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Hindustan Times
13 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Bajaj Freedom 125 becomes affordable by ₹5,000
₹5,000 data-item-target-url=/auto/two-wheelers/ data-item-story-segment=Mass Vehicles> Bajaj Freedom 125 is the first CNG-powered motorcycle in the world. Check Offers Bajaj Auto has announced a discount of ₹ 5,000 on its Freedom 125. This information was announced on the brand's social media. It is important to note that this price drop is applicable only to the NG04 drum variant, which is the base variant of the motorcycle. It is important to note that Bajaj has not announced that this is a permanent price drop, so the discount offer will go away after some time. The Freedom 125 CNG motorcycle is equipped with a 125 cc conventional petrol engine that is coupled with a CNG tank located beneath the seat. The 2 kg CNG tank, in conjunction with a 2-litre petrol tank, results in a slightly increased weight compared to other 125 cc models. This engine is capable of producing 9.4 bhp and 9.7 Nm of maximum torque. Also Read : Upcoming bikes in India According to Bajaj, the Freedom 125 significantly reduces operating expenses by as much as 50 per cent when compared to traditional 125 cc petrol motorcycles. The manufacturer asserts that the mileage of the CNG motorcycle is 102 km/kg when operating on CNG and 64 kmpl when using petrol. Bajaj also claims that the Freedom 125 can travel up to 200 km solely on CNG, while the petrol tank contributes an additional 130 km, resulting in a combined range of 330 km. Watch: Bajaj Freedom 125 CNG bike review: Can it trigger a revolution in two-wheelers? The Bajaj Freedom 125 showcases remarkable innovation in its design. This 125 cc CNG motorcycle features a horizontally positioned engine, complemented by a trellis frame that safeguards the CNG tank located beneath the seat. Its bi-fuel capability allows the bike to operate on both fuel types, equipped with a 2 kg CNG tank and a 2-litre petrol tank for reserve use. Weighing in at 147.8 kg (kerb), the bike is marginally heavier compared to other 125 cc models. Also Read : Here are five bikes that offer the best mileage, from Bajaj Freedom to Hero Splendor Plus In terms of features, the Bajaj Freedom 125 is equipped with an LED headlamp, telescopic front forks, and a monolink suspension system at the rear. Additionally, the top variant includes a digital instrument console with Bluetooth connectivity. The seat height measures 825 mm, which is elevated because of the CNG cylinder located directly beneath the seat. Although the quilted stitching is designed to enhance comfort, the model does not provide adequate under-thigh support. Check out Upcoming Bikes In India. First Published Date: 20 Jun 2025, 09:41 AM IST
Time of India
a day ago
- Time of India
Four arrested for abduction & assault
Indore: Four habitual offenders, involved in a violent abduction and assault incident in Dewas Naka area on Sunday, were arrested. According to the complaint filed by Ummed Singh, 60, a resident of Shraddha Shri Colony, the incident occurred on June 15 while he was at his shop in Dewas Naka. At around 3:30 pm, Rajendra Jat, a former transporter and his associates arrived in two CNG auto-rickshaws and assaulted him with sticks before forcibly abducting him. They continued to thrash him in the moving vehicle and took him to a secluded area near Star Chauraha, where the assault continued. Singh reported that Jat demanded Rs 15 lakh from him and threatened to kill him if he failed to pay. After the assault, the accused fled, leaving Singh unconscious. Later two passers-by found him and took him to the police. Following his report on Wednesday, a case was registered at Lasudia police station under various sections of the BNS. ACP Aditya Patle formed a special team led by Lasudia TI Taresh Soni. The team collected CCTV evidence, tracked the auto-rickshaws and with the help of informers, arrested four accused — Praveen Jat (25), Ajay alias Bakra Irva (28), Sonu alias Kaddu Bhagaura (38), and Awadhesh alias Golu Verma (25), all residents of Khajrana. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Bookings open at 7 Mahalaxmi starting 6.76 Cr* (All Inc.) 7 Mahalaxmi, Runwal Group Book Now Undo The accused confessed to conspiring with Jat to abduct the trader due to financial strain. Both autorickshaws used in the crime were seized. Police are searching for the remaining accused. All arrested individuals have a criminal history, including cases of assault, violations under arms act and offences under the NDPS and Excise Acts, across multiple police stations in Indore.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Tata Altroz facelift: Variant-wise features, with price and powertrain options explained
Tata Motors recently launched the new and updated 2025 Tata Altroz facelift hatchback in the Indian market. The price for the new hatch starts from Rs 6.89 lakh (ex-showroom). Buyers can choose from four trims and three engine options - petrol, diesel, or CNG. This marks the first major overhaul since the model's debut in January 2020. The updated Altroz features a redesigned exterior, a reworked cabin, and an expanded list of features. It will continue to rival segment players such as the Hyundai i20, Maruti Suzuki Baleno, and Toyota Glanza. Bookings are deliveries are already underway. Mechanically, the Altroz facelift remains unchanged and will offer the same set of engines as before. These include an 88hp, 1.2-litre petrol motor mated to either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic; a 74 hp CNG option paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox; and a 90 hp, 1.5-litre turbocharged diesel engine, also available with a 5-speed manual. Notably, the Altroz continues to be the only diesel-powered hatchback currently on sale in India. The updated model will be available in five variants: Smart, Pure, Creative, Accomplished S, and Accomplished+ S. Here's a closer look at what each variant offers. 2025 Tata Altroz review: Tata's Best Hatchback Yet? by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Memperdagangkan CFD Emas dengan salah satu spread terendah? IC Markets Mendaftar Undo Tata Altroz Smart Price: Rs 6.89 lakh- 7.89 lakh Offered in Petrol-MT and CNG only This base variant comes equipped with essentials like halogen projector headlights, LED tail lamps, body-integrated door handles, doors that open up to 90 degrees, a steering wheel with an illuminated logo, a 3D-effect front grille, six airbags, and an electronic stability program (ESP) for improved safety. Tata Altroz Pure Price: Rs 7.69 lakh- 8.99 lakh Offered in Petrol-MT, Petrol-AMT, CNG and Diesel-MT Building on the Smart trim, the Pure variant includes LED headlamps, a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, power-folding outside mirrors, driver's seat height adjustment, cruise control, rear parking camera, and automatic air conditioning. Buyers can also opt for a single-pane sunroof as a paid upgrade. Altroz Creative Priced from Rs 8.69 lakh- 9.79 lakh Offered in Petrol-MT, Petrol-AMT, CNG This mid-range trim incorporates all the features of the previous two variants and adds more premium touches like a 360-degree camera setup, LED daytime running lamps, 16-inch alloy wheels, ambient cabin lighting, rear AC vents, push-button start/stop, and a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support. A single-pane sunroof is available as an optional extra. Altroz Accomplished S Priced from Rs 9.99 lakh- 11.29 lakh Offered in Petrol-MT, Petrol-DCT, Diesel-MT, CNG Positioned above the Creative variant, the Accomplished S adds 16-inch machine-cut alloys, LED fog lights, a connecting LED light bar at the rear, dual-tone paint options, a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, a sunroof with voice commands, and a fast-charging wireless mobile charger. Altroz Accomplished+ S Priced from Rs 11.49 lakh Available only with Petrol-DCT The top-tier trim, Accomplished+ S, offers a fully digital 10.25-inch driver's display that integrates in-car navigation, an air purification system, Tata's IRA connected car suite, AudioWorX audio customisation features, a blind spot warning system, and an emergency SOS calling function. Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India .
