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Govt pulls plug on Chinese apps used to stop e-rickshaws

In a significant move, authorities have instructed Google and Apple to take down three Chinese battery management applicationsBAT-BMS, Lossigy, and Epoch-i-ionfrom their platforms. The apps have allegedly been exploited to remotely shut down battery-operated vehicles like e-rickshaws, endangering the livelihoods of drivers. This highlights a concerning trend, shifting the focus from mere data security to tangible interference with electric vehicles operating on Indian streets, prompting further investigative scrutiny.

3 Jul 2026 6:13 pm