Independence Day Energy Push (India): PM Narendra Modi used his Red Fort address to stress “dream big” development, tying it to energy security and a faster clean-energy buildout—highlighting nuclear (aiming for 100 GW by 2047), solar, rail electrification, hydrogen, and offshore exploration. Offshore Exploration Shift: Modi said India has flipped nearly 99% of coastal waters from “no-go” to “go-ahead” under the Samudra Manthan plan, backed by ₹84,084 crore for Phase I through FY2030-31. Grid-Connected Solar Subsidies (Goa): Goa launched a scheme offering up to 50% subsidy for grid-connected rooftop solar, with support capped by system size and tied to MNRE benchmark costs. Renewables Under Pressure (Ireland): Irish households face renewed electricity price hikes as Middle East-linked gas costs jump; the report points to solar as a potential hedge, but upfront affordability remains a barrier. Hydropower Safety Alert (India): A tunnel collapse at the Vishnugad-Pipalkoti hydropower project in Uttarakhand killed at least seven workers, with several still missing. Renewables + Reliability (Curaçao): Aqualectra warned of possible Saturday night power interruptions as wind output is expected to drop while demand stays high. US Wind/Solar Legal Setback: A federal judge upheld Knox County’s ban on new commercial wind and solar projects in Nebraska, dealing a blow to developers. AI Data Centers Grid Lag (India): India’s power ministry says about 9.3 GW of projected AI data center demand still hasn’t entered formal grid-connection processing.