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World Bank Group commits $890 million to promote solar rooftop project in India
The World Bank committed USD 890 million for India's solar rooftop initiative. This funding aims to bring clean energy to millions of homes nationwide. The program will also create significant job opportunities across the renewable energy sector. India seeks to achieve net zero emissions by 2070 and increase non-fossil fuels. This support will help scale residential solar and reduce household electricity costs.
Maruti Suzuki installs 1 MWh battery storage system at Kharkhoda facility
Maruti Suzuki commissioned a one MWh Battery Energy Storage System at its Kharkhoda facility. This system stores surplus solar power generated during low-demand periods. The new BESS will help stabilize the local electricity grid effectively. This initiative aligns with India's focus on building self-reliant energy ecosystems. The company remains committed to lowering emissions despite increasing production volumes.
Maruti Suzuki commissions 1 MWh battery energy storage system at Kharkhoda plant
Maruti Suzuki commissioned a 1 MWh Battery Energy Storage System at its Kharkhoda plant. This system integrates into the plant's internal electricity distribution network as a pilot project. The battery storage will store excess solar power generated during low-demand periods. This initiative helps improve renewable energy utilization and reduce carbon emissions annually. The company remains committed to lowering emissions despite increasing production volumes.
Ethanol blending programme safe, use of E20 won't affect vehicle insurance validity: Govt
India's ethanol blending program is safe and beneficial, the government assures, dispelling fears about E20 fuel invalidating vehicle insurance. This globally accepted practice, seen in countries like Brazil, has saved India over Rs 1.4 lakh crore in foreign exchange and boosted farmers' incomes. The initiative enhances energy security, cuts emissions, and supports cleaner mobility, with the government committed to its safe and transparent implementation.
Reliance to turn crude into carbon fibre, green chemicals, other materials in major O2C overhaul
Reliance Industries is set to reinvent its oil-to-chemicals business. The company will convert crude oil into advanced materials and green chemicals. This strategy aims to create new revenue streams and reduce exposure to global energy market volatility. Reliance is committed to ensuring India's energy security by future-proofing its legacy business and building new growth engines.
Maruti Suzuki launches India's first flex-fuel car, bets on biofuels to boost energy security
Maruti Suzuki has launched India's first flex-fuel passenger car, the Wagon R. This move aims to significantly cut crude oil imports and lower carbon emissions. The technology supports farmers and rural communities, linking agriculture with clean mobility. This initiative is a key step towards India's energy security and self-reliance. The company is committed to cleaner mobility solutions.
Mukesh Ambani-led Reliance inks MoUs with Haryana Govt, to invest Rs 8,646 cr in Jhajjar township project
Reliance Industries' Model Economic Township Ltd has committed Rs 8,646 crore to its Jhajjar project. This investment, alongside industries setting up operations, will boost economic growth. The MoUs were signed as part of Haryana's Make in Haryana Industrial Policy 2026. These investments will create over 33,250 jobs across various sectors. Reliance MET City continues to facilitate this development.
SC sets aside SAT order directing RIL to disgorge ₹447 crore
The Supreme Court on Friday set aside an order directing Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) to disgorge Rs 447.27 crore in a matter relating to the trading of Reliance Petroleum Ltd (RPL) shares in 2007. The apex court partly allowed the appeal filed by RIL challenging a November 2020 order of the Securities Appellate Tribunal (SAT), Mumbai. The SAT, by a 2:1 majority order, dismissed RIL's appeal against the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI )'s March 24, 2017, order relating to the sale of RPL shares in November 2007. The top court said the SAT, in its majority verdict, committed an "egregious error" in passing the judgement insofar as the question of fraud under Regulations 3 and 4 of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Fraudulent and Unfair Trade Practices relating to Securities Market), 2003 (PFUTP) is concerned. "However, we concur with the SAT's observations in its majority judgment as regards the penalty to be levied on the appellant number 1 (R
Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu's statement triggers a cool-off in oil prices
US treasury secretary Scott Bessent said that the US is looking at easing sanctions on Iran oil to bring prices down and may also look at a unilateral release of some SPR reserves of its own, beyond the ones committed to the International Energy Agency. Trump Administration officials also said that there are no plans to ban the exports of oil and gas.
Iran sought permission for docking of 3 ships in Indian ports; approval granted: Jaishankar
India permitted three Iranian ships to dock at its ports. One vessel, IRIS LAVAN, docked in Kochi on March 4. This humane gesture was appreciated by Iran. The move comes amid rising tensions in the Indian Ocean following the sinking of an Iranian warship. India remains committed to ensuring the nation's energy security amidst global disruptions.