TVS Motor Company has launched the TVS Orbiter V1, its budget-friendly electric scooter that puts sustainable commuting within reach. Priced at just Rs 49,999, this model packs a 1.8 kWh battery and introduces a smart Battery-as-a-Service plan, allowing riders to separate the cost of the vehicle from the battery.

Reliance Industries is in discussions with America First Refining. This move could involve equity stakes or strategic partnerships. The talks aim to strengthen US-India energy ties. This comes as global energy supplies face disruption. The company’s expertise is seen as crucial for US downstream projects.

Global change is intensifying pressure on corporate leadership, with CEOs needing to navigate disruption. India is a strategically vital market for executive search firm Odgers, emerging as a hub for global leadership roles and a significant talent pool. The firm observes a rise in CEO turnover worldwide and a shift towards proactive succession planning.

ACME Solar Holdings announced its arm ACME Greentech Seventh Pvt Ltd has signed two power purchase agreements with SJVN Ltd. These agreements are for supplying 450 MW under a Firm and Dispatchable Renewable Energy Power Project. The PPAs are for a duration of 25 years. This development follows a tariff-based competitive bidding process.

A commercial LPG cylinder shortage, stemming from the West Asia conflict, is impacting consumers across India. Restaurants are shutting down, menus are shrinking, and eateries are rationing food as cooking gas supplies dwindle. This disruption is forcing businesses to explore alternative fuels and raising concerns for the tourism sector.

Ai+ Smartphone and Optiemus Electronics are joining forces to manufacture three million mobile devices in India. This partnership involves an investment of approximately Rs 125 crore over five years. Production will cover mobile phones, tablets, IoT devices, and wearables at Optiemus’ Noida facility.

KT Professional has launched KT Men, a new science-backed men’s grooming brand featuring plant-derived keratin protein formulations for Indian hair. Partnering with IPL teams Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, the brand aims for Rs 100 crore revenue in its first year, targeting accessible everyday grooming solutions.