Supreme Court Maintains Status Quo on Karnataka HC Ethanol Allocation Order Amid 20% Petrol Blending Policy Dispute

The Supreme Court directed maintenance of status quo on the Karnataka High Court order enhancing ethanol allocation for ESY 2025–26. The Court was hearing an oil marketing company’s plea claiming that the direction could affect the national policy targeting 20% ethanol blending in petrol.

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas Advises SolarSquare on USD 53 Million Series C Funding Led by B Capital

Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. advised SolarSquare Energy Private Limited on its USD 53 million (around INR 508 crore) Series C funding round. Led by B Capital, the investment also saw participation from Lightspeed, Lowercarbon Capital, Good Capital, Zerodha, and Better Capital.

IREDA’s Rs.200 Crore Deal: CMS IndusLaw Advises on Uttar Pradesh Solar Power Project Sanction

IREDA has sanctioned a Rs.200 crore term loan to a major renewable developer for a 65.7 MW solar photovoltaic project across 11 locations in Uttar Pradesh. The deal advised by CMS IndusLaw aims to boost clean energy capacity.

Supreme Court Slams Gujarat Power Body: ‘Can’t Act Like Private Entity’, Rejects GUVNL Pleas on Wind Energy Tariff

Supreme Court dismissed GUVNL’s appeal, ruling it must follow public policy, not just profits. SC upheld GERC and APTEL’s orders on fair wind energy tariffs.

Reliance Power: Stock Price Rises Upto 3% After Delhi High Court Stays SECI’s Debarment Notice Against Anil Ambani-Led Company

SECI banned Reliance Power and Reliance NU BESS from its tenders for three years due to alleged submission of fake documents in a June 1,000 MW/2000 MWh BESS project tender. The Delhi High Court granted a stay on the ban, allowing Reliance Power to challenge the decision, while SECI faces scrutiny over its processes.

[Climate Change] Marginalised Communities Also Needs Protection from Supreme Court

While the recent verdicts from the Supreme Court represents a significant advancement toward climate justice, it’s imperative that its execution places emphasis on safeguarding the rights and fortitude of marginalized communities.