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NDC 3.0 highlights climate action urgency amid geopolitical turmoil

India's updated climate targets signal stronger action amid global uncertainty, though experts say ambition may fall short of the country's clean energy potential

Cabinet clears new climate targets, 47% emission reduction by 2035

India raises ambition under new NDC, targets 60 per cent non-fossil capacity and higher carbon sink by 2035 while aligning climate goals with development priorities

India ready for peak power demand, but supply, transmission risks remain

India is better prepared to meet a record 270 Gw peak power demand this summer, supported by strong coal stocks and renewables, though geopolitical tensions and grid constraints pose risks

India ready for peak power demand, but supply, transmission risks remain

India is better prepared to meet a record 270 Gw peak power demand this summer, supported by strong coal stocks and renewables, though geopolitical tensions and grid constraints pose risks

NeuEN to supply 10,000 TPA green hydrogen to Numaligarh refinery

NeuEN Green Energy will supply 10,000 tonnes per annum of green hydrogen to Numaligarh Refinery, with a new facility in Assam expected to be operational by 2028

India to attract ₹7.9 trillion for transmission to support clean energy

CEA estimates Rs 7.9 lakh crore investment in transmission infrastructure to support over 900 GW of non-fossil capacity, amid rising demand and renewable energy integration

Gas-based power plants increasingly becoming impractical: NTPC chief

NTPC Chairman Gurdeep Singh flags viability concerns for gas-based power plants amid fuel supply uncertainties and stresses need for flexible generation solutions

PM Modi calls for global investment as power sector needs $2.2 trillion

PM Modi invites global investors to India's power sector, which needs $2.2 trillion over two decades to support energy transition and infrastructure expansion

Govt mandates domestic sourcing of solar wafers for manufacturers

Expansion of ALMM scheme to ingots and wafers will require projects to use domestic components from 2028, strengthening local manufacturing and reducing import dependence

Cabinet clears ₹2,585 crore scheme for small hydro power projects

Scheme aims to add 1,500 MW capacity and attract ₹15,000 crore investment while supporting states and improving grid reliability and clean energy output

Over 35 GW renewable capacity may face grid curtailment in FY27: Crisil

Crisil warns over 35 GW renewable capacity may face curtailment in FY27 due to slow transmission rollout, with TGNA projects bearing the bulk of the risk

₹1.65 trillion investment seen in India's transmission infra: Godrej

India's transmission infrastructure may see Rs 1.65 lakh crore investments over three years, creating significant EPC opportunities across substations, railways and renewables

New captive power rules to boost renewable energy adoption by industries

Industry says changes to captive power rules will make renewable projects more scalable, enabling group companies to access captive power benefits and boost clean energy adoption

ReNew's C&I arm secures $95 mn investment from LeapFrog-led consortium

LeapFrog Investments leads $95 million equity infusion into ReNew Green Energy Solutions to expand its commercial and industrial renewable energy platform

Govt amends captive power plant rules to clarify ownership provisions

The government has amended electricity rules governing captive power plants, clarifying ownership provisions and verification norms to reduce disputes and improve ease of doing business

Govt targets installing 39 lakh rooftop solar systems under PMSGMBY in FY27

The government plans to install 39 lakh rooftop solar systems with 11,700 MW capacity in FY27 under the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, the MNRE informed a parliamentary panel

Reluctance of market participants hits gas trading volumes at IGX

Market participants turn cautious amid high LNG prices and supply regulation as West Asia conflict disrupts gas shipments and fuels uncertainty

Delhi peak power demand may cross 9K MW this summer amid heatwave fears

Power demand in Delhi may cross 9,000 MW this summer as above-normal temperatures and more heatwave days are forecast, with discom BSES preparing to meet higher electricity load

Have sufficient stocks to meet any unprecedented coal demand: Govt

India has adequate coal stocks at mines and power plants to meet any unprecedented demand, the coal ministry said, citing record inventory levels across the sector

Subdued power demand pulls down spot electricity prices by 18% in Feb

Weak demand and higher renewable generation dragged February spot power prices lower, even as electricity trade volumes jumped to a five-year high, reflecting strong market liquidity