Archives 2025

2nd January 2025 – Ahead of the festive season, G0VO, a pioneer in home audio innovation, has raised the bar with the launch of its latest product – the GoLoud 970 Party Speaker. This powerful audio system is a remarkable addition to G0VO’s home audio line-up, delivering exceptional sound quality and a range of versatile features. Engineered to provide an electrifying party atmosphere, the GoLoud 970 Party Speaker is at the forefront of advanced home audio technology.

Globally, the soundbar market is experiencing remarkable growth, projected to soar from USD 8.80 billion in 2024 to USD 13.12 billion by 2029, with a robust CAGR of 8.30%. G0VO’s new launch underscores the increasing consumer demand for high-quality audio solutions in home entertainment systems.

Commenting on the launch of the GoLoud 970 party speaker, Mr. Piyush Jalan, Co-founder and COO of G0VO expressed his excitement, stating, “We are excited to introduce the GoLoud 970 Party Speaker, our newest innovation designed to elevate users’ music experiences. Our latest product aims to meet our vision of delivering top-notch audio quality and can turn any event into a vibrant party. We are seeing an increasing demand for party speakers, and with every new launch, we continue to innovate to meet the evolving needs of our customers.”

Salient features of the GoLoud 970 Party Speaker include:

· Portable Design: Equipped with wheels and a handle for easy transportation

· Water-Resistant: Designed to withstand splashes and spills for worry-free use

· Guitar Input: Easily connect a guitar for a seamless performance

· Multiple Connectivity Options: Variety of connectivity options for convenience. Connect devices via Aux, USB, TF Card or stream music wirelessly with Bluetooth

· Bluetooth V5.3: High-quality audio experience with the latest Bluetooth V5.3 technology. Connect mobile devices automatically and play music louder and clearer than ever

· Integrated control: Power at ones’ fingertips

· Upto 6H of playback: Enjoy extended listening with an RGB LED frame

· Warranty: 1 year

• Air India’s cabin crew recreated iconic New York City moments and visited popular movie locations to celebrate new Air India’s arrival in New York (JFK) and Newark (EWR)

02 January 2025: Air India, India’s leading global airline, today began operating its flagship A350-900 aircraft on non-stop flights between Delhi and Newark’s Liberty International Airport (EWR). This follows Air India’s A350 service on the Delhi-New York (JFK) inaugurated on November 1, 2024.

With this, Air India now serves all non-stop flights between India’s capital and the New York region with its A350 aircraft, offering its all-new interiors, including private suites in Business Class and a Premium Economy cabin, as well as an award-winning new Inflight Entertainment (IFE) system, enhanced catering, and new serviceware.

In celebration of the launch, Air India’s cabin crew went on a cinematic journey to recreate iconic New York City moments and in search of some of the city’s landmarks featured in globally popular Hollywood and Bollywood movies. Donning their new Manish Malhotra-designed uniforms, here is how they strolled through the bustling city, expressing their excitement and pride for the ‘new Air India experience’ arriving in New York.

THE ICONIC ‘LUNCH ATOP A SKYSCRAPER’ PHOTO RECREATED
Reliving a piece of history, Air India cabin crew members recreated one of the most influential photographs of all time, the iconic ‘Lunch Atop a Skyscraper’ photograph from 1932. The photograph showed ironworkers taking a casual lunch break on a towering skyscraper beam during the construction of 30 Rockefeller Plaza. Air India’s crew took a moment to capture the spirit of innovation and adventure embodied in the striking photograph, atop Rockefeller Plaza.

GAPSTOW BRIDGE, CENTRAL PARK

The serene beauty and lush greenery around the picturesque Gapstow Bridge in Central Park has made the bridge a popular choice among filmmakers across generations. This is where Kevin McCallister first encounters the pigeon lady in Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, and it is also where the ‘Runway Jungle’ photo shoot takes place in The Devil Wears Prada.

ON THE STEPS OF THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART (THE MET)

The grand staircase of The MET that leads up to the museum’s entrance is a striking architectural feature, and where numerous TV shows and films have been shot. The MET steps were a regular backdrop for popular drama series, Gossip Girls, as well as for much of the popular heist movie, Ocean’s 8. And in When Harry Met Sally, the funny “pecan pie” sequence, in which Harry and Sally are in a museum and they talk about ‘too much pepper on paprikash’, was filmed here.

