Biz Quizzard 1017

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period September 18 - 24. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Which drugmaker last week said its board has approved the appointment of Peter Bains as the group’s chief executive officer with immediate effect?

2. Which clothing brand has announced the launch of the second part of the comfort trilogy titled 'Be Comfortable with Uncomfortable’?

3. Which brand has launched 'Swaad Bihar Ka,' an exclusive range of spices?

4. Which Japanese company is launching its first makeup brand in India in almost a decade, bringing popular line NARS Cosmetics to local beauty shops?

5. Which tech-first insurer has launched the "Health Insurance ki Subah ho Gayi Mamu" campaign, featuring actors Sanjay Dutt and Arshad Warsi in their iconic Munna Bhai and Circuit roles?

6. Which fragrance brand has launched a video featuring actress Sonam Bajwa for its "Romance" perfume?

7. Which eyewear brand has launched the 'Dhaakad Hai' campaign, featuring cricketer Suryakumar Yadav?

8. Which beverage brand has introduced Mango Lassi with 'Rush Nahi, Sip Karo' campaign starring actress Ananya Panday?

9. Which direct-to-consumer menswear brand has launched the ‘#SoSoft’ campaign for innerwear?

10. Which company has set up India’s first facility for producing and supplying pipes, tubes, and premium connections to the Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG) market?

11. Which nutrition supplements company has launched the 'Nourish Your Beauty From Within' campaign?

12. Which Pune-based sweets and snacks brand has launched a campaign featuring celebrities like Jackie Shroff, Amey Wagh, Priya Bapat, Ratna Pathak Shah, and Harsha Bhogle?

13. Which housing finance company has unveiled its latest campaign ‘Zindagi jiyein apne sharto par’ (Live life on your own terms)?

14. Which wires and cables manufacturer has unveiled a new brand identity, "Ideas. Connected."?

15. Which smart accessories brand has announced its association with actress Mrunal Thakur?

16. Which pharma company has revealed a campaign film in honour of World Pharmacist's Day on September 25, 2023?

17. Which biscuit brand has roped in actress Jyotika as its new brand ambassador, and has unveiled a TVC for its relaunch in Tamil Nadu?

18. Which company last week became the first company to debut on Dalal Street within two days of issue closing?

19. Reliance Jio last week launched its fixed wireless access (FWA) device in eight cities. What has it been branded as?

20. Nihar Malaviya has been named as permanent CEO of which publishing company, nine months after he was appointed the interim chief executive?

21. Which brand announced a joint venture with Il Jin Electronics, a subsidiary of Amber Enterprises India, for manufacturing, assembling, and designing of wearables and other smart electronics products in India?

22. Which cricketer has launched his own sports line, ‘Dnine’ Sports?

23. Which sports gaming platform announced that it is changing its name to SportsBaazi, and launched the “LIVE Mein Hai VIBE” campaign?

24. Which company has launched the campaign ‘#DhoondengeTohMilega’ to further solidify its position as the go-to source for knowledge?

25. Which digital real estate company has announced the launch of its latest campaign targeting the upcoming festive season, continuing its ‘Parr.. se Perfect’ campaign?

26. The Delhi High Court last week restrained 16 entities from misusing which celebrity’s image, name, voice, his dialogues, or other elements of his persona for monetary gains without his consent?

27. Which US-based insurer, and insurance analytics provider Agam Capital have entered into a joint venture with Fintech Blue Solutions to make a foray into India’s life insurance market?

28. Japanese conglomerate SoftBank has partnered with which hospitality company to open the first hotel under the ‘Sunday’ brand, in Jaipur?

29. Which edtech company has appointed Arjun Mohan as its India chief executive?

30. Which hospital chain hospital has acquired an 84% stake in AMRI Hospitals from Kolkata-based Emami Group at an enterprise value of Rs 2,400 crore?

31. Which airline has recently received the Civil Aviation Ministry’s nod to operate international flights?

32. E-commerce marketplace Meesho has officially unveiled its strategic expansion into the branded products segment. What has the initiative been branded as?

33. Which brand last week entered the Indian motorcycle market by unveiling the RS 457, a 457cc sport bike?

34. Which company is relaunching its dermatological beauty division in the country with the introduction of its skincare brand, CeraVe?

35. Which automobile sales channel is celebrating six years with the campaign ‘Find Your Match’, featuring actor and brand ambassador Varun Dhawan?

36. Which sports brand has launched the '3 Ka Dream’ campaign for ICC Men’s World Cup 2023?

37. Actress Shehnaaz Gill is the new face of which soap brand?

38. Which watch brand has launched the campaign 'Rise Above the Shocks' with cricketer and brand ambassador Shubman Gill?

39. Which company has launched 2 ads showcasing the exceptional performance of its CPVC and SWR pipes, with the positioning 'Peedhiyan Badlengi Pipe Nahin'?

40. Which healthcare delivery platform has acquired a majority stake in Asian Institute of Nephrology and Urology (AINU), India’s largest single specialty hospital network of urology and nephrology care?

41. Which sleep solutions company has launched the ‘#ScienceOfPeacefulSleep’ campaign, featuring actor and brand ambassador Anil Kapoor?

42. Which electric 2-wheeler brand has launched its brand anthem “Safar”, performed by popular Dharavi Hip-Hop group 7Bantaiz, in a digital TVC?

43. Which gifting solutions company has launched its Daughters Day campaign, ‘#BeThereForHer’?

44. Which company has announced the launch of India’s first-ever electric two-wheeler racing championship in which eight riders will take part?

45. Which company has announced the limited market release and laser vision correction surgeries performed using the new SILK (Smooth Incisions Lenticule Keratomileusis) procedure?

46. Which Bengaluru-based fintech company last week announced that it has ‘acquihired’ Chennai-based open finance platform Fego(dot)ai for an undisclosed amount?

47. Actor Jim Sarbh has stepped into a new role as the 'Mane Man' for which hair expert brand?

48. Which spices brand has launched a television commercial featuring actors Akshay Kumar and Kriti Kharbanda for its Hing?

49. Which beverage brand has announced its association with the tennis player Sumit Nagal for three years?

50. Which company will acquire 75% of Glenmark Life Sciences (GLS) in a deal valued at Rs 5,651.5 crore?

51. Which smart and sustainable mobility solutions provider has unveiled its first brand campaign, ‘Taking India Places’?

52. Which online bus ticketing platform has launched a campaign featuring actor Silambarasan TR (Simbu) in Tamil Nadu?

53. Which consumer technology brand has roped in cricketer Suryakumar Yadav as the brand ambassador for its smartwatch category?

54. Which menswear brand has appointed Anand Aiyer as its new chief executive officer (CEO)?

55. Which fashion brand has launched its campaign “For Now, For A Lifetime”, featuring actress and brand ambassador Deepika Padukone?

56. Which chocolate brand has launched the ‘Noobie Mistakes’ campaign for the upcoming cricket season?

57. Which cement company has set up a company to own and lease private aircraft, according to an exchange filing?

58. Which drug maker has agreed to acquire five legacy brands of Italy’s Menarini along with their associated trademark rights for the Indian market in a Rs 101-crore all-cash deal?

59. Bhargav Dasgupta has resigned as the managing director and CEO of which general insurance company?

60. Banmali Agrawala has been appointed as the new chairman of which aerospace and defence solutions company?

61. JSW Group has announced which athlete as its official brand ambassador?

62. Which furniture retailer has launched its latest campaign "We Feel New"?

63. Which cooking oil brand has launched the campaign ‘Dhyaan Se Lijiye’, featuring actors and brand ambassadors Yash & Radhika?

64. Apparel Group India has announced actors Aditya Roy Kapur and Janhvi Kapoor as brand ambassadors for the upcoming collection of which brand?

65. India is set to be included in which US financial services firm’s Government Bond Index-Emerging Markets (GBI-EM) global index suite?

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Biz Quizzard 1016

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period September 11 - 16. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Which PSU last week said it has developed its own SMAASH brand laptop and micro-PC of global quality standards and has won many orders for the same competing against MNC brands?

2. Which intercity food delivery startup has acquired The State Plate (TSP), which operates in the non-perishable packaged food segment?

3. Which home & lifestyle brand has recently launched its latest collection, "Pixel Paisley Home" – an interesting take on the retro pixel era combined with timeless vintage motifs?

4. Businesses with aggregate annual turnover of over Rs 100 crore will not be allowed to report e-invoices older than how many days on the date of reporting under the GST from November 1?

5. Which plywood manufacturer has released a campaign featuring actor Jr. NTR for its Zero Emission product range?

6. Which mutual fund has launched the campaign ‘#SochaSamjhaRisk’?

7. Which fintech company has launched the 'Maan-na mushkil, bharna aasaan - pay Health Insurance premium Monthly!' campaign to promote its health insurance marketplace?

8. Which sports drink brand has announced its association with cricketer Hardik Pandya?

9. Which life insurance brand has launched the "Bharosa" campaign with cricketer Rohit Sharma, and his wife and entrepreneur Ritika Sajdeh?

10. Which merchant services provider has acquired digital invoicing startup BillMe?

11. Which hospitality brand has released a new film 'Happy Holidays, Happy Families!', exploring vacations through a child’s lens?

12. Which personal care brand has released a campaign featuring film maker Karan Johar for its baby care portfolio?

13. Which consumer lending app has launched the “Freedom from Fraud” campaign?

14. Which beverage brand has roped in actress Rashmika Mandanna as brand ambassador, and has launched a campaign to promote its latest variant?

15. Which nutrition brand has announced the launch of its campaign, “Sacchai inside out”, in collaboration with its brand ambassador and actor, Sonu Sood?

16. Which fitness and wellness platform has launched the campaign 'Empowering Personalized Fitness in an Evolving World'?

17. Actress Katrina Kaif has rejoined which MNC airline as a brand ambassador?

18. Aviation sector veteran Sanjiv Kapoor has assumed charge as chief executive officer of which Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier?

19. Which mutual fund has unveiled ‘SIP Hai #FaydeWaliAadat’ campaign that highlights the transformative power of SIPs in achieving long-term financial goals?

20. Which India-focused investment platform has invested Rs 525 crore to acquire a majority stake in Punjab-based hospital Ivy Health and Life Sciences (Ivy)?

21. What has Blue Dart Express renamed its Dart Plus service as?

22. Which real estate portal has launched the ‘#AndarKiBaat’ campaign featuring actor Jackie Shroff?

23. Which diamond boutique has unveiled a film featuring actress Sonam Kapoor to launch its new autograph collection – ‘My Embrace’?

24. Which digital travel platform has roped in actor Ayushmann Khurrana as its new brand ambassador in India?

25. Which tyre manufacturer has signed cricketer Shafali Verma as its latest brand ambassador?

26. Which smartphone brand has launched a film with the positioning 'Introducing the Fastest Smartphone*'?

27. Which biscuit brand has launched a campaign with the idea "Sweet and Salty saath jab aaye, baat ban jaaye"?

28. Which business group has set up a new business arm Taabi Mobility to tap the growing demand for innovative fleet and logistics solutions?

29. Which beer brand and NAO Spirits, the Indian craft gin company with its London Dry Gin – Greater Than, have joined forces to launch a limited release gin-inspired beer – Greater IPA?

30. Which company will invest about Rs 2,000 crore in a project that involves an alliance with Italian company Metra SpA for its tech expertise in making coaches for Vande Bharat and other trains?

31. Which lubricants brand has launched the campaign ‘Rakhe Saaf, Dil Se’?

32. Which healthcare services provider has unveiled a new logo, incorporating three beating hearts seamlessly and reinforcing ‘healthcare with a heart’ into the group's visual identity?

33. Which MNC has launched a limited-edition soda, Y3000, that has been created using AI technology?

34. Which biscuit brand has launched the ‘Growth Needs Both’ campaign featuring cricketer R. Ashwin, his wife, and daughters?

35. Which bread brand has roped in former Badminton World Champion, Saina Nehwal as the ‘Race Ambassador’?

36. Which agarbathi manufacturer has unveiled its Sampoorna Ganesh Chaturthi Puja Kit ahead of the Ganesh Chaturthi festival this year?

37. Which brand has launched a campaign with the tagline ‘India’s First Family e-scooter’, featuring actress Neena Gupta?

38. Which white cement brand has launched a campaign featuring actor and new brand ambassador Vicky Kaushal?

39. Which online travel agency has announced cricketer Rohit Sharma as brand ambassador for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 campaign?

40. Sindhu Gangadharan, senior vice president and managing director of SAP Labs India, has been appointed vice chairperson of which industry body?

41. Which sportswear and athleisure company has acquired B2B sports footwear manufacturer Mochiko Shoes Pvt Ltd?

42. Which tech company, known for its PCs and accessories, unveiled its e-bike MUVI 125 4G in India?

43. Which holding company last week announced the appointment of former gold mining executive Chris Griffithas as its CEO for base metals and the president of its international businesses?

44. Which toy retailer has launched its first exclusive retail store in Italy with franchisee Giochi Preziosi SPA (GP), a prominent player in Italy’s toy manufacturing and distribution industry?

45. The RBI last week announced the names of how many non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) placed under the upper layer as per scale-based regulation (SBR) for 2023-24?

46. Which market research company has named company insider Karthik Rao as its chief executive officer, effective immediately?

47. India has become the 13th country in the world that can issue what kind of certificates regarding weighing and measuring instruments?

48. Which Hyderabad-based market intelligence player has picked up 51% stake in Pune-based Global Market Insights (GMI) Group for an undisclosed amount?

49. Which digital banking platform has launched the 'Wait kyu karna?' campaign featuring actor Manoj Bajpaye?

50. Which MNC has announced the appointment of Rajnish Kumar, former Chairman of the State Bank of India (SBI), as India Chairman?

51. Which grooming brand has launched the ‘Move Fearlessly’ campaign?

52. Which pharma company is foraying into the Indonesian market with the acquisition of 15 formulations brands from Viatris Inc and Pfizer Inc for US$48 million (approx. Rs 398 crore)?

53. Which snack brand variant unveiled its launch campaign “Maal Andar Hai”, featuring actress Sara Ali Khan?

54. Which brand has launched a campaign for its AAC (Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) blocks?

55. Which Singapore-based waste-to-value added product company will set up its first global engineering plant in India?

56. ITC is foraying into porridge mixes for infants under which brand?

57. Which company, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, will acquire 100 per cent share capital of Canada-based Professional Mixing Equipment Inc (MixPro)?

58. Srinivasan K Swamy, Executive Chairman of R K Swamy Hansa Group, has been elected as the Chairman of which auditing organisation for the year 2023-2024?

59. Which diversified non-banking financial company has launched the ‘Farz Nibhaatey Hain’ campaign to reaffirm its commitment to credit inclusion?

60. Grasim Industries will house its paints business under which brand?

61. Which hair oil brand has launched the ‘Ban Ja Toofani’ activation campaign across 100 villages in UP?

62. Which health brand unveiled a digital film featuring actress Lara Dutta Bhupati?

63. Which tyre manufacturer launched the digital film "Engineers: The Driving Force” to celebrate Engineers' Day?

64. Which ecommerce marketplace has launched its latest campaign, ‘Khushiyan Apno Ki, Aur Apni Bhi’?

65. Which footwear brand has launched the ‘Every Walk is a Ramp Walk’ campaign to introduce its City Casual Collection?

66. Which watch brand has unveiled its latest campaign ‘Made For This’, featuring actors Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon?

67. Which watch brand has unveiled its Fall/Holiday 2023 Collection with actor Kartik Aaryan?

68. Which medical technology and healthcare solutions company has launched the “Let’s find It early. Fight it early” campaign for detection of breast cancer, featuring actress Sonali Bendre?

69. Which MNC last week said it will replace the well-known signature script it has used since 1887 with a modern look that reflects its sharpened focus on pharmaceuticals and medical devices?

70. Which is the only Indian company to find a place in the top 100 list of the World's Best Companies of 2023, compiled by TIME Magazine and online data platform Statista?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1016 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

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Biz Quizzard 1015

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

1. Uday Kotak has stepped down as the Managing Director (MD) and CEO of which bank with effect from September 1, 2023?

2. Which jewellery retailer has unveiled a new wedding jewellery collection in tie up with fashion designer Tarun Tahiliani?

3. Coinciding with the upcoming festive season, which automobile company has rolled out Urban Night Limited Edition of its entire range?

4. Which confectionery brand has launched the television commercial 'Kabhi Ruke Na Fun' for its jelly in a long tubular format offering?

5. Which brand has launched a campaign for its ‘Three in One Agarbathi’, highlighting health, wealth, and happiness benefits?

6. Which noodle brand has roped in actor Ayushmann Khurrana as brand ambassador?

7. Venugopal Kasturi has been elected as Chairman of which media holding entity?

8. Which D2C luggage brand has released a new campaign that focuses on ‘travel in style’, with its brand ambassador and cricketer Rishabh Pant?

9. Which men’s grooming brand launched the ‘#BeardsAtWork’ campaign on World Beard Day?

10. Which biotechnology major’s unit has acquired Eywa Pharma Inc.'s oral solid dosage manufacturing facility in the U.S. for $7.7 million (more than Rs 63 crore)?

11. Which fintech company announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind celebrity voice feature on its SmartSpeakers in collaboration with actor Amitabh Bachchan?

12. Which fintech firm last week unveiled a ‘soundbox’ device that lets merchants accept both mobile and card payments across networks?

13. Which digital payments provider has launched Mini, a cheaper variant of its point-of-sale (PoS) device, which will allow merchants to accept both quick response (QR)-based and card-based payments?

14. Which company has introduced born electric C40 Recharge, a crossover, at an introductory ex-showroom price of Rs 61,25,000 plus applicable taxes?

15. Which telecom company has signed definitive agreements to acquire stakes in the renewable energy project companies Continuum MP WindFarm Development, and Egan Solar Power?

16. Which company last week launched the Elevate SUV at an entry price of Rs 11 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi)?

17. The board of which listed online gaming company has approved the issue of shares worth Rs 100 crore to firms managed by Zerodha founders Nikhil and Nithin Kamath?

18. Which mobile game has roped in actor Ranveer Singh as brand ambassador?

19. Which tractor brand has released a new TV commercial featuring actor and brand ambassador MS Dhoni?

20. Which drugmaker is set to acquire South Africa’s Actor Holdings (Pty) Ltd for $48.6 million (about Rs 402 crore), strengthening its over-the-counter (OTC) products portfolio?

21. Which snack brand has launched the 'Chatpatang' campaign?

22. Which 100% vegan D2C beauty brand has expanded into the haircare segment, and has launched a campaign with the promise of '22x shinier hair'?

23. Which general insurance company has launched its "Drive Less, Pay Less" Pay As You Drive (PAYD) brand campaign featuring its brand ambassador and cricketer Virat Kohli?

24. Which smartphone brand has launched the ‘Shor no more’ campaign?

25. Which e-commerce furniture and home goods marketplace has elevated its co-founder, Ashish Shah, to the position of Chief Executive Officer (CEO)?

26. Which renewable energy company that manufactures premium quality solar modules & develops projects has roped in cricketer Ravindra Jadeja as brand ambassador?

27. Which multilingual social media platform has launched the film 'Aaj Kya Trending Hai?'?

28. Which jewellery brand launched its Teacher’s Day digital campaign 'With every step, we celebrate you!', featuring actress Zarina Wahab, and actress and brand ambassador Wamiqa Gabbi?

29. Which messaging platform has launched a film featuring actor Ranveer Singh to promote message privacy?

30. Which industry body has announced the appointment of Rajesh Nambiar, Chairman and Managing Director, Cognizant India, as its Chairperson?

31. Which cooking oil brand has released the film ‘Tai’, featuring the story of visionary entrepreneur Meenakshi Walke, popularly known as the ‘Bamboo Lady of India’?

32. Which advanced display technology solutions provider has announced a collaboration with Ranjitsinh Disale Foundation, and launched the film ‘Technology & Teachers : Forging the Future of India’?

33. American manufacturer of optical materials and semiconductors, Coherent Corp will establish a first-of-its-kind global Centre of Excellence (CoE) in India. Which city?

34. Which commercial vehicles manufacturer has appointed Sreeram Venkateswaran as President & CBO?

35. Which technology company has claimed to have become the first bootstrapped SaaS business to surpass the milestone of 100 million users?

36. Which real estate company has elevated CEO Abhishek Kapoor to the position of group CEO?

37. Which real estate project has launched the 'Mumbaikar Ki No.1 Choice' campaign featuring actor Anil Kapoor?

38. Which baby products brand has roped in actress Gauahar Khan as brand ambassador?

39. Which sports drink brand has launched a campaign featuring athlete Neeraj Chopra?

40. Which payments and commerce solutions provider has introduced ‘the country’s first-ever’ UPI-ATM as a White Label ATM (WLA) in association with National Payments Corporation of India?

41. Which cashback & coupons app has roped in actress Genelia Deshmukh?

42. Which fashion brand has roped in actress Anushka Sharma as its brand ambassador, and has launched its festive campaign ‘Celebrate your story’?

43. Which sports nutrition brand has launched the campaign 'aa raha hoon” featuring cricketer Rishabh Pant?

44. Which bank has announced its credit cards campaign titled ‘Open Experiences’?

45. Which company has entered into a joint venture with actress Alia Bhatt’s clothing brand for kids and maternity wear, Eda-Mamma, by acquiring a 51% majority stake?

46. Which investment platform will acquire the active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) and contract research and manufacturing services businesses (CRAMS) of Ind-Swift Labs for Rs 1,650 crore?

47. Which retailer has launched the ‘Live Epic’ campaign, featuring actress Sanya Malhotra, to promote its new Fratini collection?

48. Which asset management company has launched its new investor education campaign 'Yeh Jugalbandi Hai Sahi', to spread awareness on large and midcap category?

49. Which diaper brand has launched the ‘#DekhKeHiMaanege’ featuring actor Nakuul Mehta and vocalist Jankee Parekh?

50. Which bank last week launched ‘Nation First Transit Card’, its RuPay backed National Common Mobility Card that would facilitate payments for all kinds of transport?

51. Which sleep solutions company has launched its latest campaign, ‘#MadeToFlaunt,’ featuring film maker Karan Johar?

52. Which spirits company announced the appointment of Vivek Gupta as Managing Director and CEO with effect from September 25, 2023?

53. Which spices brand has released a commercial starring actors Amitabh Bachchan, and Shahrukh Khan?

54. Which Chennai-based law firm is merging with law firm JSA with effect from October 1?

55. Which conglomerate has formed a joint venture with Japanese trading house Kowa Group for marketing of green ammonia and green hydrogen produced by the former?

56. Which bank has gone live with 6,000 UPI ATMs nationwide where customers can withdraw cash without a debit card by simply scanning a QR code on the ATM’s display screen?

57. Which fashion brand has announced the appointment of actress Janhvi Kapoor as its new brand ambassador?

58. On the occasion of World EV Day (9 September), which ride hailing company launched the 'Drivers Of Change’ campaign?

59. Cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle has taken on a new role as co-partner and chief holiday officer at which luxury travel platform?

60. American chipmaker Nvidia and which company will together build a foundational large language model (LLM), an artificial intelligence algorithm, that will be trained on an array of diverse Indic languages?

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Biz Quizzard 1014

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period August 28 - September 02. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Which diversified energy company last week named Mansi Madan Tripathy as its new country chair, effective October 1?

2. Which company last week said it will fully acquire KRSV Innovative Auto Solutions, an automotive aftermarket spare parts platform, for Rs 142.4 crore?

3. Global shipping and logistics firm UPS Technologies last week inaugurated its first technology centre in the country. Which city?

4. The 3 children of which company’s chairman and managing director will be inducted on the board as non-executive directors?

5. Which company launched a limited-edition dessert, Lunar Dulce de Leche Choux Bun, in celebration of Chandrayaan-3?

6. Which company has roped in celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor to endorse its XTRATEJ LPG brand?

7. Umesh Revankar, executive vice chairman of Shriram Finance, has been appointed chairman of which industry body for a two-year term?

8. Which health insurance company has reintroduced its ‘#SabKiSister’ campaign for Raksha Bandhan?

9. Which skin and hair care solutions company has launched a television commercial, featuring actress Parineeti Chopra, for its face wash product?

10. Which Bengaluru-headquartered company has, through its wholly owned subsidiaries, entered into an agreement to acquire Dubai-based apparel manufacturer Atraco Group (Atraco)?

11. Which sports entity has launched its latest brand campaign in India titled ‘#ThisIsBasketball’, featuring actor and brand ambassador Ranveer Singh?

12. Which digital imaging and printing solutions company has launched its global ‘#MakeTheSwitch’ campaign in India?

13. Which dating app has entered the Indian market with focus on humor and authentic connections?

14. This should be easy. Which brand has unveiled its new logo, and tagline 'Give Me Power. Give Me Red.'?

15. Which company last week announced the sale of its dairy business Nilgiri Dairy Farm to AVA Cholayil Healthcare for a total consideration of Rs 67 crore?

16. Which bank last week launched a paid savings account where the customer will not be charged for many services and will not be required to maintain a minimum balance?

17. Which supply chain solutions provider last week said current executive vice chairman R Dinesh would take over as its chairman with immediate effect?

18. Which company last week unveiled a prototype of the first Bharat Stage (BS) VI compliant electrified flexfuel car?

19. Which cement company has appointed Puneet Dalmia as MD and CEO, effective December 8, 2023?

20. TV Narendran, CEO and Managing Director of Tata Steel Limited, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Board of Governors of which IIT?

21. Which business group has launched the 'Miss.Represent' campaign addressing gender equality within our society?

22. Which luxury fragrance brand has launched a television commercial with the positioning ‘Very Very French’?

23. Which mattress brand has roped in badminton player PV Sindhu as its brand ambassador?

24. Which fashion brand has announced actress Palak Tiwari as first Indian womenswear ambassador?

25. Which fashion brand has unveiled its new campaign "Legends Forever, to Play Together", featuring Mahesh Bhupathi and Leander Paes, and Arjun Rampal and Milind Soman?

26. Which gifting solutions brand has launched its Rakhi campaign ‘Make Rakhi Feel Special’, featuring actress Soha Ali Khan?

27. Which company and its associated companies have launched the Raksha Bandhan campaign ‘#RespectAllBandhans’?

28. Which retailer has unveiled its latest denim collection through the "Live Your Dance, Live Your Denim" campaign?

29. Which beauty care brand from the house of Cavinkare rolled out the digital campaign “Unseen Bonds” for Raksha Bandhan?

30. Tata Motors last week unveiled a new identity for its electric vehicle (EV) business. What will it be called?

31. Which general insurance company has launched an initiative to promote insurance through a film ‘#KaroSabkoInsure’?

32. Which digital payments firm has entered the stock broking segment with the launch of its mobile application Share(dot)Market?

33. Which MNC has released the digital film ‘#IndiaKiRide’, featuring actor Sonu Sood, to celebrate 10 years in India?

34. Which metro in India is set to join the elite metro systems of London, Moscow, Berlin, Munich, and Istanbul, which have composite aluminium third rail instead of those made of steel?

35. Which banking fintech has unveiled its latest ad campaign, ‘#SawaalHiNahi’, targeting students traveling international?

36. Which malted beverage brand has released its new ad, with the positioning ‘#VitaminDKiTaakat’?

37. Which mosquito repellant brand has launched the ‘#SurakshaKaBandhan’ campaign?

38. Which electric 2-wheelers manufacturer will diversify into premium segment under the A2B brand?

39. Nestlé India has forayed into the millets-based ready-to-make category under which nutrition brand?

40. UPI monthly transactions count crossed which milestone mark for the first time in August?

41. Singapore’s Garena last week announced the relaunch of which mobile game in India, with cricketer MS Dhoni as brand ambassador?

42. Which beauty platform has launched the campaign 'Find Your Own Beauty', highlighting its wide selection of premium brands?

43. Which automobile company launched a new campaign “EVing is Living” to redefine an era of conscious living by switching to EVs?

44. Which beauty retailer has unveiled its new campaign ‘Kya Khoob Lagte Ho’?

45. Which omni-channel beauty retail platform has released the campaign ‘#ForEveryYou’, featuring celebrities Kareena Kapoor Khan, Kiara Advani, and Suhana Khan?

46. Which lubricants brand has launched the 'Suraksha Bandhan' campaign, weaving together poignant sibling moments with the harsh realities of trucker life?

47. Which contemporary ethnic wear brand has launched a festive campaign "Jab Tayyar Tab Tyohaar" to showcase its Festive'23 collection?

48. Which smart lock screen platform has unveiled its ‘#UnlockNahiKarneka’ campaign, featuring actor Jackie Shroff?

49. Which watch brand has launched the 'Be Both' campaign, featuring actor and brand ambassador Vijay Deverakonda?

50. Shares of Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL) closed at which milestone mark for the first time last week?

51. Which integrated study-abroad platform has unveiled its first campaign ‘The Right Door’, featuring cricketer Suryakumar Yadav?

52. Which deodorant brand has launched the ‘Breaking Limits: Girls Can’ series in India with the ambition of helping more girls play football?

53. Which instant noodle company has elevated Sandeep Bakhshi as Managing Director?

54. Which beauty brand has roped in actress Karisma Kapoor to endorse its Face Powder?

55. Which platform dedicated to building a compassionate caregiver ecosystem launched its transformative campaign featuring the song "Khayal Rakhna"?

56. Which Pune-based foods company has announced the appointment of Dilen Gandhi as its MD?

57. Which company, that provides GenZs in India and Southeast Asia with up-to-date fashion information, has launched the campaign ‘#NEWMEveryday’ featuring actress Sanjana Sanghi?

58. Which electrical and digital building infrastructure solutions company has launched the ‘#AllRounderSwitch’ campaign that captures the essence of India's multitasking culture?

59. Which luxury fashion house has picked up retail space in Jio World Plaza in Mumbai’s Bandra-Kurla Complex to set up its biggest store in India?

60. Which Indian company and US-based Corning International Corp have formed a joint venture to set up the country’s first facility for producing finished cover glass parts for the mobile consumer electronics industry?

61. India’s largest cinema exhibition company PVR Inox recorded its single biggest box office month of all time in August. What was the gross box office revenue?

62. Which Indian IT company last week said that it has completed the acquisition of Danske Bank’s IT centre in India?

63. Which Dutch hair cosmetics brand has partnered with Maison D’ Auraine to enter India?

64. Which premium dry fruits & nuts brand launched the second phase of its ongoing campaign 'Healthy ko Rakhe Healthy', featuring former cricketer Rahul Dravid playing an iconic avatar?

65. The assets under management (AUM) of NPS and Atal Pension Yojana (APY) crossed which milestone on August 23?

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Biz Quizzard 1013

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period August 21 - 26. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Which company is increasing stake in its subsidiary and new-age jewellery brand CaratLane to 98.28% by acquiring an additional 27.18% share for Rs 4,621 crore?

2. Family investment offices of Ranjan Pai, Harsh Mariwala, and Hemendra Kothari have picked up a stake in which ecommerce firm for about Rs 435 crore?

3. Which oil retailer has announced former cricketer Rahul Dravid as its new brand ambassador?

4. Which pharma company has acquired diabetes brands ONDERO and ONDERO MET from Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH. including the trademark rights, for €26 million?

5. Which QSR chain has introduced the Kartik Aaryan Meal, which includes the actor’s favorites from the menu?

6. Which company has recently unveiled its in-house brand, 'Fabricare,' which specialises in high-performance fabrics, and released an ad featuring actors Shah Rukh Khan and Alia Bhatt?

7. Which platform for informed online education choices has unveiled its latest campaign, ‘#DabbeseBahar’?

8. Which footwear brand has introduced its latest collection NitPro, as an integral facet of its athleisure sub-brand, Leap7x?

9. Which fragrance brand has collaborated with former cricketer Sourav Ganguly for its upcoming TVC-led campaign?

10. Technology entrepreneur John Warnock died on August 18 at age 82. He was the co-founder of which well-known company?

11. Wipro Consumer Care & Lighting has announced the re-launch of which ayurvedic soap brand in Maharashtra, with the ‘Apne Desh Ka Glow’ campaign?

12. Which Chinese smartphone brand is marking its re-entry into India through a licensing deal?

13. Which infrastructure development company has acquired a 50.10% stake in Michigan Engineers (MEPL), an EPC company in the urban water infrastructure segment, for Rs 137 crore?

