Renewable Energy

September 19, 2026 11:58 AM

India’s per capita carbon emissions less than half the global average: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said India has guided the world on issues related to nature and the environment for centuries and is now working towards offering solutions to modern climate challenges. Addressing the International Conference on “The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics” organised by the National Green Tribunal in New Delhi, the Prime Minister said India's environmental approach draws from its cultural traditions and longstanding commitment to nature. During ...

September 16, 2026 2:49 PM

Manohar Lal Highlights India’s Energy Expansion at G20 Meet, Holds Talks with US, Canada

Union Minister for Power and Housing & Urban Affairs Manohar Lal participated in the G20 Energy Abundance Working Group meetings in Houston on September 15 and held bilateral discussions with senior leaders from the United States and Canada on strengthening energy cooperation. Highlighting India’s progress in building a secure and resilient energy system, Manohar Lal noted that the country has achieved 552 GW of installed capacity, with non-fossil sources accounting for more than 50 per c...

September 14, 2026 10:32 PM

India’s Data Centre Capacity Surges to 1.57 GW, Set to Reach 8 GW by 2030

India’s rapidly expanding digital economy is driving a sharp rise in demand for data centres, with the country’s installed data-centre power capacity increasing from around 375 MW in 2020 to 1.57 GW as of August 2026. The capacity is projected to rise further to nearly 8 GW by 2030, reflecting the growing need for computing power, data storage and high-speed connectivity as digital services, cloud computing and Artificial Intelligence expand across sectors. The government has been strength...

September 1, 2026 10:35 PM

India pavilion at Middle East Energy showcases a wide range of products across power and energy value chain

Middle East Energy 2026 is being held at the Dubai World Trade Centre in the UAE from 1st to 3rd September. It is one of the largest international trade exhibitions and conferences for the power and energy industry in the West Asia Region. The event this year is projected to feature over 1900 Exhibitors from over 150 countries, with an estimated 35,000 plus attendees. The India Pavilion at Middle East Energy 2026 features 45 exhibitions by companies from across the country and was inaugurated b...

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...

June 10, 2026 1:15 PM

Infrastructure push: How India’s transport, housing, energy and digital networks expanded over 12 years

India's infrastructure network has expanded at an unprecedented pace over the past decade, with major investments in roads, railways, airports, housing, water supply, energy and digital connectivity. The push has transformed how people travel, access essential services and participate in economic activity, while also strengthening logistics, manufacturing and regional connectivity across the country. Transport network expands across rail, road and air Railways have undergone significant transf...

May 12, 2026 7:51 PM

India’s clean energy transition now central to economic resilience: Pralhad Joshi

India’s clean energy transition is now central to the country’s industrial competitiveness, trade positioning and long-term economic resilience, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said on Tuesday. Addressing the annual summit of Confederation of Indian Industry in New Delhi, the minister said India’s push towards achieving 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030 is laying the foundation for a globally competitive and self-reliant energy ecosystem. Joshi said the...

April 29, 2026 4:13 PM

India emerging as global leader in climate action: Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday highlighted India’s growing stature as a global leader in climate action, renewable energy expansion, and international economic engagement, asserting that the country is among the top performers in meeting its climate commitments. Delivering the keynote address at a dialogue on “Advancing Resilience with Climate Change” in New Delhi, Goyal said India has consistently ranked among the top countries in the G20 in achieving its ...

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...