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
Vikram Solar to Invest INR 15,037 Crore in Tamil Nadu BESS Manufacturing Facility
Vikram Solar has signed an MoU with the Tamil Nadu government to establish a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) manufacturing facility in Tirunelveli with an investment of INR 15,037 crore.
Business | 10/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
REC Signs INR 5,000 Crore MoU with TREDA to Support Renewable Energy Projects in Tripura
REC Ltd. has signed an MoU with the Tripura Renewable Energy Development Agency to provide financial support of up to INR 5,000 crore for renewable energy projects in the state. The MoU was signed during the Destination Tripura Business Conclave 2026.
Business | 10/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
MNRE Extends BIS Certification Deadline for Above 200 kW Solar Inverters till December 31
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has extended the self-certification deadline for BIS compliance of solar PV (SPV) inverters above 200 kW till December 31, 2026, citing limited testing infrastructure.
Policies & Regulations | 10/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Replus Engitech Recognised as Leading BESS Manufacturer at IESA Excellence Awards 2026
The award, announced during India Energy Storage Week 2026, acknowledges Relus Engitech's work in battery energy storage systems as India expands renewable energy integration and grid-scale storage deployment.
Business | 10/07/2026 | By News Bureau
LICO Materials and Ather Energy Partner to Build Circular Battery Recycling Ecosystem for EVs
The collaboration establishes an end-of-life lithium-ion battery collection and material recovery system, supporting India's critical mineral security and sustainable EV supply chain.
Energy efficiency | 10/07/2026 | By News Bureau
Lineage Power Signs MoUs with Onward Solar Power and Kalpa Power at IESW 2026
Pace Digitek's subsidiary, Lineage Power, has signed two MoUs with Onward Solar Power and Kalpa Power to supply domestically manufactured Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) solutions for their future projects, at India Energy Storage Week 2026.
Energy Storage | 10/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Havells Forays into BESS Segment Through Strategic Collaboration with Norway’s Pixii AS
Havells India and Norway's Pixii AS have entered into a strategic collaboration to introduce modular Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) for residential, commercial and industrial applications in India.
Energy Storage | 10/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
DEE Development Engineers Raises INR 300 Crore, Order Book Stands at INR 2,428 Crore
DEE Development Engineers has raised INR 300 crore through a preferential equity issue to institutional investors, strengthening its balance sheet while maintaining a INR 2,428 crore order book and strong FY27 order inflows.
Business | 10/07/2026 | By EI News Network
Kuwait's AEP Plans Equity Raise to Expand Renewable Energy Business Across MENA
Kuwait-based Alternative Energy Projects Company will raise equity through Kamco Invest and Burgan Bank to fund solar and hybrid projects while expanding operations across Kuwait, Oman, Jordan and Saudi Arabia.
Middle East Market | 09/07/2026 | By EI News Network
Solfin Secures CARE A- Rating, Plans INR 500–600 Crore Debt Raise for Green Finance
Solfin Sustainable Finance Pvt. Ltd. will raise INR 500–600 crore in institutional debt after receiving a CARE A- rating, aiming to deploy nearly INR 1,000 crore for distributed clean energy financing across India.
Business | 09/07/2026 | By EI News Network
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