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
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
Pace Digitek's Lineage Power Partners with Bondada Renewable to Support Future BESS Projects
Lineage Power, a subsidiary of Pace Digitek enters into a strategic partnership with Bondada Renewable Energy to collaborate on future Battery Energy Storage System projects, strengthening the supply ecosystem for India's expanding energy storage market.
Business | 13/07/2026 | By News Bureau
Solplanet Showcases Next-Generation 510 kW Utility-Scale Inverter at Intersolar Europe 2026
Solplanet unveiled the prototype of its next-generation 510 kW utility-scale inverter at Intersolar Europe 2026, expanding its high-power inverter portfolio for large-scale solar projects.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 13/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Trinasolar Powers Philippines' 37 MW RASLAG 4 Solar Project
The RASLAG 4 Solar Power Plant, equipped with more than 55,000 Trinasolar modules, has commenced operations in the Philippines, adding nearly 37 MW of solar capacity to the grid while contributing to cleaner electricity generation and emissions reduction.
Renewable energy / Solar PV | 13/07/2026 | By News Bureau
Belding India Launches Hybrid BESS at India Energy Storage Week 2026
Belding India has introduced its indigenously developed Hybrid Battery Energy Storage System, offering a solution for enhancing the efficiency of diesel generator-based power systems through lower fuel consumption, improved power quality and renewable energy integration.
Business | 13/07/2026 | By News Bureau
CERC Introduces Four-Option Framework for RE Projects with Unsigned PPAs Under GNA Connectivity
The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission has introduced a one-time regulatory framework allowing renewable energy developers with connectivity granted against LoAs, but without signed Power Purchase Agreements, to retain, modify, surrender or substitute their connectivity under the GNA Regulations.
Policies & Regulations | 13/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
Pattern Energy, SRP Sign PPA for 600 MW of SunZia Wind Power
Pattern Energy and Salt River Project (SRP) have signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for up to 600 MW of power from the SunZia project, strengthening Arizona's renewable energy supply to meet rising electricity demand while supporting grid reliability and decarbonisation.
Renewable energy / Wind Power | 13/07/2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey
SAEL Bags NTPC Renewable LoA for 585.8 MWp Chitrakoot Solar PV Project
SAEL Solar P6 has secured an NTPC Renewable Energy contract to manufacture and supply TOPCon solar PV modules for the 585.8 MWp Chitrakoot-1 solar project in Uttar Pradesh.
Business | 12/07/2026 | By EI News Network
CEA Proposes New Grid Connectivity Rules to Support Renewable Energy Expansion
CEA has issued the draft Grid Connectivity Regulations 2026, proposing updated technical standards, compliance requirements and testing procedures to facilitate renewable energy, battery storage, HVDC integration and grid reliability.
Policies & Regulations | 12/07/2026 | By EI News Network
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