Biz Quizzard 1151

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period April 13 - 18. Hope you enjoy it.


1. Who will step down as chair of Godrej Industries Group on Aug 13 upon turning 75?

2. Which fashion etailer has named Sharon Pais as its new CEO?

3. Which brand has unveiled a new campaign ‘Activate Your Glow’, featuring Arjun Rampal and Gabriella Demetriades, centred on its Moisture Surge range?

4. Which automobile MNC has named actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas as global brand ambassador as part of a new campaign?

5. Which fragrance brand has announced actor Ahaan Panday as its first brand ambassador for India?

6. Which skincare brand has launched Tan Removal Chocolate & Cherry Face Wash through a campaign featuring actresses Tisca Chopra and Kashmira Pardeshi?

7. Which snack brand has announced the launch of Korean Karare through a campaign featuring actor Varun Dhawan?

8. Which company has launched a Baisakhi-led campaign to promote its LTP-SN6 series of watches?

9. Which company has launched the campaign ‘Zindagi Ka Frame Wide Karo’ featuring cricketer KL Rahul and content creator Satish Ray, ahead of the rollout of its F33 smartphone series?

10. Which global manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems has announced a strategic investment in Essel Bath Fittings through the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) route?

11. Which company has phased out iconic South Indian cement brands Sankar, Coromandel, and Raasi?

12. Which United States (US)-based consumer appliances major, which is popular for its portable blenders and vacuum cleaners, has entered the Indian market?

13. Amit Dave has been appointed as chief executive officer and managing director of which health insurance venture?

14. Which electric buses and light commercial vehicles manufacturer has completed the delivery of 100 electric buses to the government of Mauritius?

15. Which beverage company has appointed Tushar Tripathi as its Chief Executive Officer?

16. Which sportswear brand has onboarded cricketer Smriti Mandhana as brand ambassador?

17. Which coworking and managed workspaces company has announced the appointment of actress Yami Gautam Dhar as brand ambassador?

18. Which laptop maker has launched a campaign featuring cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues and music producer Yashraj Mukhate to promote the Alienware 16X Aurora?

19. Which chocolate brand has collaborated with global creative company VML and Delhi-based production house The Other Half to unveil the ‘World’s Slowest Vending Machine’?

20. Which toy company said it has crossed the Rs 100 crore revenue milestone and unveiled ‘Chanak’ as India’s first homegrown global toy IP?

21. Which real estate investment trust has acquired a 51% stake in International Tech Park Chennai for Rs 1,500 crore?

22. Which company has achieved the highest score among all Indian companies assessed by CareEdge-ESG?

23. Which company last week announced the launch of its electric three-wheeler portfolio under the brand WEGO?

24. Which medicated soap brand has appointed actor Pankaj Tripathi as brand ambassador and launched a new campaign repositioning the brand around skin infection treatment?

25. Which AI brand has launched the campaign ‘Everyday Superheroes’ for IPL?

26. Which jewellery brand has released a digital campaign for Poila Boishakh, featuring actress Ritabhari Chakraborty?

27. Which performance-led lifestyle brand is introducing what it claims is India’s first sunscreen jacket through a campaign featuring Milind Soman?

28. Which company has reinforced its association with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) as Principal Sponsor and Health Partner, with the launch of the brand film 'What makes us No. 1'?

29. Which skincare brand has launched the digital campaign ‘DAB DAB NO MORE!’?

30. Which Kozhikode-headquartered hospital has agreed to buy a controlling stake in Hyderabad-based Star Hospitals for Rs 1,800 crore?

31. Which company has introduced its all-in-one kitchen appliance, OneChef, marketing it as a future-ready solution to meet the evolving cooking habits of Indian consumers?

32. Which investing pioneer, who put emerging markets on investors’ radar with on-the-ground insights over more than four decades, died last week at the age of 89?

33. Which sunflower oil brand has unveiled a new campaign in Telugu, featuring actor Siddu Jonnalagadda?

34. Which Chennai-based FMCG company has announced its foray into the ice cream segment?

35. Which Thane-based company has acquired an 85% stake in Ahmedabad-based Arinna Lifesciences Limited, marking its entry into India’s domestic formulations market?

36. Which brand has launched a Bengaluru-focused brand campaign featuring comedian Danish Sait, marking a shift in how it positions pet care services?

37. Which company has unveiled a new campaign featuring actor Pankaj Kapur, focused on its Marine Board offering?

38. Which watchmaker has appointed cricketer Smriti Mandhana as a ‘Friend of the Brand’?

39. Which Sattu brand has launched a campaign featuring cricketer Ravindra Jadeja with the positioning ‘Unnatural Nahi, Natural Energy Hai’?

40. Which company said it has become the first company in India to receive the globally-acknowledged Farm Sustainability Assessment (FSA 3.0) certification for wheat and paddy?

41. Which IT services company has announced a multi-year partnership with tennis star Carlos Alcaraz, appointing him as its global brand ambassador?

42. Which brand has launched the campaign ‘Bano Achhe Fan’ for its fans, featuring Varun Dhawan, Anurag Kashyap, and Yuzvendra Chahal across three films?

43. Which shower gel brand has announced actress Sreeleela as its new brand ambassador, along with a new TVC campaign ‘Sandalwood Ka Remix’?

44. Which Turkish jewellery brand has launched a campaign for Akshaya Tritiya, featuring Jennifer Lopez?

45. Which digital payments brand has launched a new campaign for its ‘Pocket Money’ feature, developed on UPI Circle in partnership with NPCI?

46. Which brand has launched ‘Excalibur’, a premium enameled cast iron cookware range developed in collaboration with chef Vikas Khanna?

47. Which colour cosmetics brand has announced actress Tamannaah Bhatia as the face of the brand as it completes its first year in the market?

48. Which brand has appointed actor Ahaan Panday as brand ambassador for OneBlade, alongside the launch of its new campaign, “Built Different”?

49. Which pet food brand has unveiled a new digital-first campaign, featuring cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues?

50. The government last week notified India’s first chip fabrication plant as a special economic zone to be set up by which company at Dholera in Gujarat?

51. Which watch brand has signed cricketer Arshdeep Singh as the face of its IPL 2026 campaign?

52. Which paint company has launched a new corporate campaign ‘Rangon Ki Warranty’?

53. Which real estate company has signed cricketer Yuvraj Singh as brand ambassador and has launched the campaign ‘Against All Odds’?

54. Which biscuit brand has launched the campaign ‘Masti Ka Fix’?

55. Which brand has launched a campaign featuring actor Jackie Shroff to promote its water purifier?

56. Which jewelley brand has announced a long-term partnership with actress Krithi Shetty, starting with its Akshaya Tritiya campaign?

57. Which brand has unveiled a new campaign ‘Sunkissed’, featuring artist Mary Ann Alexander, ahead of Akshaya Tritiya, introducing a collection centred on everyday jewellery?

58. In a first-of-its kind scientific validation in the Indian paint industry, which brand launched a stratospheric balloon to 86,000 feet above Earth?

