The top automotive news of the day - Tata Motors has launched a new variant to the Tigor range - XM, which sits right between the XE and the XT. The XM variant comes with more features and is available in both petrol and diesel engines. The GST council has announced an increase in cess on mid-size cars, large cars and SUVs. The cess increase is lower than expected, however, car prices will go up. And finally, Audi is all set to launch the A5 in India and this time around in two body types which makes things even more interesting. The company will launch the car in October and we can't wait to find out more.
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Triumph may increase prices of the Speed T4, Scrambler 400, Thruxton 400 and other 350cc motorcycles in India from June 1, 2026.
Sitharaman defended the Centre's handling of rising fuel prices, saying the government had already taken a major revenue hit to shield consumers.
Petrol, Diesel Price Today: States that need more revenue keep fuel taxes higher as fuel remains one of the most reliable source of tax collection.
Top BJP sources told NDTV that the campaign will run till July 9 and will revolve around what the party calls the "12 Years, 12 Big Achievements" of the Modi government.
Under a 28 per cent GST framework, petrol prices could go down by nearly Rs 25 a litre; Diesel prices could reduce by around Rs 14 per litre.
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