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Montra Electric has launched the All-New Super Auto, an upgraded electric passenger 3W offering 160 km range, enhanced safety, comfort, and driver-focused features. Priced at ₹3.79 lakh (Ex-showroom, post-subsidy.

ChargeZone has signed an MoU with SBI under the ‘EV Mitra’ scheme to expand India’s EV charging network through collateral-free financing. The initiative will support private investors and MSMEs in setting up charging stations nationwide.

PURE EV has partnered up with UAE-based Arva Electric Vehicles to supply 50,000 ecoDryft and eTryst X motorcycles over two years, scaling up to 60,000 yearly, to fulfil rising demand for sustainable mobility in the Middle East and Africa.

VinFast has started pre-bookings for its electric SUVs VF 6 and VF 7 in India, with deliveries set to begin in August. The company is investing $500 million in a Tamil Nadu plant and building a strong EV ecosystem through local partnerships.

Simandhar Education has introduced a Women’s Day Scholarship Program, offering financial aid for CPA, CMA, CIA, and EA courses. The initiative, running from March 6 to March 31, 2025, aims to bridge the gender gap in finance leadership.

Amazon Pay Later-enabled service on the platform will allow business customers to digitally sign up and gain access to quick credit, enabling them to make purchases across all categories with ease.

Exhibitors from all categories have reported retail sales from the general public. However, most of the B2B orders were reported from GI products, electronics, and agriculture sector.

The gross NPAs in the MSME sector dropped to ₹1.25 lakh crore in FY24, marking the lowest level in six years, but concerns remain over a potential rise in bad loans later this year. The gross NPA ratio for MSMEs stands at 4.46%, higher than the overall 2.74%.

JBM Group and Singapore-based Keppel Ltd. have announced a strategic alliance to develop solutions in e-mobility, EV charging, and renewable energy. The partnership also explores urban decarbonisation and e-waste management.

Mercedes-Benz Research and Development India (MBRDI) and TERI have launched the ‘Future-In-Charge’ skill training programme to build a qualified workforce for EV charging infrastructure.

Andhra Pradesh is actively pursuing Tesla to establish an EV manufacturing plant, leveraging its port connectivity, land availability, and strong EV market presence in South India.

Montra Electric has inaugurated a new manufacturing facility for electric small commercial vehicles (e-SCV) in Ponneri, Chennai, with an annual capacity of 50,000 units.

Ather Energy will launch its first affordable electric scooter based on the new EL platform during the festive season of 2026, manufactured at its upcoming Aurangabad facility.

Uno Minda Limited has approved a ₹423 crore project to manufacture high-voltage components for four-wheeler electric vehicles.

Atul Greentech, Valeo India, and Honda Power Pack Energy India have partnered to launch battery-swappable electric three-wheelers in India, aiming to reduce charging downtime and enhance last-mile connectivity.