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Solar Cell Capacity in ALMM Nears 37 GW in September 2026

MNRE has updated the ALMM List-II, adding 1,397 MW of TOPCon solar cell capacity in September 2026, taking the total enlisted capacity to 36,864 MW. While Jupiter International's subsidiary, Jupiter Solartech, has enlisted 1,297 MW of TOPCon capacity from a new unit in Baddi, Renewsys India has added 100 MW of capacity from its unit in Telangana.

Policies & Regulations | 29/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Data Centre Expansion Puts India’s Renewable Power Capacity to Test

For renewable developers, the expansion of data centres creates a large potential market.

Energy efficiency | 28/09/2026 | By Abha Rustagi

HM Amit Shah Flags Off First LNG-Powered Train from Sabarmati Railway Station

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has flagged off India’s first LNG-powered train from Sabarmati Railway Station in Ahmedabad, as part of railway development projects worth INR 1,472 crore focused on cleaner energy, safety and infrastructure.

Renewable energy / Other Renewables | 28/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

India Targets Up to 8 GW Wind Capacity Addition in FY27

India is on track to add 7.5-8 GW of wind capacity in FY27, according to MNRE.

Other Energy Applications / Cooking | 23/09/2026 | By EI News Network

MNRE Makes Consumer Approval of Agreements Mandatory on PM Surya Ghar Portal

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has mandated digital consumer verification for Vendor-Consumer Agreements on the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG MBY) Portal, making consumer approval mandatory before installation can proceed.

Policies & Regulations | 23/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

SWELECT Adds 1 GW Module Capacity at Coimbatore Plant

SWELECT Energy Systems has inaugurated an additional 1 GW PV module manufacturing capacity and launched a 10 MWh BESS installation at its Coimbatore facility, taking its total module capacity to over 2 GW.

Solar manufacturing | 21/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Prakriti Solar Launches Hybrid Solar Inverter Portfolio

Prakriti Solar has introduced hybrid inverters and lithium battery solutions designed for solar self-consumption, backup power and load management.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 21/09/2026 | By News Bureau

Windergy India 2026 Charts India’s Wind Growth Path

The 8th edition of Windergy India will examine pathways to strengthen India’s wind industry and support its 100 GW by 2030 ambition.

Renewable energy / Wind Power | 21/09/2026 | By News Bureau

Coal India Expands into Renewables, Storage, Critical Minerals

CIL expands projects in renewables, storage, critical minerals, gasification and advanced materials.

Business | 21/09/2026 | By EI News Network

CII Energy Efficiency Summit Charts Path to Net Zero

The 25th CII Energy Efficiency Summit 2026 brought stakeholders together to explore pathways for accelerating India’s energy transition through energy efficiency and clean technologies.

Business | 21/09/2026 | By News Bureau

Replus Engitech Secures INR 217.56 Cr Battery Supply Order from Indus Towers

Replus Engitech, a subsidiary of Bhilwara Energy, has secured INR 217.56 crore in orders from Indus Towers to supply Lithium-Ion Battery Banks. The order is expected to be fulfilled by March 31, 2027.

Energy Storage | 21/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

NTPC REL Invites Bids for 215 MW Wind Project in Madhya Pradesh

NTPC Renewable Energy has invited bids to develop a 215 MW STU-connected wind energy project in Madhya Pradesh. Bid submission ends on October 9, 2026.

Renewable energy / Wind Power | 21/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

SECI Proposes Scaling CfD Framework to 10 GW

The Solar Energy Corporation of India has proposed scaling its market-linked Contract-for-Difference (CfD) framework to 10 GW, backed by an initial 1 GWh peak power supply pilot, to drive flexible power procurement, better storage integration, and greater efficiency in India's clean energy market.

Business | 21/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Premier Energies Commissions 7 GW TOPCon Cell Plant in Andhra Pradesh

Premier Energies has commissioned its 7 GW N-type TOPCon G12R solar cell manufacturing facility in Naidupeta, Andhra Pradesh, taking its total solar cell manufacturing capacity to 10.6 GW.

Solar manufacturing | 21/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey