A total of 10,051 spot e-challans were issued with penalties of ₹ 1,13,57,250 on vehicles. Mumbai Police have imposed challans on more than 10,000 vehicles with fines of over ₹ 1 crore for violation of traffic rules during the Dahi Handi festival in the city, officials said on Sunday. The festival, held to mark the… Continue reading ₹1 cr fines imposed on 10,000 vehicles in Mumbai for flouting norms
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Republicans look to make a U-turn on federal commitment to electric vehicles for the Postal Service
Beyond that, many in the scientific community fear the government could pass on an opportunity to reduce carbon emissions that contribute to global warming when urgent action is needed. A year after being lauded for its plan to replace thousands of aging, gas-powered mail trucks with a mostly electric fleet, the US Postal Service is… Continue reading Republicans look to make a U-turn on federal commitment to electric vehicles for the Postal Service
Vehicle fitness certification on pause at Dharwad West RTO; owners forced to move to other centres
Many have demanded that the system of issuing vehicle fitness certificates must be unified. Dharwad West RTO is currently hobbled with a defunct vehicle fitness testing device. According to RTO officials, the machine is currently not accepting fees for issuing fitness certificates. The worst affected are owners of commercial vehicles. They are now being forced… Continue reading Vehicle fitness certification on pause at Dharwad West RTO; owners forced to move to other centres
Proposed GST rate tweaks on automobiles to end classification disputes
A lower GST rate will boost demand and sales, as cars will become affordable. In upcoming sweeping reforms, the GST on automobiles – currently in the highest tax bracket – will be restructured to resolve classification disputes related to engine capacity and vehicle size, ultimately benefiting the common man, according to government sources. Presently, automobiles… Continue reading Proposed GST rate tweaks on automobiles to end classification disputes
Transport Dept probes RTO staff for vehicle tax evasion scam
In a sample check of 24 vehicles, evasion of ₹21.12 lakh was detected, with estimates suggesting that scrutiny of 3,240 vehicles could reveal tax fraud running into crores of rupees. The Transport Department has begun action to identify officials involved in large-scale tax evasion linked to underreporting the dimensions of private service vehicles and maxicabs.… Continue reading Transport Dept probes RTO staff for vehicle tax evasion scam
Papum Pare to Singrauli: India maps fresh hotspots for rare earth metals amid China concerns
For Indian automakers heavily reliant on Chinese rare earth magnets, alarm bells rang. Papum and Pare—two little-known rivers winding through the hills of Arunachal Pradesh—may soon step into the national spotlight. The Papum Pare district, named after these rivers, has emerged as a promising frontier in India’s quest for rare earth elements (REEs). A Ministry… Continue reading Papum Pare to Singrauli: India maps fresh hotspots for rare earth metals amid China concerns
Automobiles, promotions bolster rise in US retail sales in July
A rush to buy battery-powered EVs ahead of the September 30 expiration of federal government tax credits helped to drive automobile sales in July, analysts said. US retail sales increased solidly in July, supported by strong demand for motor vehicles as well as promotions by Amazon.com and Walmart, though a softening labor market and higher… Continue reading Automobiles, promotions bolster rise in US retail sales in July
India’s logistics sector to clock 10.7% growth till 2026, create millions of jobs: Centre
India has since maintained its status as the world’s fastest-growing major economy, with a real GDP growth rate (at constant prices) of 6.5 per cent in the year 2024-2025. India’s logistics sector, valued at $215 billion in 2021, is well-positioned for strong growth with an expected compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.7 per cent… Continue reading India’s logistics sector to clock 10.7% growth till 2026, create millions of jobs: Centre
Can fintech fix India’s EV resale and financing woes
In India, the used EV market is still undeveloped, with no consistent pricing, no widely trusted battery certification, and very limited financing options. India’s electric vehicle (EV) dream will not fail because of poor engineering or weak demand. It will fail if buyers cannot get a fair loan today and a fair resale tomorrow. You… Continue reading Can fintech fix India’s EV resale and financing woes
EV fast chargers have a surprising health downside
They can also avoid putting the chargers near places like schools and residential areas. Hundreds of public fast chargers are popping up across the US to serve electric vehicle drivers seeking a cleaner alternative to gas-powered cars. But they come with a surprising risk: Charging stations create air pollution. While EVs contribute vastly less to… Continue reading EV fast chargers have a surprising health downside