Finance Ministry Permits AP to Borrow Additional Rs 1515 Cr for Power Sector Reforms Updated On Fri, Feb 5th, 2021 by Saurenergy The Finance Ministry has allowed Andhra Pradesh to borrow an additional Rs 1515 crore for undertaking power sector reforms. The Finance Ministry has allowed Andhra Pradesh to borrow an additional Rs 1515 crore for undertaking power sector reforms. As part of the reforms, the state has started the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme of electricity subsidy to farmers with effect from September 2020. Thus, it […] Read more
Govt Spends Rs 175 Cr for Purchase of Heavy Electric Vehicles Updated On Wed, Nov 20th, 2019 by Saurenergy The Government of India has spent Rs 175 crore for the purchase of electric buses under the second phase of Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of (Hybrid &) Electric Vehicles in India (FAME India) Scheme. The Ministry of Heavy Industries & Public Enterprises said in a notification that, the expenditure on purchase of these electric buses […] Read more
Project Monitoring Committee at Ministry Could Fast-Track Project Implementation: Ved Mani Tiwari Updated On Thu, Oct 24th, 2019 by Saurenergy The government has introduced an online system for seeking forest clearance that has been very beneficial in securing this critical clearance. To streamline state level clearances for transmission projects, the appointment of a nodal officer at the state level could be very helpful. Similarly, having a Project Monitoring Committee at Power Ministry level for a […] Read more
Tata Motors emerges lowest bidder for electric buses in CESL tender Updated On Thu, Apr 28th, 2022 by Saurenergy Tata Motors has emerged as the lowest bidder in the mega tender for 5,450 electric buses floated by Convergence Energy Services Ltd (CESL) under the remodelled FAME II scheme, the government said on Tuesday. Discovered prices of the Grand Challenge tender are between 15 per cent and 48 per cent lower than the price discovered […] Read more
Bridge & Roof Invites Bids For 100 MW Solar Project In Rajasthan Updated On Thu, Mar 27th, 2025 by Saurenergy Bridge and Roof, a conglomerate that provides EPC services through various modes of contract has recently issued a tender inviting bids to develop a 100 MW (AC) solar project. This project belongs to SJVN Green Energy at Nawa, Didwana Kuchaman, in Rajasthan. The developer of this project is expected to undertake EPC activities, including three […] Read more
IIT Madras Unveils EV Labs To Advance Battery & Charging Tech Updated On Tue, Mar 25th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Indian Institute of Technology, Madras (IIT Madras) has launched ‘Zero e-mission,’ a comprehensive set of e-mobility initiatives spanning various domains, including Education, Skilling, Research, Policy, Outreach, and Safety. Led by the Department of Engineering Design at IIT Madras, these initiatives aim to foster strong industry collaborations to accelerate India’s EV transition. The initiatives launched […] Read more
MHI Invites Bids For 100 MW SJVN Solar Project Survey, Planning in Rajasthan Updated On Mon, Mar 10th, 2025 by Saurenergy The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has issued a tender to engage an agency to undertake a topographical survey, soil investigation, preparation and submission of detailed progress reports, and initial layout submissions for the EPC package. This tender invites to develop a 100 MW solar project at Nawa, Rajasthan, for SJVNL Green Energy Limited. It’s […] Read more
Ethiopia Leapfrogs Ahead With Africa’s First EV Directive Updated On Fri, Jan 31st, 2025 by Saurenergy Ethiopia has approved Africa’s first EV Charging Directive, paving the way for infrastructure expansion, enforcing licensing, and setting electrification goals. Ethiopia’s latest electric vehicle (EV) charging directive aims to establish EV charging stations every 50 km. The country also plans to replace 30% of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles within a decade. The plan is […] Read more
Govt Brings Draft Rule To Lower Tariffs For EV Users Updated On Wed, Jan 8th, 2025 by Saurenergy The latest draft rule made by the Ministry of Heavy Industry (MHI) has proposed new benefits under the PM-Drive scheme. The PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) Scheme aims to boost electric mobility in the country with a special focus on electric buses and other electric vehicle segments. Currently, the EV […] Read more
