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
BRPL, REConnect Energy Sign Agreement for 25 MWh BESS in Delhi
BSES Rajdhani Power Ltd. has signed an agreement with REConnect Energy’s SPV FlexGrid One to develop a 12.5 MW/25 MWh grid-forming BESS at the Shivalik Grid Substation in South Delhi, with commissioning expected by April 2027.
Energy Storage | 19/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Covenergo, Delta Capacity Partner on 300 MWh BESS Project in Finland
Covenergo and Delta Capacity have partnered to develop the 125 MW/300 MWh AKKU One BESS project in Lapinlahti, Finland, with commissioning targeted for Q4 2027.
Energy Storage | 19/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Advait Group Signs 1 GWh Cell Deal with HiTHIUM for BESS
Advait Group has signed a 1 GWh cell supply deal with HiTHIUM for its Advait Gangad manufacturing unit.
Business | 19/09/2026 | By EI News Network
Maharashtra Clarifies Renewable Energy and Storage Policy Targets
Maharashtra has issued FAQs explaining how its renewable energy and storage policy will be implemented.
Policies & Regulations | 18/09/2026 | By EI News Network
US House Passes Russia Bill, India Faces 100 Percent Tariff Risk
US House has passed Russia sanctions bill, allowing 100 percent tariffs on India over Russian oil.
Policies & Regulations | 18/09/2026 | By EI News Network
Industry Commits INR 3,590 Crore for Decarbonisation
Industry commits INR 3,590 crore for decarbonisation at CII Energy Efficiency Summit 2026.
Business | 18/09/2026 | By EI News Network
Zenergize Launches 15 kW Three-Phase Solar Inverter
Zenergize unveils 15 kW three-phase solar inverter at Infineon’s OktoberTech event in Bengaluru.
Business | 18/09/2026 | By EI News Network
Sungrow Tests Oscillation Control at 500 MW Qinghai Plant
Sungrow reproduces and suppresses wideband oscillation at a 500 MW solar-storage plant in Qinghai.
Business | 18/09/2026 | By EI News Network
InSolare Energy Bags 50 MWp Solar EPC Projects with 10.8 MWh BESS
InSolare Energy has secured 50 MWp of solar EPC projects integrated with 10.8 MWh of BESS capacity from a cement manufacturer, with projects planned across Rajasthan, Karnataka and Maharashtra.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 18/09/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Sunfraa Green Energy Partners with Adani Solar in Varanasi
Sunfraa Green Energy partners with Adani Solar to expand its authorised channel network and support rooftop solar adoption in Varanasi.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 18/09/2026 | By News Bureau
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