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Reliance may earn $10-15 bn revenue from new energy biz by 2030

NEW DELHI: Billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries may by 2030 earn $10-15 billion from its new energy business spanning solar to hydrogen but will need acquisitions or partnerships to make up for limited expertise in technology, said a report by Sanford C Bernstein.

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Kandivli building powers EVs with rooftop solar energy

MUMBAI: A housing society in Kandivli has harnessed electricity from rooftop solar panels and charged electric vehicles within the complex. The initiative illustrates the importance of carbon neutrality at a time when most electricity is derived from fossil fuels

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Foxconn plans to set up EV production line in India

Bengaluru: Taiwanese contract manufacturer Foxconn has said in its latest annual report that it plans to set up a production line for two-wheeled electric vehicles (EVs) in India. The company intends to use the facility to cater to EV demand across South-East Asia.

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EV registrations in Delhi crosses one lakh mark

The number of registered electric vehicles (EVs) in Delhi has surpassed 1 lakh since the implementation of the city's EV policy in August 2020, with 65% of the total sales being two and three-wheelers. The Delhi Government is now planning to further incentivize the adoption of EVs by providing subsidies and cheaper charging facilities for government employees, to meet its target of ensuring 25% of new vehicle registrations are electric cars by 2024.

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Why India urgently needs an EV Battery Swapping Policy

For robust reasons, India is moving rapidly towards a future powered by electric vehicles (EVs). These are not only environmentally-friendly but also cost-effective and energy efficient, which could help curb the country’s dependence on foreign oil.

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Master app in the works to ease electric vehicle charging

The Indian government is developing a new master app to ease the country's current EV charging situation and promote the uptake of EVs. The Asian Development Bank funded app will aid drivers in finding available EV charging stations nearby, enabling them to book a slot in advance and make a payment. With most charging stations being operated by once group and having separate applications, the app will better improve access and provide a more unified solution for EV owners. The current challenge is to integrate and thoroughly test each charging station operator into the app.

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E-vehicles in city use 55% of country's ECS power

NEW DELHI: Delhi is among the leaders in electric vehicle (EV) adoption in India. According to a report by Central Electricity Authority (CEA), the city consumed 55% of the total power consumed at EV charging stations in the country.

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Govt seeks inputs from people for revised EV policy

NEW DELHI: The Delhi government has begun work on drafting a revised electric vehicle (EV) policy for the national capital. The existing one will expire in August. People can give their suggestions for the policy online. The link for the same is available on different social media sites of the transport department.

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Automated car wash stns with cafeteria, EV charging points soon

NOIDA: The Noida Authority will soon set up automated car washing stations that will also have a cafeterias with a seating capacity of six and EV charging stations. These will be set up near the STPs in sectors 50, 55, 124 and 168 and on main roads with ample parking.

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State scouting for land to scrap 15-year-old govt vehicles

PANAJI: The transport department is in the process of identifying land where vehicles can be scrapped and sent for recycling, transport minister Mauvin Godinho said here on Wednesday. He announced that state government vehicles that are older than 15 years will be scrapped as per the Centre’s policy.

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‘State to have special zone for electric vehicle industry’

KOCHI: Industries minister P Rajeeve has said a special zone for electric vehicle (EV) industry will be opened in Kerala. “It is envisaged that battery production, technology development and other allied businesses can function in the special zone,” he said while inaugurating the annual summit of Electric vehicle owners Kerala (EVOK) in Kochi on Sunday.

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