FET, MRIIRS and Electric One Mobility Private Limited have collaborated to launch the Centre of Excellence for Electric Vehicle Technology.  

Dr. Prashant Bhalla, President, MREI, together with Amit Das, Founder & CEO, Electric One Mobility Pvt. Ltd, inaugurated the Centre of Excellence for Electric Vehicle Technology and signed the Memorandum of Understanding.  

Dr. Sanjay Srivastava, Managing Director MREI & Vice Chancellor, MRIIRS; Dr. IK Bhat, Vice Chancellor, MRU; Dr. Pardeep Kumar, PVC & Dean FET, MRIIRS and Dr. Naresh Grover, PVC & Dean Academics, MRIIRS were also present for the grand launch. 

Incepted with a single-minded objective, the Electric Vehicle Center of Excellence (COE) in association with Electric One Mobility Pvt Limited is aimed to educate, engage and elevate students to be future-ready in a changed EV environment, a release said. 

Looking at the huge potential demand of professionals, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS) has included an honors programme in Mechanical Engineering with a specialisation in Electric Vehicle as a part of their regular programme. The programme includes topics such as lithium and sodium-ion battery components, motors and their controls, battery chargers, methods of charging, motor torque requirement & calculations, battery charging stations, battery swapping stations, and electric power trains. 

The Induction of the programme was done by the launch of the Electric Vehicle Centre of Excellence (CoE) in association with Electric one Mobility Pvt. Limited. 

Dr. Bhalla, said, “In our existence of 25 Years, Manav Rachna has always taken the lead in adopting new technologies, and we are now getting into a new dimension with the launch of the Centre of Excellence. The EV sector has received tremendous response and support from users and governments around the world and with our PM’s vision, EV is going to open new career opportunities in the country. This CoE in association with Electric One Mobility is going to integrate new modules in the existing curriculum. With industry players adopting the EV technology; as academic institutions we are truly focused on delivering the right skills set to our students and with this venture, we definitely hope for greater avenues.” 

Das said, “The core focus on the battery technology driving an EV is a major behavioural change. Inhouse adoption of EV is very important and Manav Rachna is the first University to take this step where Internship Opportunities and Job offers with Electric One and partner companies is our main agenda. Top EV manufacturers in the country are now looking for young, talented and innovative professionals and the Centre of Excellence will prove to be a strong foundation for young professionals who aspire to work in the EV industry. We also wish to empower the faculty to enhance their corporate programme for Ph.D. in the future.” 

The other dignitaries present at the inauguration were Dheeraj Tripathi, Co-Founder & COO, Electric One Mobility Pvt. Limited; Sushma Tripathi, Program Head, SkillNextIndia; Satyendra Pal, Founder & Managing Director, Jeetsons Electric Vehicles Pvt Limited; and Harish Sharma, Co-Founder & Director, Jeetsons Electric Vehicles Pvt Limited. 

Certification and curriculum-based experiential programme at the centre will cater to the much-needed skills amongst students for the ever-growing futuristic industry segment of electric vehicles. It will provide tremendous professional and academic opportunities in the coming years and most importantly, this programme will strengthen India’s EV Vision, the release said. 

In the first Phase Electric Vehicle Center of Excellence (COE) will be offering two programmes - Skill Next Programme (for skill enhancement in the area of EV) and Specialised Programme on EV for B.Tech undergraduates. During the second Phase, short term training programmes will be introduced for Industry Professionals, consultancy services will be provided and research projects supported by government schemes will be taken up. 

Electric One's “Skill Next" is strategically backed by 20 plus Indian OEMs and supported by German Research Institutes and Innovation Centres.  

The Centre of Excellence will be focused on two core areas like Training and Research. Various upcoming programmes at the centre will offer a plethora of options for students like Certifications, Curriculum-Based Credits, Live Projects and Startup Opportunities & Funding along with great career and higher education opportunities, the release added. (MT)

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Two-wheeler industry veteran Roy Kurian has joined Revolt Motors as President. This marks the second innings for Kurian at Revolt Motors; he had previously held a brief stint in January 2023, before joining Montra Electric as its Chief Executive Officer.

Kurian is a seasoned C-suite executive known for his deep expertise in the automotive and mobility sectors, specialising in business turn-arounds and scaling operations, particularly within the electric vehicle (EV) landscape.

He spent over a decade at India Yamaha Motor from 2007 to 2019, growing to the ranks of Senior Vice-President Sales Marketing. He had joined Tork Motors in 2019 spending over a year at the electric motorcycle company before joining Ampere Electric Vehicles as COO and Executive Director Electric Mobility.

In his new role, he will lead RattanIndia Enterprises-led Revolt Motors, which has been focussing on expanding its market share in the electric two-wheeler space.

For CY2025, Revolt MotoCorp has sold around 8,164 electric two-wheelers as compared to 9,955 units in CY2024. At present, Revolt MotoCorp’s product portfolio includes – Revolt RV1, Revolt RV1+, Revolt BlazeX, Revolt RV400BRZ and Revolt RV400 in the electric motorcycle segment.

conventional two-wheeler leadership at a major international brand, followed by a concentrated pivot into high-growth, executive roles across the Indian EV ecosystem, culminating in multiple tenures as CEO and President. He possesses proven skills in executive management (CXO), strategic sales, marketing, and operational leadership.

