Author: Irene Vyas

New Delhi: Toyota Motor Corp’s global sales experienced a notable increase of nearly 5% in April compared to the same period last year. This surge in sales can be attributed to the growing demand for both hybrid and gasoline-powered vehicles in Japan and China. Additionally, the automaker achieved improved overseas sales of battery electric vehicles (EVs), surpassing last year’s sales figures for the first four months of the year. In April, Toyota sold a total of 800,863 vehicles worldwide, which included its luxury Lexus brand. This marked a 4.9% rise compared to the corresponding month in the previous year, when…

Bangalore: Zoomcar, the leading marketplace for car sharing in emerging markets, announced that it now has five million+ guests and over 20,000 hosts in its community. Zoomcar, with over 20,000 cars on its platform, has covered over two billion+ kilometres and received plenty of testimonials from its cherished hosts. Shashi Shekar from Bangalore became a host at Zoomcar after coming across a Facebook advertisement. The advertisement came at the right time since Shashi, who was working in the automobile sector, had lost his job due to the pandemic. He decided to try earning an additional income and has now become a…

Mathai George Muthoot (November 02, 1949 – March 05, 2021) was an Indian entrepreneur and businessman. The third generation of his family to be the chairman of the Muthoot Group, and the former Lay Trustee of the Indian Orthodox Church. He was also a member of the National Executive Committee of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and the Chairman of the FICCI Kerala State Council. A prescient risk taker, persistent innovator, compassionate leader and welfarist, Shri M.G. George Muthoot was a multidimensional personality, always inspiring people around him to aspire towards higher ideals. Background Born…

New Delhi: Razorpay, a comprehensive payments and banking platform, has recently introduced ‘Turbo UPI,’ a UPI payment solution, through a strategic collaboration with NPCI and Axis Bank. This innovative offering enables online merchants’ customers to make UPI payments directly, eliminating the need for redirection to a third-party UPI app during the checkout process. According to Razorpay, Turbo UPI provides a significantly faster payment experience, claiming to be five times quicker than conventional methods. By streamlining the payment process and eliminating the need for external app redirection, this solution helps businesses achieve a remarkable 10% increase in the success rate of UPI…

New Delhi: Tezos India, a leading blockchain platform driving innovation and adoption in India, is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with Tweed, a pioneer in providing compliant and plug-and-play Software Development Kits (SDKs) for self-custodial wallets. This collaboration aims to revolutionize the user experience and accelerate the mainstream adoption of blockchain technology, particularly on the Tezos network. Tweed’s comprehensive white-label SDK encompasses key management, wallet features, and a secure payment layer. By partnering with Tezos India, Tweed will help platforms and brands effortlessly deploy self-custodial wallets for their users, eliminating the regulatory burden associated with custody. The transparent flow of…

Gurugram: LISSUN, India’s leading mental health platform, is proud to announce a remarkable expansion of its child mental health division as it welcomes the eminent psychologist, Dr Roma Kumar, on board. With the invaluable addition of Dr Roma Kumar to the team, LISSUN aims to redefine the landscape of child mental health care, ensuring a brighter future for the young minds of India. Dr Roma Kumar is a highly accomplished psychologist with an illustrious career spanning over three decades (35 years). She currently holds the position of Senior Consultant Psychologist at the prestigious Institute of Child Health. In addition to…

New Delhi: On May 30, 2023, several stocks are worth keeping an eye on as they show potential for significant developments. Here are the key details about each stock: Adani Transmission: Adani Transmission reported a substantial increase in its consolidated net profit for the quarter ending March 2023. The company’s net profit rose by 85 per cent to Rs 440 crore compared to the same period last year. Additionally, its consolidated revenue from operations increased by 17 per cent to Rs 3,031 crore. ONGC: ONGC, the oil and gas producer, has set ambitious energy transition goals. The company plans to…

New Delhi: Acer has unveiled its latest gaming laptop, the Acer Aspire 5, in India. This new laptop is equipped with Intel’s 13th-generation processor and NVIDIA’s GeForce RTX 2050 GPU, providing high-performance capabilities for gaming enthusiasts. The Acer Aspire 5 features a lightweight metal chassis, weighing just 1.57 kg, making it a convenient choice for commuters. Sudhir Goel, Chief Business Officer of Acer India, expressed excitement about the launch, stating, “With Aspire 5, we have encapsulated high-performance components within a thin and sleek chassis, providing our customers with an optimal gaming experience that can be easily carried anywhere.” This release…

New Delhi: Ola, the ride-hailing startup, has introduced its new premium cab service, Ola Prime Plus, in Bengaluru. Bhavish Aggarwal, Co-founder and CEO of Ola announced the launch on Twitter, highlighting the service’s features and benefits. Aggarwal emphasized that Prime Plus would offer the best drivers, top-quality cars, and a hassle-free experience with no cancellations or operational issues. Aggarwal further mentioned that Prime Plus would initially be available to select customers in Bengaluru. He encouraged people to try out the service and expressed his intention to personally use it frequently. Moreover, Aggarwal expressed his willingness to share his experiences with…

Mumbai: Mobavenue is a leading growth and tech platform dedicated to empowering brands, agencies, and publishers with MadTech (MarTech & AdTech) solutions to drive acquisition, growth, engagement, and monetisation. The company works with leading edtech players, helping them in their consumer journey and propelling growth. “We are a trusted partner to India’s leading edtech companies. Our expertise lies in connecting brands with high-intent and quality users, enabling a seamless consumer journey. At Mobavenue, we possess a deep understanding of the edtech sector, and our data-driven insights allow us to bring efficiency and drive brand performance. We run and maintain quality campaigns by…