BIz Quizzard 1065

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period August 19 - 24. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Which brand has been ranked as the “strongest food brand in the world” as per the latest Food & Drink 2024 report?

2. Which fabric brand has unveiled a campaign featuring actor couple Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt?

3. Which sleep solutions brand has launched the campaign 'Onam Aaghosham - Make Healthy Sleep a Tradition'?

4. Former Meta chief operating officer Sheryl Sandberg is learnt to have made her second investment in India in which Bengaluru-based GenAI startup?

5. Which jewellery brand launched its Raksha Bandhan campaign "#ThreestoOne"?

6. Which business group has unveiled its new brand positioning: “A Force for Good”?

7. Which company last week announced its acquisition of Jayansree Pharma Private Limited (JPPL) for Rs 52 crore?

8. Which fitness platform has announced a partnership with cricketer Rohit Sharma?

9. Which company has launched a campaign for its Elevate Health Insurance?

10. US energy giant Chevron plans to invest $1 billion (about Rs 8,376 crore) for setting up a global capability centre (GCC) in which city in India?

11. Which British audio brand has launched the Emberton III and Willen II portable speakers in India, priced at Rs 17,999 and Rs 12,499, respectively?

12. Which trade advocacy group has appointed Rahul Sharma, a former journalist and public relations executive, as its India Managing Director?

13. Which beauty products brand has roped in actor Vedang Raina as its newest brand ambassador?

14. Which menswear brand has launched a campaign featuring cricketer Ruturaj Gaikwad to introduce its TechPro collection?

15. Which basmati rice exporter has roped in actor Salman Khan as brand ambassador for its basmati rice and wheat flour?

16. Which electronics retailer has launched the 'Past Tech Present' video series campaign?

17. Which stock trading platform has launched the campaign ‘Tez’?

18. Which beverage brand has unveiled the 'Chill at Home' campaign featuring actor Vedang Raina?

19. Which online dating platform has roped in actress Mithila Palkar as brand ambassador?

20. Which entertainment company will pay Rs 209 crore for buying the remaining 48.2% stake that it currently does not own in digital entertainment firm Pocket Aces Pictures (PAP)?

21. Which PSU has achieved the production milestone of one million tonnes (MT) of hot rolled coil (HRC) at its steel plant at Nagarnar in Chhattisgarh?

22. Which asset management company has launched the campaign 'Badhti Zarooraton Ke Liye, SIP' for Raksha Bandhan? 

23. Which new-age digital insurer has launched the ‘Well-Done Vivaan’ campaign for its motor insurance?

24. Which real estate developer has launched the ‘#WhereTrustResides’ campaign?

25. Which online meat platform has acquired Mumbai-based Bonsaro to expand its business in West India?

26. Which biscuit brand has launched the 'Adengappa' campaign in Tamil Nadu?

27. Which tech-enabled home services marketplace has launched the film ‘Flushback’ as a tribute to plumbers?

28. Which personal care brand has roped in actress Medha Shankr as brand ambassador?

29. Bayer’s Consumer Health Division in India has launched a product providing effective relief from period pain, through the campaign ‘No Pain, Period’. What has it been sub-branded as?

30. Which company will acquire Paytm’s movie ticketing and events business for Rs 2,048 crore in cash?

31. The Mumbai bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) last week approved the application of which bank-owned broker to delist the company from the bourses?

32. Which IT major last week announced the appointment of Rajesh Varrier as Global Head of Operations, effective September 2, and Chairman & Managing Director, India, from October 1?

33. Which industry body last week said Rajesh Nambiar would become its next president, succeeding Debjani Ghosh upon the completion of her term in November?

34. The board of which energy company has appointed Puneet Bhatla as Additional Director and Managing Director from September 1, 2024, to June 30, 2027 subject to the approval of members?

35. To celebrate the 385th Madras Day, which insurer unveiled the music video anthem - 'Chennai Kaaran' (Proud Chennaite)?

36. The government last week banned how many fixed-dose combination (FDCs) drugs?

37. Which MNC has elevated Laurent Freixe as its new CEO?

38. Which British lifestyle brand is set to enter India through a licensing model next year?

39. Reliance Retail and which UK-based footwear brand have terminated their joint-venture partnership inked two years ago?

40. Which firm has become the first Indian drugmaker to diversify into medical devices after a tie-up with US-based Exactech to manufacture and market the latter's joint replacement implants in India?

