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
LICO Materials Secures Ministry of Mines Grant for Critical Mineral Recycling Expansion
LICO Materials has been selected under the National Critical Mineral Mission to expand battery-grade lithium, nickel and cobalt recovery capacity in Karnataka.
Business | 07/05/2026 | By News Bureau
Servotech Renewable Power System Wins 1415 kW Solar Rooftop Project from South Central Railway
Servotech Renewable Power System to install grid-connected rooftop solar systems across Vijayawada Division railway sites, supporting Indian Railways’ renewable energy and sustainability goals.
Solar manufacturing | 07/05/2026 | By News Bureau
GH2 Solar and DPA Kandla Signs MoU to Develop India’s First Green Hydrogen Export Hub
The partnership between GH2 Solar and DPA Kandla will assess infrastructure and logistics for large-scale liquid green hydrogen exports from Kandla Port, supporting India’s clean energy and hydrogen ambitions.
Business | 07/05/2026 | By News Bureau
Sungrow Unveils Next-Gen PV, Storage and Hydrogen Solutions at GRES 2026
Sungrow showcased next-generation PV, energy storage, hydrogen, EV charging, and grid-forming technologies at its Global Renewable Energy Summit 2026.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 07/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
IEX April Electricity Trade Volume Rises 16.6 Percent, Real-Time Market Surges 30 Percent YoY
IEX reported 16.6 percent higher April electricity trade volumes, driven by rising demand and strong real-time market growth.
Business | 07/05/2026 | By EI News Network
SPML Infra Secures INR 1,128 Cr Contract from NTPC to Develop 1 GWh BESS Project in Bihar
SPML Infra has secured an INR 1,128 crore contract from NTPC to develop a 250 MW/1,000 MWh Battery Energy Storage System at NTPC’s Barauni Thermal Power Station in Bihar, marking its entry into large-scale BESS projects.
Energy Storage | 07/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
MaxVolt Energy Launches IoT-Enabled Smart BMS for Smarter EV Batteries
MaxVolt Energy launches IoT-enabled Smart BMS with AI diagnostics, enhancing EV battery safety, monitoring, efficiency, and operational reliability across applications.
Business | 07/05/2026 | By EI News Network
Apple, CleanMax Partner to Develop 150 MW RE Capacity in India with INR 100 Cr Investment
Apple has committed an initial INR 100 crore investment in a strategic co-investment partnership with CleanMax to support the development of over 150 MW of renewable energy capacity. The partnership aims to advance Apple’s efforts to scale renewable energy across its supply chain in India.
Business | 07/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Coal India Commissions 100 MW Solar Power Plant in Gujarat
Coal India Ltd. receives GEDA certification for 100 MW Gujarat solar plant commissioned from March 2026.
Business | 07/05/2026 | By EI News Network
PIXON Secures ALMM Approval for 2.391 GW Solar Module Manufacturing Capacity
PIXON’s ALMM approval includes 1.646 GW of capacity for high-efficiency TOPCon modules, covering M10R and G12R formats, and 745 MW for Mono PERC modules.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 06/05/2026 | By Abha Rustagi
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