Full-time RTOs in short supply, files in bottleneck at five RTAs

While there are 11 RTA offices across Hyderabad, Rangareddy, and Medchal districts, the six key locations – Secunderabad, Tolichowki, Bandlaguda, Uppal, Kondapur, and Nagole – are currently operating under in-charge RTOs. These officers either spend merely one to two hours at these additional facilities or have arrangem-ents, where files are forwarded to their primary office.… Continue reading Full-time RTOs in short supply, files in bottleneck at five RTAs

97k vehicles registered in district in 2024: MVD data

Within Thiruvananthapuram district, the city recorded the highest registrations at 33,357 vehicles. Ernakulam district registered 97,052 new vehicles last year, according to data from the motor vehicles department. Thiruvananthapuram has topped Kerala’s vehicle registration charts in 2024, recording 97,501 new registrations, slightly ahead of Ernakulam’s. Ernakulam district showed strong numbers, with its city centre registering… Continue reading 97k vehicles registered in district in 2024: MVD data

MoEVing and Safexpress join hands for sustainable logistics solutions across India

Safexpress serves a wide range of sectors, such as Apparel & Lifestyle, Books & Periodicals, Healthcare, FMCG & Consumer Electronics, Automotive, Engineering, Hi-tech etc. MoEVing, an emerging leader in electric logistics, and Safexpress, India’s leading supply chain and logistics service provider, have joined forces in a strategic partnership. This alliance is designed to revolutionise India’s… Continue reading MoEVing and Safexpress join hands for sustainable logistics solutions across India

Mufin Green Infra and Exicom partner to enhance EV charging infrastructure

The collaboration aims to boost the growth of the EV sector in India by expanding charging infrastructure and providing scalable solutions. Mufin Green Infra Limited and Exicom have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create end-to-end EV charging solutions in India. This partnership will combine Mufin Green Infra’s expertise in EV charging infrastructure development… Continue reading Mufin Green Infra and Exicom partner to enhance EV charging infrastructure

From AI assistants to holographic displays, automakers showcase in-cabin experiences at CES

Honda and Sony Honda Mobility also spotlighted in-cabin features that drivers will soon encounter in their new EV lineup. Interior lighting aimed at reducing motion sickness. Shiny holographic dashboards displayed on windshields. And AI-powered voice assistants paired with infotainment systems to keep you company on long drives. Automakers pulled out all the stops to showcase… Continue reading From AI assistants to holographic displays, automakers showcase in-cabin experiences at CES

Auto sector faces mixed Q3 outlook: Stock slumps, festive sales drive recovery

The Nifty Auto Index has declined by almost 10% in the last three months, compared to a 4% drop in the benchmark Nifty. The auto sector in India has seen mixed performance over the past three months, with declining stock valuations, particularly in the two-wheeler segment, though recent December sales figures offer a glimmer of… Continue reading Auto sector faces mixed Q3 outlook: Stock slumps, festive sales drive recovery

MoRTH organises two day workshops focusing on transforming road transport sector

Timelines for implementing BS-VII emission norms and their anticipated pollution reduction benefits were also discussed. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) held a two-day workshop on January 6th and 7th, 2024, at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. The goal was to discuss challenges and solutions for transforming India’s road transport sector. The workshop… Continue reading MoRTH organises two day workshops focusing on transforming road transport sector

India’s natural gas pipeline to expand by 10,805 km; ethanol blending target set at 20% by 2025

The government’s unified pipeline tariff, introduced in July 2024, sets a levelized tariff of INR 80.97/MMBTU, aimed at creating a “One Nation, One Grid, One Tariff” system. India’s natural gas pipeline network is set to expand by 10,805 km, adding to the existing 24,945 km operational network, the ministry of petroleum and natural gas said.… Continue reading India’s natural gas pipeline to expand by 10,805 km; ethanol blending target set at 20% by 2025

How Washington’s tag on China’s CATL could affect Tesla

Tesla and CATL are working on an agreement to license CATL technology for battery production in Nevada. Washington’s addition of CATL to a list of firms it says work with China’s military could put Tesla founder Elon Musk in a tight spot, challenging how he balances his role in the Trump administration with his ties… Continue reading How Washington’s tag on China’s CATL could affect Tesla

Devising system to track working hours of drivers: Gadkari

Gadkari and Umashankar said govt will also come up with a modified scheme by March to provide cashless treatment for road accident victims nationwide, under which they will be entitled to a maximum amount of Rs 1.5 lakh per accident per person. The driver of the tanker carrying LPG in the fatal Jaipur crash was… Continue reading Devising system to track working hours of drivers: Gadkari