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Beijing, August 12: According to the China Automobile Manufacturers Association, Chinas automobile exports continued to rise in July. Recent data reveals that China exported 1,043,000 vehicles in July, marking a 0.6% increase compared to June and an impressive 81.3% rise from July of the previous year. This figure includes 553,000 new energy vehicles, which saw ... Read more Chinas Automobile Exports Surge in July

New Delhi, August 12: The autobiography of former President Ram Nath Kovind, titled Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles, was launched at the Central Hall of Vigyan Bhawan. The Prime Minister officiated the book release, which was attended by numerous leaders who praised Kovinds life and struggles. After the event, BJP MP ... Read more Former President Ram Nath Kovinds Autobiography Launched Amid Praise for His Simplicity

New Delhi, August 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the autobiography of former President Ram Nath Kovind on Wednesday at Vigyan Bhawan in Delhi. The book is titled Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles. The event was attended by Prime Minister Modi, former President Kovind, and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, along ... Read more Prime Minister Modi Unveils Former President Ram Nath Kovinds Autobiography

New Delhi, August 9: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken note of complaints regarding arbitrary and excessive fares charged by app-based cabs and auto-rickshaws in Delhi. The commission has issued a notice to the Delhi government, demanding a report within two weeks. A bench led by NHRC member Priyank Kanungo directed the Delhi ... Read more NHRC Issues Notice to Delhi Government Over Arbitrary Fares in App-Based Cabs and Autos

New Delhi, August 5: Indias rapidly growing used car market presents a significant opportunity to reduce urban pollution. In light of this, the government should implement a timely national retrofit policy to convert existing petrol and diesel vehicles to auto LPG. This demand was made by industry representatives on Wednesday. The Indian Auto LPG Coalition ... Read more National Retrofit Policy Essential for Converting Old Cars to Auto LPG, Industry Says

New Delhi, August 4: Akhilesh Yadav, the national president of the Samajwadi Party, has raised concerns regarding the promotion of E-20 fuel by automobile companies. He stated that if these companies fail to advocate for the benefits of E-20 fuel, it suggests a collusion with the central government aimed at profiting from increased spare parts ... Read more Akhilesh Yadav Accuses Auto Companies of Collusion Over E-20 Fuel Policy

New Delhi, August 4: Indias automobile sector showed robust performance in July, driven by strong domestic demand. During this period, wholesale sales of passenger vehicles increased by 34% year-on-year, while retail sales rose by 24%. This information comes from a recent report. According to an analysis released by HSBC India, the demand for passenger vehicles, ... Read more Strong Demand in Indias Automobile Sector: Passenger Vehicle Sales Surge by 34% in July

Chennai, August 4: After a gap of 13 years, Tamil Nadu is set to revise auto-rickshaw fares. The state transport authority has submitted a comprehensive proposal to the government following consultations with trade unions and passenger representatives. Transport authority officials stated that the report recommending fare revisions has been sent to the Tamil Nadu Home ... Read more Tamil Nadu to Revise Auto-Rickshaw Fares After 13 Years

New Delhi, July 30: Indias auto components industry is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 10% by the fiscal year 2030. This growth is attributed to manufacturers expanding their operations into high-margin sectors such as semiconductor equipment, defense, aerospace, and data center power generation, according to a recent report. ... Read more Indias Auto Parts Industry Expected to Grow at 10% CAGR by 2030: Report

New Delhi, July 29: Despite fears of job losses due to artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, Indias information technology (IT) sector has remained a significant employment generator. The central government reported on Wednesday that approximately 135,000 new jobs were created in the IT sector during the fiscal year 2025-26. The Ministry of Electronics and Information ... Read more Indias IT Sector Creates 135,000 New Jobs Amid Automation Concerns

Indore, July 28: The Indore district administration has directed the forest department to take action against those responsible for the presence of elephants in urban areas. This order comes after an auto-rickshaw driver was killed in an elephant attack in the Chandan Nagar area of the city. In an official directive issued to the Divisional ... Read more Auto-Rickshaw Driver Dies in Elephant Attack; Indore Collector Orders Action

New Delhi, July 28: The Ministry of Heavy Industries announced on Tuesday that the central governments Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for the automobile and auto component industry has attracted an investment of 44,326 crore as of March 31, 2026. This amount exceeds the investment target of 42,500 crore set for March 2027. Launched on September ... Read more Over 44,000 Crore Investment in Auto PLI Scheme; 463 EV Charging Stations Operational in West Bengal

New Delhi, July 24: The Indian automobile industry has reported a remarkable 28.6% increase in retail sales year-on-year for July, covering the period from July 1 to July 23. This information was released in a report on Friday. According to the report by Choice Institutional Equities, the sales of two-wheelers surged by 31% year-on-year. Meanwhile, ... Read more Indian Automobile Industry Sees 28.6% Growth in Retail Sales for July: Report

New Delhi, July 24: JM Financial, a brokerage firm, has reported that artificial intelligence (AI) based automation is becoming a key factor in enhancing Paytms cost efficiency. This advancement has allowed the company to maintain its expenses nearly stable despite rapid growth. The brokerage described Paytms first-quarter results for the fiscal year 2026-27 as another ... Read more Paytms Cost Efficiency Boosted by AI Automation, Reports JM Financial

Mumbai, July 22: The Indian stock market opened flat on Wednesday. The Sensex was down by 85.16 points or 0.11 percent, standing at 77,384.95, while the Nifty fell by 37.25 points or 0.15 percent, reaching 24,150.45. The indices showed mixed trading activity. Nifty Auto, Nifty India Defense, Nifty Energy, Nifty Metal, Nifty Consumption, and Nifty ... Read more Indian Stock Market Opens Flat with Buying in Auto and Defense Stocks

New Delhi, July 15: BJP MP Tarun Chugh has praised the central governments decision to establish Autonomous Development Councils in all seven districts of Ladakh. He described this move as a significant and visionary step towards the development of border areas. Chugh emphasized that this decision will enhance the participation of local representatives, bring administration ... Read more Tarun Chugh Welcomes Formation of Autonomous Development Councils in Ladakhs Seven Districts

Bengaluru, July 11: A 36-year-old auto driver in Bengalurus Thanisandra area took his own life by consuming poison on Saturday. Reports indicate that he was overwhelmed by the high-interest rates imposed by a moneylender while trying to repay his debts. Before his death, he recorded a video detailing the harassment he faced. The deceased has ... Read more Distress from Loan Shark Leads Bengaluru Auto Driver to Suicide

Ranchi, July 2: A disturbing incident unfolded in the Sukdev Nagar area of Ranchi when the body of an auto driver was discovered in a drain on Thursday. The deceased has been identified as Rohit Kumar Singh, a resident of Sukdev Nagar. His family has accused one of his friends of murder. The police are ... Read more Shocking Discovery: Auto Drivers Body Found in Drain in Ranchi

New Delhi, July 1: The Anti-Auto Theft Squad (AATS) of the East District Police arrested a 20-year-old man on Wednesday. He was found in possession of a semi-automatic pistol and two live cartridges. Officials stated that this operation thwarted a potential violent crime. According to a press release from the East District Police, the suspect ... Read more Delhi Police Arrests Youth with Semi-Automatic Pistol and Ammunition

Jaipur, July 1: The murder of infamous bandit Jagan Gurjar, which occurred on June 29 in Ajmer High Security Jail, has taken a shocking turn following the autopsy report. Initial findings indicate that Gurjar died due to strangulation, resulting in a fracture of the hyoid bone in his neck. Medical professionals confirmed that excessive pressure ... Read more Shocking Murder of Notorious Bandit Jagan Gurjar Revealed: Cause of Death Disclosed in Autopsy Report

Chandigarh, June 24: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini launched the Auto Mutation System and Paperless Listing 2.0 on Tuesday. This initiative is seen as a significant step towards good governance, transparency, and digital administration in the state. Residents will no longer need to submit separate applications for land record mutations. They can now download ... Read more Haryana Chief Minister Launches Auto Mutation System and Paperless Listing 2.0

Guwahati, June 23: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma extended his best wishes to the people of Karbi Anglong on the 75th anniversary of the Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council (KAAC). He described this milestone as a symbol of the regions rich heritage, resilience, and aspirations. In a message shared on social media, the Chief Minister ... Read more Assams Karbi Anglong Autonomous Council Celebrates 75 Years of Progress

Washington, June 3: A senior U.S. lawmaker has expressed concerns regarding the Commerce Departments decision to allow a foreign vehicle manufacturer closely tied to China to sell and produce connected vehicles in the United States. Democratic Representative Debbie Dingell from Michigan warned that this could expose sensitive data, weaken national security measures, and create loopholes ... Read more U.S. Lawmaker Raises Concerns Over China-Linked Automotive Safety Risks

Lucknow, May 31: An auto driver, Sunny Yadav, wanted in connection with an alleged assault, verbal abuse, and attempted murder of a young woman, was injured and arrested by police in an encounter in the Vikas Nagar area of Lucknow. Deputy Commissioner of Police (East) Dr. Diksha Sharma informed that a complaint was filed on ... Read more Auto Driver Injured in Encounter After Alleged Assault on Young Woman in Lucknow

New Delhi, May 23: The Anti-Auto Theft Squad (AATS) of Shahdara district has apprehended a dangerous habitual criminal. The suspect was involved in stealing two-wheelers, which he used in various robbery and theft incidents. In this operation, four stolen two-wheelers were recovered, solving a total of seven cases. The arrested individual has been identified as ... Read more Shahdara Police Arrests Notorious Auto Thief, Recovers Stolen Bikes and Scooters

Mumbai, May 22: The Indian stock market opened on a positive note on Friday, buoyed by strong global signals. At 9:17 AM, the Sensex rose by 161 points or 0.21% to reach 75,344, while the Nifty gained 40 points or 0.17%, standing at 23,697. The auto sector led the early gains in the market, with ... Read more Indian Stock Market Opens Strong Amid Global Positivity, Auto Stocks Lead Gains

New Delhi, May 22: India has recently entered into significant agreements with New Zealand, South Korea, and Russia. While these deals appear beneficial on the surface, they also signal Indias pursuit of strategic autonomy. These agreements reflect a deliberate shift in how New Delhi is leveraging trade and defense alignments as calibrated levers for strategic ... Read more Indias Strategic Autonomy: New Trade and Defense Agreements Amid Global Uncertainty

New Delhi, May 21: Auto and taxi drivers in the Delhi-NCR region have initiated a three-day strike starting today. This action is in response to the escalating fuel prices, outdated fare structures, and losses incurred due to app-based companies. The All India Motor Transport Congress and the Delhi Driver Union have organized this strike from ... Read more Auto and Taxi Drivers in Delhi-NCR Strike Over Rising Fuel Prices

New Delhi, May 21: Taxi and auto drivers in the Delhi-NCR region are set to embark on a significant three-day strike from May 21 to 23. This action is in response to rising inflation and escalating fuel prices. The drivers union is demanding an increase in taxi and auto fares, as there has been no ... Read more Taxi and Auto Drivers in Delhi-NCR to Strike from May 21 to 23 Demanding Fare Hike

New Delhi, May 20: In a significant development in the Twisha Sharma death case, the court has rejected a petition for a second autopsy on the body. The Bhopal court, which heard the case on Wednesday, stated that the directives issued on May 19 for a re-examination and forensic analysis at AIIMS Delhi have been ... Read more Court Denies Second Autopsy Request in Twisha Sharma Case

New Delhi, May 18: BJP MP Manoj Tiwari and NDMC Vice Chairman Kuljeet Chahal responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modis call to save fuel and reduce petrol and diesel consumption by traveling in an electric auto and later using the metro on Monday. In a post on social media platform X, Tiwari shared that, under ... Read more Manoj Tiwari Takes Electric Auto and Metro Ride Following PM Modis Appeal

Gandhinagar, May 17: Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah inaugurated a newly constructed automatic milk processing plant in Dashela, Gandhinagar, on Sunday. The event was marked by a warm welcome from local dairy farmers. During his address, Shah highlighted that the plant, built on 15 acres of land at a cost of 128 crores, will serve ... Read more Amit Shah Inaugurates Automatic Milk Processing Plant in Gandhinagar

Birmingham, May 16: Chinese car brands are making significant strides in the UK market, according to David Bailey, a professor of economics at the University of Birmingham and an automotive industry expert. In a recent interview with Xinhua News Agency, Bailey highlighted the growing popularity of these brands among consumers. Bailey noted that Chinese automakers ... Read more Chinese Car Brands Rapidly Expanding in the UK Market, Says Automotive Expert

Lucknow, May 13: The autopsy report of Pratik Yadav, the son of Samajwadi Party founder Mulayam Singh Yadav and half-brother of Akhilesh Yadav, has been released following his suspicious death on Wednesday morning. A team of doctors conducted the autopsy after he was found unresponsive. According to the report, Pratik Yadav, aged 38, suffered a ... Read more Tragic Death of Pratik Yadav Revealed in Autopsy Report: Cardiac Arrest Confirmed

Washington, May 7: Over 50 Republican lawmakers have called on the Trump administration to prevent Chinese automotive and battery companies from manufacturing in the United States. They argue that such actions pose a threat to American jobs, supply chains, and national security. In a letter led by Mike Kelly and Gus Bilirakis, the lawmakers urged ... Read more Republican Lawmakers Urge Action Against Chinese Automotive Expansion in the U.S.

Hyderabad, May 5: In a remarkable act of bravery, an auto-rickshaw driver in Hyderabad risked his life to apprehend a chain snatcher who had stolen a womans gold chain. The driver, Mohammad Zaheer, displayed extraordinary courage by colliding his auto with the suspects motorcycle to prevent his escape. He confronted the thief, who attempted to ... Read more Brave Auto Driver Foils Chain Snatcher in Hyderabad

New Delhi, May 2: The central government has officially notified 100% foreign direct investment (FDI) in the insurance sector under the automatic route, as reported on Saturday. This move paves the way for increased participation from foreign investors. Foreign investments in insurance companies will be subject to compliance with the provisions of the Insurance Act ... Read more Indian Government Notifies 100% FDI in Insurance Sector Under Automatic Route

Beijing, May 2: Chinese Premier Li Qiang conducted an inspection tour of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region from April 29 to May 1. In Nanning, Li Qiang reviewed the water irrigation junction and emergency rescue projects. He emphasized that the development of the water network is a strategic measure to enhance flood control and disaster ... Read more Chinese Premier Inspects Guangxi Autonomous Region

Brussels, May 2: The European Union stated on Saturday that it will keep all options open to protect its interests if the United States takes steps contrary to their shared trade agreement. This response follows a warning from US President Donald Trump about increasing tariffs by 25% on cars and trucks imported from the EU. ... Read more EU Keeps All Options Open Amid US Tariff Threats on Auto Imports

Mumbai, May 1: The Maharashtra governments decision to give auto-rickshaw drivers four months to learn the Marathi language has sparked a new debate on language and employment in the state. Responding to this issue, Shiv Sena spokesperson Raju Waghmare described it as a straightforward and practical step. He mentioned that the government and the transport ... Read more Shiv Sena Supports Marathi Language Requirement for Auto-Rickshaw Drivers

