Govt Tightens Solar Inverter Rules Amid China Cyber Fears
Amid rising cybersecurity concerns linked to Chinese-origin components, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has made it mandatory for all original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) supplying inverters under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana to connect their devices directly to national servers and software platforms managed by the ministry or an authorised agency. The implementation date will be notified separately.According to the official notification, the integration of 10 million rooftop solar systems under the scheme introduces significant challenges related to grid stability and cyb..
India Sets 5 Priorities to Boost Clean Energy Goals
Emphasising the Government of India’s commitment to building a resilient and self-reliant renewable energy sector, Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Shri Pralhad Joshi, outlined five key priorities for India’s clean energy transition. These include strengthened power purchase agreements (PPAs), robust grid and storage infrastructure, domestic manufacturing, optimised land use, and improved access to finance.Speaking at the Mercom India Renewables Summit in New Delhi, the Minister highlighted that these priorities are instrumental in advancing India towards its 2030 target of 500..
Madhya Kailash Flyover Set for Completion by October
Construction of the L-shaped flyover at Madhya Kailash junction—linking Sardar Patel Road with Rajiv Gandhi Salai—is expected to be completed by the end of October, Minister for Highways E. V. Velu announced on Wednesday.During an inspection of the ongoing work, the Minister also directed officials to explore the feasibility of widening Sardar Patel Road into a six-lane thoroughfare to accommodate increasing traffic volumes, according to an official press release.The 640-metre-long flyover, being built at a cost of Rs 460 million, comprises 19 spans, of which seven have been completed. Lan..
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