14. Which oil exploration company announced that the company’s Executive Director and CFO, Ramasamy Jeevanandam, would be the Managing Director from October 1?

15. Which biscuit brand has launched the ‘#Feelthefit’ campaign featuring actor Ranveer Singh?

16. Which brand has launched the ‘Khayaal Rakhne Vaale Haath’ campaign for its new handwash packs?

17. Which eyewear brand has launched a K-Pop collection through an AI-driven campaign?

18. Which matrimony platform has launched the 'Be Choosy 2.0' campaign?

19. Which realty company has announced former cricketer Sourav Ganguly as its national brand ambassador?

20. Global logistics and supply chain major CEVA Logistics has entered into an agreement to acquire 96% stake in which tech-driven third-party warehouse and distribution service provider?

21. HDFC Capital Advisors and which company will set up a joint venture platform to undertake both plotted developments and low-rise projects across key property markets in India?

22. Which automobile company announced the launch of its ‘100 Years of Driving Smiles' campaign?

23. Which incense sticks brand has launched a campaign featuring cricketer MS Dhoni, with an emphasis on ‘Mann Ki Shanti’?

24. Which confectionery brand has launched the campaign ‘Har pal fun kar’, featuring cricketer Jasprit Bumrah?

25. Which financial services company has roped in cricketer Shubman Gill as its brand ambassador?

26. Which bags and accessories brand from Bagzone Lifestyle has roped in actor Ranveer Singh as brand ambassador?

27. Which toothpaste brand variant has roped in actor Kartik Aaryan as brand ambassador?

28. Which paint brand has launched the campaign ‘#StealsTheSpotlight’ featuring actress Deepika Padukone, and director Karan Johar?

29. Which bank has announced its partnership with five badminton players – Lakshya Sen, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, Chirag Shetty, Treesa Jolly, and Gayatri Gopichand?

30. The government last week launched a programme aimed at improving road safety by raising the safety standards of motor vehicles. What is it called?

31. Which toxin-free and natural personal care brand launched a digital video campaign 'For Every Mom, Through Every Change' featuring actress Neha Dhupia?

32. Which automobile brand unveiled the country’s largest outdoor installation made of LEGO bricks, at Cyberhub, Gurugram?

33. Which paint brand has launched a campaign with the positioning of offering maximum coverage, featuring actors Alia Bhatt and Ayushmann Khuranna?

34. Actress Urvashi Rautela has teamed up with entrepreneur Rohit Khemmka to introduce which “smart skincare” brand?

35. Which digital infrastructure solutions company has acquired Sheltera Construction Intl Limited to strengthen its foothold in the small cell and optic fibre domains?

36. Which technology company has appointed Pulkit Trivedi as India managing director?

37. Which sports experiences and travel platform launched the digital campaign ‘Experience The Exclusive’, featuring sports personalities Sourav Ganguly and Mary Kom?

38. Which watch brand has roped in cricketer Shubman Gill as its brand ambassador?

39. Which sustainable and slow fashion brand has launched the campaign ‘#KillerFashion’?

40. TVS Motor Company last week unveiled ‘first-of-its-kind’ crossover electric two-wheeler, targeting Gen Z and millennials globally. What has it been branded as?

41. Which protein supplement brand has launched the campaign "Suno Khudki Karo Khudki", featuring Kritarth Chauhan, National Callisthenics Champion (2020, 2022)?

42. Which demi-fine jewellery brand has released a new film “Thankyou Bhaiya”, celebrating Raksha Bandhan?

43. Which personal care brand launched the ‘#pHmatters’ campaign for its Hair Care portfolio?

44. Which denim and lifestyle brand has unveiled the campaign "#ThreadsOfLove" for Raksha Bandhan?

45. Which luxury Swiss chocolate brand has announced the opening of its first exclusive store in India at DLF Emporio in New Delhi?

46. Which edible oil brand has launched an ad featuring actress Kalki Koechlin to promote its Olive Pomace Oil?

47. Which fast-moving electrical goods (FMEG) company has announced its latest campaign, ‘#RishtonKiGrooming’, to celebrate the joyous festival of Rakhi?

48. Which global influencer marketing B2B SaaS platform has roped in Hemang Mehta as its country manager for India?

49. HDFC Bank last week launched a new credit card in partnership with which international hotel chain?

50. Which Indian company last week roped in tennis legend Rafael Nadal as global brand ambassador?

51. Which IT company has introduced Quasar, a Gen AI platform for enterprise AI development?

52. Which food company launched the ‘Pyaar Ka Tohfa’ campaign celebrating Raksha Bandhan?

53. Which retailer has elevated Kavindra Mishra as Executive Director & CEO?

54. Which eye care company has launched the 'See Brilliantly, Live Brilliantly' campaign, highlighting Cataract surgery benefits?

55. Which adaptive learning ecosystem has launched the film ‘Rakshabandhan in the Life of a UPSC Aspirant’ with the positioning 'Your personal UPSC mentor'?

56. Which company last week launched its youth-focused fashion retail brand Yousta with the opening of its first store in Hyderabad’s Sarath City Mall?

57. Which global premium pets company has entered India to sell dogs and cats related accessories, apparel, grooming products, and more?

58. Which snack and packaged food manufacturer has launched its Raksha Bandhan film, an extension of the ‘#PyarKaMeethaBandhan’ campaign, to raise awareness about adoption?

59. Which gifting solutions company has unveiled its brand mascot, an animated bespectacled giraffe named ‘AMA', and is expanding into the children’s category?

60. Reliance Industries last week announced that it has entered into an understanding with which hospitality major to jointly manage three properties across India and the UK?

61. Private equity firm Roark Capital Group has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire which quick service restaurant (QSR) chain for $9.55 billion?

62. Which company’s wholly-owned subsidiary has entered into an agreement to buy out the remaining stake held by founder and his affiliates in Ravindranath GE Medical Associates (RGE)?

63. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has awarded the title sponsorship rights for all BCCI international and domestic home matches to which banking company?

64. Which omni-channel jewellery retailer last week appointed Avnish Anand as its new chief executive?

65. Which Indian IT company last week announced a brand partnership with Polish tennis star and four-time grand slam winner Iga Swiatek?

66. Which jewellery brand has roped in cricketer Suryakumar Yadav as brand ambassador?

67. Which packaged water brand has partnered with the Mollywood movie, King of Kotha, starring Dulquer Salmaan?

68. Which food and grocery delivery platform has launched its Raksha Bandhan film featuring OTT actors Satish Ray, Shrishti Srivastava, and Manik Papneja?

69. Which healthcare provider has launched a campaign with the core message of ‘Take Care Of Yourself’?

70. Kalyan Jewellers opened 11 new stores across India in August, including one in Jammu last week. Which global stores milestone did it touch with this launch?

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Biz Quizzard 1012

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period August 14 - 19. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Which company will set up an advanced energy research and innovation centre, ‘E Positive Energy Labs’, at the GMR Aerocity near Hyderabad airport?

2. Which homegrown integrated digital marketing services company has acquired digital marketing agency Social Panga?

3. Which ecommerce-focused logistics firm has acquired New Delhi-based courier firm Trackon in an all-cash transaction?

4. Which watch brand has announced the launch of its repositioning campaign ‘Find Your Joy’?

5. Which cookies brand has roped in actor Shah Rukh Khan as brand ambassador?

6. Which women’s wear brand has roped in actress Janhvi Kapoor to spearhead a new campaign “Always Ready for More…Anytime, Anywhere”?

7. Bobby Pawar has decided to step down as chairman and CCO of which advertising entity?

8. Which eyewear retailer has unveiled its new line Zefr, a lightweight luxury eyewear created in France?

9. Which commercial vehicles manufacturer will fully acquire OHM Global Mobility from OHM International Mobility?

10. Tata Sons' earnings from brand subscription crossed which milestone mark in FY23?

11. India’s first long-range revolver, Prabal, was launched last week. Which state-owned company is the manufacturer?

12. Which sustainable products company has announced actress Bhumi Pednekar as brand ambassador and investor?

13. Which business conglomerate launched the ‘#AsYouWishIndia’ film for Independence Day?

14. Which online skill-based gaming platform launched the video "India ke rang hai ajab gajab" ahead of Independence Day 2023?

15. Which cooking gadget launched the ‘What’s new on the menu’ campaign?

16. Which QSR chain launched the ‘Pizzas for every mood’ campaign featuring two emoji avatars?

17. Which baby care brand launched the digital video commercial 'Procession' as a tribute to India's Independence Day?

18. Which jewellery retailer unveiled its Independence Day campaign film, ‘Stories of Courage’, featuring actress Regina Cassandra?

19. Which appliances company has published ‘Flavours of India cookbook’ to bring together the essence of India's diverse culinary heritage, during Independence Day?

20. Which healthcare group has sought a license from Irdai for a health insurance business, and has roped in insurance industry veteran Ravi Vishwanath to lead it?

21. Which motorcycle brand has launched the Super Squad Edition (SSE), drawing inspiration from two Marvel superheroes, Black Panther, and Iron Man?

22. Which cement brand launched the campaign "Desh Ban Raha Hai” for Independence Day?

23. Which paints brand launched the campaign 'Think Beautiful' for Independence Day?

24. Which bank launched its Independence Day campaign ‘End Dependence’?

25. Which IT firm last week said it has been chosen by Cricket Australia (CA), the national governing body for the game in Australia, for the next phase of CA’s digital transformation?

26. Which media company will acquire the remaining 51% stake in Quintillion Business Media Pvt. Ltd. to take full control of the Raghav Bahl-curated digital business news platform?

27. Which company last week unveiled its super-sports EV motorcycle - Diamond Head?

28. Which chocolate brand launched its Raksha Bandhan campaign featuring actress Sara Ali Khan?

29. Which aluminum company launched the campaign ‘#AzadiKaAsliMatlab’ (The True Meaning of Freedom) on the occasion of India’s Independence Day 2023?

30. Bindeshwar Pathak, 80, died last week in Delhi from cardiac arrest. He was the founder of which organisation?

31. Which payment and business solutions company launched its Independence Day campaign ‘#FreedomOfPayment’?

32. Which general insurance brand launched the campaign ‘#AsliAzaadi’?

33. Which cement brand launched its Independence Day campaign ‘Jahan Bharat Basta Hai’?

34. Which co-working spaces provider collaborated with comedienne AiyyoShraddha to launched the video 'The Final Round’?

35. Singapore-based Jungle Ventures last week said it has merged which Bengaluru-based fund, in which it is an anchor investor, with itself to kick-start its healthtech foray?

36. Which marketing technologies provider announced the acquisition of Quantcast Choice, a consent management platform designed to help publishers align with the global privacy regulations?

37. Which company’s bid to acquire Meenakshi Energy through the insolvency resolution process was approved by the Hyderabad National Company Law Tribunal last week?

38. Which company’s MD and CEO, Anil Pant, 54, died last week, as per a regulatory filing?

39. Which ghee brand launched its latest television commercial 'Masale Ka Dibba'?

40. Which electric vehicles manufacturer unveiled its sonic identity and anthem 'Le Chalaang' in collaboration with music director AR Rahman?

41. Which company last week unveiled a tractor line under the OJA platform?

42. Which brand in the oral solid multivitamin segment launched a campaign featuring actor Ranveer Singh?

43. Which logistics company launched the campaign ‘Bhatak Gaye’?

44. For Independence Day, which digital banking platform launched the ‘#FinancialKrantikaris’ initiative to celebrate young disruptors who are contributing to the country’s economic revolution?

45. Which beverage brand partnered with Odia rapper Samir Rishu Mohanty, popularly known as 'Rapper Big Deal', to launched the video ‘Uthi Ja, Dhana!’ for Hip-Hop Day?

46. On the occasion of its 94th Founders’ Day, which business group unveiled its latest corporate film, "Create What is Worth Creating."?

47. Which company has acquired an under-development transmission project from Hyderabad-based Megha Engineering & Infrastructures (MEIL) for an undisclosed amount?

48. Which professional services and investment management firm has appointed Badal Yagnik as Chief Executive Officer, India, with immediate effect?

49. Which global technology company that develops networked visualisation solutions has appointed Rajeeva Lochan Sharma as India managing director?

50. Which luggage maker has elevated its Chief Financial Officer, Neetu Kashiramka as the Managing Director Designate?

51. Which company launched 'Fryday Campaign’ celebrating the joy of food and Friday?

52. Which chocolate brand unveiled its latest campaign ‘#BrothersWhoCare’, which highlights the profound sibling bond?

53. Which jewellery brand unveiled its latest campaign TVC ‘Heera Ho Tum’ celebrating the spirit of Indian women?

54. Which contemporary ethnic wear brand has launched its latest collection, 'Rumi’, and has roped in actress Bhumi Pednekar as brand ambassador?

55. Which premium jewellery brand has introduced its latest Rakhi collection with the ‘Ties of Love’ campaign?

56. Which dermatologist-developed prestige beauty brand has roped in actress Triptii Dimri as the new brand ambassador for the Indian market?

57. Which skilling and workforce development platform unveiled its latest campaign ‘Bus of Opportunity’?

58. Which cosmetics brand has recently collaborated with Microsoft to introduce a novel approach to video calls on Microsoft Teams – virtual makeup?

59. Which pharma company has roped in former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar as the brand ambassador for its ‘#TensionMatLo’ campaign?

60. The philanthropic and CSR arm of which IT firm has committed over Rs 100 crore to launch a STEM scholarship programme to empower aspiring girl students?

61. Which bank launched the ‘Find your India’ campaign for Independence Day?

62. Which matrimony platform, along with Udayan Care, has unveiled a campaign titled 'RevolutioNaaris'?

63. Which meat brand has launched the campaign ‘Meaty Benefits, On & On!’ to introduce its rewards-based program, Infiniti?

64. Which made-to-order atta brand has launched the campaign ‘#FreeFRESHistan’?

65. Which snack brand has collaborated with hot sauce brand Naagin to introduce Bhoot Chips?

66. Which MNC bank has named Pramod Kumar its new CEO in India?

67. PR Seshadri has been appointed new MD & CEO of which bank?

68. Which digital imaging company launched the campaign ‘The Gatecrashers’ to mark World Photography Day?

69. Which company released its latest campaign, ‘More than Just A Fuel Station’, for its mobility business in India?

70. The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) reached which accounts count milestone on August 9?

71. Which company launched the awareness campaign '#FraudFighters' for World Senior Citizens Day (August 21), featuring actress Poonam Dhillon?

72. Which digital payments brand unveiled the campaign "Bill Payment Ka Smarter Way," featuring actor Ayushmann Khurrana?

73. RBI has launched a centralised web portal aimed at simplifying the search for unclaimed deposits across banks. What has it been branded as?

74. Which company has set up Maharashtra’s biggest cashew processing plant at its Mohadi (Nashik) campus?

75. Indian cinema witnessed its highest ever combined weekend gross box office collection in the last weekend (August 11-13). What was the amount?

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Biz Quizzard 1011

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period August 07 - 12. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Which Japanese mobile entertainment company has announced the launch of India’s first $50 million Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) fund?

2. Which beauty shopping app has released a new campaign ‘#YourBeautyMatchmaker’ featuring brand ambassador and actress Kriti Sanon?

3. Which chocolate brand has unveiled the campaign 'Feels like a French Kiss' for the launch of its new variant – Ganache?

4. Which life insurance brand launched the ‘Dosti Ki Jhappi’ campaign for Friendship Day?

5. Which QSR chain unveiled the campaign ‘#YourBestiesTreat’ for Friendship Day?

6. Which hair care brand unveiled the "Naturally Strong Friendship” for Friendship Day?

7. Which spices and masala brand has launched its latest TV campaign, featuring actress and brand ambassador Manju Warrier, for Onam?

8. Which condoms brand has roped in actor Kartik Aaryan as brand ambassador, and has launched the campaign "Apne Partner Se Puchho"?

9. Which hybrid schooling platform has roped in actor Ayushmann Khurrana as brand ambassador?

10. Which ecommerce platform last week announced that it achieved profitability in July at the consolidated profit after tax (PAT) level?

11. Which company has announced the introduction of Steel Brace radial tyres for high-performance motorcycles?

12. The government has granted a one-year extension to which PSU’s chairman Shrikant Madhav Vaidya, who is due to retire at the end of this month?

13. Which beauty solutions brand has roped in actress Disha Patani as brand ambassador?

14. Which tiles manufacturer has launched its latest campaign, celebrating 35 years of excellence, featuring actors Akshay Kumar and Ranveer Singh as brand ambassadors?

15. Which sleep solutions company has launched the ‘#SleepPeacefully!Every.Single.Night’ campaign featuring actress Raashii Khanna?

16. Which luxury motorcycle brand has roped in actor Ranveer Singh as brand ambassador for India?

17. Which beverage brand launched the 'Desh Ke Dhaage' campaign, celebrating India's handloom legacy?

18. Reliance Retail has achieved which milestone transactions count landmark in FY23, according to the annual report of Reliance Industries?

19. Which online gaming and betting platform has announced the appointment of cricketer Dale Steyn as its new brand ambassador on the occasion of its 3rd anniversary?

20. Tata Consumer Products (TCP) is launching a range of cold pressed oils under which brand?

21. FCB Kinnect and which smartphone company have introduced X-Lens, a reality content venture on Disney + Hotstar, marking the company's first foray into this domain?

22. Which telecom brand launched its latest campaign ‘human network testing network’ featuring Mumbai’s Dabbawalas?

23. Which horticulture brand has unveiled its new campaign, featuring renowned Master Chef Ajay Chopra, for its frozen peas?

24. The Delhi high court in an “interim order” restrained fast food chain Wow Momo from using which mark?

25. Which Bengaluru-based biofuels technology company has acquired Germany-based design and engineering company Proweps Envirotech GmbH for an undisclosed amount?

26. Which sustainable fruit and vegetable farming company has expanded its portfolio with a 1,000-acre tea estate in Assam?

27. Which business group has announced the appointment of Keki Mistry, former CEO & Vice Chairman of HDFC Ltd., as the Strategic Adviser to all its financial services ventures?

28. Which cream biscuit brand has launched a television commercial for its new variant, claimed to be “first open crème biscuit", with the positioning ‘No Twist. Just Lick. Pop.’?

29. Which brand has launched an innovative product in the coffee space – ‘Instant filter coffee liquid Bottle’?

30. Ambareesh Murty, 51, passed away in Leh last week after a cardiac arrest. He was the cofounder and chief executive of which company?

31. Which consumer appliances retailer has launched the ‘Let Freedom Find You’ campaign for its Independence Day Sale?

32. Which English proficiency assessment brand has launched its local campaign ‘#FasterWayForward’?

33. Which realty company has announced actor Anil Kapoor as the brand ambassador for its project in Thane?

34. Which farm equipment manufacturer last week unveiled Series 9 Range of Compact Tractors, and announced its plans to enter the US market in two years?

35. Which digital-first wellness brand has raised Rs 14.40 crore in a seed-funding round led by Unilever Ventures, the VC arm of FMCG giant Unilever?

36. Which real estate investment trust, the owner and developer of Grade A office portfolio, has appointed Ramesh Nair as Chief Executive Officer with effect from September 1, 2023?

37. Which rusk brand has roped in actor Diljit Dosanjh as brand ambassador?

38. Which mutual fund brand has launched the “Sahi Samay Pe Sip Karo” campaign?

39. Which lifestyle brand has launched the ‘#BeardKaAsliBaap’ campaign featuring actor and brand ambassador Yash?

40. Which IT major last week unveiled its sonic brand identity, the auditory equivalent of its blue visual identity and logo.?

41. Which appliances company has rolled out its new campaign ‘#FoodKaMoodBadlo’?

42. Which fintech platform has announced its rebranding to ZET?

43. Which snacks and sweets maker has forayed into the branded spice market under the sub-brand, 'Swad Anusar'?

44. Which Hyderabad-based pharmaceutical excipient maker has acquired 80% stake in active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) manufacturing company Trimax Bio Sciences for Rs 100 crore?

45. Air India last week unveiled a new brand identity. What is the new logo called?

46. Which realty developer has entered into a partnership with Global Health, which runs Medanta Hospital, to set up a 400-bed multi-speciality hospital in Delhi?

47. Actress Kareena Kapoor Khan has signed on as an investor and brand ambassador of which fresh fruit and vegetables company?

48. Which sports brand has onboarded actress Shanaya Kapoor as its new brand ambassador to deepen its connect with Gen Z consumers in the country?

49. Celebrating the festive spirit of Onam, which consumer durables brand has launched a campaign featuring actors Mohan Lal and Anusree to promote its refrigerators and washing machines?

50. Which company last week unveiled Rumion, its most affordable multi-purpose vehicle in the country?

51. Which Hyderabad-headquartered healthcare-technology start-up has announced the appointment of veteran actor Murali Sharma as its brand ambassador?

52. Which hair nourishment brand has launched a TVC to announce its latest innovation in hair care - Sampoorna Hair Oil?

53. Which fintech app has released a new campaign 'Make any Day Salary Day' for its unique On-Demand Salary product?

54. Which men's fashion brand has launched its first brand outlet at Ardee Mall in Gurugram?

55. Which bank has appointed Madhav Nair as the new country head & CEO for India?

56. Which MNC bank has launched the digital campaign 'My account starts today', featuring cricketer and brand ambassador Virat Kohli, for Independence Day?

57. Which D2C fit-tech company has onboarded actor Hrithik Roshan for endorsing its latest line-up of massagers?

58. Which men’s celebration wear brand launched the film ‘Are you a proud Indian? A father’s awakening.’ for Independence Day?

