Energy

Adani Green Energy makes history as first Indian Company to cross 10,000 MW in Renewable Energy output

Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL), India’s leading renewable energy firm and a global player in the sector, has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 10,000 megawatts (MW).

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NB Explains| Adani Group to build World's Largest Green Energy Park in Gujarat's Kutch; Know why this Desert was chosen

This Adani Group project is expected to add to India"s green energy capacity, besides helping in reaching its climate action pledges it made at COP

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Indian Army plans to make Assam's Narengi Military Station completely renewable

In a move to mitigate climate change, Indian Army has planned to make Narengi Military Station in Assam's capital city Guwahati a completely renewable-based military station. For this initiative, the Indian army has installed a green solar energy plant with a capacity of 1 MW (Mega Watt) at the military station to benefit the troops of the Indian army.

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INS Chennai: Anti-submarine rockets developed by 2 Pune labs successfully tested

The Extended Range Anti Submarine Rocket (ER-ASR) designed by two Pune-based facilities of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) was successfully test-fired for the first time from Navy’s INS Chennai

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PM Modi sets example again by wearing jacket made from recycled plastic bottles while talking about 'sustainability'

PM Modi came to parliament wearing a jacket made from recycled plastic bottles giving a message about sustainability. He chose to wear a sky-blue bandhgala jacket when he came to Rajya Sabha.

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G 20 countries agrees jointly on joint efforts to achieve energy efficiency, security

The suggestions and recommendations put across at the sessions will lay foundation for the upcoming Working Group Meetings and Government will work on these, he said.

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Gujarat R-Day tableau on theme 'Clean & Green Energy' achieves first ranking in People's Choice Awards

The state tableau of Gujarat on the theme of clean and green energy in this year's Republic Day Parade has achieved the first ranking in the category of People's Choice Awards. Gujarat presented a tableau on the theme of "Clean-Green Energy Efficient Gujarat".

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After UPI, can the Digital rupee and rupee settlement for International trade be the Game changer?

35 countries are keen to start settling their trades in Rupee - which simply means that in times to come, demand for INR will remain consistent, thus giving strength to the currency.

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Pakistan energy crisis deepens, to close markets by 8.30 pm; stop production of bulbs, fans

Amid the severe economic crisis, Pakistan announced a series of measures, including closing all malls and markets by 8:30pm, in an attempt to conserve energy.

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External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar to visit Cyprus & Austria from Dec 29 to Jan 3

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar will visit Cyprus and Austria from Dec 29 to Jan 3. During his visit, Jaishankar will address the business and investment community of Cyprus and hold meetings with leaders from both nations.

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Nuclear Energy- Neglected Green Source of Energy #1

In recent articles, we have read about climate change and also discussions around it. The COP27 also revolved around the topic of loss and damage happening because of climate change.

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India’s BrahMos missile misfire into Pakistan not of specific concern: Nuclear watchdog chief

"India’s BrahMos missile misfire into Pakistan was never an issue of any specific concern for us," Rafael Mariano Grossi, the director general of the International Atomic Energy Agency said.

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#SecurityScan 15: Indian Army's 76th Infantry Day, India's Energy Security, NCR's environmental security and more

This article is a summary of important events that have taken place in last one week affecting, India's national security. Indian Army Infantry Day is celebrated on October 27 every year to pay homage to the soldiers who fought for the country and laid down their lives in the line of duty.

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Indian Army invites domestic defence firms to offer critical defence equipment

With an aim to enhance the procurement of indigenous weapons, the Indian Army has issued multiple tenders to buy guns, missiles, drones and many other systems from domestic defence industry for meeting critical requirements under emergency procurement procedures.

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US ratifies International Solar Alliance Agreement

The instrument of Acceptance was handed over by the US embassy in India Charge D'Affaires Patricia Lacina during her meeting eith AS(ER) Prabhat Kumar and JS (ED) Noor Rahman Sheikh.

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Hungary to purchase additional 700 million cubic meters of gas from Russia in Summer

Hungary plans to purchase an additional 700 million cubic meters of gas from Russia during the summer, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Friday. Orban said in a statement, "We are negotiating with the Russians to buy an additional 700 million cubic meters of gas."

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China led Sri Lankan crisis forces Colombo run to Moscow for fuel supply

Sri Lanka's Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera on Saturday (Jul 16) said that his govt is in discussion with Russia for the purchase of fuel amid the raging energy crisis in the country. Wijesekara introduced a fuel rationing scheme titled the "National Fuel Pass" scheme.

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While crisis further worsens, Sri Lanka govt grants companies of fuel imports

According to Sri Lanka Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera, the companies will be selected upon their ability to import fuel and operate without Forex requirements from the CBSL and banks for the first few months of operations.

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Ahead of payment to China, Pakistan asked to renegotiate CPEC deal

These plants had been set up under the CPEC framework agreement. The IMF's demand came after China's refusal in the past to renegotiating the terms of agreements with the independent power producers.

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Lanka Crisis : Sri Lanka govt declares another emergency in a month

Sri Lanka is suffering with acute food and electricity shortages, forcing the country to seek help from its neighbours. Another emergency had already been declared on Apr 1, this year.

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Centre to set up renewable energy power plant in Andaman & Nicobar Islands with Japanese aid

In order to provide stable and clean power supply to the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, the Ministry of Home Affairs has decided to set up a renewable energy-based power supply project with the help of Japan.

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After series of warnings, US now offers help to India, says ready to support India in diversifying its energy imports

"We do not think India should accelerate or increase imports of Russian energy and other commodities even as those decisions are made by individual countries," White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki told reporters at her daily news conference.

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US again tries to pressurise India, says not in India’s interest to increase Russian energy imports

White House Press secretary Jen Psaki passed this remark while responding to a question on India's importing of Russian oil. She continues, US expects every country around the world should abide by the sanctions that we announced on Russia.

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Russian Dy PM speaks with Union Petroleum Minister, invites Indian investment in gas and oil sector

As per the Russian government, they discussed current and potential joint projects in the fuel and energy industry and noted that current projects continue to be steadily implemented.

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Govt approves to set up largest nuclear power generating site at Ratnagiri with a total capacity of 9900 MW

Government has accorded ‘In-Principle’ approval of site at Jaitapur in Maharashtra for setting up 6 nuclear power reactors of 1650 MW each

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Coal and Lignite companies to install additional 5,560 MW renewable capacity by 2030

Coal and Lignite companies have planned to install 5,560 MW of renewable capacity with an investment of over Rs. 15,000 crores

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Karnataka to train 18,000 women self-help group members on Solar Energy Utilization in rural areas

MGIRED is training 18,000 rural women from Karnataka's Self-Help Groups in aspects like solid waste management

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Part 2: Next Generation Nuclear Energy Systems - A Hope for the Future

This article is the present status of Nuclear Energy Power and the opportunities available to exploit

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Part 1 - Is India keeping abreast to meet the requirements of the New Energy Economy?

As per the IEA, India share of energy demand growth will be 25% over the next two decades - world's third-biggest energy consumer by 2030.

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Central Government approves large scale battery energy storage system for 1000 MW hour project

Central Government has approved inviting expression of interest for installation of 1000 MWh BESS

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Government is committed to shift public transport on 100% green and clean energy sources: Nitin Gadkari

Nitin Gadkari said government is committed to shift public transport on 100% clean energy sources

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Another major feat! India elected as External Auditor to IAEA for 5 years

India elected as External Auditor to IAEA for 5 years

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US Envoy for Climate to visit India from September 12-14, to discuss climate crisis

Kerry will meet with Government of India counterparts and private sector leaders to discuss efforts to raise global climate ambition and speed India's clean energy transition

