Waaree Energies begins construction of 10 GW ingot, wafer plant in India
Waaree Energies has started building a 10 GW solar ingot and wafer manufacturing facility in the Indian state of Maharashtra, aimed at strengthening the nation’s upstream solar supply chain.
Vikram Solar’s PowerHive unit launches VION lithium batteries in India
PowerHive, Vikram Solar’s energy storage subsidiary, has launched the VION lithium battery range for homes, e-rickshaws, and distributed energy projects, marking the company’s entry into electric mobility and residential backup storage.
India launches tender for 1 GW round-the-clock renewable power
Solar Energy Corp. of India (SECI) has started accepting bids to develop 1 GW of round-the-clock renewable power projects, with energy storage systems required to ensure continuous supply.
Eastman launches 800 MW solar module plant in India
Eastman Auto & Power has started production at an 800 MW solar panel factory in the Indian state of Haryana.
Waaree Solar Americas invests $30 million in Omani polysilicon supplier
Waaree Solar Americas has agreed to invest about $30 million in United Solar Holdings to secure long-term supplies of traceable polysilicon for its expanding solar manufacturing operations.
Involtics unveils GTSI single-phase hybrid inverter for homes
India-based Involtics has launched its GTSI series of single-phase hybrid inverters in 3 kW, 3.6 kW, 5 kW and 6 kW sizes for residential solar systems.
ACME Solar signs 450 MW PPA in India, commissions new 38 MW/82 MWh BESS
ACME Solar has signed two power purchase agreements (PPAs) totaling 450 MW under a firm, dispatchable renewable energy (FDRE) project with SJVN Ltd. It also commissioned an additional 38 MW/82 MWh at its Jaisalmer battery energy storage system (BESS) facility in Rajasthan.
Group Surya commissions 500 MW G12R module line in India
Group Surya has launched a 500 MW G12R solar module production line in Odisha, India, with plans to double capacity to 1 GW within months.
Indian renewables gain 8.6 GW of relief after court delays on bird protections
India Ratings and Research said India’s Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) will treat commissioning delays linked to Supreme Court proceedings over the Great Indian Bustard as a force majeure-like event, easing liquidated-damages risk for about 8.6 GW of renewable projects.
RENA secures 1.2 GW TOPCon equipment order in India
RENA Technologies says it will supply advanced wet chemical processing systems for Celloraa Energy’s 1.2 GW tunnel-oxidized passivated contact (TOPCon) solar cell line in Gujarat, India, with water consumption cut by 50%, H₂O₂-free processes, and start of cell production targeted for the end of fiscal 2026–27.
