Nitin Kumar

Haryāna, New Delhi

Special Correspondent at Financial Express

Write on #EV #HeavyIndustries #Mining & #Politics Business Standard @bsindia | IIMC Alumnus @iimc_india | Executive Member @IIMCAA

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Terminal 1 at Delhi Airport is now fully operational: DIAL

1 week ago | financialexpress.com | Nitin Kumar

To streamline operations and enhance the passenger experience, Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), which manages Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), is relying on 100 check-in counters — including 36 Self Baggage Drop (SBD) kiosks, 108 Common Use Self-Service (CUSS) kiosks for check-in and self-service, and 20 Automated Tray Retrieval Systems (ATRS) — to improve efficiency at security checkpoints.
Asia-Pacific, Middle East Airports to receive $240 bn infrastructure boost: ACI - Airlines/Aviation News

1 week ago | financialexpress.com | Nitin Kumar

Airports in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East regions are set to receive a massive infrastructure boost, with a total investment of US$240 billion, the Airports Council International Asia-Pacific & Middle East (ACI APAC & MID) announced on Wednesday. Of this, $136 billion will be allocated to Brownfield Development—the modernisation and expansion of existing airports—while $104 billion will go towards Greenfield Development, or the construction of new airports.
Brand loyalty on the wane among car buyers

1 week ago | financialexpress.com | Nitin Kumar

Automobile manufacturers may face tough times ahead as brand loyalty continues to erode among consumers. According to Deloitte’s 2025 Global Automotive Consumer Study, a striking 72% of car buyers are open to switching brands, reflecting a change in consumer behaviour driven by evolving expectations, technological advancements, and environmental concerns.
Trade negotiations hit brakes on entry of EVs into India

1 week ago | financialexpress.com | Nitin Kumar

Global electric vehicle (EV) giants, including Tesla, Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Renault, have hit the brakes on plans to engage with the government’s new EV policy, opting instead to wait for more favourable terms through bilateral trade agreement (BTA) or free trade agreements (FTAs) currently under negotiation.
Indian airport sector to see 18-20% revenue growth in FY26: ICRA

2 weeks ago | financialexpress.com | Nitin Kumar

Indian airport operators are expected to witness 18-20% topline year-on-year (y-o-y) growth this fiscal, driven by a sustained improvement in passenger traffic, tariff hikes, and the ramp-up in non-aeronautical revenues, ratings agency ICRA said on Thursday. The FY25 saw an 11% expansion in international traffic and a 9% rise in domestic traffic. The growth will also be fueled by new investments.
Tata Motors hit by slump in fleet orders

2 weeks ago | financialexpress.com | Nitin Kumar

Tata Motors, the country’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, is witnessing a dramatic reversal in its fortunes as momentum in fleet electrification slows significantly across India. After recording robust fleet orders of 23,000 vehicles in 2022 and 26,000 in 2023, the company’s EV order book has plummeted to just 2,000 vehicles in 2024—a staggering 92% decline from its 2023 peak. Fleet operators, once enthusiastic about transitioning to EVs, are now pulling back.
Ban on petrol, diesel or CNG-run 2-wheelers in Delhi soon

2 weeks ago | financialexpress.com | Nitin Kumar

If you are a Delhi resident still holding on to your petrol-powered two-wheeler, the clock is ticking. Starting August 15, 2026, fossil fuel-powered two-wheelers, including those running on petrol, diesel, as well as CNG, will no longer be allowed on Delhi roads, according to a draft electric vehicle (EV) policy 2.0 of the Delhi government. The policy, which comes into effect from April 15, marks an aggressive shift in the Capital’s push towards electric mobility to tackle chronic air pollution.
CNG car sales surpass diesel for the first time in FY25

2 weeks ago | financialexpress.com | Nitin Kumar

In what can be seen as a major shift in consumer preference, compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles have outsold diesel cars for the first time in FY25. Driven by a combination of expanding manufacturer offerings, rising fuel prices, and significantly lower running costs, CNG has emerged as the preferred alternative for cost-conscious consumers. According to Vahan data, a total of 787,724 CNG passenger vehicles were sold in FY25, overtaking diesel car sales at 736,508 units.
Electric trucks may get up to Rs 19 lakh subsidy

2 weeks ago | financialexpress.com | Nitin Kumar

After steering the electrification of passenger cars, two- and three-wheelers, and public transport buses, the government is now turning its attention to the trucking segment. Under the PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-Drive) scheme, launched in October 2024, it is preparing to roll out a targeted subsidy programme for electric trucks (e-trucks), with incentives of up to Rs 19 lakh per vehicle.
MG and Tata Motors get ready for top spot EV race in FY26

3 weeks ago | financialexpress.com | Nitin Kumar

The electric passenger vehicle market is set for an interesting race in FY26 as JSW MG Motor India closes in on Tata Motors, challenging its long-held dominance. MG’s market share surged to 28% in FY25, more than doubling from 13% in the previous year, putting it in direct competition with Tata, whose share fell to 53% from 71%. This shift in market dynamics stems from MG Motor’s aggressive expansion, spearheaded by the Windsor EV, launched in September 2024.