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19 Aug

Ather Konarc Electric Scooter Teased With Metal Body, Up to 200 Km Range and BaaS: What to Expect

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Ather is set to launch its upcoming family electric scooter, the Ather Konarc, on August 29, 2026, during Ather Community Day. Ahead of the launch, the company has shared a teaser video highlighting the metallic components of the new scooter. Prototypes of the Konarc have also been spotted testing on Indian roads on several occasions, offering an early look at its expected design, features and range. The Ather Konarc is expected to be based on the brand’s EL platform, which was showcased last year. Spy images suggest that the electric scooter could get an LED headlamp mounted on the handlebar…

19 Aug

Yamaha bets on style and connected features to refresh 125cc scooter portfolio

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India Yamaha Motor Pvt. Ltd. on Tuesday announced a refresh of its 125cc Fi Hybrid scooter portfolio, introducing new colours, updated graphics, styling enhancements and technology upgrades across the RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid and Fascino 125 Fi Hybrid, as the two-wheeler maker seeks to appeal to young and style-conscious urban riders. The RayZR 125 Fi Hybrid gets new paint finishes and graphics, while the RayZR Street Rally TFT variant now features a Colour TFT Instrument Cluster with Turn-by-Turn (TBT) Navigation. The Fascino 125 Fi Hybrid has also received new shades and contemporary design elements aimed at strengthening its premium appeal.…

19 Aug

KKR and BookMyShow Join Hands to Expand India’s Entertainment Business

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KKR has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a minority stake in BookMyShow, with the investment aimed at supporting the company’s next phase of growth. BookMyShow, operated by Bigtree Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., plans to use the investment to scale its live entertainment business and strengthen its full-stack entertainment offerings across India. Launched in 2007, BookMyShow has grown into one of India’s leading entertainment platforms, with a presence across more than 700 towns and cities and partnerships spanning the entertainment industry. KKR said the investment reflects its confidence in India’s expanding entertainment sector, supported by rising discretionary spending, a large and…

19 Aug

Kartik Aaryan named brand ambassador as Baazar Kolkata marks 25 years with 250 stores

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Baazar Kolkata has appointed National Award-winning actor Kartik Aaryan as its brand ambassador as the value retail chain marks its 25th year with a network of 250 stores across 13 states. The company, which began operations in 2002 under Baazar Retail Pvt Ltd, has established itself as a value retail brand offering fashion, lifestyle, home and daily utility products at affordable prices. It has expanded beyond Eastern India to metros, tier-II, tier-III and emerging markets, with more than 20 lakh square feet of retail space. Kartik Aaryan said the brand had earned the trust of millions by making quality fashion…

19 Aug

From basic cover to bigger protection, Indians are spending more on life insurance

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For many Indian families, life insurance is increasingly moving beyond a one-time purchase or tax-saving instrument to become a long-term financial safety net. An analysis of FY2021-FY2025 business data compiled by the Insurance Information Bureau (IIB) of India shows that policyholders are gradually opting for higher coverage as their incomes, responsibilities and aspirations change. The share of policies with a sum assured of ₹2 lakh-₹5 lakh increased by 5.6 percentage points between FY2021 and FY2025, while the ₹10 lakh-₹25 lakh category gained 2 percentage points. Policies with cover above ₹50 lakh rose 68%, from 4.4 million to 7.4 million, generating…

18 Aug

Apple May Add Cameras to AirPods: New macOS Video Reveals How Visual Intelligence Could Work

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Apple may be offering an early glimpse of what its rumoured camera-equipped AirPods could do. A video discovered in a recent macOS Tahoe beta appears to show the earbuds working with Apple's Visual Intelligence feature, providing a possible clue about how the technology could be used. MacRumors reportedly spotted the video in the macOS Tahoe 26.7 release candidate. In the clip, a person holds a book in front of the AirPods while a voice explains how Visual Intelligence can help users save things they see by simply asking Siri to remember them. If the video is connected to Apple's rumoured…

18 Aug

Axis Max Life starts FY27 on strong note as premium, profitability and key segments gain momentum

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Axis Max Life Insurance Ltd began FY27 with broad-based growth, reporting a 17% year-on-year rise in Individual Adjusted First Year Premium to ₹1,810 crore in the first quarter. The insurer’s Value of New Business (VNB) jumped 33% to ₹446 crore, while New Business Margin improved 315 basis points to 23.2%. Total APE increased 15% to ₹1,922 crore and private market share improved 13 bps to 10.1%. Renewal premium rose 20% to ₹4,639 crore, lifting Gross Written Premium 19% to ₹7,607 crore. Individual new business sum assured grew 32%, while AUM crossed ₹2 lakh crore, reaching ₹2,02,621crore. Embedded Value increased 15%…

18 Aug

From confidence to self-reliance, RCM puts women at the heart of its growth journey

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For women associated with RCM Consumer Products Private Limited, the Special Women’s Academy 2026 was more than a two-day gathering—it was an opportunity to celebrate achievement, build confidence and explore new avenues for self-reliance. Held at RCM World, Bhilwara, on August 15-16 under the theme “Har Naari Samman Ki Adhikari”, the programme brought together women associate buyers and leaders from across India. The Independence Day celebrations began with a march-past and flag hoisting, followed by performances by school-going girls and cultural presentations reflecting the country’s diversity. A felicitation ceremony recognised women achievers, while Founder T.C. Chhabra and Managing Director Priyancka…

18 Aug

Motorola launches moto g max with 7000mAh battery, Sony LYTIA camera at effective ₹26,999

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Motorola has launched the moto g max in India, targeting consumers seeking a combination of premium design, camera capabilities, performance and long battery life. The smartphone is priced at ₹27,999 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant, with a ₹1,000 instant bank discount bringing the net effective price to ₹26,999. The moto g max features a Luxury Satin-inspired finish in PANTONE Stargazer, PANTONE Alaskan Blue and PANTONE Malaga. It sports a 6.72-inch Full HD+ display with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1,050 nits brightness. The device is powered by the Snapdragon® 6s Gen 4 processor, paired with…

17 Aug

Ola Electric Expands Indigenous Battery Technology Beyond EVs

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Ola Electric has unveiled an expanded Shakti energy storage portfolio aimed at enabling energy to be stored when available and deployed when needed, from powering homes during outages to supporting renewable energy at grid scale. Announced on India’s 80th Independence Day, the portfolio is built around indigenous lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery technology and Ola Electric’s vertically integrated cell-to-system capabilities. Ola Shakti comprises three solutions designed for different applications: Shakti Gen2 for home energy storage, Shakti Rack for commercial and infrastructure requirements, and Mahashakti for industrial and utility-scale applications. Ola Electric Chairman and Managing Director Bhavish Aggarwal said the company’s…