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SECI Announces Winners of 4.4 MW Rooftop Solar Project Auction

The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has announced the winners of its auction to set up 4.455 MW of grid-connected rooftop solar projects (Tranche IX) across India under the renewable energy service company model. The tend...

July 24, 2026

Manufacturing

Could US FEOC Rules Create New Export Opportunities for Indian Solar Manufacturers?

With the U.S. beginning to enforce the Foreign Entity of Concern (FEOC) rules and global buyers accelerating China+1 sourcing strategies, Indian solar module manufacturers are positioning themselves to capture new export opportuni...

July 24, 2026

Manufacturing

Standalone Solar Module Makers Seek 18-Month ALMM List-II Extension

The All India Solar Module Manufacturers (AISMM) has urged Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) Pralhad Joshi to provide an 18-month, output-linked transition for the mandatory use of solar cells listed under the App...

July 23, 2026

Markets & Policy

Open Access Will Drive Large-Scale C&I Renewable Adoption: Interview

India added 2.7 GW of solar open access capacity in the first quarter of 2026, up 55% quarter-over-quarter, according to the Q1 Mercom India Solar Open Access Market Report. The growth was supported by favorable policies, growing ...

July 24, 2026

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China’s Solar Capacity Tops 1.27 TW but Capacity Additions Drop 66% in 1H 2026

China added 158.7 GW of new power generation capacity in the first half (1H) of 2026, according to the latest electricity statistics released by the National Energy Administration (NEA). Solar accounted for the largest share of new capacity...

July 24, 2026

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Tesla Q2 2026 Revenue Rises 26% on Record Deliveries, Misses Earning Estimates

Electric vehicle (EV) maker Tesla reported total revenue of $28.24 billion in the second quarter (Q2) of 2026, a 26% year-over-year (YoY) increase from $22.5 billion, driven by vehicle deliveries, higher automotive sales, and continued growth in its...

July 24, 2026

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Daily News Wrap-Up: Solar Module Makers Seek 18-Month ALMM-II Extension

The All India Solar Module Manufacturers urged Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi to provide an 18-month, output-linked transition for the mandatory use of solar cells listed under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers...

July 24, 2026

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Navitas Solar, Caelux Partner to Make 5 GW Tandem Solar Modules in India

Surat-based solar module manufacturer Navitas Solar has entered into a five-year partnership with California-based perovskite technology company Caelux Corporation to develop and manufacture 5 GW of hybrid tandem solar modules in India. Under the...

July 23, 2026

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Electricity Regulations Must Balance Accountability with Developer Flexibility: Interview

Stricter regulations and project oversight can discourage speculative developers, but they may also inadvertently affect genuine developers facing legitimate execution challenges that delay project timelines. According to Shri Venkatesh, Founding...

July 23, 2026

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Malaysia Launches 2.65 GW Solar Program with 1.25 GW Energy Storage

Malaysia’s Ministry of Energy Transition and Water Transformation (PETRA) has launched the sixth Large-Scale Solar (LSS6) program, offering 2,650 MW of solar capacity and 1,250 MW of battery storage capacity across three procurement packages. PETRA...

July 23, 2026

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