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New Delhi: Ola Electric on Tuesday unveiled a special edition of Roadster X+, to mark the milestone of one-millionth vehicle roll-out from its Future Factory in Krishnagiri, Tamil Nadu. The special edition has been launched in a midnight blue finish with sporty red accents on the dual-tone seat, rims, and battery pack. The celebratory model also incorporates badges made from recycled copper waste and electroplated bar ends, highlighting the brand's sustainability focus. Ola Electric's growth has been driven by its popular S1 electric scooter line-up and the recently launched Roadster X motorcycles, the company said in a statement. At its annual 'Sankalp' event, the company also announced vehicles integrated with its indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell. The line-up includes: Deliveries for the S1 Pro+ and Roadster X+ will begin this Navratri, while the S1 Pro Sport will hit the market in January 2026.
Bengaluru, 4th December 2024- PURE EV, one of India's leading electric two-wheeler manufacturers, has unveiled an ambitious roadmap to strengthen its presence nationwide and expand globally while introducing innovative solutions for sustainable mobility. Over the next 30 months, the company aims to add 250 new dealerships, taking its total network to over 320 across India. The expansion will be driven by the growing demand for long-range scooters, electric motorcycles, large B2B contracts, and the company's entry into the house-hold brand space. Dr. Nishanth Dongari, Founder & MD of PURE EV, ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 1: Bhavish Aggarwal-led Ola Electric sold 20,189 electric scooters in the month of June -- a massive 45 per cent drop (year-on-year) compared to 36,859 units from the same month previous year (June 2024), the government's VAHAN data showed on Tuesday. This decline has taken a toll on its market share, which has shrunk from 46 per cent in June 2024 to just 19 per cent now. The situation is no better on the stock market. Ola Electric, which is nearing the one-year mark since its public listing, has seen its share price fall steeply. On Tuesday afternoon, the stock was trading at ...Read More >
Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], August 4 (ANI): The Jharkhand government declared a three-day state mourning, starting Monday, following the passing of the state's former Chief Minister and co-founder of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha, Shibu Soren. "In honour of the late Honourable former Chief Minister-cum-Rajya Sabha MP, the State Government has decided to observe 03 (three) days of state mourning from August 4 to August 6," the message from the Jharkhand government read. Also Read | Kerala Shocker: 47-Year-Old Man Dies by Suicide After Failing to Arrange Funds for Son's Engineering College Admission. ...Read More >
Chennai, April 2 (UNI) Indian government-owned NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) and Hyderabad-based aerospace firm Dhruva Space Private Limited have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to jointly work on the design, manufacture, testing, and supply of solar panels for global satellite manufacturers. Chennai, Apr 2 (UNI) Battery powered two wheeler maker Ola Electric Mobility Ltd today announced price reduction of Rs.60,000 for its electric motorcycle, Roadster X 9.1 kWh, enabled by rapid economies of scale at its Gigafactory and deep vertical integration of its indigenously developed 4680 ...Read More >
Suzuki Motorcycles India Pvt Ltd (SMIPL) is going to renew its presence in the 125 cc scooter segment with the launch of the new Burgman Street. This follows the launch of Avenis last year and is expected to include multiple design updates. Before the official event, the brand teased the upcoming model on social media. The short clips released by the brand give a glimpse of the design of the upcoming model. New Suzuki Burgman Street: Design Based on the teaser, the new Suzuki Burgman Street wil ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 6 (PTI) The incentive scheme for recycling of critical minerals, such as copper, lithium, nickel, cobalt and rare earth elements, is in the final stages, a mines ministry official said on Friday. The Union budget has allocated Rs 1,500 crore for recycling of critical minerals under the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM), Joint Secretary in Mines Ministry Dinesh Mahur said during an event here. He said, "the incentive scheme for recycling is in its final stages." Earlier, the government had approved a Rs 16,300-crore National Critical Mineral Mission, envisaging a total o ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 2: The Hero Vida VX2 electric scooter has been launched in India at a starting price of INR 59,490 (ex-showroom) for Go Variant with BaaS. The Hero VX2 Plus variant starts at INR 64,990 with BaaS. Vida VX2 is the most affordable e-scooter launched by Hero MotoCorp in its Vida series. However, the Indian two-wheeler company only offers the Hero Vida VX2 e-scooter at the INR 59k price, i.e., without including the battery. Interested customers can opt for a battery subscription module. As a part of Hero MotorCorp's BaaS (battery-as-a-service), customers must subscribe to battery ...Read More >
