RE Industry Seeks GST Cuts for BESS, EPC Services Ahead of October 8 Council Meet

The renewable energy industry is seeking GST reductions on BESS and renewable energy EPC services along with review of Input Tax Credit (ITC) framework ahead of the GST Council meeting scheduled for October 8, 2026. Energetica India speaks with stakeholders to gauge expectations.

Policies & Regulations | 07/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

MNRE Mandates Country-Coded Model Numbers for Solar Modules

MNRE has mandated country-coded model numbers for solar PV modules registered with BIS.

Policies & Regulations | 05/10/2026 | By EI News Network

MHI Approves 382 Sites for Delhi EV Charging Network

MHI has approved 382 sites in Delhi to expand the city’s electric vehicle charging network.

Policies & Regulations | 05/10/2026 | By EI News Network

Reliance to Invest INR 1 Lakh Crore in Andhra CBG Plants

Reliance plans INR 1 lakh crore CBG investment in Andhra Pradesh, creating 3 lakh jobs.

Business | 05/10/2026 | By EI News Network

MNRE Extends PM-KUSUM Financial Closure Deadline to Nov 30

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has extended the deadline for achieving financial closure under PM-KUSUM Components A and C to November 30, 2026, while retaining March 31, 2027 as the project completion deadline.

Policies & Regulations | 01/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Tata Power EV Charging Signs MoU with Varanasi Smart City to Expand EV Infrastructure

Tata Power EV Charging Solutions and Varanasi Smart City will identify and deploy EV charging infrastructure at strategic locations across the city, including public parking areas, transit hubs, municipal assets, commercial centres and tourist destinations.

Business | 11/06/2026 | By Abha Rustagi

GERC Proposes Extension of Green Open Access Banking Charge at INR 1.50/Unit till August 2026

The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission has proposed extending the banking charge of INR 1.50 per unit for green energy open access consumers in Gujarat until August 31, 2026, through a draft amendment to its Green Energy Open Access Regulations.

Policies & Regulations | 11/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Simplex Castings Signs 25-Year PPA with Natraj Energy for 5.5 MWp Captive Solar Project

Simplex Castings has signed a 25-year PPA with Natraj Energy for a 5.5 MWp captive solar project in Chhattisgarh, expected to reduce its power costs by about INR 2.16 crore annually.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 11/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Oman's Madayn Unveils 90 Infrastructure Projects, Plans Largest Industrial Solar Hub in Suhar

Oman's Madayn has plans to develop 90 infrastructure projects and a major solar energy hub in Suhar to boost industrial growth and sustainability.

Middle East Market | 10/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Jinko ESS Delivers 722MWh Battery Energy Storage System for Large RE Project in India

Jinko ESS has supplied 722MWh of battery energy storage capacity for an Indian renewable energy project, enhancing grid reliability.

Business | 10/06/2026 | By EI News Network

SAEL Commissions 14.9 MW Agri Waste-to-Energy Plant in Rajasthan, Expands Operational Capacity to 164.9 MW

SAEL has commissioned 14.9 MW biomass power plant in Rajasthan, raising operational agri waste-to-energy capacity to 164.9 MW.

Business | 10/06/2026 | By EI News Network

CMR Listing, Ardee IPO Bring India’s Metal Recycling Industry Into Market Spotlight

CMR’s market debut and Ardee’s planned IPO are drawing investor attention to India’s expanding metal recycling sector.

Business | 10/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Radiance Renewables Commissions 87 MWp Solar Project in Karnataka

Radiance Renewables has commissioned an 87 MWp solar power project at Korwar, Karnataka, which is expected to generate nearly 3.48 million MWh of green energy, advancing towards its target of 2 GW of operational RE capacity.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 10/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Reliance to Develop 168 MW Data Centre for Meta in Jamnagar, Gujarat

Reliance Industries will develop a 168 MW data centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat, for Meta under a long-term lease agreement, with the facility scheduled for delivery within two years and designed to support Meta’s global AI and computing infrastructure.

Business | 10/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Quality Power to Acquire Winwin Speciality Insulators in INR 315 Crore Deal

The proposed transaction will strengthen Quality Power's presence in the high-voltage equipment segment as investments in transmission infrastructure, grid modernisation, renewable energy integration and HVDC networks gather pace globally.

Business | 10/06/2026 | By Abha Rustagi

 
 
 
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