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Shri Piyush Goyal Visits Repos Energy Booth at VivaTech Paris 2026, Backs Autonomous Fuelling as India's Next Energy Frontier

Repos Energy today made a defining mark at VivaTech Paris 2026, showcasing a live working prototype of its Autonomous Fuelling Solution at the India Pavilion. The showcase took place on a historic day as Union Minister Shri Piyush Goyal participated in the summit alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, championing India’s deep-tech ambitions on the world stage. The Pune-based energy-tech startup demonstrated a glimpse of what fuel stations could look like in the near future, powered entirely by Artificial Intelligence, IoT, robotics, and digital payments, with minimal human intervention.   (L-R) Chetan Walunj, Founder, Repos Energy; Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry; and Aditi Bhosale Walunj, Founder, Repos Energy, at VivaTech 2026, Paris   The moment carries significant weight. India is making its debut as AI Country Partner at VivaTech 2026, Europe’s largest technology and innovation summit, and is hosting its largest-ever national pavilion at the event. Repos Energy is among the 25 high-potential Indian startups curated by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, to represent the country under the ‘Bharat Innovates’ theme, a platform that positions India as a global hub for deep-tech innovation.   A key agenda at the pavilion centred on how the Government of India, led by Shri Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, intends to actively facilitate and accelerate the introduction of Autonomous Fuelling infrastructure across the country. The ministry’s commitment to enabling this next frontier of energy transition signals a decisive policy push that goes beyond participation at a global platform. For Repos Energy, this is a defining moment of alignment, one that validates the company’s long-standing conviction that autonomous, technology-driven fuelling is not a distant aspiration but an imminent reality for India.   The Autonomous Fuelling prototype on display integrates AI-based demand forecasting, IoT-enabled remote monitoring, robotic dispensing mechanisms, and frictionless digital payment infrastructure, designed to support both conventional fuels and emerging energy sources. The system envisions a future where fuelling stations operate with significantly reduced human intervention, contributing to operational efficiency, safety, and the broader decarbonisation agenda.   Speaking on India’s commitment to introducing Autonomous Fuelling infrastructure, Shri Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, said, “India’s vision for energy transition is not just about adoption, it is about building the infrastructure that defines the future. Autonomous Fuelling is a critical piece of that puzzle, and the Government of India, through the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, is committed to creating the right policy environment to introduce and scale this technology across the country. Startups like Repos Energy, who are building at the intersection of AI, IoT, and energy, are exactly the kind of innovators that will help India lead the global energy transition. VivaTech 2026 is a fitting platform to announce this intent to the world.”   Aditi Bhosale Walunj and Chetan Walunj, Founders, Repos Energy, showcase their Autonomous Fuelling Solution to Piyush Goyal at VivaTech 2026, Paris   Speaking at VivaTech Paris, Aditi Bhosale Walunj, Founder, Repos Energy, said, “Showcasing our Autonomous Fuelling vision here, on a day when India stands tall on the world stage, is a defining moment, not just for Repos Energy, but for every Indian entrepreneur who dares to build for the world. When we started in 2017, we never imagined it would bring us here. This is proof that when you build with conviction, the world takes notice.”   Chetan Walunj, Founder, Repos Energy, added, “The future of energy is autonomous, intelligent, and made in India. By combining AI, IoT, and robotics, we are not just reimagining fuel delivery, we are building the infrastructure that will power the world’s energy transition. This is Repos Energy’s commitment to Viksit Bharat, and beyond.”   For Repos Energy, the VivaTech platform represents more than an exhibition opportunity, it is a strategic inflection point. Founded in 2017 with the deceptively simple question ‘What if fuel came to you?’, the company has since built a network of 2,500+ fuelling partners and served 25,000+ businesses across India, while working directly with the Government of India to establish the doorstep fuel delivery policy framework. Backed by the late Shri Ratan Tata across two funding rounds, Repos Energy has steadily evolved from a last-mile logistics innovator into an AI-driven energy transition infrastructure company, and its VivaTech showcase is the most visible articulation of that pivot yet.   Repos Energy’s selection under ‘Bharat Innovates’ and its presence at VivaTech 2026 positions it at the intersection of two of India’s most consequential narratives: the global energy transition and India’s emerging identity as a deep-tech exporter. The company aims to use the platform to advance strategic global partnerships and attract international interest in its Autonomous Fuelling infrastructure.   About Repos Energy Founded in 2017 by Aditi Bhosale Walunj (Founder) and Chetan Walunj (Founder), Repos Energy is India’s pioneering AI-driven energy transition infrastructure and is on a mission to make all forms of energy accessible and efficient. With 2,500+ fuelling partners and 25,000+ businesses served across India, Repos Energy brings convenience, clarity, and control to nation-building organisations through technology, while doing its part for the planet. Backed by late Shri Ratan Tata, who invested in the company across two funding rounds, and having worked with the Government of India to establish the doorstep fuel delivery policy framework, Repos Energy stands for bringing a blend of innovation and excellence, to deliver value to consumers at large. For more information, visit www.reposenergy.com.

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This Father's Day, Pocket FM Honours The Fathers Whose Advice Stood The Test of Time

This Father’s Day, Pocket FM has launched “The Villain Who Raised Me”, a digital film featuring actor Mukesh Rishi that reimagines the iconic screen villain as a metaphor for fathers who often had to play the role of the strict disciplinarian while raising their children.   Built around the insight that many children grow up viewing their fathers as the “villains” in their story – the ones who said no to late nights, shortcuts, and distractions, the campaign celebrates the sacrifices, tough decisions, and acts of tough love that ultimately helped shape them.   This Father’s Day, Pocket FM celebrates fathers whose advice becomes timeless wisdom   Through the film, Pocket FM pays tribute to fathers who were willing to be disliked in the moment because they cared more about their children’s future than their approval.   Featuring veteran actor Mukesh Rishi, one of Indian cinema’s most recognisable on-screen villains, the campaign explores a simple but universal truth: many fathers spend years playing the role of the villain in their children’s stories, only for their intentions to be understood much later.   Whether it was enforcing discipline, setting boundaries, making difficult choices, or refusing requests that seemed perfectly reasonable at the time, fathers often find themselves carrying the burden of being unpopular. Yet those very moments frequently become the lessons, values and habits that shape who we eventually become.   The campaign takes a fresh approach to Father’s Day by celebrating a side of fatherhood that is rarely acknowledged. Not the hero who saves the day, but the parent who is willing to be misunderstood in service of something bigger.   Bringing the idea to life is Mukesh Rishi, whose iconic villain roles have entertained audiences for decades. In the film, Rishi playfully embodies every father who has ever been labelled the villain by their child, before revealing the love, responsibility and sacrifice behind those difficult decisions.   Speaking about the campaign, Vineet Singh, SVP & Global Head, Brand Marketing, Communications, Partnerships & Public Affairs, Pocket FM, said, “Most Father’s Day campaigns celebrate fathers as heroes. We wanted to celebrate a role that many fathers know all too well — being the villain in their child’s story. They are often the ones who say no, draw the line, and make decisions that may not be appreciated in the moment. As children, we may resent those moments. As adults, we often realise they came from a place of love. ‘The Villain Who Raised Me’ is our tribute to the fathers who were willing to be misunderstood because they cared more about who we would become than how we felt in that moment.”   Commenting on the campaign, Mukesh Rishi said, “Every father has played the villain at some point, and I maybe have. Sometimes love means saying no. It means setting boundaries, making difficult decisions and accepting that your children may not understand your reasons immediately. That is what made this campaign so relatable for me. The irony of using my on-screen villain image to tell this story made it even more meaningful.”   Conceptualised and executed by Pocket FM’s in-house creative team, the campaign reflects the brand’s continued focus on storytelling that connects with audiences through relatable cultural insights and everyday human truths.   The campaign film is now live across Pocket FM’s social media channels.   YT Link: youtu.be/0WAsp_AjU20?si=3UO21PshALyK_tqR IG Link: www.instagram.com/reel/DZy-cjbsHrS/?igsh=bTZiZjZmZnA1M3Ri

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Bombay Times Launches Headliners, Celebrating the People Behind India's Biggest Headlines