59. Which realty major last week announced a partnership with Italian lifestyle brand Tonino Lamborghini to invest Rs 2,890 crore for a branded residences project in Gurugram?

60. Which semiconductor and design services company will acquire a 73% stake in Vayavya Labs Private Ltd for a consideration of Rs 245.49 crore?

61. The Andhra Pradesh government has approved a Rs 2,550 crore investment by which Kolkata-based company to establish a 105-acre cathode material manufacturing facility in Chittoor district?

62. Which Chennai-based healthcare company, known for its iconic pain relief brand, has forayed into the razor market?

63. Which company has appointed the actor and entertainer Raghav Juyal as brand ambassador for its upcoming smartphone series?

64. Which fashion label has announced actress Tara Sutaria as brand ambassador through the campaign 'shift the power play’?

65. UltraTech Cement has surpassed which milestone installed cement manufacturing capacity in India?

Please mail your answers to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1151 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

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Biz Quizzard 1150

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period April 06 - 11. Hope you enjoy it.


1. Dairy major Amul crossed which milestone turnover mark in the fiscal year 2025-26?

2. Which denim brand has launched a new denim fit called ‘Ikemen’, supported by a campaign featuring actor Vidyut Jammwal?

3. Which beauty brand has unveiled a new campaign film ‘Rebellious by Nature’, featuring Mandira Bedi, Sumedh Mudgalkar, and Diksha Singh, as part of its 50th anniversary?

4. Which health and nutrition brand focused on preventive care and everyday wellness has announced Malaika Arora as its brand ambassador?

5. Which perfume company has named actress Mrunal Thakur as its brand ambassador, marking a shift in its brand positioning and communication strategy?

6. Which feminine hygiene brand has appointed cricketer Smriti Mandhana as its brand ambassador for the Comfort Range, as the company marks its ninth foundation year?

7. Which brand has launched a campaign featuring Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu for its Safe Sun HydroActivated Sunscreen SPF 50+ PA+++?

8. Which micronutrients and specialty plant nutrition company has roped in former cricketer Sourav Ganguly as brand ambassador?

9. Which stainless steel manufacturer has announced actor Ranveer Singh as its first-ever brand ambassador and nationwide celebrity endorser?

10. Which IT firm has secured a $1 billion deal from Singapore-based food processing major Olam Group and has acquired its IT and digital services arm, Mindsprint, for $375 million as part of the deal?

11. Campbell Wilson has resigned as the CEO of which airline?

12. Which pet food company last week said it is foraying into the fresh pet food segment and will invest Rs 180 crore in advanced processing and packaging infrastructure?

13. Which beverage brand has launched a film in Tamil, featuring actress Mamitha Baiju, as part of its ongoing national campaign?

14. Which fashion brand has launched its latest campaign, ‘Move Like A Maharani’?

15. Which oats brand has launched the ‘Bowl Apna Apna’ campaign featuring Chef Kunal Kapur?

16. Which premium water brand has launched the campaign ‘Life Full of Altitude’ featuring actor Rana Daggubati?

17. Which chocolate brand has partnered with One Piece for a campaign that integrates characters from the anime into its product packaging and marketing?

18. Which fitness gear and sporting goods brand has appointed actor Tiger Shroff as its brand ambassador and launched the campaign ‘Gym Ghar Lao’, centred on at-home fitness solutions?

19. Which jewellery brand has launched the campaign ‘A Legacy You Wear’, featuring actresses Sreeleela and Kalyani Priyadarshan, for its Nimah collection?

20. Which pure-play engineering services company has acquired BITSILICA, an India-based semiconductor design services company?

21. Sandeep Ghosh has decided to step down as the India and South Asia head of which payments major?

22. Which men’s fashion brand has launched the campaign 'Yahan, A to Z sab milega'?

23. Which tyre brand has launched the campaign ‘Jurrat’ featuring actor Ranveer Singh?

24. Which auto-dishwashing detergent brand has announced actor Ayushmann Khurrana as brand ambassador, launching a new campaign built around the idea of “The Right Way to Dishwash”?

25. Which jewellery brand has rolled out the ‘Khushiyon Mein Nivesh’ campaign ahead of Akshaya Tritiya?

26. Which bank has launched the ‘ASLI KYC’ campaign?

27. Which skincare brand has launched the campaign 'For Skin That Deserves Better'?

28. Which jewellery brand has unveiled its new 'Hues' jewelry collection, featuring natural gemstones, with actress Triptii Dimri fronting the campaign?

29. Which brand has launched the ‘Sun Portraits’ campaign for its Sun Miracle sunscreen?

30. Which electric motorcycle manufacturer has partnered with Elektrorider, marking its entry into Hungary, Croatia, Slovakia, Romania, Slovenia, and the Czech Republic?

31. Which company will acquire Diamond Plaza, a shopping mall in Kolkata with an estimated gross leasable area of around 244,000 sq ft, for an enterprise value of Rs 347.5 crore?

32. Which cloud telephony firm has acquihired the core team of voice AI startup Dubverse, including cofounders Anuja Dhawan and Varshul Gupta?

33. Which global real estate advisory firm has announced the acquisition of a majority interest in Hotelivate, which is into hospitality advisory?

34. Which face wash brand has launched the campaign 'Confuse Mat Ho, Best Lo!', featuring actors Shah Rukh Khan and Sanya Malhotra?

35. Which real estate company has launched the campaign ‘Built with All Heart’ in partnership with Gujarat Titans for the Indian Premier League 2026?

36. Which brand has launched its BITE sofa, supported by a campaign with a music video featuring artist Gandhar and dancer Piyush Gurbhele?

37. Which beverage brand has unveiled “Uncanned emotions,” its latest global brand film for the FIFA World Cup 2026, continuing its campaign around football fandom?

38. Which knitwear and apparel brand has unveiled its ‘Levitate’ campaign for Spring Summer 2026?

39. Which millet-based children's food brand has launched the film 'Empty Tiffins Guaranteed!' as part of its ‘Back to School’ campaign?

40. Which company has entered into an agreement to acquire a controlling stake of 58.4% in Kalinga Hospital (KHL) from Hospital Corporation of Orissa Inc at an equity value of Rs 300 crore?

41. Tarun Mathur has stepped down as chief executive officer and principal officer of which insurance platform, effective April 7?

42. Which engineered wood and decorative panel brand has appointed actor Ranveer Singh as its brand ambassador?

43. London-based private equity firm Permira has entered India with an initial investment of $100 million (about Rs 925 crore) for a 40% stake in which business services and real estate platform?

44. Which incense major has acquired a majority stake in pooja accessories brand Satvik, marking a strategic pivot into the fast-growing spiritual and devotional products segment?

45. Which jobs and talent platform announced the recent appointment of Tarun Sinha as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO)?

46. Which fashion brand has announced an exclusive collaboration with cricketer Shreyas Iyer for ELLE’s April edition?

47. Which natural diamonds major has signed cricketer Suryakumar Yadav as an associate?

48. Which skincare brand has signed singer-composer Anirudh Ravichander as a brand partner?

49. Which spice brand has reinforced its long-standing association with actress Shilpa Shetty?

50. Which company has announced the signing of a ‘strategic agreement’ with Hilton to open 125 Hampton by Hilton hotels in India?

51. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of Sanjay Khanna as Chairman & Managing Director (C&MD) of which oil PSU?

52. Which MSO and cable broadband service provider has appointed Gurjeev Singh Kapoor as its chief executive officer?

53. Which fashion and beauty platform has appointed actress Alia Bhatt as its brand ambassador?

54. Which beverage brand has appointed actress Ananya Panday as its new brand ambassador and given her an added role in shaping the brand’s social media presence?

55. Which insurance platform has launched a digital campaign ‘Baat To Sahi Hai’, featuring founder Yashish Dahiya?

56. Which logistics major has launched a digital campaign ‘The Move India Needs’, featuring Chennai Super Kings players, including MS Dhoni, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and Urvil Patel?

57. Which ride hailing company has launched the campaign ‘First Ride Free’, timed with the ongoing Indian Premier League?

58. Which brand has launched a campaign, featuring actress Kriti Sanon, for its premium linen collection?

59. Which technology and devices company, in collaboration with JioStar, announced the launch of ‘Smart Champs’, a 10-episode learning game show hosted by actress Sanya Malhotra?

60. Which company’s new electric mobility brand Flying Flea has launched its first motorcycle, the Flying Flea C6?

61. Which general insurance company has appointed Rajive Kumaraswami as Managing Director Designate with effect from April 22, 2026?

62. Which lingerie, clothing, and beauty retailer has announced actress Triptii Dimri as its first-ever brand ambassador in India, and has launched its Summer Signature campaign?

63. Which footwear company has launched the campaign ‘Everyday Essentials. Reinvented’, featuring actress Taapsee Pannu?

64. Which luxury streetwear label has opened its first store in India in Bengaluru, in partnership with Brand Concepts, a licensee company for luxury and lifestyle fashion brands?

65. Which global luxury beauty brand has opened its first flagship store in India at Nexus Select Citywalk in Saket, New Delhi, in partnership with Nykaa?

66. Which bank has unveiled a film featuring filmmaker Farah Khan alongside badminton players Lakshya Sen, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, Chirag Shetty, Treesa Jolly, and Gayatri Gopichand?

67. Which baby care brand has launched the campaign 'Summer Care Regimen'?

68. Which NBFC has launched its Indian T20 League campaign 'Nariyal Phodo, Sar Kyun?', marking its third consecutive year as the Title Partner of Delhi Capitals?

69. Which jewellery brand has launched the campaign "Shubh Akshaya Tritiya, Smart Akshaya Tritiya”, featuring actors Gajraj Rao and Pratibha Ranta?

70. India’s tractor industry crossed which annual sales milestone for the first time in FY26?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1150 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

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Biz Quizzard 1149

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period March 30 - April 04. Hope you enjoy it.


1. Air Commodore (Dr.) Vijaypat Singhania passed away on March 28. He was the former chairman of which group?

2. The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) has recommended Ashok Kumar Panda for the post of chairman and managing director of which PSU?

3. Which oil-to-metals conglomerate will break up into five listed companies in April?

4. Which personal care brand has unveiled a new TVC for its Hydra Refresh Gel, featuring brand ambassador and actress Sanya Malhotra?

5. Which brand has launched the campaign ‘My Home, My Way’ for its Larah dinnerware?

6. Which hair colour brand has launched a campaign featuring mother-daughter duo Raveena Tandon and Rasha Thadani?

7. Which UPI app has launched its IPL campaign featuring actor Salman Khan?

8. Which paint company has unveiled HERizons, a community for women?

9. Which electric scooter brand, in partnership with IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders, has launched the ‘6 for 6’ campaign?

10. Which company has acquired the automated teller machine (ATM) managed services business of Financial Software and Systems (FSS) Private Limited for a consideration of up to Rs 115 crore?

11. Which company said it has operationalised India’s first Port of Refuge (PoR)?

12. A division bench of the Delhi High Court has again barred which company from selling induction cooktops under the brand name Stella, Stelladexin, and other similar names?

13. The Delhi High Court has permanently restrained which Ahmedabad-based company from manufacturing, selling, and marketing its cancer drug under the trademark Bevatas?

14. Which antiseptic brand has launched the film ‘Shaadi Ka Ghar’?

15. Which company has launched Ayurveda Secrets, a premium personal care brand, marking its entry into the higher-end Ayurveda beauty segment?

16. Which chocolate brand has launched the campaign 'My Epic First Match #TheKhaasSeat', centered on first-time IPL match experiences?

17. Which investment app has launched the campaign ‘The Intelligent One’?

18. Which astrology app has launched a campaign comprising three digital films, focusing on everyday dilemmas around relationships, commitment, and financial stability?

19. Which company has launched a cross-border payments platform for Indian businesses, alongside a campaign titled 'No Borders. Just Business.’?

20. Which company will not renew its franchise agreement to operate US coffee and-donut chain Dunkin’ in India, ending a 15-year franchise deal amid recurring losses and weak growth?

21. Which business group has appointed Sriram Rangarajan as chief executive officer of its upcoming wires and cables business?

22. Which auto components manufacturer last week re-designated Venu Srinivasan, the current chairman emeritus and MD, as its chairman and MD with immediate effect?

23. Which steel wheel manufacturer’s MD, Srivats Ram, has been appointed as the company’s Chairman with effect from March 31, 2026?

24. Cricketer MS Dhoni has invested in which mobile-first, AI-driven storytelling platform, and joined the company as brand ambassador for its short-format drama app?

25. Which jewellery brand has launched the campaign ‘Lekhini’, featuring badminton player PV Sindu, in South India?

26. Which healthy snacking brand has unveiled its ‘Daily Fuel’ initiative, anchored by MasterChef India finalist Gurkirat Singh?

27. Which watch brand has launched the campaign ‘Never Same. Never Sane.’, featuring actor Siddhant Chaturvedi?

28. Which retailer has unveiled a new campaign ‘Fayda Meter’ under its “Time aur Paise Dono Bachaye” platform, featuring celebrity couple Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone?

29. Tata Chemicals has recorded which soda ash production milestone in FY26 at its Mithapur facility in Gujarat?

30. Which company last week announced the acquisition of Wokadine, a 46-year-old trusted brand, from Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd?

31. Which company has acquired a 60.20% stake in Gozoop Online for Rs 36.96 crore as part of a three-tranche deal?

32. Which MNC has agreed to buy sleep drug maker Centessa Pharmaceuticals in a deal worth up to $7.8 billion?

33. Which Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) has appointed Shashank Jain as the chief executive officer (CEO) & managing director (MD), effective July 1?

34. Which REIT will acquire a 2.6-million-sq-ft IT Park, Commerzone Pallikaranai, spread over 12.4 acres on the Pallavaram–Thoraipakkam Road (PTR) in Chennai, for Rs 2,541 crore?

35. Which housing finance company has launched the campaign “GharLelo”?

36. Which energy drink mix brand has launched the campaign ‘Har Din Ko Kar Recharge’?

37. Which pizza brand has launched the ‘Slice Maar’ campaign as part of its association with Rajasthan Royals for the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League?

