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
Hero Future Energies Wins 120 MW FDRE-RTC Project in SECI Auction at INR 5.25/kWh
Hero Future Energies secures a 120 MW FDRE-RTC project from SECI at INR 5.25/kWh, strengthening its portfolio of hybrid renewable and energy storage projects aimed at delivering reliable round-the-clock clean power.
Business | 18/08/2026 | By News Bureau
Inox Clean Energy Completes INR 6,000 Crore Acquisition of Vena Energy India Platform
Inox Clean Energy completes its acquisition of Vena Energy India Holdings for approximately INR 6,000 crore, adding nearly 1 GW of operational renewable capacity and strengthening its solar, wind and BESS portfolio.
Business | 18/08/2026 | By News Bureau
KPI Green Energy Energises Additional 130 MW at 370 MW Wind-solar Hybrid Project in Gujarat
KPI Green Energy has energised an additional 130 MW AC/195 MW DC solar capacity under its 370 MW AC/677 MW DC wind-solar hybrid project in Bharuch, Gujarat, taking the project’s cumulative energised capacity to 269.7 MW AC/389.7 MW DC.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 18/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Premier Energies’ Long-Term Credit Rating Upgraded to A+/Positive by CRISIL
Premier Energies receives a one-notch upgrade in its long-term credit rating from CRISIL Ratings to A+/Positive, supported by strong financial performance, INR 3,011 crore in Q1 FY27 orders and continued expansion of its solar manufacturing capacity.
Standards & Certifications | 18/08/2026 | By News Bureau
Odisha Cabinet Extends Duty Exemptions for RE Net Metering and Standalone BESS Projects
Odisha Cabinet has extended an INR 0.50 /unit electricity duty exemption for eligible net-metering consumers using RE power and an INR 0.20 /unit STU charge exemption for standalone BESS, while removing the 500 MW wind-project cap and introducing provisions for wind parks and captive RE projects under OREP 2022.
Policies & Regulations | 18/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Sungrow to Supply 152 MW/606 MWh BESS for Verano Energy’s Project in Chile
Sungrow has been selected by Verano Energy to supply a 152 MW/606 MWh PowerTitan 2.0 BESS for the Observatorio solar-plus-storage project in Chile, backed by a 25-year LTSA.
Energy Storage | 18/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Turkey, Saudi Arabia Expand Renewable Energy Cooperation to 5,000 MW
Turkey and Saudi Arabia plan an additional 3,000 MW renewable energy agreement, raising their planned bilateral capacity to 5,000 MW.
Middle East Market | 18/08/2026 | By EI News Network
UPERC Proposes Grid Code Regulations 2026 to Strengthen RE and Energy Storage Integration
UPERC has proposed Grid Code Regulations 2026 to strengthen renewable integration, energy storage, grid reliability, resource planning and secure power system operations in Uttar Pradesh.<br />
Policies & Regulations | 17/08/2026 | By EI News Network
Tata Power, IIT Bombay Partner to Accelerate Commercialisation of Next-Gen Clean Energy Technologies
The partnership will combine IIT Bombay’s research capabilities with Tata Power’s industry expertise across smart grids, power electronics, energy storage, electric mobility, AI, cybersecurity, carbon capture and circular economy solutions, supporting India’s transition towards a resilient and sustainable energy system.
Business | 17/08/2026 | By News Bureau
GUVNL Invites Bids for 1,000 MW/4,000 MWh Standalone BESS Projects in Gujarat
Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam has issued a tender for developing 1,000 MW/4,000 MWh of standalone BESS projects in Gujarat. Bid submission ends on September 14, 2026.
Energy Storage | 17/08/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Vipin Malhotra
Business Head
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Ishver Dholakiya
Founder and MD
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Manasvi Sharma
CEO
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Tarun Singh, Country Head - India
and Ann Moore, Power & Utilities Industry Principal
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Pavit Gandhi
Executive Vice President - Sales
India Needs Grid-Forming Inverters to Integrate More Solar, Wind