Biz Quizzard 1096

 

Biz Quizzard has completed 21 years (and a week), without missing a single week in between. While the announcement comes a week late, the episode posted last week marked the beginning of the 22nd year. A big thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. 

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

1. Which automotive components manufacturer has entered into an agreement for the acquisition of International Automotive Components Group Sweden AB (IAC Sweden)?

2. The Board of Directors of which industry body has elected Gopal Vittal, Vice Chairman and Managing Director, Bharti Airtel, as its new Chairman, until the end of 2026?

3. Which paints company has unveiled a new corporate film to celebrate 80 years of protecting Indian homes?

4. Which fashion market place has launched the campaign ‘Jashn-e-Iftar’, featuring director Farah Khan and fashion critic Sufi Motiwala?

5. Which fashion retailer has announced the launch of its new summer-occasion wear collection and its new campaign featuring actor Mahesh Babu and his daughter Sitara?

6. Which CK Birla Group company has announced it has rebranded to BirlaNu?

7. Which company has launched a new campaign, featuring cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni and digital influencers Kusha Kapila and Madan Gowri, for its BLDC fans?

8. Which brand has launched its new ‘Supreme Collection’, the range of four perfumes for men: Hero, Chief, Boss, and King?

9. Which cement brand has launched the musical campaign “Ek Ghar Banaunga”?

10. Which B2B manufacturing and supply chain enablement startup has acquired a 51% stake in US-based Oussum?

11. Which entity has acquired a 100% stake in Stride Climate Investments, a solar generation asset portfolio in India, from a fund managed by Macquarie Asset Management?

12. Which online travel platform will venture into charter aviation by acquiring a 49% stake in debt-strapped Big Charter, also known as FlyBig?

13. The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) last week said it has officially crossed which milestone transactions mark?

14. Which beverage brand has unveiled a campaign featuring actor Yash?

15. Which sexual wellness brand has unveiled its new campaign, ‘Won Love’?

16. Which ice cream brand has launched its Twister brand in India?

17. Which fashion and lifestyle brand has unveiled its new campaign, ‘Your Safe Space’, featuring actors Khushi Kapoor and Vedang Raina?

18. Which value-segment luggage brand has launched its IPL campaign featuring actors Tiger Shroff and Tamannaah Bhatia?

19. Which consumer appliances brand has launched the 'Day-1 Waali Feelings' campaign for fans and air coolers categories?

20. According to Bloomberg data, which company emerged as the most valuable steel company globally with its market capitalisation touching $30.5 billion last week?

21. US buyout group TPG has struck a deal with which company to buy a majority stake in its onshore wind turbine generator manufacturing business in India and Sri Lanka?

22. Vikram Sahu will take over as the new India head for which MNC bank?

23. Which glass and building material major has appointed Sreedhar N as the new CEO for the Asia-Pacific region, including Australia and New Zealand, as well as CEO of India?

24. Which diamond company has introduced ‘Love, From Dad’, a new collection designed for meaningful gifting?

25. Which house shifting service has unveiled the ‘Safety ki Shart Lagi’ campaign?

26. Which brand has launched its ‘Befikar Living Unlocked’ campaign to introduce the Advantis IoT 9 Digital Lock?

27. Which brand has launched two new TV commercials featuring actor Akshay Kumar to highlight the company's solar energy and inverter-battery solutions?

28. Which mutual fund has launched the 'Sabse Important Plan' (SIP) campaign?

29. Which chocolate brand has unveiled a TV commercial for the launch of its new variant, Peanut Brownie?

30. Which automobile company appointed Sunil Kakkar as an additional director and whole-time director, the first instance of an Indian employee being nominated as a director by the parent?

31. Reliance Jio’s streaming platform JioHotstar has crossed which milestone subscriber mark?

32. Which clothing company has announced Sumit Dhingra as its new country director?

33. Which FMCG major last week announced the appointment of ex-Britannia CEO and Executive Director Rajneet Kohli as its Executive Director, Foods?

34. Which cooking oil brand has launched the ‘30 Minute Movement’ campaign, urging women to prioritise health with 30 minutes of daily exercise?

35. Which ride-sharing platform has launched the ‘Bawaal’ campaign?

36. Which biscuit brand has roped in actress Ananya Panday as brand ambassador, and unveiled the ‘Start Your Story’ campaign featuring her and actor Lakshya?

37. Which personal care brand has unveiled the latest campaign for its lemon facewash, featuring actors Shah Rukh Khan and Sanya Malhotra?

38. Which skincare brand has unveiled its new brand philosophy ‘Beauty To A Science’, onboarding actress Shraddha Kapoor as its newest brand ambassador in India?

39. Which NBFC has named cricketer Jasprit Umrah as its brand ambassador?

40. Which Indian company has won its largest single order from QatarEnergy LNG for its North Field Production Sustainability Offshore Compression Project?

41. Which automobile company last week said it will stop manufacturing and assembly operations at its stepdown electric bus manufacturing subsidiary in the UK?

42. Which British sportswear and fashion giant announced plans to open over 350 Sports Direct stores across Southeast Asia and India through its existing partnership with Indonesian retailer MAP Active?

43. Which grooming brand and luggage brand Mokobara have teamed up to launch the 'Anywhere Grooming Kit'?

44. Which fan-first sports engagement platform has announced cricketer Ajinkya Rahane as its brand ambassador?

45. Which dairy brand has roped in actor Rana Daggubati as brand ambassador for its Badam Milk?

46. Which e-commerce platform has launched the campaign ‘AC Deals So Good, India Rahega Cool’?

47. Which beauty soap brand has announced actress Mrunal Thakur as its new brand ambassador, and has launched the “Pehli Jhalak Kare Khoobsurat Asar” campaign?

48. Which company has launched a campaign featuring actor Tiger Shroff for its laptop?

49. Which social gaming and interactive entertainment platform has unveiled its latest ad campaign, “Jaha Jeetega India”, featuring cricketer MS Dhoni?

50. Krafton, the developer and publisher of Battlegrounds Mobile India (previously known as PUBG Mobile India), has acquired a controlling stake in which Pune-based game development studio?

51. Which spend management company has acquired a little over 38% stake in payment solutions provider Mobileware Technologies for around Rs 22.8 crore?

52. Which global sports giant has unveiled its new campaign "Go Wild," marking a significant evolution in its brand identity?

53. Which cement company has re-designated CEO Ajay Kapur as the managing director and named Vinod Bahety as its new CEO?

54. Which electrical appliances company has announced the appointment of Sanjay Sachdeva as the managing director (MD) and chief executive officer (CEO), effective April 15, 2025?

55. Which protein supplement brand has launched the digital campaign ‘#AirChairTest’, challenging adults to test muscle strength?

56. Which jewellery brand has launched a digital campaign for Gudi Padwa featuring brand ambassador Pooja Sawant?

57. Which Indian automobile company has launched its electric vehicle range in Mauritius, in collaboration with Allied Motors?

58. Which industry body has elected State Bank of India (SBI) Chairman CS Setty as the new Chairman?

59. Which Chennai-based group has announced the acquisition of Chennai-based Vibrant Screen Pvt Ltd (VSPL), a provider of background verification solutions, for an undisclosed sum?

60. Which Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) firm has acquired Trainn, a SaaS start-up that creates hyper-personalised videos for customer training purposes?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1096 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

Happy learning!

rajeev kondapalli

Biz Quizzard 1095

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

1. Which company has acquired Indian regional record labels Symphony Recording Co, and ARC Musicq?

2. Which lab-grown diamond jewellery brand has been launched with actress Wamiqa Gabbi as its brand ambassador?

3. Which at-home services startup has entered the quick commerce space with Insta Maids, a service that allows users to book a househelp in 15 minutes?

4. Which travel agency has roped in actress Amruta Khanvilkar as brand ambassador and has launched ‘#WeBhatakNare’, specially curated tour packages for Maharashtrians?

5. Which footwear brand has roped in cricketer Jasprit Bumrah to strengthen its cricket roster?

6. Which company has launched Pukka, the herbal infusion brand from the UK, in India through the "Self Care in a Cup” campaign by unveiling “the most calming film on the internet”?

7. Which visa processing platform has released the film 'Schengen Visa on Time = Whole New Personality.'?

8. Which eyewear fashion brand has launched the ‘Wildgear’ collection and campaign with the positioning of ‘Unleash the Animal Within’?

9. Which bank has announced the launch of ‘Hausla Talks’, a platform for sharing real stories of ambition, courage, and success?

10. Which company has signed a binding agreement to acquire its joint venture partner’s 26% stake in its life and general insurance ventures for Rs 24,180 crore, ending a 24-year-old partnership?

11. Which company has acquired the India rights for premium juice brand Sun Crush from former Sri Lanka cricketer Muttiah Muralitharan’s company Ceylon Beverage International?

12. Which tractor company has appointed its director Lakshmi Venu as vice-chairperson?

13. Airtel Payments Bank has surpassed which milestone transactions mark on its platform in January 2025?

14. Which international airline brand has launched the ‘The Great Indian Fufaji’ campaign?

15. Which tyre brand has launched the campaign “Enjoy Every Turn”, featuring cricketer MS Dhoni?

16. Which travel portal has launched a new campaign featuring cricketers Sunil Gavaskar and Rishabh Pant?

17. Which home lockers brand has launched the campaign 'Tension Free Security - Unlocked'?

18. Which electric bicycle brand has unveiled a new ad film, featuring cricketer MS Dhoni and filmmaker Sandeep Reddy Vanga?

19. Which brand has unveiled a campaign featuring actor Manoj Bajpayee for the launch of ‘No Maida Rusk’?

20. Chennai-based Hatsun Agro Product Limited inaugurated a HAP daily Outlet in Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh. Which milestone store count did it touch with this launch?

21. Which company has announced an exclusive licensing agreement with Taiwan-based Formosa Pharmaceuticals to market clobetasol propionate ophthalmic suspension 0.05% (APP13007) across 11 countries, including India?

22. Which MNC has agreed to acquire cloud security firm Wiz for $32 billion in cash?

23. Which company last week unveiled Avaan Tower 2, a 306-meter residential skyscraper in Mumbai’s Tardeo neighborhood, claimed as India’s tallest ultra-luxury residential building?

24. Which US-based family-owned real estate firm is entering India’s office property market with a project spread over 4.3 acres in Pune’s Koregaon Park?

25. Which digital-first advertising agency has acquired performance marketing and SEO agency AdLift for Rs 50 crore?

26. Which Ayurvedic toothpaste brand has launched the ‘#SwitchToFluorideFree’ campaign on World Oral Health Day?

27. Which paints company has launched the ‘Budget Kam, Warranty Mein Dum’ campaign?

28. Which brand specialising in engineered quartz surfaces has introduced ‘Pastel Poise’, a pastel quartz collection, with a new campaign?

29. Which home care brand has launched the ‘Bathroom Nahi, Freshroom’ campaign?

30. Which two-wheeler manufacturer has announced a strategic investment of up to Rs 525 crore in three-wheeled electric commercial vehicle maker Euler Motors?

31. Bain Capital is set to buy a stake in which NBFC and become joint owner of the shadow lender that’s the country’s second-largest gold loan company?

32. Which realty developer will sell 21.74% stake in its joint venture company I-Ven Realty to global investment firm Alpha Wave Ventures II for Rs 1,250 crore?

33. Which company’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Kutch Copper has formed a joint venture with Praneetha Ventures to manufacture and sell metal products, wires, and cables?

34. Which non-banking finance company has elevated long-standing managing director Rajeev Jain to the position of vice chairman for three years starting April 1?

35. Which MNC is partnering with HCL Group’s Vama Sundari Investments to launch a standalone health insurance business in India?

36. Which digital payments major has picked up a 43% stake in Mindgate Solutions, a banking infrastructure company?

37. Which company is acquiring a 14.3% stake in Lucro Plastecycle, a recycled flexible plastics maker, as part of its sustainability goals and to scale up the use of recycled content in packaging?

38. Which New Zealand-based luxury mattress maker will enter India's $2.5 billion mattress market by setting up its first manufacturing unit in Hyderabad with an investment of Rs 100 crore?

39. Which IT services and solutions provider has announced former cricketer Rahul Dravid as its cultural ambassador?

40. Which company is set to acquire 74% of Nauyaan Shipyard from Welspun Corp, owned by B K Goenka, for Rs 383 crore?

41. Which cat food company has roped in actress Sharvari Wagh as brand ambassador?

42. Which metals company has unveiled a new brand identity and tagline, ‘Engineering Better Futures’?

43. Which automobile company has roped in actor Vicky Kaushal as brand ambassador to promote its passenger and electric vehicle range?

