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Tuesday, September 9, 2025
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Topic: Electric Cars

Delhi HC directs govt to release pending EV subsidies, says no delay on procedural grounds

The court, acting on a PIL, directed Transport dept to create a dedicated bank account & release pending EV subsidies without delay, noting that govt has funds but failed to disburse it on time.

Tesla makes its India debut with a pricey Model Y at Rs 60 lakh, deliveries to start from 3rd quarter

Mumbai: Tesla on Tuesday launched its Model Y at about $70,000 in India, the highest price among major markets, as the U.S. automaker grappling...

Trump quashes Biden’s EV mandate in favour of petrol, says ‘you can buy car of your choice’

Among Trump’s poll promises, which he activated on Day 1 of presidency, was rescinding Biden’s ‘Green New Deal’ that envisaged half of US cars by 2030 would be electric.

Inside 2024 dashboard—BMW M5 on race track, driving on a frozen lake, altitude sickness

It is one thing to drive on a track, and quite another to drive on a frozen lake near the Arctic Circle in Finland—an adventure I had earlier this year on the Audi Ice Experience.

The ‘new car’ of the future isn’t from a showroom—it’s your old one updated like an iPhone

The last time I upgraded iOS on my iPhone, it was like learning to use a new device. And that’s what an SDV is all about. They’re redefining what a 'new car' means.

Tata Motors’ new Nexon shows CNG story is the one to watch, not just electric

CNG sales are also being pushed by the central government, as gas is cheaper to import than crude petroleum.

10 yrs ago, battery leasing failed to boost demand for EV cars in India. Now, it’s making a comeback

Under this model, battery is provided to EV owners on a subscription basis or lease. With more people open to buying EV cars, the lower upfront cost could likely drive wider acceptance.

Why the future of cars does not look electrified

Making a jump from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles is the kind of romantic prospect that would appeal to India, which jumped from a shortage of landline phones to an abundance of smartphones.

EVs were propped up as future of cars. So why are UK and US falling out of love with them?

Mercedes-Benz had said it would move toward becoming an 'electric-only' company by 2030 but has now put it off. The UK govt has withdrawn subsidies for EVs. And in India, the FAME-II subsidy is expected to lapse soon.

Tata Motors lands the right ‘Punch’ with their new electric car. It’s superior to Nexon EV

Tata Punch EV, with the larger battery and more powerful motor, is an excellent value proposition for those seeking a comfortable ride.

On Camera

Is Nepal having a Bangladesh moment? Gen Z protests more than social media ban

Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli’s government is being called ‘Hatyara Sarkar’. Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak has resigned, but the protests continue to intensify.

What happens to Haryana real estate agents now? Govt agency HSVP to act as broker, take commissions

Gurugram: Stirring a storm in Haryana's real estate circles, the Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP)—the state's urban development agency—has taken on the role of...

Modi to address military brass next week; theaterisation & Op Sindoor on agenda for Kolkata conference

The Combined Commanders’ Conference (CCC) in Kolkata is also likely to see deliberations on the proposed 'Sudarshan Chakra' missile defence system.

Punjab is fast becoming the new Northeast. And there’s a message in it for Modi

In its toughest time in decades because of floods, Punjab would’ve expected PM Modi to visit. If he has the time for a Bihar tour, why not a short visit to next-door Punjab?