Biz Quizzard 1122

Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period September 22 - 27. Hope you enjoy it.


1. Which Kerala-based hospital chain has acquired a significant majority stake in Kozhikode-based Meitra Hospital?

2. Which payments bank has introduced a new campaign positioning itself as the Safe Second Account?

3. Which snacks and dining major unveiled its ‘Swaad Bhari Navratri’ campaign?

4. Which lifestyle brand, as part of its 30-year celebrations, has relaunched its most iconic pieces from the Daydreamer Collection through a campaign featuring actress Disha Patani?

5. Which biscuit brand has launched ‘Choco Tarts’, a new addition to its indulgent portfolio, promoted by a campaign featuring actor Bobby Deol?

6. Which brand has launched a campaign featuring actors Ananya Panday and Lakshya to promote its premium coffee-flavored cookie?

7. Which smart parking platform has announced actor Rannvijay Singha as its brand ambassador to broaden its appeal, especially among younger demographics?

8. Which plywood brand has unveiled the film "Inner Strength: Invisible But Indispensable” as part of its ongoing campaign?

9. Which brand has unveiled the local edition of its global brand campaign, ‘GO WILD’, featuring Olympic medalist PV Sindhu, actor Ibrahim Ali Khan, and runners from diverse backgrounds?

10. Which company has entered the decorative paints industry with its new brand, Macaw Paints, and has roped in actor Kartik Aaryan as the brand ambassador?

11. Which company has launched breast cancer drug Pertuza, an affordable biosimilar of pertuzumab, a move that would significantly increase access to advanced cancer therapies in India?

12. Which dental brand has launched a digital campaign featuring actress Kareena Kapoor Khan to promote clear aligners available on EMI?

13. Which furniture rental company has launched a kids’ furniture collection designed for growing families through a campaign featuring actor Abhay Deol?

14. Which brand has announced actor Ibrahim Ali Khan as its new Fragrance Local Ambassador?

15. Which smartphone brand has launched the “Claim Your Vibe” campaign featuring actress Sanya Malhotra?

16. Which biscuit manufacturer has launched the ‘Shubho Sharodiya’ campaign ahead of Navratri?

17. Hero MotoCorp has unveiled the ‘Hero ka Scooter, Scooter ka Hero’ campaign, featuring filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli, for which model?

18. Which ecommerce platform has launched the ‘Kuch Bhi Ho Sakta Hai’ campaign, featuring 13 celebrities, for its festive shopping sale?

19. Which snack brand is marking its 25th year with Jowar Puffs, foraying into millet-based snacking category?

20. Which beer maker last week named insider Rahul Goyal as its new CEO, effective October 1?

21. Which luggage maker has appointed Atul Jain as its new Managing Director for five years, starting September 23?

22. Which cookie brand has introduced a new permanent flavour, Toffee Crunch, in India for the first time in a decade?

23. Which life insurance brand has launched its latest campaign, 'Smart Age ka Smart Insurance'?

24. Which clothing brand has announced the onboarding of actors Vedang Raina and Khushi Kapoor as its newest brand ambassadors?

25. Which electricals and home appliances brand has unveiled its Durga Puja film ‘The Third Eye’?

26. Which skincare brand has unveiled a video featuring actor Emraan Hashmi?

27. Which shaving cream brand has launched the campaign ‘Photocopy Nahi, Original Dikho’, featuring actor Ranbir Kapoor?

28. Which jewellery brand has unveiled the campaign ‘Precious, every day’, featuring actress Aneet Padda as its new brand ambassador?

29. Which motorcycle brand has launched a campaign featuring Sawai Padmanabh Singh of Jaipur?

30. Which company’s state-of-the-art Wheeled Armoured Platform 8x8 (WhAP 8x8) manufacturing facility was inaugurated in Casablanca region of Morocco last week?

31. Which electric two-wheeler maker last week launched X-47 Crossover, claimed as the world's first radar-integrated bike?

