ELECTRIC VEHICLE SECTOR
India's EV plans to get a policy boost as govt may fast-track 3 big-ticket schemes The Indian government plans to fast-track three major electric vehicle schemes in its first hundred days, including incentives for local battery production and electric bus procurement under FAME 3. Aimed at boosting clean mobility, these initiative...
04 Jul, 2024, 03.27 PM ISTBudget 2024: EV makers seek stability in incentives, call for long-term subsidy assurance before FAME III roll out Budget 2024: The Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (FAME) scheme was originally launched in 2015 to encourage the adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles. Under it, a subsidy was provided to EV makers who used it to lower the p...
03 Jul, 2024, 01.06 PM ISTEV companies seek stability in incentives ahead of FAME-III rollout The comparison between FAME-II and EMPS subsidies is crucial, as highlighted by a report from the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations, emphasizing the importance of stable subsidy regimes for the EV industry's growth.
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VCs chase auto parts makers to hitch a ride on EV journey Smaller component makers for electric vehicles (EVs), many of which started with other businesses before pivoting to their current business mainstays, are increasingly attracting interest from venture capital firms amid a boom in EV sales. The boom ...
02 Jul, 2024, 10.18 AM ISTBrookfield targets USD 10 billion investments in renewable sector Canada’s Brookfield Asset Management plans to triple its investments in India’s renewable energy sector to over $10 billion within the next three to four years. The firm is also exploring opportunities in electric vehicles and green hydrogen. With a...
25 Jun, 2024, 11.24 AM ISTCanada considers imposing import tariffs on Chinese EVs Canada is considering imposing import tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs). Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland stated on Monday that the government will seek the public's opinion on the matter starting July 2.
24 Jun, 2024, 10.04 PM ISTHow cheap are electric vehicle (EV) loans? This depends on two factors EV loan interest rates: For electric passenger vehicles, the rates are competitive with internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles and sometimes even lower. However, for electric two-wheelers, the rates tend to be consistently higher, varying based o...
24 Jun, 2024, 11.44 AM ISTStrategic reforms in customs duties, GST, commerce to push India's inclusive growth, says GTRI The think tank suggested increasing the GST exemption limit for a firm's annual turnover from 40 lakh to 1.5 crore as this will be transformative for India's MSME sector, promoting job creation and growth. Firms with less than Rs 1.5 crore turnover ...
13 Jun, 2024, 01.37 PM ISTExpo Centre Sharjah signs agreement to launch Middle East Electric Vehicle Show 2025 Expo Centre Sharjah (ECS) has forged a strategic partnership with MIE Events to debut the Middle East Electric Vehicle Show (MEEVS) in 2025 at the Centre. This groundbreaking agreement paves the way for the region's premier electric vehicle event, s...
10 Jun, 2024, 08.39 AM ISTUtpal Sheth on key megatrends that can shape India's future growth “Even one megatrend will create multiple types of opportunities, multiple types of companies and business models that you will be able to participate in. I think the way the financial savings in the country will get channelised will be another megat...
08 Jun, 2024, 05.02 PM ISTPM Modi responds to Elon Musk's congratulatory message, says India's stable policies continue to facilitate business environment Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed gratitude to Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, for congratulating him on his electoral victory in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Modi responded to Musk's post on the social media platform X, emphasizing India'...
08 Jun, 2024, 02.07 PM ISTChina says it never uses EV subsidies barred by WTO China's Foreign Ministry denies using subsidies banned by the World Trade Organization for electric vehicles (EVs), addressing concerns over its EV industry flooding the U.S. market. Spokesperson Mao Ning stated that China's success in the EV market...
06 Jun, 2024, 02.08 PM ISTThematic focus on infra, renewables and real estate likely to continue: Harsh Gupta Madhusudan Chinese valuations are roughly half of India's, but Chinese earnings growth is also significantly lower. The China trade is more tactical and opportunistic.
03 Jun, 2024, 08.01 AM ISTSeries AA 127- The EV transformation-Part 1: How a multibagger got fresh tailwinds & gave 22,334% return in the last 20 years Excerpts from its annual report for 2017-18. ELECTRIC VEHICLES – THE NEW MARKET DISRUPTOR “We are anticipating the next market disruption through electric vehicles. We are closely reviewing and watching the situations and doing our ground level work...
02 Jun, 2024, 01.37 PM ISTSeries AA 127- The EV transformation - Part 1: How a multibagger got fresh tailwinds & gave 22,204% return in last 20 years Below are the excerpts from its annual report of 2017-18. ELECTRIC VEHICLES – THE NEW MARKET DISRUPTOR | “We are anticipating the next market disruption through electric vehicles. We are closely reviewing and watching the situations and doing our gr...
28 May, 2024, 11.22 PM ISTIf Modi is re-elected, these sectors will get his most attention Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged to propel India to become the world's third-largest economy if re-elected for a third term. His ambitious 100-day agenda post-election includes prioritizing manufacturing, new-age technology, infrastructure d...
22 May, 2024, 02.22 PM ISTTalent demand in EV segment drives in new roles and contract hiring The electric vehicle (EV) industry is booming, creating a demand for diverse skills and expertise. Opportunities span technical, leadership, and operational roles. Contract staffing is playing a crucial role in meeting the industry's needs, with a f...
20 May, 2024, 06.14 PM IST"If we work together, India can achieve all SDGs by 2030" says Ajay Piramal at CII Annual Business Summit 2024 Underscoring the rapid progress expected over the next two decades, he said, "Let's say in 2047, we'll have - we'll be the third-largest economy, maybe a USD 40 billion economy. Even now, in the next - I think by 2029, we'll be the third-largest eco...
18 May, 2024, 03.24 PM ISTMahindra Group to invest Rs 37,000 crore in auto sector, plans to launch 23 new vehicles by 2030 Mahindra Group announces plans to invest Rs 37,000 crore in the auto sector over the next three years, with a focus on launching 23 new vehicles by 2030. The investment includes new ICE SUVs, BEVs, and light commercial vehicles. The company emphasiz...
16 May, 2024, 07.38 PM ISTJoe Biden set to impose tariffs on China electric vehicles, sources say U.S. President Joe Biden is set to announce new China tariffs as soon as next week targeting strategic sectors including electric vehicles, according to two people familiar with the matter. The full announcement, which could take place as soon as Tu...
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