Maharashtra’s EV Push Is a Template Other States Must Copy

By BPN News Desk January 24, 2026

Op-Eds Opinion

Maharashtra has taken a practical step that deserves appreciation: it is not just announcing an Electric Vehicle policy, it is funding it and executing it. The recent clearance of ₹60 crore for EV incentives and toll waivers is not a headline-grabbing mega number, but it is exactly the kind of

Op-Eds Opinion

How India Can Reduce Oil Consumption Through Time-Bound EV Policy Enforcement

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

Introduction India’s energy vulnerability is not electricity scarcity but oil dependence. Despite having adequate national power generation capacity and a steadily strengthening transmission backbone, India remains structurally exposed to global crude oil markets. Petrol and diesel continue to dominate transport energy consumption, making fuel imports a persistent

Automobile Cars

Tesla to Open Showroom in Bengaluru Soon

By BPN News Desk January 11, 2026

Electric vehicle maker Tesla is set to open a showroom in Bengaluru, marking its expansion into southern India. The upcoming outlet will strengthen Tesla’s retail presence as the company continues to assess demand and build visibility in the Indian market. The Bengaluru showroom is expected to serve as an experience centre, allowing customers to view […]

Automobile

Tesla India Sells Just 40 Units In October

By BPN News Desk November 10, 2025

Tesla’s India operations recorded a sharp fall in vehicle deliveries, with only 40 units sold in October 2025 compared to 64 in September. This marks a 37.5% month-on-month drop, bringing the total number of Tesla cars sold in India so far to just over 100 units since its entry earlier this year. Reasons Behind The […]

Automobile Motorbikes

Ola Electric Shares Jump 5% After PLI Nod for Gen 3 Scooters

By BPN News Desk August 26, 2025

Ola Electric’s share price surged nearly 5–7%, touching around ₹51–52, after the company announced it had secured Production Linked Incentive (PLI) certification for its Gen 3 scooter lineup. The certification makes the firm eligible for government incentives ranging between 13% and 18% of approved sales value until 2028. Gen 3 Scooters Drive Majority Sales The […]

Business

Mahindra’s BE 6 Batman Edition Sells Out in 135 Seconds

By BPN News Desk August 26, 2025

The Mahindra BE 6 Batman Edition, a special limited-edition electric SUV inspired by the Dark Knight trilogy, sold out in just 135 seconds after bookings opened at 11 am. Mahindra initially limited production to 300 units but later increased it to 999 due to high demand. All units were booked within minutes. Design and Features […]

Business Industry

India to Export EVs to 100 Countries Soon

By BPN News Desk August 25, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that India will soon export electric vehicles (EVs) to 100 countries, describing it as a landmark for the automobile industry. A formal launch event for the initiative is scheduled for August 26. Growth in Auto Exports Modi noted that in 2014 India’s annual automobile exports were around ₹50,000 crore. Today, […]

Automobile Electric Vehicles

Tesla Launches Model Y In India At ₹60 Lakh

By BPN News Desk July 15, 2025

Tesla has officially launched its first electric vehicle in India, the Model Y, with prices starting at ₹59.9 lakh for the Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) version and ₹67.9 lakh for the Long-Range RWD model. The announcement was made alongside the opening of Tesla’s first Indian showroom located at Bandra-Kurla Complex in Mumbai. High Import Duties Affect […]

Automobile Electric Vehicles

Tesla to Launch in India with Mumbai Showroom

By BPN News Desk July 13, 2025

Tesla will officially enter the Indian market with the opening of its first showroom, called the Tesla Experience Centre, in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) on July 15. The move marks a major milestone in India’s electric vehicle landscape, with the company preparing to showcase its globally popular Model Y SUV. Five Model Y SUVs […]