Perovskite: The Next Big Leap in Solar PV in India?
While India is scaling TOPCon, Perovskite and tandem technologies are emerging as the next frontier in efficiency. As the industry looks at the path from laboratory breakthroughs to commercial production, Energetica India spoke to industry stakeholders to understand how manufacturers are preparing for this next phase of solar PV.
Business | 30/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
GREW Solar, Ampin-Jupiter JV Enter ALCM List, Total Enlisted Cell Capacity Nears 45 GW
MNRE has updated the ALMM List-II, adding 7,063 MW of solar cell capacity in October 2026, taking the total enlisted capacity to 44,858 MW. GREW Solar and Ampin Solar One, a JV between Ampin Energy Transition and Jupiter International, are the new entrants. Avaada Electro has increased its capacity to 7,117 MW.
Policies & Regulations | 30/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
SECI, KVS Sign MoU for Nationwide Solarisation of Kendriya Vidyalayas
Solar Energy Corporation of India and Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan have signed an MoU to solarise Kendriya Vidyalayas nationwide, promoting renewable energy adoption across educational institutions.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 29/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Floating Solar’s Next Test: Can India Turn Reservoirs into a 5 GW Power Market?
India’s new PM-SSY scheme aims to add 5 GW of floating solar backed by 10 GWh of storage by 2030-31. The technology is no longer the main question. Industry executives say approvals, financing, standards and execution will determine whether the country can turn its reservoirs into a globally competitive clean energy market.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 29/10/2026 | By Abha Rustagi
CEA Seeks Industry Readiness Report on Advanced Transmission Technologies
The CEA has asked manufacturers to report their readiness, production capacity and indicative costs for advanced transmission technologies for 400 kV and 765 kV lines, with submissions due by November 5, 2026.
Policies & Regulations | 29/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Vaibhav Mutha
Director
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CEO
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Praveen Lala
President
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CEO
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