Kosol Energie signs INR 52,000 crore MOU for solar manufacturing expansion, R&D and RE parks in Gujarat
Kosol Energie, led by chairman & managing director, Kalpesh Kalathia, has committed an investment of INR 52,000 crore for solar manufacturing expansion and setting up R&D facilities and integrated renewable energy parks in the Indian state of Gujarat.
ENGIE launches startup program for innovation in renewable energy solutions in India
ENGIE has launched a program to collaborate with enterprise-ready startups in addressing operational and technological challenges across India’s renewable energy sector.
Kerala launches 500 MWh battery storage tender
NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Ltd (NVVN), appointed as the authorised representative by Kerala State Electricity Board Ltd (KSEBL), has invited bids for the development of 500 MWh (250 MW x 2 hours) of standalone battery energy storage systems (BESS) in Kerala for on-demand usage by KSEBL.
Advait Greenergy commits INR 1,400 crore for electrolyser, fuel cell, ERS, and EPC projects in Gujarat
Advait Greenergy has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Gujarat to invest INR 1,400 crore across electrolyser and fuel cell manufacturing, emergency restoration system (ERS), and engineering, procurement & construction (EPC) projects.
Reliance NU secures largest slice in SJVN’s 6 GWh peak power tender
SJVN’s tender for an assured peak supply of 6 GWh (1.5 GW x 4 hours) from 1.5 GW of renewable energy projects backed by energy storage systems has discovered a tariff of INR 6.74/kWh. Reliance NU Energies secured the largest share.
Waaree Renewable Technologies achieves highest-ever quarterly revenue in Q2 FY26
Waaree Renewable Technologies, the solar EPC arm of the Waaree Group, has reported its highest-ever quarterly revenue of INR 774.78 crore in the quarter ended Sep. 30, 2025 (Q2 FY 2026). Q2 net profit rose 117.40% YoY to INR 116.34 crore.
Toshiba to deploy AI-driven monitoring system at 165 power plants in India
Toshiba JSW Power Systems has secured a contract with NTPC Ltd—India’s state-owned power generation company—to provide a centralized monitoring system for 165 thermal and renewable energy power plants.
AMPIN Energy commissions first phase of its 75 MWp C&I solar plant in Haryana
AMPIN Energy Transition has commissioned the first phase (30 MWp) of its 75 MWp commercial and industrial solar plant in Sirsa district of Haryana—marking the company’s first solar open access project in the state.
ENGIE secures 100 MW solar PPA with SECI
ENGIE has signed a power purchase agreement (PPA) with the Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) for a 100 MW solar PV project in Barmer, Rajasthan. Located in one of India’s highest solar irradiance zones, the Barmer project is set for commissioning in 2027.
EV battery safety risks and manufacturing challenges
As most imported battery cells are not designed for India’s conditions, localization of battery design and strict adherence to AIS-156 and BIS safety standards is absolutely critical.
