STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY Amity University Bengaluru, LTTS Sign MoU For E-Mobility Research

Premium education institute Amity University Bengaluru and L&T Technology Services Ltd (LTTS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen industry-academia collaboration, promote research and enhance skill development in emerging technologies. A key feature of the partnership is the establishment of an E-Mobility Centre of Excellence (CoE) at Amity University Bengaluru, with LTTS serving […]

CW Bureau · Jun 21, 2026

AUTO JLR Targets US Growth, Expands EV And Hybrid Portfolio Across Brands

JLR, the luxury automotive company owned by the Tata Group, has announced plans to intensify its focus on the United States as a priority growth market while expanding propulsion choices across its vehicle portfolio to drive double-digit revenue growth. The company said it will develop exclusive offerings for the US market, strengthen supply chain resilience […]

CW Bureau · Jun 17, 2026

MANUFACTURING Exide Banks On Lead-Acid Strength, Lithium-Ion Expansion For Next Phase

Exide Industries is pursuing a balanced growth strategy that combines the cash-generating strength of its lead-acid battery business with long-term investments in lithium-ion technology, as the energy storage industry undergoes a gradual technological transition. In his message to shareholders in the company’s Annual Report 2026, Exide Industries Chairman Sridhar Gorthi said lead-acid batteries will continue […]

CW Bureau · Jun 17, 2026

AUTO VinFast’s Green SM Enters India With Electric Taxi, Begins Service In Delhi

Vietnamese EV maker VinFast, through its ride-hailing arm Green SM has launched its all-electric taxi service in India. Green SM will operate its fully electric taxi service, Green SM Limo, in Delhi NCR, marking its fifth international expansion after Vietnam, Laos, Indonesia and the Philippines. The launch strengthens the company’s global footprint and brings its […]

CW Bureau · Jun 5, 2026

AUTO Chennai Battery Plant To Strengthen Ashok Leyland’s EV Production Push

Ashok Leyland is laying the groundwork for a deeper push into electric mobility with a phased battery manufacturing strategy that will begin with battery pack assembly before eventually expanding into cell production, reflecting a measured approach to India’s evolving EV market. The commercial vehicle maker has already conducted the groundbreaking ceremony for its battery pack […]

CW Bureau · Jun 4, 2026

AUTO JBM Auto Commands Nearly Half Of India’s Electric Bus Market In May

JBM Auto Ltd has emerged as the leading player in India’s electric bus segment with a 49% market share in May 2026, according to data from the Vahan portal. The company recorded 157 electric bus registrations during the month, the highest among all industry participants, further strengthening its position in the country’s rapidly expanding electric […]

CW Bureau · Jun 3, 2026

AUTO Ola Electric Beats Industry Growth With 23% Rise In May Registrations

Leading electric two-wheeler major Ola Electric continued its recovery trajectory in May 2026, reporting registrations of 15,139 units, up from 12,323 units in April, according to VAHAN data. The increase translates into a 23% month-on-month growth, marking the company’s third consecutive month of sales recovery. The performance comes amid a broader rebound in India’s electric […]

CW Bureau · Jun 1, 2026

AUTO Greaves Electric Posts Strong FY26 Growth, Achieves ₹786 Cr Revenue

Greaves Electric Mobility continued its growth momentum in FY26, reporting a 19% year-on-year increase in revenue to ₹786 crore, driven by rising demand for electric mobility solutions, stronger regional penetration, product innovation, and network expansion. According to VAHAN data, the company recorded a 51% year-on-year growth in electric two-wheeler (E2W) volumes during FY26, supported by […]

CW Bureau · May 29, 2026

AUTO Ashok Leyland Consol Q4 Net Up 11% To ₹1,381 Cr, Posts Record CV Sales

Ashok Leyland Ltd, the flagship commercial vehicle company of the Hinduja Group, reported an 11% increase in consolidated net profit for the March quarter at ₹1,381 crore compared to the year-ago period, driven by record commercial vehicle volumes and growth across businesses. Revenue from operations rose to ₹17,246 crore from ₹14,696 crore. Share of profit […]

CW Bureau · May 28, 2026

STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY EMotorad Appoints Former CARS24 CEO Himanshu Ratnoo As Co-Founder

India’s leading electric cycle brand EMotorad has appointed Himanshu Ratnoo as Co-Founder, strengthening its leadership team as the company accelerates expansion across global markets, mass mobility and new product categories. Ratnoo was most recently the India CEO at CARS24. Leadership push for next growth phase The appointment signals EMotorad’s intent to build institutional-grade leadership at […]

CW Bureau · May 28, 2026

AUTO TVS Motor Leads Global Shareholder Return Race In Durable Goods Section

TVS Motor Company, part of TVS Venu, has been ranked the world’s top company in the ‘Durable Consumer Goods’ category in the annual ‘Best Stocks in the World’ ranking published by German business weekly WirtschaftsWoche, based on analysis by Boston Consulting Group. The independent study evaluated more than 2,000 listed companies across 35 industries globally. […]

CW Bureau · May 25, 2026

AUTO Musashi India Signs Pact With Kinetic Green For EV Powertrain Supply

Musashi India Pvt Ltd, an automotive components and EV systems manufacturer and subsidiary of Japan’s Musashi Seimitsu Industry Co Ltd, has entered into a Letter of Intent with Kinetic Green Energy and Power Solutions Ltd to supply integrated electric powertrain systems for the latter’s upcoming electric two-wheeler platform. Under the agreement, Musashi India will supply […]

CW Bureau · May 21, 2026