41. Food delivery platform Zomato has shut down its intercity food delivery service. What was it branded as?

42. Which IVF network announced the acquisition of 12 BabyScience IVF Clinics?

43. Which company announced it had acquired the rights from Asmodee to manufacture and distribute one of the world’s most popular board game Catan in India?

44. Which company launched the campaign ‘#FireSeJyaadaJaanleva’, featuring actor Akshay Kumar, for its FIREX LS0H-EBXL wires?

45. Which rail ticketing platform has launched the campaign “Sound of Nation”?

46. Which MNC and the LEGO Group have announced a multi-year partnership that will celebrate sport and creative play, creating new and exciting opportunities for kids and families worldwide?

47. Which country has emerged as India’s top trading partner in January-June this year, as per think tank Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI)?

48. Which personal care brand has announced the launch of its Kerala Thaali Hair Care Range?

49. Which online travel services operator has roped in actress Jacqueline Fernandez as its brand ambassador?

50. Which company announced the acquisition of a 55% stake in Ujjain-based Ariba Foods for Rs 60.49 crore?

51. Which premium suiting and shirting fabrics, and fashion apparel brand has roped in actor Ranbir Kapoor as brand ambassador?

52. Which jewellery brand has launched its debut campaign 'Kaarigari Stories'?

53. Which 2 companies will replace drugmaker Divi’s Laboratories and technology services provider LTIMindtree in the benchmark Nifty from September 30, 2024?

54. Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) is planning to launch a new showroom line that will cater for Tier-II and Tier-III cities of the country. What will it be branded as?

55. Maruti Suzuki last week inaugurated a Nexa outlet in Bengaluru. Which milestone store count for the Nexa channel did it touch with this launch?

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Biz Quizzard 1064

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period August 12 - 17. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Which business group said it would acquire a 24.5% stake in British telecommunications major BT Group, buying out the British company's top shareholder, Altice UK?

2. Which Chennai-based drone startup has expanded its operations in Sri Lanka?

3. Which brand has launched the campaign 'Vanilla Never Smelled So Good', featuring actress Ananya Panday, for its Vanilla Caramello perfume?

4. Which natural and wellness lifestyle brand, aimed at preventing hangovers, has roped in actor Aditya Roy Kapoor as brand ambassador?

5. Which beauty and personal care brand has roped in actress Rashmika Mandanna as the new brand ambassador for its hair care range?

6. Which packaged fruit juice brand has roped in actress Sara Ali Khan as brand ambassador?

7. Which hospitality chain has partnered with actor Sidharth Malhotra for a new campaign?

8. Which rental platform has launched the 'Brave to Be Free' campaign ahead of Independence Day?

9. Which denim brand has launched its Raksha Bandhan campaign ‘#ThreadsOfLove’?

10. Which rural-focused fintech startup has obtained a NBFC licence following its acquisition of a majority stake in Kushal Finnovation Capital, an NBFC specialising in supply chain financing?

11. Which footwear brand has announced the appointment of actor Varun Dhawan as its brand ambassador?

12. Which beauty and personal care company is discontinuing its ayurvedic beauty brand Ayuga?

13. Which Hyderabad-based ethnic fashion brand has forayed into the jewellery segment with the launch of its new brand Tyohaar?

14. Which iconic British motorcycle brand last week debuted in India with the Gold Star model?

15. Audio and wearable brand boAt last week said it has surpassed which milestone ´Made in India´ products mark?

16. Which sweets and snacks company has launched its Raksha Bandhan campaign 'Rakhi ka bandhan manao, bhar ke pyaar jatao'?

17. Which feminine hygiene brand has launched a Raksha Bandhan campaign featuring the Impower Self Defence Pepper Spray?

18. Which tech-enabled salon-at-home service provider has unveiled a new campaign 'Not Every Expert is a Salon Expert', with actress Shraddha Kapoor as its brand ambassador?

19. Which two-wheeler manufacturer recently opened its first-ever "Premia" store in New Delhi?

20. Which steel company last week announced the acquisition of up to 66.67% in Australian miner M Res NSW HCC Pty Ltd (M Res NSW) in a bid to boost raw material security?

21. Which quick commerce brand launched its Rakhi campaign video, featuring actress and model Rakhi Sawant?

22. Which quick commerce brand launched the "Rakhi Aapki, Lifafa Humara” campaign?

23. Which flagship brand of Hindustan Pencils announced a new brand identity and packaging design?

24. Which online travel company has launched a series of ads featuring Hindi-speaking non-Indian content creators Drew Hicks, Yechan C. Lee, and Agu Stanley Chiedozie?

