Source: TH Subject: Science and Technology Context: India is re-evaluating its battery strategy amid rising concerns over critical mineral dependence, import vulnerability, and supply security linked to lithium-ion batteries. About Sodium-ion battery technology: What it is? Sodium-ion batteries (SiBs) are rechargeable batteries that store and release energy using sodium ions (Na⁺) as charge carriers instead …
General Studies-2; Topic: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. Introduction NITI Aayog, the Government of India’s premier policy think tank, recently released a crucial report titled “Unlocking a $200 Billion Opportunity: Electric Vehicles in India.” It presents a roadmap to accelerate the transition …
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Syllabus: Energy Source: PIB Context: NITI Aayog launched a new report outlining India’s pathway to unlocking a $200 billion EV market opportunity. It highlights key reforms and investment strategies needed to achieve accelerated EV adoption by 2035. About Unlocking a $200 Billion Opportunity: Electric Vehicles in India Report: Key Summary: $200 Billion EV Market Potential: …
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