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April 10, 2026 3:45 PM

India achieves record solar capacity addition, PM Modi highlights milestone

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday highlighted India’s record-breaking progress in renewable energy, sharing an article that underscored the country’s highest-ever annual solar capacity addition. The achievement was detailed by Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi, who said India added around 45 gigawatts (GW) of solar capacity during the financial year 2025–26, marking a historic milestone in the sector. Calling it a significant step forward, the Prime Minister ...

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...

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...

January 22, 2026 10:41 PM

Pralhad Joshi showcases India’s clean energy-led growth model at WEF 2026

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi on Thursday said that India’s energy transition has been consciously designed as a driver of industrialisation, job creation and global competitiveness, offering a replicable model for emerging economies. Addressing a high-level session on “Energy: The Great Funding Gap” at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, the minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has transformed ...

January 21, 2026 10:36 PM

India emerges as global leader in renewable energy transition at WEF 2026: Pralhad Joshi

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi on Wednesday said that India has emerged as a global leader in driving a just, affordable and inclusive renewable energy transition, as he held a series of high-level engagements at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos. Addressing multiple sessions and roundtables, Joshi highlighted that India’s clean energy journey demonstrates how rapid economic growth, affordability and sustainability can progress together. Gu...

January 20, 2026 9:43 PM

Pralhad Joshi calls on global investors to partner in India’s clean energy expansion at World Economic Forum

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday urged global investors to partner with India in its rapidly expanding clean energy sector, asserting that the country offers a unique combination of scale, resilience and policy stability in the global energy transition. Speaking at the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026 in Davos, the Minister said the real challenge of the global energy transition lies in creating infrastructure that is resilient, scalable and inv...

December 11, 2025 3:26 PM

India launches pilot project to test Toyota Mirai Hydrogen fuel cell vehicle

India has taken another step toward accelerating green hydrogen–based mobility with the launch of a pilot project to test Toyota’s Mirai fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) under real-world Indian conditions. The initiative was launched on Thursday by Union Minister for New & Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi, who described it as a key milestone in advancing clean transport solutions. As part of the project, Toyota Kirloskar Motor handed over the Mirai FCEV to the National Institute of Solar...

December 7, 2025 1:55 PM

India records highest-ever renewable energy addition; Odisha to get 1.5 lakh rooftop solar units

Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi on Saturday said that India has achieved its highest-ever annual non-fossil energy capacity addition, reaching 31.25 GW so far in FY 2025–26. Of this, 24.28 GW came from solar power alone. The minister was speaking at the Global Energy Leaders’ Summit (GELS) 2025 in Puri, Odisha. Joshi said India is now a major driver of global renewable growth, contributing significantly to the world’s rapid clean energy expansion. While the world...

November 27, 2025 3:34 PM

PM Modi extends birthday greetings to Union Minister Pralhad Joshi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday extended birthday wishes to Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution & New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, praising his contributions to promoting sustainable living and strengthening consumer welfare. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Best wishes to Shri Pralhad Joshi Ji on his birthday. His efforts to boost sustainable living by focusing on renewable energy are admirable. He is actively engaged in protecting c...

October 20, 2025 10:28 AM

Victory of light over darkness: Union Ministers extend Diwali greetings

Union Ministers on Monday extended their greetings for Diwali, describing the festival of lights as a symbol of the victory of light over darkness. Diwali represents the spiritual triumph of Dharma over Adharma, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. Celebrated with great enthusiasm across the country, people light diyas and candles and offer prayers to Lord Lakshmi. Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal shared on X, “Heartfelt Diwali greetings to all fellow citizens! M...