Exicom will develop and supply high-power charging solutions for ChargeZone’s upcoming hubs and public locations. Exicom and ChargeZone are partnering to deploy over 500 advanced EV charging stations across India, integrating renewable energy solutions to support the country’s transition to electric mobility. This collaboration aims to address the growing need for reliable and sustainable charging… Continue reading Exicom and ChargeZone partner to deploy 500+ high-power EV charging stations
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Why dealership owners must prioritise DPDPA compliance
Dealerships that act now will not only ensure compliance but also position themselves as industry leaders. The Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) introduces strict regulations on personal data collection, processing, and storage. Draft rules are open for consultation until February 2025, with implementation expected within 24 months. This regulation will significantly impact dealerships, leaving… Continue reading Why dealership owners must prioritise DPDPA compliance
India’s finished steel imports from China hit 7-year high in April-Dec
India is conducting a probe to determine the need for imposition of a safeguard duty or a temporary tax to curtail unbridled steel imports. India’s finished steel imports from China touched their highest levels in at least seven years during the first nine months of the financial year that began in April, according to provisional… Continue reading India’s finished steel imports from China hit 7-year high in April-Dec
Demand revival in emerging markets aids automobile exports grow 19% in 2024
Passenger car dispatches, however, declined 4% last year to 4,12,148 units as compared to 4,27,876 units in 2023. Automobile exports from India rose 19% year-on-year in 2024 led by a robust dispatch of two-wheelers, passenger vehicles and commercial vehicles, according to SIAM data. Overall shipments rose to 50,98,810 units last year, up 19% from 42,85,809… Continue reading Demand revival in emerging markets aids automobile exports grow 19% in 2024
Rupee recovery to fade on yuan weakness, Trump worries
The 1-month non-deliverable forward indicated that the rupee will open at near 86.30 to the U.S. dollar compared with Friday’s close at 86.2050. The Indian rupee, following last week’s relief rally, is expected to decline on Monday, weighed by the dip in the Chinese yuan and persisting worries over U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade policies.… Continue reading Rupee recovery to fade on yuan weakness, Trump worries
Demand revival in emerging markets aids automobile exports grow 19% in 2024
In 2024, passenger vehicle exports grew 10% to 7,43,976 units as compared to 6,77,956 units in January-December period of 2023. Automobile exports from India rose 19% year-on-year in 2024 led by a robust dispatch of two-wheelers, passenger vehicles and commercial vehicles, according to SIAM data. Overall shipments rose to 50,98,810 units last year, up 19%… Continue reading Demand revival in emerging markets aids automobile exports grow 19% in 2024
PIC plans to develop new EV policy for Maha
PIC officials said they would submit the policy recommendations before the expiry of the current policy which falls on March 31, 2025. A new EV policy is being developed by Pune International Centre (PIC), an independent think tank, at the request of state govt PIC officials said they would submit the policy recommendations before the… Continue reading PIC plans to develop new EV policy for Maha
Ensure no PoS device is used for collecting toll: NHAI to operators, system integrators
The list of such activities include use of any unauthorised parallel software and mobile application, PoS machines for unaccounted transactions, unrecorded closure of toll lanes, and deactivation of lane cameras. The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has directed all toll operators and system integrators to ensure no handheld point of sale (PoS) devices and… Continue reading Ensure no PoS device is used for collecting toll: NHAI to operators, system integrators
EV penetration to surge in 3 years with reliable models, competitive prices, and expanding charging network: Axis Capital
As these new models hit the market and charging infrastructure expands, Axis Capital’s forecast of rising EV penetration over the next few years could mark a transformative shift in the Indian automotive landscape. The electric vehicle (EV) penetration will increase in the next three years due to the introduction of more reliable models at competitive… Continue reading EV penetration to surge in 3 years with reliable models, competitive prices, and expanding charging network: Axis Capital
ADSW 2025 drives USD 10 trillion push for global sustainability transformation
The Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW) 2025 concluded on January 18, emphasizing global collaboration to unlock a USD 10 trillion economic transformation opportunity through sustainable development initiatives. The event, hosted by Masdar under the patronage of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, was attended by over 50,000 participants from 170 countries, including 13… Continue reading ADSW 2025 drives USD 10 trillion push for global sustainability transformation