In terms of fuel types, hybrid registrations totalled 13,013 units, or 64.4 per cent of all new imported cars. Electric, gasoline and diesel model registrations followed at 18.6 per cent, 16 per cent and 1 per cent, respectively. Seoul, The number of imported vehicles sold in South Korea last month dropped slightly from a year… Continue reading Eco-friendly cars account for 81% of new imported car sales in April in South Korea (demo article-4)
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India-UK social security pact was non-negotiable in free trade deal: Piyush Goyal
The India-UK social security agreement was made a non-negotiable part of the free trade agreement (FTA) discussions two years ago, commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal said on Wednesday. Termed the Double Contribution Convention Agreement (DCCA), it was agreed to along with the FTA between the two countries in May. “It was on the table… Continue reading India-UK social security pact was non-negotiable in free trade deal: Piyush Goyal
Need to track green hydrogen utilisation: MNRE secretary
India is preparing a plan to track utilisation of green hydrogen and build global partnerships for exporting the fuel, Secretary Ministry of New and Renewable Energy Santosh Kumar Sarangi said Thursday. Speaking at the CII International Business Conclave on Green Hydrogen, he said traceability of green hydrogen utilisation is very important. He also said concessions… Continue reading Need to track green hydrogen utilisation: MNRE secretary
Delhi plans unified transport authority to streamline mobility, integrate metro, RRTS, buses
Delhi government is planning to establish a Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority (UMTA) to enhance coordination among various public transport agencies. Officials said that the body’s main task would be to streamline project implementation and boost communication between govt departments. Several agencies work in the mobility sector in Delhi, including the transport department, Delhi Metro and… Continue reading Delhi plans unified transport authority to streamline mobility, integrate metro, RRTS, buses
RTI: Eway e-challan recovery just 9 per cent of 269cr
As per an RTI reply, Maharashtra government has paid the ITMS operator Rs 57.9 crore for the 8.8 lakh e-challans issued between July 19 and Dec 31 last year. The Intelligent Traffic Management System (ITMS) on Mumbai-Pune expressway has generated 17 lakh e-challans worth nearly ₹ 269.5 crore for traffic violations since it was implemented… Continue reading RTI: Eway e-challan recovery just 9 per cent of 269cr
10,230 vehicles to transport yoga participants
around 2,500 auto rickshaws, 200 Tata vehicles, and others, apart from the 3,200 RTC buses, were pressed into service for the Yoga Day celebrations. A total of 10,230 vehicles, including 3,200 RTC buses, were deployed to transport more than 4.5 lakh people from Vizag city, Anakapalli, Alluri Sitarama Raju, Vizianagaram, and Srikakulam districts for International… Continue reading 10,230 vehicles to transport yoga participants
Eco-friendly cars account for 81% of new imported car sales in April in South Korea (demo article-3)
In terms of fuel types, hybrid registrations totalled 13,013 units, or 64.4 per cent of all new imported cars. Electric, gasoline and diesel model registrations followed at 18.6 per cent, 16 per cent and 1 per cent, respectively. Seoul, The number of imported vehicles sold in South Korea last month dropped slightly from a year… Continue reading Eco-friendly cars account for 81% of new imported car sales in April in South Korea (demo article-3)
EU council agrees requirements on vehicle recycling at their end of use
the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) welcomed the council’s position, adding it should not weigh on the sector’s competitiveness. The Council of the European Union said on Tuesday it had agreed on setting requirements to ensure that new vehicles are designed in a way that supports their re-use and recycling. In a statement, the council… Continue reading EU council agrees requirements on vehicle recycling at their end of use
Japan’s exports post first drop in 8 months as auto firms hit by US tariffs
So far major Japanese automakers have refrained from price increases in the U.S. to mitigate the tariff costs, except for Subaru and Mitsubishi Motors. Japan‘s exports fell in May for the first time in eight months as big automakers like Toyota were hit by sweeping U.S. tariffs, and the failure of the Asian nation to… Continue reading Japan’s exports post first drop in 8 months as auto firms hit by US tariffs
Rare Earths supply: India steps up mining, refining to safeguard EV future
These permanent magnets are derived out of rare earth elements (REEs), vital for power windows, speakers, propulsion systems in electric vehicles, and generators in renewable energy infrastructure, among others. The Centre Tuesday sought to secure the supply chain for rare-earth materials, used in the manufacturing of electronics and electric cars, holding meetings among various connected… Continue reading Rare Earths supply: India steps up mining, refining to safeguard EV future