Sirsa said inspections revealed that several PUC centres were not operational, while 12 centres were found using faulty equipment. The Delhi government will continue enforcing its ‘No Pollution Under Control (PUC), No fuel’ policy even after the lifting of Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) IV restrictions, Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said on Tuesday, per… Continue reading ‘No PUC, No Fuel’ policy to continue in Delhi even after GRAP-IV easing: Manjinder Singh Sirsa
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Auto dealers move SC seeking refund of ₹2,500 crore GST compensation cess
A division bench comprising Justice Arvind Kumar and Justice N V Anjaria issued notices to the Union of India on December 15, asking it to file its response by March 25, 2026. Indian automobile dealers have approached the Supreme Court seeking a refund of around ₹2,500 crore of accumulated GST compensation cess credit, after representations… Continue reading Auto dealers move SC seeking refund of ₹2,500 crore GST compensation cess
GRAP-IV flags polluters, but gaps in emission testing cloud true picture
Emissions such as NO2, PM2.5 and VOC at the fast idling stage at 2500 rpm are sometimes recorded, but these are not considered during certification, he pointed out. Environment minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa has said that over 10,000 vehicles have failed emission tests since the implementation of GRAP-4 and over 2 lakh have been issued… Continue reading GRAP-IV flags polluters, but gaps in emission testing cloud true picture
CESC inaugurates fast charging unit for EVs in Mysuru
This not only helps in reducing air pollution but also decreases dependence on imported fuel and promotes the use of green energy. In a significant move towards promoting renewable energy usage and developing an eco-friendly transportation system, the Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC) inaugurated a state-of-the-art 30 kV fast charging unit for electric vehicles (EVs)… Continue reading CESC inaugurates fast charging unit for EVs in Mysuru
Death traps: How speed becomes silent killer in fog
Former deputy commissioner of transport Anil Chhikara recommended installing VMS to authorities and enforcing them on particularly vulnerable roads, along with keeping hazard warning signals on. New Delhi: Over the past few weeks, dense smog and fog have triggered multiple pile-ups across north India: a deadly multi-vehicle crash on the Yamuna Expressway near Mathura claimed… Continue reading Death traps: How speed becomes silent killer in fog
Violations related to PUC should not go unpunished: Rekha
The guidelines will regulate operational areas and routes for e-rickshaws to ensure smoother traffic flow, better road discipline and lower pollution levels. Delhi govt will enforce strict penalties for polluting vehicles and ensure challans are not waived for those without valid ‘pollution under control’ (PUC) certificates, chief minister Rekha Gupta said on Monday. Vehicles found… Continue reading Violations related to PUC should not go unpunished: Rekha
Copper scales new peak as zero-fee smelter processing highlights shortages
Nickel was the best performer on the LME, rising 3.2 per cent to $15,280 a ton after reports last week that the country will reduce mine output sharply in 2026. Copper prices rose to a record peak on Monday, supported by speculative buying, while news of a zero-fee processing deal involving a Chinese smelter highlighted… Continue reading Copper scales new peak as zero-fee smelter processing highlights shortages
ArcelorMittal unveils three green energy projects in India with $900 million investment
The generated power will be supplied to AMNS India, its steelmaking joint venture. ArcelorMittal on Monday unveiled three renewable energy projects in India with a total of 1 GW of nominal solar and wind capacity. The company is said to invest $900 million for the green projects. Under the announced projects, 36 MW solar production… Continue reading ArcelorMittal unveils three green energy projects in India with $900 million investment
CAFE-3 norms: How debate, drama and division split OEMs in 2025
Industry body SIAM (Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers), tasked with bringing OEMs on the common table, struggled to get them along and wrote to the government, calling the norms “too harsh”. It is often said that the auto industry, characterised by its adrenaline rush of new launches, technological disruption and policy shifts, never really slows… Continue reading CAFE-3 norms: How debate, drama and division split OEMs in 2025
China’s probes on EU products following EV tariffs
Highlighting the user-friendly nature of electric vehicles, the Union Minister said EVs offer significant ease of driving compared to conventional vehicles, with reduced physical effort and simplified operations. The Chinese commerce ministry has imposed anti-dumping measures on imports from the European Union, exacerbating trade tensions that spiked when the bloc imposed tariffs on China-made electric… Continue reading China’s probes on EU products following EV tariffs