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Škoda Auto India has unveiled the new Slavia, strengthening its sedan portfolio with refreshed styling, new technology, enhanced comfort and additional powertrain options, while also announcing the return of the Octavia RS and all-new Superb TDI to India. The new Slavia gets all-new LED headlamps and taillamps with sequential turn indicators, redesigned alloy wheels, refreshed interiors and a new Monte Carlo variant. A key introduction is an eight-speed torque-converter automatic paired with the 1.0 TSI engine, making it the first sedan in its segment to offer the combination. The 1.0 TSI also gets a six-speed manual, while the 1.5 TSI…

IIT Bombay Educational Outreach has launched an e-Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence (CS & AI), aimed at professionals and graduates seeking deeper expertise in computer science and emerging AI technologies. Designed and delivered by IIT Bombay faculty with Great Learning as the EdTech partner, the one-year programme combines online synchronous and asynchronous learning with an in-person campus immersion at IIT Bombay. Learners can also complete the programme within three years, offering flexibility to working professionals. The curriculum is divided into Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning baskets. Students must complete six courses, with at least…

Bajaj Finserv Mutual Fund’s flagship Bajaj Finserv Flexi Cap Fund has completed three years, with its Direct Plan–Growth option delivering a CAGR of 18.21% since its launch on August 14, 2023, against 12.74% for the BSE 500 TRI as of August 13, 2026. The fund’s Regular Plan–Growth option delivered a 16.59% CAGR during the same period. Across the full market cycle, the Direct Plan recorded an absolute return of 65.2%, compared with 43.3% for the benchmark, while the Regular Plan delivered 58.5%. An investment of ₹10,000 in the Direct Plan at inception would have grown to ₹16,513, compared with ₹14,325…

Bata India is banking on product innovation, retail experience, digital acceleration and operational efficiency to drive its next phase of sustainable and profitable growth, the company said at its 93rd Annual General Meeting. The footwear major said its transformation is focused on becoming more agile and consumer-centric, with greater emphasis on contemporary styling, comfort, value and convenience. Bata operates more than 2,000 brand outlets and 775-plus franchise stores, while over 1,000 stores are omnichannel-enabled and 70% offer hyperlocal delivery. The company said its Zero Base Merchandising initiative is operational across more than 800 stores and is targeting over 900 stores…

Eicher Trucks & Buses, a business unit of VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd. (VECV), has inaugurated its first dedicated Eicher Pro X dealership in East India in Howrah, strengthening its presence in one of the region’s key commercial and logistics markets. The state-of-the-art Future Automobile Agency Private Limited 3S dealership at Dey Motors Compound, NH-6, Chamrail, Kona, offers Eicher Pro X small commercial vehicles in 3T and 3.5T GVW categories across electric, diesel and CNG variants. Spread over about 8,000 sqft, the facility combines sales, service and spare parts, along with dedicated service bays, a display area, customer and driver lounges…

Royal Enfield, the global leader in the 250cc–750cc mid-size motorcycle segment, has launched the Classic 350 Gorkha Edition in India at ₹2,10,684 (ex-showroom, New Delhi), with bookings opening today. The special edition pays tribute to the enduring legacy, courage, discipline and resilience of the Gorkha Regiment. The motorcycle is finished in a distinctive Gorkha Green colourway and carries a bespoke insignia featuring the legendary crossed Khukris. Retaining the Classic 350’s signature upright riding posture and J-series engine, the edition gets an Assist & Slipper clutch for smoother gear shifts and a Type-C USB fast-charging port. Yadvinder Singh Guleria, Chief Commercial…