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
ITA Backs 11 Indian Clean Industry Projects with USD 18 Billion Potential Investment
The Industrial Transition Accelerator has selected 11 Indian clean industrial projects representing over USD 18 billion in potential investment and more than 7.8 million tonnes of annual carbon abatement, with support focused on helping the projects overcome barriers and reach financial investment decisions.
Business | 13/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Motilal Oswal Group Commits INR 1,500 Crore Investment in Inox Clean Energy
Inox Clean Energy has secured an INR 1,500 crore investment commitment from the Motilal Oswal Group through CCDs, with INR 1,000 crore already invested, to support its growth and inorganic expansion.
Investment & Trading | 13/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
India’s 2026 Solar Additions Set to Cross 50 GWdc: Wood Mackenzie
Wood Mackenzie forecasts India to add more than 50 GWdc of solar capacity in 2026, following a record 34 GWdc addition in H1 2026, up 38 percent year-on-year. It further expects a slowdown in capacity in H2 2026 owing to domestic cell capacity constraints and higher module prices.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 13/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
MiniMines has secured an Indian patent for its Hybrid Hydrometallurgy technology, enabling high purity recovery of critical minerals and spherical graphite from end of life lithium ion batteries.
Business | 13/08/2026 | By EI News Network
EKA Mobility Opens First Full-Range Electric Commercial Vehicle Dealership in Kanpur
EKA Mobility opens its first full-range dealership in Kanpur with Stellar Mobility, offering electric three wheelers, commercial vehicles, buses and trucks.
Business | 13/08/2026 | By EI News Network
BLive, Tata Motors Partner to Deploy Up to 1,000 Electric Mini Trucks
BLive partners with Tata Motors to deploy up to 1,000 electric mini trucks through its franchise-owned commercial EV fleet programme, BLive PRIME, backed by INR 100 crore investment.
Business | 13/08/2026 | By EI News Network
Juniper Green Energy Commissions Additional 167 MW Wind Capacity Since July 2026
Juniper Green Energy has commissioned around 167 MW of wind capacity across five projects in Gujarat, Rajasthan and Maharashtra since July 1, 2026, taking its total operational portfolio to approximately 2.57 GWp.
Renewable energy / Wind Power | 13/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
MMCM Appoints Prasad S. Shetty as Chief Financial Officer
MMCM appoints Prasad S. Shetty as CFO, strengthening financial leadership and governance as the company expands its circular economy and carbon market operations.
Business | 13/08/2026 | By EI News Network
NISE Proposes Revised Solar Pump Controller Specifications with Higher Efficiency, BESS Integration
The National Institute of Solar Energy’s draft revised specifications propose higher efficiency benchmarks, wider PV operating ranges, support for battery storage and grid interaction, and multifunctional use of solar pump controllers to enhance the utilisation and reliability of PM-KUSUM solar assets.
Standards & Certifications | 13/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Indo-German GSDP Conversation Series Brings Young Leaders Together for Sustainable Development
The German Embassy hosted the 11th GSDP Conversation Series, bringing young leaders together to advance inclusive, climate resilient sustainable development.
Policies & Regulations | 13/08/2026 | By EI News Network
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