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Bharat Ratna Prof CNR Rao bags Eni International Award for renewable energy research

Bharat Ratna Prof CNR Rao bags Eni International Award for renewable energy research

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PM Modi, Biden launches India-US clean energy partnership to mobilise investments

PM Modi, Biden launches India-US clean energy partnership to mobilise investments

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Facebook to go 100% renewable in India, inks pact with CleanMax

Facebook to go 100% renewable in India, inks pact with CleanMax

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US Envoy Kerry lauds PM Modi, says India is already in the deployment of renewable energy

US Envoy Kerry lauds PM Modi, says India is already in the deployment of renewable energy

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Ahead of climate summit, India-US agrees to revamp strategic energy partnership

Strengthening the bilateral ties in the energy sector, Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and US Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm agreed to revamp India-US Strategic Energy Partnership during the virtual meeting.

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Energy Swaraj Yatra : Education Minister appreciates Self-reliance in Energy sector

Union Education Minister rode the Energy Swaraj Yatra Bus from his residence to his office on Mar 19. The bus is fitted with solar energy and equipped to be a complete work as well as residential unit.

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Centre launches Gram Ujala program; 1.5 crores LED bulbs to be sold at Rs 10 in rural areas

Union power and new and renewable energy minister, Raj Kumar Singh on Friday, launched the “Gram Ujala Scheme” on March 19, 2021, to provide the cheapest LED bulbs in rural areas.

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DAE plans to rope in private agencies for Nuclear Medicine says Dr.Jitendra Singh

As a part of AtmaNirbhar Bharat, the Department of Atomic Energy is planning to rope in private agencies for Nuclear Medicine Union state ministry of Atomic Energy and Space, Dr.Jitendra Singh said.

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PM Modi conferred with CERAWeek Global Energy and Environment Leadership Award

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the prestigious CERAWeek Global Energy and Environment Leadership Award and asserted that the people of India are the leaders when it comes to caring for the environment.

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Bilateral Energy agreement! Pakistan signs agreement with Qatar for Liquified Natural Gas

Pakistan has signed a ten-years agreement with Qatar over the liquefied natural gas (LNG). The new agreement was signed at a significantly lower rate than the other deals that both the countries had signed.

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PM Modi set to receive 'CERAWeek Global Energy and Environment Leadership Award'

Acknowledging his commitment to sustainability in the energy and the environment, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to receive the “CERAWeek global energy and environment leadership award” at an annual international energy conference which is scheduled in March 2021.

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India inks MoU with IEA for global energy security, sustainability

Taking a huge step forward for making global energy governance, India inked a 'Strategic Partnership Agreement' with International Energy Agency (IEA) to enhance and strengthen cooperation in global energy security, stability, and sustainability.

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Treaty on Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons implies 'Impracticality'

Treaty on Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons was entered into force on Jan 22, 2021, that was adopted on July 7, 2017. The treaty is the first legally binding international agreement that aims to eliminate nuclear weapons completely.

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India-Uzbekistan cooperation in Solar sector gets 'a final go'

The main area of work under the MoU is to identify research, demonstration and initiation of pilot projects between the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, India and the International Solar Energy Institute, Uzbekistan.

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World's largest floating solar energy project soon to be constructed on Narmada

Government of India is to construct the largest floating solar energy project in the world. The project is to be constructed at Omkareshwar Dam on the Narmada river.

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Israel India partners in the quest for future with low carbon pollution level: Netanyahu

Taking about India's vital initiative to reduce carbon pollution using solar energy, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday said Israel is India's partner in its quest for a future with low carbon and pollution levels.

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Legislation introduced to Boost US-India Clean Energy and Climate Cooperation

In a bid to boost US-India clean energy and climate cooperation, a top Democratic senator Robert Menendez, a ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, on Wednesday introduced legislation in the US Senate to establish a forum for bilateral cooperation with India on clean energy technologies and energy transmission.

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