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
Sunsure Energy Secures INR 262 Crore Debt for 75 MW Solar Open Access Project in Tamil Nadu
FMO and Axis Bank backed the llayangudi solar project, marking the Dutch development bank's first investment in India's group captive C&I renewable energy financing.
Business | 06/07/2026 | By News Bureau
WattPower Supports 4.5 MW Agrivoltaics Project to Boost Dual Land Use in Madhya Pradesh
WattPower's inverter technology powers Khare Energy's 4.5 MW agrivoltaics project, combining solar energy with strawberry cultivation to maximise land use, support rural incomes and promote sustainable renewable energy development.
Business | 06/07/2026 | By News Bureau
NCEET-DTU, ASSOCHAM Sign MoU to Advance Clean Energy Innovation and Industry Collaboration
The National Centre of Excellence for Energy Transition at Delhi Technological University and ASSOCHAM have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen collaboration in clean energy research, innovation, skill development and industry engagement.
Business | 06/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Shakti Pumps, GK Energy Secure MSEDCL Empanelment for 25,000 Solar Pumps in Maharashtra
Shakti Pumps and GK Energy have received Letters of Empanelment from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Company for the supply and installation of a combined 25,000 off-grid solar photovoltaic water pumping systems worth nearly INR 590 crore under the Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump Yojana.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 06/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Vikram Solar Commissions Tamil Nadu Module Plant, Advances Integrated Solar Manufacturing Vision
Vikram Solar commissions its new Gangaikondan manufacturing plant in Tamil Nadu, with the first Hypersol N-Type TOPCon solar module rolling off the production line, marking a significant milestone in the company's expansion and India's drive for self-reliant solar manufacturing.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 06/07/2026 | By News Bureau
SJVN Commissions India's Largest Single-Site 1 GW DCR Solar Project in Rajasthan
SJVN’s DCR solar project will supply renewable power to Rajasthan, Uttarakhand and Jammu & Kashmir while advancing the country's Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 06/07/2026 | By News Bureau
CEA Notifies Technical Standards for Solar, Wind, Floating Solar and BESS Projects
The Central Electricity Authority has notified the Technical Standards for Construction of Electrical Plants and Electric Lines (Amendment) Regulations, 2026, establishing comprehensive technical standards for solar, wind, floating solar and Battery Energy Storage System projects. The regulations will come into effect from April 1, 2027.
Policies & Regulations | 06/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Trinasolar Signs 200MW MoU with SWY to Expand Vertex G3 Solar Module Distribution in Myanmar
The partnership between Trinasolar and Shwe Wah Yaung Agriculture company targets Myanmar’s residential, commercial and industrial solar markets over three years, expanding Trinasolar's APAC footprint for its next-generation Vertex N G3 and Vertex S plus G3 modules.
Business | 06/07/2026 | By News Bureau
Oswal Pumps Bags INR 235.92 Cr MSEDCL Order for 10,000 Solar Water Pumps
Oswal Pumps has secured an additional INR 235.92 crore order from MSEDCL to supply and install 10,000 off-grid solar water pumping systems under the PM-KUSUM Component-B 'Magel Tyala Saur Krushi Pump' Yojana in Maharashtra.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 06/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Syria Launches Gas Field Project with Saudi Firm ADES to Boost Production
Syria has begun developing gas fields with Saudi firm ADES in Homs, aiming to increase output by 50 percent by mid-2027 as Gulf investments accelerate the country's post-war energy sector reconstruction.
Middle East Market | 04/07/2026 | By EI News Network
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