New Delhi: As India and the US prepare to seal a deal aimed at boosting bilateral trade, New Delhi is aiming for a balanced outcome while Washington is focused on securing deeper market access for its goods. Though India has drawn red lines around its sensitive sectors -- agriculture, dairy, and genetically modified (GM) food -- the US continues to push for significant concessions. It has signalled a potential 6% duty relief from the 16% reciprocal tariff hike announced on 2 April, which remains on hold until 9 July. However, three people familiar with the matter said that even if partial re ...Read More >
Eco Recycling has expanded its e-waste and lithium-ion battery recycling capacity in Maharashtra by 18,000 metric tonnes, reaching a total capacity of 31,200 MTPA. The new plant, located in Vasai, supports India's E-Waste Management Rules, 2022, and aligns with the Extended Producers Responsibility framework. Eco Recycling, a prominent waste management entity, announced on Friday that it has augmented its capacity for repurposing e-waste and lithium-ion batteries by 18,000 metric tonnes with the ...Read More >
Tirupati: A large consignment of mobile phones in the luggage compartment of the Vemuri Kaveri Travels bus may have significantly intensified the inferno and accelerated the loss of lives, it has emerged.A consignment of 234 new smartphones was being transported in the bus going to Bengaluru from Hyderabad. Preliminary investigation revealed that a Hyderabad-based businessman, identified as Manganath, was transporting the consignment of mobile phones, worth approximately Rs 46 lakh, Kurnool polic ...Read More >
New Delhi: Electric cars and two-wheelers clocked record monthly sales in March as customers advanced purchases amid aggressive promotions and fears of fuel and vehicle price hikes in FY27. Electric car registrations -- a proxy for retail sales as carmakers report only dispatches to dealers -- rose 49% on-year to 19,711 units in March, while those of electric two-wheelers surged 36% to 177,485 units, Vahan portal data on Tuesday showed. Also Read: India's EV transition must be inclusive, economically sustainable, says HD Kumaraswamy Momentum may Continue The previous monthly high for elect ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 29 (PTI) Homegrown Premier Energies on Monday announced securing multiple solar contract worth USD 19.95 million (around Rs 177 crore) Republic of Benin, West Africa. These projects are part of a national initiative by the Government of Benin to expand access to reliable, sustainable clean energy, Premier Energies said in a statement. Implementation will be carried out by Premier Energies in collaboration with the General Directorate of Energy Planning and Rural Electrification, under the Ministry of Energy, Water and Mines, Republic of Benin. The scope of the contracts cover ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 3 (PTI) Major companies across sectors, including automakers, consumer electronics, and consumer goods, have reported record sales during the nine-day auspicious Navratri period, according to data shared by leading firms. The robust sales were aided by the recent GST reform, which saw a substantial drop in tax rates, leading to price reductions across consumer goods, appliances, such as TVs (above 32-inch screen size), air conditioners and automobiles. The industry reported a spike in sales from day one on September 22, when the new slashed rates came into effect. Encouraged ...Read More >
KOLKATA: NavPrakriti, a lithium-ion battery recycling and refurbishment company, has announced a plan to partner with over 150 battery companies and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) in the next three years. Through this, the company aims to create an extensive network for collecting, recycling, and refurbishing spent batteries, leveraging advanced technology and strategic industry collaborations to ensure safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible battery management across the value chain. According to industry projections, the country's demand for lithium batteries is set to soa ...Read More >
