“We’ve seen the attacks on Social Security and Medicare and Medicaid, programs that millions in the working class depending on.” The head of the United Auto Workers union voiced partial support Thursday for the Trump administration’s tariffs, saying targeted duties on other countries could help bring some manufacturing jobs back to the United States. But… Continue reading Autoworkers Union Chief gives Trump’s tariffs a mixed review
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1.7cr unresolved offences against pvt vehicles outpace commercial wheels
The reliance on offence spotting cameras and fines don’t help, observed Anil Chikara, a transport expert. “Reckless drivers face no real deterrent. Name-and-shame campaigns and stricter training before granting a driving licence can make a real difference,” he said. While Delhi Traffic Police is considering ways to tackle the backlog of traffic violations by commercial… Continue reading 1.7cr unresolved offences against pvt vehicles outpace commercial wheels
Steel Ministry ramps up efforts to boost domestic scrap supply amid global export curbs
“There is a pressing need to shift focus towards scrappage from consumer goods at the end of their life cycle”, as well as from the engineering sector, said Material Recycling Association of India president Sanjay Mehta. The steel ministry has initiated discussions with other ministries on measures needed to enhance local supply of scrap for… Continue reading Steel Ministry ramps up efforts to boost domestic scrap supply amid global export curbs
As Trump takes a break, India can focus on new trade dynamics
In a perverse way, countries need to thank China because it was its aggressive retaliation which caused Trump to see red and come out all guns blazing. Mumbai: Donald Trump’s initial tariff blitzkrieg of April 2 has now narrowed down to a slugfest between the US and China which could have serious implications for the… Continue reading As Trump takes a break, India can focus on new trade dynamics
Enjoy zero cost mobility with EVs and rooftop solar charging
Combining forces with TPREL, we intend to democratise zero-emissions mobility and decouple EVs from the grid while reducing running costs for customers.” Sunlight is abundant in India, and with renewed government push for harnessing this free natural resource, the country is well on its way to significantly enhancing its rooftop solar power capacity. So how… Continue reading Enjoy zero cost mobility with EVs and rooftop solar charging
JK Tyre to bring Indian Racing Festival in North-East
The tour will showcase Formula 4 and Wolf cars from the Indian Racing Festival, giving audiences a firsthand look at professional open-wheel racing. JK Tyre & Industries is bringing its “Indian Racing Festival” to the North-East region from April 12 to 22 to offer high-octane experience to motor enthusiasts. JK Tyre has a history of… Continue reading JK Tyre to bring Indian Racing Festival in North-East
No need to panic, India-US talks on: Goyal to exporters
At a meeting with exporters and industry, Goyal said that the team working on the Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) with the US is exploring the right mix and the right balance, and is “working with speed but not in undue haste” to ensure the right outcome for the country. Commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal… Continue reading No need to panic, India-US talks on: Goyal to exporters
Coimbatore Corporation finalizes bidder for Vellalore bio-CNG plant
He said the biofuel obtained from the plant could either be converted into energy or used as a compressed gas. The Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation (CCMC) has finalized the highest bidder for the installation of a bio-CNG plant at Vellalore dumpyard. The project will be executed in a public private partnership (PPP) mode at an… Continue reading Coimbatore Corporation finalizes bidder for Vellalore bio-CNG plant
Trump draws criticism from Michigan biz and auto groups as auto tariffs remain
Vehicles made in Mexico and Canada face the levy, but automakers compliant with the terms of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement can deduct the value of U.S. content. President Donald Trump on Wednesday paused for 90 days many tariffs but is not halting 25per cent tariffs on automotive imports and looming tariffs on auto parts, drawing criticism… Continue reading Trump draws criticism from Michigan biz and auto groups as auto tariffs remain
Foxconn wants to work with Nissan on EVs, says strategy Chief
“From our perspective, the compatibility with Japanese automakers, especially Nissan, will become a strength” for Foxconn, Nikkei cited Seki, a former senior Nissan executive, as saying. Foxconn wants to cooperate with Nissan but is currently not engaging with the Japanese automaker, an executive in charge of the Taiwan company’s electric vehicle business told the Nikkei… Continue reading Foxconn wants to work with Nissan on EVs, says strategy Chief