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PM Modi Lays Foundation for 500 MWh BESS in Tamil Nadu

PM Modi has laid foundation for 250 MW/500 MWh BESS in Chennai, INR 17,000 crore VOC Port plan announced.

Policies & Regulations | 13/10/2026 | By EI News Network

Gopin Semicon Enters ALMM List-II, Total Solar Cell Capacity Under ALMM Reaches 37.8 GW

Surat-based Gopin Semicon has entered the MNRE’s ALMM List-II with 402 MW of N-type TOPCon solar cell capacity, taking the total listed cell manufacturing capacity to 37,795 MW.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 12/10/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

India, Singapore Plan 2,000 MW Cross-Border Power Corridor

India and Singapore plan a 2,000 MW power link via Myanmar, Thailand and Malaysia for regional energy security.

Policies & Regulations | 09/10/2026 | By EI News Network

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

Centre Waives Excise Duty on E22–E30 Ethanol-Blended Petrol, Signals Next Phase of Biofuel Push

The Centre has exempted higher ethanol-blended petrol from excise duty, creating a fiscal framework for E22-E30 fuels and reinforcing India's strategy to expand biofuel use, reduce oil imports and support cleaner energy.

Policies & Regulations | 12/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Hitachi Energy to Invest INR 2,000 Crore in Large Power Transformer Factory in Gujarat

Hitachi Energy has announced an investment of approximately INR 2,000 crore to set up a new large power transformer manufacturing facility in Karjan, Vadodara, with commissioning planned for FY28.

Business | 12/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

EESL Invites Bids for 50 MW Solar Plant with 10MW/40 MWh Battery Storage Project in Odisha

EESL seeks bidders for turnkey solar project with battery storage, including design, installation, operation, and grid integration systems in Odisha.

Business | 12/06/2026 | By EI News Network

Onix Renewable Commissions 115 MW of PM-KUSUM Solar Projects in Gujarat

Onix Renewable has undertaken a total of 187 MW of PM-KUSUM projects spread across 60 locations in Gujarat, making it one of the largest contributors to the scheme in the state.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 12/06/2026 | By Abha Rustagi

GAP Group Launches Dholera's First Co-working Hub to Support India's Growing Semiconductor Ecosystem

The co-working facility, scheduled to become operational by October 2026, is located directly opposite the Tata Semiconductor Fab in Dholera Special Investment Region, providing ready-to-use office infrastructure for semiconductor manufacturers, suppliers, EPC contractors, consultants and project teams establishing operations in the region.

Business | 12/06/2026 | By Abha Rustagi

NTPC Green Energy Tenders EPC Package for 200 MWh BESS Project in Uttar Pradesh

NTPC Green Energy has issued an EPC tender for setting up a 50 MW/200 MWh battery energy storage system (BESS) at NTPC UP Green Energy’s upcoming solar plant in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh. Bid submission ends on July 10, 2026.

Energy Storage | 12/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

DHL Expands New Energy Logistics Network as Global Demand for Resilient Supply Chains Rises

The German logistics company said it would bolster its capabilities across renewable energy and clean technology supply chains, citing rising customer demand and growing investments in energy infrastructure worldwide.

Business | 12/06/2026 | By Abha Rustagi

Sungrow, GoodWe, Hoymiles, Solis Feature in Wood Mackenzie's Top 10 Inverter Manufacturers

Sungrow and Huawei topped Wood Mackenzie’s 2026 Global Solar Inverter Manufacturer Ranking for the second consecutive year - both companies met all eight benchmark criteria assessed across technology, manufacturing, service and financial performance. SMA, GoodWe, Enphase, Hoymiles, Solis, SolarEdge, Fronius, Solplanet and APSystems are in the Top 10.

Standards & Certifications | 12/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

EV Powertrain Firm Tsuyo Manufacturing Among 120 Startups Selected for Bharat Innovates 2026

Tsuyo Manufacturing has been selected among 120 startups for the Ministry of Education’s Bharat Innovates 2026 programme, which will be held in Nice, France, from June 14–16, 2026, to showcase promising Indian technology ventures on a global platform.

Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 12/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

NLC India, CSIR-CECRI Sign MoU to Advance Rare Earth and Critical Mineral Recovery Technologies

NLC India has signed an MoU with CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute to jointly study and develop technologies for the recovery of rare earth elements and other critical minerals from overburden materials and tailings generated at its Neyveli mines in Tamil Nadu.

Business | 12/06/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey