Electric vehicles

Trump expects Iran war to end after US midterms, open to Chinese car plants in US as Xi visits India for BRICS Summit

US President Donald Trump expects the Iran war to end after the November midterm elections and says oil prices will tumble. He also said he is open to Chinese automakers setting up plants in the US as Chinese President Xi Jinping visits India for the BRICS Summit.

17 days ago

NITI Aayog urges strategic electrification of India's key freight corridors

During the 5th 'E-Fast India Summit 2026,' Gauba announced the launch of the Platform for Aggregating Clean Transport (PACT) and the Zero Emission Truck (ZET) Marketplace, marking a milestone in India's clean mobility efforts.

22 days ago

Govt proposed five-year age extension for EVs, hydrogen, CNG commercial vehicles

The proposal also allows national permit holders to opt for five-year authorisation instead of annual renewal, while retaining the annual fee of Rs 16,500. The draft includes changes to temporary registration rules and seeks greater use of the VAHAN database to reduce paperwork. The ministry has invited public objections and suggestions for 30 days.

Aug 18, 2026

Govt asks app stores to remove BAT-BMS over e-rickshaw battery security

The move follows viral videos showing users allegedly disconnecting battery systems while vehicles were in motion, raising passenger safety and cybersecurity concerns. The government is also examining broader security vulnerabilities in battery management systems used in electric vehicles.

Jul 3, 2026

MeitY probes Chinese battery app BAT-BMS after viral e-rickshaw shutdown prank videos raise safety concerns

The application, BAT-BMS, has come under the scanner after widely circulated videos showed individuals connecting to nearby e-rickshaws over Bluetooth and cutting power to the vehicles while they were moving.

Jul 2, 2026

India–US Critical Minerals Pact: Strategic Crossroads for India's Sovereign Industrial Future in New Geopolitics

The India–US Critical Minerals Framework marks a major strategic shift as rare earth minerals become central to global technological, military, AI, semiconductor, and clean-energy competition. India holds one of the world's largest rare earth reserves. Experts warn that the real challenge is not mining but building sovereign refining, processing, and manufacturing capabilities.

Jun 3, 2026

PM Narendra Modi cuts convoy vehicles during domestic visits, pushes EV use while retaining SPG protocols

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reduced the size of his convoy during domestic visits while maintaining mandatory SPG security protocols, sources said. He has also directed officials to include electric vehicles wherever feasible.

May 13, 2026

Online Classes for schools save fuel, WFH, don't buy gold until situation becomes normal': PM repeats appeal amid West Asia crisis

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged government, private and aided schools across the country to conduct classes online amid concerns over the economic impact of the ongoing Iran-US war and rising crude oil prices.

May 11, 2026

No shortage of petrol, diesel or LPG nationwide: Petroleum Ministry assures stable fuel supply after PM Modi's appeal to citizens

Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas on Monday assured no fuel shortage amid global energy supply disruptions, saying crude inventories stable and refineries operating optimally, Sujata Sharma said. LPG deliveries exceeded bookings, with strong petrol, diesel supply.

May 11, 2026

'Don't buy gold, prioritise WFH,use oil wisely, : PM Modi's message amid West Asia conflict

Speaking at a rally in Telangana's Hyderabad, PM Modi has urged people to save oil because of ongoing global uncertainty due to the US-Iran war in the Middle East. He, however, maintained that his government's priority remains safeguarding India's interests.

May 10, 2026

PM Modi inaugurates semiconductor OSAT facility in Gujarat's Sanand

Built with an investment of around Rs 3,300 crore, the plant focuses on semiconductor assembly, packaging, and testing, producing Intelligent Power Modules (IPMs) for electric vehicles, industrial systems, and energy-efficient appliances.

Mar 31, 2026

Shared taxis, EVs key to pollution control strategy: Delhi CM

The government believes that effective pollution control is not possible without reducing the number of vehicles on the roads; keeping this in view, shared transport and electric mobility are being actively promoted, she said, adding that the administration is continuously working towards reforms in the transport sector to control air pollution and reduce traffic congestion.

Dec 26, 2025

Adani Power gets 'Buy' rating, target price set at Rs 187: Antique Broking

With the stock currently trading around Rs 144, the brokerage sees an upside potential of about 30 per cent, driven by strong earnings visibility, large capacity expansion plans and improving balance sheet strength.

Dec 16, 2025

VinFast doubles down on India with showroom and assembly plant in Tamil Nadu

VinFast has officially inaugurated its first electric vehicle assembly plant outside Vietnam in Tamil Nadu, just days after launching its largest showroom in India, marking a major leap in its expansion into the Indian EV market.

Aug 4, 2025

Delhi's new anti-pollution moves: Will they be enough?

Every winter, Delhi makes headlines for all the wrong reasons. Thick smog covers the city, pollution levels skyrocket, and air quality drops to hazardous levels. It's a crisis that returns year after year, and while the government takes action during these peak months, the bigger question remains: are we doing enough, and more importantly, are we doing it all year round?

Apr 14, 2025

Maha govt withdraws 6 pc tax on EVs priced above Rs 30 lakh

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced on Wednesday in the state council that the government has decided to withdraw the six per cent tax on electric vehicles (EVs) priced above Rs 30 lakh, as was initially proposed by Deputy CM and Finance Minister Ajit Pawar in the annual budget for 2025-26.

Mar 27, 2025

Ola's Bhavish mimics Musk on work culture, asks employees for weekly updates

Mimicking billionaire Elon Musk's recent orders for US federal employees to send a weekly report card of their work, Ola Founder and CEO Bhavish Aggarwal has also instructed employees across his companies to submit weekly reports, detailing their achievements.

Mar 4, 2025

India's Manufacturing Sector Maintains Resilience Amid Slowdown

India's manufacturing sector growth has slowed, but remains above the long-run average, according to HSBC India's PMI data. The sector's resilience and strategic planning are crucial to India's $10-trillion ambition, with focus areas including semiconductors, electronics, electric vehicles, renewable energy, and defence.

Sep 2, 2024

IBT CEO Awards 2024: Ather Energy's Tarun Mehta Among Top CEOs in India

In the burgeoning landscape of electric vehicles (EVs) and sustainable mobility, Tarun Mehta has emerged as a driving force, spearheading innovation and transforming the Indian automotive industry through his leadership at Ather Energy.

Jul 7, 2024

India awaits Musk's response as Centre clears road for Tesla's entry

Tesla lovers in the country are anxiously waiting for the first response from Elon Musk after the government approved a new electric vehicle (EV) policy that is designed to attract investments in the EV space by global manufacturers like the Musk-run electric car company.

Mar 16, 2024