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Veedol signs Sourav Ganguly as its brand ambassador

Veedol has a strong presence across all automotive segments, including 2-wheelers, passenger cars, agri and commercial vehicles (both heavy and small). There are products across various performance specifications and price points. Traditionally strong in the 2-wheeler segment with its flagship brand "Take-Off" and in agriculture with "Prima," Veedol is increasingly expanding its presence in the passenger car (PCMO) and commercial vehicle (CV) segments.

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Tata Group retains No 1 position in Brand Finance India Report 2024

Infosys has also exhibited a strong growth with a 9 per cent growth. The report has put its brand value to USD 14.2 billion despite a slowdown in the global IT Services sector. While HDFC Group has jumped to third sport with a valuation of USD 10.4 billion, following its merger with HDFC Ltd.

Tata Group is India’s most valuable brand: Report

Tata Group has maintained its position as India’s most valuable brand with a brand value of $28.6 billion, according to the latest Brand Finance India 100 2024 report. The group's Taj hotel brand also secured the top spot as India’s strongest brand. Infosys follows as the second-most valuable brand with a brand value of $14.2 billion, showing a steady 9% growth. HDFC Group surged to the third spot with a brand value of $10.4 billion following its merger with HDFC Ltd.

This fund manager thinks it is the right time to bet on consumption theme. Here’s why

The common theme is these are all branded goods and services that consumers are either consuming today or want to consume. So, in a way, this is a heterogeneous thematic, which allows for that opportunity for picking and managing between different sub-segments, as well as diversification, says Nippon India MF's Amar Kalkundrikar.

Abhishek Sharma, Riyan Parag, Mayank Yadav likely to get India call-ups for Zimbabwe T20I series: Sources

India will be touring Zimbabwe for a five-match T20I series following the conclusion of the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup. The series will start on July 6 and go on until July 14 with all matches taking place in Harare.

Beauty secrets: Inside India's booming beauty industry that relies on hundreds of contract manufacturers

Nishit Dedhia, the MD and cofounder of Kain Cosmeceuticals, is leading a tour of his cosmetics manufacturing facility in Khopoli, Maharashtra. The facility produces a variety of beauty products for the growing direct-to-consumer market in India.

Best T-Shirts for Men under 1500 in India: Comfort and Durability (2024)

Are you looking for t-shirts? If so, then continue reading this article where we have curated a list of the best t-shirts for men under 1500 in India. These t-shirts are made from quality fabric and sturdy construction which makes them comfortable and durable. Find the one that suits you the best and place your order using the buying link shared in the article below.

Aditya Birla Capital to sponsor Indian team at Paris Olympics 2024

Aditya Birla Capital has partnered with the Indian Olympic Association as the Official Sponsor of Team India at the Paris Olympics 2024. The partnership includes launching a marketing campaign featuring India’s leading athletes and brand activations to generate nationwide support for the Indian Olympic contingent.

ET graphics: Shah Rukh Khan rises to third in celebrity brand value rankings, Kroll study shows

A study by Kroll ranks India's most powerful celebrity brands based on endorsement portfolios and social media presence, with Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan ranking third in terms of brand value.

Virat Kohli, SRK, Ranveer Singh: Check celebs with the highest brand value

Virat Kohli reclaims India's most valued celebrity title, SRK returns to top 5. Check the top 25 list

Cricketer Virat Kohli reclaimed the top spot as India's most valued celebrity with a brand value of USD 227.9 million, surpassing actor Ranveer Singh. The report by consultancy firm Kroll shows Kohli's growth but still shy of his peak value of USD 237.7 million.

Services export boom is most unheralded story of India in last five years: S Naren

​And I do not like to name companies, but most of the financial services companies in the world are dependent on their Indian global competency centres to do all kinds of work for them and that is the biggest positive that has happened and due credit to India for having achieved it over the last five years because 10 years back we had IT services companies, we did not have GCCs of the scale.