New Delhi, May 1: The Anti-Auto Theft Squad (AATS) reported a significant operation on March 28, following intelligence that a man named Manoj, also known as Manish, was illegally trafficking drugs under the guise of a chemist shop. Upon receiving this information, the AATS team sprang into action and successfully dismantled the operation. According to ... Read more Major Bust by Anti-Auto Theft Squad Uncovers Illegal Drug Trafficking Ring

Mumbai, April 29: The Indian stock market opened on a positive note on Wednesday, driven by strong global signals. At 9:18 AM, the Sensex rose by 306 points or 0.40% to reach 77,193, while the Nifty gained 88 points or 0.33%, climbing to 24,085. In the early trading session, the market rally was led by ... Read more Indian Stock Market Opens Positively Amid Strong Global Signals, Boosted by Defense and Auto Sectors

Beijing, April 27: The 2026 Beijing International Auto Show is currently underway, covering an impressive area of 380,000 square meters, making it the largest in the world. As a significant event in the global automotive industry, the Beijing Auto Show is attracting worldwide attention. According to recent statistics, China has maintained its position as the ... Read more Global Attention on the Beijing International Auto Show 2026

Mumbai, April 27: A significant initiative is set to begin in Maharashtra regarding passenger transport services. The states Transport Minister, Pratap Sarnaik, convened an important meeting on Monday with leaders of auto-rickshaw and taxi unions. The primary aim of this meeting is to discuss the proposal for implementing a practical Marathi exam for drivers seeking ... Read more Maharashtra Transport Minister Holds Key Meeting with Auto-Rickshaw and Taxi Union Leaders

New Delhi, April 25: A high-speed car collided forcefully with an auto-rickshaw in the Shakarpur police station area of Delhi. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the incident. Following the crash, the car driver fled the scene. The police received information about the accident through a PCR call. Upon arrival, the police team discovered that ... Read more High-Speed Car Collides with Auto-Rickshaw in Shakarpur, No Injuries Reported

Beijing, April 25: According to the latest report released by the renowned UK-based brand valuation agency, Brand Finance, on Thursday, a total of 24 Chinese automotive brands have made it to the Global Automotive Brand Value Top 100 list for 2026. This marks the highest number of Chinese brands included in the rankings to date. ... Read more Chinese Brands Lead Global Automotive Brand Value Rankings

New Delhi, April 24: The Supreme Court delivered a landmark ruling on Friday, allowing a 15-year-old minor to undergo an abortion. The court emphasized that no woman should be compelled to continue an unwanted pregnancy. It clarified that a womans right to abortion cannot be revoked based on the option of adoption after childbirth. In ... Read more Supreme Court Grants Abortion Rights to Minor, Upholds Womens Autonomy

Mumbai, April 24: The mandatory implementation of the Marathi language for auto and cab drivers in Maharashtra has sparked a new debate in the states political landscape. Sanjay Nirupam, a spokesperson for the Shiv Sena party, stated that while they support the promotion of the Marathi language, it is crucial that any such policy does ... Read more Sanjay Nirupam Criticizes Marathi Language Requirement for Auto Drivers in Maharashtra

Mumbai, April 24: Filmmaker Ashok Pandit has shared an intriguing video of an auto driver on social media, showcasing the growing popularity of micro-drama series in India. In the video posted on Instagram, the auto driver is seen watching a Korean micro-drama series and discussing it with Ashok Pandit. In his caption, Pandit noted that ... Read more Rising Trend of Micro-Drama Series in India Highlighted by Ashok Pandits Auto Driver Video

Mumbai, April 21: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced new and stringent rules for e-mandates in digital payments. Effective immediately, additional authentication (Additional Factor of Authentication AFA) will be mandatory for auto-debit transactions exceeding 15,000 to enhance security for recurring payments. These regulations apply to all payment system providers and entities handling ... Read more RBI Tightens E-Mandate Rules: Extra Authentication Required for Auto-Debit Transacti