NavPrakriti to invest over Rs 100 crore in critical minerals refining facility in OdishaNavPrakriti will invest over Rs 100 crore to build a critical minerals refining facility in Odisha. This state-of-the-art plant will proces...
21 Apr, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
Eastern India’s battery recycler, NavPrakriti, partners with NASH Energy to build circular battery economyThis alliance ensures responsible end-of-life management for all NASH Energy batteries, maximizing material recovery and environmental comp...
11 Mar, 2026, 02.14 PM IST
NavPrakriti plants to partner with 150+ battery companies and OEMs over next three yearsNavPrakriti plans to partner with over 150 battery firms and OEMs in three years. This initiative aims to build a network for collecting, r...
16 Dec, 2025, 04.51 PM IST
Google cuts refurbished Pixel 7 prices with Pixel 7a starting at $339Google reduced prices on refurbished Pixel 7 smartphones following the Pixel 10 launch and removal of Pixel 6 models from its refurbished s...
06 Oct, 2025, 01.01 PM IST
Recyclers collected over 2,500 metric tonnes of lithium-ion EV waste batteries since 2022: GovernmentRecyclers in India have collected over 2,570 metric tonnes of lithium-ion waste batteries from EVs in the past three years, according to Un...
03 Apr, 2025, 07.25 PM IST
Second-hand becomes first choice as Indians go bargain hunting for 5G devicesThe rising demand for refurbished smartphones in India, driven by the expansion of 5G networks, has led to a surge in sales, particularly f...
28 Jan, 2025, 08.18 AM IST
Extending battery life with cutting-edge rejuvenation technologyGlobal warming is escalating due to rising greenhouse gases from fossil fuel use. Scientists are advocating for recycling and reuse, especi...
18 Sep, 2024, 05.10 PM IST
From waste to wealth: The economics of battery refurbishingBattery refurbishment emerges as a key solution for environmental challenges, extending lead-acid battery life and reducing premature failu...
27 Mar, 2024, 05.58 PM IST
Behind the scenes of a battery refurbishing business that's turning old batteries into new powerhousesBattery refurbishing is a sustainable and cost-effective solution for the future of energy storage. It reduces the demand for new batteries...
20 Jan, 2024, 05.23 PM IST
Tesla Power India launches refurbished battery brand ReStoreTesla Power India said approximately 10 crore lead acid batteries are scrapped and replaced every year in India, costing Rs.40,000 crore to...
04 Jan, 2024, 05.30 PM IST
Battery recycling startup BatX raises $5 million in funding from Zephyr Peacock, Lets VentureThe startup said the funds will be used for market expansion and to scale up recycling operations across the country.
19 Dec, 2023, 01.15 PM IST
As e-bikes proliferate, so do deadly fires blamed on exploding lithium-ion batteriesConsumer advocates and fire departments, particularly in New York City, are urging the US Consumer Product Safety Commission to establish n...
27 Jul, 2023, 06.13 PM IST
Buying refurbished or old phone? 6 crucial factors to consider before making your purchaseRefurbished phones are pre-owned devices that have been restored to their original condition and sold at a lower price than their brand new...
16 Apr, 2023, 01.20 PM IST
Want to buy a new phone but don't want to spend a bomb? Try these refurbished 4G smartphonesFrom the Lenovo Vibe to the Nokia 6, there are a variety of options available online.
21 Apr, 2018, 04.13 PM IST
Samsung plans refurbished smartphone programme by next yearAs growth in global smartphone market hits a plateau, Samsung wants to maximise its cost efficiency and keep operating margins above 10 per...
22 Aug, 2016, 07.43 PM IST
Looking for second-hand gadgets? This tip could helpWebsites selling refurbished goods are safer bets. The sites offer warranty and carry out thorough checks before putting devices up for sal...
07 Dec, 2015, 08.36 AM IST
Old laptop batteries could power slums in India: StudyMany of the 50 mn laptop batteries discarded every year could provide electricity storage sufficient to light homes in developing countries.
07 Dec, 2014, 09.36 PM IST