AT TIMES SQUARE

The Air India crew strolled the busy sidewalks under the bright neon lights of Times Square, as the highly popular tourist attraction has featured in numerous Bollywood and Hollywood movies. Whether it is the subliminal imagery in Tom Cruise’s Vanilla Sky that shows him running alone through Times Square, the flashmob scene in Friends with Benefits, or Preity Zinta’s happy dance in the Bollywood movie Kal Ho Naa Ho, Times Square dazzles anywhere one sees it, on the silver screen and in real life.

THE NEW YORK TAXIS

The iconic yellow cabs or taxis in New York have become a staple in countless movies set in the city. They often serve as more than just transportation, symbolizing the hustle and bustle of urban life and even playing active roles in plots. Whether it’s a quick cameo or a central element, the New York taxis are a cinematic icon.

THE ROTUNDA ROOM AT THE PIERRE, A TAJ HOTEL

The iconic scene from Scent of a Woman, in which Frank (Al Pacino) and Donna (Gabrielle Anwar) tangoed was filmed at The Pierre, providing the perfect backdrop for the passionate dance and making it one of the most memorable moments in the film. Air India crew stopped by in the stunning Rotunda Room at The Pierre Hotel in Manhattan to remember the iconic film.

SUTTON PLACE PARK (UNDERNEATH QUEENSBORO BRIDGE)

The 1979 Woody Allen classic, Manhattan, known for being a glorious celebration of New York, was another inspiration for the cabin crew members. The Air India crew found the exact spot and recreated the profound scene in which Isaac Davis (Woody Allen) and Mary Wilkie (Diane Keaton) sit underneath Queensboro Bridge, admiring it and talking to each other until dawn. An image of the scene also became the film’s iconic poster.

01 January 2025: Nissan Motor India announced at the start of the new year, that it has crossed the booking milestone of 10,000+ units of the New Nissan Magnite SUV this month and ended the calendar year (CY) with 91,184 units between Jan 24 to Dec 24. This milestone comes alongside recording total consolidated wholesale dispatches of 11,676 units in December 2024, reflecting robust demand for Nissan cars in both domestic and international markets.

Export wholesale stood at 9,558 units and domestic sales accounted for 2,118 units for the month of December’24. The export wholesale of 9,558 units in December’24 witnessed a 72% Year-on-Year (YoY) increase compared to 5,561 units sold in December’23 last year and a Month-on-Month (MoM) growth of 43% vis-a-vis 6,698 units sold in November’24.

The export performance witnessed considerable growth with YTD FY24 export growth at 63% compared to YTD FY23, alongside a 72% MoM increase in export dispatches. This consistent strong performance highlight the growing confidence and enthusiasm among customers for Nissan’s vehicles.

Mr. Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, said
“The year 2024 marked a transformative phase for Nissan in India as we embarked on the turnaround and introduced new models like the 4th Generation Nissan X-TRAIL and the New Nissan Magnite. This historic best sales performance in December also reflects the continued trust and enthusiasm of customers for our vehicles in both domestic and international markets. Our recent network expansion into cities like Nashik and Gorakhpur, along with the goal of achieving 300 touchpoints by the end of this fiscal year, reflects our focus on enhancing customer reach and experience across the country.”

He added: “We remain committed to our dealers, partners and stakeholders in India and are focused on delivering the India turnaround plan. We are optimistic about building on this momentum to deliver even more value to our customers in the year ahead.”

As part of its growth strategy for India, Nissan Motor India (NMIPL) has recently inaugurated its first state-of-the-art National Training Centre- Nissan Academy, at the Alliance JV plant in Chennai. The academy aims to enhance the skills and capabilities of Nissan’s dealership and service staff network across the country, emphasizing the brand’s focus on providing an exceptional customer experience.

The growing demand for the ‘One Car, One World’ – Made in India New Nissan Magnite across international markets has enabled Nissan to expand its export footprint to more than 45 new markets, which will bring its total presence to over 65 countries, including in soon to be launched Left-Hand Drive (LHD) markets.

Building on its ‘One Car, One World’ philosophy, Nissan Motor India commenced exporting its recently launched SUV, the New Nissan Magnite to South Africa. In line with the announcement made during the New Nissan Magnite launch in October this year, the company rolled out its latest offering from Nissan’s Alliance JV plant in Chennai to international markets, with South Africa becoming the first country to receive the New Nissan Magnite.