Patna, Aug 1 (PTI) Healthcare services were affected at AIIMS-Patna on Friday as resident doctors went on an "indefinite strike" in protest against the alleged high-handedness of Sheohar MLA Chetan Anand. According to a press statement issued by the Resident Doctors' Association (RDA), AIIMS-Patna, on Friday, "The RDA expresses deep disappointment and anguish over the lack of action by the administration following the violent and traumatic incident that occurred on Wednesday, when MLA Chetan Anand, his wife and their armed guards breached hospital security, physically assaulted staff, and thr ...Read More >
Thoothukudi, India. Vietnam's Vinfast on Monday began production at a $500 million electric vehicle plant in southern India's Tamil Nadu state, part of a planned $2 billion investment in India and a broader expansion across Asia. The factory in Thoothukudi will initially make 50,000 electric vehicles annually, with room to triple output to 150,000 cars. Given its proximity to a major port in one of India's most industrialized states, Vinfast hopes it will be a hub for future exports to the region. It says the factory will create more than 3,000 local jobs. The Vietnamese company says it scou ...Read More >
New Delhi: The country's largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki has announced the rollout of its first made-in-India electric vehicle - the e-Vitara SUV - in a major boost to the green segment from its upgraded Gujarat plant, which is now set to become one of the world's largest automotive manufacturing hubs with a projected annual capacity of one million units. Crucially, this facility will serve as Suzuki's global production base for electric vehicles (EVs), exporting to over 100 countries, including advanced markets in Japan and Europe, which is aligned with India's vision of becoming a global aut ...Read More >
Kurnool bus fire: The investigation into the tragic Kurnool bus fire incident has revealed how the fire intensified and killed at least 20 people. An investigation into the devastating Kurnool bus fire, which claimed the lives of at least 20 people, has revealed that the vehicle was carrying a consignment of 234 smartphones, which reportedly exploded, thereby intensifying the deadly inferno, forensic experts say, as per a report by NDTV. At the time of the incident, over 40 people were travelling on the bus from Hyderabad to Bengaluru. The outlet further reported that the smartphone consignm ...Read More >
Lucknow, Mar 11 (PTI) Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath met Nobel laureate Konstantin Novoselov here on Wednesday and discussed possibilities of making Uttar Pradesh a major hub for advanced material research and engineering, officials said. Rajat Verma, chief executive officer of Lohum, and the company's Chief of Staff, Ayush Sabat, were also present during the meeting. According to a press statement, the visiting delegation appreciated the positive investment environment in the state, while the chief minister welcomed Novoselov and the Lohum representatives to Uttar Pradesh. During the meeti ...Read More >
Bengaluru: Ola Electric is reshaping both pricing and sales strategy as demand accelerates sharply. Ola Electric has reduced the price of its flagship Roadster X+ 9.1 kWh from Rs 1,89,999 to Rs 1,29,999, a drop of Rs 60,000. The company attributed the reduction to improved cost efficiencies achieved through scaling production of its indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell at its Gigafactory. The company is moving away from open sales to a controlled, time-bound purchase model. The first purchase window is scheduled for April 03, 2026, between 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM, with future windows to be an ...Read More >
Gurugram (Haryana) [India], April 2: VinFast has officially opened bookings for the VF MPV 7, a premium seven-seater electric MPV designed for Indian customers. With its spacious interior, smart technology, and strong practicality, this third VinFast model in the market is expected to fully meet everyday mobility needs with outstanding value proposition. It also reaffirms the company's long-term commitment to developing a comprehensive green mobility ecosystem in India, delivering smart, modern, and sustainable transport solutions for every household. Also Read | Pune Weather Update: Rain To ...Read More >
Chennai, June 2025: India Yamaha Motor (IYM) Pvt. Ltd. is proud to commemorate a significant milestone in its manufacturing journey with the completion of 10 years of operations at its Chennai Factory. Reinforcing its role as a critical production base for both domestic and global markets, the company also celebrated the roll-out of its 5 millionth two-wheeler from this state-of-the-art facility -- an Aerox 155 Version S that marked the milestone. Over the past decade, the Chennai plant has become a cornerstone of Yamaha's global operations to serve both Indian customers and export markets. I ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Union Minister for Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy on Friday released the Copper Vision Document and the Aluminium Vision Document at the international conference here on sustainable and responsible mining through best mine closure practices, organised by the Indian National Committee of the World Mining Congress. Reddy emphasised copper's vital contribution to India's energy transition, infrastructure growth, and green technologies such as electric vehicles and solar power. He stated that the Vision Document provides a long-term strategy to meet growing domestic demand while ensuri ...Read More >
