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Ashok Leyland bags order for 715 vehicles from VRL Logistics
Ashok Leyland on May 25 announced securing an order for 715 vehicles from VRL Logistics, strengthening their long-standing partnership. The order includes AVTR 3120 haulage trucks, BOSS 1615 trucks, and Oyster staff buses. Deliveries have already begun, with 300 vehicles supplied so far, while the remaining 415 units are slated for delivery within the current year, highlighting continued demand for Ashok Leyland’s commercial vehicle portfolio.
India's EV battery demand to grow 10 times to 200 GWh by 2032: IESA
India's electric vehicle battery demand will surge tenfold by 2032. This growth presents significant opportunities in component localization and supply chain development. The market is transforming with advancements in batteries, motors, and manufacturing. Electric two-wheelers lead sales, but passenger cars and light commercial fleets will drive future expansion. New battery chemistries and motor technologies are emerging.
TRAI moots termination charges to tackle spam
India's telecom regulator, TRAI, is taking steps to combat spam calls. New proposals include charging businesses for commercial calls. Telecom companies will also be allowed to use AI for detecting and acting against spammers. Entities using automated calling systems must declare their use. TRAI is also strengthening rules on customer consent for promotional messages and calls.
Tata Motors CV secures orders for over 5,000 buses from state transport undertakings across India
Tata Motors' commercial vehicle unit secured orders for over 5,000 buses and chassis from various State Transport Undertakings across India, including MSRTC, GSRTC, and KSRTC.
AI-based spam data must be shared in hours, Trai to telcos
Telecom regulator Trai has mandated mobile operators to share data from their AI spam detection systems. This information will be shared on a blockchain platform within hours. Operators must now act against spammers proactively, even without user complaints. This move aims to curb unsolicited commercial communication effectively.
Ashok Leyland sales up 24 per cent at 22,157 units in February
Ashok Leyland has announced strong sales figures for February 2026. Total sales saw a significant jump of 24 percent. Domestic sales also climbed by 28 percent. The company experienced robust growth in both medium and heavy commercial vehicles, alongside a healthy increase in light commercial vehicle sales. This performance indicates a positive trend for the commercial vehicle manufacturer.
Bajaj Auto sales jumps 27% in February
Bajaj Auto has announced strong sales figures for February. Total sales saw a significant jump of 27 percent compared to the previous year. Domestic sales also grew by 27 percent. Both two-wheeler and commercial vehicle segments contributed to this impressive growth. Exports also showed a healthy increase, indicating robust performance across markets.