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India's EV growth faces a charging reliability crisis, not an adoption problem. While public chargers have surged, a significant EV-to-charger ratio and user complaints highlight infrastructure gaps. The core issue is thermal derating in fast chargers, where high ambient temperatures reduce power output, impacting performance and user experience.

Adityaram, a prominent South Indian real estate entrepreneur, has amassed an estimated net worth of Rs 17,000 crore by early 2026. His success stems from strategic land acquisitions, luxury developments, and diversification into entertainment and infrastructure. His opulent Adityaram Royal Palace and ventures like Adityaram Film City highlight his expansive influence and visionary approach.

India's EV transition is crucial for energy independence and economic stability, moving beyond climate goals. Gigafactories are central to this, integrating battery production, component supply, and energy systems. Advanced AI and data platforms are key to optimizing operations, reducing waste, and ensuring quality.

India's automotive aftermarket is transforming, driven by rising vehicle ownership and digital integration. Consumers now seek technologically advanced accessories for enhanced convenience, safety, and personalization. This shift from conventional add-ons to essential enablers signifies a new era of smart, connected, and safety-focused mobility solutions.

Electric cars, while vital for cleaner air, won't solve urban traffic jams. Congestion stems from road space limitations, not fuel type. The article argues for prioritizing efficient public transport, integrated connectivity, demand management, and smarter urban design. True progress lies in rethinking our entire transportation system, focusing on movement efficiency over vehicle power.

India's roads face a critical safety challenge, with rear-end collisions contributing significantly to a high death toll. Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) are emerging as a crucial solution, moving from luxury to a national mandate for commercial vehicles from 2027 to prevent accidents and enhance road safety.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the media's crucial role in fostering public awareness and national unity at the Times Now Summit 2026. He emphasized that platforms like Times Group are vital in informing citizens, shaping discourse, and amplifying India's global voice.

Satyan Gajwani is part of the consortium comprising Aditya Birla Group, Times Group, David Blitzer's Bolt Group and American Private Equity firm Blackstone, which bought a 100 percent stake in RCB for $1.78 billion (Rs 16,600 crore).

India's PM E-DRIVE scheme mandates deep localization of electric truck traction motors and controllers by September 2026. This policy shift, particularly concerning rare earth magnet imports from China, poses significant risks for Tier-1 suppliers, including supply chain disruptions, cost escalations, and production delays, forcing a manufacturing transformation.

India's vehicle scrappage policy aims for a circular economy but faces implementation hurdles. Gaps in infrastructure, particularly Automated Testing Stations and Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facilities, and regional disparities hinder progress. Overcoming these challenges through policy alignment, technology, and informal sector integration is crucial for success.

India's electric vehicle revolution is accelerating beyond major metros, with Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities becoming key growth drivers. Practical mobility needs, favorable ownership economics, and expanding local ecosystems are fueling this surge, particularly for electric two- and three-wheelers, transforming daily transport and commerce.

Urban roads face increasing safety risks due to dense traffic and complex infrastructure. India's road safety challenge highlights the need for smarter traffic management, safer vehicles, and intelligent mobility technologies. Real-time intelligence, advanced driver assistance systems, and innovative braking and display technologies are transforming urban mobility towards safer and more efficient cities.

India's industrial acceleration is now driven by material performance, not just scale. As global competition tightens, advanced materials are crucial for predictable, safe, and efficient product performance across mobility, electronics, and packaging. This materials-led transition is key to India's future competitiveness and global standing.

The 25th Delhi Book Fair saw active participation from Times Group Books at Pragati Maidan. The programme, being held from 11-15 September, saw a huge crowd at the Times Books stall in hall number 7-D.

India's electric vehicle adoption is shifting from ownership to access, driven by supportive policies and falling costs. Bespoke lending and subscription models are emerging as key solutions to address upfront costs, rapid technological evolution, and battery concerns. This approach, particularly for businesses, offers significant financial advantages and mitigates risks, paving the way for widespread EV integration.

To help women, who have taken a mid-career break to return to work, The Times Group has launched an initiative P.inc.

Hundreds of book lovers visited The Times Group stall on the inaugural day of the Delhi book fair, taking advantage of all the curated publications of Times Group being available under one roof.

With the Indian economy fast recovering from the clutches of the Covid-pandemic, The Times Group has come up with a ‘Back2Business’ seminar series along with Boost Media International to help businesses across the country to reconnect with their customers fast. The virtual seminar series will be conducted in Chennai from April 21-24, and in Coimbatore from April 27-28.

In a speech that was both a playful departure from the conventions of literary gatherings as well as a gentle interrogation of the conventional definition of literary canons, Samir Jain, Vice Chairman and Managing Director, Times Group, said India’s great spiritual texts, passed down generations, should be read as literature, and the young especially must not limit their reading to standard curricular prescriptions.

Times are challenging and the Back2Business seminar is here to help you reach your customers fast.

Times Power of Print is a unique initiative by The Times Group, the publisher of this newspaper, to invite creative teams across agencies to build an impactful print campaign from a real brief to make it work for a company or brand. The objective of the campaign will be ‘Consciously identify items of e-waste lying around in homes and flush them out’.

Magnesium is set to become crucial for making vehicles lighter. India has a chance to adopt this material early. Global car makers are increasing magnesium use in electric vehicles. India can start with magnesium alloy wheels for cars. Electric motorcycles also offer a strategic advantage. Early adoption will help India shape the future of vehicle manufacturing.

Three publications from The Times Group are completely dominating the English newspaper market in Gujarat, which is clearly one of the fastest developing economies of the country.

With the Indian economy fast recovering from the clutches of the Covidpandemic, The Times Group has come up with a ‘Back2Business’ seminar series along with Boost Media International to help businesses across the country reconnect with their customers fast. The last of this virtual seminar series will start in Bengaluru today.