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
IRFC Extends INR 4,200 Cr Financing to DVC for Solar, BESS Projects
Indian Railway Finance Corporation has signed an INR 4,200 crore term loan agreement with Damodar Valley Corporation to finance floating, ground-mounted and rooftop solar projects and BESS across Jharkhand and West Bengal.
Investment & Trading | 29/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Vikram Solar Bags 400 MW Module Supply Order for Agri-Solar Projects in Maharashtra
Vikram Solar has secured a 400 MW 620 Wp N-Type TOPCon G12R modglass-to-glass bifacial half-cut modules supply order from an EPC player for decentralised solar projects across Maharashtra, with deliveries scheduled to begin in October 2026.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 29/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
DEWA Completes USD 2.7 Bn Noor Energy 1 Refinancing
DEWA completes USD 2.7 billion refinancing of 950 MW Noor Energy 1 solar project in Dubai.
Middle East Market | 28/09/2026 | By EI News Network
North Star Appoints Shivanand Nimbargi as MD and CEO
Shivanand Nimbargi will lead North Star’s renewable energy platform and projects in India.
Business | 28/09/2026 | By EI News Network
FICCI-Nangia Report Flags Grid Stability Risks in India
FICCI-Nangia report flags grid stability gaps amid rapid renewable energy growth in India.
Business | 28/09/2026 | By EI News Network
UltraTech Kukurdih Plant Hits 100 Percent Green Power Usage
UltraTech’s Kukurdih Cement Works in Chhattisgarh has met 100 percent of its monthly electricity requirement through green energy since April 2026.
Energy efficiency | 28/09/2026 | By News Bureau
IRENA: 1.2 TW Annual Renewable Additions Needed by 2030
IRENA says annual renewable additions must reach 1.2 TW to meet the 2030 target.
Business | 28/09/2026 | By EI News Network
SWITCH Mobility Secures 840 Electric Bus Order From Antony Road
SWITCH Mobility’s order from Antony Road covers 9-metre and 12-metre electric buses, supporting large-scale public transport electrification in Delhi.
Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 28/09/2026 | By News Bureau
Exide Commissions 6 GWh Phase-I Lithium-ion Cell Manufacturing Facility
Exide Industries’ subsidiary Exide Energy Solutions has commissioned the first 6 GWh phase of its lithium-ion cell manufacturing facility in Bengaluru, with plans to supply domestically made cells for EV and energy storage applications.
Energy Storage | 28/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
A national conference organised by The Energy and Resources Institute highlighted the need for coordinated action across battery manufacturing, deployment, second-life applications and recycling to build a resilient and circular battery ecosystem in India.
Energy Storage | 28/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Manasvi Sharma
CEO
EVERTA’s Manasvi Sharma Says Uptime, Utilisation Matter More Than Charger Deployment Numbers
Tarun Singh, Country Head - India
and Ann Moore, Power & Utilities Industry Principal
India’s Grid Needs to Become More Intelligent and Responsive: AVEVA
Pavit Gandhi
Executive Vice President - Sales
India Needs Grid-Forming Inverters to Integrate More Solar, Wind
Avinash Rao
Managing Director & CEO
Mahindra Susten’s MD Avinash Rao Says India Needs Balanced Energy Mix for Reliable Transition
Amit Manohar
Secretary General
Solar Industry Must Adapt to Integrated Manufacturing Ecosystem: ISMA’s Amit Manohar