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Why using lithium ion batteries on airplanes is dangerous
June 27, 2026 3:35 pm
About 643 incidents of devices with lithium batteries detected in checked-in bags were reported to UK authorities in 2025.
Hero Electric told to replace batteries, pay Rs 20,000 for faulty scooter
June 18, 2026 12:29 pm
The Kolkata consumer commission held Hero Electric liable for failing to replace a defective battery under warranty, directing battery replacement and awarding Rs 10,000 compensation plus Rs 10,000 litigation costs.
How sodium-ion batteries represent more than just a technological shift for India
February 24, 2026 11:37 am
The demand for lithium-ion batteries, used in phones, consumer appliances, laptops, EVs, and large energy storage systems, has been growing. However, the drawbacks of lithium-ion batteries, including high cost, safety risks, and dependency on critical minerals, have drawn attention to alternative technologies like sodium-ion batteries. How are sodium-ion batteries different from lithium-ion batteries? See infographics for quick key takeaways.
Country’s largest integrated lithium-ion battery gigafactory to come up in Andhra Pradesh
February 19, 2026 3:53 pm
Expected to generate around 3,000 direct jobs, boost India's clean-energy manufacturing and self-reliance, CM Naidu says
Elecom launches Na Plus, the world's first 9,000mAh power bank with sodium-ion battery
March 19, 2025 7:50 pm
Elecom's new Na Plus powerbank is eco friendly and safer than traditional lithium-ion batteries, which pollute the environment and are harder to dispose.
Blaze at South Korea lithium battery plant kills 22 workers
June 24, 2024 10:58 pm
The fire and a series of explosions ripped through the factory run by primary battery manufacturer Aricell in Hwaseong, an industrial cluster southwest of the capital Seoul.
Watch: Electric bike battery catches fire during charging, sparks safety concerns
March 12, 2024 12:50 pm
The video reportedly shows smoke rapidly filling a room, followed by a battery fire. Audio suggests residents attempted to extinguish the flames with water.
Researchers at MU develop profitable method to recycle lithium-ion batteries
August 27, 2023 2:48 pm
According to researchers, this breakthrough not only promises to make the battery industry more profitable but will also increase its demand. A patent for this research has been registered with the government
Express View: Remembering John Goodenough
June 28, 2023 2:24 am
He believed in science for society, never cared for royalties
Bengaluru startup opens India’s first commercial Li-ion cell manufacturing line
April 23, 2023 9:38 am
Log9 Materials also launched its indigenously developed battery management system, and an academic engagement programme to support talent pool creation
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