Articles by: Upendra Kasbekar

BMC Unveils ₹74,427 Crore Budget for 2025-26, Highest in Its History

BMC Unveils ₹74,427 Crore Budget for 2025-26, Highest in Its History

Mumbai’s civic body prioritizes infrastructure, healthcare, education, and sustainability. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), India’s wealthiest civic body, has presented its largest-ever budget of ₹74,427 crore for the financial year 2025-26. Under the administration of BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani, the budget reflects a ₹7,410 crore increase in revenue compared to the previous year, emphasizing urban infrastructure, public health, education, and[Read More…]

by February 5, 2025 Finance, Newscast
ENEOS India Showcases Cutting-Edge Lubricant Solutions at Auto Expo Components Show 2025

ENEOS India Showcases Cutting-Edge Lubricant Solutions at Auto Expo Components Show 2025

ENEOS India, a subsidiary of Japan’s ENEOS Corporation, made a strong impact at the Auto Expo Components Show 2025, held at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, from January 18 to January 21. The company showcased its latest innovations, reinforcing its commitment to efficiency, sustainability, and engine performance. Strengthening Presence in the Indian Market Over the years, ENEOS India is one of the[Read More…]

by January 30, 2025 Newscast
Co-Creating the Future of Mobility: Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025

Co-Creating the Future of Mobility: Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry is set to host the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, a landmark event in the global mobility sector. With the theme “Beyond Boundaries: Co-creating Future Automotive Value Chain,” the expo aims to bring together stakeholders from across the world to shape the future of mobility. The second edition of this grand event will take[Read More…]

by December 19, 2024 Newscast
Uno Minda Unveils India’s First GPT-Enabled Android Music System — WTUNES-464DN-GPT

Uno Minda Unveils India’s First GPT-Enabled Android Music System — WTUNES-464DN-GPT

 Uno Minda Ltd. has launched India’s first GPT-enabled Android music system, the WTUNES-464DN-GPT, aimed at transforming the in-car infotainment experience. This state-of-the-art system leverages GPT-powered intelligent voice commands, enabling real-time, hands-free assistance for navigation, calls, multimedia control, and web searches. The WTUNES-464DN-GPT is equipped with a high-definition QLED display (2000 x 1200p), a 360-degree camera controller, and Digital Signal Processing[Read More…]

by December 10, 2024 Newscast
SEZS, EOUS set to get Export Benefits Our Bureau

SEZS, EOUS set to get Export Benefits Our Bureau

The government is contemplating expanding export benefits provided by the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RODTEP) scheme to companies operating in special economic zones (SEZs) and export-oriented units (EOUs). Currently, the RODTEP scheme refunds various central and state duties, taxes, and levies on input products to exporters in hardware technology parks, biotechnology parks, and customs-bonded warehouses. The[Read More…]

by February 20, 2024 Uncategorized
Despite Lower Costs, Consumers opt for Hybrid cars Over EVs

Despite Lower Costs, Consumers opt for Hybrid cars Over EVs

Concerns regarding prolonged charging durations, infrastructure availability, and the safety of battery technology persist, deterring potential buyers, reveals a Deloitte study. According to Deloitte’s 2024 Global Automotive Consumer Study, a greater number of car buyers plan to opt for hybrid vehicles rather than electric vehicles (EVs) for their next purchase, despite the higher cost associated with hybrids. The study identifies[Read More…]

by February 19, 2024 Newscast
2 multi-billion dollar semiconductor plants coming up in India.

2 multi-billion dollar semiconductor plants coming up in India.

Rajeev Chandrasekhar confirmed that the two projects include a $8 billion proposal submitted by Israel-based Tower Semiconductors and the other from Tata Group. India is set to welcome two complete semiconductor fabrication plants, accompanied by significant investments, as confirmed by Minister of Electronics and IT, Rajeev Chandrasekhar. The projects include an $8 billion proposal from Tower Semiconductors, based in Israel,[Read More…]

by February 19, 2024 Newscast
Development of DPI Platform Underway to Locate Nearest EV Charging Points and Beyond

Development of DPI Platform Underway to Locate Nearest EV Charging Points and Beyond

The team behind successful decentralized digital economy ecosystems such as the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC), Kochi Open Mobility Network, Aadhaar, and National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) is now developing a digital public good. This initiative aims to enable customers to locate EV charging stations, green energy sources, and idle batteries nationwide. The Unified Energy Interface (UEI) project, powered[Read More…]

by February 19, 2024 Newscast
Volkswagen and Mahindra sign supply agreement for EV components

Volkswagen and Mahindra sign supply agreement for EV components

Mahindra will equip a certain range of its electric platform INGLO with electric components of Volkswagen´s MEB and unified cells. Both companies continue to explore further potential opportunities for collaboration in India in the field of e-mobility   Volkswagen Group and Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. (M&M) have inked the inaugural supply agreement for components of Volkswagen’s MEB, tailored for Mahindra’s[Read More…]

by February 16, 2024 Newscast
EV prices nearly on par with petrol & diesel

EV prices nearly on par with petrol & diesel

Tata Motors, India’s largest electric car seller, has announced price cuts for electric versions of their Nexon SUV and Tiago mini. It is commonly believed that electric cars are too expensive to buy. However, recent price cuts from manufacturers such as Tata Motors and MG Motor mean that you can recover any additional amount paid for buying an electric car[Read More…]

by February 14, 2024 Newscast