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MNRE Advises PM Surya Ghar Vendors to Clear Applications Within 60 Days

MNRE has advised PM Surya Ghar vendors to align applications with their execution capacity and avoid retaining consumer applications for more than 60 days without valid reasons. The Ministry has identified 66 underperforming vendors with high pending applications, based on April–June 2026 performance benchmarks, for deactivation.

Policies & Regulations | 26/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Solar Cell Capacity in ALMM Surpasses 35 GW in August 2026

MNRE has updated the ALMM List-II, adding 3,709 MW of TOPCon solar cell capacity in August 2026, taking the total enlisted capacity to 35,467 MW. Waaree Energies, Emmvee Energy and Avaada Electro have increased their capacities.

Policies & Regulations | 24/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Waaree, NTPC REL, ACME Win SECI’s 6,000 MWh Assured Peak Power Supply Auction

Solar Energy Corporation of India’s 1,500 MW/6,000 MWh assured peak supply auction has discovered an L1 tariff of INR 5.99/kWh, with Waaree Forever Energies, NTPC Renewable Energy and ACME Solar emerging as successful bidders.

Business | 24/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Delhi Plans Solar, Hydro Power Generation from Canals and Drains Under MPD-2047

The Master Plan of Delhi for 2047 (MPD-2047) has proposed solar and hydro power generation from canals and drains, alongside expanded rooftop solar and renewable energy infrastructure.

Policies & Regulations | 19/08/2026 | By EI News Network

REconnect Pune 2026: Experts Call for Scaling Solar, BESS and Domestic Manufacturing

Against the backdrop of Maharashtra’s expanding renewable energy capacity and growing opportunities across solar, storage and manufacturing, Energetica India hosted the second edition of REconnect Pune, bringing together policymakers, utilities, developers, manufacturers and investors to advance the state’s clean energy transition.

Business | 19/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey