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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

Pi Green Commissions NZM Pilot Project at GMR Warora

Pi Green Innovations deploys NZM in partnership with GMR Energy and GMR Innovex, captures industrial CO₂ and converts it into stable, usable materials using fly ash.

Energy efficiency | 24/09/2026 | By News Bureau

NTPC Green Energy Seeks EPC Bid for 3,300 MWh BESS Project at Khavda

NTPC Green Energy has issued an EPC tender for developing 1,100 MW/3,300 MWh of BESS at NTPC Renewable Energy’s Solar Plant in Khavda, Gujarat. Bid submission ends on October 27, 2026.

Energy Storage | 24/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Tata Power EZ Charge Commissions New EV Charging Hub in Malad

Tata Power EZ Charge station includes one 120 kW charger and three 60 kW units, with the latter upgradable to 120 kW.

Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 24/09/2026 | By News Bureau

Odisha Approves INR 54,288 Crore Power and RE Projects

Odisha has approved renewable energy and power projects worth INR 54,288 crore.

Policies & Regulations | 24/09/2026 | By EI News Network

Offgrid Energy Labs, Keele University Join Hands for ZincGel Battery

Offgrid Energy Labs and Keele University will pilot ZincGel long-duration storage in the UK.

Business | 24/09/2026 | By EI News Network

Navitas Solar Announces INR 10,000 Crore Investment over Next 5 Years

Navitas Solar plans to invest INR 10,000 crore over five years across Gujarat and Maharashtra to expand into solar cells, ingots, wafers, battery energy storage and solar power generation.

Business | 24/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Waaree Energies Board Approves Indosolar Merger Scheme

Waaree Energies Board approved the merger scheme with Indosolar, subject to regulatory approvals.

Business | 24/09/2026 | By EI News Network

Maxvolt Energy Lays Foundation for 10 GWh Aligarh Facility

Maxvolt Energy’s Aligarh facility will add 10 GWh capacity in two phases and create up to 2,000 direct and 10,000 indirect jobs.

Business | 24/09/2026 | By News Bureau

POWERGRID Acquires SPV for 6 GW Barmer RE Evacuation Project

POWERGRID has acquired the Barmer HVDC Power Transmission SPV for a 6 GW renewable energy evacuation project from Barmer, Rajasthan, involving a ±800 kV, 6,000 MW HVDC system and an approximately 1,000-km transmission line to South Kalamb.

Smart Grid / T&D | 24/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey