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Ola Electric’s Bhavish Aggarwal takes a swipe at ‘cute’ Ather Rizta ads
Ola Electric's Bhavish Aggarwal criticizes Ather Energy's marketing approach for new scooter Rizta. He advises focusing on supply chain and technology to reduce product costs. Ola Electric leads in electric scooter sales in India.
Best Electric Bicycles in India to Ride your Heart Out (2024)
Are you looking for a good electric bicycle for yourself? If so, then continue reading this article to learn about the best electric bicycles in India. We have ensured to cover all the details about these bicycles which shall help you decide which bike you would like to bring home with you.
Delhi's electricity bills are on the rise: Here's why you might be paying more
Delhi Electricity Bill: Electricity bills in Delhi saw an increase due to a rise in the power purchase adjustment charge (PPAC) across various discoms, starting this February. This adjustment, effective from February, reflects higher power purchase costs influenced by rising coal and fuel prices. PPAC, a surcharge managed by the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC), aims to cover these fluctuating costs incurred by discoms.
Xiaomi's SU7 bedazzles at India showcasing, rolls out tech bonanza with star-Redmi 13 5G
Chinese tech giant Xiaomi showcased its electric vehicle SU7 in Bengaluru, alongside new electronic products like the Star-Redmi 13 5G. Although not for sale in India, the SU7, resembling a Porsche Taycan but cheaper, marks Xiaomi’s EV ambitions. Heavy rains in Muradabad have damaged tomato crops, driving prices up in North India.
These largecaps have ‘strong buy’ & ‘buy’ recos and upside potential of more than 24%
It is clear both indices, nifty, sensex and market breadth are under the control of bulls. As indices form new highs, probably we are going to see a phase, where the momentum itself becomes fuel to fresh money coming to the markets. The profit booking which may take place is likely to make index moving in sideways range. One or the other sector which forms part of the indices will keep coming and witnessing up move or down move on a rotational basis. One day IT stocks will handle the decline, other day it would be banks and the balance is maintained. ET screener powered by Refinitiv’s Stock Report Plus lists down quality stocks with high upside potential over the next 12 months, having an average recommendation rating of “buy” or "strong buy". The screener applies different algorithms for all BSE and NSE stocks.
Can Ola Electric become the Maruti Suzuki of electric two-wheelers?
Ola Electric, led by Bhavish Aggarwal, leads the e2W market with a 48% share in Q1 FY25, selling 74,068 units. Despite preparing for an IPO and product issues, growth stems from strategic partnerships and pricing. Policy shifts under EMPS cut subsidies, impacting sales. The company must adapt to competition and future e-motorcycle trends.
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Mumbai rains: Heavy rainfall predicted for next 24 hours in some areas
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Mumbai has forecast heavy rainfall at isolated places and moderate rainfall in the city and suburbs for the next 24 hours. In anticipation of severe waterlogging, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has deployed teams across the city.
Strong ER&D demand helps IT buck overall soft hiring trend
India's $250 billion IT services industry is facing sluggish hiring, but a bright spot is emerging in Engineering, Research & Development (ER&D). Demand for ER&D services is surging, driving a 15% increase in recruitment for these roles. Staffing firms report that tech companies are ramping up ER&D hiring to stay competitive in the global market.
Faster nod for power connection to EV charging stations proposed
The Indian government has proposed new guidelines to reduce the approval time for electricity connections for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. The approval time in metropolitan areas will be cut from seven days to three days, and in municipal areas from 15 days to seven days. In rural areas, the time will be reduced from 30 days to 15 days. The draft guidelines also call for an online single-window clearance system for faster processing of these connections.
Delhi's peak power demand grew 3.8x on hot and humid days in last 12 months: Report
Delhi's peak electricity demand surged due to temperature variations, with peak demand increasing by 711 MW on hot and humid days, 506 MW on cold days, and 188 MW on moderate days. The analysis by IEEFA highlighted the necessity of enhancing utility-scale solar power to meet rising demands and mitigate the impact of heatwaves.
Delhi, hold on, this dam will quench your thirst soon
After 50 years on the drawing board, Renuka Dam, which will provide 23,000 litres of water per second to Delhi in the dry months, looks set to become reality. But construction and filling up of the reservoir could take another eight years
Indian automobile industry grows 19 pc to Rs 10.22 lakh cr in FY24: Report
In the two-wheeler segment, India witnessed 10 per cent increase in volume and 13 per cent in value. The three-wheeler segment grew by 16 per cent in volume and 24 per cent in value and the commercial vehicle segment rose by 3 per cent in volume and 7 per cent in value.
Adani Group awards Rs 7,000 crore orders to BHEL for two power plants
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has secured orders worth Rs 7,000 crore from Adani Group for two power plants. The projects include the Raipur and Mirzapur supercritical thermal power plants in Chhattisgarh and Uttar Pradesh, with BHEL handling the manufacture, supply, and commissioning of key equipment. BHEL is India's leading engineering and manufacturing enterprise in energy, industry, and infrastructure.
Troubled with frequent power cut? Get compensation from electricity distributor if it happens due to this reason, know how
Power cut: Electricity discom have to provide compensation to you if they have resorted to wilful load shedding. This compensation will be adjusted through your electricity bill. However for other deficiencies of service (if any) you will have to lodge a complaint. Read here to know how much compensation you can get in Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Delhi and Karnataka.
Reality behind the 8.2% FY24 GDP growth is not as robust
The 8.2% FY24 GDP growth reflects a modest deceleration from 3QFY24 at 8.6%. Real gross value added growth slowed considerably in 4QFY24 to 6.3% from 8.3% in 1QFY24.
Modi plans post-election reforms to rival Chinese manufacturing
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is planning business-friendly measures if he secures a third term, aiming to boost domestic manufacturing by easing labor regulations, offering subsidies, and reducing import taxes. Modi's vision includes creating industrial zones to attract global firms, but challenges remain with restrictive labor laws, land acquisition, and high import tariffs. His reelection campaign emphasizes economic development and positioning India as a manufacturing hub.
VC funds take a shine to new gen’s D2C brands
Direct-to-customer (D2C) startups founded by scions of traditional business families are raking in venture funding across sectors like food, apparel, and wellness. Investors see these entrepreneurs' deep understanding of the business and connections in the supply chain ecosystems as a recipe for modernising legacy businesses.
RBI's balance sheet size is now 2.5x the size of Pakistan's GDP
The Reserve Bank of India's balance sheet grew by 11.08% to Rs 70.48 lakh crore as of March 31, 2024. The RBI's income rose by 17.04%, while expenditure decreased by 56.30%. Consequently, the RBI's surplus increased by 141.23% to Rs 2.11 lakh crore, transferred to the Centre.
Stock gaming apps under Sebi scanner; ETtech Done Deals
The capital markets regulator is cracking down on illicit gaming apps that offer virtual trading services and fantasy games. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
G7 officials make progress but no final deal on money for Ukraine from frozen Russian assets
G7 finance officials are nearing an agreement on using frozen Russian assets to benefit Ukraine, with final decisions to be made at a June summit of national leaders.
NTPC Q4 Results: Net profit jumps 33% YoY to Rs 6,490 crore; dividend declared at Rs 3.25 per share
State-owned power giant NTPC on Friday posted a 33 per cent rise in its consolidated net profit to Rs 6,490.05 crore in the March 2024 quarter, mainly on the back of higher revenues. The company had reported Rs 4,871.55 crore consolidated net profit in the quarter ended March 2023, a BSE filing said.
With Ukraine losing ground, allies debate how to squeeze cash for Kyiv out of frozen Russian assets
Ukraine's allies are debating how to use frozen Russian assets to support Kyiv's war effort amid Russia's territorial gains. The issue of $260 billion in Russian assets frozen abroad is a key concern at the G7 meeting in Italy.
Government successfully met peak power demand in Delhi without outages: Atishi
Delhi Power Minister Atishi commended the power department for maintaining uninterrupted electricity supply in Delhi amid intense heatwave conditions, asserting readiness for potential peak demands of up to 8000 MW while contrasting with reported power outages in neighbouring cities and BJP-ruled states.
Govt plans extensively to ensure adequate coal stock at thermal power plants ahead of monsoon
The coal ministry ensures adequate coal stock at thermal power plants before monsoons through sub-group meetings with state power generating companies and an inter-ministerial committee.
Coal's share in India's power generation capacity drops below 50% for 1st time since 1960s
India's share of coal in its total power generation capacity dropped below 50% in Q1 2024, marking the first time since the 1960s. Renewable energy accounted for 71.5 percent of the 13,669 MW power generation capacity added by India in Q1 2024. This trend is well ahead of India's target of achieving 50% cumulative power generation capacity from non-fossil fuel-based sources by 2030. The decline in coal's share mirrors a global trend, with demand for coal in G7 countries hitting record lows in 2023. G7 countries pledged to phase out all unabated coal power generation by 2035.
Ola Electric slashes S1 X scooter prices
Ola Electric reduces S1 X scooter prices to bolster market position against Ather's Rizta. FY24 market leader with extended warranty and sales surge. Transition from FAME-II subsidies to EMPS. Subsidy approvals granted to key players.
Ola Electric sees record registrations in March; ends FY24 with 115% growth on year
IPO-bound Ola Electric retains its market leader tag with 328,785 units registered in FY24, the Vahan portal shows. The number has more than doubled from FY23 at 152,741. In the March quarter, the company saw 119,310 registrations, as against 84,133 units in the previous quarter.
Ola Electric raises $50 million in debt financing from EvolutionX Cap
Ola Electric Mobility raised Rs 410 crore from EvolutionX Debt Capital, supported by DBS and Temasek. Founder Bhavish Aggarwal is pitching the IPO to global investors, aiming for a $7-8 billion valuation.
India rebuilds coal stocks to ensure electric reliability: Kemp
India's electricity supply in 2024 is more comfortable due to increased coal production and a significant deployment of renewables. Coal inventories have recovered, with record volumes of coal being dug and dispatched to generators. Power plants now have plentiful stocks of coal, minimizing the risk of blackouts. Generators are storing 38 million tonnes of coal on site, up from previous years. The comfortable fuel situation is a result of increased coal production and prioritized coal deliveries. The expansion of renewable generation has also relieved some pressure on coal supplies.
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