Over 2,700 units of the New Magnite SUV have been shipped from the Chennai port within a month after its international launch in India. The Nissan Magnite remains a testament to Nissan’s ‘Make-in-India, Make for the World’ vision, surpassing cumulative sales of 150,000+ units till date and making a powerful impact in both Indian and international markets since its December 2020 debut.

This milestone reinforces India’s position as a significant export hub for Nissan. The New Nissan Magnite features a bold, stylish design both inside and out, offering 20+ first & Best-In-Segment features and 55+ total safety features.

Hyderabad, January 01, 2025: TiE Hyderabad, the global entrepreneurial network, announced Rajesh Pagadala, the new President and Murali Kakarla as the Vice President for the year 2025

He has taken over the reins from Srini Chandupatla, with effect from 1st January 2025.

TiE (The Indus Entrepreneurs), is a non-profit organization that supports entrepreneurs at all stages of their entrepreneurial journey is a global body. It has Chapters around the world. TiE Hyderabad of which Rajesh Pagdala is taking over as 15th President, is the most vibrant Chapters in India.

Established in 1992, TiE Hyderabad has been supporting entrepreneurs by offering education, mentorship, networking, and funding opportunities. It hosted Global Summits, TiE Sustainability Summit, the world’s largest summit, where entrepreneurship met sustainability.

Rajesh Pagadala who is taking over the mantle of such a Chapter is the Managing Director of Pagadala Constructions Private Limited. He is a well-known personality in Hyderabad’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Rajesh Pagadala brings over 25 years of experience in organizational management, project execution, and strategic planning. With expertise spanning real estate, infrastructure development, and IT consulting, Rajesh has contributed significantly to the growth of prominent organizations, including Aditya Group of Companies, and holds a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from Arizona State University, USA.

He was President-Elect and Vice President, of TiE Hyderabad in the year 2024.

Murali Kakarla, Founder & CEO, of Innobox, is elected Vice President for the year 2025. Murali Kakarla is a visionary entrepreneur and technocrat with over 12 years of experience leading engineering teams at AMD, NVIDIA, and Portal Player. With expertise in wireless networking, AI/ML, and edge computing, he has contributed to groundbreaking innovations in consumer electronics, holds a patent in optimal power usage, and actively engages with academia as an adjunct professor.

Setting the agenda for TiE Hyderabad in 2025, Rajesh Pagadala said, “As I take on the role of President of TiE Hyderabad, I am both humbled and energized by the opportunity to build upon the incredible legacy of this chapter.

A key highlight of 2025 will be the Hyderabad Entrepreneurship Summit, set to take place in August. TiE Hyderabad plans to organize this landmark event on a grand scale, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders to celebrate and foster innovation, collaboration, and growth.

My focus for 2025, he adds will be on deepening the chapter’s engagement with startups and entrepreneurs, fostering innovation through targeted programs, and creating pathways for sustainable growth. We will prioritize initiatives that strengthen corporate partnerships, enable global market access for startups, and leverage the expertise of our charter members to mentor the next generation of entrepreneurs. Additionally, enhancing TiE Hyderabad’s digital presence and expanding our community outreach through strategic events and collaborations will be key focus areas. I look forward to working with our dynamic board and members to further solidify TiE Hyderabad’s position as a leading force in the global entrepreneurial ecosystem.”

The new board comprises Rajesh Pagadala, Managing Director of Pagadala Constructions Private Limited as the President; Murali Kakarla, Founder & CEO, Innobox, Srini Chandupatla, Chief Strategy Officer, BlueSemi as Immediate Past President TiE Hyderabad. The other board members for 2025 include Sandip Patnaik, Sr. Managing Director, JLL India; Pavan Peechara, Founder & CEO/President and Director, Taxilla/Adaequare and Udyog Software; Shyam Palreddy, Founder & CEO, GGK Technologies Pvt Ltd & Paltech; and Abhishek Reddy Kankanala, Chairman & MD, DevPixel; Neetika Maheshwari, Founder, Accelero Corporation; Anuj Kapoor, Founder and Partner, Upwisery, Sridhar Sriramaneni, Co-Founder & COO, Wcommerce; Shashidhar Reddy, Senior Vice President, Qualcomm; Jayaram Valliyur, Senior Director, Uber; Gaurav Mathur, Chief Operating Officer, Areteans