32. Which furniture fittings brand has unveiled the campaign “Slide into the World of Magic”?

33. On International Day of Sign Languages, which company has released ‘His Hands, His Voice’, a heartfelt tribute to its deaf and non-verbal employee Mr. V. Krishnamurthy?

34. Which footwear brand has launched the campaign ‘Mera Joota Hindustani Hai’?

35. Which consumer finance company has unveiled its new festive campaign ‘#UpgradeWaaliDiwal’?

36. Which smartphone brand has roped in actor couple Sidharth Malhotra and Kiara Advani as brand ambassadors?

37. Which watch brand has launched the limited-edition “Machine Luxe” capsule, in partnership with its global ambassador Nick Jonas, in India?

38. Which QSR chain is introducing the iconic Coca-Cola colour-changing cups, a global sensation, to the Indian market for the very first time?

39. Which footwear brand has launched a campaign for its AERO Series, featuring cricketer Jasprit Bumrah and footballer Sunil Chhetri?

40. Which company will acquire Morphy Richards and related intellectual property rights in India and five neighbouring markets from Ireland’s Glen Electric Ltd?

41. Anand Piramal has been appointed the chairman of which NBFC?

42. Which artificial intelligence services company has acquired Hyderabad based AI systems and automation startup Tynybay?

43. Which brand has launched ‘LightTheatre’ in India, introducing a groundbreaking smart lighting solution designed to transform home entertainment into an unparalleled immersive experience?

44. Which electrical wires and products brand has launched the 'India's Safe, Happy Connection' campaign?

45. Which lab-grown diamond jewellery brand has launched 'This Diwali, Say it with a Diamond', its first-ever Diwali campaign, featuring actress Vaani Kapoor.?

46. Which fashion brand has launched its latest campaign, ‘You’re Not Mid, You’re Just in the Middle of your story’, featuring actors Khushi Kapoor and Vedang Raina?

47. Which commercial electric vehicle manufacturer launched the campaign “Ton Tana Ton”?

48. Which household and furniture products retailer has launched its Diwali campaign ‘Speaking Gifts’ with the theme “Iss Diwali, gift karo formality nahi”?

49. Which American sportswear brand has appointed actor Shahid Kapoor as its brand ambassador in India?

50. Which medical device maker last week said it will fully acquire Italy-based Citieffe Group at an enterprise value of Rs 324 crore (€31 million)?

51. Which consumer electronics brand last week launched AI Home, a system that uses artificial intelligence to connect appliances, devices, and services?

52. Which Murugappa Group firm last week said it is set to unveil its advanced electric heavy commercial manufacturing facility at Manesar in Haryana?

53. US-based hospital operator HCA Healthcare last week inaugurated its first global capability centre in India. Which city?

54. Which nutraceutical brand has announced the appointment of actor Hrithik Roshan as brand ambassador?

55. Which fragrance-first brand has unveiled its Diwali campaign featuring actress Wamiqa Gabbi for its luxurious candles?

56. Which confectionery brand has teamed up with musician Yashraj Mukhate to launch a new anthem for friendship, love, and sharing?

57. Which consumer electronics and home appliances brand has launched its Diwali TVC, featuring actors Monami Ghosh and Ashwin Kumar?

58. Which information technology products and services distributor has appointed Flavio Moraes Junior as MD and Chief Country Executive (CCE) for India, effective October 1?

59. De Beers Group’s Forevermark Diamond Jewellery has chosen India to launch its first-ever global flagship store. Which city?

60. Who has once again emerged as India’s most powerful celebrity brand, topping Kroll’s Celebrity Brand Valuation 2024 list with a brand value of $231.1 million?

61. Skoda Auto India is bringing back which brand to India next month?

62. Which menswear lifestyle brand has launched an interactive content series ‘History in Briefs’ to introduce its new Tactel innerwear line?

63. Which children’s haircare brand has signed actress Kareena Kapoor Khan as its brand ambassador?

64. Which QSR chain has launched its new Sourdough Pizza?

65. Which company last week unveiled a campaign to launch Wishful, a premium celebration wear brand?

66. Ahead of World Heart Day on 29 September, which healthcare provider launched the film “Dil toh baccha hai… har din nayi kahaani likhta hai”?

67. Which lifestyle technology brand has launched Triphop®, a cutting-edge range of smart backpacks, and announced actor Abhay Deol as its brand ambassador?

68. Which platform committed to helping parents plan, save, and invest for their child’s education, has launched its latest campaign “Galat Baat Hai”?

69. Which dating app has unveiled the “For The Love of Love” campaign in India?

70. Which company has agreed to acquire 100% ownership of Italian automotive design company Engines Engineering for a cash consideration of 5.1 million euros (nearly $6 million)?

71. Which brand has announced the appointment of actress Sara Ali Khan as the new face of its Shine Hair Serum through the campaign “Frizz Gone, Smooth Shine On”?

72. Which beauty retailer has roped in actress Deepika Padukone as its brand ambassador in India?

73. Which beauty brand has launched its festive campaign, ‘turn up the shine,’ showcasing the new Chrome collection?

74. Which jewellery brand has launched a campaign featuring actress Manushi Chhillar for its “Mriganka” collection?

75. Which jewellery brand has launched its 2025 Diwali collection, drawing inspiration from the radiant diyas, coinciding with its 130th-anniversary?

76. Which jewellery brand has launched the ‘Moment with Mahi’ campaign featuring cricketer MS Dhoni?

77. Vivek Gupta of Sanmarg has been elected President of which industry body for 2025-26?

78. Which instant adhesive brand has launched the TVC ‘Anniversary’?

79. Which smartphone brand has announced a new Diwali campaign 'Light a Light, Plant a Plant' featuring actor Jackie Shroff in collaboration with JK Foundation?

80. Which organisation has set up the country’s first AI-Powered The Integrated Command & Control Centre (ICCC) for seamless management of the pilgrim traffic and safety? 

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1122 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

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Biz Quizzard 1121

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period September 15 - 20. Hope you enjoy it.


1. Which engineering firm is acquiring Germany’s ESTEC for €75 million (Rs 750 crore) to strengthen its software-defined vehicle capabilities and establish a base in Europe’s auto hub?

2. Which company will acquire Statkraft’s solar power generation business in India for an enterprise value of $220-250 million (Rs 1,942-2,207 crore)?

3. Which brand has unveiled the film “Hum, Tum Aur Kuch Extra” for its recently launched premium water heater series Luxecube?

4. Which clothing store has launched its latest campaign, ‘Saara Khel Fitting Ka Hai’, a witty and entertaining take on the transformative power of a perfect fit?

5. Which beauty brand has announced actress Aneet Padda as its new face?

6. Which sports and fitness brand has announced former tennis player Sania Mirza as a brand athlete and investor?

7. Which jewellery brand has launched a campaign featuring actress Pooja Hegde for its RaasLeela collection?

8. Which brand has launched the ‘Yeh Hua Na Health Insurance’ campaign?

9. Cadbury Dairy Milk has launched a new product, adding a milk crème-filled center to its traditional chocolate. What has it been sub-branded as?

10. Which company has secured the landmark mandate to build and operate India’s first private-sector strategic petroleum reserve (SPR)?

11. Which MNC has appointed India-born Srinivas Phatak as its chief financial officer, a little over six months after putting him in charge as acting CFO?

12. Which herbal and nature-based personal care brand has roped in actress Nushrratt Bharuccha as brand ambassador?

13. The wholesale arm of which fashion retailer has announced the launch of Souragya, an ethnic wear label developed in partnership with former cricketer Sourav Ganguly?

14. Dheeraj Sinha, CEO – FCB India & South Asia, has been elected as President of which industry body for 2025–26?

15. Which comfort wear brand has unveiled a campaign featuring actors Varun Dhawan and Jacqueline Fernandez for its new HEATEK thermal wear range?

