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During the summer monsoon, northwestern and southern India saw 5% to 10% above-average solar irradiance, boosting PV generation and enabling electricity exports to flood-hit Nepal, offsetting drops in eastern regions.

TATA.ev has extended its Battery-as-a-Service offering across its entire electric vehicle portfolio, lowering upfront costs and offering flexible financing options through separate loan accounts for vehicles and batteries.

Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde champions ethanol production to achieve India's energy independence, boost the rural economy, and reduce carbon emissions, targeting 100% flex-fuel engines with central subsidies.

The Power Ministry directed coal-based captive plants to maximize generation to bridge a 7,717 MW energy shortage during non-solar hours, while successfully meeting daytime demand of over 267 GW.

Indian Railway Finance Corporation signed a ₹4,200 crore loan pact with Damodar Valley Corporation to finance renewable energy projects in Jharkhand and West Bengal, supporting India's sustainable energy transition.

TATA.ev has expanded its Battery-as-a-Service financing model across six electric models, significantly lowering upfront purchase costs by separating battery expenses, with prices starting from Rs 4.69 lakh for the Tiago.ev.

Uttar Pradesh's EV Subsidy Portal facilitates direct-benefit transfers for electric vehicle purchases under the 2022 policy, with over Rs 210 crore disbursed by July 2026 to encourage green mobility adoption.

India faces a nationwide power shortage in September, with peak demand hitting 269 GW. The crisis is driven by coal supply gaps and low monsoon water, threatening the upcoming festive season.

Sri Lanka's opposition accuses the government of undermining the solar power sector through policy changes and tariff cuts, threatening investments while allegedly favoring fuel and thermal power generation.

Tata Motors has expanded its Battery-as-a-Service scheme across its entire six-model electric vehicle range, reducing upfront prices by Rs 2.30 lakh to Rs 7.30 lakh depending on the model.