Welcoming Rajesh Pagadala as the new President of TiE Hyderabad, Srini Chandupatla said, “It has been an incredible honor to serve as the President of TiE Hyderabad over the past year. Reflecting on this journey, I am filled with pride at the milestones we have achieved together. From successfully hosting the TiE Young Entrepreneurs (TYE) Globals, a program that brought global recognition to the young entrepreneurial talent in Hyderabad, to launching the Startup Series that highlighted inspiring stories of innovation, our chapter has continued to push boundaries. The 25th-anniversary celebrations, graced by the Governor of Telangana, were a testament to the strength of our community and the impact of TiE Hyderabad. I am deeply grateful for the unwavering support of our members, mentors, and partners, whose dedication has been the cornerstone of our success. As I pass on the baton, I am confident that TiE Hyderabad will continue its upward trajectory under Rajesh’s capable leadership.”

New Delhi, January 1, 2025: Delhi SG Pipers has onboarded Somany Ceramics as its associate sponsor for the upcoming edition of the Hockey India League (HIL).

As part of this partnership, the franchise will proudly display the ceramic tile giant’s name on the collars of the men’s and women’s team jerseys. Commenting on this association with Somany, Mahesh Bhupathi, CEO of SG Sports, Media and Entertainment said, “We are delighted to have Somany Ceramics as our associate sponsor for the upcoming edition of the Hockey India League.”

He added, “The brand’s commitment to quality and innovation resonates with our team’s values, our style of sport and play – plus the millions of fans who look up to us for inspiration. We look forward to working together with Somany to create engaging experiences for our fans and viewers.”

Delhi SG Pipers is owned by SG Sports, Media, and Entertainment (SGSE), which is part of the APL Apollo Group. The squad boasts strong names such as Olympic medal winners Jarmanpreet Singh, Rajkumar Pal, and Shamsher Singh.

Speaking about the association, Abhishek Somany, Managing Director and CEO of Somany Ceramics Limited, said: “Somany Ceramics is proud to partner with the Delhi SG Pipers for the Indian Hockey League 2025. This collaboration reflects our ethos, ‘Zameen Se Jude,’ celebrating the resilience, unity, and spirit that hockey symbolizes for our nation. Together, we honor India’s rich heritage and inspire future generations to carry forward this legacy with pride.”

Legendary Indian goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, who fired India to its second successive bronze medal at the Paris Olympics, has been roped in as Director of Hockey by the franchise, while former India men’s national team coach Graham Reid, under whose tenure India ended its 41-year drought for an Olympic medal at the Tokyo Games in 2021, is the head coach of the men’s team. Dutchman Dave Smolenaars has been named the women’s team head coach.

SG Sports, Media and Entertainment, a subsidiary of APL Apollo Group, has interests in a variety of sports, including chess, cricket, table tennis and football.

Making a comeback in its sixth iteration after a seven-year hiatus, the Hockey India League will feature eight men’s and four women’s teams and will be played from 28 December 2024 to 1st February 2025 in Rourkela and Ranchi.

Hyderabad, January 1, 2025: PVV Infra Limited, an Infrastructure Company mainly into solar power rooftop installations, at its Board meeting held today approved several strategic decisions aimed at enhancing the company’s growth trajectory and strengthening its operational framework.

Among the key decisions, the Board approved raising up to ₹49.50 crore through a Rights Issue of fully paid-up equity shares with a face value of ₹10 each, providing existing shareholders an opportunity to participate in the company’s growth. The specifics of the issue, including the price, entitlement ratio, and record date, will be finalized in due course, subject to regulatory approvals.

To support future growth and funding needs, the Board proposed increasing the authorized share capital from ₹60 crore to ₹120 crore, subject to shareholders’ approval via a postal ballot. Additionally, the Board approved alterations in the Object Clause of the Memorandum of Association (MOA) to incorporate activities related to solar and wind energy systems, LED manufacturing, EV products, and consultancy services, underscoring the company’s commitment to sustainability and green energy initiatives.

In a significant move, Mr. Sunil Jagtap, an expert in green energy with over 22 years of experience in the solar and wind energy sectors, was appointed as an Additional Director under the Executive Director category. His extensive expertise is expected to greatly enhance the company’s renewable energy endeavours.

The Board also appointed M/s Sambhu Prasad Hanumath Venkata Srinaga Mukkamala, a prominent firm of Practicing Company Secretaries from Visakhapatnam, as the Secretarial Auditor for FY 2024-25. Furthermore, the Board approved the circulation of a postal ballot notice to seek shareholder approval for these critical decisions.