India’s path to energy independence: Harnessing solar power and electric mobility, says Prashant Ruia

He said solar power and electric mobility will propel India towards energy independence. India has the opportunity to become self-sufficient in energy for the first time in its history, said Prashant Ruia, chief executive, Essar Group. He said solar power and electric mobility will propel India towards energy independence. “For 50 years, we have been… Continue reading India’s path to energy independence: Harnessing solar power and electric mobility, says Prashant Ruia

Tata Motors’ stock offers value despite uncertainties: Sandip Sabharwal

Sandip Sabharwal “Globally also, if we look at various parameters which include the easing off of US bond yields as well as the easing off of the US dollar, all those also are sort of positive for emerging markets along with the significant rallies which we have started to see in some emerging markets, the… Continue reading Tata Motors’ stock offers value despite uncertainties: Sandip Sabharwal

How tariff reductions could impact India’s automotive industry? Sunil Subramaniam explains

Sunil Subramaniam, Market Expert “The fact that we are going to be reducing tariffs means that Indian industry has become more competitive if they have to compete then because the support of tariffs will not be there,” says Sunil Subramaniam, Market Expert.Sunil Subramaniam: First of all, yes, there will be an increased competitive element to… Continue reading How tariff reductions could impact India’s automotive industry? Sunil Subramaniam explains

Trump tariffs fuel US auto anxiety

The long lead-time in the auto industry means the cars resulting from current investment decisions may not hit the market for four or five years. A flood of presidential trade policy announcements has kept US automakers on edge since Donald Trump returned to the White House last month. While some signature threats — like 25%… Continue reading Trump tariffs fuel US auto anxiety

Rise in quality consciousness among Indian manufacturers, automotive and chemicals lead: CII study

The study identifies key challenges, particularly for SMEs, such as high implementation costs, limited access to technology, and skilled labour shortages. New Delhi: Indian manufacturers are witnessing a rise in quality awareness, with the automotive and chemicals sectors leading the adoption of global certifications and quality protocols, a study by the Confederation of Indian Industry… Continue reading Rise in quality consciousness among Indian manufacturers, automotive and chemicals lead: CII study

UN climate chief calls India ‘solar superpower’, urges it to submit stronger climate action plan

He said the world’s fifth-largest economy is well-positioned to reap the benefits of ambitious, economy-wide climate plans. UN climate chief Simon Stiell has called India a “solar superpower” and urged it to develop an ambitious climate plan covering its entire economy, saying that an even stronger embrace of the global clean energy boom will supercharge… Continue reading UN climate chief calls India ‘solar superpower’, urges it to submit stronger climate action plan

CCTVs atop towing vehicles to ensure authorities toe the line

The decision comes after officials considered potential anomalies in the current towing system. NK Ghai, a senior citizen, parked his car near a residential area in Sarojini Nagar where his doctor’s clinic was situated. When he and his wife returned, he found that their car had vanished. Most Delhiites can only empathise with Ghai who… Continue reading CCTVs atop towing vehicles to ensure authorities toe the line

CREST disburses INR 34.73 cr in EV Incentives

The Chandigarh Renewable Energy and Science & Technology Promotion Society (CREST) has so far disbursed INR 34.73 crore in incentives under the UT EV Policy, including INR 1.94 crore as an early bird incentive, boosting EV adoption. As of Dec 31, 2024, 5,118 applications were received. Also, 24 EV charging stations, including 9 battery swapping… Continue reading CREST disburses INR 34.73 cr in EV Incentives

Trump says auto tariffs coming April 2

President Donald Trump said Friday that he planned to move forward with tariffs on foreign cars on April 2, but did not specify how much the tariffs would be or which nations could be targeted. Asked about when he might impose car tariffs during remarks in the Oval Office, Trump said “maybe around April 2.”… Continue reading Trump says auto tariffs coming April 2

K’taka floats clean mobility policy

An additional INR 15,000 crore is expected to be invested by August 31, industries minister MB Patil said during Invest Karnataka. Karnataka on Friday unveiled its clean mobility policy (2025-2030) targeting about INR 50,000 crore investment and one lakh new jobs across the clean mobility value chain. Energy minister KJ George released the policy, which… Continue reading K’taka floats clean mobility policy