38. Which e-commerce company has launched the campaign ‘Umpires For Sale’ featuring former international umpire Billy Bowden?

39. Which online pharmacy platform has rolled out its ‘On-time or Free’ (OTOF) campaign during the ongoing cricket season, aiming to drive awareness around its diagnostic services?

40. Which airline has named former pilot and International Air Transport Association (IATA) director general Willie Walsh as chief executive officer, subject to regulatory approvals?

41. China's Cosmx, the world's second-largest supplier of battery packs for smartphones, has signed a joint venture agreement with which Chennai-based company to source lithium-ion cells?

42. Which company will acquire around 60% in Niyam Group and anchor capital for its newly launched Lloyd’s Syndicate 2047, to tap India’s fast-growing reinsurance market?

43. Which baby care brand has launched a campaign featuring actress Yami Gautam Dhar to promote its Sterilizer for baby bottles?

44. Which smartphone brand has launched the campaign ‘The Monster Stunt’ featuring Rannvijay Singha and Nikhil Chinapa?

45. Which innerwear brand has launched a campaign featuring actor Saif Ali Khan?

46. Which payments app has launched the campaign ‘Mahi Way’, featuring cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni?

47. Which brand is promoting its milkshake through the campaign ‘The New Secret of Mahi Energy’, featuring cricketer MS Dhoni?

48. Which men’s sexual wellness brand has launched the campaign ‘Protect What’s Precious’ in collaboration with comedian Samay Raina, timed with the ongoing IPL season?

49. Cricketer Jitesh Sharma has collaborated with which QSR chain to promote the brand's new Crispy ShaWOWrma Wrap through a promotional video on his Instagram account?

50. Which MNC last week announced the merger of its food business with McCormick & Company to create a $20 billion revenue?

51. Which IT major has appointed Aparajita Puri as Managing Director for India and South Asia?

52. Which business personality has bought Raja Ravi Varma’s painting ‘Yashoda and Krishna’ for Rs 167.2 crore after an intense bidding war at a Saffronart sale?

53. Which Pune-based engineering firm last week appointed Aman Rahul Kirloskar as Managing Director for a five-year term effective April 1, 2026?

54. Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) last week said it handled which milestone mark of cargo in fiscal year 2026?

55. Which condom brand has launched the campaign “Unwrap the Fun” featuring reality TV personality Baseer Bob?

56. Which compact SUV brand has launched the campaign ‘Drive to Shine’ featuring actor Pankaj Tripathi?

57. Which footwear brand has launched the film 'No Shortcuts, Only Grit' featuring actor Ayushmann Khurrana?

58. Which Ayurveda brand has introduced the Sandanya collection, a new skincare line, with actress Mahieka Sharma as the face of the campaign?

59. Which quick commerce platform specialising in baby and kids' products has appointed actress Parineeti Chopra as its brand ambassador?

60. Which telecom operator last week said it has reached the milestone of 650 million customers, citing GSMA Intelligence data, making it the second largest globally according to customer base?

61. Which business group has agreed to acquire Prudential Financial’s entire stake in PGIM India Asset Management?

62. Which Mumbai-based spirits maker has appointed Amar Sinha its managing director (MD)-designate effective April 2?

63. Nandita Sinha is stepping down as the CEO of which fashion etailer?

64. Which company has appointed cricketer Rohit Sharma and his wife Ritika Sajdeh as brand ambassadors as it looks to strengthen its visibility across key real estate markets in North India?

65. Which company has approved the acquisition of the remaining 73.5% stake in Axiom Ayurveda Private Limited for up to Rs 200 crore?

66. Which company has launched “MINAR Fortified Protein Plus MultiGrain Atta”, marking its expansion into the health and lifestyle foods category?

67. Which brand has opened its first franchise boutique in India in Noida, in partnership with Kapoor Watch Company and DLF Retail?

68. LG Electronics India has crossed which milestone sales mark for air conditioners in the first quarter of 2026?

69. Which streaming platform has made an entry into India’s fast-growing micro show category with the launch of Tadka?

70. According to a report last week, which brand is India’s best-selling passenger vehicle for the 2025-26 fiscal year (FY26)?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1149 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time. 

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Biz Quizzard 1148

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period March 23 - 28. Hope you enjoy it.


1. India's two-wheeler market, including both internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric models, crossed which milestone mark in registrations in a financial year for the first time in FY26?

2. Which solar company has announced the appointment of Sameer Nagpal as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately?

3. Which musical instruments and professional audio equipment company has announced music icon AR Rahman as its brand ambassador?

4. Which electric scooter brand has launched the campaign ‘Behind Every Journey Is a Family’?

5. Which mattress brand has launched the campaign "India Vs Peaceful Sleep", featuring cricketer MS Dhoni as brand ambassador?

6. Which organic food brand has unveiled its ‘Shuddhasana’ campaign, featuring brand ambassador and actress Kareena Kapoor Khan?

7. Which beverage major marked World Water Day with the Jal Jeevan Melas campaign?

8. Which lifestyle brand has launched its Spring Summer 2026 campaign, Hello Spring, fronted by actress Shanaya Kapoor?

9. Which metals and mining conglomerate has launched its ad film ‘Kyunki aasmaan ko chhoone waley raastey, zameen se shuru hotey hain’ across cinemas in key markets?

10. A consortium comprising Aditya Birla Group, The Times of India Group, Bolt Ventures, and a Blackstone fund has acquired which IPL team for $1.78 billion?

11. Which pharma company has appointed actors Anushka Sen and Taaruk Raina as brand ambassadors for its anti-acne range, Alite?

12. Which steel brand has launched the campaign ‘Ghar Ki Asli Shakti’, featuring former cricketer Sourav Ganguly, focusing on the role of TMT rebars in construction?

13. Which brand has partnered with Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products to launch a limited-edition FRIENDS-inspired makeup range under its CRAZE collection?

14. Which wires and cables company has unveiled the campaign ‘Mrs. Perfect ki No.1 Hawa’ for its fans category?

15. Which smartphone brand has launched a campaign featuring cricketer Shubman Gill, with voiceover by actor Boman Irani?

16. Which online travel platform has unveiled a new campaign, inspired by the childhood game ‘Chidhiya Udd’, for the fourth edition of its '#NationOnVacation' (NoVac) summer sale?

17. Which skincare brand has launched a digital film featuring comedians Samay Raina and Bharti Singh?

18. Which real estate company has unveiled a new campaign ‘This is it’ to promote its Starwood Towers 3.0 project in Medavakkam, Chennai?

19. Which sauces, pickles, and other food products brand has unveiled a new film, featuring actress Kareena Kapoor, as part of its ‘Foodies Ka Choice’ campaign?

20. US-based entrepreneur Kal Somani, supported by Rob Walton of Walmart and the Hamp family of Ford Motor, have bought which IPL team at a $1.6 billion valuation?

21. Which company has launched GLIPIQ (semaglutide) in India for the management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM), focusing on affordability and access to GLP-1 therapy?

