Bus travellers in India have long booked tickets without knowing the actual age or condition of the bus, often facing last-minute swaps, breakdowns or poor travel experiences. AbhiBus is changing this scenario by enabling bus age transparency, helping travellers make smarter, more confident booking choices. Users can choose between ‘Brand New’ buses (less than 1 year old) and ‘New’ buses (less than 2 years old), with each listing tagged on the search results page.

Rosmerta Group's agreement to establish six ATS across Maharashtra under a Build-Own-Operate-Transfer (BOOT) model over five years is a significant step in the state’s commitment to promoting road safety and vehicle compliance through cutting-edge infrastructure. The six ATS locations, namely, Gondia, Jalgaon, Nandurbar, Ratnagiri, Beed, and Chiplun, will be equipped with advanced, automated testing systems to assess the roadworthiness of vehicles with precision and transpare

Renault Group announced the appointment of Stephane Deblaise as Chief Executive Officer of Renault Group in India, effective September 1, 2025. In this role, he will be responsible for defining and executing the Group’s strategy in India. All Renault Group entities in the country will report to him. He will report directly to Francois Provost, Renault Group Chief of Procurement, Partnerships and Public Affairs Officer.

Rosmerta Group has been awarded a Build-Own-Operate-Transfer (BOOT) project worth ₹166.69 Cr to develop 10 state-of-the-art Automated Driving Testing Tracks. The 5-year project strengthens Rosmerta’s position as a national leader in driving automation and road safety technology. The 10 locations, namely, Sindhudurg, Sangli, Akluj, Osmanabad, Jalna, Hingoli, Yavatmal, Wardha, Bhandara, and Gadchiroli, will soon benefit from fully automated, video analytics-based driving test i

Tata Elxsi signed an MoU with Synopsys at the SNUG India 2025 event in Bengaluru. The collaboration brings together Tata Elxsi’s engineering capabilities in embedded systems and integration with Synopsys’ industry-leading virtualisation solutions that are used by more than 50 global automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers to help reduce development complexity and cost, improve quality of software systems, and de-risk vehicle production timelines. 

Third Wave Coffee officially launched Bobbles - its range of Bubble Tea, marking an exciting evolution in their existing Boba inspired category. Now available across all locations, Bobbles is up for taste across nine bold and refreshing flavours, where patrons can experience both popping boba to chewy boba depending on their vibe for the day. The new launch also marks yet another milestone in the larger food and beverage innovation journey of the brand. 

Uber launched a suite of new features that reimagine the everyday rider experience, making it more affordable, accessible, and elevated for millions across India. The rollout including features like Price Lock, Wait & Save, Simple Mode for Seniors, Airport Priority Access reflect Uber’s commitment to up level the everyday mobility experience. Uber is expanding rider-focused features that adapt to the real needs of Indian commuters - delivering value, choice, and comfort at ev

According to Justdial’s latest trends report, car-rental-related searches saw a sharp spike in Summer 2025 as compared to both Winter 2024 and Summer 2024. Nationwide, there was a 36% rise in searches during Summer 2024 compared to Winter 2024, underlining how peak holiday periods drive mobility needs. Additionally, Summer 2025 registered a 21% increase in car-rental category searches compared to Summer 2024, indicating strong year-on-year growth.

AirAsia Berhad signed an agreement with Airbus valued at $12.25 bn for 50 A321XLRs with rights for 20 A321XLRs to become the world’s first low-cost narrow-body network carrier, anchored by its multi-hub strategy. The aircraft are scheduled for delivery commencing 2028 through 2032. Witnessed by Prime Minister of Malaysia YAB Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, the agreement was signed today in Paris between Tony Fernandes, CEO of Capital A, and Christian Scherer, CEO of Airbus Commerci

Designed for consumers who seek sophisticated designs and high quality without compromising on value, the new ultra premium line of travel gear and daily essentials features trolley bags, sling bags, laptop backpacks and bags at accessible prices. Infused with Swiss Military’s signature style, the collection blends sleek, modern silhouettes with an exciting colour palette of pastels, metallics, and unique shades of teal, olive.

“We were the first to run hotel receptions through video conferencing. Once we layered in Voice AI and analytics, guest satisfaction and profit margins surged,” said Kahraman Yigit, CEO & Co-founder, Olive by Embassy. “The tech was too powerful to keep to ourselves so we’re now offering it under Open Hotels. We have already signed 12 hotels and live across Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mysore, Vijayawada and Chikmagalur.” 

Third Wave Coffee launched 11 new cafes on a single day. The new cafes reflect Third Wave Coffee’s growing traction in established markets like Bengaluru, Delhi, Mumbai and Hyderabad, while also strengthening its presence in emerging hubs such as Chennai and Mysuru. These cafes are strategically located in high-footfall urban neighbourhoods as well as key transit zones, marking Third Wave Coffee’s foray into mobility-led locations with its newest café on the Delhi–Mumbai Expr

Tata Elxsi and Infineon Technologies signed a MoU to jointly develop application-ready EV solutions tailored to the Indian market. This strategic collaboration aligns with India’s rapid shift towards electrification, with EV sales growing by 25–30% year-on-year in 2024. The partnership strategically leverages design and integration expertise, enabling faster adoption of automotive-grade, cost-optimised, and safety-compliant subsystems across key mobility segments.

AbhiBus is proud to announce the continuation of its long-standing association with Indian film superstar Mahesh Babu as its brand ambassador. First joining forces in 2016, Mahesh Babu has been the face of AbhiBus for nearly a decade - representing trust, relatability, and a seamless bus travel experience to millions of customers across the country. This enduring collaboration has become one of the longest-running brand-celebrity partnerships in the Indian mobility space.

Deploys more than 250 SUVs under Uber Black across Delhi NCR & Mumbai   Carrum Mobility, the fleet-management services company and part...

The DGT, under the MSDE, in collaboration with Shell India, has launched a Green Skills and Electric Vehicles (EV) training program aimed at equipping students and faculty with future-ready capabilities in green energy and e-mobility. This initiative will be implemented by Edunet Foundation, training partner of Shell, across select Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and National Skill Training Institutes (NSTIs) in Delhi-NCR, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka

India’s automotive transformation looks promising with electric vehicle (EV) sales crossing the 4% market share milestone for the first time in May 2025. This momentum is set to drive demand for high-efficiency electronic components like capacitor films that serve as key enablers of EV power systems. Cosmo Films is meeting this rising demand with its advanced Al-Zn Metallised Polypropylene Capacitor Films, specifically engineered for EV and hybrid automotive applications.

AbhiBus (ixigo’s bus business), one of India’s leading online bus ticketing platforms, is proud to announce its association with the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL) as the official bus booking partner for the 2025 season. The partnership features extensive AbhiBus branding across stadiums, deep integration on the league’s digital platforms, and a host of fan-focused initiatives aimed at enhancing the cricket experience.

Trend Micro, a global leader in cybersecurity, launched the India chapter of its Risk to Resilience World Tour 2025 in Mumbai, bringing together over 130 security leaders from 70 organisations (Enterprises and Government). This year’s theme, “Proactive Security Starts Here,” highlighted the urgent need to move from reactive defences to forward-looking, AI-driven security strategies.

Swiss Military, the global lifestyle brand known for making premium products accessible across 26 countries, has launched its first-ever Exclusive Brand Outlet (EBO) in India, setting the stage for a bold new chapter in its global growth story. Strategically located in Surat, Gujarat, the launch marks a significant milestone in its vision for the Indian market, where Swiss Military has already established over 4,000 retail touchpoints across metropolitan centres and emerging