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India's EV penetration tops 12% for first time in June, led by e2Ws

India's EV market crossed 12 per cent of overall vehicle retail sales for the first time in June, driven by record electric two-wheeler sales and broad-based growth across segments

Centre asks OEMs to audit connected vehicles' software and devices

The Centre has asked automakers to audit connected vehicle software and battery systems after security flaws exposed electric vehicles to remote hacking risks

PM E-Drive scheme may get a longer run as EV makers seek support

Industry urges subsidy extension and PLI access to offset higher commodity prices

Statistics ministry expert panel seeks uniform energy data standards

The panel has recommended common end-use categories, conversion factors and product classifications to harmonise India's energy statistics and improve policy analysis

JSW MG Motor, Spinny partner to strengthen pre-owned EV ecosystem in India

JSW MG Motor India and used-car platform Spinny on Monday announced a partnership to strengthen the pre-owned electric vehicle ecosystem in the country. The partnership will aim to address several important factors, such as battery health, resale value, vehicle quality and long-term ownership assurance, that influence purchase decisions, particularly in the pre-owned market, said a joint statement. As electric mobility continues to gain momentum in India, building a strong and trusted pre-owned ecosystem will be critical to accelerating adoption, JSW MG Motor India Chief Commercial Officer Vinay Raina said. "Our partnership with Spinny enables us to extend confidence across the ownership lifecycle while making electric mobility more accessible, transparent, and rewarding for customers," he added. Spinny Founder & CEO Niraj Singh said, "Through our partnerships, we are working to address some of the most important barriers to EV adoption, from battery health transparency and resale

EV startups seek level playing field under PLI scheme; knock on govt's door

Ather, Euler Motors, River Mobility, Matter and Raptee urge the government to extend PLI benefits to new-age EV firms, citing investments, exports and manufacturing growth

JSW MG Motor may hike Windsor localisation over 70% to cut supply risks

JSW MG Motor India is looking to increase localisation level of its flagship electric vehicle Windsor to over 70 per cent to reduce supply chain risks as it eyes a double-digit overall sales growth in 2026, according to company Managing Director Anurag Mehrotra. The Windsor EV, which has crossed cumulative wholesales of 75,000 units in 21 months since launch in October 2024, has become the company's growth driver. "As demand for Windsor continues to grow, we are focusing on increasing the localisation levels to over 70 per cent to reduce supply chain risks. The MG Windsor will continue to be one of our flagship products, enabling us to target a double digit growth by the end of this calendar year," Mehrotra told PTI. In 2025, JSW MG Motor India clocked total sales of 70,554 across its models. In June this year, Windsor clocked sales of 4,056 units. In the past 21 months it has clocked an average monthly sales of 3,700 units per, thus becoming a growth driver for the company. It is

Electric two-wheeler demand charges ahead as factories play catch-up

Manufacturers line up 3 million units of new capacity to close supply gap

Govt orders removal of apps used to remotely shut down e-vehicles

The government has ordered app stores to remove BAT-BMS, Lossigy and Epoch-i-ion after videos showed they could be used to remotely disable electric vehicles, citing cybersecurity concerns

Delhi EV Policy to be implemented entirely via portal: Transport Minister

The new electric vehicle (EV) policy will be implemented entirely through an online portal with real-time monitoring, Transport Minister Pankaj Singh said on Thursday. Singh held a review meeting with transport department officials and finalised the operational guidelines of the Delhi Electric Vehicle Policy 2026 approved earlier this week. "Through the dedicated online portal, approvals of vehicle models, processing of purchase and scrapping incentives, and exemptions for eligible vehicles will be handled in a completely digital and time-bound manner with clearly defined responsibilities and accountability," Singh said in a statement. Singh asked the officials to adhere to prescribed timelines so that approvals, incentives and exemptions are processed transparently and in a time-bound manner. The operational guidelines include a single-window portal for approval of eligible EV models, submission and processing of purchase and scrapping incentive applications, exemption from no-ent

Electric trucks next priority after e-2Ws, says PMO's Tarun Kapoor

Tarun Kapoor says Delhi's move to allow only electric two-wheelers from 2028 sends the right signal; Centre may consider more support for e-trucks if PM E-Drive gains momentum

MEIL passenger car foray enters final lap, EV joint venture soon

Hyderabad-based Megha Engineering & Infrastructures is expected to announce an electric vehicle joint venture in the coming months as it prepares to enter the passenger car segment

Improving incentives: Delhi's new EV policy needed more efficiency

Delhi's EV Policy 2.0 aims to accelerate electric mobility, but its success hinges on charging infrastructure, clean power and coordinated action across the NCR

Sona Comstar surges 6%, stock hits 52-week high; here's why

Thus far in the calendar year 2026, Sona Comstar outperformed the market by soaring 36 per cent, as compared to 9 per cent decline in the BSE Sensex.

EV adoption even more relevant after West Asia crisis: PM's Advisor

Adoption of electric mobility has become the most essential task for India as the West Asia crisis has shown how vulnerable the country is to external forces as far as energy is concerned, Tarun Kapoor, Advisor to the Prime Minister of India, said on Thursday. The country also needs to focus on localisation and reduce imports from China for critical parts while pushing for electric mobility, Kapoor said while addressing a conference on 'Building India an electric mobility hub for Viksit Bharat' organised by industry body Assocham. The topic has "become even more relevant after the West Asia crisis. Probably, I would say that for our country now getting into electric mobility has become the most essential task, which we all collectively have to accomplish," he noted. He said if India's crude oil imports dropped, it would give a lot more strength to the economy and help the rupee to appreciate. Reflecting on how the share markets behave during the crisis, Kapoor said, "We have become

Delhi plans electrification mandate for four-wheelers, jolts automakers

Delhi's EV Policy 2.0 proposes future electric car sales mandates and measures to discourage polluting vehicles, prompting concerns among automakers over production and technology choices

Tata Motors widens electric passenger vehicle lead as competition hots up

Q1 Vahan data show overall PV market share rising to 14.2% from 12.5%, reinforcing Tata Motors' No. 2 position

Delhi's EV transition by the numbers: A look at the capital's vehicle fleet

While ICE vehicles dominate Delhi's overall vehicle fleet, new registrations indicate that the transition to electric mobility has already begun.

Delhi govt notifies EV Policy 2026, rolls out subsidies, tax exemptions

The Delhi government on Wednesday notified the "Delhi Electric Vehicles Policy 2026", which aims to accelerate electric vehicle (EV) adoption, improve air quality, and create a supportive ecosystem for electric mobility. The Delhi Cabinet headed by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday approved the EV policy after which it was sent to LG Taranjit Singh Sandhu for final approval. "... In exercise of the powers conferred by the enabling provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988 and the rules made thereunder, the Lieutenant Governor of the National Capital Territory of Delhi hereby notifies the Delhi Electric Vehicles Policy, 2026 with effect from July 1, 2026," the notification states. Under its EV policy, the Delhi government announced that all electric cars with an ex-showroom price of Rs 30 lakh or less registered in the National Capital will get full exemption on road tax and registration fees. Besides, only electric auto rickshaws will be registered in Delhi from January 1, 2027

From VB-G RAM G to Delhi EV policy: Key changes taking effect from July 1

From higher rural wages and cheaper commercial LPG to new RBI rules, EV incentives, passport fees and tax deadlines, here are the key changes taking effect from July 1