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MNRE Extends PM-KUSUM Financial Closure Deadline to Nov 30

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has extended the deadline for achieving financial closure under PM-KUSUM Components A and C to November 30, 2026, while retaining March 31, 2027 as the project completion deadline.

Policies & Regulations | 01/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Cabinet Approves INR 1.86 Lakh Cr Green Energy Corridor Phase-III

The Union Cabinet has approved the INR 1.86 lakh crore Green Energy Corridor Phase-III scheme to strengthen intra-state transmission to evacuate 135 GW of renewable energy and deploy 50 GWh of BESS by FY 2032-33. Industry leaders weigh in on its impact on the RE and BESS sector.

Policies & Regulations | 01/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

India Energy Week 2027 to be held in Kolkata in January

Kolkata will host India Energy Week 2027 from January 28-31, drawing global energy stakeholders.

Business | 30/09/2026 | By EI News Network

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

Nagaland Signs PPA for 20 MW Solar Project in Mon District

Nagaland signs PPA with Tvaksas Renewable for a 20 MW solar project in Tizit, aiming to boost renewable generation and meet rising demand.

Business | 25/08/2026 | By EI News Network

Hoymiles Launches HiSwitch and HiBox to Simplify Expandable Whole-Home Energy Backup

Hoymiles’ HiSwitch and HiBox are designed to work with the HiOne All-in-One BESS, offering a compact, scalable and practical solution for whole-home backup and energy management.

Energy Storage | 25/08/2026 | By News Bureau

Sodium Ion Batteries Could See Wider Adoption in India as Technology Reaches TRL 7

India could see wider sodium ion battery adoption as technology reaches TRL 7, supporting commercialisation and growing renewable energy storage demand.

Policies & Regulations | 25/08/2026 | By EI News Network

Kshema Power Secures EPC Order for 315 MW Wind Project Transmission Infrastructure in Karnataka

Kshema Power has won an order to develop critical transmission infrastructure for a 315 MW wind project in Karnataka, including a 33-km 220 kV transmission line and substation infrastructure.

Renewable energy / Wind Power | 25/08/2026 | By News Bureau

Pace Digitek Secures INR 92.9 Crore BESS Order from Kalpa Power

Pace Digitek secures a INR 92.9 crore BESS order from Kalpa Power, strengthening its energy storage portfolio as manufacturing capacity scales from 5 GWh towards a targeted 10 GWh by FY2027.

Energy Storage | 25/08/2026 | By News Bureau

HRTC to Set Up EV Charging Stations at 80 Locations in Himachal Pradesh with INR 122 Cr Investment

The Himachal Road Transport Corporation is investing INR 122 crore to establish 99 electric vehicle charging points at 80 locations across Himachal Pradesh to support its 297 electric buses and reduce diesel costs.

Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 25/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

JSW Energy Partners with China’s Rongjie Energy for 5 GWh ESS Supply

China-based Rongjie Energy has signed a strategic MOU with JSW Energy for supplying 5 GWh of energy storage solutions based on 5 MWh and 6.26 MWh systems, using its 314Ah and 588Ah LFP cells.

Energy Storage | 25/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Fujiyama Power Systems to Add 1 GWh Lithium, 1 GWh Tubular Battery Capacity

Fujiyama Power Systems has approved a 1 GWh lithium battery capacity addition at Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh, in addition to the previously announced 2 GWh expansion, and a 1 GWh tubular battery facility at Hathras, Uttar Pradesh with commissioning targeted for Q2 FY27 and Q3 FY27, respectively.

Energy Storage | 25/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Rajasthan Crosses 5,000 MW of Commissioned PM-KUSUM Capacity

Rajasthan has crossed 5 GW of commissioned PM-KUSUM capacity, with over 2,300 decentralised solar projects benefiting more than 3.34 lakh farmers across 26 districts.

Business | 25/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

L&T Secures Major Middle East Order to Develop 6 GWh Battery Energy Storage Projects

L&T will develop three BESS projects with a combined 6 GWh storage capacity in the Middle East, featuring liquid-cooled systems designed for efficient energy shifting, enhanced safety and grid stability.

Middle East Market | 25/08/2026 | By News Bureau