For decades, Bombay Times has chronicled the personalities, moments, and stories that have shaped India’s cultural landscape. Extending that legacy, the publication unveiled the inaugural edition of Bombay Times Headliners on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu, introducing a new platform dedicated to recognising the individuals behind the headlines.   The inaugural edition of Bombay Times Headliners: Celebrating the people behind the headlines   Bringing together leading voices from entertainment, music, fashion, digital content, business, sports, and the creative industries, Headliners celebrates those whose work shapes conversations, inspires audiences, and leaves a lasting impact on society.   Adding a distinctive dimension to the property was the specially designed ‘Headliners’ trophy. Inspired by the iconic Bombay Times newspaper, the trophy takes the form of a rolled newspaper scroll, symbolising stories, achievements, and influence that rise above the ordinary to become headlines. The trophy honours visionaries, changemakers, and icons whose contributions have left a lasting mark across culture, business, entertainment, and society.   The inaugural edition brought together celebrated personalities including Javed Akhtar, Shabana Azmi, Naseeruddin Shah, Bhumi Pednekar, Maniesh Paul, Salim Merchant, Benny Dayal, Sophie Choudry, Ashnoor Kaur and several other distinguished names from across the entertainment and cultural ecosystem.   Reflecting the breadth of excellence celebrated by the platform, Headliners honoured a distinguished cohort of achievers whose contributions have shaped contemporary India. Among them were Kajol (Cinematic Force), Shabana Azmi (Legacy of Excellence), Ayushmann Khurrana (Champion of Disruptive Storytelling), Manish Malhotra (Global Fashion Ambassador), Shankar Mahadevan (Melody Maestro), Suniel Shetty (Multifaceted Star), Jaideep Ahlawat (Acting Trailblazer – Cinema & OTT), Bhumi Pednekar (Social Impact Champion), Malaika Arora (Lifestyle Entrepreneur), and Vedang Raina (Rising Star), among several other notable achievers.   The evening featured several memorable moments, including Javed Akhtar inaugurating the ceremony with the ceremonial lamp lighting, Shankar Mahadevan rendering a few lines from Lakshya, and a special on-stage interaction between Udit Narayan and Taha Shah, the spirit of creativity, collaboration, and excellence underscoring that Headliners seeks to celebrate.   Sivakumar Sundaram, CEO, The Times of India said, “For over three decades, Bombay Times has celebrated the people and moments that have shaped popular culture in India. With Headliners, we are recognising the individuals behind those defining stories whose influence extends far beyond their respective fields. We envision Headliners becoming a definitive platform honouring those who leave a lasting mark on audiences, industries, and society.”   With its successful debut, Bombay Times Headliners is poised to become a marquee annual property celebrating the people who shape conversations, influence culture, and create the moments that define our times.

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Hero FinCorp Collaborates with Salesforce to Accelerate Loan Processing with Agentforce

Salesforce, the #1 Agentic CRM, today announced its collaboration with Hero FinCorp, a diversified Indian NBFC, to revolutionise loan processing with Agentforce. With this partnership, Hero FinCorp has streamlined key stages of the lending process, enabling faster credit access for first-time buyers, strengthening dealer relationships, and delivering measurable improvements in customer satisfaction and team productivity. Hero FinCorp has deployed Agentforce, Data 360, MuleSoft, Agentforce Sales, and Agentforce Service, to build a connected foundation for intelligent loan processing. With Agentforce, Hero FinCorp automates key steps across pre-sanctioning and post-sanctioning, including document extraction, application validation, PAN and Aadhaar verification, credit and bank checks, e-signature initiation, document processing, and loan disbursal — powering faster, more efficient lending at scale. Data 360 unifies Salesforce and external data sources to create a trusted foundation for automation, while MuleSoft connects government verification systems, financial institutions, and document repositories through API-led integrations. Agentforce Sales and Agentforce Service power the customer and operational workflows underpinning the lending journey. Together, these capabilities are helping Hero FinCorp streamline loan approvals and deliver better experiences for customers, dealers, and employees. Hero FinCorp has achieved a 72% improvement in loan turnaround time for two-wheeler loan processing, with 92% of applications now going through Agentforce-enabled workflows. The company has also avoided 77% of Not In Good Order (NIGO) cases at the sales stage itself, helping reduce rework, minimise delays, and create a faster, smoother loan experience for customers and dealers. Today, the solution supports 6,461 dealers across India. These improvements are helping Hero FinCorp meet growing demand with greater agility, serve more customers, strengthen dealer relationships, and expand access to credit across India. Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Abhimanyu Munjal, Managing Director & CEO of Hero FinCorp, shared, “At Hero FinCorp, we are leveraging AI, data and digital innovation to transform the way customers access credit. As we continue to scale our business and expand financial inclusion across India, enhancing speed, efficiency and customer experience through technology remains a strategic priority. Our collaboration with Salesforce supports this vision by helping streamline key stages of the lending lifecycle and significantly reduce turnaround times. This is an important step in our journey to build a more agile, data-driven and customer-centric lending platform that can serve customers and dealer partners at scale, while strengthening the foundation for sustained and responsible growth.” Mankiran Chowhan, Managing Director, Salesforce India, said, “As customer expectations continue to evolve and financial institutions look for new ways to deliver faster, more seamless experiences, AI is becoming a strategic enabler for the future of financial services. Hero FinCorp is at the forefront of this transformation, leveraging Agentforce, data, and automation to reimagine loan processing and unlock new levels of efficiency, scalability, and customer service. Their approach shows how organizations can apply trusted AI to modernize core business operations while staying focused on what matters most — serving customers better. We are proud to partner with Hero FinCorp as they continue to drive innovation and expand financial access across India.” The collaboration builds on Hero FinCorp’s long-standing Salesforce foundation, with support from Salesforce Professional Services and Signature Success. After building and launching its first agent in just three weeks, Hero FinCorp is using Agentforce Builder to explore loan-processing agents for its business loans, loan against property and car loan teams, as well as a sales assistant agent to automate repetitive tasks for sales representatives. As Hero FinCorp expands its data and AI strategy, it is creating a trusted automation foundation to streamline operations, empower employees, and help more customers access financing. About Hero FinCorp Hero FinCorp is an Indian Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) offering a diversified portfolio of lending solutions across Retail, MSME, and Corporate segments. Its product suite includes two-wheeler, car, home (through its subsidiary Hero Housing Finance Limited), and personal loans, along with business, SME, and corporate financing.  The company has built an extensive national presence covering 18,600+ of India’s PIN codes, supported by a network of 4,200+ touchpoints. This wide distribution net enables Hero FinCorp to deliver financing solutions across 2,000+ cities, towns, and villages across India.  Having served over 13 million customers, Hero FinCorp operates on an AI-led architecture that integrates underwriting, analytics, and marketing capabilities across the credit lifecycle. This technology backbone enables faster underwriting, lean operating model, and credit delivery at scale.  As part of the Hero Group, Hero FinCorp draws on a legacy of trust, integrity, and long-term institution-building envisioned by the Hero Group’s Founder, Dr. Brijmohan Lall Munjal, while advancing responsible lending and building a future-ready financial services platform. For more information, visit: www.herofincorp.com. About Salesforce Salesforce helps organizations of any size become agentic enterprises – integrating humans, agents, apps, and data on a trusted, unified platform to unlock unprecedented growth and innovation. Visit www.salesforce.com/in for more information.

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Bisleri Launches Limited-Edition Cocktail 2 Bottles Featuring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna

Bisleri International, India’s leading packaged drinking water brand, has announced its limited-edition bottles inspired by Cocktail 2. The limited-edition bottles will feature the film’s star-studded lead cast, Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna, and are now available across key markets including Mumbai, Pune, Delhi NCR, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Ahmedabad in 250 ml, 500 ml and 1-litre packs.   Bisleri Launches Limited-Edition Cocktail 2 Bottles Featuring Shahid Kapoor, Kriti Sanon and Rashmika Mandanna   Timed with the release of Cocktail 2, the collaboration taps into the nostalgia and anticipation surrounding one of Bollywood’s most recognisable film franchises. With the sequel already generating significant buzz across social media and fan communities, Bisleri brings the excitement closer to consumers through limited-edition packs that celebrate entertainment, culture and shared experiences.   Commenting on the association, Tushar Malhotra, Director of Sales and Marketing at Bisleri International, said, “With its strong pop-culture appeal, Cocktail continues to hold a special place in the minds of audiences. As Cocktail 2 brings together a stellar cast and generates significant excitement among fans, it is poised to become one of the most talked-about entertainment events of the year. Bisleri’s association with the film aligns with our strategy of partnering with high-impact entertainment properties that drive engagement and cultural relevance, allowing us to be part of a moment that is already creating considerable buzz across audiences and platforms.”   The limited-edition Cocktail 2 bottles will be available across general and modern trade outlets in Mumbai, Pune, Delhi NCR, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Ahmedabad. As part of the activation, four specially branded Bisleri trucks will travel across Mumbai, creating high-impact visibility for the collaboration and building excitement around the film’s release. The campaign will also be amplified through branded retail visibility and digital engagement, extending the association beyond theatres and bringing it closer to consumers.   About Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd. With a legacy of over 50 years, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd. has grown to become one of the largest premium beverage businesses in India. Being the makers of the country’s largest-selling packaged drinking water, Bisleri follows a stringent process of 114 quality tests and a 10-stage purification. It remains true to its core value of providing consumers with pure, safe and healthy water.   Bisleri International has a strong presence with 128 operational plants and a robust distribution network of over 6,000 Distributors and 7,500 Distribution Trucks across India and UAE market. It offers a range of beverages that are produced for all occasions. Whether it is the promise of goodness, trust, and purity with Bisleri packaged drinking water, or a daily dose of health offered through Vedica Himalayan Spring Water. Besides, Bisleri International has ventured into fun-filled refreshments with a diverse range of carbonated drinks available in multiple flavours, such as Bisleri Limonata, Bisleri Rev, Bisleri Spyci Jeera, Bisleri Pop and Bisleri Soda. These Bisleri products are also available on the e-commerce platform – Bisleri@Doorstep. This D2C platform reassures customers that they will receive a safe and uninterrupted supply of their most trusted brand at their doorstep.   The core values of Bisleri International lie in yielding growth and embedding sustainability by being responsible in all aspects of the business. The organization has unveiled Sustainability 2.0 with Bisleri Greener Promise that focuses on creating greener future for all through implementing initiatives under the program of recycling, water conservation, and sustainability. For more information on Bisleri International, our people, brands, and OSR initiatives, visit www.bisleri.com.

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NCPEDP will Launch the First-of-its-kind Assistive Technology Policy Paper

The National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP), supported by Mphasis, is set to present a landmark policy paper titled Assistive Technology in India: A Systems and Investment Approach for Inclusion, Independence, and Economic Participation of Persons with Disabilities. The paper comes at a time when the need for assistive technology is rapidly growing across the world. According to the World Health Organization, more than 2.5 billion people globally require at least one assistive technology product—such as eyeglasses, hearing aids, wheelchairs, prosthetics or communication applications. Yet, less than 10% of people who need assistive technology in low in middle income countries have access to AT.   Recognising this urgent gap and the absence of a dedicated national policy framework in India, NCPEDP will unveil the policy paper on June 24. The document presents foundational recommendations for a National Assistive Technology Policy Framework and calls for a comprehensive overhaul of how India designs, delivers, finances and sustains assistive technology for persons with disabilities, older persons and individuals with functional limitations. It aims to provide a roadmap for government and other stakeholders to build an accessible, affordable and future-ready assistive technology ecosystem for the country.   Arman Ali, Executive Director of NCPEDP argues that assistive technology should no longer be viewed as a welfare measure or a one-time distribution exercise, but as essential social and economic infrastructure that directly impacts education, employment, healthcare access, mobility, independent living and productivity.   India is home to 2.68 crore persons with disabilities, while more than 70 percent of them live in rural areas where access to assistive services remains limited. The challenge is expected to grow further as India’s elderly population increases rapidly and more people live longer with chronic illnesses and functional impairments.   “India has established a strong normative and rights-based foundation for disability inclusion through the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, the Accessible India Campaign, and sectoral policies such as the National Education Policy, 2020. The Assistance to Disabled Persons for Purchase/Fitting of Aids and Appliances (ADIP) Scheme remains the principal public mechanism for AT provisioning and has expanded access to basic devices for many low-income households. However, assistive technology delivery remains fragmented across ministries, schemes, and service channels, with a predominant focus on device procurement and one-time distribution,” said Ali.   The policy paper estimates that India’s assistive technology market could reach USD 8-10 billion by 2030, presenting a significant opportunity for policy-led innovation, investment domestic manufacturing. Yet access remains limited to only a fraction of those who need assistive products and services.   The launch event is expected to bring together Members of Parliament, senior government officials, representatives from STPI and technology institutions, civil society organisations, development sector experts, disability rights advocates, academia, research institutes and persons with disabilities to discuss the future of assistive technology in India and the need for a dedicated national policy framework.

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Lloyds Realty Earns Great Place to Work Certification, Reinforcing its People-First Growth Journey

