During a hearing on Delhi’s pollution crisis, the Supreme Court allowed the CAQM to ease restrictions, directing them to implement Stage 2 of the GRAP measures carefully. New Delhi: The BS3 petrol and BS4 diesel vehicle ban has been lifted in Delhi after the Air Quality Index (AQI) improved to the moderate category. The Supreme… Continue reading Delhi lifts ban on BS-3 petrol and BS-4 diesel vehicles as AQI improves
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AQI nears ‘poor’ again as wind speeds slow down
Though the overall air quality of Delhi was in the moderate category, many stations recorded ‘poor’ air quality. Shadipur was the most polluted with an AQI of 281. New Delhi: Delhi’s air quality reached the higher end of the ‘moderate’ category with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 197 on Friday, compared to 165 a… Continue reading AQI nears ‘poor’ again as wind speeds slow down
Maharashtra transport dept sets March 31 deadline to fix high security number plates on vehicles
The rates for installation of the HSRPs are INR 450 for two-wheelers and tractors, INR 500 for three-wheelers, and INR 745 for four-wheelers (including cars, trucks, buses and other vehicles) Mumbai, More than two crore vehicles registered in Maharashtra before April 2019 will have to be fitted with High Security Registration Plates (HSRP) in the… Continue reading Maharashtra transport dept sets March 31 deadline to fix high security number plates on vehicles
RTO collects 1cr in penalties in 2 weeks
While a commercial four-wheeler driver paid INR 35,000 as fine, a two-wheeler rider had to shell out Rs 15,000 A citywide crackdown by the Regional Transport Office (RTO) has raked in nearly INR 1 crore in fines over the last two weeks, targeting 2,600 vehicle owners. The operations uncovered widespread violations, with many drivers facing… Continue reading RTO collects 1cr in penalties in 2 weeks
EVs, plug-in hybrids’ reliability concerns ease but still lag gas-powered peers, survey shows
On a brand reliability scale, which consider the weighted overall problem rate, Tesla came in at 17th place while Rivian ranked last at 22nd. Electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids are seeing concerns over their reliability easing but they still lag gas-powered vehicles, a survey by an influential U.S. non-profit organisation showed on Thursday. EVs now… Continue reading EVs, plug-in hybrids’ reliability concerns ease but still lag gas-powered peers, survey shows
Spectacular jump in electric vehicle sales under PM E-DRIVE scheme
Additionally, sales of electric three-wheelers, including e-rickshaws and e-carts, reached 1,164 units, while the L5 category of three-wheelers saw 71,501 units sold during the same period. The electric vehicle (EV) market in India has witnessed an unprecedented surge, thanks to the PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) scheme, which took effect… Continue reading Spectacular jump in electric vehicle sales under PM E-DRIVE scheme
CRR cut to support growth, repo rate decision on expected lines
The CRR reduction will likely benefit rate-sensitive sectors such as real estate, automobiles, and consumer durables by lowering borrowing costs and enhancing liquidity. New Delhi, The RBI‘s decision to cut the cash reserve ratio (CRR) by 50 bps would help support growth, after the revision in the GDP forecast for FY25, industry experts said on… Continue reading CRR cut to support growth, repo rate decision on expected lines
Awareness driving the electric vehicle revolution: A citizen-led movement
Research suggests that EVs offer a multifaceted solution to pressing challenges, from reducing air pollution and carbon emissions to decreasing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting sustainable energy practices. “Did you know, Amma, that EVs can accelerate faster than traditional cars and are cheaper to maintain?” “My 12-year-old daughter, an EV enthusiast, passionately advocates for… Continue reading Awareness driving the electric vehicle revolution: A citizen-led movement
Demand for affordable small vehicles in India will recover in 2025: Report
The global financial services firm said that the mix continues to improve as SUVs and premium models drive Average Selling Price (ASP) growth. The demand for the affordable small vehicles in India is expected to witness a recovery in 2025; however, the major markets such as the US and Japan are still struggling to meet… Continue reading Demand for affordable small vehicles in India will recover in 2025: Report
Mersen delays targets by two years on weak materials demand for EVs
“2025 will be a year of transition for Mersen due to a temporary slowdown in the electric vehicle and SiC semiconductor markets,” it said in the statement. Mersen pushed back its financial targets until 2029 on Thursday due to a temporary slowdown in the electric vehicle and silicon carbide semiconductor markets. Many chipmakers exposed to… Continue reading Mersen delays targets by two years on weak materials demand for EVs