Mumbai: Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, on Friday announced that the conglomerate is preparing for a capital expenditure investment of nearly $100 billion over the next five years. "The scale and pace of this commitment is unprecedented in India's private sector history as we do our part for strengthening the very spine of India's rise that must carry 1.4 billion dreams," Gautam Adani remarked. Addressing a conference of top doctors here, Gautam Adani said these investments are manifestations of the Adani Group's "belief in the future of India" comprising energy grids, logistics a ...Read More >
While no casualties were reported in the incident at the TVS Motor showroom, the Pune Fire Brigade rescued a man stuck inside the service centre. A showroom and service centre of TVS Motor in Pune's Bund Garden Road caught fire, leaving as many as 60 two-wheelers gutted, Monday night. While no casualties were reported in the incident, the Pune Fire Brigade rescued a man stuck inside the service centre. Pune Fire Brigade officials said 60 vehicles, including new and old electric and petrol-oper ...Read More >
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 14: Medulla Communications Pvt. Ltd., one of the world's most awarded healthcare-specialist advertising agencies, has announced the launch of its new hub in Singapore. With over 15 years of experience in solving complex healthcare challenges, Medulla is now looking to create a super-specialist category as the first digital healthcare advertising agency in Asia. New Hub to Deliver Scalable, Specialist Healthcare Marketing Solutions Across APAC. Also Read | New Cheque Clearing System: Banks To Clear Cheques Within Few Hours Starting October 4, Announces RBI. ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 27 (ANI): The Delhi Police have registered a case after a minor was killed in a clash with other minors in Delhi's Mangolpuri area, officials said According to police, the deceased had a fight with the accused on Friday morning. Later, the accused, along with a group of boys, allegedly beat him. Also Read | Navratri 2025: PM Narendra Modi Extends Greetings to Nation on 6th Day of Shardiya Navratri, Says 'We Bow in Reverence to Devi Maa'. However, there were no visible external injury marks. Police said most of the Children in Conflict with Law (CCL) involved in ...Read More >
New Delhi, October 20: The Bengaluru police have registered a case of abetment to suicide against Ola founder and CEO Bhavish Aggarwal and senior executive Subrath Kumar Das after an employee allegedly took his own life. The deceased, 38-year-old K Aravind, is said to have left behind a 28-page death note in which he accused his seniors of workplace harassment. Police said the case was filed following a complaint by Aravind's brother, Ashwin Kannan. According to officials, the FIR names Bhavish Aggarwal, Subrath Kumar Das -- who heads Vehicle Homologations and Regulation at Ola -- and others ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], November 10 (ANI): Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari unveiled Hero MotoCorp's new electric scooter variant, the VIDA Evooter VX2 Go 3.4 kWh, another step of the company's to expand its electric mobility range. The launch highlights the government's continued focus on promoting electric transportation across India, according to a press release from Hero MotoCorp. According to Hero MotoCorp, the new model is priced at Rs 1,02,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi), while the BaaS plan starts at Rs 60,000, with a pay-per-kilometre rate of Rs 0.90. The scooter will be av ...Read More >
New Delhi, December 17: Bajaj Pulsar 220F, a new street bike, has been launched in India by Bajaj Auto. The new motorcycle comes with various upgrades that allows the users to experience smooth riding in the city and on the highway roads. Bajaj Pulsar series is known for their performance for years and with additional of this dual-channel ABS model in India with improved safety and same semi-faired design. 2026 Bajaj Pulsar 220F price in India starts at INR 1.28 lakh (ex-showroom). The hardware of the bike remains the same along with the presence in the 200cc segment. The Pulsar 220F now carr ...Read More >