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Govt revises India's solar potential to 3,343 GW from 2014's 749 GW

India's revised solar potential now stands at 3,343 GW with Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Gujarat contributing nearly half, while floating solar could add another 700 GW

Inox Clean Energy begins solar module production at Bavla plant in Gujarat

Inox Solar on Monday said its arm Inox Clean Energy has commenced production at its solar module manufacturing facility in Bavla, Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The fully-automated plant, equipped with cutting-edge technology, manufactures N-type TOPCon solar modules using M10, G12R, and G12 solar cells, a company statement said. Inox Clean Energy Ltd's wholly-owned subsidiary, Inox Solar Ltd, on Monday announced the commencement of production at its solar module manufacturing facility in Bavla, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, with the first phase capacity of 1.2 GW from its 3 GW plant, according to the statement. This globally recognised module technology is the latest in solar manufacturing, offering higher efficiency, lower degradation, and superior reliability, setting a benchmark for modern solar installations. The bifacial modules further enable dual-sided power generation, boosting Capacity Utilisation Factor (CUF) and overall productivity. The Bavla facility is set to scale up further to 3 GW of

Avaada Group commissions 11 solar plants in Maharashtra under MSKVY 2.0

Diversified energy firm Avaada Group on Tuesday announced the commissioning of 11 solar power projects in Maharashtra's Yavatmal district under the Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana 2.0 to provide reliable power for irrigation. The projects include a 4 MW plant at Kinhi, 3 MW each at Baldi and Dongarkharda, 2 MW each at Bansi and Patan,a 5 MW at Mhasola, 2 MW at Galwa, 4 MW each at Pathrad and Parjana, and 3 MW each at Sawargaon and Sarfali, a company statement said. Avaada Group has commissioned 11 solar power projects in Maharashtra's Yavatmal district under the Mukhyamantri Saur Krushi Vahini Yojana (MSKVY) 2.0, a move aimed at providing farmers with reliable daytime power for irrigation and advancing the state's clean energy transition, according to the statement. The projects are expected to benefit nearly 14,900 farmers across 167 villages by improving irrigation facilities, reducing costs, and creating additional income opportunities, while ensuring a reliable supply of

Vikram Solar bags 336 MW supply order from L&T for Khavda solar project

Solar solutions provider Vikram Solar on Monday said it has secured a 336 MW module supply order from L&T Construction for the Khavda solar project in Gujarat. As part of this order, Vikram Solar will supply its advanced Hypersol G12R modules, based on N-type technology, a company statement said. The usage of G12R Modules will enhance the Balance-of-System (BOS) efficiency and help drive down the Levelized Cost of Energy (LCOE), making it more cost-effective and accessible. "We are delighted to contribute to this landmark project. The region holds immense potential for solar energy, and this project will play a pivotal role in harnessing that opportunity. Each project we deliver is a testament to the trust placed in Vikram Solar's technology, performance, and commitment to excellence," said Gyanesh Chaudhary, Chairman & Managing Director, Vikram Solar. This latest module from Vikram Solar showcases improved bifaciality (up to 80 per cent), better high-temperature performance ..

Govt to test battery storage at coal plants as solar power surges

The concept addresses a critical challenge facing India's power grid, where thermal plants must ramp down during peak solar hours but maintain capacity for evening demand when solar generation drops

Indraprastha Gas gains 3% on JV with RVUNL for solar project in Rajasthan

Indraprastha Gas share price was trading 2.9 per cent higher at ₹217 per share against the previous close of ₹210.93 on the NSE

Jakson Engineers to invest ₹8,000 cr to set up 6 GW solar mfg plant in MP

Jakson Engineers on Tuesday said it will invest over Rs 8,000 crore for setting up a 6 GW integrated solar manufacturing plant in Madhya Pradesh. This is the largest solar manufacturing investment in the state, the company said in a statement. The company, part of energy and infrastructure solutions conglomerate Jakson Group, is investing over Rs 8,000 crore to establish a 6 GW integrated solar module, cell & wafer plant at Maksi Phase II in Madhya Pradesh, the statement said. The mega project will be developed in two phases across a 110-acre site, allocated to the company recently. Commencing site activities within 15 days, the company will commission manufacturing capacity of 3 GW of solar modules and 3 GW of solar cells in Phase I, with an investment of around Rs 2,000 crore. Phase II will include establishment of a 6 GW solar wafer plant along with an additional 3 GW modules and cells each, at an investment of over Rs 6,000 crore. The first modules from the plant are expected

Timeline: How Rajasthan became India's top solar hub in just a decade

From Bhadla to hybrid plants, Rajasthan's solar journey over the past decade shows how policy, investment, and geography turned it into India's clean energy leader