16. Which skincare brand has roped in actress Fatima Sana Shaikh as the new brand ambassador?

17. Which ice cream brand has unveiled the film “Unlocking Emotions, One Chunk at a Time.”, featuring actor Arjun Kapoor?

18. Which whiskey brand has appointed actors Sidharth Malhotra, and Naga Chaitanya, rapper Badshah, and gamer Payal Dhare as its new brand ambassadors?

19. Which travel portal has launched the "Prices Jo Karde Sabki Chutti" campaign?

20. Which company has secured the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) front-of-jersey sponsorship for the national cricket team with a winning offer of Rs 579 crore?

21. Which company last week launched an affordable fashion brand ‘OWND!’?

22. Which Pune-based electric mobility brand has introduced the Dope e-cycle, a suspension-equipped electric cycle designed for children and young riders?

23. Which brand has launched an ad to introduce its Instant Masala Chai pre-mix sachets?

24. Which company has unveiled the campaign “Naye Indian ki Deluxe Bike” for its HF Deluxe Pro motorcycle?

25. Which youth fashion label has rolled out a campaign featuring actors Ibrahim Ali Khan?

26. Which smartphone maker has launched the campaign ‘Business Badhega, Smooth Chalega’, featuring actors Rajkummar Rao and Triptii Dimri?

27. Which jewellery brand has launched its latest Durga Pujo TVC, “Srijonis of New Bangaliyana”?

28. Which hygiene and wellness brand has launched the digital campaign ‘Hygiene Ki Aadat Banao’?

29. Which beverage brand has launched "Banglar Shilpi Shojjito Pujo," a festive campaign celebrating Durga Puja with an AI-powered commercial?

30. Which electric scooter maker last week said it has started commercially manufacturing the country's first rare earth free motors at its Hosur, Tamil Nadu production facility?

31. Which ice cream brand’s co-founder Jerry Greenfield has quit the company after a rift and public feud with parent company over the Gaza conflict?

32. Which PSU will make a debut into the nuclear power generation domain with a project in Banswara, Rajasthan?

33. Which beauty and nutrition brand has unveiled its new campaign ‘Glow Mode On’, featuring actress Sreeleela?

34. Which skin and hair care brand has launched the campaign "Kaun Hai CK?"?

35. Which spice brand has announced a strategic partnership with celebrity chef Natasha Gandhi, appointing her as the company’s first digital ambassador?

36. Which dog nutrition brand has appointed cricketer Shubman Gill as brand ambassador?

37. Which brand has unveiled the “Burn Bright” campaign, featuring cricketer Shubman Gill for its flagship workout earbuds?

38. Which brand has unveiled the ‘No Strings Attached’ digital campaign for its clothes dryers?

39. Which jewellery brand has unveiled a new festive film for Sharod Utsav, featuring actors Ritabhari Chakraborty and Subhrajit Dutta?

40. Which company and Noise, a connected lifestyle brand, have introduced India’s first EV-Smartwatch integration?

41. Which company has acquired Statkraft’s Himachal Pradesh hydropower unit, Tidong Hydro Power, for an enterprise value of Rs 1,727 crore?

42. Sudhanshu Vats, Managing Director of Pidilite Industries Ltd, has been appointed chairman of which industry body?

43. Which basmati rice brand variant has launched the campaign ‘Banaiye Har Pal Classic’?

44. Which mutual fund has launched the campaign “SIP Karo, Naya Future Start Karo”?

45. Which lingerie brand has launched its autumn-winter 2025 campaign, ‘#JustLikeYou’?

46. Which women's accessories brand has announced the appointment of actress Twinkle Khanna as its first brand ambassador?

47. Which paint brand has launched the campaign ‘Ghar Ki Raunak Lautani Ho’, featuring actor Ranveer Singh?

48. Which fashion brand has announced the launch of its latest campaign, ‘Season of Joy’, along with a new pre-festive collection?

