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
KEC International Secures New Orders Worth INR 1,180 Crore
KEC International has secured new orders worth INR 1,180 crore across renewables, transmission and distribution, civil, and cables and conductors business, including a 200 MW solar PV project in Western India, strengthening its year-to-date order intake to over INR 5,200 crore.
Business | 15/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
British International Investment and the Emerging Africa and Asia Infrastructure Fund have partnered to finance Blueleaf Energy's renewable energy expansion in India, supporting the development of 850 MW of clean energy capacity and advancing the country's low-carbon transition.
Business | 14/07/2026 | By News Bureau
Mangalam Worldwide Commissions 10.4 MW Captive Solar Plant in Gujarat
Mangalam Worldwide has commissioned a 10.4 MW ground-mounted captive solar power project at its plant in Halol, Gujarat, taking its total operational solar capacity to 11.6 MW. The scale-up in renewable capacity is aimed at insulating operations against price volatility and strengthening export readiness for stainless steel global infrastructure markets
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 14/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Saudi Arabia to Explore Investment Opportunities in Pakistan's Power Sector
Saudi Arabia is exploring investment opportunities in Pakistan’s power transmission, smart grids and energy infrastructure as both countries strengthen cooperation to modernise Pakistan’s electricity sector.
Middle East Market | 14/07/2026 | By EI News Network
KERC Grants Deemed Approval for Renewal of Mini-Hydro and Wind PPAs Completing 20-Year Term
The Karnataka Electricity Regulatory Commission has issued a suo motu order providing deemed approval for the renewal of Power Purchase Agreements of eligible mini-hydro and wind projects completing their initial 20-year term, subject to specified conditions.
Policies & Regulations | 14/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Exide to Invest Additional INR 1,400 Crore in Bengaluru Lithium Ion Cell Plant
Exide Industries will invest additional INR 1,400 crore in its Bengaluru lithium ion cell plant this fiscal, with commercial revenue expected from Q3 as it expands domestic EV battery manufacturing capacity.
Business | 14/07/2026 | By EI News Network
PeakAmp Partners with Curve Electric to Strengthen End-of-Life EV Battery Circularity
The partnership between PeakAmp and Curve Electric introduces a structured battery exchange programme aimed at improving battery traceability, resource recovery and circularity within India's electric mobility ecosystem.
Business | 14/07/2026 | By News Bureau
Luminous Launches New Brand Film Featuring Sachin Tendulkar for EDGE Portable Power Series
Luminous Power Technologies has unveiled a new brand film starring Sachin Tendulkar to highlight the versatility and dependable performance of its EDGE Portable Power Series, showcasing the product's ability to power outdoor adventures, entertainment and creative pursuits.
Business | 14/07/2026 | By News Bureau
REMCL Floats Tender for 17 MW Solar Project with 12.5 MW/50 MWh BESS on Railway Land in Gujarat
REMCL has invited bids for a 17 MW solar and 12.5 MW/50 MWh BESS project on Gujarat railway land under BOO model.
Business | 14/07/2026 | By EI News Network
Meine Electric Unveils Fast-Charging Iron-Air Battery for Daily Long-Duration Energy Storage
Meine Electric introduces a fast-charging iron-air battery system featuring a proprietary Fast Charge Long Discharge technology, independently validated by CES that is designed to support daily renewable energy storage with a 6-hour charging cycle and 18-hour discharge capability.
Energy Storage | 14/07/2026 | By News Bureau
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