India is transforming its energy landscape to deliver reliable, affordable, and cleaner electricity to every household and enterprise. With electricity availability in rural areas rising from 12.5 hours in 2014 to 22.6 hours today, and urban supply improving to 23.4 hours, the country is ensuring that growth is supported by…
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PM Surya Ghar: 30 Lakh Homes Go Solar
India’s clean energy transformation received a significant push as 30 lakh households adopted rooftop solar power under the PM Surya Ghar scheme. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi described the achievement as a “commendable milestone” in the country’s journey toward energy security and sustainability. The Prime Minister congratulated beneficiaries across the…
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India Crosses 50% Non-Fossil Power Capacity, Speeds to Net Zero
New Delhi: India has achieved a historic milestone in its energy transition journey, with more than half of its total installed electricity capacity now coming from non-fossil fuel sources, underscoring the country’s firm commitment to climate action and sustainable development. As of December 31, 2025, India’s total installed power generation…
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SECI Earns ‘Excellent’ MoU Rating for FY 2024–25
The Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI) has earned an “Excellent” rating for its performance under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) for the financial year 2024–25. The top-tier rating underscores SECI’s strong institutional performance, sound governance practices, and effective…
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India Achieves Record 266 GW Clean Energy Capacity in 2025
India achieved a record-breaking milestone in its clean energy journey in 2025, with the country’s non-fossil fuel installed capacity reaching 266.78 GW. This represents a remarkable 22.6% growth over 2024 levels, according to Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Shri Pralhad Joshi. During the year, India added 49.12 GW…
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Indian Railways Powers Toward Full Electrification
Indian Railways is on the brink of a historic milestone under its Mission 100% Electrification, having electrified nearly its entire rail network. As of November 2025, about 99.2% of the country’s Broad Gauge routes have been electrified, positioning India among the world’s most advanced railway systems in terms of electric…
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India’s Solar Boom Faces a Growing Solar Waste Challenge
India’s rapid rise as a global solar power leader is often celebrated as a major climate success. With abundant sunlight and strong policy support, solar energy has spread from massive desert parks to rooftops in cities, towns and villages. However, experts warn that behind this clean energy transition lies a…
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India’s Power Mix: 51% Non-Fossil, 5.05 Lakh MW
As of October 31, 2025, India’s total installed power generation capacity has reached 5,05,023 MW, with non-fossil fuel sources accounting for 51.37%, surpassing fossil fuel sources for the first time. Renewable energy now constitutes 2,50,643 MW of the total capacity, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s clean energy transition….