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The fund will support purchase and operations of 1,455 e-buses, which will be deployed across Maharashtra, Assam, and Gujarat JBM Ecolife Mobility, a subsidiary of JBM Auto, on Thursday said it has secured a $100 million long-term capital investment from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to support the purchase and operations of 1,455 electric buses. The buses will be deployed across cities in Maharashtra, Assam and Gujarat. Nishant Arya, Vice Chairman and Managing Director, JBM Auto ...Read More >
Gandhinagar: Despite being a leader in renewable energy, Gujarat has been slow to adopt electric vehicles (EVs). The opposition Congress has reported that the state currently operates 942 electric buses. From 2015 to 2021, subsidies were provided to 7,923 students for electric two-wheelers and 87 buyers of electric three-wheelers."The national EV registration figures in the same period stand at over 1.75 crore electric two-wheelers and more than 11 lakh electric three-wheelers," said Congress sp ...Read More >
AHMEDABAD: Gujarat's green mobility dream is stalling. Ranked 16th on the India Electric Mobility Index (IEMI) 2024, the state has exposed glaring gaps in EV infrastructure, subsidies, and policy execution. Despite four years of the Gujarat State EV Policy, EV adoption remains abysmally low with just 942 electric buses, a minuscule number of subsidized vehicles, and poor charging infrastructure. Amid soaring petrol and diesel prices, which have deepened financial woes for citizens, electric veh ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Sep 12 (UNI) VinFast India - the electric vehicle arm of Vingroup JSC, Vietnam's largest conglomerate and a global leader in affordable EVs, today announced it has forayed into the Telugu states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana with the launching of its first-ever state-of-the-art showrooms at Begumpet and Gachibowli, in the city. The new facilities, opened in partnership with Nanesh Automotives Pvt. Ltd., mark a significant step in VinFast's mission to accelerate green mobility in In ...Read More >
New Delhi: India is preparing fiscal incentives to encourage domestic production of rare-earth magnets, heavy industries minister HD Kumaraswamy said Friday. In a video address at the 65th annual session of Automotive Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA), Kumaraswamy said his ministry is actively tackling vulnerabilities in critical raw materials. "Rare earth magnets are central to electric vehicle (EV) motors and currently dominated by Chinese supply, we are preparing fiscal incentives ...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 ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) 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 ...Read More >
New Delhi: Maruti Suzuki India Ltd on Tuesday started the production of its electric sports utility vehicle (SUV) e-Vitara for exports to 100 countries from its Gujarat factory, marking the beginning of its EV push that contrasts with strategies of its domestic rivals. While Tata and Mahindra began their EV journey by first boosting sales in the domestic market, Maruti Suzuki is producing these cars majorly for exports, with its Japanese parent looking to test its mettle in the global EV market ...Read More >
BENGALURU: Macquarie Asset Management (MAM) has raised $405 million for Vertelo, its fleet electrification platform in India, marking the firm's largest investment commitment in the electric vehicle (EV) sector in Asia.Vertelo was created and is operated by Macquarie Asset Management. The platform, launched in April 2024, provides integrated solutions to support EV fleet adoption, including leasing and financing, charging infrastructure, energy management, fleet operations, and end-of-life asset ...Read More >
India's Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has announced two amendments to the PM E-Drive scheme launched in October 2024, including a two-year extension for selected vehicle categories and infrastructure measures. The ministry has extended the scheme's deadline from 31 March 2026 to 31 March 2028. The original end date remains in place for electric two-wheelers, electric rickshaws and carts, and electric three-wheelers (L5 category). Subsidies will continue for an additional two years only for ...Read More >
DEHRADUN: Uttarakhand cabinet on Wednesday gave its nod to a strict Uttarakhand Freedom of Religion (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which provides for a maximum punishment of life imprisonment and fine of up to Rs 10 lakh for "forced conversion". The govt is likely to table the bill in the House, where they have a strong majority, for approval during the three-day monsoon session of assembly commencing on Aug 19.At present, the maximum jail term for such an offence is 10 years and the highest fine is Rs ...Read More >
