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India to continue supporting Global South with strong forex reserves, says FM Sitharaman

At a Centre for Global Development event, Sitharaman highlighted India’s use of foreign reserves to aid distressed nations without conditions.




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Govt plans to issue ALMM for PV cells to push India's green energy transition

The 2019 ALMM order (List-I) specified models and manufacturers of solar PV modules, whereas List-II will identify and include models and manufacturers of solar PV cells




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Govt proposes 15-year PPA for FDRE projects with battery storage

The Power Ministry seeks stakeholder feedback on amendments




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India’s new biodiversity strategy aims to protect 30% of ecosystems, restore degraded habitats by 2030

This plan aligns with the global targets set by the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.




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PM E-DRIVE: Government starts disbursal of incentives amounting to ₹320 crore in first month of scheme

Total 28,81,436 units of EVs to be incentivised with an outlay of ₹10,900 crore in the next 2 years




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Government permits internet through Wi-Fi in air travel




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Aviation Minister proposes over 50 helicopter emergency medical units along highways

This initiative aims to enhance rapid medical assistance, particularly in remote areas, and align with global healthcare standards




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Govt may bring flex fuel vehicles on a par with EVs

Mulls reducing GST, offering support to crops to boost ethanol output




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Indirect tax related quasi-judicial adjudication, appeal cases to mandatorily heard in virtual mode

An advisory issued on GST portal lowered the AATO (Aggregate Annual Turnover) for reporting e-Invoices on IRP portals within 30 days to Rs ₹10 crore and above from Rs ₹100 crore and above




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CCI sharpens penalty recovery rules, seeks public input on new amendments

Stakeholders invited to share feedback by December 6 on proposed changes aimed at a more streamlined and effective penalty recovery process




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GoI invites proposals for establishing Centres of Excellence under Green Hydrogen Mission

This initiative, launched by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, aims to position India as a global leader in Green Hydrogen technologies by enhancing research in production, storage, and utilization




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Precooked, ready to eat food to attract 18% GST: Kerala AAR

Kerala Chicken Curry, Chettinadu Chicken Curry, Chicken Biryani, Mutton Curry, Mutton Roast, Beef Fry, Beef Roast etc. constitutes ‘ready to eat packaged food’ more specifically than ‘prepared or preserved meat: AAR




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Vehicle scrappage policy receives lukewarm response: Auto dealers

State incentives boost scrappage uptake, but space limitations hinder progress




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Flagship-like, or flagship?

We find out how good the range-topping Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 EV is




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Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Launched




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Tata’s gamechanger is here!

Tata.ev has announced its first all-electric platform, to debut with the upcoming Punch.ev




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Kia Sonet: Poetic success

A refreshed Sonet has just been announced. Does it have what it takes to mimic its predecessor’s success?




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Quick Gun Shotgun

It may be made like a gun, but does the all-new Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 go like a bullet?




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2024 Land Rover Discovery Sport launched




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XUV400: Pro and Cons

 The updated Mahindra XUV400 is ready to take on the refreshed Nexon.ev 




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Punching above its weight

The Tata Punch.ev looks impressive on paper, but how good is it?




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Hyundai sales rise 8.5 per cent in January at 67,615 units

The automaker had dispatched 62,276 units in the same month last year.




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Lotus Eletre: The real deal?

The Eletre strays away from what we think a Lotus ought to be, but is that a bad thing?




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Aprilia RS 457: Little Italy

The newly launched Aprilia RS 457 proves itself at the Kari Motor Speedway




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Bentley Bentayga EWB: First Class

The Bentley Bentayga pretty much kickstarted the luxury SUV trend. How good is it nearly a decade later?




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Mercedes Benz G 400d: G for Genius

Marketing genius or actual all-around greatness? The G-Class is back in a new variant, but is Mercedes-Benz playing a touch too smart with it?




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Mercedes-AMG GLE 53: Dual Nature

As a mid-tier performance offering in the Mercedes-AMG GLE lineup, the GLE 53 turns out to be an immensely capable car




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BMW X5: Best of both worlds

An SUV worthy of its salt is supposed to be as sporty as it is practical, and the new BMW X5 treads that fine line perfectly




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Fiat announces global revival

Fiat has revealed some futuristic concepts based on the much-loved Panda, namely a city car, a fastback, a family SUV, a camper, and a pickup truck




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Mercedes-Benz GLA: Living the dream

The GLA is the formidable entry-level Mercedes-Benz for many buyers, offering to be a gateway to more premium products and the immeasurable prestige that its badge offers




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BMW 620d M Sport Signature launched

Priced at ₹78.90 lakh, ex-showroom, the tech-laden car is powered by a 2-litre diesel engine




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Dark Horse

The Mahindra XUV 700 proved itself to be a likeable product, and it gets even better in 2024, with the new Black Edition




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Force Gurkha with five doors incoming

With the latest model, Force readies itself to take on the Jimny and the upcoming five-door derivative of the Mahindra




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New flagship Land Rover Defender on its way

It’ll be powered by a twin-turbo V8




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Audi RS5: Svelte demeanor, sporting intent

Power-packed: The Audi RS 5 Sportback packs more of a punch than its classy looks might suggest




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Mercedes-Benz G-Class updated

The model line has for now been updated with new features and suspension tech.




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Land Rover Discovery Sport: New Discoveries

As a do-it-all SUV, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers more than its entry-level positioning might suggest




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A Class Act

As the entry point to the once highly popular luxury sedan segment, the Mercedes-Benz A-Class has its work cut out for itself




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Quarter-litre crisis: Bajaj Pulsar N250

While there’s no crisis in the 250 cc space, Bajaj appears to have devised a great solution anyway




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Mercedes-Benz GLE 450: Milestone-Class

More than 25 years after it was introduced as the M-Class, the GLE still looks pretty promising in its latest avatar




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Force Gurkha now also available in a five-door guise

The off-road-focussed SUV is powered by a 2.6-litre diesel engine which makes 138 bhp and 32.63 kg-m. 




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Skoda makes its Slavia and Kushaq safer than before

With the latest update, Skoda has now made six airbags available across the Slavia and Kushaq model range




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Maruti Suzuki opens bookings for the Swift 

it’s safe to say that the new Swift has large shoes to fill




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Is less more? 

Affordable luxury: Win some, lose some - the Volvo XC40 Recharge trades its features and specs for a lower price tag. 




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2024 Porsche Panamera makes its Indian debut

The Panamera benefits from a new cabin, complete with a 12.6-inch instrument panel, a 10.9-inch touchscreen, and a passenger display




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MG 100-Year Limited Editions launched 

The prices of special editions start from ₹9.40 lakh for the Comet EV, ₹14.81 lakh for the Astor, ₹21.20 lakh for the Hector, and ₹24.18 lakh for the ZS EV




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Swift Moves

The best-selling Maruti Suzuki Swift gears up for yet another innings 




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Close call 

Commuter friendly: Stylish and sporting, but easy on the pocket, both the Hero Xtreme 125R and TVS Raider 125 put their best foot forward 




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BMW 2 Series Shadow Edition now available 

The car is available in two colours, namely Alpine White and Skyscraper Grey




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Mercedes-Benz aims for the top 

Top Drawer: Two new TEVs have graced the Mercedes-Benz India lineup.