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Refex Mobility, the clean mobility arm of the Refex Group, has launched its operations in Delhi NCR, committing to fast-track clean corporate transportation in the region. The launch event was attended by the Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Prahlad Joshi, along with other dignitaries.

The company plans to deploy over 400 new four-wheeler clean-fuelled vehicles in Delhi NCR within the next three months, enhancing its presence across India.

Refex Mobility is looking to use its Delhi NCR launch as a springboard to scale into Tier-1 and Tier-2 cities nationwide. The firm currently operates a fleet of over 1,400 all-electric four-wheeler vehicles across Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Mumbai, serving more than 70 leading corporates from sectors including BFSI, IT/ITES, e-commerce and telecom. The company, supported by over 200 employees, has already abated 3.5 million kilograms of tailpipe CO2 emissions since its inception.

Union Minister Prahlad Joshi commended the company's initiative, emphasising the need for solar-powered EV fleets: “Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is advancing rapidly towards clean energy and sustainable mobility. To truly unlock the promise of electric vehicles and smart energy-efficient transportation, we must ensure they are powered by the sun. I urge corporates to lead the way by adopting solar-based charging for their EV fleets, thereby reducing oil imports, cutting emissions, and building greener, healthier cities in line with their ESG commitment.”

Anil Jain, Chairman & Managing Director, Refex Group, said, "Delhi NCR is not just an expansion for us but it is a commitment to scale. Within a couple of quarters, we will create one of the largest corporate clean-mobility fleets in the region. At Refex, we believe in diversification with responsibility, and Green Mobility is one of the most critical pillars of our sustainability journey."

Anirudh Arun, CEO, Refex Mobility, added, “At Refex Mobility, we are reimagining what reliable and responsible mobility means for India. Our promise is built on three pillars - dependable fleets that corporates can count on, exceptional experiences for every rider, and a deep commitment to sustainability and our driver partners. With our entry into Delhi NCR, we are proud to bring this ethos to the capital, as we continue shaping a cleaner and more trusted future for urban mobility.”

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Yuma Energy, one of India's fastest-growing Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) providers, has announced a major partnership with Hindustan Petroleum Corporation (HPCL) to rapidly scale its battery swapping network across the country. HPCL is one of India's largest energy companies, boasting a vast network of over 24,000 retail outlets.

By leveraging HPCL's extensive footprint, Yuma Energy aims to gain a strategic advantage, allowing it to deploy its AI-driven battery swapping stations in high-demand locations – from major metro areas to Tier-2 towns.

This move aims to give riders, delivery fleets and businesses instant and reliable energy access that is as quick as traditional refuelling.

Yuma Energy will use HPCL's retail network to deploy its ‘Yuma Stations’ strategically based on real-time demand. This demand-responsive model ensures that EV users – including e-rickshaw drivers, gig-economy partners, and commuters – are always close to a fully charged battery.

The partnership directly addresses the key challenge of energy network infrastructure that needs to keep pace with India's accelerating EV adoption, particularly in the two- and three-wheeler segments. For HPCL, the alliance allows the company to diversify its business into future-ready energy solutions.

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Kinetic Green Energy and Power Solutions has introduced the E-Luna Prime, an electric two-wheeler designed for India's commuter motorcycle market. The new model builds on the success of the E-Luna, which has sold over 25,000 units since its launch.

The E-Luna Prime, the company shared, is engineered to meet the needs of millions of commuters, offering an affordable and practical solution for both urban and rural environments. It features rugged 16-inch alloy wheels, a digital cluster and a spacious front-loading area. The electric two-wheeler is available in two variants with ranges of 110 km and 140 km, prices starting at INR 82,490 (ex-showroom).

According to Kinetic Green, the E-Luna Prime offers significant savings compared to conventional petrol-based motorcycles. The total cost of ownership is estimated at just INR 2,500 per month, which includes the EMI and running expenses. This is a fraction of the estimated INR 7,500 monthly cost for a traditional ICE two-wheeler, potentially saving consumers up to INR 60,000 annually.

Dr Sulajja Firodia Motwani, Founder & CEO, Kinetic Green, said, "We are delighted to unveil the E-Luna Prime, that embodies our commitment to transforming the future of personal mobility in India. Building on the resounding success of our E-Luna series, which has garnered widespread acclaim from thousands of satisfied customers, the E-Luna Prime represents a significant leap forward in our pursuit of innovation and customer-centricity."

Dr. Motwani added that extensive consumer research revealed an opportunity to create "India's most affordable yet aspirational mobility solution for the fastest growing commuter motorcycle segment." She stated, "The E-Luna Prime, with its industry-leading features along with the winning proposition of INR 2,500 monthly ownership cost, exemplifies our commitment to address the evolving and unmet customer needs by leveraging cutting-edge electric vehicle innovations."

The E-Luna Prime is available in six colours and will be sold through Kinetic Green's network of over 300 dealerships across the country.

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