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
Dalmia Bharat Lays Foundation for INR 3,100 Crore Green Cement Plant in Andhra Pradesh
Dalmia Bharat will invest INR 3,100 crore in a new Kadapa cement plant powered by over 80 percent renewable energy, creating 1,000 jobs and expanding sustainable manufacturing capacity by FY28.
Business | 16/07/2026 | By EI News Network
Cabinet Approves INR 1.27 Lakh Crore Semicon 2.0 to Boost India's Semiconductor Ecosystem
The Union Cabinet has approved the Semicon 2.0 programme with a total outlay of INR 1,27,500 crore to strengthen India's semiconductor design and manufacturing ecosystem through long-term policy support.
Policies & Regulations | 16/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
ACME Solar Secures INR 2,646.64 Crore REC Funding for 450 MW Assured Peak Power Project
ACME Solar’s hybrid project integrates solar power and battery energy storage to deliver reliable, dispatchable renewable energy under a 25-year PPA with SJVN.
Business | 16/07/2026 | By News Bureau
KBR leads funding round with participation from Databricks Ventures as the British AI company strengthens global expansion and scales its Orbital foundation AI platform for energy operations.
Business | 16/07/2026 | By News Bureau
Amara Raja Commissions INR 500 Crore 60 MWh Battery CQP in Telangana
Amara Raja Advanced Cell Technologies has commissioned a Customer Qualification Plant in Telangana to manufacture lithium-ion cells for OEM qualification and approval ahead of its planned 2 GWh commercial-scale cell production in CY2027. Built at an investment of INR 500 crore, it forms part of the company's INR 9,500 crore, 16 GWh Gigfactory.
Energy Storage | 16/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
POWERGRID Commissions Khavda Phase IV Transmission Project for 7 GW RE Evacuation
POWERGRID has commissioned the Khavda Phase IV transmission project, enabling evacuation of up to 7 GW of renewable energy from Gujarat.
Business | 16/07/2026 | By EI News Network
RRVPNL Monetises Spare Fiber Network Through Sterlite Electric Partnership
RRVPNL has monetised its 17,000 km fiber network through Sterlite Electric, generating new revenue and strengthening Rajasthan's digital connectivity infrastructure.
Business | 15/07/2026 | By EI News Network
EAC-PM report urges rapid energy storage deployment to improve grid flexibility and support India's expanding renewable energy capacity efficiently.
Policies & Regulations | 15/07/2026 | By EI News Network
INVT Electric India will present its latest industrial automation and energy-efficient drive technologies at Automation Expo 2026 in Mumbai, featuring live demonstrations of application-focused solutions for manufacturing, infrastructure and process industries.
Business | 15/07/2026 | By News Bureau
CEA Proposes Mandatory External Safety Audit Framework for BESS Installations
The Central Electricity Authority has issued a draft framework for mandatory external safety audits of Battery Energy Storage System installations, proposing standardised audit procedures, technical checklists and compliance requirements to enhance the safety and reliability of grid-scale energy storage projects.
Policies & Regulations | 15/07/2026 | 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
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Pavit Gandhi
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