49. Which fashion brand has launched the campaign ‘How new is your new?’, featuring actress Kalki Koechlin?

50. Which company has acquired Dr RS Patil’s Ambika Pathology Laboratory in Kolhapur?

51. Which company has introduced 'Toing', a new food delivery app in Pune aimed at budget-conscious consumers, offering meals between Rs 100-150?

52. Which solar PV module maker will acquire a 76% stake in Racemosa Energy India for Rs 53 crore?

53. Which jewellery brand has unveiled its new collection, ‘Alka’, through the ‘Dil Abhi Bhara Nahin’ campaign, featuring actor-couple Aditi Rao Hydari and Siddharth?

54. Which diamond jewellery brand has unveiled what it claims as the world’s first solitaire cut in the shape of a flower?

55. Which company has partnered with Flipkart to sell its entire 350cc motorcycle range on the platform?

56. Which battery and flashlight brand has announced its entry into the mobile accessories segment?

57. Which ecommerce platform has launched the ‘Bachelor Upgrade Yojana’ campaign for its festive shopping sale?

58. Which women’s wear brand has unveiled a new campaign, featuring actress Yami Gautam, for its leggings?

59. Which jobs and talent platform has released its new brand film “Boss Aaj Kal”, featuring cricketer Jasprit Bumrah?

60. Real estate services company TCC Concept last week said it has signed a term sheet to acquire up to 100% stake in which omnichannel furniture and home goods platform?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1121 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

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Biz Quizzard 1120

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period September 08 - 13. Hope you enjoy it.


1. Diwan Arun Nanda passed away on September 6. He was the cofounder of which advertising agency?

2. Which hospitality company has changed its name to Prism?

3. Which two-wheeler manufacturer has named Harshavardhan Chitale as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective January 5, 2026?

4. Which probiotic brand has launched a campaign with the positioning “The Gut Expert”, featuring actress and brand ambassador Taapsee Pannu?

5. Which dental brand has unveiled the campaign ‘Finding the Missing Tooth’?

6. Which retailer has introduced its festive season campaign ‘Cook Up Some Magic’?

7. The Supreme Court last week allowed which IT firm to use its logo in India until the disposal of Atyati Technologies’ interim application seeking restraining orders against the former?

8. The Central Government has extended Ajay Kumar Srivastava’s tenure as MD and CEO of which bank for about 21 months, with effect from January 01, 2026?

9. Which brand has launched the campaign ‘Life Banaye Wonderful’, featuring actor and brand ambassador Ajay Devgn, for its air coolers?

10. Which DTH company has launched its VZY Smart TV range?

11. Which power solutions company is venturing into a new market with the introduction of EDGE, a brand aimed at addressing India’s growing demand for portable power?

12. Which business group has entered the lifestyle segment with the launch of Luxe Asia, a wholly owned subsidiary?

13. Which audio company last week announced its foray into the Indian market with plans to set up a manufacturing facility in Manesar, Haryana?

14. Which appliance company has roped in actor Saif Ali Khan as brand ambassador for its cooling range?

15. Which ready-to-wear brand from the house of Arvind has appointed actor Raghav Juyal as its brand ambassador?

16. Which beauty brand has launched its new Ultimune Power Infusing Serum in India, accompanied by a campaign featuring actress Tamannaah Bhatia?

17. Which QSR chain has unveiled a digital video featuring singer and actor Himesh Reshammiya?

18. Which UPI platform has unveiled a new digital ad film, featuring cricketer Jonty Rhodes as its ‘Cashback Catcher’?

19. Which beauty brand has launched the 'Spark A Change 3.0' Diwali campaign, featuring actresses Saachi Bindra and Saiee M. Manjrekar?

20. Which business group has bought out Statkraft’s 49% stake in Malana Power Company, a hydro power JV, for an undisclosed sum?

21. Which ice cream company has appointed Himanshu Kanwar as its first non-family chief executive?

22. Which company has acquired Cheers Breweries Ltd, a Mysuru-based facility with an annual production capacity of 1.5 million hectolitres?

23. Ramprasad Sridharan is stepping down as the India MD and CEO of which fashion company?

24. Which food, agricultural solutions, and industrial products MNC has appointed Ravinder Balain as Country President for India?