22. Which streaming service last week announced the launch of Fatafat, a new micro-drama destination designed for mobile-first audiences?

23. Robin Liu has resigned as the India CEO of which smartphone brand?

24. Which MNC bank has appointed Rahul Badhwar as its senior country officer for India, effective July 2026?

25. Which Ireland-headquartered hospitality chain last week announced its entry into the Indian market, targeting 1,000 keys as part of its global expansion plans?

26. Which brand, in collaboration with whisky community platform The Dram Club, last week unveiled Rudhira, claimed to be India’s first single malt whisky matured in Pineau des Charentes casks?

27. Which industry body has appointed Puneet Gupt, Chief Operating Officer of Times Internet, as its Chairperson?

28. Which hospitality brand has released a campaign film featuring celebrity couple Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna?

29. Which brand has introduced Sweet Treat, its newest Dewy Lip Treatment, through a campaign featuring actress Banita Sandhu and founder Diipa Büller-Khosla?

30. Who will retire as chairman of Airtel Africa in July after the conclusion of this year’s annual general meeting (AGM)?

31. Which beverage brand has rolled out a new global platform titled ‘It’s That Fresh’, marking a significant brand reset across 180 markets?

32. Which company has agreed to acquire the wine production facility and estate of Moët Hennessy India’s Chandon in Nashik?

33. Which MNC has hired former JioStar CEO Kiran Mani as managing director for Asia-Pacific, effective June 2026?

34. Which real estate developer last week announced it will name a stand at its upcoming cricket stadium in Dwarka after Harmanpreet Kaur, captain of the Indian Women’s Cricket Team?

35. Which beauty platform has introduced Q+A Skincare, a fast-growing UK-based brand known for its ingredient-first philosophy and refreshingly straightforward approach to skincare, in India?

36. Which watch brand has unveiled its newest Spring 2026 collection, “In Your Spring Dreams,” fronted by actors Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon?

37. Which Ayurvedic skincare brand has unveiled its latest year-long brand campaign “Take Your Time”?

38. Which apparel and footwear brand has launched the campaign ‘Ready is overrated’ featuring actor and campaign ambassador, Adarsh Gourav?

39. Which energy and infrastructure group has partnered with former cricketer Sourav Ganguly to champion its renewable energy initiatives?

40. Which IT firm will acquire US-based firms Optimum Healthcare IT and Stratus for around $560 million?

41. Dilip Oommen will retire as the CEO of which steel company at the end of June this year?

42. Which telecom gear company has appointed Samar Mittal as India country business leader and Vibha Mehra as India country manager, effective April 1?

43. Suraj Bahirwani will become CEO of which fashion retailer from October 1, 2026?

44. Which skincare brand has announced cricketer Tilak Varma as its newest brand ambassador, extending its ongoing “Play On Till The Sun’s Gone” campaign for the Glow Sunscreen?

45. Which automobile brand launched the campaign ‘Easy to Love’?

46. Which brand has launched Supernova Rise 3 Adaptive, what it describes as its "first running shoe specifically designed for people with disabilities”?

47. Which Ayurvedistry beauty brand has unveiled a documentary film to mark the debut of the brand's inaugural fragrance collection, Surya & Chandra?

48. Which jewellery brand has roped in actress Yami Gautam Dhar as its first-ever brand ambassador?

49. Which snack brand has launched its first above-the-line (ATL) campaign in India with a new digital film highlighting its positioning 'Once You Pop The Fun Don't Stop.'?

50. Global infrastructure investor Macquarie Asset Management (MAM) will sell its Toll-Operate-Transfer (ToT) 1 road assets in India to which French company?

51. Which company last week said it will use French firm Dassault SystAmes' platform as its core digital backbone for the upcoming New Energy Vehicles (NEVs) as part of a collaboration?

52. Zydus Wellness has announced the appointment of actor Milind Soman as the brand ambassador for which performance hydration brand?

53. Which Indian company has entered into a strategic alliance with NASDAQ-listed ParaZero Technologies to offer ‘DefendAir’, a hard-kill counter-drone system?

54. Which company behind India's leading open mobility platforms has announced the acquisition of Netherlands-based mobility firm Automicle Holding BV?

55. Which paint brand has appointed actor Akshay Kumar as its brand ambassador?

56. Which jeweler has announced actor Ayushmann Khurrana as its national brand ambassador?

57. Which activewear brand has unveiled a new brand film centered on the idea of ‘Real Movement’, timed for the ongoing Indian Premier League season?

58. Which biopharmaceutical company has appointed Shreehas Tambe as its Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, effective April 1, 2026?

59. Which company last week informed the Delhi High Court that it intends to rebrand its diabetes medication, proposing to replace the mark Olymviq with Olymra?

60. Which MNC bank from the Middle East is closing its two branches in India after operating in the country for over a decade?

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Biz Quizzard 1147

 

Biz Quizzard has completed 22 years, without missing a single week in between, and this edition marks the beginning of the 23rd year. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey.

Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period March 16 - 21. Hope you enjoy it.


1. Which edtech firm has signed a term sheet to acquire rival Unacademy in an all-stock transaction?

2. Chip veteran KC Ang has resigned from his role as president and head of which semiconductor company?

3. Which automobile MNC hosted its first national premiere in India, presenting the 849 Testarossa at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai’s BKC?

4. According to a report last week, Chennai is expected to cross which milestone mark (in sq ft) in office stock by December-end?

5. Which Florida-based hospitality giant last week announced it has terminated franchise agreements with JSM Corporation and related entities, resulting in the closure of outlets in 10 locations?

6. Guruprasad Srinivasan has resigned as the executive director and group CEO of which business services provider with effect from May 31?

7. Which company has entered into a binding long-term supply and purchase agreement with Samsung C&T Corporation, South Korea, for the supply of Green Ammonia over a 15-year period?

8. Which proptech platform has partnered with National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO) for research and broadcast across India’s real estate ecosystem?

9. Which IT firm last week announced its AI-powered digital twin platform for lung navigation, surgical planning, and respiratory diagnostics?

10. NMDC’s iron ore production has touched which milestone mark in FY26?

11. Which global apparel retailer last week announced that it has roped in cricketer Jasprit Bumrah as its brand endorser in India?

12. Which payments app has roped in cricketer MS Dhoni as brand ambassador?

13. Which Bengaluru-based real estate developer has announced actor Ranbir Kapoor as its brand ambassador alongside the unveiling of its refreshed brand identity?

14. Which lighting brand has launched the “Lights Change, Toh Vibe Change” campaign featuring actor Ranbir Kapoor?

15. Which waterproofing solution brand has launched a campaign featuring actors Ranbir Kapoor and Saurabh Shukla?

16. Which e-pharmacy platform has launched a campaign featuring actor Paresh Rawal to highlight awareness around substitute medicines?

17. Which pet food brand has launched a campaign featuring actress Huma Qureshi?

18. Which beauty brand has rolled out a new campaign ‘Nani Ka Secret’, featuring brand ambassador and actress Rashmika Mandanna?