New Delhi: India's states are racing to seize the electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing wheel, offering lucrative clean-energy policies as the Centre eases off the accelerator. From Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu to Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, top manufacturing states have put in place new EV policies over the past two years, dangling land discounts, tax breaks, and capital subsidies to woo EV makers and component suppliers. Joining them soon are Gujarat and Haryana, which are scheduled to release ...Read More >
New Delhi: The government will now have a new address as the first building - Kartavya Bhavan 3 - is all set to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday. The PM will later address a public programme on the Kartavya Path. Over the next two-and-a-half years, all 10 buildings of the Common Central Secretariat (CCS) will be constructed, and the ministries housed in Shastri Bhavan, Krishi Bhavan, Nirman Bhavan and Udyog Bhavan will shift into the swanky hi-tech offices. Kartavya B ...Read More >
Ahmedabad, Aug 4 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Adani Group on Monday vehemently denied a media report claiming the Group's collaboration with Chinese companies BYD and Beijing Welion New Energy Technology. In a statement, an Adani Group spokesperson said the Bloomberg report is "baseless" and "misleading". "We categorically deny Bloomberg's report on 4 Aug 2025 suggesting a tie-up between the Adani Group and Chinese companies BYD and Beijing Welion New Energy Technology," the spokesperson added. The m ...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- ...Read More >
Mumbai, Aug 4 (PTI) Global EV giant Tesla on Monday launched its first charging facility in the country weeks after entering the Indian market with an Experience Centre in the financial capital. The Tesla charging station set up at One BKC in the Bandra-Kurla Complex, features four V4 supercharging stalls (DC charging) and four destination charging stalls (AC charging), the company said. The company said it plans to set up three more such facilities, one each at Lower Parel, Thane and Navi Mum ...Read More >
Tesla is set to inaugurate its inaugural charging station in Mumbai next week, marking its entry into the Indian market. The station will feature both Supercharging and Destination charging stalls, offering varying charging speeds and prices. This is the first of eight planned Supercharging sites across India, aiming to enhance the electric vehicle ownership experience. American electric car maker Tesla on Friday said it will launch its first charging station in Mumbai next week. The company, ...Read More >
Mumbai, Aug 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) US-based electric car maker Tesla will open its first charging station in India next week in Mumbai, the company announced on Friday. The station will have four V4 Supercharging stalls for DC charging and four destination charging stalls for AC charging. The Superchargers will offer a peak charging speed of 250 kW, priced at Rs 24 per kWh, while the destination chargers will provide 11 kW at Rs 14 per kWh. "This will be the first of the eight Supercharging sites ...Read More >
New Delhi: Leaders of the 24 party I.N.D.I.A. bloc met virtually on Saturday to finalise their strategy for the Monsoon Session of Parliament, which begins on Monday. They agreed to focus on eight priority issues, while reserving the option to raise additional local concerns as they arise. Among the key issues identified are Pahalgam terror attack and the Centre's response, Operation Sindoor and US President Donald Trump's claim that he brokered an India Pakistan cease fire ("five jets were sho ...Read More >
Gandhinagar, July 19 (SocialNews.XYZ) Urban Development Year 2025 was celebrated in Ahmedabad on Saturday in the presence of Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. Various development projects were inaugurated under the Urban Development Year 2025 celebrations at a programme organised by Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) at Tagore Hall in Paldi. Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel congratulated the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) and all the citizens for receiving the award of the cleanes ...Read More >
Bengaluru, Jul 19 (PTI) Hockey India on Saturday announced a 40-member core probable group for the upcoming senior women's national coaching camp, which will be held at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Centre here from July 21 to August 29. The camp holds significant importance as the Indian women's hockey team gears up for the women's Asia Cup, set to begin on September 5 in Hangzhou, China. The tournament will serve as a direct qualification pathway for the 2026 FIH Women's World Cup, wit ...Read More >
