News for 'Tyre'

Increase import duty on tyres to 20%

Increase import duty on tyres to 20%

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

Industry seeks cut in customs duty on natural rubber.

Maha council admits privilege notice against Kamra; comedian slams media

Maha council admits privilege notice against Kamra; comedian slams media

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Comedian Kunal Kamra continues to face backlash for his jokes targeting Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde. The Legislative Council admitted a breach of privilege notice against him, while a state minister demanded his arrest. The controversy stems from Kamra's stand-up performance where he made satirical remarks about Shinde, leading to protests and vandalism by Shiv Sena supporters. The comedian has been summoned by the police and faces legal trouble, with even Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw justifying the action, emphasizing the need to uphold legal safeguards. Amid the controversy, Kamra lashed out at the mainstream media, calling it a "miscommunication arm" of the ruling party.

India gets ready to face possible fallout of US tariffs

India gets ready to face possible fallout of US tariffs

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

The commerce ministry is working on different scenarios to assess the possible fallout of reciprocal tariffs to be imposed by the US administration on April 2 on its key trading partners including India, sources said. US President Donald Trump has said that April 2 will be 'Liberation Day' as he plans to announce tariffs or import duties to bring down America's trade deficit, and promote the country's manufacturing.

F1: Leclerc delivers home win for Ferrari at Monza

F1: Leclerc delivers home win for Ferrari at Monza

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

Leclerc was 11 seconds clear with seven laps to go and 8.3 ahead with five remaining as the massed ranks of 'tifosi' willed him on.

PIX: Norris holds off Verstappen to win wild Australian Grand Prix

PIX: Norris holds off Verstappen to win wild Australian Grand Prix

Rediff.com16 Mar 2025

McLaren's Lando Norris swept to victory in a wet and wild Australian Grand Prix on Sunday, holding off defending champion Max Verstappen in a white-knuckle finish to a Formula One season-opener littered with crashes and safety cars.

How to maintain your bike tyre pressure

How to maintain your bike tyre pressure

Rediff.com14 Sep 2013

Knowing how to maintain your tyres is a necessity no matter where and how you are riding.

Transporters to boycott Apollo Tyres

Transporters to boycott Apollo Tyres

Rediff.com25 May 2011

Threaten similar action on competitors if tyre prices aren't cut.

F1 PIX: Hamilton wins British GP with punctured tyre

F1 PIX: Hamilton wins British GP with punctured tyre

Rediff.com2 Aug 2020

IMAGES from the Silverstone F1 GP on Sunday

Abu Dhabi GP: McLaren on course for title after front row sweep

Abu Dhabi GP: McLaren on course for title after front row sweep

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

Lando Norris led a McLaren front row sweep in qualifying for the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on Saturday

Iron Dome Intercepts Hezbollah Rockets

Iron Dome Intercepts Hezbollah Rockets

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

270 people were killed in Israeli strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, September 23, 2024.

5 signs it's time to change your motorcycle tyres

5 signs it's time to change your motorcycle tyres

Rediff.com3 May 2016

When exactly should one decide to replace the tyre?

Apollo Tyres races ahead

Apollo Tyres races ahead

Rediff.com12 May 2003

Apollo Tyres raced ahead again on Monday after showing a 146% jump in net profit Friday.

Top Biz Families Fuel 20% Of CSR Spends

Top Biz Families Fuel 20% Of CSR Spends

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Tatas, Ambanis, Adanis, Birlas contributed an average of Rs 800 crore to Rs 1,000 crore per family group.

F1: Piastri's epic win in Baku propels McLaren to top spot

F1: Piastri's epic win in Baku propels McLaren to top spot

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

Oscar Piastri won the Azerbaijan Grand Prix and sent McLaren top of the constructors' standings in a race that finished with a virtual safety car after a penultimate lap collision between Ferrari's Carlos Sainz and Red Bull's Sergio Perez.