19. Which sleep solutions brand unveiled the digital campaign ‘Dhamki Squad’ around World Sleep Day?

20. Which retailer has appointed Kalpana Unadkat, an independent director on its board, as chairperson of the company with effect from 1 April 2026?

21. Which pharma company will acquire and in-license a portfolio of branded generic products across sub-Saharan Africa from Swiss drugmaker Sandoz for an initial consideration of $12 million?

22. Which banking technology company has appointed former State Bank of India deputy managing director Nitin Chugh as group CEO and managing director?

23. Which London-headquartered hedge fund has appointed Maneesh Menon as its India director?

24. Which basmati rice brand has launched a campaign to promote its Classic Biryani Masala?

25. Which cloud kitchen biryani brand announced that cricketer MS Dhoni has officially expanded his role from strategic investor to official brand ambassador?

26. Which smartphone brand has entered into a brand partnership with cricketer Ishan Kishan?

27. Which skincare brand has announced Gen Z influencer Apoorva Mukhija, best known as Rebel Kid, as the brand ambassador for its sunscreen category?

28. Which menstrual hygiene brand has launched a digital campaign for its Secure Nights range?

29. Which innerwear brand has unveiled its Micro Modal fabric campaign, featuring brand ambassador and actor Varun Dhawan, with the positioning 'Pehenne mein mazza aayega’?

30. Which company has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the intellectual property and brand rights of Morphy Richards in India and select South Asian markets for Rs 141.4 crore?

31. Which Finnish health-tech company has entered India with the launch of its smart ring?

32. Renault India last week relaunched which brand in India, with turbo petrol prices starting at Rs 10.49 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi)?

33. Which fashion platform has launched the campaign ‘Fashion As YOU Like It’, featuring actress Kiara Advani?

34. Which diagnostics chain has launched the campaign ‘#FaceItToday’, featuring actresses Malaika Arora, and Ishita Dutta?

35. Which jobs and talent platform has launched the film ‘Boss Aaj Kal’, featuring cricketer Jasprit Bumrah?

36. Which mosquito repellent brand has launched the film ‘Macchar Hai, Mehman Nahi’?

37. Which brand has appointed actress Malavika Mohanan as brand ambassador for its Marine Collagen and Skin Fuel Glutathione portfolio, for a campaign centred on ingestible skincare?

38. Which fabric enhancer brand from Marico has launched an ad in Malayalam with the positioning 'Super Strong Stiffness, All Day Long'?

39. Which jewellery brand has released a Gudi Padwa campaign film featuring actress Pooja Sawant?

40. Which company will acquire a 50% controlling stake in Spain-based gaming studio Bluetile Games and its in-house engagement platform BestPlay Systems for $100.3 million (about Rs 918 crore)?

41. Atanu Chakraborty has resigned as the chairman of which bank with immediate effect?

42. Which cement company will acquire a 26.18% stake in Sunsure Solarpark Seven, a renewable energy generation and transmission company, for up to Rs 19.2 crore?

43. Which French electronics brand last week forayed into the home refrigerator segment in India?

44. Which Artificial intelligence and analytics firm has acquired UK-based data and AI company Datavid for an undisclosed sum?

45. The board of directors of Bosch has approved a 50:50 joint venture with which company to manufacture electric vehicle components?

46. Private equity (PE) firm KKR will invest up to $310 million in which Delhi-based electric commercial vehicles manufacturer and its electric bus operating platform Allfleet?

47. Which realty major has tied up with the Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) to launch a Taj-branded hotel and residences in Noida for an investment of Rs 1,000 crore?

48. Which retailer has released an Eid campaign film centred on the idea of ‘Barkat’, a term commonly associated with abundance and well-being in households?

49. Which footwear brand has announced cricketer KL Rahul as a brand ambassador, coinciding with the launch of its ‘Play Hard, Rest Easy’ campaign?

50. Which company’s South African arm, Bevco, is set to acquire Crickley Dairy Proprietary for over 131 crore rupees?

51. Which children’s art supplies maker has partnered stationery major Luxor Writing Instruments to invest around Rs 400 crore in India over the next five years?

52. Which alcoholic beverages company has appointed Ronak Jain, an industry veteran, as Managing Director, effective March 19, 2026?

53. Which automobile brand has launched the campaign ‘Respect the young’?

54. Which pet nutrition brand released a new brand film under the theme “Unique Needs | Precise Nutrition”?

55. Which fragrance and devotional products brand has launched the campaign ‘Sab Shubh Hoga’, featuring cricketer MS Dhoni?

56. Which tiles and bathware brand has launched the campaign ‘Log Toh Poochenge Hi’, featuring actors Rashmika Mandanna and Ranveer Singh?

57. Which perfume company has appointed actor Ranveer Singh as its brand ambassador for the "Your Unseen Power" campaign?

58. Which MNC has partnered with EBG Group to launch a premium range of coffee machines and small kitchen appliances in India?

59. Which company last week said it will demerge its resorts and resort management business into Sterling Holiday Resorts Limited (SHRL)?

60. Which steel company last week opened its first ever scrap-based electric arc furnace (EAF), built at a cost of Rs 3,200 crore, to help drastically slash emissions?

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Biz Quizzard 1146

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period March 09 - 14. Hope you enjoy it.


1. Ride-hailing firm Uber has entered into intercity bus ticketing on its app in partnership with which ticket booking platform?

2. Which Hyderabad-based company has entered Karnataka with the opening of two super-speciality hospitals in Bengaluru in Mahadevapura and Electronic City?

3. Which packaged goods company launched the ‘#TheNoRepeatCampaign’ for Women’s Day?

4. Which real estate company has launched the film ‘Your Dream Home Begins with the Right Place’, featuring cricketer MS Dhoni, in Tamil?

5. Which kitchenware brand has launched the ‘Everyday Cast Iron’ campaign?

6. To mark International Women’s Day, which mutual fund launched its latest investor education campaign “Invest Like A Woman”?

7. Which footwear brand launched the campaign 'You Go Girl', featuring actress Zeenat Aman, for Women’s Day?

8. Which general insurance brand marked Women’s Day with the ‘#ForwardTogether’ campaign?

9. Which QSR chain has launched a campaign featuring actress Sara Arjun for its Buddy Meal?

10. Which company last week announced the acquisition of direct-to-consumer beauty and wellness brand Pahadi Local along with its business from Pahadi Goodness?

11. Himanshu Ratnoo has resigned as India CEO of which company’s used-cars sales business?

12. Which watch brand has launched the campaign ‘Busy Woman’?

13. Which basmati rice brand launched the campaign ‘#NotYourBiryani’ on International Women’s Day?

14. Which furniture brand has unveiled its new campaign, with the positioning ‘Designed to be desired’?

15. Which fashion brand has launched the digital campaign ‘Cultural Blue Movement’ featuring celebrities Sara Tendulkar, singer Jonita Gandhi, and creator Kritika Khurana?

16. Which general insurance brand has released the latest edition of its ‘Drive Like A Lady’ campaign around Women’s Day?

17. Which diagnostics chain has released a television commercial featuring brand ambassador and actor Anil Kapoor?

18. Which aluminium composite panel (ACP) manufacturer has released the latest film in its ongoing ‘Test-Nahi-Toh-Trust Nahi’ campaign?

