Authorities in India are taking steps to encourage more people to use environment-friendly cars.
They've reduced the goods and services tax (GST) on electric vehicles and chargers.
According to India's finance ministry, taxes on electric cars and their chargers are now just 5 per cent instead of 12 per cent and 18 per cent respectively.
India wants electric vehicles to make up 30 per cent of all passenger vehicle sales in the country by 2030.
Volkswagen flags 50,000 job cuts across group
Volkswagen's supervisory board has approved a transformation plan on Thursday that will include cutting another 50,000 jobs in its attempt to counter painful tariffs, overcapacity, and aggressive Chinese rivals.
UAE tightens anti-fraud rules, sets 24-hour deadline to withdraw fake goods
The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has outlined new regulations aimed at strengthening the fight against commercial fraud, protecting consumers and improving market oversight.
Apple facing $2.7 billion UK lawsuit over 'unfair' app tracking rules
Apple is facing a £2 billion ($2.7 billion) London lawsuit brought on behalf of app developers over its app tracking rules, with the iPhone maker accused of abusing its power to unfairly impose greater restrictions on third parties.
Middle East Energy 2026 opens in Dubai
Middle East Energy 2026 has officially opened at Dubai World Trade Centre, marking the 50th edition of the major regional energy event.
Shein shares slide in Hong Kong debut on worries about trade, regulatory risks
Shares in online fast-fashion retailer Shein have fell 8 per cent in their first day of Hong Kong trade on Tuesday, with investors worried about the impact of setbacks that long delayed its listing and have undermined its competitive advantages.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
Apple Inc. shares fell Monday after a closely followed analyst warned that demand for the firm’s new iPhone 16 Pro model has been lower than expected. Is this a sign that the AI software just isn’t ready?
Does working from home kill productivity or can it benefit staff by giving them more flexibility and a better work/life balance?
Dubai’s current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market?
Glory Ehirim Nkiruka is Noon’s first ever female delivery driver. In her first ever interview, she explained why she loves her job, despite the heat!
