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
AXITEC’s 600Wp Bifacial Technology Powers New Rooftop Solar Project in Rajasthan
AXITEC Energy India has supplied its 600Wp AXIbiperfect GXXL TS bifacial solar modules for a 750 kWp rooftop solar installation in Ghiloth, Rajasthan. Executed by Polaris Renewable Solutions, the project to enhance energy yield and support the facility’s transition to clean, reliable, and high-efficiency solar power.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 03/08/2026 | By News Bureau
Rajasthan Leads PM KUSUM Decentralised Solar Capacity, Ranks Third in Solar Pumps
Rajasthan has emerged as the top state under PM KUSUM Component A with over 1,236 MW of decentralised solar capacity and ranks third nationally in standalone solar pump installations, according to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy.
Policies & Regulations | 03/08/2026 | By EI News Network
Tripura Surpasses 15 MW Rooftop Solar Capacity Under PM Surya Ghar Scheme
Tripura has installed 15.3 MW of rooftop solar capacity under the PM Surya Ghar scheme, with 4,460 households adopting solar and INR 32.52 crore in subsidies disbursed to 3,853 consumers.
Policies & Regulations | 03/08/2026 | By EI News Network
Masdar Funded 25 MW Wind Project in Jordan Advances with EPC Contract Signing
Jordan signed an EPC contract for a UAE funded 25 MW Ma'an wind project, with Masdar financing five turbines to strengthen renewable energy.
Middle East Market | 03/08/2026 | By EI News Network
Coal India Floats Tender for 187.50 MW/750 MWh BESS Project in Telangana
Coal India has invited bids for the EPC development of a 187.50 MW/750 MWh Battery Energy Storage System project at Choutuppal substation in Telangana, including 15 years of O&M. Bid submission ends on August 19, 2026.
Energy Storage | 03/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Triveni Engineering Appoints Vivek Viswanathan as Whole-time Director to Drive Post-Merger Growth
Triveni Engineering & Industries has appointed Vivek Viswanathan as an Additional Director, Whole-time Director and Key Managerial Personnel for a five-year term effective August 1, 2026.
Business | 03/08/2026 | By News Bureau
K.P. Energy Signs 100 MW Wind Power PPA with GUVNL, Expands IPP Portfolio Beyond 250 MW
K.P. Energy has signed a 25-year power purchase agreement with GUVNL for a 100 MW wind power project in Gujarat at a tariff of INR 3.435 per unit, taking its independent power producer portfolio beyond 250 MW.
Business | 03/08/2026 | By EI News Network
Greaves Electric Mobility Secures INR 530 Crore Equity Infusion to Accelerate EV Innovation
Greaves Electric Mobility has raised INR 530 crore through a fully subscribed rights issue. The fresh capital will support the development of next-generation electric vehicles, battery management systems, powertrains and advanced technologies.
Business | 03/08/2026 | By News Bureau
GMIDC Invites EOI for 200 MW Floating Solar Project with BESS in Maharashtra
Godavari Marathwada Irrigation Development Corporation has invited bids to develop, operate and maintain a 200 MW floating solar PV project with a co-located BESS on the Purna reservoir in Hingoli district, Maharashtra, under the PPP model.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 03/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Origis Energy Commissions Additional 500 MWdc at Rockhound Solar Complex in Texas
Origis Energy has commissioned three additional phases of its Rockhound Solar complex in Ector County, Texas, increasing the site's operational solar capacity to nearly 1 GWdc. The company plans to increase the complex’s solar plus storage capacity to over 2 GW by 2029.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 03/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Vipin Malhotra
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Ishver Dholakiya
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Manasvi Sharma
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