25. Which company said it has acquired Suasth Healthcare Foundation, which runs a 400-bed multi-speciality hospital in Navi Mumbai, for Rs 189 crore under the Insolvency Bankruptcy Code?

26. The Mumbai bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has approved SKS Power Generation (Chhattisgarh)'s acquisition by which BSE-listed company?

27. Which payment app has been carved out as a separate subsidiary by NPCI?

28. Which men’s wellness and grooming products brand has launched a campaign featuring actor Vikrant Massey, and Raghu Ram, who is known for his association with the popular show Roadies?

29. Which beauty brand has unveiled the ‘#InMySkin’ campaign, featuring actress Tara Sutaria, to celebrate authentic beauty?

30. Maruti Suzuki India last week announced that it has commenced exports of which model to Japan?

31. Which MNC last week ousted CEO Laxman Narasimhan and picked Chipotle Mexican Grill’s Brian Niccol as its next leader?

32. Which beverage brand has reportedly roped in Paris Olympics medallist Manu Bhaker for about Rs 1.5 crore for a one-year endorsement deal?

33. Which real estate conglomerate has unveiled ‘Azaadi Ki Dhun’ - an acapella anthem from the group, especially penned, and crafted to celebrate the spirit of India’s 78th Independence Day?

34. Which cement company launched the film ‘Tum Virat Ho’ for Independence Day?

35. Which cement company launched the film ‘The Bridge of Unity’ for Independence Day?

36. Which digital healthcare platform has launched its Independence Day campaign with the message ‘Empowering a Healthier, Stronger India’?

37. Which food packaging solution brand from LSKB Aluminium Foils has roped in actress Kareena Kapoor Khan as brand ambassador?

38. Which beauty brand has unveiled its first TVC featuring actress Mrunal Thakur as the brand's new face for its color cosmetics range?

39. Which confectionery brand has launched the campaign ‘Aage Badh Ja’ featuring actor Varun Dhawan?

40. Which MNC is buying Cheez-It maker Kellanova in a nearly $36-billion deal?

41. Which multiplex chain has launched the 'Orryginal' campaign featuring internet celebrity Orry?

42. Which conglomerate launched the video 'Desh Ek Raag' as a musical tribute to the nation?

43. Which jewellery brand is celebrating Raksha Bandhan in style with a new Disney-inspired jewelry collection?

44. Which beverage brand has launched the campaign 'It's Fizzin Amazin', featuring actor Sidharth Malhotra?

45. Which D2C wellness company dedicated to helping individuals overcome tobacco addiction launched the video ‘Tambaku Chodo aur Azaadi Chuno’?

46. Which fashion etailer launched its Independence Day campaign ‘#FashionBeyondLabels’?

47. Which business group launched the campaign ‘#SmallFreedomsofIndia’?

48. Which beverage brand launched the campaign ‘Courage Has No Bias' for Independence Day?

49. Which health insurance brand launched the ‘Sirf Chutti Mat Manao’ Independence Day campaign?

50. Which home appliances brand is entering the beauty market with its first wet line styling products, the Chitosan formulations range?

51. Which stainless-steel manufacturer launched the campaign 'Stainless salute to our country'?

52. Which healthy food brand launched the campaign “#SmallChangesBigImpact for a Viksit Bharat”?

53. Which life insurance company launched the 'Invest in Independence' campaign?

54. Which online travel company, in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism, launched the campaign 'India: The Homecoming’?

55. Which Belgian bakery and restaurant chain is re-entering the Indian market through a master franchise agreement with Bake & Brew Pvt Ltd?

56. Which fintech brand launched its Independence Day campaign ‘#AzaadiKaRaasta’?

57. Which pain management brand launched the campaign “Dard Hum Sambhal Lenge”?

58. Which company and Brazil based OTB Industria e Comercio de Componentes e Technologia Ltda, (OTB) Franca will set up a joint venture company in Chennai to manufacture and market invisible pens and innovative solutions for shoe components?

59. Which socks brand has launched the Rakshabandhan campaign ‘#ThreadsofLove’?

60. Which company last week launched its first range of electric motorcycles called the Roadster?

61. Which corporate foundation has announced the launch of its new video ‘#SambhavHaiAzadi’?

62. Which denim brand launched the campaign ‘#YoungRestlessResponsible’ for Independence Day?

63. Which online recruiting platform has launched a digital video campaign (DVC) 'Azaadi, Swabhimaan aur Sammaan ke Saath' for Independence Day?

64. Which potato wafer brand has launched the campaign ‘The World of Mexican Chilling’?

65. Which bank launched the campaign 'Sanskrit Password' for Independence Day?

66. Which cookware brand has launched its Rakshabandhan campaign, ‘Cash vs Gift’?

67. Which company unveiled a silent National Anthem campaign, featuring special drone pilots and technicians with hearing and speaking challenges?

68. Which matrimony platform’s social initiative wing unveiled a campaign to raise awareness about women’s low workforce participation?

69. Which beverage brand has unveiled a new campaign celebrating homemakers' tireless spirit and unwavering energy, embodying the brand's proposition 'Josh Jagaye Har Roz’?

70. Private equity fund Warburg Pincus has acquired a majority stake in which Indian player in the furniture fittings and architectural hardware segment?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1064 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

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Biz Quizzard 1063

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period August 05 - 10. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Which company has entered the quick-commerce race with a service called Minutes?

2. Which frozen food brand has launched the 'Baarish Ka Maza Badega' campaign?

3. Which QSR chain has announced the launch of Cheese Volcano Pizzas?

4. Which consumer durables brand has launched the ‘No More Ziddi Monsoons’ campaign?

5. Which men's grooming essentials brand has launched ‘The Rakhi Rap Of The Year’?

6. Which investment-tech company has unveiled its new TVC "Options B.R.O. Banayega Aapko Options Trading Mein Pro."?

7. Which skincare and baby care brand has launched the film ‘Breastfeeding Challenges - It's Okay To Ask’ for Breastfeeding Awareness Month?

8. Which online gifting platform has launched its Rakhi campaign, ‘#YaadonKaBandhan’?

9. Actis, a London-based global investor in sustainable infrastructure, and which company have set up a joint venture to develop industrial and logistics real estate facilities across India?

10. In a pivot away from its all-economy cabin, IndiGo unveiled a tailor-made business-class product, which will roll out on its flights from mid-November for metro-to-metro flights. What is it called?

11. San Francisco-based staffing solution provider Instawork has acquired the technology platform built by which Bengaluru-based online placement forum for an undisclosed amount?

12. Which contract manufacturing company has entered into a strategic partnership with Bengaluru-based electronics manufacturing services company Smile Electronics to launch three state-of-the-art factories for IT hardware production in India?

13. Which newly launched motorcycle model is being introduced with the campaign ‘Chala Apni’?

14. Which cookie brand has unveiled its new campaign ‘Stay Playful’?

15. Which pharma company has launched the platform 'LullabAI' to help speech-impaired mothers sing a lullaby?

16. Which fashion platform has rolled out its campaign for Raksha Bandhan, featuring actors and sibling duo Arjun Kapoor and Khushi Kapoor?

17. Which hair oil brand has launched the ‘#ShineBejhijak’ campaign, featuring athlete Jyothi Yarraji?

18. Which Indian self-care brand has announced the appointment of actress Tara Sutaria as its brand ambassador for the hair care segment?

19. Which packaged flour brand celebrated the Rath Yatra festival with the 'Ratha Yatra Eka Aithiya' campaign?

20. The Appointments Committee of Cabinet (ACC) approved the appointment of Challa Sreenivasan Setty as chairman of which bank from August 28, 2024?

21. Which company has announced the launch of two new fungicides - Miravis Duo and Reflect Top - in the Indian market?

22. Which activewear brand has unveiled its latest campaign, ‘Sport Your Spirit’, amidst the excitement of the Olympics 2024?

23. Which prescription lens brand has unveiled its latest campaign featuring cricketer and brand ambassador Virat Kohli?

24. Manish Tiwary has resigned as the India head of which ecommerce company?

25. Which company has partnered with Druk Green Power Corporation to develop the 600 MW Khorlochhu Hydropower Project in Bhutan with 40% equity investment?

26. IPG Mediabrands, the media holding company of US-based ad giant Interpublic Group, has opened its largest global capability centre (GCC) hub in which city in India?

27. Which renewable energy solutions provider has executed definitive agreements to acquire 76% stake in Renom Energy Services from Maharashtra-based Sanjay Ghodawat Group?

