Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled a RS 20,000 crore five-year plan for carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) technologies in the Union Budget 2026-27, targeting emissions from factories that power India’s economy, including automotive manufacturing. The announcement will be applicable on five industries including power, steel, cement, refineries, and chemicals. CCUS acts like a giant… Continue reading Carbon Cash Infusion: India’s Rs 20,000 Crore Bet on Factory Emission Traps
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Budget 2026–27: Government Targets Industry 4.0 Push Through Electronics Manufacturing Support
The government will accelerate support for domestic manufacturing and electronics as part of a broader effort to deepen India’s integration into global supply chains and leverage opportunities arising from Industry 4.0, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said while presenting the Union Budget for 2026–27. The Finance Minister said, “Support will be provided to strengthen domestic manufacturing… Continue reading Budget 2026–27: Government Targets Industry 4.0 Push Through Electronics Manufacturing Support
Budget 2026-27 Boosts Infra Capex 9% to Rs 12.2 Lakh Cr, Igniting Demand for Trucks and Earthmovers
India’s Union Budget 2026-27 delivers a major lift for the automotive and construction equipment sectors, with Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman hiking capital spending by 9% to Rs 12.2 lakh crore. This surge targets roads, urban projects, and other builds that will drive demand for trucks, excavators, and earthmovers amid economic headwinds. The budget spotlights a… Continue reading Budget 2026-27 Boosts Infra Capex 9% to Rs 12.2 Lakh Cr, Igniting Demand for Trucks and Earthmovers
Can Budget take a leaf out of China’s BYD story to give India its own EV giant?
In 1995, a small firm began operations in China’s Shenzhen with just 20 employees and limited capital. Just three decades later, before it even turned 30, BYD is the world’s largest electric car company, having overtaken Tesla. Its rise was fuelled not just by technology, but by sustained state backing. Estimates suggest BYD received around… Continue reading Can Budget take a leaf out of China’s BYD story to give India its own EV giant?
Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Hits Record Volumes, Despatches Over 70,000 Units in January 2026
Strong demand following the recent GST cut, incremental volumes from the Sierra, and sustained traction for its compact SUV portfolio helped Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Ltd post another record-high monthly performance in January 2026. The company sold 71,066 passenger vehicles across domestic and international markets during the month, a 47.1 percent year-on-year increase from 48,316… Continue reading Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles Hits Record Volumes, Despatches Over 70,000 Units in January 2026
Hyundai Motor India Limited Signals Comeback Intent with Record Sales in January 2026
Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) reported its highest-ever monthly domestic sales in January 2026, opening the calendar year with record volumes after a period of heightened competitive pressure in the Indian passenger vehicle market. The company sold 59,107 units in the domestic market, a 9.5 percent year-on-year increase, while total sales, including exports, rose 11.5… Continue reading Hyundai Motor India Limited Signals Comeback Intent with Record Sales in January 2026
Onnit’s Instant Melatonin Spray Keeps Bedtime Uncomplicated
I’ve always approached taking melatonin supplements with skepticism. They seem to help every once in a while, but your brain is already making melatonin. Beyond that, I am not a fan of the sickly-sweet tablets, gummies, and other forms of melatonin I’ve come across. No one wants a bad taste in their mouth when they’re… Continue reading Onnit’s Instant Melatonin Spray Keeps Bedtime Uncomplicated
Waymo reportedly raising a $16B funding round
Waymo has nearly finalized a new $16 billion funding round that will value the robotaxi company at $110 billion, according to the Financial Times. More than three-fourths of that funding will reportedly come from a source close to home — Alphabet, where Waymo is a subsidiary. (The company was incubated as part of Alphabet’s “moonshot… Continue reading Waymo reportedly raising a $16B funding round
Epstein files show Elon Musk apparently discussed plans to visit sex offender’s island, host him at SpaceX
Elon Musk looks on as President Donald Trump speaks at the US-Saudi Investment Forum at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, Nov. 19, 2025. Brendan Smialowski | Afp | Getty Images A cache of newly released documents from the Epstein files on Friday showed Elon Musk apparently corresponded with the… Continue reading Epstein files show Elon Musk apparently discussed plans to visit sex offender’s island, host him at SpaceX
Waymo finalises $16bn funding round at $110bn valuation
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