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The battle may have just begun, says Rahul Bajaj on COVID-19 disruption

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The battle may have just begun, says Rahul Bajaj on COVID-19 disruption

"With a partial easing of lockdown, our facilities at Chakan, Waluj and Pantnagar have opened, but are far from working at full pace,” Rahul Bajaj said.

Taking cue from Taj Group, Oberoi Hotels to launch own food delivery app

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Taking cue from Taj Group, Oberoi Hotels to launch own food delivery app

To be launched on July 25 the Qmin mobile app will offer food from eight restaurants including of Taj Golden Dragon and Souk from Taj Mahal Palace among others.

Green shoots appear in heavy truck segment; mining, road construction activity fuel demand

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Green shoots appear in heavy truck segment; mining, road construction activity fuel demand

Trucks used for segments such as e-commerce, petroleum and lubricants industry, agricultural and dairy produce are seeing an uptick

Government finalises draft for hydrogen-powered cars; industry moves one step closer to fuel-cell vehicles

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Government finalises draft for hydrogen-powered cars; industry moves one step closer to fuel-cell vehicles

This is the first time that the government has given a go-ahead for a new type of fuel after battery electric technology

This week in Auto: COVID-19 cases at Bajaj Auto plant; Maharashtra freezes ‘Chinese’ MoUs

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This week in Auto: COVID-19 cases at Bajaj Auto plant; Maharashtra freezes ‘Chinese’ MoUs

Here is a brief look at what else made headlines in the automotive space during the week

After AVTR comes Phoenix, Ashok Leyland’s next launch

BUSINESS

After AVTR comes Phoenix, Ashok Leyland’s next launch

The launch of the Phoenix had been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

Amid India-China tension, auto parts from China, Hong Kong stuck at ports

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Amid India-China tension, auto parts from China, Hong Kong stuck at ports

Lack of clarity and no official order has led to piling up of consignments at various ports

India’s share in Suzuki’s global sales hits 4 year low; Co aims to triple showroom count

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India’s share in Suzuki’s global sales hits 4 year low; Co aims to triple showroom count

India’s share in Suzuki Motor Corporation’s (SMC) worldwide automotive sales ended at 50.35 percent last financial year reporting sales of 1.43 million units. A year ago, it was 52.72 percent.

The Hinduja dispute: Four brothers and a document that is key to their $15.6 billion fortune

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The Hinduja dispute: Four brothers and a document that is key to their $15.6 billion fortune

Till now, the four bothers were seen in sync. Not anymore. And at the centre of their dispute is a 2014 document.

Maharashtra’s plan to hold ‘Chinese’ MoUs hits an Indian company instead

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Maharashtra’s plan to hold ‘Chinese’ MoUs hits an Indian company instead

The MoUs have been put on hold following the violent standoff between India and China at the Galwan valley

Three Jaguar Land Rover employees in UK fall prey to COVID-19

BUSINESS

Three Jaguar Land Rover employees in UK fall prey to COVID-19

The total number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK crossed 3,05,000, including nearly 42,700 deaths even as England prepares to reopen cinemas, pubs and restaurants from the first week of July as part of easing of the lockdown.

Bajaj Chetak bookings likely to reopen in July as battery cell supply from China resumes

BUSINESS

Bajaj Chetak bookings likely to reopen in July as battery cell supply from China resumes

A decision on reopening bookings for the Chetak will be taken by mid of July

This week in Auto: Chinese companies dominate India's bus space; Bajaj sails past Hero in turnover

BUSINESS

This week in Auto: Chinese companies dominate India's bus space; Bajaj sails past Hero in turnover

Here is what made headlines in the automotive space this week

Anxious to make holiday plans? There is insurance to cover your spend

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Anxious to make holiday plans? There is insurance to cover your spend

Sterling Holidays is offering complimentary insurance cover with each holiday package.

Several countries not interested in dealing with China after COVID-19; India should become No. 1 in EVs in 5 years: Nitin Gadkari

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Several countries not interested in dealing with China after COVID-19; India should become No. 1 in EVs in 5 years: Nitin Gadkari

China produces more than 80 percent of all EVs globally and has the largest reserves of lithium in the world

At Rs 30,000 crore, Bajaj Auto sails past Hero MotoCorp to clock highest revenue

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At Rs 30,000 crore, Bajaj Auto sails past Hero MotoCorp to clock highest revenue

Bajaj sailed past Hero MotoCorp, the company with the biggest turnover for more than 10 years

Jaguar Land Rover Union says job losses are ‘painful and devastating’

BUSINESS

Jaguar Land Rover Union says job losses are ‘painful and devastating’

The cutback in jobs comes at a time when retail sales have picked pace in China, one of the largest markets for JLR

Auto sales numbers: Why Tata Motors moved away from age-old industry practice

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Auto sales numbers: Why Tata Motors moved away from age-old industry practice

The change in strategy has raised doubts over corporate governance issue. But company doesn't think so

Tata Motors to relook at projects as part of Rs 6,000 crore saving plan for FY21

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Tata Motors to relook at projects as part of Rs 6,000 crore saving plan for FY21

From spending Rs 5,344 crore last year on products and technologies Tata Motors has slashed capex to Rs 1,500 crore for FY21.

COVID-19 impact | Royal Enfield more open for buyout opportunities now: Eicher Motors MD

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COVID-19 impact | Royal Enfield more open for buyout opportunities now: Eicher Motors MD

Company officials said that opportunities will be considered if it makes 'very strong and strategic sense'

This week in Auto: First green shoots appear in the two-wheeler industry

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This week in Auto: First green shoots appear in the two-wheeler industry

Here are all the important headlines of the week from the auto space

Jeeps running in the US, Europe carry an Indian stamp

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Jeeps running in the US, Europe carry an Indian stamp

The Chennai centre in fact has grown to be one of the largest technology centres outside of North America for FCA

Hero MotoCorp slashes capex to Rs 600 crore, says demand uptick visible

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Hero MotoCorp slashes capex to Rs 600 crore, says demand uptick visible

The manufacturer of Splendor and Maestro clarified that there has been no cutback on investments on new product development and R&D

In pics | Finance schemes, other offers in June by various carmakers in India

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In pics | Finance schemes, other offers in June by various carmakers in India

Check out details of all the promotional finance schemes rolled out by carmakers

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