Taj reclaims crown of world's strongest hotel brand

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), the largest hospitality company in India, announced that its iconic brand, Taj, has reclaimed its title as the World's Strongest Hotel Brand according to Brand Finance's 'Hotels 50 2024' annual report. The report recognized Taj's brand value, which increased by 45% to $545 million, making it the world's strongest hotel brand with an AAA+ rating. Taj also ranked as the second-fastest-growing brand globally.

IPL's business value has risen by 6.5% to $16.4 billion in 2024: Houlihan Lokey

The Indian Premier League's (IPL) business value has surged by 6.5% year-on-year to $16.4 billion in 2024, driven by key deals with Disney Star, Viacom18, and Tata Sons. Chennai Super Kings retains top spot in brand value, followed by Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Kolkata Knight Riders. IPL's growth signifies its global status and innovative fan engagement strategies, attracting private equity investments.

Ice cream brand Hocco secures Rs 100 crore, valuation hits Rs 600 crore

Ahmedabad's Hocco has secured fresh funding of Rs 100 crore (approximately $12 million). Led by the founding Chona family and existing investor Sauce VC, the round valued Hocco at Rs 600 crore. The deal also attracted angel investors like Bollywood filmmakers Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar. The company projects revenue to reach Rs 200 crore by March 2025.

Surprise poll results impact startups' plans, and other top stories this week

In a week charged with political buzz, the BJP government came back to power after a stormy election, but without a full majority that left it dependent on the whims of its alliance partners. Unnerved, the markets went into a tailspin on counting day, with both benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty50, dropping 8% intraday. They recovered a day later as hopes of a stable government revived.

Inaugural World Championship of Legends is a fusion of cricket heritage and business strategy, say team owners

The India Champions team, led by Salman Ahmed, Sumant Bahl, and Jaspal Bahra, prepares to showcase high-caliber cricket performances with legendary players at the World Championship of Legends, celebrating cricket's enduring legacy on a global scale.

5Ms behind 400 paar? Why are BJP and Modi so confident of winning Lok Sabha elections?

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is predicted to win a landslide victory in the recent Lok Sabha election, making incumbent PM Narendra Modi the second Prime Minister of India after Jawaharlal Nehru. The BJP's campaign relies on three pillars: Modi, Money, and Machine. Brand Modi is the most potent weapon in the saffron party's arsenal, with the party focusing on capitalising on the Modi brand, supported by the RSS and panna pramukhs. The INDIA bloc has struggled to find a leader who can challenge Modi's might, and the Opposition's inability to form a formidable alliance against Modi highlights their struggles.

10 Best Black Teas in India With the Finest Flavors and Aromas

This article reviews the 10 best black teas available online in India, highlighting their unique flavors, quality, and customer feedback. From robust Assams to delicate Darjeelings, it provides a comprehensive guide to help tea enthusiasts find their perfect brew. Each product's key features, pros, and cons are detailed for informed purchasing decisions.

Election outcomes won't disrupt India's economic stability: Saurabh Mukherjea

​There will probably be governance continuity as well, but almost certainly there will be policy continuity and hence, my point of view to the foreign investors is, beyond a point, you should not overemphasise the elections.

Advertisers in a state of doubt over T20 World Cup

Advertisers are grappling with whether to put their money solely on India's matches, particularly the eagerly awaited clash with Pakistan, or buy non-India games as Disney Star strives to sell a bulk of its ICC Men's T20 World Cup TV ad inventory.

Better placed than many: 4 stocks from different sectors, common thread, MOAT of strong brands, with an upside potential of up to 43 %

When GST was introduced, there was an argument on the street about business shifting from unorganized to organized sector. There were some businesses, where unorganized players were at an advantage because of the fact that they were able to evade taxes and stay competitive. Now that GST has been implemented some sectors have actually seen that advantage due to tax arbitrage going away. This has led to a situation where some companies which had strong brands gained market share. Especially in industries whose overall size is not very large but brands play an important role. For example mattress, small kitchen appliances, water purifiers, the overall size of these industries may not be very large but the players who have strong brands have a huge advantage and are able to charge a premium at all times and they have become a stronger player on the street also. Yes, they may not see very high growth year after year, but their cash flows are stronger in times of slowdown, they tend to outperform.