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Switching Gears: India's Journey Towards a Greener Tomorrow on World EV Day

World EV Day 2025 in India highlights both the footprints that have been made and the walk that remains. Besides lower carbon footprint, less operational costs, and cleaner cities, EVs still face certain barriers to their adoption.

PM E-DRIVE Scheme | September 09, 2025 | By Abha Rustagi |  2265

Akshay Urja Diwas 2025: India Continues to Step up its Momentum Toward Clean Energy

August 20 is observed as Akshay Urja Diwas across India to promote awareness about the importance of renewable energy.

PM E-DRIVE Scheme | August 20, 2025 | By News Bureau |  4305

Govt Extends PM E-DRIVE Scheme by 2 Years till March 2028 for Electric Buses, Trucks and Ambulances

The Ministry of Heavy Industries has extended the PM E-DRIVE scheme by two years until March 31, 2028, to boost EV adoption, charging infrastructure, and domestic manufacturing, under its INR 10,900 crore outlay.

PM E-DRIVE Scheme | August 08, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  900

MHI Amends PM E-DRIVE Scheme, Tightens Localisation Norms for EV Charging Components

The Ministry of Heavy Industries has amended the Phased Manufacturing Programme (PMP) under the PM E-DRIVE Scheme, tightening localisation norms and setting phased deadlines for domestic production of key EV public charging station components.

PM E-DRIVE Scheme | July 22, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  973

Bengaluru to Receive 4,500 Electric Buses Under PM e-Drive Scheme

Bengaluru is set to receive 4,500 electric buses, the highest allocation among five cities, under the Union government’s INR 10,900 crore PM e-Drive scheme. Delhi will receive 2,800 buses whereas Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Surat will receive 2,000, 1,000 and 600 electric buses, respectively.

PM E-DRIVE Scheme | July 09, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  500

Centre Floats Tender for 10,900 E-Buses Under PM E-Drive Scheme

The government has invited bids for 10,900 electric buses across five major cities under the PM E-Drive scheme, aiming to modernise urban transport and reduce carbon emissions nationwide.

PM E-DRIVE Scheme | July 03, 2025 | By EI News Network |  941

PM e-Drive to Roll Out Over 10,000 Electric Buses Across 5 Major Cities

Over 10,000 electric buses will be deployed across Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Surat under PM e-Drive, marking a major push for clean, efficient, and sustainable urban mobility.

PM E-DRIVE Scheme | May 29, 2025 | By EI News Network |  1073

Government Allocates INR 2,000 Crore for Installation of 72,000 EV Charging Stations Under PM E-Drive

The central government plans to install 72,000 electric vehicle (EV) public charging stations at high-traffic locations across India. INR 2,000 crore will be spent on the project.

PM E-DRIVE Scheme | May 23, 2025 | By News Bureau |  1112

Karnataka Govt Seeks Central Support for Electric Buses Under PM E-Drive Initiative

The Ministry of Heavy Industries has received a proposal from the Karnataka government seeking electric buses under the PM E-Drive scheme. Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel H.D. Kumaraswamy has assured phased allocation and full central support.

PM E-DRIVE Scheme | May 17, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  669

EaseMyTrip Secures MP’s Inter-City Electric Bus Tender

Electric buses shall be operated by EaseMyTrip’s operating arm YoloBus & manufactured by Easy Green Mobility.

PM E-DRIVE Scheme | February 25, 2025 | By Aishwarya |  935

Articles

PM E-Drive Scheme: Accelerating India’s Journey Towards Zero-Emission Mobility

Electric mobility is not merely a term doing rounds. It is not a passing trend that would gradually fade away or lose its sheen and momentum over time. Rather, it is a vision that is actively and collectively being pursued by the government, industry...

PM E-DRIVE Scheme | October 01, 2024 | By News Bureau |  727

Interviews

Mega Factory to Market Leadership: Udaan’s Blueprint for Dominating the E3W Segment

Mitull Batraa, Co-founder and CEO at Udaan E Vehicles

PM E-DRIVE Scheme | April 01, 2025 | By Abha Rustagi |  744

Building A Robust EV Charging Infrastructure: Mufin Green Infra’s Approach

Kamlesh Kaushik, Co-Founder and CEO at Mufin Green Infra

PM E-DRIVE Scheme | January 07, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1205