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Shortages hit Nigeria's drive towards natural gas-fuelled cars
Motorists in Nigerian cities are spending hours, or even days, queuing for natural gas to power their cars after the government promoted its use as an alternative fuel. Some are so frustrated they say they regret the decision to convert their vehicle engines to use compressed natural gas (CNG) instead of petrol or diesel. Murtala Ishola, who is in his early 60s, said he was used to queuing for hours to fill up his gas tank but recently it had become a days-long wait. "I have been here for the 5th day," he told AFP outside a filling station in the capital Abuja. Nigeria is promoting CNG as a solution to alleviate perennial fuel shortages and the five-fold price hike that followed the abolition of petroleum fuel subsidies by President Bola Tinubu in May 2023. The oil-rich country has long been one of Africa's top exporters of crude but struggles to provide refined fuel to domestic users. Four months after scrapping the fuel subsidies, Tinubu established the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) to drive CNG adoption and ease Nigeria into a cleaner energy era. Experts say mass adoption of CNG will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve air quality and cut maintenance costs. By the end of last year, approximately 100,000 cars had been converted, with more than $200 million already invested in the scheme, according to the government. With about 12 million vehicles on Nigerian roads, the government aims to convert one million commercial vehicles by 2026. But many of those whose cars now use the gas in Abuja say that the long wait in queues erodes the gains of the conversion. - 'Plan loses credibility'- - A fuel attendant told AFP on condition of anonymity that the CNG shortage was primarily due to logistics problems -- inadequate delivery trucks and bad roads from the source. Gas used in Abuja comes by road from the south-central state of Kogi, around 235 kilometres (146 miles) from the capital. The gas, mostly made of methane, is extracted from underground in a process similar to crude oil production and then compressed for storage and transportation. People also complain that fuelling stations are too few and far between. PCNGI officials did not respond to AFP requests for comment. However, the state-run Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) promised in February to improve supplies. Nigeria's CNG market operates under a state-backed hybrid model. The NNPC controls upstream gas supply, while licensed private firms handle distribution under the oversight of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, another state oil firm. The gas is eventually retailed out to motorists through independent stations operated by marketers. However, with limited CNG stations in the capital, Ishola said he may be forced "to revert to petrol", which is nearly four times more expensive than gas. "I have been here with others since Monday morning," a visibly angry Ibrahim Halilu told AFP on a Friday. A commuter vehicle driver Akande George said the trouble he endures to refuel his car is forcing him to rethink his options. "I may leave this commercial driving life for... farming," he said. "I am getting older and can't keep pushing these daily struggles." Experts warn that shortages risk stalling or derailing the national plan to transition from petrol in Africa's leading crude producer. "One of the key success factors in any fuel-switching programme is consumer confidence in fuel availability," said Ayodele Oni, a legal expert in energy and commercial law. "If people cannot consistently access CNG, the plan loses credibility, both among the public and potential private sector investors. "The shortages could weaken momentum, create implementation delays and reduce the expected economic and environmental benefits of the programme," he added. su/tba/sn/kjm
Hans India
2 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
New Mangalore Port presented with Greentech Global Environment Award
Mangaluru: The New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA) has secured the Greentech Global Environment Award 2025 under the Environment Protection category, marking the eighth time it has received this distinction. The award was presented at the 24th edition of the Greentech Environment and Sustainability Summit held in New Delhi on June 12 and 13, recognising institutions that demonstrate leadership in environmental protection and sustainability. The recognition highlights NMPA's sustained efforts in promoting green infrastructure and environment-friendly operations. NMPA Chairman Dr. A.V. Ramana lauded the Civil Engineering Department and the port workforce for their commitment to green goals. 'This award is a testimony to our comprehensive and sustained efforts towards a cleaner, greener future,' he said. NMPA has adopted a series of eco-conscious measures over recent years. Its entire operations are now powered by a 5.3 MW photovoltaic solar plant. Rainwater harvesting has been implemented through three reservoirs, benefiting over 500 village wells and ensuring water self-sufficiency. A green cover expansion saw 7,700 saplings planted in FY 2024–25. A 1.2 million-litre-per-day sewage treatment plant enables reuse of treated water, supporting zero liquid discharge goals. The port has replaced nearly all conventional lighting with energy-efficient LEDs and introduced electric buses, cars, and CNG vehicles to reduce its carbon emissions. With 55 percent of its cargo handling now mechanised, NMPA has reduced energy use and operational emissions. Shore power connectivity has been introduced for berthed vessels, and automated sprinklers are used to manage dust pollution. Other initiatives include a vermi-compost unit, a moisture cannon vehicle for dust suppression, a slop reception facility for safe management of ship waste oils, and the use of mechanised road sweepers. The award reflects NMPA's alignment with the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways' vision of transforming Indian ports into hubs of green innovation. As one of India's leading ports on the west coast, NMPA's achievements set a benchmark for environmental stewardship in the maritime sector.
