has set a target of achieving 100 GW of installed wind energy capacity by 2030 and 156 GW by 2036
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Govt identifies 102 GW floating solar potential; eyes new support measures
Centre to focus on floating solar and agri-photovoltaics, while preparing support schemes and expanding solar deployment beyond traditional renewable energy hubs
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Govt targets 75 lakh rooftop solar installations by December: Pralhad Joshi
Rooftop solar installations crossed 40 lakh in May, with the government targeting 1 crore households under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana by March 2027
Govt links state fiscal incentives with RE adoption to address PPA issue
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi said renewable energy adoption criteria will be linked to fiscal incentives and interest-free loans for states
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Nearly 1/3 of peak demand of 256 GW met via renewable energy: Pralhad Joshi
The peak power demand touched a record high of 256.11 GW on Saturday, April 25, 2026, according to Power Ministry data
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India adds record 55.29 GW non-fossil capacity in FY26: Pralhad Joshi
Joshi also said India ranks third globally in renewable energy installed capacity, according to the Renewable Energy Statistics 2026
Govt taking action against coaching centres for misleading ads: Minister
Issues of misleading advertisements by coaching centres have come down relatively, Pralhad Joshi said, adding that many measures have been taken against violation
Centre prepared to bring back Indians stranded in West Asia: Pralhad Joshi
In a statement, Joshi said discussions have been held with senior officials of the concerned embassies to facilitate the safe return of those affected by the war situation
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Business Standard Manthan 2026: Global flux drives new growth conversation
Through the day, the Manthan fireside chats and panel discussions sparked a unique debate on making India future-ready through the prism of energy transition, food security, technology, self-reliance
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Expect $350 billion investments in RE sector by 2030: Pralhad Joshi
The minister said the country's module manufacturing capacity stands at 140 GW
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At BS Manthan, Pralhad Joshi outlines storage push for 500GW target by 2030
At BS Manthan, Pralhad Joshi says India's 500 GW non-fossil target hinges on scaling storage, strengthening domestic manufacturing and ensuring cheaper renewable power
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Nirmala Sitharaman, Pralhad Joshi to headline Day 2 of BS Manthan: Schedule
Manthan 2026: Leaders from government, top think tanks and industry will deliberate on India's food and energy security and explore how artificial intelligence can transform the creative sectors
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Govt to push AI solutions to improve grid stability, RE integration: Joshi
Energy minister Pralhad Joshi said AI-based tools will help tackle grid congestion, curtailment and renewable integration as India expands solar, wind and storage capacity
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New dark patterns every day; govt working daily to address: Pralhad Joshi
Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi says firms are innovating on dark patterns, prompting daily complaints; he cites NCH refunds and CCPA actions in 2025
Centre has no list of future project cancellations: Pralhad Joshi
The Centre has not cancelled any renewable energy project awards and has prepared no list for future cancellations, MNRE minister Pralhad Joshi told Parliament in a written reply
India emerges as key driver of global renewable energy surge: Joshi
After taking nearly 70 years to reach 1 TW (Terawatt) of renewable energy capacity in 2022, the world achieved 2 TW by 2024, Joshi said adding that the second terawatt was achieved in just two years
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Centre to allow 1.5 mn tonnes sugar exports, scrap 50% molasses duty
Sources in the sugar industry said the food ministry has decided to allow exports of 1.5 million tonnes of sugar in 2025-26, but a final nod from a high-powered group of ministers is still awaited
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India now 4th largest renewable energy producer at 257 GW: Pralhad Joshi
He said under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India achieved the Nationally Determined Contribution target of 50 per cent capacity from non-fossil sources, 5 years ahead of deadline
India may attract $100 bn investments in green hydrogen by 2030: Joshi
India targets 5 MTPA green hydrogen by 2030, eyeing $100 bn investment and 600,000 jobs, as renewables surge and the nation aims to be a global hydrogen hub
Govt aims to make India global hub for green energy, hydrogen export: Joshi
India has achieved the goal of having 50 per cent of installed electricity capacity from non-fossil resources five years ahead of schedule, Joshi said