44. Which fashion brand has released a new marketing film featuring former cricketer Virender Sehwag and actresses Mandira Bedi and Sahiba Bali?

45. Which smartphone company has launched the ‘#ZindagiKeRealHeroes’ campaign to honour the resilience of delivery agents, cab drivers, and gig workers?

46. Which tractor brand has signed up former cricketer Yuvraj Singh as its brand ambassador?

47. Which fantasy sports platform has launched the ‘Circle Mein Aaja’ campaign?

48. Which 10-minute food delivery service has unveiled the "Ek Do Teen" campaign?

49. Which beverage brand has unveiled an innovative new product – ‘Rich’ – a powder concentrate designed to deliver a richer flavor, fuller texture, and enhanced taste?

50. India has crossed which coal production milestone in fiscal year 2024-25?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1095 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

Happy learning!
rajeev kondapalli

Biz Quizzard 1094

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

1. Which pharma company has agreed to acquire US-based Checkpoint Therapeutics in cash for up to $355 million?

2. Which brand has unveiled a film with chef Vikas Khanna for its Argent Samsara collection, featuring advanced cookware technology and a classic design for home and professional chefs?

3. The appliances business of which business group launched the ‘AManCan’ campaign for Women’s Day?

4. Which bank, in collaboration with VISA, launched its Women’s Day campaign ‘#DropTheLabel’, featuring chess player Tania Sachdev?

5. Which CSR initiative launched a four-video series titled ‘Stories of Sanginis: A Tribute to Their Strength’ for Women’s Day?

6. Which mutual fund launched its investor education campaign ‘SamayKeSaathRotation’?

7. Which innerwear brand has launched the 'For What's NXT' campaign?

8. Which denim brand launched its Women’s Day campaign ‘#HerDayEveryDay’?

9. Which smartwatch brand has launched the film '#Take11 Extra Mins of Sleep'?

10. Which company has signed an exclusive shareholder’s agreement with Brazil-based Oswaldo Cruz Química Indústria e Comércio Ltda (OCQ) to establish a new joint venture in India?

11. Which travel-tech company has appointed Sonal Sinha as the CEO of G6 Hospitality, an American motel company that it had acquired from Blackstone Real Estate?

12. Which product engineering company has acquired US-based design company Alpha-Numero Technology Solutions for an undisclosed amount?

13. Which online investment platform is set to start offering wealth management services to high net-worth individuals through a separate arm under the brand W?

14. Which provider of software services to banks and other financial services companies has acquired CreditNirvana, a debt management and collections platform?

15. Which automobile company has appointed Takashi Nakajima as the new president & CEO, effective April 1, 2025?

16. Which subsidiary of Biocon Group has acquired its first manufacturing facility in the US, from Emergent Manufacturing Operations Baltimore?

17. Which renewable energy firm has formed a joint venture with Osaka Gas Group to develop a 300MW renewable energy portfolio, entailing an investment of Rs 1,500 crore?

18. Which packaged wheat flour brand has launched the campaign “Better Half Ki Better Choice”, featuring actor and brand ambassador Salman Khan?

19. Which pharma company has entered the daily supplements market with an expansion of its Arth range, and has roped in actress Vidya Balan as brand ambassador?

20. Which airline inducted its 100th aircraft, a Boeing 737-8, which features ‘Chittara’ art, inspired by Karnataka’s traditional mural painting, on its tail, on March 10?

21. Snap Camera India, the local unit of social networking and messaging platform Snapchat's US-based parent company Snap Inc, has crossed which milestone revenue mark for the first time?

22. Which real estate development firm has acquired the 20-acre DXC Technology campus in Bengaluru for approximately Rs 400 crore?

23. Which BPM company last week announced the acquisition of US-headquartered Kipi(dot)ai, a data modernisation and democratisation services focused on the Snowflake platform?

24. Which company will acquire the remaining 48.06% equity stake in Creamline Dairy Products from existing shareholders for Rs 930 crore?

25. Which company last week introduced its first hybrid motorcycle in the 150cc category, the 2025 ‘FZS Fi Hybrid´?

26. Which brand has unveiled its latest Spring Summer campaign, ‘Life in Linen’, starring actors Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Sidharth Malhotra?

27. Which caller identification app has launched a campaign featuring actors Deepak Tijori, and Sheeba Chaddha?

28. Which fresh food brand has unveiled its new TVC campaign 'Different Names. One Emotion.', a celebration of the universal love for parotas?

29. Which tiles and bathware brand has launched the film 'Bura na mano, Secretary hai!' for Holi?

30. Which company will acquire 100% stake in Bengaluru-headquartered commercial real estate company Darshita Southern India Happy Homes for Rs 2,250 crore in cash?

31. Which company has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Wavin Industries to acquire its pipes and fittings business for $30 million (about Rs 262 crore)?

32. Fintech major PhonePe has clocked which milestone registered users mark?

33. Which beverage brand has launched its Holi campaign, flipping ‘Kaali Zubaan’ into ‘Rangeen Zubaan’?

34. Which fantasy sports platform has launched its IPL campaign featuring actors Aamir Khan, Ranbir Kapoor, and a host of cricketers and celebrities?

35. For Women’s Day, which bank launched its latest campaign for the ARISE Women’s Savings Account, featuring actress Shefali Shah?

36. Which healthcare brand launched the ‘Her Turn to Fight’ campaign for Women’s Day?

37. Which dating app collaborated with actor, podcaster and entrepreneur Rhea Chakraborty’s clothing brand, Chapter 2, to unveil "Consent Zaroori Hai" tee for Holi?

38. Which brand launched its Holi campaign to reinforce coconut hair oil as the ultimate solution to Holi hair damage concerns?

39. Which consumer electrical and electronics brand launched the film 'This Holi, let go of the past for a better tomorrow'?

40. Which company has bought a controlling stake in Nagarjuna Agrichem, which makes active ingredients for crop protection chemicals?

41. Which homegrown wearables maker is expanding outside India, starting with the Middle East market in partnership with Dubai-based distribution company Lime Concepts?

42. Which company said it has received approval from the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States for a $36 million deal to acquire the Radio Frequency (RF) components business of Japan-based Renesas Electronics Corporation?

43. Which business personality has launched a new startup Opptra, which specialises in developing franchise business portfolios?

44. BNW Developments, a real estate developer, has entered into an agreement with The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) to bring which brand to the UAE?

45. Which chocolate brand has unveiled its ‘Generosity’ campaign?

46. Which paints company has unveiled the ‘Sound of Colour’ campaign for Holi?

47. Which paint brand unveiled its Holi campaign ‘Duniya Ko Rang Do!’?

48. Which brand unveiled the ‘health insurance ka Girl Logic’ campaign, featuring celebrity Shalini Passi, for Women’s Day?

49. Which edible oil brand has launched the campaign “BuraNaKaro” for Holi?

50. Singapore’s sovereign private equity giant Temasek is acquiring 9-10% stake in which snack company for over Rs 8,500 crore?

51. Baba Ramdev-owned Patanjali Ayurved and Dharampal Satyapal Group (DS Group) have bought a majority stake in which general insurance company?

52. Which mobile games giant will pay $3.5 billion to acquire Niantic's game unit including the studio behind Pokemon Go?

53. Marking its return, Tata Motors last week announced the launch of its all-new range of passenger vehicles, including electric vehicles, in which country?

54. Which logistics player has expanded its presence to Sri Lanka and has partnered with Parcel Lanka as its authorised franchisee?

55. Which electrical equipment and appliances company has roped in celebrity couple Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan as brand ambassadors for south?

56. Which digital lending platform unveiled its Holi campaign, ‘Khushi yon Ke Rang Bina Raukawa Ke’?

57. Which financial services company released the film ‘Masti Ke Rang, Enayat Ke Sang’ for Holi?

58. Which mutual fund launched its Holi campaign ‘SochSeAage’ for children's financial security?

59. Which company has received a reinsurance licence from insurance regulator Irdai, making it the first private sector reinsurer?

60. In one of the biggest deals in India’s residential real estate sector, US-based alternate asset manager Blackstone will be acquiring a majority stake in which Pune-based company?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1094 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

Happy learning!
rajeev kondapalli

Biz Quizzard 1093

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


1. In one of the largest foreign investment deals in India’s auto component industry, Fontana Gruppo is acquiring a majority stake in which Nashik-based company?

