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Nepal prepares for 10% ethanol-blended petrol

KATHMANDU: Nepal is preparing to introduce a 10 percent ethanol blend in petrol after the Cabinet approved the ‘Ethanol Blending Order 2082’. The government is expected to publish the order in the Gazette soon and begin implementation. Industry, Commerce and…
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Mahindra UDO electric autorickshaw launched in India

KATHMANDU: Mahindra has introduced the UDO all-electric autorickshaw for the last-mile mobility segment at an introductory price of 3, 58,999 Indian rupees (ex-showroom). The new model is built on a mono-coque chassis, which Mahindra says improves structural strength and durability.…
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India supplies 232 more vehicles to Nepal for election logistics

KATHMANDU: India has provided an additional 232 vehicles to Nepal in preparation for the upcoming elections scheduled for March 5. The vehicles were formally handed over on Thursday during a program held at the Ministry of Home Affairs. Indian Ambassador…
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India to adopt WLTP emission testing norms from April 2027

KATHMANDU: India will adopt a new vehicle emission testing system from April 1, 2027. The government has decided to adopt the Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) cycle for measuring fuel efficiency and emissions. The Ministry of Road Transport…
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Kama electric pickup imports reach 344 units in Nepal

KATHMANDU: Kama electric pickup trucks are steadily gaining traction in Nepal’s commercial EV segment, particularly for urban cargo transportation. The brand’s authorized distributor, Mega Business Group, has imported a total of 344 units of Kama electric pickup trucks so far,…