Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

October 5, 2026 7:59 PM

Pralhad Joshi to inaugurate Windergy India 2026 in Chennai on October 8

India’s wind energy sector is set for a major industry showcase as Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi will inaugurate the 8th edition of Windergy India 2026 at the Chennai Trade Centre on October 8, with the event focusing on scaling manufacturing, technology and investment in the sector. The inauguration will feature global MoU announcements, the launch of key sectoral reports and recognition of states demonstrating leadership in wind energy, the Ministry of New and Re...

September 21, 2026 3:45 PM

SECI’s 15-year journey marks India’s growing renewable energy leadership: Shripad Yesso Naik

Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) marked its 15th Foundation Day with a Stakeholders’ Meet in New Delhi, highlighting its expanding role in India’s renewable energy transition and the country’s clean energy ambitions. Addressing the gathering as the Chief Guest, Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy and Power Shripad Yesso Naik said SECI’s 15-year journey reflects India’s growing leadership in the global renewable energy transition. Naik said SECI has consisten...

September 9, 2026 10:16 PM

Agrivoltaics to help farmers earn from crops and clean energy: Pralhad Joshi

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi on Wednesday said India’s farmers could emerge as both “Annadatas” and “Urjadatas” by producing food and clean energy from the same piece of land through agrivoltaics. Addressing a curtain-raiser event for the 7th Agrivoltaics World Conference 2026 in New Delhi, Joshi said the next phase of the PM-KUSUM scheme would include a dedicated component for agrivoltaics. The initiative is expected to enable farmers to continue cultivat...

July 24, 2026 10:13 AM

India to host Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo 2026 in New Delhi from November 2–5: Pralhad Joshi

India will host the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo (BRE Summit & Expo) 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi from November 2 to 5, bringing together global policymakers, industry leaders, investors and technology innovators to accelerate cooperation in the clean energy sector. Announcing the event at its curtain raiser on Thursday, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said the summit will, for the first time, bring together three major international renewable ...

July 21, 2026 7:07 PM

India’s renewable energy capacity rises nearly fourfold to 288.58 GW since 2014

India's installed renewable energy capacity has nearly quadrupled over the past 12 years, increasing from 76.38 GW in 2014 to 288.58 GW as of June 30, 2026, according to information presented in the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday. The figures, shared by Union Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy Shripad Yesso Naik in a written reply, highlight the rapid expansion of the country's clean energy sector as India continues to pursue its energy transition and climate goals. Solar energy has emerge...

April 8, 2026 6:46 PM

India becomes World’s third-largest renewable energy capacity holder: Pralhad Joshi

India has emerged as the world’s third-largest country in renewable energy installed capacity, overtaking Brazil, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi said on Wednesday. Citing the latest Renewable Energy Statistics 2026 released by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), the minister said India now ranks behind only China and the United States in total renewable capacity. Record Growth in Capacity and Generation India achieved a total non-fossil fuel installed capacity of 283.46 GW as o...

April 6, 2026 8:41 PM

India adds record 6.05 GW wind capacity in FY26, total installed capacity crosses 56 GW

India has recorded its highest-ever annual wind energy capacity addition of 6.05 gigawatts (GW) in the financial year 2025–26, marking a significant milestone in the country’s renewable energy journey. The latest addition represents a sharp 46 per cent increase compared to the previous financial year, signalling a strong acceleration in onshore wind energy deployment. With this, India’s cumulative installed wind power capacity has surpassed 56 GW, reinforcing its position among the world�...

March 18, 2026 12:47 PM

Ministry of New and Renewable Energy extends ALMM framework to solar ingots and wafers from June 2028

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has expanded the scope of the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) framework to include solar ingots and wafers, in a move aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing and reducing import dependence. The new provision, which introduces ALMM List-III for ingots and wafers, will come into effect from June 1, 2028, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi said. Boost to domestic solar ecosystem Describing the decision as a “decisive step,” Jos...

September 18, 2025 1:27 PM

India notifies National Policy on Geothermal Energy 2025 to boost clean energy transition

In a move to diversify India’s renewable energy portfolio and achieve its Net Zero 2070 target, the government on Wednesday notified the National Policy on Geothermal Energy (2025). The policy seeks to harness the country’s largely untapped geothermal resources, positioning this clean and dependable energy source as a key pillar of India’s sustainable energy transition. Geothermal energy - which can be used for both power generation and direct applications such as district heating, agricu...

June 23, 2025 1:29 PM

India goes green: landmark tender to fuel fertilizers with clean ammonia

The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), a Navratna Central Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, has floated a landmark tender for the offtake of green ammonia. The move marks a significant step towards decarbonizing the fertilizer sector, which is currently dependent on fossil fuel-based hydrogen for ammonia production. The tender, issued on June 7, 2024, invites bids for the supply of 7.24 lakh tonnes of green ammonia annually. It covers 13 fertilizer...