India, Jan. 22 -- LG has introduced a new range of air conditioners in India that meet the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) star rating norms scheduled for 2026. The company has started the rollout ahead of the summer season, making it one of the early brands to align its air conditioner portfolio with the upcoming energy standards.

The revised BEE norms aim to raise energy efficiency benchmarks for home appliances in India. The 2026 framework brings stricter limits on power consumption to reduce electricity use and align domestic standards with global practices. Under the new rules, the criteria for assigning star ratings have changed. As a result, some models that earlier carried a 5-star rating may now fall under a lower category. LG...