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Reliance Power's subsidiary, Reliance NU Suntech Private Ltd, has won a 930 MW solar energy contract and a 465 MW/1860 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) project from the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI). The project, which includes the second largest deployment of grid storage batteries
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According to Reuters, Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) approached the Andhra Pradesh state government on September 15, 2021, to inquire about their intentions to sign India’s largest renewable energy contract. State energy regulators had clearly stated that there is no short-term need for solar power in a 10-year
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Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) plans to hold two rounds of auctions to select developers for its 1.2 GW greenfield renewable energy projects, according to The Economic Times. Each round will offer 600 MW, with the first auction set to take place in two months. ONGC aims to
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India's eight core industries recorded a 3.1% growth in October 2024, up from 2% in September, according to government data. Coal production increased by 7.8%, while crude oil and natural gas output declined by 4.8% and 1.2%, respectively. Petroleum refinery production, which constitutes 28.
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A US court indicted Gautam Adani, one of India's most prolific businessmen, his nephew Sagar Adani, and six others on securities fraud, conspiracy to commit securities and wire fraud. The case pertains to a deal between Adani Green Energy and a US company to deliver 12 GW of
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India’s renewable energy capacity reached over 200 GW in October 2024, marking a significant achievement towards its goal of 500 GW from non-fossil sources by 2030. The Central Electricity Authority reported renewable energy generation at 203.18 GW, a 13.5% increase from October 2023. Including 8,180 MW
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Power Minister Manohar Lal urged states to consider developing nuclear power plants at sites where coal-based plants have completed their lifecycle. Speaking to state representatives, he suggested investing in nuclear energy to meet rising demand, especially in states far from coal resources. The minister also recommended listing state power utilities
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A report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) highlights India's heavy reliance on imports for minerals vital to its energy transition, including lithium, cobalt, and nickel, with 100% dependence on imports for these resources. The country’s demand for critical minerals is projected to
by Publisher
Reliance Power's subsidiary, Reliance NU Suntech Private Ltd, has won a 930 MW solar energy contract and a 465 MW/1860 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) project from the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI). The project, which includes the second largest deployment of grid storage batteries
by Publisher


Reliance Power's subsidiary, Reliance NU Suntech Private Ltd, has won a 930 MW solar energy contract and a 465 MW/1860 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) project from the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI). The project, which includes the second largest deployment of grid storage batteries
by Publisher
According to Reuters, Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) approached the Andhra Pradesh state government on September 15, 2021, to inquire about their intentions to sign India’s largest renewable energy contract. State energy regulators had clearly stated that there is no short-term need for solar power in a 10-year
by Publisher
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) plans to hold two rounds of auctions to select developers for its 1.2 GW greenfield renewable energy projects, according to The Economic Times. Each round will offer 600 MW, with the first auction set to take place in two months. ONGC aims to
by Publisher
India's eight core industries recorded a 3.1% growth in October 2024, up from 2% in September, according to government data. Coal production increased by 7.8%, while crude oil and natural gas output declined by 4.8% and 1.2%, respectively. Petroleum refinery production, which constitutes 28.
by Publisher
A US court indicted Gautam Adani, one of India's most prolific businessmen, his nephew Sagar Adani, and six others on securities fraud, conspiracy to commit securities and wire fraud. The case pertains to a deal between Adani Green Energy and a US company to deliver 12 GW of
by Publisher
India’s renewable energy capacity reached over 200 GW in October 2024, marking a significant achievement towards its goal of 500 GW from non-fossil sources by 2030. The Central Electricity Authority reported renewable energy generation at 203.18 GW, a 13.5% increase from October 2023. Including 8,180 MW
by Publisher
Power Minister Manohar Lal urged states to consider developing nuclear power plants at sites where coal-based plants have completed their lifecycle. Speaking to state representatives, he suggested investing in nuclear energy to meet rising demand, especially in states far from coal resources. The minister also recommended listing state power utilities
by Publisher
A report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA) highlights India's heavy reliance on imports for minerals vital to its energy transition, including lithium, cobalt, and nickel, with 100% dependence on imports for these resources. The country’s demand for critical minerals is projected to
by Publisher
India’s economy expanded at a faster-than-expected annual rate of 7.4% in the quarter ended in March, despite mounting global economic uncertainty. Gross domestic product of the fourth quarter of the government’s fiscal year 2025 came in sharply higher than the 6.7% growth forecast by economists in
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India, which was ranked tenth in the world in 2014, continues to be the fastest-growing major economy. B.V.R. Subrahmanyam, CEO of India’s state-run think tank Niti Aayog said, “we are the fourth-largest economy as I speak ... and this is not my data. This is IMF [international monetary
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If PM Modi licenses SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service, India will be risking national sovereignty and security in handing over the keys to its skies to Elon Musk.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said India is becoming a major maritime power and is being recognised as a reliable and responsible partner in the world. Speaking after the commissioning of three naval warships here, Modi said India has always supported an open, secure, inclusive and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.
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Bengaluru-based startup Pixxel announced the launch of three of the world's highest-resolution commercial hyperspectral satellites from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Wednesday. The Firefly constellation satellites were integrated via Exolaunch and launched aboard the Transporter-12 rideshare mission with SpaceX. The launch took place around 1
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A Republican lawmaker has asked the US Department of Justice to preserve all records in connection with the "selective prosecution" of billionaire industrialist Gautam Adani and his group of companies by the Biden administration. The demand comes less than a week before the Donald Trump administration takes office.
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The Union Home Ministry has granted sanction to the Enforcement Directorate to prosecute former Delhi chief minister and AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy linked money laundering case, officials said. The federal agency has filed a chargesheet against the 56-year-old politician before a special Prevention of Money
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday lauded the Indian Army for its determination, professionalism and dedication, and underlined his government's commitment to the welfare of armed forces and their families. In posts on X on Army Day, he said, "Today, on Army Day, we salute the unwavering
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India’s economy expanded at a faster-than-expected annual rate of 7.4% in the quarter ended in March, despite mounting global economic uncertainty. Gross domestic product of the fourth quarter of the government’s fiscal year 2025 came in sharply higher than the 6.7% growth forecast by economists in

India, which was ranked tenth in the world in 2014, continues to be the fastest-growing major economy. B.V.R. Subrahmanyam, CEO of India’s state-run think tank Niti Aayog said, “we are the fourth-largest economy as I speak ... and this is not my data. This is IMF [international monetary

If PM Modi licenses SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service, India will be risking national sovereignty and security in handing over the keys to its skies to Elon Musk.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said India is becoming a major maritime power and is being recognised as a reliable and responsible partner in the world. Speaking after the commissioning of three naval warships here, Modi said India has always supported an open, secure, inclusive and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.

Bengaluru-based startup Pixxel announced the launch of three of the world's highest-resolution commercial hyperspectral satellites from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Wednesday. The Firefly constellation satellites were integrated via Exolaunch and launched aboard the Transporter-12 rideshare mission with SpaceX. The launch took place around 1

A Republican lawmaker has asked the US Department of Justice to preserve all records in connection with the "selective prosecution" of billionaire industrialist Gautam Adani and his group of companies by the Biden administration. The demand comes less than a week before the Donald Trump administration takes office.

The Union Home Ministry has granted sanction to the Enforcement Directorate to prosecute former Delhi chief minister and AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy linked money laundering case, officials said. The federal agency has filed a chargesheet against the 56-year-old politician before a special Prevention of Money

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday lauded the Indian Army for its determination, professionalism and dedication, and underlined his government's commitment to the welfare of armed forces and their families. In posts on X on Army Day, he said, "Today, on Army Day, we salute the unwavering