25. Godrej Interio has been rechristened. What is the new name?

26. Which insurance brand has unveiled a campaign featuring cricketer MS Dhoni and actor R Madhavan?

27. Which denim brand has unveiled the ‘I Wear India’ campaign, featuring brand ambassador and actor Meezan Jaffery, for the Asia cup?

28. Which brand is celebrating its association as the Official Tyre Partner of the DP World Asia Cup 2025 with the ‘Rolling With Champions’ campaign?

29. Which home fragrance brand has unveiled a new television commercial featuring actress Kareena Kapoor?

30. In one of the biggest land deals in Mumbai, which organisation has signed an agreement with Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation Ltd to acquire a 4.2-acre plot at Nariman Point for Rs 3,472 crore?

31. Who last week briefly became the world’s richest person for the first time?

32. Which renewable energy solutions company last week announced the appointment of Dr Arulkumar Shanmugasundaram as its new CEO and MD?

33. Which asset reconstruction company has appointed Abhishek Maheshwari as MD and CEO?

34. TV Narendran, CEO and MD of Tata Steel, has taken over as the President of which industry body?

35. Which renewable energy firm and Japan-based IHI Corporation have formed a joint venture to set up a 0.4 million tonnes green ammonia project at Gopalpur in Odisha?

36. Which watch brand has launched a film with the message "This Pujo, give the gift of time!"?

37. Which e-commerce furniture and home décor company has unveiled its latest campaign, ‘Why Wait for Diwali’?

38. Which luggage company has launched the 'Tagged To Be Found' campaign for its Smart Tag technology, powered by Tag8?

39. Which brand has unveiled the ‘Bath Ban Jaye’ campaign to announce the launch of its latest portfolio of water heaters?

40. Which mining ancillary, in consortium with funds managed by affiliates of Apollo Funds, will acquire global mining consumables company Molycop at an enterprise value of $1.5 billion?

41. Kuala Lumpur-based private equity firm Creador is set to acquire about 7% stake in which domestic pharmaceutical company for Rs 800 crore?

42. The Board of which listed education enterprise has approved the formal demerger of its commerce vertical and creation of a new entity, J.K. Shah Commerce Education?

43. Which fashion retailer is foraying into the beauty segment in India with the launch across its stores and online on October 2?

44. Which fashion and beauty retailer is expanding its global presence by launching its in-house brand, Kay Beauty, in the UK market through Space NK?

45. Which IT firm last week approved its largest ever share buyback proposal worth Rs 18,000 crore?

46. Which saree brand has unveiled its new festive campaign, ‘The Gift of Pure Love’?

47. Which denim brand has launched the 'Got Game?' campaign featuring cricketer Abhishek Sharma?

48. Which paint brand has launched the campaign “No Daag. No Tension. Only Beautiful Walls.”?

49. Which financial services company has launched the campaign ‘Just Zoom Two-wheeler Loans’, featuring brand ambassador and cricketer, Jasprit Bumrah?

50. Which FMCG company will acquire the remaining 46.02% stake in HW Wellness Solutions Private Limited, which owns ‘True Elements’, for Rs 138 crore?

51. Which company has agreed to acquire a 100% stake in DP Jain TOT Toll Roads (DPJTOT) for an enterprise value of Rs 1,342 crore?

52. Which Bengaluru-based nutraceuticals maker has announced its entry into South Korea with ‘Quantum Ayurveda’?

53. Which fashion retailer has partnered with Vellvette Lifestyle, which owns SUGAR Cosmetics, to launch Molten Beauty, a skincare and makeup brand for young Indian consumers?

54. Which entity has been recognised as the “Best Management Association in India for Outstanding Performance in Propagating the Management Movement” for the year 2024–25 by AIMA?

