March 9, 2025

Biz Quizzard 1093

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period February 24 - March 01. 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

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