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 Proposes Standard Solar Cell Nomenclature Under ALMM-II
MNRE proposes 14-digit codes to standardise solar PV cell identification under ALMM List-II.
Business | 07/10/2026 | By EI News Network
Solar Cell Capacity Under ALMM Reaches 37.39 GW in October 2026
MNRE has updated the ALMM List-II, adding 529 MW of Mono-PERC solar cell capacity in October 2026, taking the total enlisted capacity to 37,393 MW. Premier Energies Photovoltaic, a subsidiary of Premier Energies, has added 529 MW of capacity, taking the company’s total enlisted capacity to 3,812 MW.
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
IEX Posts Electricity Trading Volume of 12,983 MU, Up 18.6 Percent YoY
Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) recorded 12,983 MU electricity trading volume in May 2026, up 18.6 percent year-on-year, driven by record power demand, higher market activity, and robust growth across DAM and RTM segments.
Business | 04/06/2026 | By EI News Network
IEA Projects USD 3.4 Trillion Energy Investment in 2026 Amid Middle East Crisis
The IEA has projected USD 3.4 trillion in global energy investment in 2026, with rising spending on grids, storage, nuclear and renewables, while oil investment declines amid Middle East supply concerns.
Middle East Market | 04/06/2026 | By EI News Network
Schneider Electric, Allied Engineers Strengthen Partnership for Smart Power Distribution
Schneider Electric and Allied Engineers are expanding smart power distribution solutions, improving efficiency, reducing downtime, and supporting sustainable infrastructure.
Business | 04/06/2026 | By EI News Network
JBM Auto Captures 49 Percent Share of India’s Electric Bus Market in May 2026
JBM Auto registered 157 electric buses in May 2026, securing a 49 percent market share and reinforcing its leadership in India’s fast-growing e-bus segment.
Business | 04/06/2026 | By EI News Network
Vedanta Iron & Steel is advancing its low-carbon transition through electric vehicles, renewable energy, sustainable logistics, waste heat recovery and large-scale ecological restoration, reinforcing its commitment to a greener and more sustainable future.
Business | 04/06/2026 | By News Bureau
MNRE Seeks Monthly Solar Cell and Module Price Data from ALMM-Listed Manufacturers
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has directed all ALMM-listed solar cell and module manufacturers to report monthly price ranges of domestically manufactured products to the National Institute of Solar Energy, aiming to enhance market transparency and prevent profiteering amid the implementation of ALMM List-II from June 1, 2026.
Policies & Regulations | 04/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Payal Industrial Park, Fourier Launch Hydrogen-Based Energy Storage Pilot at Dahej, Gujarat
Payal Industrial Park has partnered with Fourier to pilot a hydrogen-powered energy storage system at its Dahej industrial park, aimed at delivering long-duration, round-the-clock clean power for industrial operations.
Renewable energy / Hydrogen / Fuel Cells | 04/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
EMO Energy Enters Heavy Commercial EV Segment with AI-Powered Battery Platform
EMO Energy expands into the heavy commercial vehicle market with intelligent battery platform to support high-performance electric buses, trucks and logistics fleets through faster charging, predictive monitoring and advanced battery management.
Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 04/06/2026 | By News Bureau
Novel molecular interface engineering boosts solar cell efficiency to 25.73 percent while enabling stable, low-power memristors for neuromorphic computing, AI hardware and secure electronics.
Solar manufacturing | 04/06/2026 | By News Bureau
Jain Irrigation Commissions One of World’s Largest Biochar Facilities in Maharashtra
The 20,000-tonne-per-year plant in Jalgaon converts agricultural residue into biochar, advancing carbon removal, soil health improvement and climate-smart agriculture at commercial scale.
Renewable energy / Other Renewables | 04/06/2026 | By News Bureau
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