55. Which wearables brand has appointed hip-hop artist KR$NA as its newest brand ambassador?

56. Which footwear destination has launched the ‘Crossover' collection with the tagline “A Sneaker. Dressed Up.”?

57. Which paint brand has unveiled its new campaign ‘Lage Shaandaar, Chale Shaandaar’?

58. Which global house of brands platform, cofounded by former cricketer Steve Waugh, has announced its entry into the Indian market?

59. Which group’s aerospace business has signed a contract with France's Safran Aircraft Engines to manufacture critical components for the LEAP engine, developed by CFM International?

60. Which company has sold its 51% stake in Saurashtra Freight for Rs 662 crore to Japan’s Kamigumi Co Ltd?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1120 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

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Biz Quizzard 1119

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period September 01 - 06. Hope you enjoy it.


1. Which regional grocery chain has acquired DusMinute, a Bengaluru based retail chain that operates its stores in gated communities, for an undisclosed amount?

2. Veteran industrialist and ex-CII chief Sumit Mazumder passed away on August 31 in Kolkata. He was the former chairman and managing director of which company?

3. Which MNC last week named Philipp Navratil as its new chief executive officer?

4. Which company has acquired a majority stake in digital content platform Pinkvilla as part of a broader push to engage younger shoppers?

5. Apple last week opened its third and fourth stores in the country, Which cities?

6. Rajit Punhani, a 1991-batch IAS officer, last week took charge as chief executive officer (CEO) of which regulatory body?

7. Which pediatric therapy and inclusive education platform has launched Get Set Early, India’s first CDSCO-approved screening system for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in children?

8. Which company’s subsidiary International Hospital has entered into a 15-year lease agreement with RR Lifesciences to operate a 200-bedded multi-speciality facility in Greater Noida?

9. The Delhi High Court has restrained which Hyderabad-based healthcare company from selling Ferrotok Plus or using any process that infringes upon Gujrat-based Frimline's patent?

10. UPI crossed which milestone monthly transactions count in August?

11. Which company recently launched SecuraDrive CIRCL, a passenger car tyre with up to 90% sustainable (bio-based) materials?

12. United Breweries Limited (UBL), part of the HEINEKEN Company, has commenced production of its flagship brand Kingfisher at the recently leased Ilios Brewery in which state?

13. Which actress has collaborated with House of Isharya to launch Indinoor, a new festive jewellery line?

14. Which stationery brand has announced its collaboration with Dali, India’s only canine artist, introducing her as the brand’s first “Ambassa-dog”?

15. Which confectionery brand has unveiled the music video ‘Thik Thaak Life’ with music composer Yashraj Mukhate?

16. Which electrical and automation company has unveiled the campaign ‘Powering a Non-Stop India’, featuring Mumbai Indians players?

17. Which sleep solutions brand has unveiled a special Onam campaign with the launch of its limited-edition Energise mattress in Kerala?

18. Which food brand has launched a campaign, featuring actress Genelia D’Souza, for its breakfast range?

19. Which MNC has launched the ‘Locally Yours’ campaign to celebrate India’s retail heroes?

20. Which Indian advertising personality will be inducted into the Asian Federation of Advertising Association (AFAA) Hall of Fame at the inaugural session of the AdAsia Congress in Beijing?

21. Which company has hiked its holding in Dr Ramesh Cardiac and Multispeciality Hospital (DRCMHPL) in Andhra Pradesh to 70.49% with the acquisition of an additional 13% stake?

22. Karunesh Bajaj, Executive Vice President (Marketing & Exports), ITC Ltd, has been elected as the Chairman of which industry body for 2025-26?

23. Which life insurance brand is celebrating 25 years with the film ‘Hausla Hain… Hamesha Kar Pau’?

24. Which sexual health and wellness brand has launched an ad film featuring director Anurag Kashyap and comedian Samay Raina?

25. Which e-commerce platform has launched its Durga Puja campaign featuring actress Trina Saha showcasing the collection at the ‘House of Utsav’?

26. Which fashion retailer has launched the 'Hok Tomar Agomon' (Mark Your Arrival) Durga Pujo campaign?

27. Which haircare brand has entered the rapidly growing crème hair color category with the launch of quick crème hair color and has roped in actress Shweta Tiwari as the brand ambassador?

