Indian Metal & Energy Industry News & Updates
Humsafar India’s doorstep diesel delivery service to reach more than 200 cities in current fiscal
Humsafar India is known for its doorstep fuel delivery service provider. The startup is now exercising expansion of its distribution services to more than 200 cities across the country in the current fiscal.
Nitish Kumar inaugurates first greenfield ethanol plant in Bihar
In a major boost to industry-starved Bihar, chief minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated on Saturday a greenfield grain-based ethanol plant built at a cost of Rs 105 crore at Purnea. The project is a part of Bihar’s ambitious foray into ethanol production using sugarcane, maize and rice to meet the country’s fuel needs.
BMC plans policy for charging of electric vehicle batteries in Mumbai
BMC officials said while e-vehicles were getting a good response in Mumbai, there was a need for a separate policy for charging their batteries. The city has more than 8,000 e-vehicles. Sunil Godse, deputy municipal commissioner in charge of environment, said discussions are at a nascent stage.
Bihar will become one of leading ethanol producers: Nitish
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday claimed that the state is witnessing a rapid industrial growth for the last few years and asserted it will soon become one of the leading ethanol producers in the country. Inaugurating a greenfield grain-based ethanol plant in Parora in Purnea district, Kumar said it was a great moment for Bihar as the state's first ethanol plant started operation from Saturday.
Tirex to set up EV charging stations in Kerala
Electric Vehicle (EV) charger equipment maker, Tirex Chargers will set up EV charging stations across Kerala. The company has tied up with the Kerala State Electricity Board Limited (KSEBL) for the purpose.