2. Microsoft will retire which offering in May?

3. Which broadcasting company has changed its corporate identity to Crystal Business System?

4. Which denim brand has named singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh as its newest global brand ambassador?

5. Which company has sold its bottling operations in north Gujarat to Kandhari Global Beverages Group, one of its top four independent franchisee bottlers, for close to Rs 2,000 crore?

6. Which biscuit brand has launched the campaign ‘Headlines’?

7. Which beverage brand has unveiled its latest campaign ‘Make Your World’?

8. Which pregnancy detection kit brand has unveiled its latest Women's Day campaign '#SheCanCarryBoth'?

9. Which gold and silver refiner has launched a film series titled ‘A Legacy of Gifting Tradition’ aimed at redefining wedding gifting culture in India?

10. Which hospitality major has announced plans to develop two new resorts in Rishikesh in partnership with the Ladhani Group?

11. Which Mumbai-based fintech startup has acquired fintech startup Digiledge, which offers bill payments and CBDC (Central Bank Backed Digital Currency)?

12. Which hair wellness brand rooted in Ayurvedic rituals has introduced actress Kareena Kapoor Khan as its first global brand ambassador?

13. Which brand has announced its foray into the Rs 5,000 crore ready-to-eat market with the launch of instant homestyle Sambar?

14. Which meat-delivery brand has launched its Holi campaign 'Gulaal & Gravy'?

15. Which waterproofing solutions brand has launched the "Water Proofing Ka Baap" campaign, with a jingle sung by and featuring actor and brand ambassador Amitabh Bachchan?

16. Which tourism destination has launched a campaign featuring Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara actors Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar, and Abhay Deol?

17. Which multi-brand retail destination for travel gear, handbags, and lifestyle accessories launched the ‘She Carries It All’ campaign for Women’s Day?

18. Which real estate and infrastructure development company has unveiled ‘Home of Positive Energy’ as its new brand idea?

19. Which device by Skinnovation that builds muscle and burns fat has named actress Malaika Arora as brand ambassador?

20. Which MNC last week said that it would debut its luxury hotel brand, Signia, in the Asia-Pacific region (APAC), with the first hotel set to open in Jaipur in 2028?

21. Which aerospace components manufacturer last week said it has been selected as a Tier 1 supplier to Airbus Commercial Aircraft?

22. Which Gujarat-based company said it will acquire a basket of 14 Abbreviated New Drug Applications (ANDAs) from Dr Reddy's Laboratories for an undisclosed amount?

23. Which company last week said it has received marketing authorisation for Sugammadex, a medication used to reverse neuromuscular blockade, from the Philippines authorities?

24. Which basmati rice brand has roped in actor Shah Rukh Khan as brand ambassador?

25. Which Hyderabad-based sunflower oil producer has formed a joint venture called GEF Foods India Pvt. Ltd. with Coimbatore-based Sree Annapoorna Foods, a spice processing brand?

26. Which Chennai-based financial technology start-up is acquiring AI start-up Mad Street Den (MSD) in an undisclosed stock and cash deal?

27. Which company is set to develop the world´s first combination vaccine for typhoid and shigellosis?

28. Which Japanese conglomerate, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, last week announced its re-entry into the Indian air-conditioner market?

29. Which women’s wear brand has appointed actress Malaika Arora as its new face?

30. Which company has begun India’s first-ever trials of hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks?

31. Jio Financial Services will acquire which bank’s entire stake in Jio Payments Bank for Rs 104.5 crore?

32. Which group has announced the launch of its latest film, “Journey of Dreams”, as part of its ongoing campaign?

33. Which health insurance brand has unveiled the “Ab India Karega Rise" campaign?

34. Which beverage brand has launched its summer campaign, featuring actor Vicky Kaushal?

35. Which smartphone maker has launched ‘KanyaGyaan’, a nationwide initiative aimed at supporting young women from underserved communities in pursuing STEM careers?

36. Which auto-tech platform has launched the ‘Park Your Bias’ campaign ahead of Women’s Day, highlighting gender bias in trusting your car with women?

37. Which automobile brand has launched the 'Own Your Dream' campaign featuring actor and brand ambassador Ranveer Singh?

