Market News
Stay updated with the latest market trends, earnings, and economic indicators.
850 acres of vacant defence land in Uttar Pradesh to host 250 MW solar power plant
A significant solar power project is set to be established in Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved a 250 MW solar power plant on defence land. This initiative marks a major step in renewable energy adoption. The project will also feature a Battery Energy Storage System.

Rajnath Singh clears 250 MW solar-BESS project on defence land; NTPC to execute
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved a 250 MW solar power project with battery storage on vacant defence land in Uttar Pradesh, marking the Ministry of Defence's first large-scale renewable energy initiative of its kind.
Solar module cos flag cell shortage; makers say demand can be met this year
Solar module makers face challenges with local cell sourcing rules. They report a significant gap between module manufacturing capacity and domestic cell availability. While module capacity stands at 225 GW, domestic cell capacity is only around 30 GW. Cell manufacturers counter that current demand is met and future capacity will suffice.
Gujarat Inject Kerala hits the roof after securing Rs 1-cr solar module order
Gujarat Inject Kerala hit an upper circuit of 5% to Rs 119.90 after the company announced that it had received a purchase order worth approximately Rs 1.07 crore from Ottire Lifestyle.

Waaree Renewable bags LoA for 300 MW ground-mounted solar EPC order
Waaree Renewable Technologies has received a Letter of Award for a 300 MW/450 MWp ground-mounted solar EPC project, further strengthening its order book amid growing momentum in India's renewable energy sector.
Waaree Renewable Tech secures EPC contract for 300 MW solar project
Waaree Renewable Technologies announced that it has received a Letter of Award (LoA) from Sunsational Power Private Limited (SPPL) for the execution of an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract.
Samvardhana Motherson commissions its maiden captive solar project in Uttar Pradesh
Samvardhana Motherson International, through its energy business company, Motherson New Energy (MNEL), has commissioned its first ground-mounted captive solar power project in Uttar Pradesh via its subsidiary Onega Solar. Located in Mahoba, the 15 MWp solar facility will supply clean, renewable energy to multiple Motherson manufacturing plants across the state, marking a significant milestone in the Groups clean energy transition strategy.
ICICI Securities bullish on defence sector; bets on HAL, Solar, ASTM, BEL
The geopolitical backdrop, analysts believe, continues to provide a structural tailwind, as the conflict in the Middle East has reinforced defence budget urgency across GCCs

Total Solar Eclipse 2026: Date, How To Watch And Will It Visible In India?
A total solar eclipse takes place when the Moon moves directly between the Earth and the Sun, entirely obscuring the Sun's light to Earth.

NTPC May Revive Small Coal Plants To Aid Solar
NTPC's entire thermal fleet is already operating at a technical minimum load of 55%
NTPC eyes low-load thermal units
State-owned NTPC Ltd is seeking expressions of interest for developing thermal power units capable of operating at significantly lower loads, down to 25%. This move aims to enhance grid flexibility and support the integration of a growing share of variable renewable energy sources like solar and wind power.

ACME Solar Shares Jump After Raising Rs 2800 crore through QIP; Seen 65% Surge In Six Months
Key investors who have participated in the QIP included Nippon India Mutual Fund, HDFC Mutual Fund, SBI Mutual Fund, ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund, Kotak Mutual Fund, and SBI Life Insurance, among others.