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Tesla Begins Optimus Robot Production at Fremont

Tesla has started early production of its Optimus humanoid robots at its Fremont facility, with Elon Musk targeting 20,000 units weekly by 2027.

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Lalithaa Jewellery Sets Rs 1,700 Crore IPO for August 17

Lalithaa Jewellery Mart announces a Rs 1,700 crore IPO launching on August 17 to fund its retail expansion across South India. Read details here.

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Ultraviolette Launches X-47 Venom for European Expansion

Discover how Bengaluru-based EV maker Ultraviolette is expanding into 20 European countries with the new X-47 Venom electric motorcycle and VX-100 platform.

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Audi Q3 3rd Gen Launched in India at ₹51.99 Lakh | Features

Audi launches the third-generation Q3 in India starting at ₹51.99 Lakh. Discover features, specs, 2.0L turbo-petrol engine, and Quattro AWD details.

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Hyundai Commits $3.1B to India for EV & Auto Expansion

Hyundai Motor Group announces a $3.1 billion investment in India to boost manufacturing capacity, R&D infrastructure, and electric vehicle adoption.

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Tata Motors & Stellantis Expand Global Vehicle Partnership

Tata Motors and Stellantis expand their global partnership to co-develop and manufacture vehicles for 50 markets, focusing on EVs and tech integration.

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Ola Electric Announces ₹1,000 Crore Rights Issue

Ola Electric Mobility announces a rights issue to raise ₹1,000 crore. Discover key details, share pricing, eligibility, and timelines for investors.

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TVS Group Family Dispute Emerges Over Control and Assets

An internal ownership dispute within the TVS Group family highlights tensions over control, asset distribution, and leadership at TVS Motor Company.

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Telangana Proposes 55% Tax Cut for Tourist Buses

Telangana proposes a 55% tax cut for tourist buses to stop operators from registering in other states and recover millions in lost state revenue.

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KYB India Gets INR 2.15B Capital Infusion for Growth

KYB Corporation injects INR 2.15 billion into KYB India to secure full ownership and expand local automotive manufacturing operations.

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Zuperia Expands EV Production & Evaluates South Plant

Discover Zuperia’s major EV expansion strategy, scaling electric three-wheeler production, entering the two-wheeler market, and planning a South India plant.

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The ePlane Co. Partners with Noida Airport for eVTOLs

The ePlane Company partners with Noida International Airport to develop eVTOL infrastructure, aiming for an 80-aircraft fleet by 2028.

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SRIT India BSE Debut & Ola Electric Rights Issue Update

SRIT India lists on BSE at a 13.85% premium following its IPO, while Ola Electric launches a rights issue to raise Rs 1,000 crore for expansion.

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Forvia & Anand Group Form India Automotive Joint Venture

Forvia partners with India’s Anand Group in a strategic joint venture to accelerate advanced automotive solutions, sustainable mobility, and safety systems.

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HSBC India Services PMI Hits 57.7 in September

India’s services sector PMI rose to 57.7 in September, driven by strong domestic and export orders despite lingering inflationary pressures.

Festive Retail Growth & Economic Shifts in India

Festive Retail Growth & Economic Shifts in India

Discover how Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities are driving India’s festive retail growth, alongside key RBI policies, health insurance updates, and GST trends.

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Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric Bookings Open, Launching Nov 4

Bookings for the new Mercedes-Benz GLC Electric SUV are now open in India ahead of its November 4 launch, offering up to 700 km of driving range.

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CE Info Systems Stock Surges 3.09% on MathWorks ADAS Deal

CE Info Systems shares rose 3.09% to Rs 871.95 on the BSE following a strategic partnership with MathWorks to enhance ADAS for Indian roads.

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Automakers Boost Production & Stock for India Festive Demand

Major Indian automakers like Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai ramp up production and dealer stocks to meet peak festive demand and cut down waiting periods.

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Haryana NCR Petrol Pumps Deny Fuel Without Valid PUC

Haryana enforces strict PUC rules in NCR petrol pumps. Vehicles without valid Pollution Under Control certificates face a Rs 10,000 fine and no fuel.

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India CAFE-III Norms: What It Means for Cars & EVs

Discover how India’s strict CAFE-III emission norms are reshaping the auto industry, forcing automakers to adopt EVs and hybrids to meet fuel targets.

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Tata Safari EV India Debut: 500km Range & Tech Features

Tata Motors prepares for the India debut of the Tata Safari EV, featuring an advanced Acti.ev platform, 500km+ driving range, and premium cabin tech.

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Simple Energy Secures Rs 1,750 Crore in Series C Funding

Electric vehicle startup Simple Energy raises Rs 1,750 crore in Series C funding to expand manufacturing capacity, retail network, and R&D.

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India Tightens Vehicle Fuel Efficiency Norms by 16.7% in 2027

India mandates a 16.7% boost in vehicle fuel efficiency by 2027 under new CAFE norms, driving green tech and lower emissions in the auto industry.

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October Auto Blitz: New Car Launches for Festive Season

Discover the major car launches and facelifts in India this October. Carmakers line up new SUVs and EVs to ride the festive season shopping wave.

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Nissan Motor September Sales Drop 5% to 10,025 Units

Nissan Motor reports a 5 percent decline in September sales, totaling 10,025 units amid ongoing market conditions and supply constraints.

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India Auto Sales Surge 21% in September on Strong Demand

India passenger vehicle sales surged 21.7% in September to 4.6 lakh units, driven by festive demand and better supply chains. Read the full market report.

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Tata Motors September 2026 Sales Surge 42%

Tata Motors reports a 42% sales jump in September 2026 with 51,062 commercial vehicle units sold, driven by strong domestic and international growth.

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Hyundai Motor Shares Rise on Record September Sales

Hyundai Motor India shares gain as the automaker reports its highest-ever monthly sales of 77,916 units in September, driven by domestic and export growth.

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Hyundai and SML Mahindra Record Strong Sales in Sept 2026

Discover September 2026 sales growth for Hyundai Motor and SML Mahindra, driven by rising domestic demand and surging cargo vehicle sales.