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
TPWODL Surpasses 111 MW Rooftop Solar Capacity Across Western Odisha
TPWODL has enabled over 111 MW of rooftop solar capacity across Western Odisha, reducing annual CO₂ emissions by nearly 1.32 lakh tonnes and expanding access to affordable clean energy through government-backed incentives and innovative financing models.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 29/07/2026 | By News Bureau
ACME Solar Secures INR 3,404.57 Crore PFC Funding for 250 MW FDRE Project
ACME Solar secures INR 3,404.57 crore in long-term funding from PFC for its 250 MW FDRE project, advancing the development of a hybrid renewable energy facility with integrated battery storage across Rajasthan and Gujarat.
Business | 29/07/2026 | By News Bureau
Inox Wind Secures INR 1,600 Crore Repeat Order from NLC India for 200 MW Wind Project
Inox Wind has secured a repeat turnkey order worth INR 1,600 crore from NLC India to develop a 200 MW wind power project, strengthening its order book to 4.7 GW.
Renewable energy / Wind Power | 29/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
NIT Rourkela Develops AI Based System to Monitor and Clean Solar Panels
NIT Rourkela researchers have developed patented AI system using federated learning to monitor solar panels, detect faults and optimise cleaning operations.
Business | 28/07/2026 | By EI News Network
Cosmic PV Power Secures CTE Approval for 1.10 GW Solar Cell Plant in Madhya Pradesh
Cosmic PV Power has received the Consent to Establish (CTE) approval for its 1.10 GW TOPCon solar cell manufacturing facility in Narmadapuram, Madhya Pradesh.
Solar manufacturing | 28/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
India’s AI Data Centre Boom Set to Add 26.3 GW Load, Raising Grid Stability Concerns
India’s AI data centre expansion is projected to add 26.3 GW power demand by 2031-32, raising concerns over grid stability and transmission.
Business | 28/07/2026 | By EI News Network
LNK Energy Achieves Financial Closure for Phase 1 of 6 GW Integrated Solar Manufacturing Facility
LNK Energy has achieved financial closure for Phase 1 of its 6 GW integrated solar manufacturing facility in Maharashtra with the State Bank of India.
Solar manufacturing | 28/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Ampere Partners with Muthoot Capital to Expand Affordable EV Financing Across India
Ampere has partnered with Muthoot Capital Services to provide customer-centric financing solutions for its electric two-wheeler portfolio, aiming to reduce affordability barriers and accelerate EV adoption across India.
Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 28/07/2026 | By News Bureau
EUROBOND Commissions 2.2 MW Captive Solar Plant in Surat, Takes Total Capacity to 3.6 MW
EUROBOND has commissioned a 2.2 MW grid-connected captive solar plant in Surat, increasing its total solar capacity to 3.6 MW and enabling it to meet 50 percent of its factory's power requirements through renewable energy.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 28/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Coal India surpassed its Q1 FY27 capital expenditure target by investing INR 3,399 crore across mining infrastructure, land acquisition, coal evacuation systems and solar projects, reinforcing its production goals and clean energy transition.
Business | 28/07/2026 | By News Bureau
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