Tata Motors, which launched the MY2026 facelifted Punch today (January 13), has sold 678,176 units since the model’s first launch on October 21, 2021. The new Punch, revealed on January 5, sports the most comprehensive update for the popular Tata compact SUV including Punch EV-inspired interiors and exterior, a host of new features and also a… Continue reading Tata Punch Records 678,000 Sales; Facelifted Version Launched
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CNH to Bolster ‘Make in India’ Portfolio Through New Greenfield Plant by 2026
For much of 2025, the Indian construction equipment industry found itself mired in what Shalabh Chaturvedi, Managing Director for India and SAARC at CASE Construction Equipment, describes as a “perfect storm.” A confluence of delayed highway projects, state funds diverted to populist welfare schemes, and a costly transition to cleaner engine standards left the sector… Continue reading CNH to Bolster ‘Make in India’ Portfolio Through New Greenfield Plant by 2026
MarkLines Launches AI-Powered Search Tool for Automotive Industry Professionals
MarkLines Co., Ltd., a leading automotive industry information platform, has announced the launch of its “MarkLines Gen-AI Beta Version,” a new artificial intelligence-powered feature designed specifically for business-to-business users in the automotive sector. The new tool enables users to pose questions in natural language and receive immediate access to relevant data from MarkLines’ extensive automotive… Continue reading MarkLines Launches AI-Powered Search Tool for Automotive Industry Professionals
SUV Share of PV Market Jumps to New High of 66% in CY2025
If the passenger vehicle industry in India has achieved its best-ever annual wholesales of 4.48 million units in CY2025, up 5% YoY (CY2024: 4.27 million units), then the credit for the growth once again goes to the utility vehicle (UV) segment which comprise SUVs and MPVs. The UV sub-segment continues to be the shining star… Continue reading SUV Share of PV Market Jumps to New High of 66% in CY2025
Škoda Unveils ‘Peaq’ as Name for New All-Electric 7-Seater Flagship
Škoda Auto has announced that its highly anticipated all-electric seven-seater flagship will be called the Peaq, marking a significant milestone in the Czech manufacturer’s electric vehicle strategy. The name reflects the vehicle’s position at the summit of Škoda’s model lineup, with the automaker describing it as a “clear statement” about where the model belongs in… Continue reading Škoda Unveils ‘Peaq’ as Name for New All-Electric 7-Seater Flagship
Odisha to Host Clean Energy Expo as State Targets Green Hub Status by 2036
The Odisha Cleantech Global Expo will take place February 12-13, 2026, in Bhubaneswar, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and investors focused on clean energy and sustainable mobility. The event represents the first large-scale cleantech exhibition in Eastern India, with confirmed participation from companies in Australia, Germany, France, the United States, and India. Chief Minister Mohan… Continue reading Odisha to Host Clean Energy Expo as State Targets Green Hub Status by 2036
Venezuela Crisis Poses Minimal Risk to Indian Corporates: CRISIL
The recent military operation in Venezuela is unlikely to have a material impact on India’s global trade or the credit quality of Indian companies, according to a credit alert issued by CRISIL Ratings on Monday. Despite the turmoil in Venezuela, CRISIL Ratings does not anticipate disruption to Indian businesses. The rating agency noted that even… Continue reading Venezuela Crisis Poses Minimal Risk to Indian Corporates: CRISIL
Venezuela Crisis Poses Minimal Risk to Indian Corporates: CRISIL
The recent military operation in Venezuela is unlikely to have a material impact on India’s global trade or the credit quality of Indian companies, according to a credit alert issued by CRISIL Ratings on Monday. Despite the turmoil in Venezuela, CRISIL Ratings does not anticipate disruption to Indian businesses. The rating agency noted that even… Continue reading Venezuela Crisis Poses Minimal Risk to Indian Corporates: CRISIL
BillionE Mobility Secures $25 Million to Expand Electric Truck Fleet
BillionElectric Mobility has raised $25 million in growth capital through a combination of equity and debt financing to expand its electric truck operations across India’s industrial corridors. The funding round was supported by ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and financial institutions including State Bank of India. The capital will fund the deployment of more than 500… Continue reading BillionE Mobility Secures $25 Million to Expand Electric Truck Fleet
Tata Motors Launches New Punch SUV at ₹5.59 Lakh
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd. launched the new Tata Punch on January 13, 2026, in Mumbai, introducing a turbocharged petrol engine and twin-cylinder iCNG technology with AMT gearbox at an introductory starting price of ₹5.59 lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi). The updated subcompact SUV, trusted by approximately 700,000 customers since its October 2021 debut, adds two… Continue reading Tata Motors Launches New Punch SUV at ₹5.59 Lakh