<p>➀ Researchers at JNCASR developed a sodium-ion battery achieving 80% charge in 6 minutes and 3,000+ cycles using a novel NASICON-type cathode/anode design;</p><p>➁ The battery integrates nanoscale particle optimization, carbon coating, and aluminum doping to enhance ion mobility, addressing slow charging and degradation issues;</p><p>➂ Sodium-based batteries could reduce India's reliance on lithium imports, supporting energy storage goals for EVs, solar systems, and rural electrification under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.</p>