
Catch India’s top updates from 16-21 March 2026: Tata Motors CV price hike, EV bus investments, AI safety tech, smart farming solutions, tractor loans, and key policy changes shaping mobility and agriculture.

India’s three-wheeler market saw 29% year-over-year growth in February 2026, led by passenger carriers. Goods carriers and electric subsegments also expanded, with exports rising 49% compared to February 2025.
GPS-based tractor tracking systems help Indian farmers reduce fuel costs, prevent theft, and improve efficiency by providing real-time data on equipment location, usage, and maintenance needs, supporting the shift to precision agriculture.

Eicher opens a community centre in Pithampur to support education, healthcare, and women-led livelihood programs, benefiting thousands annually.

Indian tractor manufacturers plan to invest up to ₹6,000 crore in FY27, focusing on exports and technology despite flat sales growth. Mahindra & Mahindra leads sector spending, with stable margins and strong financials supporting expansion.

Vedanta Aluminium deploys 30 women crane pilots at BALCO, boosting women-led operations, inclusivity, and advanced manufacturing in India’s aluminium sector with new training and leadership roles.

TVS Motor Company has launched TVS KING Ka Vaada 3.0, offering expanded benefits for three-wheeler owners, including insurance coverage, extended warranties, and support for both ICE and EV models in passenger and cargo segments.

Compact tractors, ranging from 15 HP to 35 HP, are transforming small-scale farming in India by offering affordable mechanisation. Over 80% of Indian farmers benefit from these efficient, fuel-saving machines tailored for small fields.

The Supreme Court of India has ordered a review of agricultural policies to promote pulse cultivation, citing the lack of a guaranteed MSP and declining production, and called for stakeholder collaboration to support farmers.

Mahindra Tractors, part of the Mahindra Group, is the world's largest tractor manufacturer by volume. Founded in 1945, the company expanded globally and continues to innovate with new agricultural technologies.

IntrCity SmartBus has launched a traveller lounge in Tirupati to support early-arriving pilgrims. The facility offers luggage storage, showers, and changing rooms, addressing demand as religious tourism in India continues to grow.

Mahindra's Furio range of intermediate commercial vehicles features high-torque BS6 diesel engines, multiple load body options, and robust suspension. Pricing starts at Rs 20.00 lakh, with telematics and warranty support for Indian businesses.

Isuzu Motors India has launched a new 6,000 sq ft service centre in Agra and announced a nationwide pre-summer service camp from March 23 to 28, 2026, across over 100 locations to enhance aftersales support.

KKR will invest up to $310 million in PMI Electro and Allfleet to expand electric bus operations and manufacturing in India, marking its first Global Climate Transition strategy investment in the country.

Volvo Construction Equipment will cease Rokbak articulated hauler production by late 2026 due to ongoing losses and rising costs. The closure will impact operating income by SEK 0.7 billion and involves a consultation process.