59. Which real estate developer unveiled its music campaign ‘#PragatiKiDhun’ for Independence Day?

60. Which FMCG major’s ‘1947% More History’ campaign is an ode to an entire generation of freedom fighters and to the very few living freedom fighters we have amongst us today?

61. Which omnichannel Pan India diagnostics service provider has announced the launch of its campaign, "Bimari se Azadi," in commemoration of Independence Day?

62. Which mid-tier IT firm has acquired Bengaluru-based consulting firm Thoucentric for an undisclosed sum?

63. Which fragrance brand has unveiled its new campaign ‘#NotesFromAPerfumer’ featuring celebrity Mira Kapoor, and Ilias Erminidis, one of the top French Master Perfumers?

64. Which pregnancy detection brand unveiled its AI-powered marketing campaign, featuring actress Anushka Sharma, to thank chemists?

65. Maruti Suzuki India last week said its pre-owned car business has crossed which cumulative sales milestone since inception?

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Biz Quizzard 1010

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period July 31 - August 05. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Bajaj Auto, India’s largest exporter of motorcycles and three-wheelers, is setting up its first overseas manufacturing plant in which country?

2. Which group has launched the Canadian lingerie and sleepwear brand, la Vie en Rose, in India, with its first store opening at DLF Mall of India in Noida?

3. Actor and entrepreneur Suniel Shetty has picked up a minority stake in which professional arm-wrestling tournament?

4. Which infrastructure investment trust (InvIT) has acquired four road assets from Macquarie India in a deal worth Rs 3,000 crore?

5. Which French luxury hair care brand has roped in actress Sonam Kapoor as India brand ambassador?

6. Vineet Rao is stepping down as the CEO of which ecommerce company?

7. Which startup focussing on manufacturing and selling medium and heavy electric trucks has appointed Vinod K Dasari, former MD of Ashok Leyland, as the Chairman of its Board?

8. Which online travel portal has acquired a majority stake of 51% each in three travel companies - Guideline Group, Tripshope Online, and Dook Travels?

9. Which Multi System Operator (MSO) and wired broadband player has roped in actors Kartik Aaryan and Rashmika Mandanna as brand ambassadors?

10. Which automobile company will acquire its parent’s manufacturing facility in Gujarat to ensure better management control over the unit?

11. Which eye hospital chain has launched the campaign 'Choose what you see', featuring actors Revathi, and Anant Mahadevan?

12. Which fintech company has launched the ‘#SuperIsHere’ campaign for its all-new super app?

13. Which furniture fittings brand has launched the 'They change you.' campaign?

14. Which Android-based billing & inventory app has launched its first-ever ad campaign ‘Ab Business Hoga Asaan’?

15. Which business group has launched the 'Hues of Happiness' Art Collection, an artistic initiative that promotes employees' emotional well-being through Art display at its offices?

16. Which eyewear brand has launched the campaign ‘Reverse’, featuring supermodel, Vittoria Ceretti?

17. Which sewing machine and home appliances company has appointed Rakesh Khanna as its managing director and vice chairman?

18. Which airline has become the first in India to induct B737-8-200 into its fleet?

19. Brookfield Asset Management and which company last week said they have signed an agreement to manufacture renewable energy and decarbonisation equipment in Australia?

20. Which MNC has appointed former AWS India head Puneet Chandok as corporate vice president of India and South Asia, effective 1 September 2023?

21. Which group’s hospitality arm has acquired a 100% stake in KA Hospitality (KAH), that owns the home-grown brand CinCin and franchise rights of the three global restaurant brands?

22. Which international insurance broker has appointed Amit Agarwal as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of its Indian unit from August 1?

23. Which NBFC has launched the campaign ‘Bharosa India Ka’ featuring actress and brand ambassador Madhuri Dixit?

24. Which financial services brand has launched a campaign featuring actress Zeenat Aman?

25. Which smartphone brand has unveiled its new campaign ‘#WhereJoyLives'?

26. Which beverage brand has teamed up with stand-up icon Zakir Khan to celebrate Friendship Day with personalized messages?

27. Which dating app has launched the ‘No Compromise’ campaign, featuring actors Sayani Gupta and Amol Parashar?

28. Which smart door locks company has roped in actors Urvashi Rautela and Dayanand Shetty as brand ambassadors?

29. Global private equity investor KKR has signed definitive agreements to acquire a majority stake in which pallet pooling platform?

30. Tata Consumer Products-owned NourishCo Beverages has launched Kashmiri saffron under which umbrella brand?

31. Which on-demand logistics provider’s co-founder Uttam Digga will become its new CEO?

32. Maruti Suzuki Alto has touched which cumulative sales milestone?

33. Which beverage brand has launched its ICC World Cup campaign featuring cricket Harsha Bhogle?

34. Which brand has released its new campaign 'Ab Feel Karega India' to continue its efforts on raising awareness around Nerve Health and B-Vitamin deficiency?

35. Which eyewear and specialised prescription lenses company has signed cricketer Virat Kohli as its brand ambassador?

36. Singapore-based asset manager Temasek will invest Rs 1,200 crore in which group’s four-wheeler passenger electric company?

37. Which printing solutions company last week unveiled a 4-color machine Revoria Press EC1100?

38. Which plant-based dairy alternatives brand announced its partnership with cricketer Ajinkya Rahane as brand ambassador as well as an investor?

39. Which beverage brand has unveiled its new television campaign "How do you pulp it?", featuring actors Nani, and Shraddha Kapoor?

40. Which cement company will acquire Sanghi Industries at an enterprise value of Rs 5,000 crore?

41. Which global technology company has named actress Deepika Padukone as a Hair Care technologies brand ambassador?

42. Which brand has announced its foray into the brass and copper vessel cleaning segment with the launch of sub-brand ‘Shudhham’?

43. Which spirits brand last week announced the launch of its new brand proposition, ‘A Warm Welcome’?

44. Which multiplex chain has launched the campaign ‘Fresh Dekho, Bada Dekho’?

45. Which health and fitness brand has announced actor Ranveer Singh as its brand ambassador and ‘Motivator-In-Chief’?

46. Which audio solutions brand recently launched its latest digital marketing campaign ‘Mute The World’, featuring cricketers Rinku Singh and Yashasvi Jaiswal?

47. Which general insurance company has launched the campaign 'Out of this world' to promote its app?

48. Which online travel portal has unveiled its latest campaign ‘#FriendsWithBenefits’ for Friendship Day?

49. Which fashion brand has launched the campaign ‘Spot it, Get it’ featuring brand ambassadors Khushi Kapoor and Vedang Raina?

50. Maruti Suzuki Smart Finance (MSSF) said it has achieved a landmark milestone of facilitating how many car loans through its 23 finance partners in three years?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1010 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

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Biz Quizzard 1009

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period July 24 - 29. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Bain Capital has entered into a definitive agreement with which business group to acquire 90% of its NBFC and its wholly owned subsidiary?

2. Which homegrown, luxury skincare brand has launched Shun the Sun sunscreen?

3. Which sports betting platform has announced the appointment of former cricketer Robin Uthappa as its brand ambassador?

4. The board of ITC has accorded its in-principle approval to spin off which business into a new entity?

5. Which company has entered into an agreement to invest alongside Brookfield Infrastructure and Digital Realty in their Indian platform set up for developing data centres across the country?

6. The government last week said that all industrial licences issued under the Industries (Development and Regulation) Act will now be valid for how many years?

7. TV Narendran has been appointed again as which steel maker’s chief executive officer and managing director for a period of five years?

8. The labour ministry has approved what % interest rate for nearly 70 million Employees´ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) subscribers for the financial year 2022-2023?

9. Which auto components maker has signed an agreement to acquire Germany-based Dr Schneider Group for Rs 1,073.5 crore as part of its diversification strategy?

10. Which company has entered into an agreement to acquire the entire stake of Aegon and Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd (BCCL) in Aegon Life Insurance?

11. Which financial services company has launched the campaign ‘#IssLoanMeinLoadNahi’?

12. Which brand has launched the television commercial ‘Kya Baat Hai’ to promote its Emergency LED bulb, INSTACHARGE?

13. Which mattress brand has launched the 'Great Sleep Means Great Health' campaign, featuring cricketer and brand ambassador Virat Kohli?

14. After ending its four-decade-long collaboration with Luxor last month, which company is all set to enter the Indian premium pen market as an individual entity?

15. Which diamond boutique has roped in actress Sonam Kapoor Ahuja as brand ambassador?

16. Which wellness company has unveiled its new campaign "The OG Pimple Solution"?

17. Which brand has roped in actress Keerthy Suresh as brand ambassador and launched a campaign for its range of Home Lockers and Electronic Home Security?

18. Which electric commercial vehicle maker has appointed Aanchal Jain as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)?

19. Which Non-Banking Financial Company-Micro Finance Institution (NBFC-MFI) has elevated Ganesh Narayanan as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective August 1, 2023?

20. Which engineering company will buy back shares worth Rs 10,000 crore?

21. Which baby care brand has launched the 'Promise, pehle pal se' campaign?

22. Which airline has launched its new inflight magazine, Namaste(dot)ai?

23. Which small finance bank has launched the campaign 'Ek Doosre Pe Bharosa, Ek Doosre Ki Tarakki' (‘#TrustEachOtherToGrowTogether’)?

24. Which premium menswear brand’s ambassador and actor Hrithik Roshan has directed its latest campaign?

25. Which brand has announced the launch of Colorisma Semi-Permanent Hair Colors?

26. Which global media trading company has announced the official launch of its independent office in India, and has announced Sparsh Ganguli as India head?

27. Which US-based investment giant is creating a 50:50 joint venture with Jio Financial Services to create an asset management business, marking a return to the country after exiting in 2018?

28. Which business group is set to expand its footprint into formal banking, having decided to buy nearly 10% of private-sector lender RBL Bank?

29. Which company has become the largest PSU refinery (single location) in India for 2022-23?

30. Which company is acquiring a majority stake of up to 58% in Satiya Nutraceuticals that owns online-first plant-based nutrition brand Plix for Rs 369 crore?

31. Which company has incorporated a wholly owned subsidiary called Tivolt Electric Vehicles Pvt. Ltd. to broaden its product and business portfolio in the productive end of electric vehicles?

32. Food delivery platform Swiggy has partnered with which bank to launch a co-branded credit card?

33. Which women-first dating and social networking app has launched the campaign ‘Kindness is Sexy’ featuring actor Aditya Roy Kapoor?

34. Which pop singer, in collaboration with fragrance company Aesir Perfumes LLP, has launched his bespoke fragrance brand ‘SOL’ – a unisex perfume line born from the Stories of Life?

35. Which brand has unveiled its latest campaign in India for its watches, featuring actress Disha Patani?

36. Following up on its success in developing India’s premium ice-pops, which company has forayed into new FMCG range with the launch of Cornsticks?

37. Which career portal has unveiled its new campaign ‘Make Your Career Happen’?

38. Which payment solutions provider has entered into an agreement to acquire the cash management business of Writer Corporation, a multi-business enterprise, for an unspecified amount?

