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Tesla CEO Elon Musk showcases redesigned Model Y with enhanced features on X
New Delhi, March 10: Tesla CEO Elon Musk recently reposted a video highlighting the newly redesigned Tesla Model Y, showcasing its cutting-edge specifications and futuristic features.
Nitin Gadkari, Pralhad Joshi flag off first-ever trials of hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks from Tata Motors stable
New Delhi, March 4: In a development towards India's vision of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070, Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi flagged off the first-ever trials of hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks launched by Tata Motors in New Delhi on Tuesday, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways said in a release.
Centre sanctions 5 pilot projects for using hydrogen in buses, trucks
New Delhi, March 4: In a boost to the National Green Hydrogen Mission, the government has initiated five pilot projects for using hydrogen in buses and trucks.
Delhi Govt plans to revitalise River Yamuna with solar-powered ferry, cruise service to boost tourism
New Delhi,, March 2: In a bid to boost tourism and promote sustainable water transport, the Delhi government is set to launch a ferry and cruise service along a 7-8 km stretch of the Yamuna River.
India showcases green hydrogen bus for sustainable transportation to experts, investors
New Delhi, March 1: India took a major step towards green mobility on Saturday with a demonstration ride of a Green Hydrogen-powered bus on the Taj Palace Hotel, Sardar Patel to Bharat Mandapam route.
'Electrification of railway network in NE set to be completed within a year'
Guwahati, Feb 26: Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said that the electrification of railway networks in the northeast is set to be completed within a year.
Amitabh Bachchan reveals why Tesla might not come to India
Mumbai, Feb 25: Despite his busy working schedule, Amitabh Bachchan has kept his social media game strong. Through his latest Instagram post, the 'Paa' actor revealed why Tesla might not come to India.
EaseMyTrip to invest Rs200 cr in electric bus manufacturing, signs tender for sustainable transport in MP
Bhopal, February 24: At the Madhya Pradesh Global Investors Summit (GIS) 2025, held in Bhopal, Rikant Pittie, CEO of EaseMyTrip, announced the company's plans to invest Rs200 crore in the electric bus sector.
Indian Railways advances sustainability with electrification in Northeast
Agartala, February 23: The Principal Chief Electrical Engineer (PCEE) of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) successfully conducted a crucial statutory inspection of the Agartala-Sabroom section, marking a significant step in modernising railway infrastructure in the region.
IWAI kicks off feasibility study for Water Metro systems in 17 cities
New Delhi, Feb 21: The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) Board has decided to carry out a feasibility study for developing Water Metro systems in 17 cities across the country, an official statement issued on Friday said.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya meets cycle manufacturers; urges them to give incentives to promote cycling
New Delhi, February 11: Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports and Labour and Employment, Mansukh Mandaviya met with leading cycle manufacturers on Tuesday to discuss strategies for promoting cycling nationwide.
Mandaviya asks manufacturers to incentivise cycling
New Delhi, Feb 11: Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya met cycle manufacturers on Tuesday to discuss strategies, including offering incentives, for promoting cycling nationwide and boosting the momentum of the 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' initiative.
Global automotive leaders and innovators discuss urban mobility trends in India at WEF
Davos, January 23: The global automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), micromobility leaders, financial institutions, and automotive technology organisations discussed urban mobility trends, innovations, and opportunities in India on the sidelines of World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy aims to make Hyderabad global leader in urban mobility
Davos, January 22: Addressing the roundtable on 'Reimagining Urban Mobility' at the World Economic Forum (WEF) CII conference in Davos on Tuesday, Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy outlined his vision for transforming Hyderabad into the world's best city in terms of urban mobility.
Delhi emerging as global model for sustainable public transport: CM Atishi on RRTS
New Delhi, Jan 5: In a significant boost to Delhi's public transport infrastructure, Chief Minister Atishi on Sunday lauded the launch of key projects aimed at enhancing connectivity and remarked that the national capital is emerging as a global model for sustainable public transport.
Delhi's 'E-Rickshaw Baba' brings unique vehicle to Maha Kumbh
Prayagraj January 4: The Mahakumbh has become a hub for seers and sages arriving from across India and the world. Among the unique sights at this year's Mahakumbh is the arrival of Mahant Om, also known as the 'E-Rickshaw Baba,' who has travelled from Delhi in his customized three-wheeler equipped with a kitchen and bedroom. This vehicle is not merely a mode of transport but serves as his entire ashram.