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Govt Revises EV Rules, Allows Charging From Existing Power Connection
The Union Government revised rules of Electric Vehicle (EV) charging. Issued on January 17, as per new rules, EV owners are now allowed to charge their EVs using existing power connection at homes/offices. In addition, the Centre also approved government land allotment to private entities (with highest bid) to set up Public Charging Stations (PCS) for EVs, in phases. Notably, EV sales are expected to increase by 2030.
Tags: Electric Vehicles, Government of India, PCS, new guidelines, Minister
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Indian Startup Mints $28 Mn In Seed Funding To Manufacture Electric Vehicles
Electric Vehicle Indian Startup EVage has raised a whopping sum of $28 Million in seed funding from RedBlue Capital. It aims to supply Electric Vehicles to Indian logistics companies. The company will produce automobiles in leveraging proprietary hardware and 'Modular micro-manufacturing' factories. It will use the funding to complete its 'production-ready' factory outside Delhi and boost up production. Reportedly, EV sales accounted for 1.3… read-more
Tags: Electric Vehicles, Indian Startups, EVage, funding, Automobile
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Elon Musk On Entering Indian Market: Says, Currently Negotiating With Indian Govt
Replying to a Twitter user who wished to know about the launch of Electric Vehicles in India, Elon Musk said that he is still working to negotiate with the Indian Government. The Government has asked them to elevate local procurement and share comprehensive information on manufacturing plans. Elon had earlier stated that India has heavy import duties and it treats clean energy vehicles the same as petrol.
Tags: Elon Musk, India, Tesla, Automobiles, Electric Vehicles
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Elon Musk Says US Congress Shouldn't Accept Biden's EV Bill
Tesla CEO Elon Musk, on December 6 at the WSJ CEO Council Summit said the US Congress shouldn't accept the administration bill by Biden for Electric Vehicles (EVs). "It'd worsen the country's budget deficit," he added. Reportedly, the bill talks about boosting subsidies on EVs. ''I'm literally saying get rid of… read-more
Tags: Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Summit, USA, Electric Vehicles, tax
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Delhi Govt To Allows Entry OF Vehicle Run On CNG From Nov 27
The Delhi Government announced to allow entry of electric vehicles and CNG vehicles in Delhi from November 27. In order to reduce air pollution, the AAP Government had imposed a ban on the entry of vehicles running on other fuels on November 22. The implemented measure would be in effect till December 3. In addition, schools, colleges, and other educational institutions will be shut until November 28.
Tags: Delhi, AAP Government, CNG, Electric Vehicles, AQI
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Ajit Industries Launches Wide Range Of Tapes For EVs
India's leading Industrial tape manufacturers, Ajit Industries Private Limited (AIPL), launched its top-line tapes for electric vehicles (EVs). The wide variety of tapes include PVC tapes and sheet wraps, PET and conductive cloth tapes, aluminum and glass lamination tapes, cell-to-cell bonding, and strapping tapes. ''The AIPL aims at creating solutions that would make things easier and faster,'' said Ajit Gupta, Managing Director, AIPL.
Tags: Tapes, Electric Vehicles, AIPL, India, bengaluru
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Centre Launches 'E-Amrit' During COP26 Summit, Glasgow
E-Amrit, a web portal on electric vehicles was launched by the Central Government during the COP26 Summit in Glasgow, United Kingdom. It is reported to be the single point of contact for all information about electric vehicles including purchase, investment opportunities, guidelines, and subsidies of electric vehicles. Notably, more features were reported to be added to the portal to make it user-friendly and interactive.
Tags: COP26, Electric Vehicles, Glasgow, Central Government, India
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Bharat Petroleum Plans To Introduce EV Charging Stations On Petrol Pumps
Bharat petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has planned to offer Electronic Vehicle charging (EV) stations at around seven thousand petrol pumps over the coming years, throughout the country. EV charging infrastructure is one of the five focused working sectors of the BPCL, showed reports. The EV charging infrastructure will provide the company new business opportunities as well as hedge against the risk of displacement of fuels, said Arun… read-more
Tags: EV Charging Station, Electric Vehicles, India, Bharat Petroleum, Electric cars
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Tesla Requests Modi To Reduce Import Tax On Electric Vehicles
Tesla is set to enter the Indian markets, but before that, the company has requested PM Narendra Modi to reduce the import taxes on electric cars. Reportedly, a meeting was held between officials on the same issue, last month. Furthermore, the company has also urged for a meeting between Elon Musk and Modi. Besides, India levies 60% import duty on electric vehicles.
Tags: Tesla, India, Elon Musk, PM Narendra Modi, Electric Vehicles
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Tesla Shouldn't Sell Made In China EVs In India, Says Nitin Gadkari
While speaking at a media Conclave, Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on October 8 said he has asked Tesla ''don't sell electric cars in India'' which is manufactured in China by it. However, he also said the government would provide all the support if Tesla would manufacture its iconic electric vehicles in India. Besides, Gadkari informed everyone we are considering Tesla's demand for a reduction in taxes.
Tags: Tesla, Electric Vehicles, Minister Nitin Gadkari, Made in India, China
Courtesy: Mint
