Today in News History

On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1576, Mughal Empire annexes Bengal after defeating the Bengal Sultanate at the Battle of Rajmahal. In 1691, Marquis de St Ruth, French general passed away. In 1920, The Soviet-Lithuanian Peace Treaty is signed, by which Soviet Russia recognizes the independence of Lithuania. In 1943, World War II: Battle of Kursk: German and Soviet forces engage in the Battle of Prokhorovka, one of the largest armored engagements of all time. In 1961, Indian city Pune floods due to failure of the Khadakwasla and Panshet dams, killing at least two thousand people. In 1988, Inbee Park, South Korean golfer was born. In 1997, Malala Yousafzai, Pakistani-English activist, Nobel Prize laureate was born. In 2001, Space Shuttle program: Space Shuttle Atlantis is launched on mission STS-104, carrying the Quest Joint Airlock to the International Space Station. In 2003, Mark Lovell, English race car driver (born 1960) passed away. In 2012, A tank truck explosion kills more than 100 people in Okobie, Nigeria. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

New GST raises hybrid vehicle prices

BOL News

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July 12, 2026

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Government reduced customs duties on automotive components, CKD kits and CBU vehicles. The post New GST raises hybrid vehicle prices appeared first on BOL News.

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CNBC

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· Jun 24, 2026

Toyota gains on General Motors in new U.S. sales forecast: 'GM may be looking over their shoulder'

Toyota has notably leaned into hybrid vehicles while GM and others bet on all-electric vehicles, which saw lower-than-expected adoption from consumers.

The Hindu BusinessLine

lean right

· Jul 8, 2026

Sun Mobility t3-55T electric trucks with world’s first modular battery swapping at Pravaas 5.0

Unlike passenger cars, commercial vehicles are judged primarily on operating economics rather than technology. Sun Mobility is betting that battery swapping can tip that equation by cutting upfront vehicle costs, reducing charging downtime and creating a shared energy network that multiple truck and bus manufacturers can use. Backed by a 78 million IndoFast-IOCL joint venture, the companyAIS-038-certified platform aims to cut upfront vehicle costs by about 40 per cent and address one of the biggest barriers to commercial EV adoption.

BBC News - Business

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· Jul 8, 2026

Why electric cars cost more to insure - and what's being done about it

The insurance cost of electric vehicles is still putting many would-be buyers. So what can be done about it?

Inc.com

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· Jul 11, 2026

An ex‑Apple Designer Built an EV With No Doors and a Top Speed of 40 mph. It Might Just Be the Future

Amble’s 25,000 electric buggy isn’t trying to replace the family car or be a regular EV. It has a different niche in mind.

The West Australian

lean right

· Jul 3, 2026

Cadillac Lyriq offer extended – and this is one luxury EV buyers shouldn't ignore

SPONSORED: The American EV brand’s large luxury electric SUV is still available with a drive-away price of just 95,000.

BOL News

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· Jul 12, 2026

Audi Pakistan cuts car prices by up to Rs8.15 million after budget changes

The Audi Q3 SUV TFSI now costs Rs22.85 million, down Rs3.75 million. The post Audi Pakistan cuts car prices by up to Rs8.15 million after budget changes appeared first on BOL News.

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Related coverage for "New GST raises hybrid vehicle prices": CNBC — Toyota gains on General Motors in new U.S. sales forecast: 'GM may be looking over their shoulder'. The Hindu BusinessLine — Sun Mobility t3-55T electric trucks with world’s first modular battery swapping at Pravaas 5.0. BBC News - Business — Why electric cars cost more to insure - and what's being done about it. Inc.com — An ex‑Apple Designer Built an EV With No Doors and a Top Speed of 40 mph. It Might Just Be the Future. The West Australian — Cadillac Lyriq offer extended – and this is one luxury EV buyers shouldn't ignore. BOL News — Audi Pakistan cuts car prices by up to Rs8.15 million after budget changes