Four signs that scream: Change your motorcycle tyres

Four signs that scream: Change your motorcycle tyres

Rediff.com4 Oct 2014

It's important for any rider -- beginner or seasoned to keep in mind the importance of having healthy tyres. After all it's your tyres that give you experience on the road and any tell-tale signs of wear and tear shouldn't be ignored.

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Factors that will guide the markets this week

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

RBI's interest rate decision, quarterly earnings and global cues would be the major driving factors for equity markets this week, analysts said adding that the impact of the Union Budget could linger on this week. Trading activity of foreign investors will also be a key driver for the markets, experts noted. "US and India's manufacturing PMI for January to be released on Monday, will be the key macro data to watch out for.

Vettel defends Ferrari's tyre gamble in Japan qualifying

Vettel defends Ferrari's tyre gamble in Japan qualifying

Rediff.com6 Oct 2018

Ferrari, expecting rain, sent Vettel and team mate Kimi Raikkonen out on the intermediate tyres at the start of the final shootout phase of qualifying.

Tyre failure wrecks Hamilton's home hopes

Tyre failure wrecks Hamilton's home hopes

Rediff.com30 Jun 2013

Sudden tyre failure wrecked Lewis Hamilton's hopes of a home British Grand Prix victory on Sunday after the Mercedes driver had led from pole position.

Next gen from Apollo Tyres family floats trucking start-up

Next gen from Apollo Tyres family floats trucking start-up

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

The solution works on the pricing and scheduling algorithms that define key parameters necessary for most efficiently matching the supply and demand of freight and trucks.

World's most expensive car tyres sold for Rs 4 crore!

World's most expensive car tyres sold for Rs 4 crore!

Rediff.com15 Jun 2016

The first and only set of tyres of this kind, the gold-plated tyres were developed by Z Tyres in Dubai.

Five tyre firms operated as cartel, finds CCI probe

Five tyre firms operated as cartel, finds CCI probe

Rediff.com5 Mar 2016

Between 2011 and 2014, they indirectly determined the price of tyres in the market, says report

Pirelli renews Formula One tyre supply contract

Pirelli renews Formula One tyre supply contract

Rediff.com16 Jan 2014

Pirelli, whose tyres caused controversy last year when they had to be redesigned after a spate of blowouts, also announced changes to the sporting regulations that will allow them more testing time.

Tyres: Correct the anomaly on customs duty

Tyres: Correct the anomaly on customs duty

Rediff.com24 Feb 2011

The Indian tyre industry is net exporter and is currently improving on the radialization particularly in the truck and bus tyre segment.

Michelin enter bidding for F1 tyre contract

Michelin enter bidding for F1 tyre contract

Rediff.com17 Jun 2015

Michelin have made a bid to supply tyres to Formula One from 2017, providing the sport agrees to them being bigger and longer-lasting.

'If Shah Rukh Khan Can Do It, I Can Too'

'If Shah Rukh Khan Can Do It, I Can Too'

Rediff.com21 Mar 2025

'My family are the mainstream audience and think I am wasting my time. Until I make a Rs 100 crore film, they won't be convinced.'

Sarpanch murder: Munde's aide booked under MCOCA, supporters create ruckus

Sarpanch murder: Munde's aide booked under MCOCA, supporters create ruckus

Rediff.com14 Jan 2025

Walmik Karad, an aide to Maharashtra Nationalist Congress Party minister Dhananjay Munde, was on Tuesday charged under the stringent Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) and remanded to 14 days of judicial custody in an extortion case allegedly linked to the murder of sarpanch Santosh Deshmukh.

'I'm Dying So That Others Are Saved'

'I'm Dying So That Others Are Saved'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

'I am committing suicide because I was subject to torture and humiliation in the police station.'

Is Your Car Insured For This Monsoon?

Is Your Car Insured For This Monsoon?

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

It is essential to have a comprehensive motor policy, and not just a third-party cover, as the latter does not protect your own vehicle.

