Deepak Patel

OMCs flag pricing, demand and vehicle gaps as key hurdles to flex fuel rollout, questioning viability without clear incentives and ecosystem readiness

Civil aviation ministry defers rule mandating 60% free seat selection after airlines flag concerns over fares, ancillary revenues and impact on deregulated pricing framework

Suzuki Motorcycle India expects FY27 domestic growth below earlier estimates as rising commodity costs and global uncertainty from West Asia conflict weigh on demand

Jet fuel prices were partially raised to cushion domestic travellers despite global surge, while commercial LPG prices were hiked and domestic rates kept unchanged

Passenger vehicle wholesales rose 16.3 per cent in March, driven by GST-led demand recovery and strong SUV traction, even as geopolitical tensions weighed on costs

Former IATA chief to take charge from August as airline looks to stabilise operations and drive global expansion following recent disruption and leadership change

Faiz Ahmed Kidwai moved after tenure marked by aviation crises, safety lapses and regulatory challenges, as Centre appoints Vir Vikram Yadav as new DGCA chief

Govt plans credit guarantees and interest support to unlock financing for private e-bus and e-truck operators amid lender hesitation

Disruptions from Iran war have sharpened underlying challenges in a sector that is still recovering from last year's shocks

Fuel price fears amid West Asia tensions push electric two-wheeler penetration to 9.7%, as fence-sitters shift to EVs

The Prime Minister positioned the Jewar airport as a key connectivity and economic hub for cities including Agra, Meerut, Aligarh, Ghaziabad, and Mathura

The aviation regulator has issued stricter norms for VVIP flights, directing pilots to prioritise safety, resist undue pressure and follow enhanced operational protocols

Government explores E25 fuel shift beyond E20, but automakers flag emission risks, liability concerns, and lack of testing amid rising crude oil pressures

EV manufacturers face potential financial impact as unspent subsidy allocations risk lapsing by the March 31

Government fast-tracks flex-fuel vehicle rollout, convenes automakers meet as fuel supply disruptions push shift beyond E20 ethanol blending

JSW Motors has partnered Dassault Systemes to deploy a digital platform to accelerate EV design, engineering and manufacturing as part of its broader automotive push

Government approves next phase of UDAN scheme to boost regional connectivity, develop airports and helipads, and support airlines operating in underserved regions

Ministry advises automakers to cut oil-based fuel use, optimise production and explore alternatives amid supply constraints triggered by West Asia conflict

Parliamentary panel flags systemic failures, rising defects and staff shortages, urges Civil Aviation Ministry to conduct root-cause review within 90 days

The government will notify the CIE incentive scheme by mid-2026 to boost domestic manufacturing, raise value addition, and attract investments in construction equipment