LNG has higher calorific value and burns much cleaner than diesel. Using LNG results in reduction of CO2 emission by 30 %, particulate matter (PM) by 80 %, and SOx by 100 %. New Delhi: With quicker adoption of liquified natural gas (LNG) becoming a centre point in government’s gas policy and to control greenhouse… Continue reading Adani-Total Gas betting big on LNG
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Sales of CNG vehicles rise 52% in 2023
According to industry experts, factors fuelling the growth of CNG vehicles include an expanded network of CNG stations and reduced carbon emissions. The difference in prices between CNG and petrol or diesel led to a rise in sales of CNG vehicles including cars and auto rickshaws during 2023. Data by the Union ministry of road… Continue reading Sales of CNG vehicles rise 52% in 2023
PIL: TN yet to notify rules for high security number plates, can’t fine motorists
“On the one hand the state has not approved vendors for supply of number plates and on the other police officers impose fines on owners of vehicles without such number plates,” he said. A Chennai resident has moved Madras high court to restrain transport authorities from imposing penalty on vehicles without high security number plates… Continue reading PIL: TN yet to notify rules for high security number plates, can’t fine motorists
EV firms driving demand for expats; cos increase hiring in tech, engineering, R&D roles
“India’s rapidly growing EV market, combined with significant innovation and investments on the supply side, is attracting professionals worldwide,” said Amit Gupta, co-founder at Yulu. Electric vehicle makers in India are accelerating their search for expat talent even as the country positions itself among the world’s leading EV markets. Companies such as Tata Motors, Ather… Continue reading EV firms driving demand for expats; cos increase hiring in tech, engineering, R&D roles
Vande Bharat train, running at 160 kmph, stops automatically before red signal in first ‘Kavach’ trial
Before this trial, the Agra division, under the supervision of Gupta, successfully conducted two more Kavach trials at 140 kmph and 160 kmph for other mail and express trains. The Agra railway division on Friday successfully tested an automatic braking system installed in eight-car Vande Bharat trains as part of the indigenously developed anti-collision device… Continue reading Vande Bharat train, running at 160 kmph, stops automatically before red signal in first ‘Kavach’ trial
Honeywell, ENEOS to develop world’s first commercial-scale hydrogen transport project
“By providing solutions to help overcome the challenges of hydrogen transportation, Honeywell is supporting ENEOS in transitioning to a hydrogen-powered future.” New Delhi: Honeywell announced that ENEOS, a leading energy company in Japan, will develop the world’s first commercial scale Liquid Organic Hydrogen Carrier (LOHC) project using Honeywell’s solution at multiple sites. “The LOHC solution… Continue reading Honeywell, ENEOS to develop world’s first commercial-scale hydrogen transport project
Manufacturing, EV, engineering sectors to drive 2024 hiring activity
According to Adecco’s internal data across hiring platforms, the sectors listed have seen more than 10 million professionals changing jobs or getting hired in 2023, including both new hires and replacements. Manufacturing, electric vehicle and engineering companies, as well as the offshore facilities of multinationals, are hiring at their fastest pace in five years, boosting… Continue reading Manufacturing, EV, engineering sectors to drive 2024 hiring activity
Red Sea crisis: Over 700% rise in freight rates give exporters a sinking feeling
Indian businesses cannot avoid the Red Sea as it is a crucial trade channel linking Europe, Asia and the Middle East as it is the gateway to the Suez Canal: nearly 12% of global commerce and a third of the world’s container ship traffic pass through this region. As the spectre of Houthi attacks engulf… Continue reading Red Sea crisis: Over 700% rise in freight rates give exporters a sinking feeling
Italy stake in Stellantis not on agenda for now, minister says
Stellantis Chairman John Elkann said in June the company did not need the Italian state as a shareholder. The Italian government buying a stake in Fiat-parent Stellantis is not on the cards, but could be if the automaker requested it, industry minister Adolfo Urso said on Friday. Urso raised the prospect of Rome buying shares… Continue reading Italy stake in Stellantis not on agenda for now, minister says
NHAI names 9 banks to facilitate payments at 247 toll stations amid Paytm Payments Bank regulatory clampdown
The 247 toll plazas managed by Paytm Payments Bank account for about 14% of the country’s daily national highway toll collection, which is INR 190 crore on average. The highways authority has named nine banks that will facilitate payments at the 247 toll stations where the ‘acquirer’ is Paytm Payments Bank, the entity that was… Continue reading NHAI names 9 banks to facilitate payments at 247 toll stations amid Paytm Payments Bank regulatory clampdown