38. Which menstrual hygiene brand has announced its strategic partnership with badminton icon Saina Nehwal, who joins as an investor and brand ambassador?

39. Which bank has announced the appointment of actress Vidya Balan as its first-ever brand ambassador?

40. Consumer and enterprise hardware group Lenovo's India revenues have crossed which milestone mark for the first time in FY25?

41. Who has been named the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 (EOY) and will represent India at the EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year Award (WEOY) in Monte Carlo in June 2025?

42. Which company last week said it has launched ANVIMO, a breakthrough medication for transplant patients?

43. Which brand has released the third film in ‘#WomenInEnergy’ campaign for International Women's Day?

44. Which tyre company has signed cricketer Shubman Gill as its brand ambassador?

45. Which personal care brand has announced the addition of actress Palak Tiwari as the newest face of the brand?

46. Which real estate project in Chennai has launched the campaign “Taking Luxury to New Heights” featuring actor Hrithik Roshan?

47. Which two-wheeler engine oil brand has launched the 'Garmi mein bhi 3X* protection' campaign featuring actor Shah Rukh Khan?

48. Which skincare brand has launched the ‘Feels So Light, Shields So Right’ campaign to promote its Glow+ Dewy Sunscreen as effective sun protection?

49. Which jewellery brand has launched the film 'Her Choice' for Women’s Day?

50. Which company has acquired a controlling stake in Lucknow-based Care Diagnostics for an undisclosed sum in an all-cash deal?

51. Which MNC has acquired ETML, a performance marketing and analytics agency based in India, as it looks to strengthen its digital marketing capabilities amid growing client demand?

52. Which business group has launched the ‘#SheForShe’ campaign to promote support among women?

53. Which QSR chain has launched the "Shakashaka" campaign, turning its Shake Shake Fries into a musical element?

54. Which brand has introduced the ‘Royal Metal Handi,’ a new biryani packaging designed for group dining?

55. Which higher education and professional training provider has launched its Women’s Day campaign ‘STEMTheBias’ campaign?

56. Which subsidiary of Nestle last week opened its first boutique store in India at the Select Citywalk Mall in Delhi’s Saket?

57. Which FMCG company’s chief executive and executive director Ranjeet Kohli resigned on March 5?

58. Which soap brand has launched a new ad featuring actor Shah Rukh Khan, now positioned within the broader ‘skin protection’ category?

59. Which fashion marketplace has launched the ‘Fashion Ki Adalat’ campaign, featuring Archana Puran Singh?

60. The government has appointed Vikas Kaushal, a private sector consultant, as chairman and managing director of which PSU for five years?

61. Which brand has released a special edition biscuit and packaging to recognise Avani Lekhara, the first Indian female athlete to win gold at both the Paris 2024 and Tokyo 2020 Games?

62. Which online travel agency has released a video with ‘Registani Ladkiyan’ for International Women’s Day?

63. Which stainless steel brand has launched a video campaign called ‘Flip the Script’ on the occasion of International Women’s Day?

64. This Women’s Day, which mutual fund brand is redefining financial planning with the launch of The Equal Calculator?

65. For International Women’s Day, which toy brand is recognising five Indian women to reinforce its “You Can Be Anything” message?

66. On the occasion of International Women's Day, which hospital has launched the ‘Her Health, Her Power’ campaign?

67. Which entertainment company unveiled its Women’s Day campaign ‘#HarRoleIsHerRole’?

68. Which business group has launched a campaign titled ‘SheIsOnTheRise’, featuring actress Gul Panag, to honor and recognize women who make a difference?

69. Which social networking platform has roped in actor Kartik Aaryan as brand ambassador?

70. Which group has acquired a majority stake in LKP Finance in an all-cash transaction?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1093 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

Happy learning!
rajeev kondapalli

Biz Quizzard 1092

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period February 24 - March 01. Hope you enjoy it.


1. KKR has acquired a controlling 54% stake in which cancer care hospital chain from private equity peer CVC Capital Partners for Rs 3,466 crore ($400 million)?

2. Which PSU will establish a joint venture with an arm of France's EDF to build renewable power plants in South Asian countries?

3. Indorama Netherlands, B.V., a group entity of Indorama Ventures will buy a minority stake in which specialty packaging company?