39. Which non-deposit taking NBFC has transferred controlling stake in its housing finance subsidiary to Perseus SG Pte. Ltd., an entity affiliated to TPG Global LLC, for Rs 3,004 crore?

40. Which brand continues to be India’s top FMCG brand, according to the latest edition of Brand Footprint, Kantar Worldpanel’s annual ranking of the most chosen consumer brands in India?

41. AirAsia India has received approval from Indian civil aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), to operate its flights under which brand?

42. Which modern artisanal spice brand has roped in actress Malaika Arora as brand ambassador, and has launched a campaign with the positioning 'Ghar Mein Gourmet'?

43. Which platform for sports and fitness equipment, apparel, and supplements has launched the campaign ‘The Maidan called India’

44. Which fashion platform has onboarded actors Khushi Kapoor and Vedang Raina as the new brand ambassadors for FWD, its immersive fashion experience tailored for Gen-Z?

45. Which smartphone brand has released a digital campaign ‘#CurveIntoTheNext’, featuring actors Vaani Kapoor and Rohit Saraf?

46. Which direct-to-consumer insurer has launched a campaign featuring actors Saif Ali Khan and Sara Ali Khan for its motor insurance?

47. Which personal care brand has launched Sandalwood Oil and Patchouli Gel Bar, with actress Rashmika Mandanna as brand ambassador?

48. Which actress last week launched her premium skincare brand - Hyphen - in association with PEP Technologies, the parent company of mCaffeine?

49. Ian Meakins, who is chairman of catering company Compass Group Plc and French electrical-supply maker Rexel SA, will be the new chairman of which MNC?

50. Asia-focused private equity fund Baring PE Asia EQT (BPEA EQT) will acquire 60-65% of which fertility chain for $650-700 million?

51. Chip maker AMD has announced an investment of $400 million in India, which will include building its biggest campus. Which city?

52. Which basmati rice brand has launched the ‘Khushboo Kuchh Khaas’ campaign?

53. The Maharashtra government has decided to confer the first ´Udyog Ratna´ award on which veteran industrialist?

54. Which company has launched the film ‘Go with the Flo’ for its newly released TWS lifestyle earbuds range, ‘Flobuds’?

55. Renault Nissan Automotive Pvt. Ltd. (RNAIPL) has crossed which cumulative production milestone at its Oragadam plant?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1009 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

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Biz Quizzard 1008

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period July 17 - 22. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Morgan Stanley PE Asia has acquired a controlling stake in which Delhi-headquartered chain of oncology hospitals and radiation therapy centres from Italy's KOS Group?

2. Which company in the wellness industry has recently launched a natural sugar replacer called "Everyday Sweet"?

3. Which brand is celebrating its ‘Heritage’ footwear collection with the 'Iconic Everywhere' campaign?

4. Belgium’s Proximus Group has signed a definitive agreement to buy 57.56% stake in which cloud communication platform provider through a unit for Rs 5,922 crore in cash?

5. Which industry body has elected Shree Cements managing director Neeraj Akhoury as its president?

6. Which MNC tyre maker has announced the appointment of Shantanu Deshpande as Managing Director for India?

7. Which home appliances company has announced the appointment of Salil Kapoor as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)?

8. Which online youth fashion brand has acquired Direct-to-Customer (D2C) online casual sneaker start-up Flatheads?

9. Which mobile game has launched the film "Ab Dhadkane Hongi Tez"?

10. Which mattress company has purchased a 35% stake in the furniture rental company Furlenco?

11. Which company has roped in actress Madhuri Dixit as a brand ambassador to promote its brands “Jaipur Kurti” and “Desi Fusion By Jaipur Kurti”?

12. Which brand, known for its batteries, has launched the 'For the New You' campaign?

13. Which dry fruits and nuts company in Karnataka recently launched the campaign 'Ishte Na'?

14. Which Gurgaon-based multi-beverage brands company has forayed into energy drink category with ‘Hustle’?

15. Which loyalty program development and implementation company has announced that it will be rebranding, and changing its name to - Edenred, the name of its French multinational parent?

16. Which tyre manufacturer has introduced a new product line, the LYFMAX X3 series for truck tyres?

17. India’s total active install base of 5G smartphones has crossed which milestone mark, as per Counterpoint Research?

18. Auto parts firm Sundaram Clayton Ltd has been rechristened. What is the new name?

19. Perfetti Van Melle India’s Mentos has collaborated with which beverage brand to launch a limited-edition single and multipack offering in the country?

20. Which hospitality technology platform last week announced its foray into premium resorts and hotels category with the launch of its new brand – ‘Palette’?

21. Which lubricant brand has unveiled a new campaign, ‘#BadhteRahoAage’?

22. Which cement company has launched the "Naam se toh kaee Kaam se Ek hi No.1" campaign?

23. Which biscuit brand has launched ‘Anaivarukkum', a region-specific campaign celebrating Tamil Nadu’s rich linguistic diversity and regional pride?

24. Which life insurance brand has announced its collaboration with cricketer Shubman Gill, to take forward its brand journey of being life goal enablers?

25. Which snacks maker has acquired 49% stake in emerging snacks company Bhujialalji?

26. Former Intel India country head Nivruti Rai has joined as the managing director and CEO of which investment promotion and facilitation body?

27. Which microfinance company will acquire Sachin Bansal-led Chaitanya India Fin Credit for around Rs 1,000 crore, subject to regulatory approval from the RBI?

28. Which sustainable baby & mom care brand has announced actress Alia Bhatt as its investor and brand ambassador?

29. Which food and beverage company recently announced the launch of a new product category of Junior Peanut Butter under its brand Oleev Kitchen?

30. Which business group last week announced a £4-billion (about Rs 42,000 crore) battery cell gigafactory project in the UK?

31. US-based Bryant University and which Bengaluru-based university have announced the launch of a global executive MBA programme?

32. Which automobile company has promoted interim CEO Adrian Mardell as chief executive officer for three years?

33. Which on-demand logistics company has introduced inter-city courier services, with deliveries to more than 19,000 locations across India?

34. Which Coimbatore, India, and US-based response management software company has rebranded itself as ‘Responsive’?

35. Which dry fruits and nuts company has launched the campaign "Healthy Ko Rakhe Healthy", featuring former cricketer, and brand ambassador Rahul Dravid?

36. Which automobile company has announced its new brand philosophy - “Let’s Explore”, with the campaign, “Make every KM count”?

37. Which Ayurveda-based personal care and nutrition brand for children has roped in actress Shriya Saran as its first brand ambassador?

38. Which sports property has launched the campaign 'It Takes One Day', featuring actor Shah Rukh Khan?

39. Which audio solutions brand unveiled its latest digital ad campaign, "Bass ka Boss," featuring its brand ambassador, actor Sidharth Malhotra?

40. Which business personality has acquired Bangalore-based beauty and personal care retail chain 'Health and Glow' from the family offices of Rajan Raheja and Hemendra Kothari for Rs 700-750 crore?

41. Which men’s celebration wear brand has launched a one-of-a-kind limited-edition collection, ‘Legendary Celebrations’, in collaboration with Marvel?

42. The board of directors of which company has approved an investment of around Rs 205 crore to acquire Multitech Auto Private Ltd and its wholly-owned subsidiary Mal Metallik?

43. Which business group has acquired the Viceroy Bangalore Hotels Pvt. Ltd, following a bidding process?

44. Which Hyderabad-based speciality chemical manufacturer has acquired 100 per cent stake in Chennai-based Ramadas Minerals Pvt Ltd?

45. Which state has got the country’s first Construction Innovation Hub (CIH)?

46. Which wearable brand has unveiled Smart Ring in India, with a focus on health and fitness?

47. Which online poker platform has roped in actor Abhay Deol as brand ambassador, and has launched the campaign “Everyone’s Game”?

48. Which electric scooter manufacturer has unveiled the campaign ‘Simp My Ride’, created in collaboration with artist Kunel Gaur?

49. Which brand has unveiled the digital film ‘Hero Banne Ka Power’ for its rechargeable torches?

50. ITC last week became the seventh Indian company to cross which milestone market capitalisation mark?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1008 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

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Biz Quizzard 1007

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period July 10 - 15. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Which MNC and Vedanta terminated their joint venture to make semiconductors in India by “mutual agreement” to “explore more diverse development opportunities”?

2. Which advertising firm is looking to create a multi-million-pound content fund in partnership with global investors, and has recently acquired a 62% stake in London-based Creators Inc for over Rs 30 crore?

3. Which media agency has announced the appointment of Sanchayeeta Verma as Chief Executive Officer (CEO)?

4. The Ministry of Railways has received an exemption from the Make in India public procurement policy for which product?

5. Actress Parineeti Chopra has joined which direct-to-consumer personal care company as an investor, partner, and brand ambassador?

6. Which company will, through its Singapore-based subsidiary, acquire the remaining 41.9% equity in embedded-SIM (eSIM) technology provider Oasis Smart SIM Europe SAS (Oasis)?

7. Which cement company will acquire 1,420.72 acres of Prism Johnson Ltd.’s limestone bearing lands located in Nandyal district of Andhra Pradesh for an undisclosed sum?

8. Which agrochemical firm has unveiled a new insecticide called Mission, effective for control of different lepidopteran pests in crops such as paddy, sugarcane, soybean, and vegetables?

9. How many Indian-origin women have been named in Forbes’ latest list of America´s 100 richest self-made women, with a combined net worth of $4.06 billion?

10. The Threads app launched by Instagram has crossed which milestone users mark within 5 days of launch?

11. Which small finance bank has launched its TVC Campaign ‘The Great Indian FD Fest’, featuring Chess Grand Master Viswanathan Anand?

12. Which quick service restaurant (QSR) chain has launched a campaign featuring Chess Grand Master Viswanathan Anand for its ‘Hotsellers' offering?

13. Which eye wear brand has roped in actor Vikrant Massey as the face of its new collection, Matte Essentials?

14. The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council last week decided to impose which slab (%) on online gaming, horse racing, and casinos?

15. Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT), India’s table tennis league, has onboarded which PSU as its title sponsor for Season 4?

16. Which credit card issuer has appointed Abhijit Chakravorty as MD & CEO?

17. The U.S. Green Building Council has awarded the ‘2023 LEED Project of the Year’ to which company for its ‘The Crest’, a residential development designed for urban living in Gurugram?

18. Which life insurance brand has launched the ‘AdvisorsForLife’ campaign to honour the frontline team?

19. Which online gaming platform has onboarded actor Ali Fazal for the 8th edition of ‘Poker Night with Stars’?

20. Which Mumbai-based used cars platform has acquired the entire India business of classifieds platform OLX for Rs 537.43 crore?

21. Which life insurance brand has collaborated with cricketer Rishabh Pant to create a campaign aimed at driving the need for term insurance?