Continental takes over Modi Tyre company

Continental takes over Modi Tyre company

Rediff.com19 Jul 2011

The world's fourth largest tyre manufacturer Continental has taken over full control of India's Modi Tyres Company in an all-share deal valued at 18.6 million euros.

IPS officer on way to first posting dies in accident

IPS officer on way to first posting dies in accident

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

A 26-year-old IPS officer on his way to take up his first posting died in a road accident in Hassan district of Karnataka, the police said on Monday.

3 students among 14 killed in road accidents in Karnataka

3 students among 14 killed in road accidents in Karnataka

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Fourteen people were killed and 24 sustained injuries in two separate road accidents in Karnataka's Uttara Kannada and Raichur districts on Wednesday. The first accident occurred when a truck carrying 29 fruit sellers fell into a 50-meter-deep valley in Yellapura. The second accident occurred near Araginamara Camp in Sindhanur, where a vehicle carrying students of Mantralaya Sanskrit Pathashala overturned due to a tyre burst. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah expressed condolences and announced compensation for the families of the deceased.

Varun Aaron bids emotional farewell to cricket

Varun Aaron bids emotional farewell to cricket

Rediff.com10 Jan 2025

Despite a stellar start to his career, Varun Aaron's journey was marred by inconsistent form and frequent injuries, with his last appearance for India dating back to 2015.

Force India's Hulkenberg gets grid penalty for tyre error

Force India's Hulkenberg gets grid penalty for tyre error

Rediff.com31 Jul 2016

Force India's Nico Hulkenberg was handed a one-place grid penalty for the German Grand Prix following a breach of tyre rules in Saturday's qualifying session.

Tyres: Cut Customs duty on raw materials

Tyres: Cut Customs duty on raw materials

Rediff.com8 Feb 2010

Remove anomaly of higher customs duty on inputs by cutting the customs duty on natural rubber, other inputs and on tyre manufacturing machinery and / or hike in customs duty on tyres.

A peek into Auto Expo 2025

A peek into Auto Expo 2025

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

More than 40 new product launches are expected at the upcoming Auto Expo which will be held under the umbrella of Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 from January 17-22, a government official said on Tuesday. With visas continuing to be an issue, large scale participation of Chinese companies are unlikely although some of them are participating at the expo, Joint Secretary at Ministry of Commerce and Industry Vimal Anand said at the sidelines of curtain raiser of 'Bharat Battery Show' which will also be a part of the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025.

Hyundai drives car tyre imports in June quarter

Hyundai drives car tyre imports in June quarter

Rediff.com10 Aug 2012

The import of car tyres surged in April-June as compared to the same period last year, but those of truck and bus tyres fell.

Violence in Parbhani after Constitution replica damaged

Violence in Parbhani after Constitution replica damaged

Rediff.com12 Dec 2024

Violent protests erupted in Parbhani, Maharashtra, India, for the second day over the vandalising of a replica of the Indian Constitution. Prohibitory orders were imposed in the city, banning gatherings of five or more people in public places. A mob indulged in arson and vandalised the district collector's office. Police arrested a man in connection with the incident, but protests continued. Protesters demanded a thorough investigation and blamed the government's lax approach.

Tyre industry asks govt to rework inverted duty structure

Tyre industry asks govt to rework inverted duty structure

Rediff.com7 Jul 2014

The tyre industry has urged the Central Government for recast of India's Free Trade Agreements

Apollo Tyres eyes buyouts in Europe

Apollo Tyres eyes buyouts in Europe

Rediff.com15 Jun 2006

Tracks blocked, tyres burnt: Life affected during Bengal bandh

Tracks blocked, tyres burnt: Life affected during Bengal bandh

Rediff.com12 Feb 2021

Normal life in West Bengal was partially affected on Friday due to the 12-hour state-wide bandh called by the Left Front in protest against police action on its activists during their march towards state secretariat Nabanna.