Ola Electric's Sankalp 2024 event saw the launch of its new range of two-wheelers, the Roadster series, consisting of three new EV bikes – Roadster Pro, Roadster X, and Roadster. The entry-level Roadster X starts at Rs. 74,999 with multiple battery options, while the premium Roadster Pro comes with a top speed of 194kmph and a range of up to 579km on a single charge. Ola also announced new battery technologies and conversational AI features in the form of Krutrim. Pre-bookings for the bikes have started and deliveries will begin in 2025.
During his 45-hour meditation retreat at the Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanniyakumari, Prime Minister Narendra Modi penned a note reflecting on Bharat's global context and the need for new resolutions for the next 25 years dedicated solely to the nation's development. He referenced Swami Vivekananda's call to dedicate 50 years for the nation and the opportunity that India now has to create a strong foundation for future generations. Writing about Kanniyakumari's significance, he highlighted its symbolism of unity and praised Tamil poet-saint Thiruvalluvar's work, the Thirukkural, as a crown jewel of the Tamil language.
The Bharatiya Janata Party officially released its election manifesto for the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha elections, titled as 'Sankalp Patra'. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was present at the party's headquarters in New Delhi for the release. Meanwhile, other party leaders like Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh will be addressing public rallies in various states. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman also expressed confidence in BJP's performance in Tamil Nadu and criticized the ruling DMK and Congress. In response, Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh posed questions to PM Modi about his party's track record and ongoing issues in Madhya Pradesh.