Solar Cell Capacity in ALMM Nears 37 GW in September 2026
MNRE has updated the ALMM List-II, adding 1,397 MW of TOPCon solar cell capacity in September 2026, taking the total enlisted capacity to 36,864 MW. While Jupiter International's subsidiary, Jupiter Solartech, has enlisted 1,297 MW of TOPCon capacity from a new unit in Baddi, Renewsys India has added 100 MW of capacity from its unit in Telangana.
Policies & Regulations | 29/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Data Centre Expansion Puts India’s Renewable Power Capacity to Test
For renewable developers, the expansion of data centres creates a large potential market.
Energy efficiency | 28/09/2026 | By Abha Rustagi
HM Amit Shah Flags Off First LNG-Powered Train from Sabarmati Railway Station
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has flagged off India’s first LNG-powered train from Sabarmati Railway Station in Ahmedabad, as part of railway development projects worth INR 1,472 crore focused on cleaner energy, safety and infrastructure.
Renewable energy / Other Renewables | 28/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
India Targets Up to 8 GW Wind Capacity Addition in FY27
India is on track to add 7.5-8 GW of wind capacity in FY27, according to MNRE.
Other Energy Applications / Cooking | 23/09/2026 | By EI News Network
MNRE Makes Consumer Approval of Agreements Mandatory on PM Surya Ghar Portal
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has mandated digital consumer verification for Vendor-Consumer Agreements on the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG MBY) Portal, making consumer approval mandatory before installation can proceed.
Policies & Regulations | 23/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
GAIL Floats PMC Tender for 100 MW Solar Plus 22 MWh BESS Project in Maharashtra
GAIL has floated a tender to appoint a Project Management Consultant for setting up a 100 MW ground-mounted solar project with 22 MWh BESS in Maharashtra, primarily to meet its captive power requirements.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 14/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Kshema Power Commissions Two In-House Batching Plants in Madhya Pradesh for WTG Foundation
Kshema Power has commissioned two in-house batching plants in Madhya Pradesh to ensure reliable concrete supply for wind turbine foundations and target completion of up to 10 foundations per month.
Renewable energy / Wind Power | 14/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Trina Storage Signs MoU with Japan’s AMP-lify to Supply 1 GWh of Grid-Connected BESS
Under the MoU, Trina Storage will supply its Elementa 3 series BESS and provide related technical support for approximately 1 GWh of AMP-lify’s BESS projects.
Energy Storage | 14/09/2026 | By Abha Rustagi
SECI, HyperVault AI Data Center Ink MoU for Clean Energy Supply to Data Centres in Telangana
Solar Energy Corporation of India has signed an MoU with HyperVault AI Data Center to explore the development of captive renewable energy projects for supplying power to the latter’s upcoming data centre facilities in Telangana.
Business | 14/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
KEC International Secures New Orders Worth INR 1,303 Crore
KEC International has secured new orders worth INR 1,303 crore across its transmission and distribution, and cables and conductors businesses in India and overseas markets. With this, the company’s order intake for the year has reached about INR 7,600 crore.
Smart Grid / T&D | 14/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
BRICS Summit Puts Energy Security, Critical Minerals and Clean-tech Supply Chains in Focus
BRICS, which now represents nearly half of the world's population and about 40 percent of global gross domestic product on a purchasing power parity basis, seeks to translate its growing economic weight into practical cooperation on the energy transition.
Business | 14/09/2026 | By Abha Rustagi
NPCL Invites Bids for 300 MW RTC Renewable Power from ISTS-Connected Projects
NPCL has invited bids for 300 MW RTC power from ISTS-connected renewable energy projects across India under tariff-based competitive bidding, with online bids due by October 1, 2026.
Business | 12/09/2026 | By EI News Network
NTPC Invites EOI for Pilot Grid-Connected Sodium-Ion Battery Energy Storage System
NTPC invites global EOI for pilot grid-connected sodium-ion BESS at thermal stations and offices, seeking technology providers for demonstration.
Business | 12/09/2026 | By EI News Network
China Clarifies Mandatory Solar PV Standards Ahead of 2027 Rollout
China’s MIIT clarifies five mandatory solar PV standards covering efficiency, safety, exports, testing, labelling and market compliance from 2027.
Policies & Regulations | 12/09/2026 | By EI News Network
BEE Showcases Commercial Electric Cooking Solutions to Accelerate India’s Shift from LPG
BEE showcased commercial electric cooking technologies in New Delhi, featuring seven manufacturers, while promoting e-cooking adoption and announcing a vendor directory for commercial and institutional kitchens.
Business | 12/09/2026 | By EI News Network
Manasvi Sharma
CEO
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Tarun Singh, Country Head - India
and Ann Moore, Power & Utilities Industry Principal
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Pavit Gandhi
Executive Vice President - Sales
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Avinash Rao
Managing Director & CEO
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Amit Manohar
Secretary General
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