- The government has proposed the introduction of Bharat Stage-VII (BS-VII) emission norms starting April 2029. - For the first time, regulatory standards will cover non-exhaust emissions, including brake and tyre wear. - New durability regulations for electric vehicle (EV) batteries are also introduced to ensure long-term performance and consumer protection. - These steps mark a paradigm shift from traditional tailpipe-only emission regulation to comprehensive lifecycle and particulate pollution management. - **Bharat Stage-VII (BS-VII) emission norms:** Stricter vehicular pollution standards proposed for implementation in India starting April 2029. They extend beyond traditional tailpipe exhaust limits to regulate non-exhaust pollution sources such as brake and tyre wear, alongside electric vehicle battery durability. - **Ministry of Road Transport and Highways:** The apex central government ministry in India responsible for formulating and administering policies, rules, and regulations relating to road transport, national highways, and vehicular emission standards. **Introduction** The Indian government has proposed the implementation of Bharat Stage-VII (BS-VII) emission norms effective April 2029. Beyond traditional tailpipe exhaust limits, the proposed framework expands into non-exhaust pollution sources by regulating brake and tyre wear, alongside setting durability requirements for electric vehicle batteries. **Core Issue and Detailed Points** - The government has proposed the introduction of Bharat Stage-VII (BS-VII) emission norms starting April 2029. - For the first time, regulatory standards will cover non-exhaust emissions, including brake and tyre wear. - New durability regulations for electric vehicle (EV) batteries are also introduced to ensure long-term performance and consumer protection. - These steps mark a paradigm shift from traditional tailpipe-only emission regulation to comprehensive lifecycle and particulate pollution management. **Key Statutory Bodies, Acts & Concepts** - **Bharat Stage-VII (BS-VII) emission norms:** Stricter vehicular pollution standards proposed for implementation in India starting April 2029. They extend beyond traditional tailpipe exhaust limits to regulate non-exhaust pollution sources such as brake and tyre wear, alongside electric vehicle battery durability. - **Ministry of Road Transport and Highways:** The apex central government ministry in India responsible for formulating and administering policies, rules, and regulations relating to road transport, national highways, and vehicular emission standards.