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India energy, EV, and manufacturing sector growth

10 clusters · 45 sources · last updated

Latest: Electric vehicle adoption grows in India amid World EV Day 2026

India is experiencing significant growth in its energy, electric vehicle (EV), and manufacturing sectors. The EV industry is projected to support 7.2 million direct manufacturing jobs by 2040, provided battery cell local

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India road safety and automotive standard reforms

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Latest: India to implement Bharat NCAP 2.0 car safety framework in 2027

India is planning significant reforms to its road safety and automotive standards. Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari announced the development of a graded points system for driving licences. Under

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Indian Supreme Court vehicle insurance directives

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Latest: Supreme Court directs Indian states to form SITs for insurance fraud

The Supreme Court of India has issued several directives aimed at improving vehicle insurance compliance and integrity. Initially, the Court directed the central government to prepare a pilot project that would deny fuel

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Infrastructure safety and accidents in Jammu and Kashmir

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Latest: NHAI investigates fatal construction accident on DAK Expressway

Infrastructure development and safety in Jammu and Kashmir have been marked by recent fatalities and environmental challenges. In July 2026, heavy rains caused flash floods and landslides that closed the Jammu–Srinagar h

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Indian Supreme Court pedestrian rights rulings

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Latest: Supreme Court of India directs states to ensure encroachment-free footpaths

The Supreme Court of India has recognized the right to walk as a fundamental constitutional right, citing its necessity for human dignity and personal liberty under Articles 19(1)(d) and 21. The court noted that urban pl

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Arunachal Pradesh infrastructure and hydropower development

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Latest: Arunachal Pradesh receives major road and power infrastructure upgrades

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has announced an extensive development roadmap for the state, focusing on border infrastructure, education, and renewable energy. Through the ‘Vibrant Village Program’, the

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Kerala highway construction regulation dispute

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Latest: Aroma Boat Club wins 72nd Nehru Trophy Boat Race on debut

An interim order from the Supreme Court revising construction distance limits along national highways is expected to significantly impact coastal regions in Kerala. The ruling prohibits residential construction within 40

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India highway tolling upgrades and infrastructure projects

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Latest: NHAI expands digital local toll pass to 121 plazas

In late May 2026, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) issued tenders for extensive highway projects across several states, including Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Telangana, Bihar, Assam, and Himachal Pradesh. B

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India vehicle regulation and emissions policy updates

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Latest: India proposes 5-year age extension for EV, CNG, and hydrogen vehicles

India’s Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has introduced several draft proposals aimed at updating vehicle regulations and emissions testing protocols. Initial proposals focused on the Pollution Under Control (PUC

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