August 2026 Current Affairs: India Crosses 300 GW Non-Fossil Capacity

August 2026 Current Affairs for SSC CHSL and CGL India crosses 300 GW of non-fossil power capacity According to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, India crossed 300 GW of installed non-fossil-fuel-based electricity generation capacity as of 31 July 2026. The total reported capacity was 300.50 GW. The reported breakdown included solar power, wind power, hydro power, bio-power and nuclear power. The milestone was linked to India’s longer-term target of achieving 500 GW of non-fossil capacity by 2030. Exam facts • Milestone: More than 300 GW of installed non-fossil capacity. • Reported date: 31 July 2026. • Reported total: 300.50 GW. • Long-term target: 500 GW by 2030. Other August topics Revise major government schemes, economic data, international visits, defence updates, sports and awards announced during August. Source: Ministry of New and Renewable Energy / PIB, 9 August 2026: Official PIB release.