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ICAT, India issues first compliance certificate for 15-metre multi-axle sleeper bus
On August 26, the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT) issued its first compliance certificate for a 15-metre multi-axle sleeper bus under AIS-119 and AIS-153, in line with the applicable Central Motor Vehicles Rules. The certificate was awarded to Synaty Automotive Pvt. Ltd. for its 15-metre multi-a
Tata Motors PV, India, updates on PLI certifications, production ramp-up and Avinya launch timeline
In an investor update, Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles said that the PLI certifications for the Tiago EV, Punch EV, Sierra EV and Curvv are expected from Q3 FY 2027 (ending December), and that almost the entire portfolio should be PLI-accredited by Q4. This follows the current PLI accruals, which are largely from the
Minda Instruments, India to set up greenfield display module plant under ECMS tranche
On August 18, Minda Instruments Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Minda Corporation, received government approval to manufacture Display Module Sub-Assemblies under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS). The clearance came on August 17, 2026, as part of 31 new proposals approved by the Ministry o
Government of India approves 31 more ECMS projects, 38 electronics component plants already operational
On August 17, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) approved 31 additional projects under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS), taking total approvals to 106 projects across 15 states. Total approved investment has reached INR 695.48 billion, with projected output of INR 5,3
Government of India opens technical bids for indigenous rare earth permanent magnet plants
On August 13, the Ministry of Heavy Industries received 20 bids under its INR 72.80 billion scheme to set up integrated sintered NdFeB rare‑earth permanent magnet (REPM) plants in India. Technical bids were opened on August 13, 2026. The bidders include 20 Microns, Attero Recycling, Coal India, Larsen & Toubro, Lohum
Government of India extends PM E-DRIVE scheme to March 2028
On August 10, the Ministry of Heavy Industries amended the PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) scheme, increasing its total outlay to INR 119 billion and extending its duration from April 1, 2024, to March 31, 2028. The earlier Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS-2024) has
Ministry of Heavy Industries, India reviews proposal for 18-metre flash-charged articulated electric bus system
On August 11, the Ministry of Heavy Industries of India held a meeting to review a proposal for a flash charging-based articulated electric bus system aimed at high-capacity, clean, and efficient public transport. The proposed system features 18-metre bi-articulated electric buses with a capacity of around 130 passen
India proposes phased implementation of V2V communication systems under motor vehicle rules
On August 3, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways issued a draft notification proposing amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, to enable the phased implementation of Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication systems in motor vehicles.
The 5.875 GHz–5.925 GHz frequency band has been designated for
Indian Government extends bid submission timeline for rare earth magnet manufacturing scheme
On July 29, the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) of India extended timelines for the global tender under the scheme to promote manufacturing of sintered rare earth permanent magnet (REPM). The Bid Due Date has been extended from July 29, 2026, to August 12, 2026, while the opening of Technical Bids has been resched
Government of India issues draft CAFE 2027 fuel-efficiency norms for passenger cars
On July 16, the Ministry of Power issued a draft notification proposing new Corporate Average Fuel Economy norms, called CAFE 2027, for M1 category passenger vehicles, effective 1 April 2027 under the Energy Conservation Act, 2001. The draft is open for objections and suggestions for 21 days. The norms apply to M1 ve
Government of India approves INR 1.3 trillion Semicon 2.0 scheme for semiconductor ecosystem
On July 15, the Union Cabinet of India approved Semicon 2.0 with a budget outlay of INR 1,275 billion. Semicon 2.0 is structured around six areas: design, machines and materials, fabrication plants, ATMP/OSAT units, R&D, and talent development. On design, the government plans to build on work by 105 startups already
Government of India to launch eighth auction tranche for 20 critical mineral blocks
On July 15, the Ministry of Mines launched the eighth tranche of auctions for critical and strategic mineral blocks, offering 20 blocks across nine states as part of India’s push to secure key resources for clean energy and advanced manufacturing. The new tranche includes 13 newly identified blocks and seven blocks r
Government of India proposes tradable credit–debit framework under CAFE fuel consumption norm for OEMs
On July 6, the Ministry of Power, India, issued a draft notification proposing a formal credit‑and‑debit framework under India’s fuel consumption (CAFE) norms for passenger vehicles and invited public comments before finalising the rules. The draft defines credits for manufacturers whose corporate average fuel consum
ARAI, India updates about technical aspects of E20 ethanol-blended fuel
On July 4, The Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) held a press conference in Pune to address technical aspects of E20 ethanol-blended fuel adoption in India. ARAI Director stated that all E20-compatible vehicles undergo durability, performance, and reliability testing spanning 40,000 to 60,000 kilometres
Government of India addresses concerns around ethanol blending in fuel
On July 4, the Government of India held a press conference to address the concerns raised by vehicle owners and on social media regarding E20's impact on mileage, engine compatibility and warranty validity. Industry representatives from Maruti Suzuki, Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Hero MotoCorp cited service data showin
Government of India proposes mandatory cybersecurity and OTA software update rules for vehicles
On June 17, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways published draft amendments to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989, proposing mandatory cybersecurity and software update compliance requirements for vehicles sold in India. The draft introduces two new rules: Rule 125-T, covering Cyber Security and Cyber Secu
Government of India extends rare earth permanent magnet tender deadline
On June 25, the Ministry of Heavy Industries announced that it has extended the bid submission deadline for the global tender under the Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets, from June 29 to July 29, 2026, with technical bid opening rescheduled from June 30 to July 30. The extension
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