28. Which food services and contract catering company has acquired a 70% stake in Delhi-based food and beverages catering company ICS Foods?

29. Which two PSUs have signed a pact for setting up a coal-to-synthetic natural gas plant using surface coal gasification technology in Raniganj area of West Bengal?

30. Indian Institute of Technology-Madras has received a Rs 228 crore donation from its alumnus Krishna Chivukula. He is the founder and chief executive of which company?

31. Ghodawat Consumer, the Rs 1,600 crore FMCG arm of the Sanjay Ghodawat group, has roped in actress Raveena Tandon as brand ambassador for which edible oil brand?

32. Which edible oil brand has launched a digital campaign featuring actress Chitrangda Singh?

33. Which fashion brand has released a video for its Rakhi collection 'Threads of Memories'?

34. Which bank has announced the launch of ‘Golden Circle’, a comprehensive priority banking program meticulously designed to cater to the unique needs of senior citizens?

35. Tata Consumer Products (TCP) announced the launch of beverage Kombucha under which brand?

36. Which company last week launched a new biscuit ‘Super Egg & Milk’, combining milk and eggs?

37. Which company regained the top spot in the list of best employers to work for in India in 2024, according to the Randstad Employer Brand Research report?

38. Cricketer Rohit Sharma has partnered with which healthy foods brand to launch a licensed brand?

39. Which menswear brand has roped in actor Rana Daggubati as brand ambassador?

40. Which agri solutions provider has elevated S Sankarasubramanian as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)?

41. Which toothpaste brand has launched the 'Eat Like You Should' campaign?

42. Which antacid brand has unveiled a TVC, featuring actors Farida Jalal and Aparshakti Khurana, for the launch of its new 3-in-1 variant?

43. Which chocolate brand has launched its Raksha Bandhan campaign ‘#CreatingMemoriesNeverClicked’?

44. Which gifting brand is launching its campaign video ‘Rishte Jazbaton Ke’ for Raksha Bandhan to celebrate relationships?

45. Which D2C ethnic fashion brand has announced its strategic acquisition of Isadoralife, a ready-to-wear saree company?

46. Which test preparatory service has roped in cricketer Rishabh Pant as brand ambassador?

47. Which media and gaming firm has acquired UK-based gaming studio Fusebox Games for Rs 228 crore ($27.2 million) in an all-cash transaction?

48. Which company has acquired the US-based Columbus Hydraulics to strengthen its presence in the North American market?

49. The transaction limits for tax payments through the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) will be enhanced from Rs 1 lakh to what amount, according to the RBI?

50. The unique registered investor base on the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) crossed which milestone mark on August 8?

51. Which footwear brand has unveiled a new collection with the 'Stronger Inside' campaign?

52. Which skincare brand has roped in Olympian Antim Panghal as brand ambassador?

53. Which fashion retailer has collaborated with designer Anamika Khanna to launch a collection on September 5?

54. Which astrotech platform has launched a digital campaign with the tagline ‘Gyaani toh bahut hai, par Yogi Sirf Ek.’?

55. Which paper manufacturer has launched the 'Sandese Aate Hai' campaign, aiming to bridge the gap between civilians and the nation's defenders?

56. Which mattress brand and the Indian Society for Sleep Research (ISSR) have come together to underscore and raise awareness about the significance of sleep for overall health and well-being?

57. Which smartphone brand has unveiled ‘The Quest Film: Keep Questing’ film?

58. Which beverage brand has launched the ‘#DeshkaGarv-Pradesh Ki Kala’ campaign for Independence Day?

59. Which company has announced the launch of its Harry Potter-inspired eyewear collection in collaboration with Warner Bros?

60. The government last week introduced a bill to amend banking laws, which includes changes to nomination facility to allow up to how many nominees?

61. Capital market regulator SEBI approved Praveena Rai’s appointment as the Managing Director and CEO of which commodity exchange?

62. Which agrochemical manufacturer’s Founder Chairman R G Agarwal decided to step down on attaining 75 years?

63. Which company acquired the entire assets of US-based gaming content firm Deltias Gaming for $900,000 (Rs 7.5 crore)?

64. Which watch brand has launched the ‘Find Your Joy’ campaign?

65. Which IT company has agreed to wholly acquire Zeenea, a French data catalog and governance solutions company, for €24 million (about Rs 220 crore)?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1063 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

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Biz Quizzard 1062

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period July 29 - August 03. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Which advertising veteran passed away in Mumbai on July 27?

