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
SJVN Commissions 75 MW Jamui Solar Project in Bihar
SJVN has achieved COD for its 75 MW Jamui Solar Power Project in Bihar, adding clean energy capacity while supporting local employment and reducing carbon emissions.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 12/08/2026 | By News Bureau
Maharashtra Cabinet Approves 25 Percent Land Transfer Fee Exemption for Renewable Energy Projects
Maharashtra Cabinet has approved a 25 percent exemption on land transfer fees and a complete stamp duty waiver on subsequent transfers for land used in renewable energy projects under the state’s Renewable Energy and Energy Storage Policy 2025-36.
Policies & Regulations | 12/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Octillion Power Systems has commissioned its third Indian manufacturing facility in Halol, Gujarat, strengthening domestic EV battery production and supporting the country’s expanding electric mobility ecosystem.
Energy efficiency | 12/08/2026 | By News Bureau
Ola Electric Secures Five-Year PLI Window, Unlocks Up to INR 7,240 Crore for Cell Manufacturing
MHI approves revised timelines for Ola Electric’s 20 GWh ACC allocation, enabling incentives through CY2031 as the company scales domestic cell manufacturing.
Renewable energy / Other Renewables | 12/08/2026 | By News Bureau
ACME Solar Completes INR 2,147 Crore Refinancing for 450 MW Solar Portfolio
ACME Solar has completed an INR 2,147 crore refinancing for 12 operational SPVs representing 450 MW of solar capacity, redeeming their existing NCDs and offshore dollar bonds.
Business | 12/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
EDF Consortium Achieves Financial Close for 120 MW Oman Wind Project
EDF led consortium achieves financial close for Oman’s 120 MW Jaalan Bani Bu Ali wind project, supporting renewable energy expansion and decarbonisation.
Middle East Market | 11/08/2026 | By EI News Network
Waaree Renewable Technologies Secures 124 MWp Solar EPC Order
Waaree Renewable Technologies secures a 124 MWp solar EPC order, with project completion scheduled during financial year 2026 27.
Business | 11/08/2026 | By EI News Network
MNRE Plans Polysilicon Incentive Scheme to Strengthen Domestic Solar Manufacturing
MNRE plans incentives to boost domestic polysilicon manufacturing, reducing import dependence and strengthening India’s solar supply chain and energy security.
Policies & Regulations | 11/08/2026 | By EI News Network
Salasar Techno Engineering Secures INR 134.51 Crore POWERGRID Order for Puducherry Substations
Salasar Techno Engineering is executing a INR 134.51 crore 110 kV substation package for POWERGRID, supporting grid modernisation, power reliability and future load growth in Puducherry.
Power R&D | 11/08/2026 | By News Bureau
Pahal Solar Secures Top DNV Bankability Rating, Expands Integrated Solar Manufacturing Capacity
Pahal Solar receives a top DNV bankability rating while expanding its Surat facility with 2.4 GW of cell capacity and 3 GW each of aluminium frames, ribbon and EPE capacity.
Solar manufacturing | 11/08/2026 | By News Bureau
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