28. Which smartphone brand announced the launch of the Brilliant Collection, an exclusive collaboration with Swarovski® that redefines the intersection of technology and jewelry?

29. Which platform for mother and baby products has roped in actress Athiya Shetty as its brand ambassador?

30. Which solar module manufacturer has acquired a 64% equity stake in transformers manufacturer Kotsons through a primary capital infusion of about Rs 192 crore?

31. Nisus Finance Services has acquired a majority stake in which Mumbai-based engineering, procurement, and construction company through its subsidiary, Nisus Finance Projects LLP?

32. Which Gurugram-based travel distribution company has agreed to acquire US-based Classic Vacations from Phoenix-based investment firm The Najafi Companies?

33. Which global travel app has announced cricketer Suryakumar ‘SKY’ Yadav as its first brand ambassador in India?

34. Which diamond jewellery brand has announced actress Taapsee Pannu as its ‘Partner in Purpose’?

35. Which footwear brand has roped in actress Sanya Malhotra as its new brand ambassador?

36. Which footwear brand has roped in cricketer Siraj as its latest brand ambassador?

37. Which footwear company has unveiled a campaign featuring actors Neel Bhattacharya and Darshana Banik for its Brighter Moments Collection, launched just ahead of Durga Puja?

38. Which sports brand has unveiled its new global campaign “Why Do It?” to inspire a new wave of athletes?

39. Which specialised nutritional supplement for individuals managing diabetes has launched the campaign ‘Dekhta Hoon Nahi, Dikhata Hoon’?

40. Which fashion designer and entrepreneur died at the age of 91 in Milan last week?

41. Which asset management company has elevated its current Chief Investment Officer Vetri Subramaniam as the next MD and CEO, with effect from next February?

42. Which industry body has elected Sundeep Sikka, Executive Director & Chief Executive Officer, Nippon Life India Asset Management, as Chairman?

43. Which asset management company has launched the Arudha SIF platform after SEBI approval?

44. TVS Motor Company has entered the 150-cc scooter segment with the launch of which model?

45. Girish Mathrubootham will be retiring from the position of Executive Chairman of which SaaS firm in December?

46. Which paint brand has launched the campaign ‘Ghar Aane Ke Bahaane’, featuring actors Jimmy Shergill and Minissha Lamba?

47. Which digital fitness and wellness platform has onboarded model and actor Milind Soman as its brand ambassador as part of a rebranding effort?

48. Which skincare brand has launched its 'You Glow Different' campaign?

49. Global investment firm Hunch Ventures is acquiring which casual and fine-dine chain in India from London-based consumer investor platform International Market Management (IMM)?

50. Which IT major has removed its logo from its website and all social media platforms in India, following a trademark dispute with a Bengaluru-based technology firm?

51. French aerospace major Dassault Aviation has entered into an agreement to increase its stake to 51% in which joint venture in India?

52. Which company last week introduced its SUV-Coupe Basalt X range with all-new interiors at prices starting Rs 7.95 lakh (ex-showroom)?

53. Which at-home services company has unveiled ‘Chhote Sapne?’, the fifth film under its ongoing Dignity of Labour charter?

54. Which jewellery brand has unveiled its new Pujo campaign, “Mayer Aashirbad”?

55. Which skincare brand has launched its Onam campaign “Kuda Mathram Mathiyavilla” (Umbrella alone is not enough)?

56. Which bank has launched ‘Zero Means More’, its Onam campaign for NRIs?

57. Which brand has roped in actor Rohit Saraf as the official ambassador of Bringaras, its reimagined Ayurvedic haircare collection?

58. Which advertising group has appointed Devika Bulchandani as chief operating officer?

59. Actor-entrepreneur Samantha Ruth Prabhu has joined which women’s health brand as co-founder?

60. Which fashion brand has roped in actress Alia Bhatt as its new Global Brand Ambassador?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1119 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

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