2. Which company announced the launch of a new nutrition brand called 'Right Shift', which is targeted at consumers above the age of 40 in the next 10 days?

3. Which artificial intelligence and analytics services provider has acquired marketing analytics company Analytic Edge for an undisclosed sum?

4. Which business group will commission the first phase of a $4 billion PVC project by December 2026, making its foray into the petrochemicals sector?

5. Which German optics, opto-electronics, lenses, and medical technology brand said it would start production of lenses in India from June 2025?

6. Which Chennai-based conglomerate is set to enter the asset reconstruction (ARC) business during the current financial year and has received approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?

7. Which video streaming platform has launched its Olympics campaign 'Dum Laga Ke Haisha'?

8. Which company has launched the campaign 'Be Unstoppable', featuring actor Randeep Hooda, for its AI laptops?

9. Which education financing company has launched its Parent's Day campaign, ‘#UnveilTheirStory’?

10. Which company will acquire nearly a third of India Cements from its promoters and their associates, taking its stake in the Chennai-based company past 50%?

11. Which ecommerce platform has unveiled its latest campaign, 'Apna Swag, Bina Brand Tag,' featuring brand ambassador and actress Sara Ali Khan?

12. Manoj Mittal has assumed charge as chairman of which financial institution?

13. Which microfinance company has suspended acquiring new-to-credit customers to prevent further erosion of asset quality amid an increase in delinquencies in the fiscal first quarter?

14. Which footwear brand has unveiled its latest brand campaign ‘You Go Girl’ featuring actress Sonam Bajwa?

15. Which diamond solitaire jewellery brand has roped in actress Vaani Kapoor as brand ambassador?

16. Which jewellery brand has unveiled its latest campaign titled "Dekhna Hai Toh Khel Dekho”, featuring para-archer, Sheetal Devi?

17. Which D2C gender-neutral skincare brand has collaborated with Vishnu Kaushal, a celebrity influencer, to raise awareness for Circadian Rhythm on Global Circadian Day?

18. Zydus Wellness has introduced an ayurvedic immunity-boosting drink 'Immuno-Gro' under which brand, through a television commercial featuring actress Sneha in Tamil Nadu?

19. Which company’s Prolyte ORS has initiated a nationwide campaign, “World Health Organization (W.H.O.) recommended formula nahi, toh ORS Asli nahi”?

20. Prudent Corporate Advisory Services, one of the leading diversified financial services groups, has surpassed which milestone of mutual fund assets under management?

21. Which ecommerce company has released the campaign ‘#IndiaSeDuniyaTak’ (India to the World), showcasing journeys of Indian ambition reaching a global audience?

22. Which sports broadcaster has launched the ‘Iss Baar Drugs Ki Haar' movement aimed at combating drug abuse amongst Indian youth?

23. Which menswear brand, in collaboration with designer Tarun Tahiliani, designed the ceremonial wear for Team India for the Paris 2024 Olympics’ opening ceremony?

24. Which gifting brand has launched an interactive friendship day campaign ‘#FriendshipByChance’?

25. Which MNC has shipped its first batch of 1,000 made-in-India data servers beginning March, and is on track to achieve the $1 billion local manufacturing target over the next five years?

26. Which specialty chemicals company has signed a MoU with the Government of Maharashtra to purchase a 120-acre plot in Aurangabad to construct a new manufacturing facility?

27. Which home decor, accessories, dining & kitchen essentials company has launched a campaign for the festive season, featuring actress Sanya Malhotra?

28. Which luxury automotive brand announced the launch of its Grecale SUV in India?

29. Which energy storage solutions company unveiled its latest campaign, "Bano Kisi Ki Energy," featuring actor Akshay Kumar?

30. Mondelez India is strengthening its premium chocolate segment with a new sub-brand. Name it?

31. Which real estate developer has launched the campaign ‘#TomorrowMatters’ to tackle the urgent global climate crisis through a collaborative approach?

32. Which company has unveiled its latest campaign, #LiveUnstoppable, featuring popstar King, to introduce the K12x 5G phone, the toughest 5G smartphone in its segment?

33. Which educational platform for professionals and higher education aspirants has launched its Father’s Day campaign 'Lessons from a Father: Wisdom Across Generations.'?

