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
RenewSys India Enters ALMM List-II for Solar Cells
RenewSys India has entered the ALMM List-II for solar PV cells by adding 452 MW of Bifacial N-Type TOPCon Solar Cell capacity from its plant in Telangana. Total enlisted capacity in ALMM List-II has increased to 30,508 MW.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 04/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
KCC Buildcon, Agastya Green Energy, MKC Green Energy Win UPPCL’s 1500 MWh BESS Auction
KCC Buildcon, Agastya Green Energy, and MKC Green Energy have emerged as winners in Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation’s 375 MW/1,500 MWh standalone BESS auction in Uttar Pradesh.
Energy Storage | 04/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
NSEFI Honours IB Solar with Solar Manufacturing Excellence Award
National Solar Energy Federation of India has honoured IB Solar with the “Solar Manufacturing Excellence” award, recognising its role in strengthening domestic solar manufacturing and advancing clean energy adoption in India. The award was presented by Union Minister of State for Power, and New and Renewable Energy, Shripad Yesso Naik.
Business | 04/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Atlanta Electricals Secures INR 190 Cr Order from Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Prasaran Nigam
Atlanta Electricals has received an INR 190 crore order from Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Prasaran Nigam for the supply of 53 units of 50 MVA, 132/33 kV power transformers along with NIFPES, under a two-year rate contract.
Business | 04/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Engie and Pele Solar Projects Add 150 MW to South Africa’s Grid
ENGIE and Pele Green Energy commission 150 MW solar projects in South Africa, enhancing grid reliability and advancing the clean energy transition.
Middle East Market | 04/05/2026 | By EI News Network
Power Ministry Sets Phased HVDC Localisation Roadmap, Targets 60 Percent Local Content by 2035
Power Ministry revises procurement norms, introducing phased local content targets for HVDC substations to boost domestic manufacturing, strengthen supply chains, and reduce import dependence in critical power infrastructure.
Policies & Regulations | 04/05/2026 | By EI News Network
Rajasthan Plans Decentralised BESS Rollout to Strengthen Grid Stability, Solar Use
Rajasthan plans decentralised BESS to store surplus solar power, support peak demand, improve reliability, alongside smart metering progress, feeder segregation, and grid infrastructure upgrades.
Policies & Regulations | 03/05/2026 | By EI News Network
Shakti Pumps Bags INR 155 Crore Solar Pump Order from MSEDCL
Shakti Pumps secures 6,580 off-grid solar pumps order under Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana, worth INR 155.24 crore, to be executed within 60 days across Maharashtra.
Business | 03/05/2026 | By EI News Network
Maharashtra Metro Rail Corporation Installs Solar Panels Between Tracks at Nagpur Depot
Nagpur Metro installs 50 kWp solar panels between tracks, generating 70,000 units annually, reducing emissions, showcasing innovative renewable integration in urban transport systems.
Business | 03/05/2026 | By EI News Network
IFC Partners WindForce to Develop Sri Lanka’s First Utility-Scale Solar Power Project
A 100 MW solar facility backed by IFC funding aims to boost renewable energy adoption, enhance grid reliability, cut electricity costs, and generate thousands of jobs in Sri Lanka.
Business | 02/05/2026 | By News Bureau
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