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MNRE Clarifies ALMM List-II Applicability for Government Rooftop Solar Projects

MNRE has clarified that eligible government rooftop solar projects awarded through bidding before the August 31, 2025 cut-off remain exempt from mandatory ALMM List-II solar cell sourcing while continuing to use ALMM-listed modules.

Business | 07/07/2026 | By EI News Network

ALMM Update: Solar Module Capacity Surpasses 204 GW in July 2026

MNRE has updated the ALMM List-I, adding 10,494 MW of solar module capacity in July 2026, taking the total enlisted capacity to 204,383 MW. Havells India, Solarium Green Energy, SSSV Textile Industries, ISH Solar, Powersphere Renewable and NRG SOL Power are the new entrants. Cosmic PV Power and Icon Solar have added capacities from new plants.

Policies & Regulations | 07/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

PM Modi Inaugurates NHPC's 300 MW Karnisar Solar Power Plant in Rajasthan

NHPC's 300 MW Karnisar Solar Power Plant in Rajasthan, developed with domestically manufactured solar components, will generate 750 million units of clean electricity annually while strengthening India's renewable energy capacity and supporting its climate goals.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 06/07/2026 | By News Bureau

PFC and REC Boards Approve Merger to Create INR 11 Lakh Crore Financing Entity

The boards of PFC and REC have approved REC's merger into PFC, creating a INR 11 lakh crore power financing entity, subject to shareholder, regulatory and government approvals, including continued government control.

Business | 01/07/2026 | By EI News Network

KSEB Mandates BEE-Certified Solar Inverters for Future Grid-Connected Solar Projects Up to 100 kW

KSEB mandates BEE-labeled, high-efficiency solar inverters for future grid-connected projects, making compliance mandatory in tenders and inspections statewide.

Policies & Regulations | 01/07/2026 | By EI News Network