STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY Vikram Solar Signs 1 GW Domestic Cell Supply Pact With Avaada Electro

Vikram Solar, an Indian solar module manufacturer, has entered into a domestic cell supply agreement with Avaada Electro, strengthening its position in India’s fast-expanding Domestic Content Requirement (DCR) segment. Under the agreement, Avaada Electro will supply 1 GW of ALMM-compliant, domestically manufactured half-cut N-Type G12R TOPCon solar cells for Vikram Solar’s module manufacturing operations. Deliveries […]

CW Bureau · Sep 15, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY BITS Pilani To Set Up CoE With $1-Mn Anurag Jain Funding

Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (BITS Pilani) is setting up a new Centre of Excellence in advanced materials at its Goa campus, backed by a $1 million seed funding gift from alumnus and entrepreneur Anurag Jain. The AMRIT – Anurag Jain Materials Research and Innovation Centre of Excellence is being positioned as a […]

CW Bureau · Sep 10, 2026

INFRASTRUCTURE Suzlon Wins Maiden 200 MW Wind Order From Ayana Renewable Power

Suzlon Energy has secured its maiden 200 MW wind energy order from Ayana Renewable Power, marking another significant win for the renewable energy company and taking its flagship S144 wind turbine platform past the 10 GW cumulative sales milestone. The project, Ayana Renewable Power’s maiden wind project in Madhya Pradesh, will be executed at Limbawas […]

CW Bureau · Sep 8, 2026

INFRASTRUCTURE ADB Signs First India TAS Deal For Madhya Pradesh Renewable Projects

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has signed its first transaction advisory services (TAS) agreement in India with the Government of Madhya Pradesh to support the development of three renewable energy projects, an initiative that could attract up to $1 billion in private investment into the state’s clean energy infrastructure. ADB Country Director for India Mio […]

CW Bureau · Sep 8, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY HCLTech Slashes Emissions 55.84%, Beats 2030 Target Four Years Early

HCLTech has made significant progress on its sustainability targets in FY26, achieving a 55.84% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from its FY20 baseline, surpassing its target of a 50% reduction by 2030 four years ahead of schedule. The technology company has also reduced its overall emissions footprint across Scope 1, 2 and 3 […]

CW Bureau · Aug 27, 2026

INFRASTRUCTURE VA Tech Wabag Signs Mega Order For Doha SWRO Desalination Plant

VA Tech Wabag Ltd, a multinational water technology company, has signed a mega contract valued at over ₹1,000 crore for the Doha SWRO Desalination Plant with Recarbonation System – Stage II in Kuwait, marking its entry into the country and strengthening its presence across the GCC region. The order was awarded in June 2026 by […]

CW Bureau · Aug 25, 2026

INFRASTRUCTURE L&T Entity Wins Mega Order In West Asia To Develop Three BESS Projects

Larsen & Toubro’s (L&T) renewables business has secured a major order from a prominent client in West Asia to develop three Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects, strengthening its presence in the rapidly expanding energy storage market in the West Asia. L&T classifies major orders as those valued between ₹5,000 crore and ₹10,000 crore. The […]

CW Bureau · Aug 25, 2026

ECONOMY Piyush Goyal To Lead 200-Member Delegation To Japan To Deepen Trade

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will lead India’s largest-ever business delegation to Japan during his four-day visit from August 24 to 27, 2026, as New Delhi seeks to deepen trade and investment ties with one of its key strategic and economic partners. The delegation will comprise more than 200 business representatives from sectors […]

CW Bureau · Aug 23, 2026

INFRASTRUCTURE NTPC Simhadri’s Iron-Air Battery Plan Set For Long-Duration Storage Push

A pilot project is being planned at NTPC Simhadri Thermal Power Station to evaluate an indigenous Iron-Air Battery technology for Long-Duration Energy Storage (LDES), as India looks to strengthen its energy storage capabilities to support the growing renewable energy ecosystem. The project will be implemented by Atal Incubation Centre – Anna University (AIC-AU) at NTPC […]

CW Bureau · Aug 17, 2026

INFRASTRUCTURE Suzlon Sees Integrated Energy Ecosystems Driving Future Growth

Suzlon Group is positioning integrated renewable energy solutions as the next phase of the energy transition, with wind, solar, storage and digital technologies working together to deliver reliable clean power. The company sees rising energy demand and geopolitical uncertainties strengthening the case for resilient, locally sourced renewable energy systems. Suzlon targets integrated ecosystem “The future […]

CW Bureau · Aug 15, 2026

MANUFACTURING Hinduja Group Commits ₹2,500 Cr Investment In TN Across Businesses

The Hinduja Group has announced plans to invest ₹2,500 crore in Tamil Nadu across renewable energy, electric mobility, automotive, financial services, energy, battery charging infrastructure and digital mobility solutions, reinforcing its commitment to the state’s clean energy and mobility transition. The group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tamil Nadu government for the […]

CW Bureau · Aug 13, 2026

ECONOMY India Hits 300 GW Non-Fossil Power Capacity, Over 60% Of 2030 Target

India has crossed a landmark 300 GW of installed non-fossil fuel-based electricity generation capacity, marking a major step towards its clean energy and climate goals. According to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, India’s total non-fossil fuel capacity stood at 300.50 GW as of July 31, 2026, taking the country beyond 60% of its […]

CW Bureau · Aug 9, 2026