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The Congress government’s shifting statements on the number of auto‑rickshaws and retrofitting costs in Hyderabad have left drivers anxious. While Chief Minister Revanth Reddy earlier claimed two lakh autos were operating, the latest Cabinet figures put the number at just 18,766.

The government has extended the PM E-DRIVE scheme to March 31, 2028, with a Rs 11,900 crore outlay to boost EV adoption, charging infrastructure and domestic manufacturing. Electric two-wheelers will receive incentives of up to Rs 5,000 per vehicle, subject to eligibility

India's electric vehicle retail sales reached a record 3.28 lakh units in July, rising more than 66 per cent year on year. Electric two-wheelers crossed the two lakh-mark for the first time, while all EV segments posted strong growth, according to FADA

BMW will cut around 8,000 jobs in Germany by 2027 through a voluntary redundancy programme as it responds to weak demand, mounting costs and the transition to electric vehicles. The company says production jobs will remain unaffected despite the restructuring

Mercedes-Benz India launched the AMG E 53 plug-in hybrid at Rs 1.45 crore, reaffirming its commitment to hybrid vehicles despite a lack of policy incentives. The luxury automaker emphasized a powertrain-agnostic approach to serve evolving consumer demand

The Union Power Ministry has released draft CAFE-III regulations proposing tighter fleet-average fuel efficiency targets from April 1, 2027. The guidelines introduce carbon neutrality factors, fuel-saving technology incentives, and a credit-trading system administered by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency

An SBI Research report states that hitting a 20% EV adoption rate by 2030 could slash India’s fuel import bill by ₹1 lakh crore. Driven by West Asia geopolitical tensions, EV registrations are projected to cross 25 lakh in 2026

Indian automakers Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra & Mahindra and Tata Motors are exploring electric vehicle export opportunities in the UK under the India-UK FTA. The pact allows duty-free EV exports within quotas from the sixth year, boosting India's global automotive ambitions

Tata Motors will increase prices of its passenger vehicles, including ICE and electric models, by up to 1.5% from July 1. The company cited rising input costs and inflationary pressures, stating the revision will vary across models and variants

India’s electric vehicle market saw strong growth in May as rising fuel prices encouraged consumers to switch to EVs. Electric car and two-wheeler sales gained market share, with manufacturers benefiting from increased demand, supportive policies, and growing consumer acceptance

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced two-day work-from-home for government offices and introduced fuel-saving measures, including restrictions on foreign travel, reduced petrol allowances, and promotion of electric vehicles. The initiatives aim to conserve fuel amid global energy concerns following PM Modi’s appeal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reduced his convoy size during recent visits to promote austerity and fuel conservation amid the West Asia crisis. The move follows his public appeal encouraging reduced petrol and diesel usage, greater adoption of electric vehicles, metro travel, carpooling, and work-from-home practices

TVS Motor Company led the segment with 37,683 units last month, compared to 19,976 units in April 2025-an increase of 88.64%.

An unprecedented energy crisis, triggered by US-Israeli strikes on Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, has accelerated a global shift toward renewables. Amid skyrocketing oil prices and supply disruptions, 50 nations are gathering in Colombia to negotiate a historic fossil-fuel phaseout treaty

Inconsistent EV and trade policies are creating uncertainty, forcing potential buyers to defer their plans

A Revanth Reddy directed all Telangana government departments to purchase only electric vehicles to curb pollution and promote clean mobility. The Chief Minister also proposed a modern bus terminal at Shamshabad and discussed upcoming high-speed rail corridors from Hyderabad

Mercedes-Benz will locally produce the ultra-luxury GLS Maybach in India, becoming the only country outside the US to do so. Localisation will reduce its price, alongside plans for 12 new models and expanded EV infrastructure under the ‘MB.Charge Public’ initiative

Deeper partnerships can help India mitigate geopolitical risks in the Indo-Pacific and reduce dependence on China

Maruti Suzuki plans to localise battery production and critical EV components, expand charging infrastructure, and launch multiple electric models, including e-VITARA, to boost consumer confidence. The company targets five EVs by FY30 and 1 lakh charging stations nationwide

ThunderPlus and Trinity Cleantech launched the world’s first ethanol-based 150 kW EV charger in Hyderabad, offering grid-free, rapid deployment and 80% lower emissions—revolutionizing India’s clean mobility and biofuel integration.