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
UPERC Proposes Grid Code Regulations 2026 to Strengthen RE and Energy Storage Integration
UPERC has proposed Grid Code Regulations 2026 to strengthen renewable integration, energy storage, grid reliability, resource planning and secure power system operations in Uttar Pradesh.<br />
Policies & Regulations | 17/08/2026 | By EI News Network
Tata Power, IIT Bombay Partner to Accelerate Commercialisation of Next-Gen Clean Energy Technologies
The partnership will combine IIT Bombay’s research capabilities with Tata Power’s industry expertise across smart grids, power electronics, energy storage, electric mobility, AI, cybersecurity, carbon capture and circular economy solutions, supporting India’s transition towards a resilient and sustainable energy system.
Business | 17/08/2026 | By News Bureau
GUVNL Invites Bids for 1,000 MW/4,000 MWh Standalone BESS Projects in Gujarat
Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam has issued a tender for developing 1,000 MW/4,000 MWh of standalone BESS projects in Gujarat. Bid submission ends on September 14, 2026.
Energy Storage | 17/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Ola Electric Unveils Shakti Energy Storage Portfolio from Homes to Grid-Scale Applications
Ola Electric expands its Shakti energy storage portfolio with solutions ranging from residential battery backup to utility-scale storage. Powered by indigenous LFP cell technology and the company’s vertically integrated cell-to-system capabilities.
Energy Storage | 17/08/2026 | By News Bureau
NTPC Simhadri to Pilot Indigenous Iron-Air Battery Technology for Long-Duration Energy Storage
NTPC Simhadri Thermal Power Station will host a pilot project to assess Meine Electric’s indigenous Iron-Air Battery technology for long-duration energy storage. The initiative will evaluate technical performance, reliability and operational characteristics under real-world utility conditions, with the six-hour charge and 18-hour discharge capability.
Energy Storage | 17/08/2026 | By News Bureau
Powertrac Group Announces 10 GWh BESS Container Manufacturing Facility
Powertrac Group is setting up a 10 GWh automated BESS container production line with CTP and PTC technologies to serve the commercial and industrial (C&I) and utility-scale energy storage markets.
Energy Storage | 17/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
REC, WBSEDCL Hold National Vendor Meet to Accelerate Rooftop Solar Adoption in West Bengal
The REC-WBSEDCL vendor meet in Kolkata brings government agencies, DISCOMs, vendors and training partners together to address implementation challenges and accelerate rooftop solar installations under PM-Surya Ghar in West Bengal.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 17/08/2026 | By News Bureau
CEA Advises 100 Percent Grid-Forming Inverters for All Upcoming BESS Projects
The Central Electricity Authority has advised 100 percent Grid-Forming Inverters in all upcoming BESS projects, citing concerns over grid strength, low SCR and power-system oscillations amid rising renewable energy and storage capacity.
Policies & Regulations | 17/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Adani Energy Solutions Secures Vizag Green Hydrogen Transmission Project Worth INR 8,386 Crore
RECPDCL hands over the Vizag Power Transmission SPV to Adani Energy Solutions for the INR 8,386-crore project, aimed at strengthening transmission infrastructure for upcoming green hydrogen and green ammonia projects in Andhra Pradesh.
Power R&D | 17/08/2026 | By News Bureau
Pulse Energy Connects Over 10,000 EV Chargers to BHIM UPI via Unified Bharat eCharge
Pulse Energy integrates more than 10,000 EV chargers with BHIM UPI through Unified Bharat eCharge, simplifying interoperable charging payments nationwide.
Business | 17/08/2026 | By EI News Network
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