19. Which global energy technology leader has launched the second phase of the Green Yodha initiative with the ‘One Unit Mission’?

20. Pieter Elbers has stepped down as the CEO of which airline with immediate effect?

21. The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has granted Certificates of Registration to a reinsurer and a general insurer. Name both the companies?

22. Which financial services company unveiled its new campaign, ‘Do Se Teen’, ahead of International Women’s Day?

23. Which MNC has partnered with Indian cricketer Abhishek Sharma as part of its efforts to promote natural diamonds in India?

24. Which UAE-based fashion and retail group has expanded its portfolio in India with the addition of Nike Littles and Jordan?

25. Which apparel brand has launched its Spring Summer 2026 campaign ‘The Art of Choosing Well’, featuring actor Arjun Rampal?

26. Which clean skincare brand, founded by Prabal Bhatia, has entered the Indian market with a portfolio of vegan and cruelty-free skincare products?

27. Which logistics company recently launched “We Got This,” a brand film that challenges long-standing perceptions of logistics as a male-dominated industry?

28. Which dermatological skincare brand has launched the “Choose what’s clinically proven. Not what’s viral.” campaign featuring actress Sonakshi Sinha and dermatologist Dr. Shivangi Rana?

29. Which watch retailer has appointed actor Ayushmann Khurrana as its brand ambassador and opened a flagship store in Connaught Place?

30. Which Bengaluru-headquartered fertility services chain has acquired a majority stake in CRAFT Hospitals, one of Kerala’s leading fertility centres?

31. Which electronics contract manufacturer has got approval from the Ministry of Electronics and IT (Meity) under the Press Note 3 to form a joint venture with Chinese firm HKC Overseas?

32. Which manufacturing startup has acquired Micron EMS Tech Pvt Ltd as it looks to evolve from a manufacturing aggregation platform into a full-stack electronics manufacturing partner?

33. Which company announced the launch of its drug eluting stent, XIENCE Skypoint, in the country?

34. Which music company has announced that its chief executive, Hari Nair will step down effective 30 April 2026?

35. Which metal company, through its CSR (corporate social responsibility) initiative, has launched Vedamrit Jibika Farmer Producer Company in eastern India?

36. Cricketers Suryakumar Yadav and Tilak Varma have invested in which solar company?

37. Which company has announced the launch of Felix Gravy Lover and Pro Plan Cat in India, strengthening its presence in the rapidly growing cat food segment?

38. Which company has expanded its ‘Healthy & Tasty’ portfolio with the introduction of ‘Healthy & Tasty, FOR CHEF’ range for the HoReCa and B2B foodservice segment?

39. Which celebrity couple have introduced three international franchise brands, easyGym, 5àsec, and Blenz Coffee, to the Indian market?

40. The USA government last week announced the opening of the first new oil refinery in the United States in 50 years, backed by an investment from which Indian company?

41. Which beer brand has acquired Agnetta International, a premium wines and spirits company, for Rs 3.5 crore?

42. The board of which general insurance company has approved the elevation of Parthanil Ghosh as managing director and chief executive officer with effect from April 16. 2026?

43. Which hospitality major has appointed Vikas Chawla president for India and Southwest Asia region, effective from April 1?

44. Which online trading and investing app has launched the ad ‘American Paglus’?

45. Which healthcare company has launched a campaign focusing on senior citizens, featuring cricketer MS Dhoni?

46. Which lender has unveiled the digital film “Pragati Ki Misaal,” highlighting how access to the right credit at the right time can help small businesses unlock growth to scale their ambitions?

47. As part of this year’s International Women’s Day theme ‘#GiveToGain’, which cancer care network launched its nationwide awareness campaign ‘#MirrorsDontLie’?

48. Marking its strategic entry into the Indian On-Highway tyre market, which brand has unveiled its new brand campaign, ‘Elevate Your Drive’, featuring actor Ranveer Singh?

49. Which plumbing and water management solutions provider has released the film ‘An Ode to Plumbers: The People That Keep Life Flowing’?

50. Which company has entered into partnership with CMR Green Technologies, a non-ferrous metal recycling firm, for setting up of a manufacturing facility at zinc park in Rajasthan?

51. Which celebrity has launched ‘Maejoy’, a lifestyle accessories brand co-created in collaboration with Exceed Entertainment and Myntra Jabong India Private Limited (MJIPL)?

52. Rohan Pewekar has stepped down as managing director, Indian Subcontinent, of which QSR chain?

53. Which cooling solutions company has launched a new consumer appliances brand, AGREYAS, and has named actor Emraan Hashmi as brand ambassador?

54. Which beverage brand has introduced Nutri+, a nutrition-fortified powder drink concentrate, as part of its summer campaign for 2026, featuring actress Rakul Preet Singh?

55. Which beauty brand has unveiled a new campaign ‘I Earned It’, featuring actress Aneet Padda, to promote its latest product line, the 9to5 Hya Beach Edit?

56. Which mattress brand marked World Sleep Day with the release of a digital campaign film ‘Better Moments Begin Here’, and a mattress donation initiative in Hyderabad?

57. Which fashion brand has brought its 2026 global campaign, ‘Behind Every Original,’ to India, featuring global brand ambassador and actress Alia Bhatt?

58. Which home appliance brand has launched a new air cooler video campaign featuring actor couple Rajkummar Rao and Patralekha Paul?

59. Which wearable brand and jewellery brand GIVA have come together to celebrate women’s individuality with ‘Wear Your Charm’ campaign for the smartwatch Chrome Ivory?

60. Which design software maker said longtime CEO Shantanu Narayen will leave his ⁠role once a successor is appointed?

61. Which company has expanded its electric vehicle portfolio with the launch of electric scooter TVS Orbiter V1 equipped with a 1.8 kWh battery?

62. Which company has acquired automotive utility app Vehicle Info as part of its strategy to build what it describes as India's first full-stack vehicle ownership platform?

63. Paints and coatings maker AkzoNobel India has received approval from the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) to change its name. What is the new name?

64. Which beverage brand has partnered with actors Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda as part of a new campaign in India?

65. Which cricket equipment brand has appointed cricketer Arshdeep Singh as brand ambassador for its cricket ball category?

66. Which new men’s grooming brand has entered India’s fast-growing male personal care market with partnerships with Mumbai Indians and Royal Challengers Bengaluru?

67. Which home salon and wellness platform has unveiled a new digital campaign film featuring actor Rajpal Yadav and influencer Tanya Mittal?

68. Which brand has launched the digital campaign ‘Pixel Deficiency’ to draw attention to its monitor portfolio in India?

69. Which watch company last week announced a partnership with German watchmaker Alexander Shorokhoff to bring its watches to India?

70. Netflix has launched a new visual effects and virtual production facility under Eyeline Studios in India. Which location?

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Biz Quizzard 1145

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period March 02 - 07. Hope you enjoy it.


1. Which company recently launched a new IA91 grade aluminium alloy ingot, a high-performance solution for advanced casting applications in various industries?

