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
Solar Cell Capacity Under ALMM Reaches 37.39 GW in October 2026
MNRE has updated the ALMM List-II, adding 529 MW of Mono-PERC solar cell capacity in October 2026, taking the total enlisted capacity to 37,393 MW. Premier Energies Photovoltaic, a subsidiary of Premier Energies, has added 529 MW of capacity, taking the company’s total enlisted capacity to 3,812 MW.
Policies & Regulations | 07/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
MNRE Mandates Country-Coded Model Numbers for Solar Modules
MNRE has mandated country-coded model numbers for solar PV modules registered with BIS.
Policies & Regulations | 05/10/2026 | By EI News Network
MHI Approves 382 Sites for Delhi EV Charging Network
MHI has approved 382 sites in Delhi to expand the city’s electric vehicle charging network.
Policies & Regulations | 05/10/2026 | By EI News Network
MoRTH Mandates Cybersecurity Testing for Wireless-Enabled EV BMS
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has introduced new cybersecurity requirements for wireless-enabled BMS in electric two- and three-wheelers, mandating seven security assessments to protect critical battery functions from unauthorised access, cyberattacks and remote manipulation.
Policies & Regulations | 09/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
India Adds 3.83 GW RE Capacity in August 2026, Total Addition in FY27 Reaches 20.20 GW
India has added 3,828.73 MW of solar and wind capacity in August 2026, comprising 3,445.30 MW of solar and 383.43 MW of wind power, according to MNRE data. In FY27, the country added 20,204.83 MW, including 17,779.35 MW of solar and 2,425.48 MW of wind capacity. India’s total installed RE capacity has reached about 295.55 GW.
Business | 09/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
KP Group’s KPI Green Energy to Develop 110 MW Floating Solar Project at Kadana Dam
KP Group’s KPI Green Energy will develop a 110 MW AC/142 MW DC floating solar project at Kadana Dam for GSECL, with foundation stone laid online by PM Modi.
Business | 09/09/2026 | By EI News Network
Vedanta Invests INR 21,000 Crore to Strengthen India’s Metals and EV Supply Chain
Vedanta’s investments across aluminium, zinc, copper, steel, nickel and critical minerals aim to expand domestic materials capacity for India’s growing electric mobility ecosystem.
Business | 09/09/2026 | By News Bureau
ABB, Rolls-Royce SMR Explore Technology Partnership for 470 MW Nuclear Units
The collaboration between ABB and Rolls-Royce SMR aims to strengthen the technology ecosystem for SMR projects as demand grows for reliable, affordable and low-carbon baseload power.
Renewable energy / Other Renewables | 09/09/2026 | By News Bureau
World EV Day 2026: India’s EV Surge Raises the Next Big Question - Can Infrastructure Keep Pace?
As sales increase, consumers will judge EVs not only on purchase price or range but also on the quality of the infrastructure and services surrounding them. Charging availability, uptime, roadside assistance, battery reliability, after-sales service and repair capability will increasingly determine whether the rapid growth of EV sales can be sustained.
Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 09/09/2026 | By Abha Rustagi
Enviro Infra Engineers Arm Bags 180 MW Wind Project EPC Contract from Tata Power Renewables
Enviro Infra Engineers has announced that its step-down subsidiary Suyog Urja has secured an EPC contract worth approximately INR 190 crore from Tata Power Renewable Energy for a 180 MW NTPC wind power project at Parli, Maharashtra.
Renewable energy / Wind Power | 09/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
KP Energy Receives First Karnataka Order from Emmvee Energy for 42 MW Group Captive Hybrid Project
KP Energy has received an LOI from Emmvee Energy to develop a 42 MW wind-solar hybrid project in Karnataka under the Group Captive mode, comprising 21 MW of wind and 21 MWp of solar capacity. This marks KP Group’s first order in Karnataka.
Business | 09/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Adecco India Says India’s Battery Industry Could Generate Up to 2 Million Jobs by 2030
According to Adecco India, around 70 percent of battery-sector hiring demand is expected to be concentrated around major gigafactory clusters, with emerging opportunities in Tier-2 and Tier-3 corridors.
Business | 09/09/2026 | By News Bureau
Jio-bp Signs MoU with DRIVN to Accelerate Commercial EV Charging Network
Jio-bp and DRIVN will explore integrated charging, preferential tariffs, turnkey solutions and bridge commercial EV leasing with reliable charging infrastructure across identified cities and highways.
Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 09/09/2026 | By News Bureau
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