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Montra Electric, the e-M&HCV business vertical of the Murugappa Group, has achieved a major clean-mobility milestone by becoming India’s first heavy-duty electric truck manufacturer to secure certification under the Government of India’s PM E-DRIVE Scheme. The company also delivered the country’s first PM E-DRIVE–certified electric heavy truck the Rhino 5538 EV 6x4 tractor trailer to UltraTech Cement Limited, reinforcing the cement major’s sustainability push. The handover was flagged off by Arun Murugappan, Chairman, Montra Electric (TI Clean Mobility Private Limited), in the presence of senior leadership from both organisations. The certification enables incentives of up to ₹9.6 lakh per vehicle…

Tata Motors Limited has reported a strong performance in its Commercial Vehicles (CV) segment for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, driven by higher volumes, improved realizations and disciplined cost management. The CV business recorded revenue of ₹21,533 crore in Q3 FY26, up 17% year-on-year, while EBITDA rose 19% to ₹2,700 crore. EBITDA margin improved to 12.7%, marking the 10th consecutive quarter of double-digit margins, while EBIT margin crossed the double-digit mark to 10.6%. Profit before tax (before exceptional items) increased by ₹609 crore to ₹2,290 crore. Free cash flow surged to ₹4,752 crore during the quarter. Strong operating performance…

Reinforcing its long-standing focus on the Indian outbound market, South African Tourism on Wednesday announced the 2026 edition of its Annual India Multi-City Roadshow, scheduled to be held across Mumbai, Bangalore, Ahmedabad, Kolkata and Delhi. Now in its 22nd edition, the roadshow will commence alongside South African Tourism’s participation at Outbound Travel Mart (OTM) Mumbai 2026, India’s largest travel trade exhibition. The roadshow will be held from February 5 to 7 in Mumbai, followed by engagements in the remaining four cities between February 9 and 12. India remains one of South Africa’s priority source markets, driven by steady business travel,…

Samsung is set to expand its A Series portfolio in India with the launch of the Galaxy A07 5G in the first week of February, aiming to attract digital-first consumers looking for strong photography features and long battery life at an accessible price point. Designed for online entertainment and visual storytelling, the Galaxy A07 5G comes with a dual rear camera system featuring a 50MP autofocus primary sensor and a 2MP depth camera. The F1.8 aperture enables enhanced low-light photography and portrait shots with natural bokeh effects, while the setup is tuned to capture vibrant colours and sharp details. An…

Fenesta, India’s most trusted brand for premium windows and doors, has strengthened its presence in West Bengal with the launch of its first showroom in Purba Bardhaman, taking its total count in the state to 15. The new showroom, operated by Balaji Art & Home LLP, is located at Padmapukur, Kanchannagar, Burdwan Sadar, Purba Bardhaman. The showroom offers an immersive experience of Fenesta’s complete product portfolio, including uPVC and aluminium windows and doors, solid panel doors, and facade solutions. Designed to cater to evolving architectural preferences and modern lifestyle needs, the facility aims to serve homeowners, architects, and builders seeking…

Longitude 77, the premium Indian single malt from Pernod Ricard India, has expanded its presence in eastern India with its official launch in Kolkata. The unveiling took place at ITC Sonar, bringing together whisky enthusiasts, industry experts, and select guests. The Kolkata launch comes on the back of strong global recognition for Longitude 77, which has won Gold medals at the London Spirits Competition, The Global Spirit Masters by The Spirits Business, and Monde Selection, along with a Bronze at The International Wine & Spirits Competition. The whisky is crafted by the master blenders associated with globally known brands such…