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
BSPGCL Floats Tender for 150 MW Solar Project with 75 MW/300 MWh BESS in Bihar
Bihar State Power Generation Company Ltd. has invited bids for a 150 MW solar project integrated with a 75 MW/300 MWh battery energy storage system, with bid submissions closing on August 21, 2026.
Business | 02/08/2026 | By EI News Network
Himachal Pradesh to Procure 1,000 More Electric Buses, Eyes 100 Hydrogen Buses
While flagging off 297 new electric buses for HRTC in Solan district, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced that the state will procure 1,000 more electric buses this year and is considering the induction of 100 hydrogen-powered buses.
Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 01/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
The Indian Electrical and Electronics Manufacturers' Association hosts the first edition of ElectraNorth 2026 in New Delhi that spotlighted northern India's expanding energy demand, investment opportunities, grid modernisation, renewable energy, battery storage, and innovation-driven manufacturing.
Business | 01/08/2026 | By News Bureau
CERC Proposes New Transmission Charge Waiver Framework for Renewable Energy and BESS
CERC has proposed retaining ISTS charge waivers for eligible renewable energy projects delayed solely due to non-availability of the inter-state transmission system, while extending waiver benefits to eligible co-located renewable energy and battery energy storage system projects and introducing reforms to support renewable energy integration.
Policies & Regulations | 01/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Vikran Engineering Bags INR 120.69 Crore POWERGRID Contract for 400 kV GIS Substation Expansion
Vikran Engineering to design, supply, erect, and commission 400 kV GIS infrastructure at three major substations that will enhance grid reliability, strengthen inter-regional power transmission and improve power evacuation capabilities.
Power R&D | 01/08/2026 | By News Bureau
TERI, in collaboration with Landesa, has released two research publications that proposes practical measures such as a Digital Renewable Energy Atlas, participatory mapping, agrivoltaics, and stronger community engagement to ensure India’s clean energy transition remains environmentally sustainable, socially inclusive, and economically resilient.
Standards & Certifications | 01/08/2026 | By News Bureau
CEEW, SECI Sign MoU to Support Design of Next-Gen Power Market Mechanisms
The Council on Energy, Environment and Water and the Solar Energy Corporation of India have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on policy research, market design and knowledge exchange for a clean, reliable and affordable electricity sector.
Power R&D | 01/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
CleanMax Doubles Revenue to INR 832 Cr in Q1 FY27, Contracted RE Portfolio Reaches 6.8 GW
CleanMax reported Q1 FY27 revenue of INR 832 crore, up 107 percent from Q1 FY26, with adjusted EBITDA of INR 494 crore and PAT of INR 55 crore, while its contracted renewable energy portfolio expanded to 6.8 GW. The company has commissioned 500 MW of RE projects across India during the quarter.
Business | 01/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
MNRE Withdraws March 2024 ALMM Clarification, Retains Case by Case Relief
MNRE has withdrawn its March 2024 ALMM clarification with immediate effect but will continue considering exemption requests from eligible uncommissioned renewable energy projects on a case-by-case basis.
Policies & Regulations | 31/07/2026 | By EI News Network
INA Solar Launches 'Azaadi Mahotsav 2026' Campaign to Boost Solar Adoption
INA Solar has launched its nationwide 'Azaadi Mahotsav 2026' campaign to promote solar adoption, highlighting electricity bill savings, clean energy awareness and its expanding domestic solar manufacturing capacity.
Business | 31/07/2026 | By EI News Network
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