Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has strongly defended the government’s E20 fuel initiative amid growing criticism from sections of the automobile industry and consumers. Addressing concerns over the nationwide rollout of petrol blended with 20 percent ethanol, Gadkari asserted that there is no evidence to suggest that the fuel has caused...
Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has written to several leading automobile manufacturers, raising serious concerns over the implementation of India’s E20 fuel policy and its possible financial impact on millions of vehicle owners. In his communication, Kejriwal questioned whether automobile companies would compensate consumers if their existing vehicles suffer damage or reduced performance because...
In a significant move aimed at strengthening the safety and reliability of India’s rapidly growing electric mobility sector, the Central Government has directed the removal of three battery management applications that were reportedly capable of remotely disabling electric rickshaws. The decision follows concerns that the applications were being used to halt vehicles unexpectedly, creating potential...