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India's retail car sales jump nearly 29% in June
India's auto sector recorded passenger vehicle sales growth of 28.63% in June. The overall automobile industry saw a 21.83% jump, driven by strong performances in tractors and two-wheelers. Rural areas outpaced urban centers in passenger vehicle growth. Notably, alternative fuel vehicles, including EVs, experienced a remarkable 40.35% increase.
Accel, Nikhil Kamath-backed Sarla Aviation completes flight test campaign of demo e-aircraft
Bengaluru-based Sarla Aviation, backed by Nikhil Kamath, has successfully completed flight tests for its electric aircraft technology demonstrator, Sylla. This milestone precedes the planned 2028 launch of their full air taxi, Shunya. Sylla 1.0 validated key engineering objectives, including vertical take-off and hover capabilities, marking a significant step for India's urban air mobility sector.
Lithium Urban bags investment from JSW Green Mobility, co eyes 3-fold growth in 2 years
Lithium Urban Technologies, backed by Eversource Capital, has secured a strategic investment from JSW Green Mobility to fuel a three-fold growth over the next two years. This move aims to boost the company's expansion in response to surging demand for sustainable, tech-driven mobility solutions.
Delhivery and Bajaj Auto partner for modernization of urban logistics
To deploy 200 Bajaj RIKI eCarts across its last-mile delivery network
Top Gainers & Losers on June 22: Kirloskar Oil Engines, Delhivery, Gabriel India, Urban Company among top gainers
The Indian stock market closed with gains as US-Iran peace talks progressed, boosting pharmaceutical and technology stocks. The Nifty 50 rose 0.37% to 24,102, while the Sensex closed at 77,044, up 0.31%. Broader markets and various sector indices also recorded positive movements.
Hero MotoCorp plans to expand flex-fuel capability up to E100, bets on multi-fuel future
Hero MotoCorp is embracing a multi-fuel future, planning to extend its flex-fuel vehicle capabilities to E100. The company is also investing heavily in electrification across various two-wheeler segments, aiming to cater to both urban demand for EVs and the strong rural market for internal combustion engines.
Vietnam’s Vingroup-backed Green SM to expand India’s office space presence with Urban Vault
Green SM, Vietnam's electric ride-hailing service, is expanding its Indian operations. The company has partnered with Urban Vault for flexible workspaces. Green SM has leased 500 seats in Gurugram and plans to take 1,000 more in Noida and other cities. This collaboration supports Green SM's launch and growth across India, aiming to promote sustainable urban mobility.
Prestige unveils convention centre in Bengaluru Airport City
Prestige Group, in partnership with Bengaluru Airport City (BACL), today announced a landmark integrated destination within Bengaluru Airport City that will bring together business, hospitality, culture, and experiences in one seamlessly connected ecosystem. Anchored by a state-of-the-art convention centre, the development marks a significant milestone in the evolution of Bengaluru Airport City as a vibrant urban destination.
Nestlé India flags shaky demand from urban middleclass as incomes lag
India’s consumption recovery could face a fresh test as the urban middleclass has entered a ‘wait and watch’ mode on discretionary spending as its income growth lags inflation, says Nestlé India CMD Tiwary. The demand from the premium and rural sectors has, however, shown resilience, he says.
Consumer demand story remains strong and capable of double-digit growth: Nestlé India CMD
Speaking from the sidelines of the Citi India Conference 2026, Manish Tiwary, CMD of Nestlé India, said he remains confident about the Indian consumer sector's ability to deliver double-digit growth over the long term despite near-term uncertainties. He said premium consumption remains resilient and rural markets have consistently outperformed urban areas in recent years. Nestlé India is continuing to invest over ₹2,000 crore annually and is setting up its 10th manufacturing facility in Odisha.
Colgate-Palmolive India leans on premium products, advertising to drive growth
Colgate-Palmolive India is boosting investments in premium products and advertising. The company prioritizes volume-driven growth over margin expansion. This strategy aims to capture rising consumer demand for higher-value oral care. Urban demand is recovering, benefiting premium offerings. E-commerce and quick commerce are significant growth drivers, especially for premium products.
Work-From-Home Revival Can Dent Urban Tyre Demand, Restructure Rubber Industry: Airia Chief
Energy uncertainty also feeds into rawmaterial strategy. Natural rubber prices remain elevated amid global supply disruptions, while synthetic rubber stays exposed to crude price volatility.