4. Which fintech firm acquired checkout financing platform BharatX in an all-cash deal?

5. Which commerce platform has onboarded badminton star PV Sindhu as an investor and brand ambassador?

6. US drug major Amgen last week announced the opening of a new technology and innovation hub, Amgen India. Which city?

7. Which footwear-first lifestyle brand launched its Slider collection with an ad campaign featuring the tagline “Comfort aisa, ki ab kya bataayein”?

8. Which beverage brand has launched a campaign featuring actors Hrithik Roshan and Salman Khan?

9. Which Indian lifestyle brand has appointed actress Kriti Sanon as its brand ambassador?

10. Which cement company announced its entry into the wires and cables segment and will set up a plant in Gujarat as part of plans to expand its footprint in the construction value chain?

11. Which company has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Vinpai S.A., a French ingredients technology company specializing in natural alternatives to chemical additives?

12. Which company has partnered strategically with Bavarian Nordic to expand access to Bavarian Nordic’s Chikungunya vaccine in low- and middle-income countries (LMIC)?

13. MO Alternate Investment Advisors will invest Rs 460 crore for a majority stake in which pharma company?

14. Which brand has launched a new masala range “Flavours of Arabia” in the Kerala market?

15. Which IMFL manufacturer has launched a limited-edition whiskey 'Expedition', which it claims is the oldest single malt produced in the country?

16. Which property tech company has launched its SaaS product, ConvoZen(dot)AI?

17. Which bank has introduced ‘Hausla Hai Toh Ho Jayega’, a new group brand philosophy?

18. Which beverage brand has unveiled its latest campaign in Marathi, 'Kadak Surve- Chai Bhari', featuring actor Riteish Deshmukh?

19. Which snack brand has released a Bhojpuri music video, featuring actor Khesari Lal Yadav and actress Shweta Sharda?

20. Which company last week said it is introducing the country´s first flu protection quadrivalent influenza virus vaccine as per WHO recommended composition?

21. Which non-bank finance company (NBFC) has agreed to acquire NBFC TruCap Finance’s gold loan business in a slump sale deal for about Rs 330 crore?

22. Which coffee chain celebrated its 25th anniversary on 28 February 2025?

23. Which credit distribution platform has elevated Santosh Agarwal as the new chief executive officer?

24. The board of which company last week approved the sale of its FM radio broadcasting operations under Ishq FM to Creative Channel for Rs 20 crore?

25. Which menstrual hygiene brand has launched the campaign ‘#PadComfortableTohPeriodsComfortable’, featuring actress Kiara Advani?

26. Which audio and wearables brand has launched its latest flagship product through a campaign featuring folk metal band Bloodywood and indie artist Rashmeet Kaur?

27. Which brand partnered with comedian Biswa Kalyan Rath for the launch of Mustang Torq earbuds?

28. Which wedding jewellery sub-brand has unveiled a wedding song 'Main Keya Hai Hai’, in collaboration with director Zoya Akhtar’s production house Tiger Baby?

29. Which footwear brand launched its Holi campaign featuring actress Pratibha Ranta?

30. The union government last week announced the appointment of finance and revenue secretary, Tuhin Kanta Pandey, as the next chairperson of which regulatory body?

31. Which MNC is bringing global sports drinks brand BodyArmorLyte to India this summer?

32. Which company last week announced that YESINTEK (ustekinumabkfce) is now available to patients in the United States?

33. Which company will acquire the edtech platform ffreedom app from Suvision Holdings Private Limited?

34. Which Ayurvedic healthcare institution has appointed actor Sonu Sood as its brand ambassador?

35. Which fabric brand has launched its 'For All Kinds of Cool' summer campaign?

36. Which ecommerce company has shut down its arm ANS Commerce and laid off its entire workforce?

37. Honda Cars India has announced that the Elevate SUV has crossed which cumulative sales milestone?

38. Which brand has unveiled its latest campaign, 'Hai Proof Tabhi Mama Approved', for the Milky Soft Head to Toe Wash, featuring brand ambassador and actress Shilpa Shetty?

39. Which company last week organised the name-giving ceremony of its newest dual-fuel methanol container vessel at the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) in Mumbai?

40. Which company last week announced the launch of GoGo, its all-new brand of electric autos?

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