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Odisha clears ₹76,612 crore investments, enters lab-grown diamond sector

Twenty projects approved by the High-Level Clearance Authority are expected to generate over 50,500 jobs across nine districts

Centre clears ₹22 crore aid for startups under Green Hydrogen Mission

The first batch of support under the National Green Hydrogen Mission's startup programme was announced as MNRE launched the Green Hydrogen Certification Portal

India needs 10 GWh battery storage to curb renewable curtailment: Ember

Energy think tank Ember says battery storage can absorb excess solar generation, reduce renewable-energy curtailment and help coal plants operate within technical limits

PSU banks green deposits surge to ₹3.7k cr in FY26 as RBI framework matures

State-owned lenders witnessed a sharp surge in green deposit mobilisation in FY26 amid increased depositors awareness and the maturation of the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Green Deposit Framework, introduced in 2023. According to PTI's analysis of banks' Annual reports for 2025-26, eight state-owned lenders raised Rs 3,733.11 crore in FY26 through green deposits, compared to Rs 1,831.79 crore in the year-ago period. The rise in green deposits reflects a growing focus among banks and depositors towards sustainable finance, with lenders increasingly linking their fundraising efforts with environmentally responsible lending, analysts said. State Bank of India (SBI), the country's largest lender, raised Rs 317.39 crore through its green deposit products till March 2026, with outstanding green deposits recorded at Rs 218 crore as on March 31, 2026. SBI garnered Rs 189.08 crore through green deposits in FY26, with the entire amount being deployed in clean transportation, particularly i

Centre eases compliance burden for pre-installed rooftop solar modules

Case-to-case basis exemption allowed under the new ALMM-II framework

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

Suzlon sizzles: Stock gains 3%, up 49% from 52-week low; more steam left?

Analysts view Suzlon's transition from a wind turbine manufacturer to a broader renewable energy solutions provider as a key growth driver, although successful execution remains critical.

Centre approves ₹531 crore aid for Rajasthan solar power providers

Global demand for Indian professionals is surging, with Australia, the UK, the US and the UAE ramping up hiring as competition for skilled talent intensifies

Central Electricity Authority plans infra to evacuate 60-70 Gw power

The authority is focusing on transmission connectivity for renewable projects while addressing grid stability concerns arising from the rapid integration of clean energy

Central Electricity Authority plans infra to evacuate 60-70 Gw power

The authority is focusing on transmission connectivity for renewable projects while addressing grid stability concerns arising from the rapid integration of clean energy

Meta partners with Fourth Partner Energy for 88 MW RE projects in India

Fourth Partner Energy (FPEL) said on Wednesday it has partnered with Meta Platforms Inc. on 88 megawatts alternating current (MWac) of renewable energy projects across India, as the technology company seeks to advance its clean energy and emissions reduction goals in the country. Under the agreement, FPEL will own and operate a portfolio of solar and wind projects across the states of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh. Meta will purchase 100 per cent of the environmental attributes associated with the projects, FPEL said in a statement. The deal supports the addition of renewable energy capacity to India's power grid and forms part of Meta's broader strategy to align its operations with clean energy sources. "These projects with Fourth Partner Energy represent a commitment to India's clean energy ecosystem, helping to bring new renewable energy capacity onto the grid and address Meta's value chain emissions in the region. This is consistent with our broader goal

Centre relaxes solar module sourcing rules to boost rooftop installations

Residential rooftop solar projects under PM Surya Ghar not availing central subsidy will remain exempt from ALMM List-II for solar cells until March 2027

MNRE forms panel to review ALMM-II exemption requests for solar projects

Committee comprising officials from SECI, IREDA and NISE will examine requests for commissioning extensions beyond May 31, 2026, under the domestic solar cell mandate

Achieving energy self-reliance is key amid global crises: PM Modi

PM Modi said India has remained resilient through global crises, highlighting self-reliance, energy security and infrastructure-led growth

Adani Energy Solutions soars 5%, hits over 3-year high; here's why

In the past six months, Adani Energy Solutions stock zoomed 61 per cent as against a 13.3 per cent dip in the BSE Sensex.

India shouldn't let headwinds cloud its growth potential: Citi's Fraser

Citi Chair and CEO Jane Fraser says India remains the world's fastest-growing major economy and should stay focused on its long-term growth trajectory

Suzlon broadens clean energy portfolio with battery storage plans

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is adding financial pressure on India, a large importer of fuels whose circulation depends on the region

India's tougher grid rules unsettle investors, test clean energy ambitions

Industry groups estimate the tougher regime could cut revenue by about 11 per cent for solar projects and as much as 48 per cent for wind farms

Suzlon plans integrated wind-solar-storage business: Vice-Chairman

Suzlon plans to evolve into a wind-solar-storage solutions provider, targeting integrated renewable projects, asset management growth and global expansion

Lao deputy PM pitches strategic partnership to Indian businesses

Deputy Prime Minister Thongsavan Phomvihane highlighted Laos' strategic location, policy reforms and incentives as he sought greater Indian investment and business partnerships