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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

Bondada Engineering Secures INR 469 Crore BoS Contract from Adani Group

Bondada Engineering has secured orders worth INR 469.52 crore from the Adani Group for Balance of System works on a 250 MW solar power project at Khavda, Gujarat.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 18/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

Pace Digitek Wins INR 7,099 Million BESS Contract from NLC India Renewables

Pace Digitek has secured a major EPC and long-term O&M contract from NLC India Renewables for a 250 MW / 500 MWh Battery Energy Storage System project across multiple locations in Tamil Nadu.

Business | 18/05/2026 | By News Bureau

IB Solar’s Abhinav Mahajan Wins ‘Energy Leader of the Year’ Award at UP Energy Expo 2026

Abhinav Mahajan, Marketing Director of IB Solar, has received the ‘Energy Leader of the Year – Solar PV Modules’ award at UPEX 2026.

Standards & Certifications | 18/05/2026 | By Abha Rustagi

Tata Power and DGPC Partners to Build Skill Development Ecosystem for Bhutan’s Clean Energy Sector

The MoU signed between Tata Power and DGPC in Thimphu aims to create a future-ready workforce for 5,000 MW clean energy projects through phased training programmes led by Tata Power Skill Development Institute.

Business | 18/05/2026 | By News Bureau

INVT Unveils New Automation and Energy Solutions at Goa Strategy Summit

INVT hosted its Strategy and New Product Launch 2026 summit in Goa, bringing together industry leaders, distributors and partners to discuss India’s industrial transformation and clean energy future.

Business | 18/05/2026 | By News Bureau

KP Group Appoints Rajesh Shrivastava as Executive Director

KP Group has appointed Rajesh Shrivastava as Executive Director, bringing nearly 37 years of experience across the power, infrastructure and renewable energy sectors.

Business | 18/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

OCI Energy, Arava Power Partner for 670 MWdc La Salle Solar Project in Texas

OCI Energy and Arava Power have partnered on the 670 MWdc La Salle Solar project in Texas, with Arava acquiring a 50 percent stake to jointly develop and operate the utility-scale facility targeted for commissioning in 2028.

Renewable energy / Solar PV | 18/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

HPERC Issues Draft Renewable Energy Tariff Amendment Regulations, 2026

Himachal Pradesh Electricity Regulatory Commission (HPERC) has proposed amendments aligning state renewable energy tariff regulations with 2024 CERC norms.

Policies & Regulations | 17/05/2026 | By EI News Network

SLR Solar Inaugurates 800 MW TOPCon Solar Module Manufacturing Facility in Rajasthan

SLR Solar has inaugurated an 800 MW fully automated AI-driven solar PV module manufacturing facility in Kishangarh, Rajasthan, which will produce next-generation TOPCon glass-to-glass solar modules. The company plans to scale capacity to 3 GW and expand into EVA sheet and junction box manufacturing at a later stage.

Solar manufacturing | 16/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey

MNRE Issues Operating Guidelines for INR 2,584.60 Cr Small Hydro Power Development Scheme

The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has launched the INR 2,584.60 crore Small Hydro Power Development Scheme for FY27-FY31 to support the installation of around 1,500 MW of new small hydro capacity across India. The Scheme was approved by the Union Cabinet in March 2026, and now MNRE has also issued operational guidelines.

Policies & Regulations | 16/05/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey