As of mid-2026, India stands as a pivotal player in the global energy transition, having transformed from a modest renewable energy (RE) contributor a decade ago into the world's third-largest RE market. The country has achieved its 2030 non-fossil capacity target trajectory ahead of schedule while emerging as the largest driver of global energy demand growth through 2035. This article analytically examines India's current global standing, dissects progress against historica

India’s renewable energy sector delivered a transformative performance in FY 2025-26, marking one of the strongest years of capacity addition on record. As on 31 March 2026, total renewable energy installed capacity (excluding large hydro) stood at 223.27 GW, up from 172.37 GW a year earlier — a 29.5% year-on-year jump. Including large hydro and nuclear, the non-fossil base reached 283.47 GW. The year saw 55.29 GW of non-fossil addition (50.91 GW from renewables excluding lar

India took significant strides in its green hydrogen journey yesterday with two landmark agreements involving German partners, reinforcing its position as an emerging powerhouse in sustainable energy production, export, and infrastructure development. These moves align with the National Green Hydrogen Mission's goals of achieving 5 million tonnes of annual production by 2030, fostering energy security, job creation, and emissions reductions while positioning India as a key su