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Friday announced that a 'Hydrogen Valley' will be set up in Amaravati to focus on sustainability and protecting nature. Addressing the 'Green Hydrogen Summit-2025' at a private college in the greenfield capital city, the CM noted that two valleys are coming up in Amaravati -- 'Quantum Valley' and 'Hydrogen Valley' "I am very happy. We are focusing on Hydrogen Valley starting from here (Amaravati). Two valleys are coming here. One ...Read More >
Tesla (TSLA) officially launched in India on Tuesday, making a small bet on a country with massive growth potential. Tesla's first showroom, dubbed a "Tesla Experience Center," opened in a fashionable mall in the cosmopolitan city of Mumbai, India's largest metropolis with nearly 13 million residents and more than 23 million including the greater region. Tesla's only car on offer is the refreshed Model Y, which will be imported from China, where Tesla builds models with right-hand drive. The c ...Read More >
New Delhi, India - Tesla is finally cruising in India, the world's third-largest car market, with the launch of its Model Y. The rollout marks the culmination of a decade-long, topsy-turvy journey. Showcased at its new showroom in Mumbai, India's financial capital, on Tuesday, Tesla's Model Y is now on sale for about $70,000, a price comparatively higher than in any other major market. Elon Musk's electric vehicle (EV) company is braving high tariffs and stiff competition in India's nascent bu ...Read More >
The long wait is over. Elon Musk-led Tesla has finally made its debut in India-- and that too with a bang. Amid much fanfare at its Mumbai's upscale Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Tesla' flagship Model Y has been launched with an on-road price of ₹61.07 lakh. Customers also have the option to upgrade to full self-driving (FSD) capability by paying an additional ₹6 lakh at the time of booking. The Model Y Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive variant is priced at ₹69 lakh. To book a Tesla Model Y, buyer ...Read More >
Everta, a Mumbai-based EV charger firm, is entering the market. The company plans to produce 3,000 DC chargers each year by 2027. Everta is investing Rs 150 crore in a Karnataka plant. They aim for a 15% market share in DC chargers by 2030. Production will begin by October. The company has a technology deal with StarCharge for fast chargers. EV charger manufacturing firm Everta on Thursday announced its plans to manufacture 3,000 DC chargers annually by 2027. The Mumbai-based firm, which is in ...Read More >
Tesla is leaving no stone unturned as it enters the Indian market with the Model Y. This SUV is the world's best-selling EV and is priced from Rs 59.89 lakh, ex-showroom. The EV is available in two versions -- the standard Rear-Wheel-Drive and Long Range Rear-Wheel-Drive. Tesla has decided not to introduce the Model Y Long Range All-Wheel Drive in India. With the glitz and glamour of Elon Musk and Tesla, many forget that it's the company's state-of-the-art Supercharger network that made the EV ...Read More >
Ahmedabad: The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) is set to complete the green transformation of the city's public transport system by powering electric buses with solar energy instead of grid electricity. In the initial phase, five EV charging stations for BRTS buses will be equipped with solar panels to create a charging infrastructure that runs on renewable energy. In all, 200 BRTS buses will be powered through these charging stations. Gradually, AMTS electric buses will also transition to ...Read More >
Lucknow, Jul 17 (PTI) Uttar Pradesh's capital city has secured the third position in the category of urban spaces with population exceeding 10 lakh, while Prayagraj was adjudged the Cleanest Ganga City in the ninth edition of the Swachh Survekshan. Lucknow also became the first city in the state to achieve a 7-star Garbage Free City rating in the 2024-25 survey. Gorakhpur achieved double success, ranking third in the Safai Mitra Surakshit Sheher category and fourth among cities with a population ...Read More >
The Indian electric vehicle (EV) market is on the cusp of an explosion, with global titans and domestic champions vying for dominance in a landscape rapidly shifting towards sustainable mobility. While Tesla's long-awaited official entry has generated significant buzz, its premium pricing strategy sets the stage for an intense battle against established players like BYD India, and homegrown stalwarts such as Tata Motors and Mahindra. Tesla, the undisputed global EV pioneer, has finally inaugura ...Read More >
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