ReNew Power, a frontrunner in India's green energy sector, is set to invest Rs 22,000 crore to establish the nation's largest renewable energy complex in Andhra Pradesh. This ambitious project will feature a 1,800 MW solar plant, a 1,000 MW wind facility, and a 2 GWh battery energy storage system (BESS) in two phases. The development is significant not only for its scale but also for marking ReNew's return to the state after a five-year hiatus, following a tumultuous period during which the state government renegotiated power purchase agreements (PPAs).

Hindustan Zinc Ltd (HZL), a subsidiary of Vedanta, is making strategic moves to diversify its operations, with plans to launch a fertilizer manufacturing plant in Rajasthan by the next financial year. The company aims to enhance its value-added products portfolio and capitalize on the growing demand for critical minerals for future technologies. With a record-breaking Q4 profit in FY 2025 and a focus on expanding into multi-metal production, HZL is positioning itself for continued growth, while aligning with India’s vision of securing critical mineral resources for a sustainable future.

The Indian government has abruptly terminated the services of Rameshwar Prasad Gupta as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Solar Energy Corporation of India Ltd (SECI), effective May 10. Gupta, who had been appointed to a two-year term just a year ago, was dismissed without any official explanation from the government. This sudden move raises questions regarding the leadership stability at SECI, a key player in India’s renewable energy sector. Gupta’s departure leaves a significant void in the corporation, which plays a crucial role in the country’s solar energy expansion.

Hinduja Global Solutions (HGS), a leader in technology solutions, consulting, and business process management, has unveiled plans to establish an AI-driven digital customer experience and analytics center in Waterloo, Ontario. The new facility, slated to open on May 15, 2025, will create up to 150 jobs and focus on innovation in automation, data analytics, and AI. The expansion underscores HGS's commitment to digital transformation and enhancing customer satisfaction, with a focus on providing cutting-edge, cloud-based solutions for global brands.

JustDeliveries, a cold-chain mid-mile logistics startup, has successfully raised Rs. 5.5 crore in its latest funding round, co-led by VC Grid and NABVentures. This new capital injection brings the company's total funding to Rs. 15.9 crore (approximately USD 2 million). The funds will primarily be directed toward bolstering its technology infrastructure and expanding operations into three new cities, including Lucknow and Chennai, by FY26.

Jindal India Renewable Energy (JIRE), the clean energy arm of the BC Jindal Group, has won a 300-megawatt solar-plus-storage project in a landmark auction led by state-owned SJVN Ltd. The project is part of a broader 1,200 MW tender focused on strengthening India’s renewable backbone through advanced battery storage. Awarded at a fixed tariff of Rs. 3.32 per kilowatt-hour, this initiative enhances JIRE’s standing in India’s rapidly evolving energy landscape. With an ambitious target of achieving 5 GW of capacity and a Rs.

Zopper, a leading B2B insurtech firm, is laying the groundwork for long-term public market entry by intensifying its focus on scalable growth, technological advancement, and ecosystem partnerships. With a recent infusion of USD 25 million in Series D funding, the company is prioritizing reinvestment over immediate profitability, a common hallmark of high-growth tech ventures. Operating across 1,200 cities and collaborating with 40 insurance providers, Zopper’s strategy combines organic scaling with openness to strategic acquisitions.

Vikram Solar, one of India’s foremost solar module manufacturers, has landed a significant order from Gujarat Industries Power Company Limited (GIPCL) to supply 326.625 MW of high-efficiency solar modules for the ambitious Khavda Renewable Energy Park. Scheduled for delivery in FY26, the contract marks a substantial step forward in Vikram Solar’s domestic expansion and lifts its cumulative contribution to renewable capacity to approximately 577 MW.

Reliance Power Ltd. has taken a commanding stride in India's renewable energy space through its subsidiary Reliance NU Energies, securing a landmark 350 MW solar power project integrated with a 175 MW/700 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) from SJVN Ltd. The development positions the company as India's largest player in the integrated Solar + BESS segment, with a clean energy pipeline of 2.5 GWp solar capacity and 2.5 GWh storage.

The recent detention of Sharmishta Panoli, a 22-year-old law student and social media influencer, has ignited a fierce debate over the limits of free speech and communal harmony in India. Arrested by Kolkata Police for inflammatory online posts amid a politically sensitive backdrop, her case has drawn international attention, including condemnation from Dutch politician Geert Wilders.