Cabinet approves setting up of institute for solar research
Central government today approved setting up of an autonomous institute to carry out research and development in the field of solar energy.
economictimes.indiatimes.comI don’t have live tool access right now to fetch the very latest articles, but here’s a concise summary of the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) and where to find current updates.
Core identity
- NISE is an autonomous institute under India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). It was established by converting the Solar Energy Centre (SEC) in Gurgaon into a national institute aimed at R&D and technology development in solar energy.[2][8]
Historical context
- The creation of NISE was approved by the Union Cabinet in 2013, with a plan to evolve SEC Gurgaon into a world-class national center for solar energy research, development, and related activities. This established intent to coordinate national solar R&D and to align with the National Solar Mission goals.[1][4][2]
Recent directions and activities (where to check)
- Official NISE website and MNRE press releases are primary sources for current programs, partnerships, and recruitment; the institute’s site describes its autonomy, mission, and linkage to MNRE’s National Solar Mission.[8][9]
- News outlets in 2025–2026 have covered topics like solar panel recycling collaborations and R&D initiatives linked to solar energy, with NISE appearing in discussions about industry partnerships and regulatory standards (these can be found via major business and energy outlets).[3][7]
- For the latest developments, search terms to use: “National Institute of Solar Energy latest news,” “NISE India 2026 updates,” and check major Indian business and energy portals (Economic Times Energy, ET EnergyWorld, Business Standard) plus the official NISE site.[5][6][7][1][2][8]
Illustrative example of a notable initiative
- In 2013, the government outlined plans to convert SEC Gurgaon into NISE and to form a governance committee to roadmap the institute’s future, signaling a centralized hub for solar-energy R&D and commercialization efforts in India.[4][1][2]
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Citations:
- NISE as MNRE autonomous institute and its origin from SEC Gurgaon.[2][8]
- 2013 cabinet approval and roadmap formation.[1][4][2]
- Mention of NISE in contemporary energy news and portals.[6][7][3][5]