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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

IRENA Urges Faster Renewable Energy Expansion to Boost Global Energy Security

IRENA urges nations to accelerate renewables and electrification to strengthen energy security amid global fossil fuel market disruptions.

Policies & Regulations | 22/05/2026 | By EI News Network

PM Modi Urges Push for Alternative Energy Amid West Asia Crisis

PM Modi urges alternative energy expansion and faster reforms amid West Asia crisis disrupting global oil and gas supplies.

Policies & Regulations | 22/05/2026 | By EI News Network

Suzlon Secures 195 MW Repeat Order from Sunsure Energy, Expands 3 MW Platform Footprint to Nearly 9 GW

Suzlon will supply 65 wind turbine generators for Sunsure Energy’s 195 MW Karnataka project, reinforcing India’s growing commercial and industrial renewable energy market while expanding its 3 MW platform adoption.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 21/05/2026 | By News Bureau

Emobi’s New AKX E-Scooter to Feature Musashi e-Axle for Higher Torque, Smoother Ride

EV startup Emobi has announced its AKX two-wheeler will integrate Musashi Seimitsu Industry’s e-Axle technology, promising better acceleration, pick-up torque, and low-noise performance.

Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 21/05/2026 | By News Bureau

GIPCL Plans 20 MW/120 MWh Vanadium Flow Battery Project at Vadodara Gas Plant

GIPCL issued specifications for a 20 MW/120 MWh vanadium flow battery project in Gujarat supporting long-duration energy storage.

Business | 21/05/2026 | By EI News Network

Voltide Solutions and JEM Energy Launches BESS-as-a-Service Model to Replace Diesel Backup in Commercial Spaces

Voltide Solutions and JEM Energy have introduced the BESS-as-a-Service model to accelerate clean energy adoption in commercial spaces. The first deployment at Uru Brewpark in Bengaluru replaced diesel generators with silent, emission-free battery backup, saving nearly 1,000 litres of diesel.

Business | 21/05/2026 | By News Bureau

Rajasthan Can Save INR 57,000 Crore in a Decade by Replacing New Coal Capacity with Solar and Storage: Sunrise State Report

Climate Risk Horizons’ report “Sunrise State” finds that Rajasthan could save up to INR 57,000 crore over a decade by replacing new coal-based power generation with solar energy and 8-hour battery storage systems, highlighting a cost-effective pathway to strengthen clean energy adoption, reduce curtailment, and improve grid reliability.

Energy efficiency | 21/05/2026 | By News Bureau