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
Masdar Secures Financial Close for USD 6.1 Billion Solar and Battery Storage Project in Abu Dhabi
Masdar has achieved financial close for its USD 6.1 billion solar and battery storage project in Abu Dhabi, backed by USD 5.1 billion in financing to deliver continuous renewable power.
Middle East Market | 13/07/2026 | By EI News Network
Naveen Jindal Group will invest over INR 70,000 crore in Jharkhand across steel, nuclear and solar projects, creating over 11,000 direct jobs while strengthening manufacturing capacity and supporting clean energy development.
Business | 13/07/2026 | By EI News Network
Kazam Launches Free Integration Drive to Onboard CPOs onto Unified Bharat e-Charge
Kazam's seven-day programme aims to help eligible charge point operators connect to the national EV charging interoperability platform at no initial integration cost.
Business | 13/07/2026 | By News Bureau
IB Solar Showcases Technology-Driven Solar Manufacturing as US Energy Leaders Visit Noida Facility
The US delegation toured the company's manufacturing facility, where IB Solar demonstrated its technology-driven production processes and quality control systems. The discussions centred on India's expanding solar manufacturing ecosystem, resilient supply chains and opportunities for greater international collaboration in the clean energy.
Business | 13/07/2026 | By Abha Rustagi
JBM Electric Vehicles, DRIVN Partner to Deploy 500 Electric Luxury Buses Across India
JBM Electric Vehicles and DRIVN partnership aims to expand commercial electric bus adoption by offering fleet operators an integrated solution that includes vehicle leasing, maintenance and charging support, reducing upfront investment requirements.
Business | 13/07/2026 | By News Bureau
Zelio E-Mobility Expands Manufacturing Footprint with New EV Plant in Coimbatore
The new Tamil Nadu facility adds 60,000 units of annual production capacity, taking the Zelio E-Mobility's total installed manufacturing capacity to 2.4 lakh electric vehicles per year.
Other Energy Applications / Sustainable Transport | 13/07/2026 | By News Bureau
Avaada Electro Commissions First 3 GW Line at 6 GW TOPCon Solar Cell Facility in Nagpur
Avaada Electro begins production at its integrated Butibori manufacturing complex as part of plans to expand solar cell capacity to 12 GW and strengthen India's domestic solar manufacturing ecosystem.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 13/07/2026 | By News Bureau
RenewSys Appoints Rajesh Singh as CEO of Encapsulants and Backsheets Business
Rajesh Singh succeeds from his role as Chief Technology Officer and will lead the company's photovoltaic materials business, overseeing technology, manufacturing and business growth as demand for advanced solar module components continues to rise.
Business | 13/07/2026 | By News Bureau
AmpereHour Energy Inaugurates BESS Manufacturing and Integration Facility in Pune
AmpereHour Energy’s new Chakan facility will manufacture and integrate Make in India BESS for utility-scale and commercial applications, with a planned production capacity of 5 GWh.
Energy efficiency | 13/07/2026 | By News Bureau
GIZ India Signs MoU with Tripura Govt to Advance Distributed Renewable Energy
GIZ India has signed a three-year MoU with the Department of Power, Government of Tripura, represented by the Tripura State Electricity Corporation and Tripura Renewable Energy Development Agency, to promote distributed renewable energy, strengthen policy frameworks and support clean energy initiatives in the state.
Business | 13/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Vipin Malhotra
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Ishver Dholakiya
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Manasvi Sharma
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