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Increasing demand for electric vehicles
The Department of Energy (DOE) in Mindanao has observed a growing demand for electric vehicles (EVs). Engr. Adrian Mel B. Delola, a Science Research Specialist II at DOE Mindanao Field Office, discussed this trend during the Kapehan sa Dabaw on January 15, 2024. He highlighted the impact of the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (Evida Law), implemented on April 15, 2022, which has contributed to the increasing interest in EVs. Delola acknowledged that the current cost of EVs is a concern but expressed optimism that as demand rises, the number of charging stations will increase and the cost of units will subsequently decrease. He also addressed the presence of hybrid models in key cities in Mindanao and the challenge of limited car dealerships facilitating their distribution. Additionally, Delola touched on the use of e-trikes, classified as light EVs under RA 11697, and the regulations regarding their weight and use on national highways. The DOE is working with various agencies to address issues related to the registration and use of e-trikes. Sellers are also advising consumers on the proper use of e-trikes for private purposes and cautioning against their use on national highways......»»
Euromoney recognizes Metrobank as Best Bank for Ultra High-Net-Worth Filipinos
Metropolitan Bank & Trust Co. (Metrobank) remains the preferred bank for affluent Filipinos as it receives the Best Bank for Ultra High-Net-Worth (UHNW) award at the Euromoney Global Private Banking Awards 2024......»»
DOE should regulate NGCP
The messy situation between the DOE and NGCP is responsible for problems that inconvenience electricity consumers......»»
CitySavings Named One of the 2024 Philippines’ Growth Champions
City Savings Bank (CitySavings) continues to cement its position to become the leading mass market bank in the country with its inclusion as one of the 2024 Philippines’ Growth Champions. The Philippine Daily Inquirer released the report with international market research firm Statista. This year’s Philippines’ Growth Champions are companies with remarkable growth and resilience […].....»»
Missing secretaries
Last Dec. 22, 2023, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin checked into the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Maryland to undergo treatment for prostate cancer......»»
DOE monitoring power situation amid El Niño
Following the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration’s recent declaration that the warm and dry season has begun, the Department of Energy (DOE) said the country’s power situation is currently being monitored to ensure energy security......»»
Garcia backs DOE’s oil, gas search proposal in Alegria
Garcia backs DOE’s oil, gas search proposal in Alegria.....»»
DOE expects approval of zero-tariff on all EVs this year
The Department of Energy (DOE) is hopeful that the incentives on the importation of electric vehicles (EVs) will be extended to two-wheeled and three-wheeled units this year to help boost EV adoption in the country......»»
DOE official: Grid system in Panay Island stable
DOE official: Grid system in Panay Island stable.....»»
Power rates expected to rise because of El Niño
DAVAO CITY (MindaNews / 17 January)—Expect possible increasing power rates throughout the year amid the anticipated El Niño phenomenon in the country, an official from the Department of Energy (DOE)-Mindanao said. Engr. Darwin P. Galang, DOE-Mindanao senior science research specialist, said the anticipated increasing power rates can be possibly El Niño-related, with 26 percent of […].....»»
Pasig City tells hotel to explain disregard of senior discount or face closure
MANILA, Philippines — Pasig City on Wednesday ordered a hotel to explain why the local government should not issue a cease and desist order after it denied a 20-percent discount to a senior citizen. INQUIRER.net will withhold the name of the establishment and its hotel management until it gets the side of the hotel company......»»
Chinese New Year Colors Explained for Filipinos
Every Chinese New Year, Filipinos see splashes of red and yellow everywhere in the form of lanterns and envelopes full of cash. While Chinese culture is all about luck, what Filipinos should know is that good luck is not actually found in the lanterns or envelopes themselves. Rather, the luck is in the colors. Just.....»»
BPI sells shares in GoTyme Bank
The Bank of the Philippine Islands sold its 752 million common shares of GoTyme Bank Corp. to GoTyme Financial Pte. Ltd. and Giga Investment Holdings Pte. Ltd, the bank said yesterday......»»
45 crore Jan Dhan accounts have accumulated Rs 2.1 lakh crore: Anurag Thakur
New Delhi [India], February 17 (ANI): Union Minister Anurag Thakur on Friday inaugurated the 2024 Annual Government and Institutional Business Meet of the Federal Bank and asserted that under the Jan Dhan scheme around 45 crore bank accounts have been opened. Addressing an audience of the officials and employees of the bank, the Minister at the very outset, congratulated Federal Bank for an all-time high share price. Reca.....»»
45 crore Jan Dhan accounts have accumulated Rs 2.1 lakh crore: Anurag Thakur
New Delhi [India], February 17 (ANI): Union Minister Anurag Thakur on Friday inaugurated the 2024 Annual Government and Institutional Business Meet of the Federal Bank and asserted that under the Jan Dhan scheme around 45 crore bank accounts have been opened. Addressing an audience of the officials and employees of the bank, the Minister at the very outset, congratulated Federal Bank for an all-time high share price. Reca.....»»
Significance of the country visit of UN SR for free expression and opinion to the PH
Human rights group emphasized the importance UN Special Rapporteur's visit, adding that this is the chance to show the international community that all is not well in the Philippines, and how current government policies, laws and programs have led to killings and various forms of human rights violations. The post Significance of the country visit of UN SR for free expression and opinion to the PH appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Philippines summons China envoy over water cannon incident
Manila, Philippines - Manila summoned a senior Chinese envoy on Thursday to protest a water cannon incident that damaged two Philippine vessels during a patrol in the South China Sea.A coast guard vessel and another government boat were damaged in the April 30 incident near the disputed Scarborough Shoal, according to the Philippines' foreign ministry.Manila and Beijing have a long history of territorial.....»»
PH task force on media security’s efforts not enough, says UN’s Khan
United Nation Special Rapporteur on freedom of expression and opinion Irene Khan also emphasizes: Media killings should be considered work-related until proven that they are not.....»»
Ramon Lim, former STAR opinion editor, writes 30
Ramon M. Lim, former opinion editor of The Philippine STAR, fought a good fight from COVID to pneumonia for more than a month starting mid-January of this year......»»
Red-tagging hobbles free expression and opinion
Freedom of expression and opinion in the Philippines is seriously hampered by the practice of red-tagging, according to Irene Khan, United Nations Special Rapporteur, who wound up a 10-day official visit to the Philippines yesterday......»»