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

Vashi Integrated Solutions Signs PAN-India Distribution Deal with Sigenergy

The collaboration between Vashi Integrated Solutions and Sigenergy will support the deployment of advanced energy solutions while expanding Sigenergy’s partner and installer network across India.

Business | 03/09/2026 | By News Bureau

Windergy India 2026 to Bring Global Wind Industry Together in Chennai

Windergy India 2026 will focus on scaling wind deployment, strengthening supply chains and unlocking new opportunities in offshore and repowering.

Renewable energy / Wind Power | 03/09/2026 | By News Bureau

GoodWe Completes DNV Technology Review of UT Series Utility-Scale Inverters

GoodWe has completed an independent DNV technology review of its UT Series utility-scale string inverters, covering product performance, reliability, manufacturing quality, supply-chain management and global service capabilities. The review provides an independent technical reference for due diligence, equipment selection and long-term risk assessment.

Standards & Certifications | 03/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

POWERGRID Wins ISTS Project to Evacuate 6 GW of Renewable Energy from Rajasthan

POWERGRID has won a tariff-based competitive bidding process to develop an ISTS project for evacuating 6 GW of renewable energy from Rajasthan’s Barmer Complex, with annual transmission charges of INR 3,244.33 crore.

Smart Grid / T&D | 03/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Tata Power Commissions Second Element of Jalpura-Khurja Transmission Project

Tata Power commissions a key transmission corridor and GIS substation in Uttar Pradesh to support rising electricity demand and enhance grid reliability.

Power R&D | 03/09/2026 | By News Bureau

UPCL Invites Bids for 100 MW/250 MWh Standalone BESS Projects in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand Power Corporation has issued three tenders for developing a total of 100 MW/250 MWh of standalone BESS capacity across multiple substations in Uttarakhand. Bid submission ends on September 15, 2026.

Energy Storage | 03/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Elan Energy Wins BPCL Assignment to Develop 5–10 TPD CBG Plants

Elan Energy secures a BPCL consultancy assignment to develop 5–10 TPD CBG plants in Maharashtra and Haryana, converting municipal waste and paddy straw into renewable energy.

Renewable energy / Biomass | 03/09/2026 | By News Bureau

Gateway Distriparks Accelerates Freight Electrification with Blue Energy Motors

Gateway Distriparks has deployed Blue Energy Motors’ electric trucks at its Gurugram facility, advancing cleaner and more sustainable freight transportation.

Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 03/09/2026 | By News Bureau

Maharashtra Government Partners with Project Mumbai for Mumbai Climate Week 2027

Mumbai Climate Week 2027 will bring government, industry, experts and civil society together to advance climate action and sustainable urban development.

Business | 03/09/2026 | By News Bureau

Powertrac Group, Sarvaiya Group Sign Agreement for 100 MW Distributed Solar Projects

Powertrac Group has signed an agreement with Sarvaiya Group to develop 100 MW of distributed solar projects for its IPP portfolio, with the projects planned to supply renewable power to Gujarat DISCOMs under PPAs.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 03/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

 
 
 
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