34. Which biscuit brand unveiled its Friendship Day campaign ‘Mere Genius Dost’?

35. Akhil Gupta, vice chairman of Bharti Enterprises, will take over as the new chairman of which financial services company from August 24?

36. Cricketer KL Rahul has partnered with which D2C fitness brand?

37. Financial investment advisory company Unaprime has bought a 70% stake in which Maharashtra-based hospital company?

38. Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) last week signed a memorandum of understanding with which state to invest Rs 20,000 crore for building a greenfield car factory?

39. Which business group has acquired Bengaluru’s five-star hotel The Golden Palms Resorts and Spa?

40. Which hospitality company from India last week said it had signed a luxury hotel and a boutique resort in the Kingdom of Bahrain?

41. Which company and Savannah Seeds, the Indian arm of US-based RiceTec Inc, have come together to set up an “agricultural-climate technology” company Paryan?

42. Which matrimony company has launched the 'Wedding Games' campaign?

43. Which hospitality company has relaunched a reimagined version of its flagship ‘Wedding Diaries’ initiative, introducing a ‘Wedding Ambassador’?

44. Sanjay Shukla has assumed the charge of Managing Director of which financial institution for housing, following an approval from the government?

45. Which smartphone brand has launched the campaign ‘India Cheers Neeraj’?

46. Which two-wheeler manufacturer last week said it has commenced operations in the Philippines?

47. Which company said it has received approval from the Indian drug regulator the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) to market its novel therapy Beyfortus in India?

48. Ishan Chatterjee has quit as India MD of which video sharing platform?

49. Which beauty brand has launched its 'The House Party' campaign featuring actresses Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kiara Advani, and Suhana Khan?

50. Which food and agri-business company has signed a definitive agreement with Tyson India Holdings Ltd., an affiliate of Tyson Foods, Inc., to buy its 49% stake in their joint venture?

51. Which company has introduced a new app called District to offer beyond food delivery and quick commerce?

52. Which social media platform has launched the campaign ‘Get more into what you’re into’?

53. Which bathroom cleaning brand has unveiled its new campaign ‘Bathroom Jagmagaye Toh Din Ban Jaaye’, featuring actor Karan Wahi in North, and actor Erode Mahesh in South?

54. Which international gifts platform has unveiled the inaugural ad under its "Amazing Gifts, Samay Par" campaign, celebrating the cherished festival of Raksha Bandhan?

55. Which platform has launched a campaign where its buses will come stocked with popular books from Penguin Random House India to encourage riders to read during their rides?

56. Which farmer-owned horticulture ecosystem has announced the introduction of the renowned patented “Tango” mandarin variety in India?

57. Which e-waste recycler has announced entry into the D2C sector with the launch of an integrated e-waste Consumer Take-Back platform– Selsmart?

58. Which brand has unveiled the third edition of its ‘#StopTheBeautyTest’ campaign, introducing ‘mothermonials’?

59. Reliance Retail plans to extend which British fashion brand into the athleisure segment?

60. Which Gujarat-based fintech company has agreed to acquire a 54% stake in Rediff, one of India’s oldest internet firms?

61. Which South Korean confectionery company last week announced the merger of its Indian subsidiaries to establish an integrated entity?

62. Classic Legends Pvt Ltd, Mahindra & Mahindra’s premium bike arm, has entered into a joint venture agreement with which company to use BSA marks in India?

63. Which brand has collaborated with Diana Penty to take its Edelweiss skin care range to new heights in India?

64. Which food ordering platform has partnered with content creator Bhuvan Bam to launch the 'Friendship Ki Band' campaign?

65. Which brand has unveiled a new campaign video for Breastfeeding Week 2024, as part of the ongoing ‘#ShareTheCare’ initiative?

66. Which sub-brand from Bata is partnering with wrestler Nisha Dahiya to support her Olympic goals?

67. Which MNC brewer last week said it is buying a 33.33% residual stake in its operations in India and a 9.94% stake in Nepal for a total of $744 million?

68. Which contemporary ethnic fashion brand has roped in actress Sara Ali Khan as its first ever brand ambassador?

69. Which lifestyle brand has unveiled its new campaign, featuring brand ambassadors, cricketer Virat Kohli and actress Taapsee Pannu?

70. Which business group has agreed to a deal with English county team Hampshire to buy its major shares worth 120 million pounds (approximately Rs 1278 crore)?

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