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Bajaj Auto to push premium motorcycles, turbocharge Chetak in FY27: Chairman
Bajaj Auto is set to bolster its 125cc+ motorcycle range and accelerate the electric Chetak's growth in FY27. The company plans to boost exports amid global market recovery, while also addressing logistics challenges. Strategic investments will focus on product innovation, brand building, and enhancing customer experience, alongside expanding capacity for electric and premium bikes to mitigate supply risks.
HDFC Life reports 12 per cent premium growth in FY26, retail protection business rises 43 per cent
HDFC Life Insurance reported a robust 12% year-on-year growth in total premium for FY26, with its retail protection business soaring by 43%. The insurer solidified its position among the top three, achieving a 10.8% new business market share. Profit after tax reached Rs 1,910 crore, and assets under management grew to Rs 3.75 lakh crore.
National developers increase share in NCR real estate market
National real estate developers are significantly increasing their footprint in the NCR region, capturing over 13% of new residential supply by 2025-end, up from just 3% in 2022. This surge reflects a growing preference for institutionalized, brand-driven projects among homebuyers seeking trust and strong execution. Major players like Godrej Properties are leading this expansion, focusing on premium and luxury segments, particularly in Gurugram, as infrastructure development fuels market evolution.
Steelbird Hi-Tech Expects Premium Segment to Account for 20% of Total Topline by 2032
Steelbird Hi-Tech has seven manufacturing facilities in Himachal Pradesh besides three in Noida (Uttar Pradesh) and an R&D facility besides an office in Italy.
Tech Mahindra leases 4 lakh sq ft office space in Hyderabad
In a major real estate development, Tech Mahindra has secured 4 lakh sq ft of office space in Hyderabad with a 10-year lease, reinforcing the city's position as a tech hub. This decision reflects the vibrant demand for premium office spaces among technology firms. The company's investment highlights Hyderabad's attractiveness as a primary location for large corporations looking for seamless expansion and reliable long-term occupancy.
Institutional ownership narrows office supply as outright demand holds up
India’s office real estate market is shifting towards a leasing-led model, with developers, REITs and institutional investors increasingly retaining assets instead of selling them, reducing the availability of premium office spaces for outright purchase.
Prime Video eyes greater audience scale through unified AVOD-SVOD service in India
Prime Video is merging its free and paid streaming services in India. This integration aims to significantly boost audience numbers by combining Prime Video's premium viewers with Amazon MX Player's wide reach. The move creates India's largest streaming service for exclusive originals. This unified platform offers creators and advertisers unparalleled scale across free and paid content.
Premium push shields Gillette, Whisper makers as supply chain costs rise
High-margin offerings like sleep gummies and electric razors are helping the consumer goods majors offset severe raw material inflation triggered by the US-Iran conflict, a top executive said.
Noida airport gets round-the-clock cabs, fares range from Rs 1k to Rs 3k
Noida International Airport passengers found taxis to be a dependable transport option. Several cab aggregators like Uber, Ola, and Rapido offered services with introductory discounts. Premium cab operators also provided chauffeur-driven options. UPSRTC buses are also serving the airport, though with a shuttle requirement. These services ensured smooth connectivity for travellers.
GMR Airports shares gain as Macquarie sees 20% upside on two key factors
Macquarie believes GMR Airports is well-positioned to benefit from rising premium travel demand across India, with its key gateway airports serving as important consumption hubs rather than just transit points.
From Dhobi Ghat to luxury towers: How redevelopment is unlocking Mumbai's next real estate boom
Mumbai's property landscape is shifting towards redevelopment as developable land becomes scarce. Historic Mahalaxmi is transforming into a premium residential hub, driven by infrastructure upgrades and developer focus on established neighbourhoods. This trend signals a future growth model for the city, prioritizing reinvention over outward expansion.
Airtel expands 5G footprint, rebrands Priority Postpaid as Fast Lane
Bharti Airtel is expanding its 5G network across northern India, adding over 2,900 new sites. The company has also rebranded its Priority Postpaid service to 'Fast Lane'. This service offers enhanced network performance for eligible postpaid users. The move has raised questions about net neutrality and preferential treatment for premium subscribers.