Akbar Merchant (@akbars600) profile picture

Sr. Assitant Editor @financialxpress writes on Aviation and Automotive.

Mumbai
Joined October 2009
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Fun fact: IVECO had partnership with Ashok Leyland for LCVs and other models since early 90s till 2006. The old Cargo range and more recently the eCOMET still use cabins and some tech from IVECO models. – at Mumbai, India
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Karnataka Raises Footpath Driving Fine to ₹5,000 - Earlier ₹500 fine now ₹5,000 - Two-wheelers, cars face steeper penalty - Karnataka targets illegal footpath driving - Transport Minister announces tenfold fine hike - 'Reckless driving endangers pedestrians' - Minister flags deaths, injuries on footpaths
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BREAKING: Tata Motors has secured an 89.42% stake in Iveco, expanding its global CV footprint. N Chandrasekaran will chair the reconstituted board, with Olof Persson as CEO.
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2027 Maserati Grecale prices ex showroom. – at Mumbai, India
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Santo Ficili, Global CEO of Maserati says India is a promising market and the brand is being strengthened with 3rd India outlet, in Mumbai. Unveiled 2027 model range for India @FinancialXpress – at Mumbai, India
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Renault is adopting a case-by-case approach to support dealerships in India facing financial or operational difficulties, depending on the nature of the problem. – at Mumbai, India
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IndiGo’s Q2 FY27 revenue rose 25% YoY to ₹23,364 crore, but record-high fuel costs and rupee depreciation dragged it to a net loss of ₹18,791 crore. Passenger traffic fell 4.7%, while yields surged 34.3%. Cost pressures continue to weigh on profitability.
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The Skywalk at LBS BKC junction Kurla opened a few months ago has escalator on the BKC side. Never inaugurated so far & now I am told many critical parts have been stolen already before it was even opened to public. (Old pic) @richapintoi @RoadsOfMumbai @mumbaimatterz – at Mumbai, India
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The hustle is real! Juggling automotive and aviation beats, especially during earnings season, all in a day’s work. Grateful for the opportunities, the people, and their constant support. 🙏 @FinancialXpress – at Mumbai, India
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EXCLUSIVE: Noida Airport (NIA) eyes international flights soon. NIA CEO Nitu Samra discusses passenger demand, connectivity, airport charges and plans to develop cargo and aircraft maintenance businesses. @NIAirport @FinancialXpress
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Locally manufactured Defender prices announced. Now starts under Rs 1 crore. New prices in Green vs earlier ones for fully imported units.
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3 engines on offer on assembled in India Defender. Popular options worth Rs 17 lakh now offered as standard. – at Mumbai, India
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JLR announces Defender local assembly. 9.5k units sold since launch. – at Mumbai, India
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BREAKING: The acceptance level moves Tata Motors beyond the minimum threshold for the takeover bid, marking a key step towards completing the €3.9-billion acquisition of Iveco’s commercial vehicle business financialexpress.com/auto/ne… – at Mumbai, India
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Microsoft India sends VEO (voluntary exit offer) to employees in level 70 and below in most of the orgs One month of base pay per year in microsoft + 3 months pay Decision to be made in a month.
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AEB a controversial safety feature because of sudden, heart-stopping applications that can get you rear ended. Calibrating AEB systems for low-speed chaotic Indian conditions has been a challenge that needs to be overcome before AEB becomes mandatory
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Vidhan bhawan Metro 3 ticket counter shut forcing customers to use UPI payments. Reason unknown. – at Uran, India
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