A disruption lasting beyond a month may delay EV launches, impact production schedules, and weigh down the sector’s growth momentum, the agency warned. New Delhi: Maruti Suzuki India on Thursday clarified that its operations remain unaffected by the ongoing rare earth magnet supply constraints, even as the Indian auto industry grapples with uncertainty stemming from… Continue reading Maruti Suzuki denies operational impact amid rare earth magnet concerns
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Zimbabwe sets lithium export ban
By then, it warned, millions of tons will be exported, “enriching foreign capital while eroding our chances for sustainable economic development”. Zimbabwe will ban exports of lithium concentrates from 2027 in hopes that mining companies start processing and refining the critical mineral locally, the government said. With the largest lithium reserves in Africa and exporting… Continue reading Zimbabwe sets lithium export ban
Over ₹17k challans pending against Hyd police vehicles
Lokendra Singh, a volunteer with Hyderabad City Security Council said such traffic violations set a bad example for the public. At a time when citizens are turning traffic vigilantes, law keepers are found breaching regulations. As per a RTI filed by city-based traffic educator Lokendra Singh, a fleet of vehicles registered under the Director General… Continue reading Over ₹17k challans pending against Hyd police vehicles
Is the power behind green mobility truly green?
As the city embraces electric mobility, public infrastructure agencies like MahaMetro and the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) are taking steps to support a cleaner, greener future. However, environmental experts urge that the focus should not only be on electric vehicles (EVs) but also on the source of the electricity used to charge them. Even though… Continue reading Is the power behind green mobility truly green?
Rajasthan Government Begins RSRTC Overhaul with 1300 New Buses, Depot Upgrades, EV Push
The reforms come at a time when state-run transport services in India are facing financial stress and declining ridership. The Rajasthan government has launched a broad reform initiative to modernise the Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation (RSRTC) under its successive state budgets 2024–25 and 2025–26. The initiatives focus on augmenting bus fleet size, improving infrastructure,… Continue reading Rajasthan Government Begins RSRTC Overhaul with 1300 New Buses, Depot Upgrades, EV Push
India closely watches US-China trade talks amid rare earth tensions
India, while not directly involved in the negotiations, is exploring options to reduce its dependence on China. As trade negotiations between the United States (US) and China near a 90-day deadline, global concerns over rare earth supply chains are intensifying. The US has indicated a possible easing of technology export restrictions in exchange for improved… Continue reading India closely watches US-China trade talks amid rare earth tensions
Mahindra Logistics unveils warehousing facility in Maharashtra for Cummins
Mahindra Logistics Ltd., an integrated logistics solutions provider, on Wednesday announced the launch of a warehousing facility in Phaltan, Maharashtra. This strategic development further strengthens the logistics landscape, with over 3 lakh sq. ft. of the mega site already operational as a dedicated hub for Cummins India, a prominent provider of power solutions. The new… Continue reading Mahindra Logistics unveils warehousing facility in Maharashtra for Cummins
Cost of green hydrogen in India set to fall by up to 40%
India provides cheap renewable electricity to hydrogen manufacturers, waives Inter-State Transmission Charges for open access, lowers distribution and transmission charges, and lowers the GST rate for hydrogen to 5 per cent. The cost of green hydrogen in India, the country that is aiming big in the renewable energy space, is expected to fall by up… Continue reading Cost of green hydrogen in India set to fall by up to 40%
Minda Corp forms JV with Japan’s Toyodenso to make advanced automotive switches in India
The JV has already secured initial orders from Indian customers. A greenfield manufacturing facility is planned to be established in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, and is expected to be operational by the second half of FY 2026–27. Minda Corporation, the flagship company of the Spark Minda Group, has announced a strategic joint venture (JV) with Japan-based… Continue reading Minda Corp forms JV with Japan’s Toyodenso to make advanced automotive switches in India
Telangana greenlights Auto LPG for 40,000 new autorickshaws in Hyderabad
While welcoming the Telangana move, the IAC also urged other state governments and the Centre to follow suit by formally including Auto LPG in their clean fuel frameworks. In a major boost to India’s clean mobility transition, the Telangana government has approved the inclusion of Auto LPG as an authorised fuel for 40,000 new eco-friendly… Continue reading Telangana greenlights Auto LPG for 40,000 new autorickshaws in Hyderabad