Top 10 Destinations by BYD's Passenger Vehicle Shipments (Jan.–Apr. 2026): Brazil Leads with 148,310 Units | Gasgoo Automotive Research Institute
From January to April 2026 BYD exported 148,310 passenger vehicles to Brazil, its largest overseas market, combining 78,913 BEVs and 69,397 PHEVs. The next tier comprises European destinations—UK, Belgium, Germany and Spain—each receiving between 11,000 and 26,000 units. In the Middle East and Southeast Asia, the UAE, Israel and the Philippines saw a strong preference for plug‑in hybrids, while Australia and Germany favored battery‑electric models. BYD’s dual‑technology strategy underpins a tiered global footprint across Latin America, Europe and Asia‑Pacific.
Over 2,800 School Buses Fail Safety Checks in Andhra Pradesh
A statewide inspection of school buses in Andhra Pradesh examined 9,440 of the 17,916 vehicles serving 4,011 educational institutions. Of those, 6,616 were cleared while 2,824 (about 30% of inspected) failed safety and fitness standards. The drive, led by Joint...
Imec Pushes Quantum Toward Manufacturable Silicon Systems
At ITF World 2026 imec demonstrated the first silicon‑dot qubit array fabricated with High‑NA EUV lithography, achieving 6 nm gate spacing that rivals advanced logic chips. The tighter pitch promises stronger qubit coupling and a path toward CMOS‑compatible, high‑volume production. imec’s...
Connected Vehicle Ecosystem: SAKURA Internet Joins AECC
SAKURA Internet has joined the Automotive Edge Computing Consortium (AECC) as a Contributor Member, bringing its GPU‑accelerated cloud and advanced data‑center capabilities to the connected‑vehicle arena. The company will participate in AECC’s Green Computing Special Interest Group, focusing on renewable‑energy...
From Paper to Power: How Much of the Philippines' Offshore Wind Pipeline Is Bankable with China in the Mix?
The Philippines now boasts a 68 GW offshore‑wind pipeline spread over roughly 90 service contracts, with 178 MW in pre‑development and a government auction slated to add 3,300 MW of fixed‑bottom capacity by 2030. Chinese firms have signaled $13‑14 billion in renewable pledges, of...
India's Next Telecom Battle Could Be Fought on Highways, with Connected Cars
India’s telecom regulator TRAI released a 263‑page consultation paper proposing a regulatory framework for Vehicle‑to‑Everything (V2X) communications, with Cellular V2X (C‑V2X) as the preferred standard that leverages existing 4G/5G networks. The document marks a shift from traditional telecom battles over...
Crude Oil Futures Tank over 5% as US-Iran Peace Deal Revives Supply Outlook
Crude oil futures on India’s MCX fell more than 5% to about $92 a barrel, their lowest in three months, after the United States and Iran announced a framework peace agreement. The deal, which includes sanctions relief and the reopening...
Tsuyo Manufacturing to Represent India at VivaTech 2026 in Paris
Tsuyo Manufacturing, an electric powertrain supplier to over 50 OEMs, has been chosen as one of 30 Indian startups to represent India at VivaTech 2026 in Paris. The company will showcase its patented motor technologies and integrated systems for three‑wheelers,...
How ONDC Plans To Digitise B2B Procurement For Kirana Stores Through DigiDukaan
India’s kirana stores, which account for roughly 75 % of FMCG sales, still rely on manual ordering and fragmented supply chains. To modernise B2B procurement, the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) and DPIIT launched DigiDukaan, an open‑network platform that connects...
CaratLane Appoints Dhaval Raja as Chief Sales Officer
CaratLane, the Tata‑backed jewellery retailer, announced the appointment of Dhaval Raja as Chief Sales Officer. Raja will oversee sales growth, new store roll‑outs, retail execution and customer‑experience transformation across the brand’s omni‑channel network. He joins from Senco Gold & Diamonds,...
Zee Entertainment Strengthens Linear Reach with 18.6 per Cent Market Share Surge in India
Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. recorded a 48‑week high market share of 18.6% in India’s urban linear TV segment for Week 22 of 2026, accompanied by a 120‑basis‑point rise in viewership versus the prior quarter. The gains were driven by flagship...
News18 India Revamps Primetime with New Anchor Lineup and Refreshed Formats
News18 India has overhauled its primetime schedule, creating an eight‑hour evening block that assigns each hour a distinct editorial focus. The new lineup features recognizable Hindi‑news anchors such as Major Gaurav Arya, Arpita Arya, Prateek Trivedi, Amish Devgan, Kishore Ajwani,...
Asia-Pacific Power Grids Tighten Rules for Data Centres as Demand Strains Networks
Asia‑Pacific regulators are tightening data‑centre power rules as more than 32 GW of new capacity threatens grid stability. Authorities across eight markets now require operators to install battery storage, manage curtailment, and procure clean energy to secure connections. Australia, Japan, Singapore,...
Ports Can’t Afford Downtime, so Safety Upgrades Must Be Engineered for Live Operations
Ports are under pressure to modernize safety‑critical fire‑suppression systems while maintaining continuous operations, especially after the ISGOTT Sixth Edition tightened berth‑side requirements. At a UK crude‑oil terminal, Adi Projects is upgrading a four‑berth system using modular, bolt‑together components and extensive...
RVNL, Railtel Corp, Titagarh Rail, Other Railway Stocks Rally up to 4% on Rs 16 Lakh Crore Bullet Train Plan
India's Railway Ministry unveiled a $193 billion bullet‑train programme covering seven high‑speed corridors, sparking a rally in railway‑related equities. Shares of RVNL, Railtel Corp, Titagarh Rail and others jumped up to 4% on the news, with RVNL reaching Rs 243.40. The plan...