November 10, 2024

Biz Quizzard 1076

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period November 04 - 09. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Which upstream oil major has become the first oil producer in India to commit to effective reduction of methane emissions as part of its efforts towards becoming Net Zero Carbon by 2030?

2. Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC) last week unveiled its first mass-production battery electric vehicle (BEV) model in Milan, Italy. What has it been branded as?

3. As it celebrates 100 years in India, which airline has unveiled its new TV advert and brand campaign – “Family in the Skies”?

4. Which cookie brand has launched the campaign 'Will of Change’, featuring actors Shefali Shah and Manish Chaudhari?

5. Which telecommunications brand has launched an ad featuring actor Shah Rukh Khan, alongside Hollywood stars Megan Fox, Jason Statham, and Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton?

6. Which real estate advisory firm has launched the ‘Sapno Ka Gullak’ campaign?

7. Which jewellery retail chain has announced actor Kartik Aaryan as the brand ambassador for its men's jewellery range – Aham?

8. In observance of World Vitamin D Day, which beverage brand has launched a campaign to raise awareness about Vitamin D deficiency and the need for convenient wellness solutions?

9. Which aphrodisiac chocolate brand has roped in actress Sunny Leone as its official ambassador?

10. Which financial services company has acquired global information technology and business process services provider Genisys group, which has its origins in London?

11. Which agri input maker has acquired the Bengaluru-based I&B Seeds, a flower and vegetable seeds company, for an undisclosed sum?

12. Which company has introduced Hooper Creatr, a customisable eyewear collection crafted to let kids express their style while prioritising comfort and eye health?

13. Which company has forayed into electric bike space as it unveiled its first model under the new electric vehicle brand Flying Flea, which is likely to hit roads in 2026?

14. Which cloud computing services MNC has appointed Sandeep Dutta as the new president for India and South Asia?

15. Which online classified platform's MD and CEO, Amit Kumar has stepped down from his position, which will be effective from January 31, 2025?

16. Which room freshener brand has unveiled the ‘A Diwali to Remember’ campaign?

17. Which listed real estate investment trust (REIT) said that its CEO, Aravind Maiya, will be stepping down from his role following a directive from Sebi?

18. Which engineering major has agreed to buy 21% in cloud services company E2E Networks for Rs 1,407 crore?

19. The World Castor Sustainability Forum (WCSF) has appointed Haresh Vyas as its first Chairman. He is the Managing Director of which company?

20. Which company bought a majority stake in the operating company of Tree of Life Resorts & Hotels?

21. Muralikrishnan B has stepped down as president of India operations of which smartphone maker?

22. Which semiconductor engineering solutions provider has signed a definitive pact to wholly acquire German semiconductor chip design firm Dream Chip Technologies for up to Rs 400 crore?

23. Which Bengaluru based hyperspectral imaging and Earth Observation company last week unveiled Fireflies, its flagship commercial satellite constellation?

24. Salesforce’s India revenue has crossed which milestone mark in the year ended March 31?

25. Salesforce will build its first India tower in which city?

26. Which confectionery brand has launched the 'Yes To Fresh' campaign, featuring actor Abhay Verma?

27. Which honey brand has launched a new TV campaign, featuring actor Akshay Kumar, for raising awareness on physical fitness in view of the growing obesity problem in India?

28. Which hair oil brand has released a television campaign in Bengali, featuring actress Rukmini Maitra?

29. Which mutual fund brand has launched the campaign 'Big Promises Made And Forgotten'?

30. Billionaire and IndiGo co-founder Rakesh Gangwal has been appointed as the Chairman of which American carrier?

31. Which Mumbai-based nutraceutical maker has acquired ENovate Biolife, a developer of proprietary, clinically-researched botanical ingredients for health solutions?

32. Which company has signed an agreement with Dr. Narayan Dutt Shirmali Foundation International Charitable Trust Society to operate and manage a 750-bed super specialty hospital in Pitampura, New Delhi?

33. Which skin care brand has unveiled a new campaign for Honey & Almonds Body Lotion, featuring actresses Sanya Malhotra, Medha Shankr, and Mimi Chakraborty?

34. Which hair color brand from the house of FMCG major CavinKare Pvt Ltd last week announced its foray into the creme hair color category?

35. Which equity broking company has launched the ‘#BharoseKiChoice’ campaign?

36. Which workforce management firm has launched its first advertising campaign ‘#FindYourWings’, featuring cricketer and brand ambassador Jasprit Bumrah?

37. Sports brand PUMA India has teamed up with which dating app to celebrate 'Singles Day' with a running event in Bengaluru?

38. Which fintech platform has unveiled a new campaign ‘Apne Money Ko Khali Mat Bithao’?

39. Which paints company has unveiled a campaign, featuring designer Manish Malhotra, for its Exterior Textures?

40. Which Hyderabad-based hospital chain has announced its expansion into Kerala, with plans to develop new medical facilities and acquire 3,000 beds over the next five years?

41. Actor Sidharth Malhotra has been roped in as brand ambassador for the fourth-generation model of which automobile brand?

42. Which Swedish smartphone application has elevated its India MD Rishit Jhunjhunwala as its group chief executive officer, effective January 9, 2025?

43. The Supreme Court last week ordered the liquidation of which airline?

44. Which company last week announced that it has entered into a contract with Claridges Hotels Private Limited to run the Claridges and Claridges Collections properties in India and Nepal?

45. Which company last week announced the introduction of a compact SUV, the Kylaq, at prices starting Rs 7,89,000 (ex-showroom)?

46. Which tyre maker last week launched the Trailhound family of tyres with two variants at EICMA 2024 at Milan Rho-Fiera, Italy?

47. Which basmati rice brand has launched the 'Samruddhicha Swaad' campaign in Maharashtra?

48. Which company has unveiled the 'Mileage Badh Gaya Gas Stove Ka' campaign for the launch of the Efficia Gas Stove, which offers 75% thermal efficiency?

49. Which electrical wires brand has launched a television commercial featuring actor Sonu Sood, paying tribute to the often-overlooked role of electricians?

50. Which consumer electronics retailer has elevated its Deputy CEO Shibashish Roy as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with effect from November 18, 2024?

51. Sundar Subramanian will step down as CEO of which IT company, effective January 3, 2025?

52. Which company has announced the launch of its premium beer brand, Amstel Grande in India, starting with the Maharashtra market?

53. Emami Limited Vice Chairman and Managing Director Harsha Vardhan Agarwal has been elected as the president of which industry body for 2024-25?

54. Which footwear brand has launched the campaign ‘Move Your Way’, featuring actor and brand ambassador Vicky Kaushal?

55. Which company is gearing up to bring its global brand ‘Vitaminwater’ to India in a bid to strengthen its premium hydration portfolio in the non-sparkling segment?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1076 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

Happy learning!
rajeev kondapalli

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