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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

Emmvee Earns Kiwa PVEL ‘Top Performer’ Recognition for Fourth Consecutive Year

Solar manufacturer’s n-type TOPCon bifacial modules excel in the 2026 PV Module Reliability Scorecard, highlighting sustained excellence in quality and performance.

Standards & Certifications | 30/05/2026 | By News Bureau

NLC India Renewables Incorporates JV with NCRTC for 110 MW Captive Solar Power Projects in UP

NLC India Renewables has incorporated a joint venture with National Capital Region Transport Corporation to develop grid-connected solar PV projects, following the award of a 110 MW captive solar project in Uttar Pradesh.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 30/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

NTPC Green Energy Floats EPC Tender to Develop 7,800 MWh BESS at Bikaner Solar Plant in Rajasthan

NTPC Green Energy has issued an EPC tender for setting up 1,950 MW/7,800 MWh battery energy storage systems at NTPC Renewable Energy’s Bikaner Solar Plant in Rajasthan. Bid submission ends on June 25, 2026.

Energy Storage | 30/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

GH2 India, CertifHy Partner to Support Hydrogen Certification Readiness for Indian Market

CertifHy and GH2 India have signed a letter of intent at the World Hydrogen Summit 2026 to strengthen hydrogen certification readiness in India and support Indian renewable hydrogen developers seeking access to the EU RFNBO market.

Standards & Certifications | 30/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

REC, ERDA Partner for Third-Party Quality Testing of Materials to be Deployed Under RDSS

REC has signed an MoU with the Electrical Research and Development Association to enhance third-party quality testing, technical support and quality assurance frameworks for materials used under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme.

Standards & Certifications | 30/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Sumitomo Corporation to Invest in 694 MW BESS Projects in UK

Sumitomo Corporation, through its joint venture company Summit Transition Partners (STP), has announced investment in a 694 MW portfolio of utility-scale battery energy storage projects in the UK and entered into a strategic BESS partnership with Gresham House.

Investment & Trading | 30/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey