Renault Duster Hybrid: ₹21,000 booking, 29 km/l ARAI figure
Renault has opened Duster Strong Hybrid bookings at ₹21,000 with an ARAI-certified 29 km/l figure; the full India reveal is scheduled for 17 Oct 2026.
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HDFC Bank cuts MCLR by up to 15 bps: car-loan impact explained
HDFC Bank cut MCLR by 5–15 bps from 7 Oct 2026. The move may help eligible MCLR-linked borrowers, but newer repo-linked car loans will follow their own reset terms.
Yamaha festive offers: ₹2,499 down payment on select scooters and bikes
India Yamaha Motor has announced limited-period festive offers on select scooters and motorcycles, with insurance benefits and low down payments from ₹2,499. The schemes exclude Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
NHAI to fit emission controls on 25 Dwarka Expressway generators
NHAI will fit emission-control devices on 25 diesel generators serving an 8.7-km Dwarka Expressway package. The work targets NCR air-quality compliance; no toll change is announced.
Jio-bp, Vertelo reportedly sign MoU for EV bus, truck charging
Jio-bp and Vertelo have reportedly signed a non-binding MoU to explore charging access, preferential tariffs and turnkey projects for electric buses and trucks across Indian cities and highways.
Supreme Court orders 4-week link of accident and insurance databases
An order dated 23 Sep 2026 directs authorities to link VAHAN, SARATHI, eDAR and IIB within four weeks, creating a cross-check trail for road-accident and motor-insurance claims.
Toyota Fortuner Leader Edition launched at ₹36.51 lakh: buyer checks
Toyota has launched the 2026 Fortuner Leader Edition from ₹36.51 lakh ex-showroom, with bookings opening 12 Oct 2026. The styling-led update adds new cabin and exterior features for buyers to compare.
GST Council recommends 5% GST option for EV passenger transport and rentals
GST Council recommends an optional 5% GST rate for eligible EV passenger transport and operator-led rentals, with restricted input tax credit; detailed rules and an effective date are still pending.
GST Council proposes faster refunds, fewer transit checks
The 57th GST Council meeting recommended risk-based 90% provisional refunds, wider input-tax credit and fewer transit checks for vehicle supply chains. Vehicle GST rates were unchanged.
TVS Apache RTR 310 gets new base variant without quickshifter
TVS has rejigged the 2026 Apache RTR 310 range, dropping the Top trim and adding a base variant without a quickshifter. Reported prices and colour choices need a dated dealer check.
Delhi Yashobhoomi traffic alert through 10 Oct: driver route checks
Delhi Traffic Police expects heavy traffic around Bharthal and Dhool Siras Chowk near Yashobhoomi through 10 Oct. Drivers and commercial operators should check diversions before travelling.
NHAI reports over 2,150 wildlife structures: driver checks
NHAI says more than 2,150 wildlife mitigation structures are built or proposed on national highways. Here is what the new framework means for route planning and safe driving.
Air India fuel surcharges rise from 9 Oct; up to ₹1,200
Air India and Air India Express will add distance-based fuel surcharges to new bookings from 9 Oct 2026, raising domestic ticket costs by ₹400–₹1,200 one way.
Maharashtra bike taxis get 9 months to shift to all-EV fleets
Maharashtra has reportedly given bike-taxi aggregators six months, plus a possible three-month extension, to move to 100% EV fleets. Here is what riders and drivers should expect.
MINI Cooper Oxford Edition bookings open in India; price pending
MINI India has opened pre-launch bookings for the limited Cooper Oxford Edition, with Union Jack styling and a 204hp petrol engine. Price and delivery timing remain pending.
Himachal HC orders 7.5% interest on delayed NH-72 land compensation
Himachal Pradesh High Court ordered 7.5% annual interest on compensation delayed 367 days for NH-72 land in Sirmaur, with 18% if payment misses two weeks.