Government Plans Incentive Scheme to Boost Battery Production for Electric Vehicles The Indian government is taking significant steps to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in the country. One such initiative is the introduction of a new production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for batteries. Union Minister R K Singh recently announced that this scheme aims to bring down costs and increase the production volumes of batteries, thereby making EVs more accessible and affordable for consumers. […]

India’s Strategy to Avoid EU Carbon Levy and Promote Green Energy Transition   India Explores Local Tax Options to Sidestep EU Carbon Tax, Says Trade Minister India is actively considering implementing a local tax on high-carbon goods as a means to bolster its green energy transition and avoid the European Union’s carbon tax on imports. Trade Minister Piyush Goyal revealed this strategy during an industry event, emphasizing the significance of finding alternatives to the EU’s […]

A Guide to Help India’s Industry Overcome the Decarbonisation Challenge   As industrial leaders increasingly focus on decarbonisation, it has become evident that energy efficiency is an aspect that is often overlooked. But the potential gains from using energy more efficiently could be significant, as it could save 11% of the global carbon emissions forecast for 2030. That’s why the Energy Efficiency Movement (EEM) has published “The Case for Industrial Energy Efficiency,” a guide with […]

Startups : Focus on Building a Sustainable Business, Not Just Raising Money Introduction: The Fallacy of Raising Money Startups often find themselves caught up in the allure of raising significant capital, fueled by media stories of entrepreneurs transforming their firms into unicorns overnight. However, the truth is that building a strong product or service that attracts loyal, paying customers is ultimately more important than simply raising funds. The Importance of Customer Funding Rather than relying […]

FSSAI Advises 5-Year Licenses for Food Business Operators Introduction: Licensing Recommendations by FSSAI’s Advisory Committee The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has announced that its Central Advisory Committee (CAC) is recommending longer licenses for food business operators (FBOs). Instead of one-year licenses, FBOs may now be eligible for licenses of up to five years. This decision comes after the 41st CAC meeting held in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, where food safety and compliance […]