Author: kaushal dighavkar

Bridgestone, a global leader in premium tyres and sustainable mobility solutions, has been named sole tyre partner for Lamborghini’s new Fenomeno supercar. Launching to mark the 20th anniversary of the first car entirely designed by the Sant’Agata Bolognese design department, the Fenomeno celebrates both Lamborghini’s iconic design and brand exclusivity, with only 29 models of the limited-edition vehicle produced. With a 1080 CV powertrain, the Fenomeno is Lamborghini’s fastest-ever model – both in the 0-100 km/h sprint (2.4 seconds) and 0-200 km/h sprint (6.7 seconds). As Lamborghini’s ‘Official Technical Partner’, Bridgestone has custom-engineered tyres perfectly matching what’s also the most…

Engati.ai, a leading provider of AI-powered sales & growth acceleration solutions, has been honoured with the ‘AI Innovation Partner of the Year’ award at the Future of Insurance Summit & Awards 2025. This recognition highlights Engati’s pioneering role in transforming how insurers qualify, nurture, and convert customers through secure, compliant, and scalable AI-powered solutions. The award celebrates Engati’s breakthrough application of Agentic AI, Generative AI, and automation to transform customer journeys across digital touchpoints such as WhatsApp, Voice, Web, and Mobile Apps. Each AIagent is purpose-built to meet the insurance sector’s stringent compliance standards, high-volume demands, and need for hyper-personalized…

The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) has cleared a ₹62,000 crore deal for the acquisition of 97 Tejas Mark 1A fighter aircraft for the Indian Air Force (IAF), in a major step towards boosting the country’s indigenous defence capabilities. The order will be executed by Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL) and adds to the earlier procurement of 83 Tejas Mark 1A jets, raising the total to 180 aircraft. The new fleet is expected to replace the aging MiG-21 fighters, which are being phased out. The Tejas Mark 1A comes with advanced avionics, modern radar systems and over 65% indigenous components, strengthening…

In a major development, China has lifted restrictions on the export of fertilizers, rare earth materials and tunnel boring machines (TBMs) to India, easing concerns in agriculture and infrastructure sectors. The decision came following the visit of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi to New Delhi and his discussions with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. Officials confirmed that China has already initiated shipments of these critical commodities. The export curbs had earlier disrupted India’s supply of Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) fertilizers ahead of the Rabi season, slowed down infrastructure projects dependent on TBMs, and created bottlenecks in the supply of rare earth…

Ashok Leyland Limited, the flagship company of the Hinduja Group, today announced that its Board of Directors has approved a significant equity investment of up to ₹305.7 crore in two wholly owned subsidiaries. This strategic move reinforces the company’s twin-pronged approach: enhancing its traditional bus manufacturing capabilities and rapidly scaling electric mobility services. Investment Breakdown Deployment & Timeline These equity infusions will be executed in multiple tranches, with the goal of completing: Both investments are subject to regulatory compliance and necessary filings. Financial & Market Context In its Q1 FY26 results, Ashok Leyland reported a 13% rise in net profit…

Schmitz Cargobull AG, Europe’s leading manufacturer of semi-trailers, has announced a strategic investment in Sub Zero Insulation Technologies (SZIT), one of India’s top producers of refrigerated and dry freight truck bodies. Under the agreement, Schmitz Cargobull will acquire a 27.5% equity stake in SZIT, with an option to increase its shareholding over the coming years. This partnership marks a significant milestone in Schmitz Cargobull’s global expansion strategy and strengthens its presence in the rapidly growing Indian cold chain logistics market. “India’s cold chain sector is evolving rapidly, and Sub Zero has demonstrated strong potential to lead this transformation. By combining…

Kennametal India Limited will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of high-performance wear-resistant solutions tailored for the downstream sector of oil and gas operations at the Refinery & Petrochemical Technology Forum (RPTF) 2025, taking place 19–20 August at Hotel Crowne Plaza, Mayur Vihar, New Delhi, India. At the event, visitors to the Kennametal booth will discover a wide range of engineered solutions designed to extend the life of mission-critical components in high-wear environments. The portfolio includes: These engineered coatings, applied as cladding to customer-supplied components, along with advanced tungsten carbide systems, offer proven protection against erosion, abrasion, corrosion and extreme temperatures. The…

BorgWarner, a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions, has secured contracts with two major, global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) to supply high-voltage coolant heater (HVCH) technology for plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) platforms. One of the wins marks BorgWarner’s first eHeater for a hybrid program with the respective legacy automaker, expanding its existing business. The 400V technology is planned to be used across the OEMs’ PHEV platforms, with production expected to begin in 2028. Additionally, a second 800V HVCH contract with a different global OEM builds on BorgWarner’s long-standing partnership with the company, expanding the technology’s…

The CERATIZIT Group, a high-technology engineering group specializing in cutting tools and hard material solutions, has announced the expansion of its manufacturing facilities in Uluberia, West Bengal, and Bommasandra in Bengaluru, Karnataka. These groundbreaking projects mark a significant step in CERATIZIT’s strategy for growth in India, highlighting the company’s ongoing commitment to the country as a key market and manufacturing center. By increasing capacity at both locations, CERATIZIT aims to meet the rising demand for cutting tool solutions. Strengthening Local Manufacturing and Innovation in India The expansions of the Uluberia and Bommasandra sites reflect the Group’s confidence in the capabilities…

The high-performance luxury coupé features cutting-edge technology, track- bred engineering, and combines the agility and sportiness of the C-Class with the space and status of the E-Class “The Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 4MATIC+ Coupé completely redefines the luxury performance category, further strengthening our top-end luxury offering. This stunning performance coupé delivers the perfect balance of driving performance, an unmatched executive presence and an unrivalled sense of occasion. With eight launches in 2025, our top-end luxury vehicle strategy has been very successful, garnering immense customer response and elevating the desirability of Mercedes-Benz in the market.” Santosh Iyer, Managing Director & CEO, Mercedes-Benz…