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India's Electric Scooters Hit 9% Market Share in May
Planet WinsJun 1

India's Electric Scooters Hit 9% Market Share in May

India registered 264,000 electric vehicles in May 2026, a 35% jump from last year as families swap gas-powered rides for electric ones. Electric scooters and motorcycles now make up nearly 1 in 10 two-wheelers sold across the country.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
India Leads World in Electric Three-Wheelers Revolution
Planet WinsMay 21

India Leads World in Electric Three-Wheelers Revolution

India just became the world's largest market for electric three-wheelers, and it's turning an oil crisis into an opportunity for energy independence. With 60% of new three-wheelers now electric, the country is blazing a different path than the West.

YourStory India2 min read
India's Ola Electric Unveils Homegrown Battery Cell
VideosApr 14

India's Ola Electric Unveils Homegrown Battery Cell

Ola Electric just announced its new 46100 battery cell, entirely designed and built in India. The breakthrough could make electric vehicles cheaper and more accessible across the country.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
Toyota Launches $21,000 Electric SUV in India Tomorrow
InnovationJan 19

Toyota Launches $21,000 Electric SUV in India Tomorrow

Toyota is unveiling its first electric vehicle in India, targeting one of the world's fastest-growing EV markets with an affordable midsize SUV. The Urban Cruiser EV starts at just $21,000, making electric driving accessible to millions more families.

Electrek3 min read
India Battery Maker Hits 100,000 Electric Vehicles Milestone
InnovationMar 24

India Battery Maker Hits 100,000 Electric Vehicles Milestone

Octillion Power Systems just built its 100,000th electric vehicle battery in India, marking a major win for the country's clean transportation future. The company now powers everything from electric buses to SUVs across the nation.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
India's Electric Vehicle Sales Jump 75% in April
InnovationMay 6

India's Electric Vehicle Sales Jump 75% in April

Electric passenger vehicle sales in India surged 75% in April 2026, signaling a major shift toward cleaner transportation. The milestone shows thousands more families choosing eco-friendly cars every month.

The Hindu2 min read
India Shifts to Electric Cooking as Oil Prices Surge
Planet WinsMar 18

India Shifts to Electric Cooking as Oil Prices Surge

Rising global oil prices are pushing Indian households and businesses toward electric cooking, offering a cleaner, cheaper alternative. The unexpected crisis is accelerating an energy transition that could strengthen India's independence from imported fuels.

The Hindu3 min read
India's Jakson Group Launches Electric Three-Wheelers
InnovationApr 14

India's Jakson Group Launches Electric Three-Wheelers

A major Indian energy company is bringing cleaner transportation to millions by investing in electric three-wheelers designed for last-mile delivery. The move could transform urban logistics while cutting emissions in India's bustling cities.

The Hindu2 min read
India Orders 915 Electric Buses to Clear Polluted Air
VideosMar 26

India Orders 915 Electric Buses to Clear Polluted Air

India just ordered 915 electric buses for the state of Telangana, a major step toward cleaning air in some of the world's most polluted cities. The move will replace diesel vehicles and bring cleaner transit to millions of riders.

CleanTechnica2 min read
India's Electric Car Sales Jump 25% As Drivers Ditch Gas
SolutionsJun 4

India's Electric Car Sales Jump 25% As Drivers Ditch Gas

Rising fuel costs and new regulations are pushing Indian drivers toward electric vehicles at record speed. EVs now make up 5% of India's car market, a milestone experts see as the tipping point for mass adoption.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Ola Electric Cleared to Launch Commercial E-Scooter
InnovationMay 28

Ola Electric Cleared to Launch Commercial E-Scooter

India's Ola Electric just got the green light to launch an electric scooter designed specifically for delivery drivers and fleet operators. With rising fuel prices squeezing gig workers, this commercial EV could arrive as early as this quarter.

YourStory India2 min read
India's Ultraviolette Makes Electric Bikes Affordable at $1,800
InnovationMar 9

India's Ultraviolette Makes Electric Bikes Affordable at $1,800

An Indian electric motorcycle company just slashed the upfront cost of owning a high-performance e-bike by nearly half. Ultraviolette's new battery subscription model means riders can go electric for less than they'd spend on gas.

The Hindu2 min read
India's Andhra Pradesh Gets 750 Electric Buses in 2026
Planet WinsMay 29

India's Andhra Pradesh Gets 750 Electric Buses in 2026

Andhra Pradesh is rolling out 750 electric buses across 11 cities by the end of 2026, bringing clean air and modern transit to millions. The Prime Minister's Electric Bus Sewa scheme will transform how residents travel while slashing urban pollution.

The Hindu2 min read
VinFast India Hits 10,000 EVs Made in Under a Year
Videos5d ago

VinFast India Hits 10,000 EVs Made in Under a Year

A Vietnamese electric vehicle maker just proved it can scale fast in one of the world's toughest markets. VinFast India produced 10,000 electric vehicles in less than 12 months, showing the country's EV revolution is picking up serious speed.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
India Deploys 66 Electric Trucks to Cut Port Emissions
SolutionsApr 2

India Deploys 66 Electric Trucks to Cut Port Emissions

Two major Indian ports are switching to heavy-duty electric trucks that will slash 3,300 tonnes of CO2 annually. The battery-swappable vehicles can be recharged in under seven minutes, solving one of the biggest challenges in commercial freight.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
India's EV Shift Could Create 30M Jobs by 2047
SolutionsMar 23

India's EV Shift Could Create 30M Jobs by 2047

India is betting big on electric vehicles to transform its economy, cut oil imports, and fight climate change. A new report shows how going fully electric by 2047 could reshape millions of jobs while slashing emissions.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read
India's Green Lender Ecofy Secures $15M for Solar, EVs
SolutionsMay 7

India's Green Lender Ecofy Secures $15M for Solar, EVs

A clean energy financing company in India just landed $15 million to help 130,000 more families and businesses afford rooftop solar panels and electric vehicles. In just three years, Ecofy has become India's first green-only lender, proving that making climate solutions affordable can scale fast.

Google: clean energy investment2 min read
Telangana Offers Employees Up to 20% Off Electric Vehicles
SolutionsMar 24

Telangana Offers Employees Up to 20% Off Electric Vehicles

Government workers in Telangana, India can now buy electric vehicles at steep discounts thanks to a first-of-its-kind partnership with major EV makers. Major companies like Mahindra, Ather Energy, and Ola are slashing prices by 10-20% to help India's push toward cleaner transportation.

The Hindu2 min read
Amazon Doubles Electric Van Fleet to 100,000 by 2030
SolutionsJun 6

Amazon Doubles Electric Van Fleet to 100,000 by 2030

Amazon is doubling its electric delivery van fleet to 100,000 vehicles worldwide by 2030, cutting millions of tons of carbon emissions annually. India will get over 1,000 new electric trucks in the next five years alone.

YourStory India2 min read
India Powers Every Village Ahead of Schedule
VideosApr 29

India Powers Every Village Ahead of Schedule

In 2018, India achieved what seemed impossible: bringing electricity to every single village in the country, years ahead of schedule. This massive effort brought power to half a billion people since 2000.

Good News Network2 min read

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