In Short – The EU and India are collaborating to foster startup cooperation in E-Vehicle Batteries under the Trade and Technology Council. This partnership aims to drive innovation, accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles, and address sustainability challenges in transportation. In Details – The European Union (EU) and India today launched expressions of interest for […]
FAME II: Centre extends subsidies for e-vehicles to Rs 11,500 cr till March-end or till funds are available – EQ
In Short : The Indian government has extended subsidies for electric vehicles under the FAME II (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles in India) scheme to Rs 11,500 crore until the end of March or until funds are available. This move aims to incentivize the adoption of electric vehicles and support the […]
E-vehicles in Delhi use 55% of country’s ECS power – EQ Mag
NEW DELHI : Delhi is among the leaders in electric vehicle (EV) adoption in India. According to a report by Central Electricity Authority (CEA), the city consumed 55% of the total power consumed at EV charging stations in the country. According to the CEA’s report for FY 2022-23, the EV charging stations (ECS) across India […]
Himachal’s ‘green budget’ offers subsidies for e-vehicles, slaps ‘milk cess’ on liquor – EQ Mag
Shimla : The state’s Congress government presented its first Budget Friday, announcing a monthly allowance for over two lakh women, a “milk cess” on alcohol, and subsidies on electric vehicles as part of a plan to make Himachal Pradesh a “green state” in three years. In his over two-hour Budget speech in the state assembly, […]
Delhi govt launches chatbot to answer queries on e-vehicles – EQ Mag Pro
New Delhi : From how to procure e-vehicles to their price range and incentives, the Delhi government’s Whatsapp chatbot can answer all possible queries of people of the city looking for information on electric vehicles. The Delhi transport department’s newly launched chatbot is one of the many steps taken by the AAP dispensation to promote […]
India producing 81% of lithium ion batteries for e-vehicles: Govt – EQ Mag Pro
New Delhi : India has been producing 81 per cent of Lithium ion batteries for electric vehicles in the country, Road Transports and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Wednesday. Noting that the electric vehicle is a success story, he told the Rajya Sabha, in response to a question, that there has been a substantial […]
E-vehicles will be a game-changer for the courier and logistics sector – EQ Mag Pro
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India] : Fuel rates directly affect sectors such as courier and logistics as fuel accounts for a significant share of their costs. In this situation, the growing prevalence of electric vehicles is raising a great deal of hope. The logistics sector is relying heavily upon E-vehicles and it will be a game-changer for […]
Boris Johnson to announce hike in UK’s climate finance at COP26 Summit – EQ Mag Pro
At the World Leaders Summit opening ceremony, the UK PM will urge countries to take concrete steps on phasing out coal, accelerate transition to e-vehicles, and halt deforestation. Glasgow: The world must move from aspiration to action to limit rising global temperatures, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will tell world leaders at the COP26 climate […]
E-vehicles cost-effective in long run – EQ Mag Pro
Hyderabad: Telangana is seeing a steady rise in the number of e-vehicles, with over 3,000 electric cars and bikes currently being used in the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC), Warangal and Karimnagar. Electric vehicles promote a green economy as they produce zero tailpipe emissions, thus making their impact cleaner, better and more advantageous for the […]
Gujarat: ‘Country’s First’ E-Vehicles-Only Area To Be Developed in Kevadia
The Statue of Unity Area Development and Tourism Governance Authority (SOUADTGA) on Sunday said it will develop the “country’s first electric vehicles-only area” in Gujarat’s Kevadia. The Statue of Unity Area Development and Tourism Governance Authority (SOUADTGA) on Sunday said it will develop the “country’s first electric vehicles-only area” in Gujarat’s Kevadia. In its statement, […]