battery manufacturing

Plans ₹500cr To ₹1000cr investment in 5 Years

India's burgeoning EV market, exceeding 1.5 million vehicles, is critically reliant on energy storage for its sustainable growth. This technology underpins reliable charging infrastructure, grid stability, and renewable energy integration, essential for achieving net-zero goals. Addressing challenges in grid reliability, cost, and workforce development is key to unlocking the full potential of India's electric mobility future.

boAt has launched its first Type-C charging smartwatches, the Storm Call 4 and Ultima Vogue 2, in India. These new devices eliminate the need for proprietary chargers, allowing users to power up with the same USB Type-C cable used for other electronics. This move simplifies the user experience and reduces clutter, aligning with the global standard for charging convenience.

India's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program is a catalyst for national industrial growth, extending beyond defense. It fosters advancements in materials science, AI, and manufacturing, creating vital spillovers for civilian sectors like automotive and renewable energy. This initiative strengthens India's technological ecosystem and workforce, positioning it as a global aerospace supplier.

Over the last few years, more manufacturers have started offering such schemes across multiple segments, including affordable city EVs and premium electric SUVs. Here’s a look at the electric vehicles in India currently available with Battery-as-a-Service plans, along with the benefits offered by each brand.

Maharashtra is positioning itself as a nuclear energy hub to meet surging power demand from AI, data centers, and advanced manufacturing. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis invited American companies to invest, emphasizing nuclear power's role in stable, carbon-free electricity. The state aims to become a center for nuclear manufacturing and technology partnerships, exploring small modular reactors for industrial needs.

Lower running costs remain the biggest advantage of CNG vehicles, particularly for city commuters and commercial users. However, reduced performance, compromised boot space and long queues at fuel stations remain concerns for many buyers. Larger and premium vehicle segments also continue to offer limited CNG options.

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While traveling from Egypt to the UK, EasyJet passengers experienced an impromptu break in the enchanting city of Rome. This abrupt stop occurred when a passenger raised concerns about a charging power bank found in the cargo hold. With safety as the top priority, the captain executed a swift diversion to land safely.

Ola Electric significantly reduced its net loss to Rs 500 crore in the March quarter by sharply cutting expenses, despite a continued decline in revenue due to slowing electric scooter demand and increased competition. The company's total expenses nearly halved year-on-year, driven by reduced material and employee costs, as it focuses on automation and in-house manufacturing amidst market pressures.

Inside, the Luce adopts a minimalist cabin layout centred around the driver. The interior uses leather and aluminium materials, with a four-seat arrangement. It features a slim three-spoke steering wheel inspired by older Ferrari models and uses physical buttons for functions such as indicators, wipers and cruise control. A rotary controller allows drivers to switch between the EV’s driving modes.

Domestic manufacturer boAt has officially expanded into the Singapore market, marking a significant step in its Southeast Asia growth strategy. Partnering with Opptra, the company will leverage local expertise to establish a strong retail and e-commerce presence, offering its popular TWS earbuds, headphones, and charging solutions across leading platforms.

Get ready for the iPhone 18 Pro! Apple is reportedly upgrading satellite connectivity, potentially allowing seamless connections even with weak cellular signals. This advanced 5G NR-NTN technology, powered by a new C2 modem, aims to make satellite communication a regular feature, not just for emergencies. Expect automatic switching and improved indoor/pocket connectivity.

Ultraviolette Automotive has delayed its Tesseract electric scooter launch to January 2027, aiming to set a new benchmark with India's first 100V scooter architecture. This engineering pivot allows for 15 kW peak power from a 4 kWh battery, significantly exceeding current market offerings.

The US is bolstering its presence in Poland with an additional 5,000 troops, recognizing Warsaw's escalating importance in regional security. Poland, already hosting 10,000 American soldiers, is rapidly militarizing, investing heavily in advanced weaponry from the US and South Korea.

Rear passengers continue to get dual 13.1-inch touchscreen entertainment screens, while the previous rear control tablet has been replaced by two smaller touch-based controllers. The cabin retains leather upholstery and optional wood trim finishes, while the climate vents are now integrated behind illuminated metallic panels with electrically adjustable airflow controls.