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Power Ministry invites feedback on draft amendments to CGP rules

The Ministry of Power has issued draft amendments to the Electricity Rules, 2005, relating to the criteria for classification of Captive Generating Plants (CGPs). Stakeholder comments have been invited by 22 October 2025. In a circular dated 23...

Power Ministry notifies new rules for energy storage systems

The Ministry of Power has notified new regulations for Energy Storage Systems (ESS) through an amendment to the Electricity Rules, 2005. The rules, published in the Official Gazette under notification G.S.R. 688(E), took effect immediately. The...

MNRE issues first revision of ALMM List-II for solar PV cells

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has released the first revision of the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) List-II for solar PV cells, along with a set of frequently asked questions (FAQs) to clarify its implementation...

MNRE clarifies operational rules for BioCNG project funding

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has released a memorandum detailing performance requirements that BioCNG projects must meet to qualify for Central Financial Assistance (CFA). The directive sets out minimum generation thresholds for...

MNRE updates ALMM list with new solar PV module entries

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued an updated Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) for solar photovoltaic (PV) modules on 19 September 2025, adding new modules and correcting earlier records. The update includes...

MNRE extends solar park scheme deadline to March 2029

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has extended the Solar Park Scheme’s timeline by three years, keeping it active until March 31, 2029. The extension covers the completion of ongoing solar parks and settlement of committed liabilities...

MNRE approves Rs 140 crore supplementary budget for National Bioenergy Programme

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has sanctioned a supplementary budget of Rs 140 crore for Phase-I of the National Bioenergy Programme (NBP), covering the period from April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2026. According to an office memorandum...

MNRE releases national policy on geothermal energy

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) on 15 September 2025 issued the National Policy on Geothermal Energy to guide exploration, development, and deployment of geothermal resources in the country. The vision is to establish geothermal...

MNRE issues draft amendment to extend ALMM to wafers from June 2028

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has released a draft amendment proposing the inclusion of solar wafers under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM). The provision is planned to take effect from June 1, 2028. According to...

CEA issues procedure for captive unit identification by SPVs for 2025-26

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has issued a circular detailing the procedure for Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) to formally identify generating units designated for captive use. The notification is mandatory for entities seeking captive...

Power Ministry launches stakeholder survey for India Energy Stack

The Ministry of Power has initiated a stakeholder mapping survey to support the development of the India Energy Stack (IES), a digital public infrastructure for the power sector.  The IES is designed to create a connected and interoperable energy...

MNRE issues clarification on wind turbine model certification update

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has issued a clarification regarding the amendment to the procedure for inclusion or updating of wind turbine models in the Revised List of Models and Manufacturers (RLMM), notified on July 31, 2025...

Power Ministry issues clarification on appraisal of hydro and pumped storage DPRs

The Ministry of Power has issued an office memorandum outlining the appraisal process for Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) of hydro and pumped storage projects that do not require concurrence from the Central Electricity Authority (CEA). The...

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