Indian solar panel exporters on edge as US launches anti-dumping probe

US initiates anti-dumping and countervailing duty investigations on Indian solar exports, adding pressure to shipments already facing 50% tariffs

India's electronics exports surge 47% in Q1FY26, led by mobile phones

India's electronics exports rose 47% YoY to $12.4 bn in Q1FY26, driven by a 55% surge in mobile phone exports. ICEA expects FY26 exports to reach $46-50 bn

SAEL Industries arm commissions 50 MW solar project in Maharashtra

Solar RE Power, a subsidiary of SAEL Industries, on Tuesday said it has commissioned a 50 MW solar power plant in Beed district of Maharashtra. The plant is expected to generate over 100 gigawatt-hours (GWh) of clean electricity annually, and is aligned with the government's vision for a sustainable energy future, SAEL Industries said. "The 50 MW (AC)...ground-mounted solar project features TOPCon bifacial modules, designed for high energy yield and performance reliability," the clean energy solutions provider said. The project is backed by a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (MSEDCL), offering long-term revenue and tariff stability in accordance with industry best practices, it said. "As we expand our renewable energy footprint in India, we want to provide sustainable infrastructure that benefits both people and the environment," Laxit Awla, Director at SAEL Industries, said. SAEL Industries is a renewable .

SECI floats green ammonia tender to decarbonise fertiliser production

The initiative aims to reduce import dependence and shield the fertiliser sector from global gas price shocks amid ongoing geopolitical disruptions

NTPC begins commercial supply from 52 MW unit of Nokh solar project

State-run power giant NTPC on Sunday said that the 245 MW power capacity at Plot-3 of Nokh solar PV in Rajasthan has become fully operational with the start of commercial electricity supply from the second and last part of 52 MW. The first part capacity of 193 MW started commercial operation on June 9, 2025, according to a regulatory filing. Consequent upon successful commissioning, the second and last part capacity of 52 MW out of 245 MW capacity at Plot-3 of NTPC's Nokh Solar PV Project (3x245MW), Rajasthan, is declared on Commercial Operation with effect from 00:00 hours of June 22, 2025, the filing stated. With this, the total standalone and group commercial capacity has now become 60,318 MW & 81,420 MW respectively, it stated.

NTPC hits 80,265 MW capacity after commissioning 110 MW Khavda project

Power giant NTPC on Friday said its group installed generation capacity stood at 80,265 MW after its step-down arm NTPC Renewable Energy began 110.25 MW commercial supply from 1255 MW Khavda solar project. In a regulatory filing, the company said consequent upon successful commissioning, first part capacity of 110.25 MW out of 1255 MW Khavda-I Solar PV Project of NTPC Renewable Energy Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of NTPC Green Energy, is declared on Commercial Operation "w.e.f. 00:00 Hrs. of June 6, 2025". NTPC Green Energy is a subsidiary of NTPC Ltd. With this, the total installed and commercial capacity of the NTPC group stood at 80,265 MW, the filing said.

China powers Pakistan's green energy ambitions amid IMF's loan conditions

With falling prices for wind, solar, and battery technologies, Pakistani companies expect a quicker return on renewable energy investment that may help them meet energy goals set by IMF

Reliance to start solar module factory this year for clean energy: Official

India has been scrambling to meet its clean energy targets after falling short in 2022

Power generation stock soars 25% in 2 days; bounce back 94% from April low

Shares of Inox Green Energy Services hit an eight-month high, surging 15% on the BSE in Tuesday's intra-day, amid heavy volumes

Reliance NU Energies secures 350 MW solar power project from SJVN

Reliance Power on Monday said its arm Reliance NU Energies has secured 350 MW solar project with a 175 MW/700 MWh of battery energy storage system (BESS) from SJVN Ltd. The BESS, integrated with the solar project, will provide a backup power supply of 175 MWh for four hours. The winning tariff was set at Rs 3.33/kWh, fixed for 25 years, positioning the project among the most competitively priced offerings in India's energy transition landscape, a company statement said. Reliance Power Ltd (Reliance Power) subsidiary Reliance NU Energies Private Ltd (Reliance NU Energies), wins the largest allocation in SJVN's tariff-based competitive bidding process, securing an allocation of 350 MW of solar power generation capacity coupled with 175 MW/700 MWh of BESS, according to the statement. Once commissioned, the platform will add 600 MWp of installed solar PV capacity and 700 MWh of energy storage to Reliance Power's portfolio, consolidating its leadership in new energy solutions. With th

A routine thunderstorm & numerous rooftop solar systems collapsed: Teaching a lesson on solar quality standards

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ReNew raises $100 mn from BII to expand solar cell output in Gujarat

ReNew's solar arm to use BII's $100 million investment to build 4 GW TOPCon cell facility in Gujarat, expanding its total solar capacity to 6.4 GW for cells and modules