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Time of India
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
EKA Mobility secures automotive PLI certificate for electric bus platform
EKA Mobility has been awarded the Automotive Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Certificate under the Advanced Automotive Technology (AAT) Vehicles category by the Automotive Research Association of India ( ARAI ). The certification confirms the company's adherence to the eligibility criteria outlined in the Ministry of Heavy Industries' PLI scheme, which aims to promote the development and manufacturing of electric vehicle platforms in India. ARAI, the designated testing and certification agency under the ministry, issued the certificate for EKA's electric bus platform, recognising its efforts toward indigenisation and alignment with national clean mobility goals. Sudhir Mehta , Founder and Chairman, EKA Mobility, said, 'Securing the Automotive PLI Certificate for the EKA bus platform reflects the evolving readiness of India's EV manufacturing ecosystem to deliver globally benchmarked, locally engineered mobility solutions. The certification affirms the significance of a vertically integrated approach where product development, supply chain localisation, and advanced technology converge to create commercially viable electric vehicles. As India accelerates its transition to sustainable transport, such recognitions help catalyse deeper industry-government collaboration and reinforce the potential of indigenous innovation to lead the shift.' Modular platform The certified electric bus platform is built with a modular structure, allowing configuration across multiple bus lengths based on operational needs. It incorporates a monocoque chassis and lightweight construction, aimed at optimising operational efficiency and cost. According to the company, the platform supports local value addition and is aligned with the objectives of the 'Make in India' initiative. It is developed to enable a low total cost of ownership (TCO), supporting broader EV adoption across commercial transport segments. EKA Mobility continues to focus on the localisation of EV technology and aims to contribute to India's transition towards cleaner transport systems through in-house development and supply chain integration.
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First Post
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- First Post
FASHION POLICE! How minimalist designer Rina Singh's EKÁ is a whimsical and poetic ode to Indian craft and design
Rina Singh of the brand EKA rightly puts it, EKÁ's world is whimsical, poetic, and romantic—a canvas for storytelling through garments. In an EXCLUSIVE interview with Firstpost, she talks about sustainable fashion, her newly launched store which is an epitome of craftsmanship and fine architecture and more. read more Minimalist designer Rina Singh brings together artisanal expertise from across India, collaboratively reviving architectural techniques that are slowly vanishing. She wanted to create a timeless space that respects traditional craftsmanship, connects deeply with Indian heritage, and represents EKÁ's quiet elegance. EKÁ, a textile-led contemporary design studio by minimalist designer Rina Singh, at Kala Ghoda, Mumbai is a reflection of fine craftsmanship and sustainable fashion. This significant milestone echoes the brand's unwavering commitment to timeless design, sustainability, and the profound artistry of Indian craftsmanship, marking nearly a decade and a half of EKÁ's journey. A conversation with the founder of the label EKÁ during the recently held Lakmē Fashion Week x FDCI, minimalist designer talks about Indian craft and more. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Celebrating craftsmanship and heritage It's a welcoming, minimalistic expression of her design philosophy, thoughtfully balancing nostalgia and modern aesthetics. Just like her collection, the newly opened Kala Ghoda flagship store captures this very essence, crafted sustainably and respectfully, creating a quiet narrative of Indian excellence The recently opened EKÁ store's interiors showcases a harmonious blend of reclaimed wooden textures against crisp white limewashed walls, juxtaposed with antique pieces thoughtfully curated from Southeast Asia, including Sri Lanka. The dramatic roof, created graphically with hundreds of one-inch wooden pieces, further elevates the experience, illustrating EKÁ's meticulous attention to detail. Talking about fashion Vs style, Rina Singh says, 'I definitely have seen that fashion has become much more inclusive as compared to what it was ten years back. I am seeing fashion which is doing sculptural design, ready to wear and brands that are doing sustainable outfits. Fashion is way approachable and accessible now as compared to what it was years back. There is a space for people like us who are devoted to doing textiles. It's a very diverse field and youngsters are really pushing the boundary.' Designer Rina Singh of the brand EKA rightly puts it, EKÁ's world is whimsical, poetic, and romantic When tradition meets sustainability Her collection has always been about tradition and sustainability. Be it her collection or the way she has done up her store, it is indeed an embodiment of Rina Singh's deep-rooted belief in sustainable practices and circularity in design. Rina explains, 'The idea of having a physical space just like building a home, EKA cannot be just understood by clothes itself. The whole universe has to speak as to where the concept is coming from. EKA even as a fashion label is very textile oriented. We work a lot with Indian textiles and use a lot of textile techniques as well and contemporise them and modernise them, make them more wearable for the global audience. I felt while doing up the store that it should also represent that ideology like who is the designer?' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The materials, textures, and colours selected for the store evoke nostalgia, balanced by modern minimalism and universal appeal. Traditional Indian handcrafted architectural techniques such as lime washed walls, Kadappa stone flooring, handmade terracotta tiles, Bajra glass, and concrete evoke memories of classic Indian homes while presenting a distinctly contemporary aesthetic. The world of EKÁ Believing in Indian design aesthetics If that space is for Indian designs, then also the architecture has to be Indian. Rina adds, 'We did look at a lot of Indian craft led architecture. For example, limestone for the wall, terracotta tiles for the floor, using a lot of old wood and refurbishing it, collecting a lot of Indian antic artworks and using it as display units. We totally believe in the Indian design aesthetics. And I don't think we have pushed it enough to the world and whatever we have we have stereotyped it. so kind of building a universe for that was very important.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Reducing carbon footprints Sustainability sits at the heart of her design. Wood has been consciously reclaimed and repurposed, resonating with EKÁ's philosophy of reusing and reinterpreting materials. The deliberate choice of brass, iron, stone, and clay further highlights EKÁ's sustainable commitment, creating a warm, inviting space. Further talking about sustainable fashion, Rina further explains, 'If you look at the whole ecosystem of Indian design, I think everything was meant to be sustainable, nothing, neither in architecture, nor in food, nor in clothing, fashion. If you look at her traditional cooking too, it's slow cooked and slow made that nothing was meant for instant consumption and instant waste. We weren't creating waste largely as a country ever in our history. So if we only carry forward some of the principles of what is India design, I think it will lead us into sustainable design anyhow.' Say 'NO' to fast fashion When it comes to textile design there is a whole library that Rina explores, for example, block printing or weaving, or Jamdani, these are so dexterous and time consuming, there is no way I'm going to make fast fashion clothes out of it. Her clothes aren't cheap and that is for a reason. 'You just buy things that you don't need, only because it is cheap. But when I think the price tag is right, I'm not saying expensive or whatever.' A piece of textile needs to be passed on as heirlooms to the family from one generation to another. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
Daily Express
22-04-2025
- General
- Daily Express
Department of Environment cracks down on Kulim chicken plant over pollution, demands immediate corrective action
Published on: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 Published on: Tue, Apr 22, 2025 By: Bernama Text Size: Kedah DOE director Sharifah Zakiah Syed Sahab said the action was taken under Section 38 (1)(a) of the Environmental Quality Act (EKA) 1974 following a complaint regarding the odour pollution by the factory. — File pic via Malay Mail ALOR SETAR: A chicken processing factory in Kulim was imposed the Equipment Operation Detention (POK) action by the Department of Environment (DOE) last Sunday for causing odour pollution and discomfort to residents in the surrounding area. Kedah DOE director Sharifah Zakiah Syed Sahab said the action was taken under Section 38 (1)(a) of the Environmental Quality Act (EKA) 1974 following a complaint regarding the odour pollution by the factory. She said acting on the complaint, A DOE team went to the factory location and the results of the investigation found that the foul odour pollution was from a pile of chicken slaughter waste and chicken cages kept there. 'The factory was imposed the POK action for failing to provide an industrial effluent treatment system at its premises,' she said in a statement today. Sharifah Zakiah said that with the POK action, the factory is required to take immediate action to stop the pollution. 'A notice under Sections 31 and 37 of the Environmental Quality Act 1974 has been issued to the factory, requiring immediate repair and maintenance work during the POK enforcement period. The factory will only be permitted to resume operations once the Kedah DOE is satisfied with the corrective actions taken. 'The industry is reminded to always comply fully with the Environmental Quality Act 1974 and regulations under it, and to ensure that no environmental pollution is caused,' she added. She also urged the public to report any activities that may harm the environment by calling the DOE's toll-free line at 1-800-88-2727, emailing [email protected], or lodging a report via the DOE's e-complaint portal at * Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel(s) for the latest news you don't want to miss. * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Malay Mail
22-04-2025
- General
- Malay Mail
DOE cracks down on Kulim chicken plant over pollution, demands immediate corrective action
ALOR SETAR, April 22 — A chicken processing factory in Kulim was imposed the Equipment Operation Detention (POK) action by the Department of Environment (DOE) last Sunday for causing odour pollution and discomfort to residents in the surrounding area. Kedah DOE director Sharifah Zakiah Syed Sahab said the action was taken under Section 38 (1)(a) of the Environmental Quality Act (EKA) 1974 following a complaint regarding the odour pollution by the factory. She said acting on the complaint, A DOE team went to the factory location and the results of the investigation found that the foul odour pollution was from a pile of chicken slaughter waste and chicken cages kept there. 'The factory was imposed the POK action for failing to provide an industrial effluent treatment system at its premises,' she said in a statement today. Sharifah Zakiah said that with the POK action, the factory is required to take immediate action to stop the pollution. 'A notice under Sections 31 and 37 of the Environmental Quality Act 1974 has been issued to the factory, requiring immediate repair and maintenance work during the POK enforcement period. The factory will only be permitted to resume operations once the Kedah DOE is satisfied with the corrective actions taken. 'The industry is reminded to always comply fully with the Environmental Quality Act 1974 and regulations under it, and to ensure that no environmental pollution is caused,' she added. She also urged the public to report any activities that may harm the environment by calling the DOE's toll-free line at 1-800-88-2727, emailing [email protected], or lodging a report via the DOE's e-complaint portal at — Bernama
