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  Why EV cars are better than petrol, diesel and CNG cars for Indian roads

  Auto | May 24, 2026 6:45 IST

  EVs are not just a fad, but they are lining up as real challengers to petrol, diesel, and CNG cars in India. They cost less to run, are way cleaner, come loaded with cool tech, and are honestly a pleasure to drive. Sure, charging and batteries are works in progress, but things are moving fast.

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  Delhi: CM Rekha Gupta flags off 500 new electric buses as her government completes one year

  Delhi | February 08, 2026 14:26 IST

  With the addition of these 500 buses, Delhi’s total electric bus fleet has increased to 4,000, making it the city with the highest number of electric buses in the country. The new buses have been inducted into the DTC fleet to strengthen public transport and promote sustainable mobility.

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  'UP now a state that turns limitless potential into results': CM Yogi at EV plant inauguration

  Uttar Pradesh | January 09, 2026 21:29 IST

  Speaking at the inauguration of the Ashok Leyland EV plant in Lucknow, CM Yogi Adityanath said the plant currently has an annual manufacturing capacity of 2,500 units, which will be expanded to 5,000 units in phases.

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  Noida unveils proposed names and details for upcoming 500 e-bus service

  Uttar Pradesh | July 09, 2025 11:25 IST

  Noida: The electric bus project saw major progress with the selection of two private operators. Travel Time Mobility India Pvt Ltd will manage 250 nine-metre buses at a rate of Rs 55 per kilometre, while Delbus Mobility Pvt Ltd will operate 250 twelve-metre buses at Rs 68 per kilometre.

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  Delhi may roll out EV Policy 2.0: Major subsidy for women, phaseout plan for petrol, diesel vehicles

  Delhi | April 15, 2025 9:46 IST

  The Delhi government is set to launch its EV Policy 2.0, offering a subsidy of up to Rs 36,000 for women buying electric two-wheelers. The policy includes incentives for scrapping old vehicles, supports e-autos and commercial EVs, and proposes deadlines to phase out CNG and petrol vehicles.

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  CNG autos might disappear from Delhi roads soon | Here's why

  Delhi | April 08, 2025 9:30 IST

  The Delhi government’s draft EV Policy 2.0 proposes a phased removal of CNG autorickshaws from the city, beginning August 15, 2025, to promote electric mobility and curb pollution. No new CNG autos will be registered or renewed after that date, and older CNG autos must be retrofitted or replaced.

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  Electric vehicles insurance demand surges 16 times in 3 yrs, Delhi-NCR leads with 18.3% market share

  Business | March 22, 2025 14:04 IST

  Electric vehicles in India: The internal insurance sales data of the company suggest that bookings for the insured two-wheeler EVs accounted for 7-8 per cent of all two-wheeler insurance policies under five years.

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  Tesla begins hiring in India after PM Modi-Musk meeting, announces key job openings

  Business | February 18, 2025 8:29 IST

  Tesla has started hiring in India, listing key job openings in Mumbai and Delhi. This move followed Elon Musk's meeting with PM Modi, signaling Tesla's expansion into the Indian market.

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  Indian EV market likely to touch Rs 20 lakh crore by 2030, will create THIS many jobs

  Business | December 19, 2024 15:52 IST

  Nitin Gadkari said in 2023-24 there was a 45 per cent increase in sales of EVs, and 400 startups in electric two-wheelers have already started manufacturing. The cost of lithium-ion batteries is expected to come down further thereby helping in affordability and thus fuelling mass adoption.

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  'Ola toh Ola hai, Chetak shola hai': Bajaj Auto CEO takes dig at Ola Electric as EV rankings shift

  Business | December 09, 2024 13:34 IST

  Bajaj Auto CEO Rajiv Bajaj took a dig at Ola Electric, calling Chetak EV a ‘shola’ as it becomes India’s best-selling electric scooter. New Chetak model launch set for December 20. Know more about the EV market competition and sales rankings.

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  Anant Ambani and BP CEO launch Jio-bp's 500th EV charging station in Mumbai

  Business | September 26, 2024 23:51 IST

  Anant Ambani and BP CEO Murray Auchincloss inaugurated Jio-bp's 500th EV charging station at the Neeta Mukesh Ambani Cultural Center in Mumbai. The rapid expansion positions Jio-bp as a key player in India’s EV adoption, with a focus on fast-charging stations and green mobility.

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  Modi govt approves Rs 10,900 crore PM E-Drive Scheme to boost mobility of EVs: Know its key facets

  Business | September 12, 2024 7:41 IST

  The scheme addresses range anxiety of EV buyers by promoting in a big way the installation of electric vehicle public charging stations (EVPCS). The scheme also promotes mass mobility by supporting means of public transportation.

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  Canada imposes 100 per cent import tariff on Chinese EVs, matching US measures amid trade tensions

  India | August 26, 2024 18:52 IST

  At present, the only Chinese-made electric vehicles imported into Canada are produced by Tesla at its Shanghai factory. There are no Chinese-branded electric vehicles being sold or imported into the Canadian market at this time.

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  Delhi gets 320 electric buses, becomes India's first city to have highest number of EVs

  Delhi | July 30, 2024 15:43 IST

  Delhi Transport Minister Kailash Gahlot said the new electric buses will be stationed at three bus depots -- Sukhdev Vihar, Kalkaji and Naraina.

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  India's EV import tax reduction policy signals victory for Tesla and global automakers

  Auto | March 15, 2024 20:51 IST

  India's decision to lower import taxes on select electric vehicles (EVs) marked a significant triumph for Tesla, aligning with the company's persistent lobbying efforts in New Delhi.

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  Ola plans to deploy 10,000 two-wheeler EVs in two months, scale up services across India by December

  Business | January 27, 2024 16:13 IST

  The company announced on Friday the launch of e-bike services in Delhi and Hyderabad.

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  Tesla vs BYD: BIG blow to Elon Musk as Chinese EV giant just overtook his dream project

  Auto | January 04, 2024 14:12 IST

  The rise of BYD and other Chinese electric vehicle makers is a challenge not only for Tesla but also the world's major automakers as Chinese competitors push into Europe, Southeast Asia and other overseas markets with a relatively affordable option for drivers who want to go green.

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  Ayodhya gets electric cars for public transport: Check fare, other details

  Uttar Pradesh | January 03, 2024 20:18 IST

  According to reports, Ayodhya is being planned to be developed as a net zero carbon emission city as it gets ready for the grand Ram Mandir inauguration on January 22.

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  Tata Motors total sales up 5.89% at 82,954 units in October

  Auto | November 01, 2023 13:25 IST

  The total domestic sales stood at 80,825 units last month against 76,537 units in October 2022, a growth of 6 per cent, said the company in a regulatory filing. Its total commercial vehicle sales grew by 4% last month.

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  Tata Motors plans separate sales network for electric vehicles as demand surges

  Auto | September 14, 2023 19:40 IST

  The move aims to provide a distinct and tailored experience to customers opting for environmentally friendly models.