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
Contracts from BPCL and a public sector Maharatna EPC company strengthen the DEE Development Engineer's execution pipeline and reinforce its position in India’s growing infrastructure landscape.
Business | 02/06/2026 | By News Bureau
Pace Digitek Arm Signs PPA with BESCOM for 250 MW Solar with 1100 MWh BESS Project in Karnataka
Pace Digitek’s arm, TRANSGREENX, has signed a PPA with BESCOM for a 250 MW solar PV project integrated with a 250 MW/1100 MWh battery energy storage system at Pavagada Solar Park in Karnataka.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 02/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Transrail Lighting Secures INR 575 Crore in New Orders, Strengthens Growth Pipeline
Transrail Lighting wins key transmission, civil and pole business contracts, including a 500 kV HVDC line project, while maintaining an L1 position for additional orders worth INR 400 crore.
Business | 02/06/2026 | By News Bureau
TERI Convenes High-Level Stakeholder Consultation on CSP-TES for Firm Dispatchable Renewable Energy
Policymakers, industry leaders, financiers and technology experts discuss the role of Concentrated Solar Power with Thermal Energy Storage in strengthening India’s clean energy transition and grid reliability.
Business | 02/06/2026 | By News Bureau
Avaada Secures USD 950 Mn Debt Financing from Consortium of Global and Domestic Banks
Avaada Group has achieved financial closure and secured nearly USD 950 million in debt financing for its FDRE project in Rajasthan and two 300 MW solar power projects in Rajasthan and Gujarat.
Business | 02/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Gautam Solar Secures Top Performer Recognition in 2026 Kiwa PVEL PV Module Reliability Scorecard
Gautam Solar has been recognised as a Top Performer in the 2026 Kiwa PVEL PV Module Reliability Scorecard for its N-Type TOPCon bifacial glass//glass G2G1785 module series manufactured at its facility.
Standards & Certifications | 02/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Zelestra Completes USD 1.1 Billion Sale of Latin America Renewable Platform to Promigas
Zelestra has announced that completion of the USD 1.1 billion sale of its Latin America platform to Promigas, transferring a 3,500 MW renewable energy portfolio across Chile, Peru and Colombia.
Business | 02/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Haryana Rooftop Solar Expansion Slows Amid Loan and Documentation Challenges
Haryana's rooftop solar programme faces delays as loan approval issues and extensive paperwork hinder installations despite rising demand.
Policies & Regulations | 01/06/2026 | By EI News Network
NLC India, Reliance Partner to Explore Underground Lignite Gasification Project in Gujarat
NLC India and Reliance Industries have partnered to assess underground lignite gasification in Gujarat, aiming to boost domestic gasified fuel production, enhance energy security, reduce imports, and support India's gasification goals.
Business | 01/06/2026 | By EI News Network
GREW Solar Names as Top Performer in Kiwa PVEL 2026 PV Module Reliability Scorecard
GREW Solar earns recognition across six key reliability test categories, validating the durability, quality and long-term performance of its products under rigorous independent assessment.
Standards & Certifications | 01/06/2026 | By News Bureau
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