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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

CERC Drafts New DSM Rules for Renewables and Energy Storage

CERC proposes DSM reforms with daily market-based pricing, renewable deviation rules, energy storage provisions, and revised settlements.

Policies & Regulations | 30/05/2026 | By EI News Network

Emmvee Earns Kiwa PVEL ‘Top Performer’ Recognition for Fourth Consecutive Year

Solar manufacturer’s n-type TOPCon bifacial modules excel in the 2026 PV Module Reliability Scorecard, highlighting sustained excellence in quality and performance.

Standards & Certifications | 30/05/2026 | By News Bureau

NLC India Renewables Incorporates JV with NCRTC for 110 MW Captive Solar Power Projects in UP

NLC India Renewables has incorporated a joint venture with National Capital Region Transport Corporation to develop grid-connected solar PV projects, following the award of a 110 MW captive solar project in Uttar Pradesh.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 30/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

NTPC Green Energy Floats EPC Tender to Develop 7,800 MWh BESS at Bikaner Solar Plant in Rajasthan

NTPC Green Energy has issued an EPC tender for setting up 1,950 MW/7,800 MWh battery energy storage systems at NTPC Renewable Energy’s Bikaner Solar Plant in Rajasthan. Bid submission ends on June 25, 2026.

Energy Storage | 30/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

GH2 India, CertifHy Partner to Support Hydrogen Certification Readiness for Indian Market

CertifHy and GH2 India have signed a letter of intent at the World Hydrogen Summit 2026 to strengthen hydrogen certification readiness in India and support Indian renewable hydrogen developers seeking access to the EU RFNBO market.

Standards & Certifications | 30/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

REC, ERDA Partner for Third-Party Quality Testing of Materials to be Deployed Under RDSS

REC has signed an MoU with the Electrical Research and Development Association to enhance third-party quality testing, technical support and quality assurance frameworks for materials used under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme.

Standards & Certifications | 30/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Sumitomo Corporation to Invest in 694 MW BESS Projects in UK

Sumitomo Corporation, through its joint venture company Summit Transition Partners (STP), has announced investment in a 694 MW portfolio of utility-scale battery energy storage projects in the UK and entered into a strategic BESS partnership with Gresham House.

Investment & Trading | 30/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey