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Landmark Cars: Betting Big On Festive Season

The company is eyeing a 30 to 40 per cent increase in sales during the upcoming festive season, says, Sanjay Thakker, promoter and executive Chairman, Landmark Cars Limited

Leadership

The Inclusive Leader

With the dramatic change in sentiment around work practices, Ashok Gupta, MD and CEO, Shalimar Paints focuses on business ethics and building an inclusive work culture

Entrepreneurs

Info Edge: Decoding Ideas Since 1995

Hitesh Oberoi, MD & CEO, Info Edge, had been leading the mandate for the company since 2000. Speaking at the Entrepreneur 2023 Summit in New Delhi, he shared insights into how investments in technology and innovations helped the company navigate challenging times

Leadership

How Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Is Cleverly Driving Towards a 5% Market Share

Piyush Arora, MD & CEO, Škoda Auto Volkswagen India, unveils his plans to keep the ball rolling for the Indian market. From increasing capacities, expanding market share to scaling up exports, the German company has an aggressive plan of action for 2023

Technology

Qualcomm India: Focused On Improving Business Across New Verticals

Apart from our focus on smartphones, Qualcomm India's 2023 pivot revolves around auto, drones and cameras, says Rajen Vagadia, VP and president- Qualcomm India & SAARC

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Aequs: Revolutionizing Aerospace Component Industry

In the aerospace industry, it has established partnerships with major customers, including OEMs and companies such as Airbus, Collins, Safran, Boeing

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Akasa Air: Aiming To Be a Cost Leader

We are heads down focused on our particular strategy, which is cost leadership, service excellence and employee centricity, says, Vinay Dube, founder and CEO, Akasa Air

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Luxury Cars: Need For Speed In Tier II, Tier III Cities

Companies such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Lexus, Lamborghini and others see potential in emerging markets of Tier II and Tier III cities. Ludhiana, Udaipur, Kanpur, Mysore, among others, where there are high numbers of NRIs and HNIs have seen high penetration of luxury cars

Growth Strategies

Etihad Airways: Targeting Indian Market Beyond Metro Cities

Etihad has connected Indian travelers, particularly from regional and smaller gateways (non-metro/Tier II), to both Abu Dhabi and Etihad's global network through Air Arabia Abu Dhabi joint venture, with Kozhikode and Thiruvananthapuram serving as crucial entry points

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Why Are FMCG Giants Adding D2C To Its Cart?

According to a Mordor Intelligence report, the total addressable D2C market in India is forecast to hit $100 billion by 2025. The opportunity is so lucrative that traditional FMCG companies such as Dabur, ITC, Marico, Wipro Consumer Care & Lighting, Parle Agro are trying their luck in the space either by acquisitions or starting their own digital first brands

Entrepreneurs

Uno Minda: The Trend Setter In Automotive Solutions

In 2023, Uno Minda's key focus area is on aggressively expanding its EV Specific product. It also aims to increase exports by offering an entire bouquet of products to global OEMs and is targeting export growth to outpace domestic growth

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Lexus: Getting the 'Luxe' Factor Right For Luxury Cars

From clocking a significant amount of revenue from smaller towns to navigating the macroeconomic headwinds, Lexus has cracked the code for the Indian market. However, it is vigilant. "We need to carefully watch as we go towards the second or maybe the third quarter of 2023," says Naveen Soni, president, Lexus India

Technology

Make In India: Nokia To Turn India an Exporting Hub; Aims Africa, Asia Pacific, Middle East

From launching exclusive services in the country to reaching its target customers in rural India, HMD Global, the makers of Nokia phones, has expansion plans up its sleeves

Leadership

BSH Home Appliances: In Line With Atmanirbhar Bharat In Consumer Goods

In accordance with the government's Make In India initiative, the company is strengthening its production capacities in India. Besides, the firm is also working on its goal of entering every Indian household with innovation at its core. From collaborating with startups to practicing sustainability, the company is on a hot streak

News and Trends

Lakmé Lever: Adding the Glam Factor To Business

Amongst its latest innovations are AI-backed digital tools for analyzing consumers hair, skin or other grooming needs, coupled with machine interventions which forms an integral part of its product formulations