CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -World Eve Day which is observed on September 9 every year reiterates the significance of clean mobility across the globe.

Detailed explanation-2: -Every year, on September 9, people celebrate World Electrical Vehicle (EV) Day. The day is designated as World EV Day to honour electric vehicles. One of the main contributors to air pollution is transportation.

Detailed explanation-3: -15,000/KWh from Rs. 10,000/KWh with an increase in cap from 20% to 40% of the cost of vehicle w.e.f. 11th June, 2021.

Detailed explanation-4: -"Thirteen states (Andhra Pradesh, Delhi, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Meghalaya, Gujarat, West Bengal) have approved/notified dedicated EV policies to promote adoption of electric vehicles,” he said.