Total Rooftop Solar Exceeds 10 GW, Gujarat Takes the Lead

Pune Central Railway invites solar power project bids for Maharashtra

The Pune Division of Central Railway has called for bids to enlist agencies for implementing grid-connected rooftop solar power projects in Maharashtra on a state-wise basis. The projects will operate through public-private partnerships and follow a design, build, finance, operate, and transfer model. The projects will fall under two capacity ranges: (i) above 10 kW and up to 100 kW, and (ii) above 100 kW and up to 500 kW. Bidders have the option to quote for either or both capacities. The projects are expected to be operational within 240 days from receiving the work order, with developers re..

MNRE Unveils New Guidelines for PM Surya Ghar Solar Program

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has unveiled fresh guidelines for vendor registration under the recently approved PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana rooftop solar program, marking a significant stride in India's renewable energy journey.

With an ambitious outlay of ?750 billion (~$9.04 billion), the PM Surya Ghar program endeavors to escalate residential rooftop solar capacity, thereby empowering households to generate their electricity autonomously until the financial year 2026-27.

According to the new guidelines, vendors keen on installing rooftop solar projects u..

M Surya Ghar: Ministry issues vendor registration rules

Under the $9.04 billion invested PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana rooftop solar programme, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has announced new guidelines for vendor registration. The scheme aims to increase residential rooftop solar capacity and empower households to generate their own electricity until the financial year 2026?27. The rules state that vendors must register on the National Portal to be eligible to install rooftop solar projects under the program. Previously registered under the Grid-Connected Rooftop System (GCRT) Phase II, vendors will automatically be consider..

Jindal Steel & Power's Q4 Profit After Tax Doubles to Rs 9.33 Bn

Jindal Steel & Power Limited (JSPL) has reported a remarkable achievement in its financial performance for the fourth quarter, with its profit after tax (PAT) doubling to Rs 9.33 billion. This significant growth underscores the company's robust operational performance and strategic initiatives, reflecting its resilience and adaptability in the competitive steel and power sectors.

The doubled PAT for the fourth quarter is a testament to JSPL's effective management strategies and operational efficiency. It signifies the successful execution of the company's growth plans and its ability t..

Impending Solar Storm Threatens Earth

The global scientific community is abuzz with the news of an impending severe geomagnetic storm predicted to hit Earth late Friday night, on May 10. A series of solar flares and coronal mass ejections (CMEs) that began on May 8 are expected to trigger northern auroras and possibly disrupt satellite communications, electric power grid, and even trigger GPS problems.

Astronomers around the world pointed their telescopes at the sun on Friday, marveling at the abnormally large sunspots ever seen on the surface of the local star. The unusual solar activity gave rise to many theories and spe..