Lloyds Realty Developers Limited announced that it has been certified as a Great Place To Work, recognising the company’s commitment to fostering a high-trust, people-centric workplace culture built on employee experience, shared values, and long-term growth. The recognition comes at an important stage in the company’s journey as it continues to strengthen its presence across Mumbai.   Mr Ravi Agarwal, MD & Chairman of Lloyds Realty Developers Ltd. The Great Place To Work Certification is awarded to organizations that achieve a minimum of 70% positive response on an employee experience survey evaluating key areas such as credibility, respect, fairness, pride, and camaraderie. For more than 30 years, Great Place To Work has served as the global authority on workplace culture, drawing on insights from over 100 million employees across 150 countries through a rigorous, research-driven methodology widely regarded as the gold standard for assessing and defining exceptional workplaces.   Commenting on the recognition, Ravi Agarwal, Chairman and Managing Director, Lloyds Realty Developers Limited, said, “Receiving the Great Place To Work Certification is a proud milestone for Lloyds Realty and a reflection of the culture our teams have built together over time. As we continue to expand our footprint and pursue the next phase of growth, our people remain the foundation of everything we do. Accountability, Integrity, and Transparency are not simply values we uphold — they shape how we work, collaborate, and build lasting relationships with our employees, partners, and communities. I would like to thank every member of the Lloyds Realty family for their trust, dedication, and passion. We remain committed to creating an environment where individuals feel empowered to grow, contribute meaningfully, and take pride in shaping the future of our organisation.” “At Great Place To Work, we believe a great workplace is built through trust, purpose, and a people-first approach. By earning this Certification, Lloyds Realty Developers Ltd. has demonstrated its commitment to prioritizing employee experience and cultivating a culture where people thrive. This milestone celebrates your team’s dedication to creating a workplace that inspires excellence,” said Balbir Singh, CEO, Great Place To Work, India. As the company enters its next phase of growth, Lloyds Realty remains focused on strengthening a culture that attracts and nurtures talent, encourages innovation, and enables teams to create lasting value for customers, partners, and the communities it serves.  About Lloyds Realty Developers Limited Lloyds Realty Developers Limited is a Mumbai-based real estate development company and a subsidiary of Lloyds Enterprises Limited. Formerly known as Aristo Realty Developers Ltd. and tracing its roots back over three decades, the company has delivered close to 3 million square feet of residential and commercial real estate across Mumbai, Thane, Pune, and Tirupur, with landmark projects such as Pearl Residency, Lloyds Garden, and The Qube. The company brings a long-standing legacy in Mumbai’s redevelopment space, including cluster redevelopment and MHADA schemes, and is currently expanding its portfolio with new launches such as The Nilayam in Goregaon and Solace in Dadar (West). Guided by Chairman and Managing Director Ravi Agarwal, Lloyds Realty Developers Limited continues to focus on quality craftsmanship, timely delivery, and sustainable urban development across India’s real estate sector. www.lloydsrealty.com. About Great Place To Work Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture. Since 1992, it has surveyed more than 100 million employees worldwide and used those insights to define what makes a great workplace: trust. Through its certification process and surveys, the organization helps companies measure and improve their employee experience.

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The Maruti Swift is India's Favorite Used Car, and No Other Model Comes Close

The metro and non-metro regions in India’s used car market rarely agree on anything. Metro and non-metro buyers show different preferences on body type, features, on whether they even want a gearbox they have to operate themselves. On one point they agree – the Maruti Suzuki Swift is the most bought used car in the country, and it holds that spot in the biggest cities and the smallest towns alike.   For most of these buyers, the Swift is their first car. People reach for it when they have decided to stop depending on cabs, or when an older family car has started costing more at the workshop than it is worth. At that point a buyer wants the safe choice. Across 33 million users, the country keeps landing on the same one.   The Cars24 Team-BHP Gears of Growth report shows that the Swift holds a 4.93 percent share of all used car transactions nationally in 2025. In metro markets it leads at 5 percent. In non-metro markets it leads again at 4.80 percent. No other model in the report’s rankings appears at the top of more than one list. The Swift tops all three.   A lead that holds in every geography Nationally, the second-placed Wagon R sits at 3.47 percent, nearly a percentage and a half behind the Swift. In non-metro markets the distance is wider still: the Swift’s 4.80 percent share leads the second-placed Swift Dzire at 3.08 percent. In a market where the entire top 10 is separated by about three percentage points, that is a commanding margin.   Source: Cars24 Team-BHP Gears of Growth 2025 Report   Below the top spot the two lists pull apart fast. Metro buyers put the Honda City fourth and the Baleno fifth, both cars the report links to upgrade demand, newer model years and automatic gearboxes. Non-metro buyers rank the Swift Dzire second and push the Alto into their top 10, cars the report calls value-led and cheap to keep running. Two very different markets, one shared first choice.   Why the used Swift travels where other models cannot The report records that the second-hand Swift leads across all three markets. The reasons behind it sit in plain sight across the rest of the data.   First, the Swift is a hatchback, and hatchbacks still own this market. They make up 52 percent of all used car transactions in 2025, against 32 percent for SUVs and 16 percent for sedans. The report calls hatchbacks the backbone of the used market, cheap to run and easy to thread through city traffic. The Swift sits dead centre of that demand.   Second, the Swift fits how India actually drives. Manual gearboxes account for 72 percent of used car sales, and that share runs highest outside the metros. Most used Swifts are manual, frugal on fuel and cheap to fix, which lines them up with the largest pool of used car buyers.   Third, supply and resale, which buyers feel directly. Maruti has sold Swifts in volume since the mid-2000s, and its service network reaches towns most brands never bother with. For a first-time used car buyer, that cuts two ways. Any local mechanic can fix it, and when the time comes to sell, a Swift moves fast because the next buyer trusts it for the same reasons. The report puts the Swift’s lead down to this appeal across price points and age groups. People buy what they know they can repair anywhere and sell without a fight.   What the Swift’s lead does not mean The data deserves an honest reading. These are transactions on Cars24, drawn from more than 33 million users as of December 2025, not national registrations. Part of the Swift’s lead is simply supply: it tops the used charts partly because so many were sold new. And topping the charts is not the same as being the right car for everyone. The same report shows the Creta as the only SUV in the national top 10, proof that a growing group of buyers wants something the Swift is not.   The lead will may not hold forever either. SUV share of the used market has more than doubled since 2023, from 15 percent to 32 percent. Today’s new SUVs are the used stock of 2027 and 2028, and as that supply matures the hatchback’s grip on the top of the charts can loosen.   For now, the finding holds. In a used car market splitting into two Indias, one upgrading and one just arriving, the Swift is the answer both keep giving.   About the data All figures in this article are sourced from the Cars24 x Team BHP Gears of Growth 2025 report, based on Cars24’s internal transaction data comprising over 33 million users as of December 2025. Model shares refer to the share out of total used car transactions. 

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Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai Takes Over Jagruti Nagar Metro Station

Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai, one of the city’s most iconic shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations, announces a strategic branding initiative with Mumbai Metro, under which Jagruti Nagar Metro Station is branded as “Phoenix Jagruti Nagar.”   Phoenix Jagruti Nagar Located on the Versova – Ghatkopar corridor, one of Mumbai’s busiest east-west transit routes, Jagruti Metro Station offers access to a high-density commuter base. With seamless interchanges at Andheri and Ghatkopar connecting to suburban rail networks – and further integration with upcoming metro corridors – the line serves as a critical mobility backbone for the city. Mumbai Metro Line 1 witnesses a daily footfall of over 1 million commuters, spanning young professionals and students. At Jagruti Nagar Metro Station, average daily footfall stands at approximately 25,000 commuters, translating to nearly 7.5 lakh monthly. With an average travel time of approximately 20 minutes across the line, the environment offers brands sustained visibility and uninterrupted engagement. Exclusive station branding, in this context, enables brands to seamlessly integrate brand messaging along passenger journey asides to create a landmark presence – driving both recall and meaningful interaction across multiple commuter touchpoints. It delivers a unique reach over 1.4 lakh commuters and approximately 1.7 million impressions. Long term presence also helps build trust among regular metro commuters as well as road level commuters. Times OOH, having exclusive marketing rights for Mumbai Metro Line 1, has worked closely with Phoenix Marketcity to execute this large-scale branding initiative. This initiative taps into the station’s daily surge of commuters, transforming routine travel into repeated moments of brand recall. By placing Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai at a key urban access point, the association converts everyday movement into heightened visibility, stronger proximity and increased frequency of visits. With this collaborative partnership for the metro station, Phoenix has further become a part of the commuter journey integrated seamlessly across signage, maps, announcements and navigation, turning a transit hub into a powerful reminder of the mall. Commenting on the initiative, Vikas Shetty, Senior Vice President Leasing & Retail Director, The Phoenix Mills Ltd., said, “With the Phoenix Jagruti Nagar metro station branding, we’re strengthening Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai’s presence within the city’s daily movement patterns. By enhancing visibility at a key transit point, we are reinforcing the mall’s position as a well-connected destination within commuters’ everyday routines. Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai is already part of the city’s lifestyle fabric, and this initiative allows us to engage with consumers at another meaningful touchpoint, further deepening that connection.” Through the “Phoenix Jagruti Nagar” station branding, Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai aligns with the city’s evolving urban movement patterns, reinforcing its role as a conveniently accessible lifestyle destination that fits naturally into Mumbai’s everyday commute.  Adding to the partnership, Rohit Chopra, COO, Times OOH, said, “Phoenix is among the first brands from the retail shopping category to leverage a differentiated format like Exclusive Station Branding on Mumbai Metro. By transforming Jagruti Metro Station into an immersive brand environment, Phoenix Marketcity is extending its presence beyond physical retail spaces to build stronger recall and deeper relatability among daily commuters. What makes this initiative compelling is the brand’s strategic use of multiple formats across the station—creating a cohesive, high-impact visual experience. The vibrant design language not only enhances commuter engagement but also integrates seamlessly into their daily journeys. We believe this initiative will significantly strengthen Phoenix’s connection with Mumbai’s urban audience.” About Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai is the city’s premier destination for shopping, entertainment, and dining. Established in 2011, it covers 2.1 million square feet and attracts over 1.2 million visitors annually, making it the largest mall in Mumbai.   It houses international brands like Zara, Uniqlo, Marks & Spencer, H&M, Mango, Victoria’s Secret, Vero Moda, Bath and Body Works and Indian favourites like Nykaa Luxe, Masaba, Meena Bazaar, Lifestyle, Westside and many more.   With a variety of entertainment hotspots like The Game Palacio, PVR P[XL] and 4Dx, Timezone, etc. & over 100 top notch eateries, including Ishaara, Toscano, Punjab Grill, Café Delhi Heights, Pop Tates, Irish House, Tim Hortons, Pret A Manger, Starbucks etc. – there’s something for every mood, every day and every walk of life.   The mall also roofs the iconic Dublin Square – the city’s biggest indoor concert venue – hosting some of the most iconic artists like Passengers, Steve Vai, Ronan Keating, Quickstyle, MLTR, Lucky Ali, Amit Trivedi, Vengaboys, Shankar Mahadevan, Sonu Nigam and many more.   Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai promises the perfect amalgamation of retail and leisure for the entire family.

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Signify Strengthens Human-Wildlife Coexistence Efforts in Uttar Pradesh Through Flagship CSR Initiative, Har Gaon Roshan

In line with its #BrighterLivesBetterWorld vision, Signify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, reaffirmed its commitment to creating safer, resilient, and sustainable rural communities through its flagship CSR initiative Signify Har Gaon Roshan at the Human-Animal Conflict: Challenges and Future Strategy event, Dudhwa National Park, Uttar Pradesh.   Coffee Table Book Launch   The event was graced by Dr. Arun Kumar Saxena, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), and Shri K. P. Malik, Hon’ble Minister of State, Forest, Environment and Zoological Parks Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh. Additionally, V. Hekali Zhimomi, IAS Principal Secretary, Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh, and Anuradha Vemuri, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife), Government of Uttar Pradesh, senior policymakers, forest officials, members of the Tharu tribal community and conservation experts were also present to address challenges faced by communities residing in forest fringe areas where a host of reasons increase the vulnerability to human–wildlife encounters.   Letter of Intent   Signify Har Gaon Roshan CSR initiative updates shared during the event: Terai region impact: Successfully impacted over 400 forest fringe villages, since 2019 Wider Footprint: Installed over 9000 LED streetlights across 400 villages in Uttar Pradesh (in and around Pilibhit, Dudhwa, Amangarh Tiger Reserves, Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary, Nagina, Chitrakoot, and Bahraich) Future Expansion: Signify presented a Letter of Intent (LoI) for the installation of 1500 additional LED streetlights across 67 villages with high rate of human-wildlife conflict in the Katarniaghat landscape. Coffee Table book launch: focused on the impact of the recent project in Dudhwa National Park through real stories, illustrating how access to light has helped create safer public spaces and enhance community resilience.     Addressing the gathering, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), Dr. Arun Kumar Saxena, highlighted the growing challenge of human–wildlife conflict in forest landscapes and emphasized the need for collaborative efforts involving government departments, experts, civil society organizations, CSR initiatives and local communities to develop practical and sustainable solutions. He commended Signify for its contribution to community safety and rural development through Signify Har Gaon Roshan CSR initiative and congratulated the organization for expanding its support to forest fringe communities across Uttar Pradesh.   Through Har Gaon Roshan, Signify continues to support rural communities through innovative lighting solutions that improve safety, strengthen community resilience, and contribute to sustainable development outcomes, working in partnership with BharatCares.   About Signify   Signify (Euronext: LIGHT) is the world leader in lighting for professionals and consumers. We proudly bring to market the world’s best lighting brands, from Signify, Philips, Philips Hue, Signify Interact, Philips Dynalite, Color Kinetics and many more. Our advanced products, connected systems and services unlock the extraordinary potential of light for brighter lives and a better world. In 2025, we had sales of EUR 5.8 billion, approximately 27,000 employees, and a presence in over 70 markets. We are in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and hold the EcoVadis Platinum rating.  News and updates from Signify can be found in the Newsroom, on LinkedIn and Instagram. Information for investors is located on the Investor Relations page

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