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PM Modi Lays Foundation for 500 MWh BESS in Tamil Nadu

PM Modi has laid foundation for 250 MW/500 MWh BESS in Chennai, INR 17,000 crore VOC Port plan announced.

Policies & Regulations | 13/10/2026 | By EI News Network

Gopin Semicon Enters ALMM List-II, Total Solar Cell Capacity Under ALMM Reaches 37.8 GW

Surat-based Gopin Semicon has entered the MNRE’s ALMM List-II with 402 MW of N-type TOPCon solar cell capacity, taking the total listed cell manufacturing capacity to 37,795 MW.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 12/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

India, Singapore Plan 2,000 MW Cross-Border Power Corridor

India and Singapore plan a 2,000 MW power link via Myanmar, Thailand and Malaysia for regional energy security.

Policies & Regulations | 09/10/2026 | By EI News Network

RE Industry Seeks GST Cuts for BESS, EPC Services Ahead of October 8 Council Meet

The renewable energy industry is seeking GST reductions on BESS and renewable energy EPC services along with review of Input Tax Credit (ITC) framework ahead of the GST Council meeting scheduled for October 8, 2026. Energetica India speaks with stakeholders to gauge expectations.

Policies & Regulations | 07/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

MNRE Proposes Standard Solar Cell Nomenclature Under ALMM-II

MNRE proposes 14-digit codes to standardise solar PV cell identification under ALMM List-II.

Business | 07/10/2026 | By EI News Network

GERC Proposes Extension of Green Open Access Banking Charge at INR 1.50/Unit till August 2026

The Gujarat Electricity Regulatory Commission has proposed extending the banking charge of INR 1.50 per unit for green energy open access consumers in Gujarat until August 31, 2026, through a draft amendment to its Green Energy Open Access Regulations.

Policies & Regulations | 11/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Simplex Castings Signs 25-Year PPA with Natraj Energy for 5.5 MWp Captive Solar Project

Simplex Castings has signed a 25-year PPA with Natraj Energy for a 5.5 MWp captive solar project in Chhattisgarh, expected to reduce its power costs by about INR 2.16 crore annually.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 11/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Oman's Madayn Unveils 90 Infrastructure Projects, Plans Largest Industrial Solar Hub in Suhar

Oman's Madayn has plans to develop 90 infrastructure projects and a major solar energy hub in Suhar to boost industrial growth and sustainability.

Middle East Market | 10/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Jinko ESS Delivers 722MWh Battery Energy Storage System for Large RE Project in India

Jinko ESS has supplied 722MWh of battery energy storage capacity for an Indian renewable energy project, enhancing grid reliability.

Business | 10/06/2026 | By EI News Network

SAEL Commissions 14.9 MW Agri Waste-to-Energy Plant in Rajasthan, Expands Operational Capacity to 164.9 MW

SAEL has commissioned 14.9 MW biomass power plant in Rajasthan, raising operational agri waste-to-energy capacity to 164.9 MW.

Business | 10/06/2026 | By EI News Network

CMR Listing, Ardee IPO Bring India’s Metal Recycling Industry Into Market Spotlight

CMR’s market debut and Ardee’s planned IPO are drawing investor attention to India’s expanding metal recycling sector.

Business | 10/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Radiance Renewables Commissions 87 MWp Solar Project in Karnataka

Radiance Renewables has commissioned an 87 MWp solar power project at Korwar, Karnataka, which is expected to generate nearly 3.48 million MWh of green energy, advancing towards its target of 2 GW of operational RE capacity.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 10/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Reliance to Develop 168 MW Data Centre for Meta in Jamnagar, Gujarat

Reliance Industries will develop a 168 MW data centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat, for Meta under a long-term lease agreement, with the facility scheduled for delivery within two years and designed to support Meta’s global AI and computing infrastructure.

Business | 10/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Quality Power to Acquire Winwin Speciality Insulators in INR 315 Crore Deal

The proposed transaction will strengthen Quality Power's presence in the high-voltage equipment segment as investments in transmission infrastructure, grid modernisation, renewable energy integration and HVDC networks gather pace globally.

Business | 10/06/2026 | By Abha Rustagi

Trinasolar, Ecohope Solar Sign MoU for 600 MW Module Supply at SNEC PV Power Expo 2026

Trinasolar has signed an MoU with Ecohope Solar at SNEC PV Power Expo 2026 for the planned purchase and distribution of 600 MW of its Vertex N G3 and Vertex S+ G3 solar modules across Southeast Asia, the Middle East and Africa over the next three years.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 10/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey