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 Bags 400 MW Module Supply Order for Agri-Solar Projects in Maharashtra
Vikram Solar has secured a 400 MW 620 Wp N-Type TOPCon G12R modglass-to-glass bifacial half-cut modules supply order from an EPC player for decentralised solar projects across Maharashtra, with deliveries scheduled to begin in October 2026.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 29/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
DEWA Completes USD 2.7 Bn Noor Energy 1 Refinancing
DEWA completes USD 2.7 billion refinancing of 950 MW Noor Energy 1 solar project in Dubai.
Middle East Market | 28/09/2026 | By EI News Network
North Star Appoints Shivanand Nimbargi as MD and CEO
Shivanand Nimbargi will lead North Star’s renewable energy platform and projects in India.
Business | 28/09/2026 | By EI News Network
FICCI-Nangia Report Flags Grid Stability Risks in India
FICCI-Nangia report flags grid stability gaps amid rapid renewable energy growth in India.
Business | 28/09/2026 | By EI News Network
UltraTech Kukurdih Plant Hits 100 Percent Green Power Usage
UltraTech’s Kukurdih Cement Works in Chhattisgarh has met 100 percent of its monthly electricity requirement through green energy since April 2026.
Energy efficiency | 28/09/2026 | By News Bureau
IRENA: 1.2 TW Annual Renewable Additions Needed by 2030
IRENA says annual renewable additions must reach 1.2 TW to meet the 2030 target.
Business | 28/09/2026 | By EI News Network
SWITCH Mobility Secures 840 Electric Bus Order From Antony Road
SWITCH Mobility’s order from Antony Road covers 9-metre and 12-metre electric buses, supporting large-scale public transport electrification in Delhi.
Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 28/09/2026 | By News Bureau
Exide Commissions 6 GWh Phase-I Lithium-ion Cell Manufacturing Facility
Exide Industries’ subsidiary Exide Energy Solutions has commissioned the first 6 GWh phase of its lithium-ion cell manufacturing facility in Bengaluru, with plans to supply domestically made cells for EV and energy storage applications.
Energy Storage | 28/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
A national conference organised by The Energy and Resources Institute highlighted the need for coordinated action across battery manufacturing, deployment, second-life applications and recycling to build a resilient and circular battery ecosystem in India.
Energy Storage | 28/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
IEEMA Appoints Hartek Singh as President-Elect for 2026–27
Hartek Group CMD will support IEEMA’s policy and strategic agenda, with a focus on manufacturing, exports, grid modernisation and energy transition.
Business | 28/09/2026 | By News Bureau
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