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The PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) Scheme has allocated Rs. 1,772 crore to incentivize the deployment of 24,79,120 electric two-wheelers (e-2Ws) by offering upfront purchase price reductions. These incentives, aimed at consumers, are reimbursed to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) by the Ministry
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In response to a series of fire incidents involving electric vehicles, the Government strengthens safety measures by amending automotive industry standards and implementing rigorous testing for electric vehicle components. Source: Original Link
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"Make in India" has significantly boosted India's automobile industry, evident from increased production and exports over the last five years. Electric vehicle (EV) production, though still emerging, shows a growing trend, particularly among two and three-wheelers. Key government initiatives, such as the Production Linked Incentive (PLI)
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The PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) Scheme, launched by the Ministry of Heavy Industries, has significantly boosted the adoption of Electric Vehicles (EVs) nationwide by offering demand incentives for various EV categories and supporting the establishment of EV infrastructure. The scheme aims to make electric
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The Government of India is intensively promoting electric vehicles (EVs) and the associated infrastructure to enhance the sector. This initiative includes the implementation of several schemes such as the FAME India Scheme, PM E-DRIVE Scheme, and Production Linked Incentive Schemes. Substantial financial allocations under these schemes aim to facilitate EV
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The PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) Scheme, initiated by India's Ministry of Heavy Industries, has significantly increased electric vehicle adoption by providing demand incentives for various EV segments. The scheme supports nearly 28 lakh EVs with incentives contributed to reducing upfront costs for
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A team at the International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI) under the Department of Science and Technology in India has developed a novel supercapacitor using a dual-functional porous graphene carbon nanocomposite (PGCN) electrode. This new technology enables a higher operating voltage of 3.4 V,
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Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, Shri H.D. Kumaraswamy, opened the Symposium on International Automotive Technology (SIAT) 2026 in Pune, orchestrated by the Automotive Research Association of India. SIAT 2026, coinciding with ARAI’s Diamond Jubilee, accentuates innovation and sustainable mobility in India. The Minister highlighted India'
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The Production Linked Incentives (PLI) Auto Scheme in India, launched to enhance manufacturing capabilities in Advanced Automotive Technology, has seen significant progress. With a total investment of ₹35,657 crore and disbursement of ₹2,321.94 crore in incentives, the scheme aims to boost domestic production, particularly in the electric
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The Ministry of Heavy Industries has successfully met its target for electric three-wheelers (e-3W) under the PM E-DRIVE scheme, achieving 2.88 lakh units ahead of schedule. Launched in September 2024, the scheme closed e-3W incentives by December 26, 2025. This milestone signifies substantial progress in India’s e-mobility goals,
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During his visit to the Electric Vehicle (EV) Expo at Bharat Mandapam, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh highlighted the pivotal role electric vehicles play in India’s growth story, from environmental protection to employment generation. The expo showcased advancements in electric mobility solutions, reflecting the government's commitment to
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The Indian government has allocated Rs. 2,000 crore under the Pradhan Mantri E-DRIVE scheme to enhance the deployment of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure nationwide. The initiative will see the implementation of infrastructure solutions like battery swapping stations and EV charging stations across metros, smart cities, and major towns.