22. Which brand has emerged as PepsiCo India’s fastest growing beverage brand?

23. Which telecom company has bought an additional 20.6% stake in Bengaluru-based technology startup Lavelle Networks, taking its holding to 45.6%?

24. Which paints brand has launched a campaign featuring actor Manoj Pahwa for its PU Polish range?

25. Which company last week announced the expansion of its Odopic portfolio with the launch of ‘Odopic Crème’, a new innovative dish-washing product?

26. Which brand has tied up with fashion designer, Manish Malhotra to launch a range of laminates, which truly in letter and spirit ushers in “Fashion for your Furniture"?

27. Which food delivery company has acquired fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) distribution firm Lynk for an undisclosed amount?

28. Which D2C player in the meat delivery industry has announced the acquisition of Dr. Meat, a brand operated by Sukos Foods, based in Bengaluru?

29. Which spend management platform has introduced Olympus that automates business payables and receivables?

30. Sales of passenger vehicles in the local market in first six months crossed which half-yearly milestone mark for the first time?

31. Which mobile and electronics manufacturer has acquired Touch Mobiles, an electronics retail chain with 42 outlets in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, for an undisclosed consideration?

32. Which pipes manufacturer unveiled a new ad film ‘Peedhiyan Badlengi, Pipe Nahin’ to express its gratitude to millions of plumbers who have played a pivotal role in its brand journey?

33. Which men’s grooming brand has launched the campaign ‘#ManEnoughToCare’, challenging stereotypes of masculinity?

34. Which Pune-based realty company has signed actor Amitabh Bachchan as brand ambassador?

35. Which company has launched ‘Breaking Bread', a chat show series hosted by its founder and CEO?

36. Which brand has announced its lead sponsor partnership with Reliance Retail for the latter’s ongoing Maha Millet Mela?

37. Which brand has launched a campaign to unveil Naivedya Cup Sambrani, claimed to be the world's first easy-to-use cup sambrani?

38. Which online stockbroker has launched the campaign "Andekha Sach"?

39. Which personal and home hygiene brand recently unveiled a unique ready-to-mix floor cleaner, and has roped in actor Anil Kapoor as brand ambassador?

40. Which IT firm will acquire the entire equity in German automotive engineering services provider ASAP Group for 251 million euros?

41. Which South Africa-based restaurant chain, known for its flamed grilled chicken and peri peri sauces, is set to re-enter India?

42. The Maharashtra government has finally moved the government resolution to award the project for redeveloping Asia’s largest slum in Dharavi to which business group?

43. Which furniture solutions brand has launched its “Welcome to the Family” campaign?

44. Which beauty and skincare company has roped in actress Tamannaah Bhatia as brand ambassador for its facial kits?

45. Kia India last week said it has crossed which cumulative production milestone since making its debut in the market in 2019?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1007 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

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Biz Quizzard 1006

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period July 03 - 08. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Deepak Parekh resigned as the chairman of which company?

2. Which smartwatch brand has roped in actor Ranveer Singh as brand ambassador, and launched the campaign 'Follow Yourself'?

3. Which health-tech startup launched the ‘#DoctorsDeserveBetter’ campaign on National Doctors Day?

4. The Delhi High Court last week in an interim order restrained which generic drug maker from manufacturing, selling, or advertising its asthma drug under the mark Indamet?

5. Which MNC has reportedly elevated chief operating officer Irina Ghose as managing director of India?

6. The Bombay Stock Exchange last week breached which milestone market capitalisation mark?

7. The government has scrapped the privatisation of which company and disqualified the winning consortium led by Star9 Mobility due to several legal cases?

8. In a move to ensure drivers get proper accommodation and rest, which state government has taken a lead, making it mandatory for hotels and lodges to provide dormitories?

9. Which Chennai-based software company last week announced the appointment of Subramanian Sundaresan as its Chief Executive Officer?

10. Vistara, full-service carrier and a joint venture of the Tata Group and Singapore Airlines, has achieved the milestone of flying how many customers in just eight years of operations?

11. Which cloud kitchen operator has made its entry into Saudi Arabia by inaugurating its initial two cloud kitchens in Riyadh?

12. Which Bengaluru-based manufacturer of medium and heavy trucks has unveiled its first electric truck, the Model V0.1, built on its Axial Flux Motor Platform: FLUX350?

13. Which intimate wear brand has launched the ‘Har Pal Ko Own Karo’ campaign for its True Curv range?

14. Which electric car brand has launched a social media campaign ‘Cut the Crap’, featuring celebrities Janhvi Kapoor, and Ishan Kishan?

15. Which food brand launched the campaign ‘Your Vada, Your Way Da!’ to promote the launch of its new product packaging?

16. Which quick service restaurant (QSR) chain has roped in 'GujjuBen' aka 'Baa' of MasterChef India fame to promote its Jain friendly menu?

17. Which audio & wearable brand has announced cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues as its newest brand ambassador?

18. Which D2C ethnic wear brand has announced the launch of its latest campaign featuring actress and brand ambassador Vidya Balan?

19. Which brand has launched a campaign featuring actress and brand ambassador Deepika Padukone for its all-new Sportswear label, the ZERO.NEGATIVE.ENERGY.(Z.N.E.) collection?

20. Which two companies have introduced their co-developed premium motorcycle - X440 in India at price starting Rs 2,29,000?

21. Which QSR chain has launched the innovative NEW RAGI SUPER CRUST Pizza in Gujarat?

22. Which smartphone brand has roped in actress Kriti Sanon as its ambassador, and has launched the campaign ‘#FlipTheScript’?

23. Which fintech company has launched a fraud awareness campaign ‘#JagrukTejaBhai’?

24. Which Murugappa Group company has entered an agreement with Jayem Automotives Pvt Ltd to pick up 50 per cent equity share capital in the latter for a consideration of Rs 206 crore?

25. Shashank Singh has quit as the head of India office of which private equity firm?

26. Which company has entered into a binding agreement to sell biologics Unit-3 manufacturing facility of its associate company Stelis Biopharma (SBL) to Syngene International?

27. Which MNC has relaunched its private banking business in India?

28. Which cybersecurity solutions provider has appointed Vishal Salvi as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO)?

29. Which sports performance brand has roped in actress Shraddha Kapoor as the new brand ambassador for India?

30. Which state last week became the first in the country to announce a policy for generating green hydrogen?

31. Which MNC has signed an initial pact with Gurugram-headquartered VVDN Technologies, under which they plan to produce high-end servers worth $1 billion in 4-5 years?

32. Which online food delivery platform has unveiled a new feature, WhatToEat, to help customers discover food they would like to eat without having to waste time in searching?

33. Which company will buy an 81 per cent stake in Honda Motor’s component maker subsidiary Yachiyo Industry Co. for Rs 1,059 crore?

34. GIC, Singapore, has joined hands with which metering company to launch a new platform in India to fund smart metering projects in the country?

35. Which sleep and home solutions company has unveiled its new identity, including a new logo ‘The Infinity Home’?

36. Which e-commerce marketplace has unveiled its new campaign ‘Sahi Quality with Sahi Price’, featuring actors Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, Ram Charan, and Trisha?

37. Which men’s grooming brand has unveiled a new television commercial ‘#ApniHairstyleHiApniVibeHai’?

38. Which spirits company has announced the launch of ‘Happiness in a Bottle: A Happily Crafted Gin’?

39. Which D2C House of Brands company has launched home decor label Folkulture in the Indian market?

40. Which homegrown advertising agency completed 50 years on July 2?

41. Which mutual fund brand has unveiled its latest campaign ‘#3in1TohInvestmentDone’ for its multi asset allocation fund?

42. Which sustainable handbag label has launched retail operations in India, with actress Katrina Kaif as an investor?

43. Billionaire Ranjan Pai’s family office is pumping Rs 1,000 crore for about an 18% stake in API Holdings, the parent entity of which online pharmacy?

44. Which British motorcycle maker, in collaboration with Bajaj Auto, has unveiled Speed 400 and Scrambler 400 X in the India market?

45. Which travel services provider has elevated Mahesh Iyer as managing director and chief executive officer?

46. Which MNC last week announced the launch of brand Lykli for its mixed-use retail centres (malls) in India?

47. Which dermatological over-the-counter (OTC) pharma brand for skincare has roped in actor Boman Irani as brand ambassador?

48. Which TMT rebar brand has released a new campaign ‘Samajhdar Banein. Behtar Chunein.’?

49. Which QSR chain has collaborated with Coca-Cola India to introduce new refreshing beverages - ‘Masala Pop X Coke’ and ‘Chilli Guava X Sprite’?

50. Ecommerce major Amazon is set to surpass which milestone mark in cumulative exports from India by the end of 2023?

51. Which quick grocery delivery brand has unveiled a new campaign 'Instapur', featuring actor and VJ Cyrus Sahukar?

52. Havas has announced the acquisition of which Mumbai-based digital marketing agency?

53. Which smartphone brand has launched the campaign "Sleepless Star" featuring actor Dulquer Salmaan?

54. Meta has unveiled an app to rival Twitter. What has it been branded as?

55. Former cricketer Sourav Ganguly has picked up a minority stake in which food delivery startup for an undisclosed amount and will also be undertaking endorsement for the brand?

56. Which company has entered into the child nutrition segment with the launch of immunobooster gummies under brand name CeleHealth Kidz Immuno Plus Gummies?

57. Prashant Jhaveri has quit as the CEO off which online pharmacy?

58. Which dairy company has approved the sale of its windmill division to V.K.A. Polymers Pvt. Ltd. at a consideration of Rs 135 crore on a slump sale basis?

59. Which bags and accessories brand has roped in actress Sara Ali Khan as brand ambassador?

60. Tata Motors has achieved which cumulative sales milestone for its hatchback Tiago?

61. Which educational publishing house has launched the campaign ‘Kyunki Achi Cheezein Kabhi Nahi Badalti’ with actor and brand ambassador Jitendra Kumar?

62. Which snack brand has announced the launch of its new, wild mascot, ‘Corny-the uncooperative Chimp’ through a new campaign?

63. Which diagnostics chain of pathology labs has launched the ‘Trust What You See’ campaign?

64. Which cosmetics company has roped in actress Bhumi Pednekar for its VIVA GLAM charitable initiative, which supports healthy futures and equal rights for all?

65. Which company collaborated with Zakir Khan, a comedian, poet and actor, for a mushaira to promote its latest product, "Damp Proof," a waterproofing solution?

66. Which conglomerate will acquire 100 per cent stake in semiconductor and display units from sister concern Twin Star Technologies?

67. Which energy major has appointed G K Satish, a former Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) director, as the first Indian on its board?

68. Former METRO Cash & Carry MD and CEO Arvind Mediratta has joined as CEO of which Dalmia Bharat group firm?

69. Which Delhi-based homegrown full-stack footwear brand has recently signed cricketer MS Dhoni as its brand ambassador?

70. Which company has entered into an agreement to acquire 100 per cent stake in Rollon Hydraulics (Rollon) for around Rs 103 crore?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1006 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

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