2. Which company has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in Netherlands-based VievePharm, a specialist in natural animal nutrition, for an undisclosed amount?

3. Deepak Gupta, a seasoned energy sector executive, has assumed charge as chairman and managing director of which PSU?

4. Which real estate developer has roped in actor Kartik Aaryan as brand ambassador for its Nagpur Marina project?

5. Which singer / rapper and VRB Consumer Products have launched Zyro India, a zero sugar and zero calorie beverage brand, along with its first digital campaign titled ‘Nothing Unnecessary’?

6. Which hair colour brand has unveiled 'Glow From Within', a campaign film celebrating the Illumina Color City Collection: Mumbai Edition?

7. Which company has announced the next phase of its obesity awareness initiative, featuring Boman Irani and Kayoze Irani; Ratna Pathak and Supriya Pathak; and Varalaxmi Sarathkumar?

8. Which celebration wear brand has onboarded celebrity couple and actors Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda as brand ambassadors for its latest campaign, ‘Made for Each Other’?

9. On the occasion of World Protein Day, which sports nutrition brand unveiled Project Protein Thali 2026, the next phase of its consumer awareness campaign?

10. London-based Global Systems for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) last week conferred the ‘Lifetime Achievement’ award on which Indian business personality?

11. Which company is acquiring a minority stake in direct-to-consumer skincare company RAS Beauty for Rs 60 crore?

12. Aloke Singh will step down as the managing director of which low-cost airline in March?

13. Which company has introduced the all-new V-Class, it’s luxury van at an introductory price of Rs 1.4 crore ex-showroom all India?

14. Which skincare brand has appointed former tennis player Sania Mirza as brand ambassador for its suncare category?

15. Which general insurance company has announced actor Pankaj Tripathi as its brand ambassador and unveiled an integrated brand campaign ‘Chuniye Bharosa, Apno Sa’?

16. Which water pump brand unveiled the digital film ‘Bina Ruke, Jyaada Chale’ for Holi?

17. Which ice cream brand has launched its 2026 summer campaign with a television commercial ‘Goodness Every Day’?

18. Which paint company has introduced a campaign to promote its exterior protection products, Hero Weather Guard 12, and Zero Damp Advance?

19. Which hair oil brand has launched the campaign “Na na wali nahi, Nariyal wali Holi.”?

20. Which company’s Japan-based joint venture with Mitsubishi Agricultural Machinery has decided to exit the agricultural machinery business by the first half of fiscal year 2027?

21. Which company has signed a share subscription cum shareholders’ agreement to acquire a minority stake in Hyderabad-based Huwel Lifesciences?

22. Which company, along with its partner Breckenridge Pharmaceutical Inc, has launched Pomalidomide Capsules, a generic version of Celgene’s Pomalyst in the U.S. market?

23. Which company’s wholly-owned subsidiary Eugia Pharma Specialities last week launched Pomalidomide Capsules in the United States?

24. Which streetwear brand has launched a campaign featuring Namita Thapar, executive director at Emcure Pharmaceuticals and an investor on Shark Tank India?

25. Which footwear brand has launched HotShots, a lifestyle sneaker crafted for a generation that refuses to stand still, through a campaign featuring actors Kartik Aaryan and Ananya Panday?

26. Which fashion brand has unveiled its latest campaign, ‘Dear Summer: A Curation of Memories’, alongside a new collection influenced by iconic music decades and childhood nostalgia?

27. Which brand has launched its Spring 2026 womenswear campaign, featuring actress Palak Tiwari?

28. Which electric two-wheeler solutions provider launched its Holi campaign ‘Apni Ride, Apna Rang’?

29. Which food delivery platform has announced its official launch in Bengaluru through the ‘‘Food Promise’ campaign?

30. The cumulative gross revenue of telecom service providers crossed which milestone mark in the December 2025 quarter, according to a Trai report?

31. Which company last week rolled out Powertrac Shaurya, a tractor developed for the paddy-growing regions?

32. Theatre and film personality Vijay Crishna passed away last week. He was the former executive director of which company?

33. Which Kerala-based real estate company has announced the appointment of actor Nivin Pauly as its brand ambassador?

34. Which social media company has launched a film in Tamil, featuring actor Vijay Sethupathi?

35. Parle Products has launched the campaign ‘Taste Itna Great, Mooh Se Na Hoga Wait!’ for a confectionery product that combines two flavours in a single candy. What has it been branded as?

36. Which innerwear brand has launched the digital campaign ‘Shaq Tank’, featuring comedian, actress and writer Mallika Dua?

37. Which lighting brand has roped in former cricketer Dinesh Karthik for the new phase of ‘Every Space Bright & Right’ campaign?

38. Which company has launched the campaign ‘Welcome to the Celebrity Life’, featuring celebrity Gauri Khan, for its residential project Whispers of Sky in Chennai?

39. Which real estate company has launched a teaser campaign for its child-focused residential development in Yelahanka, Bengaluru?

40. Which online travel platform has agreed to buy a majority stake in Gujarat-based tour operator Flamingo Transworld?

41. Which business personality has announced the launch of a new venture, Offbeat Studios, days after stepping away from an operational role at the consumer electronics brand he co-founded?

42. Australia-based QBE Insurance group is set to acquire the remaining 51% stake in which joint venture from its Indian partner Prism Johnson for Rs 324 crore, subject to regulatory approvals?

43. Which manufacturer of gearboxes and other components for wind turbines has installed what it claims as India’s highest capacity wind gearbox test rig near Chennai?

44. IBM has launched its first Infrastructure Innovation Center in India, the Sangam Infrastructure Innovation Center. Which city?

45. Which general insurance company has launched the ‘Happy Women’s Pay’ campaign around the theme of equal pay?

46. Which QSR chain has unveiled the campaign ‘Turn Up The Heat: Hot & Spicy Schezwan Fries Are Here!’ for a new fries range across its outlets, marking its entry into the French fries category?

47. Which paint brand has unveiled the film ‘Dil Aise Eid Manaye’?

48. Which pregnancy detection brand has launched the digital film ‘#SheCanCarryBoth’ ahead of International Women’s Day to spotlight postpartum depression?

49. Which bank has raised Rs 10,000 crore through Series I long-term green infrastructure bonds, becoming the first bank in India to issue domestic green bonds?

50. Which MNC will acquire the remaining 51% stake in Forest Essentials, taking full control of the Indian Ayurvedic skincare brand?

51. Which iconic gripe water brand has launched a Tummy Roll-On to build a broader tummy care platform?

52. V R Muthu, chairman of VVV & Sons Edible Oils, passed away in Chennai at the age of 72. He was instrumental in popularizing which oil brand?

53. Which life insurance brand has announced the launch of HER Insurance, a customer-centric category built using research and insights into women’s real needs?

54. Which fashion brand released the digital film ‘Ek Aasmaan’, which explores the perception of professional excellence through everyday vocabulary?

55. Which financial services company launched ‘#HerVerse’, a campaign that utilises spoken word poetry to document the workplace experiences of its female employees?

56. Which small finance bank unveiled “Bharat ki Naari”, an AI music video celebrating the grit, grace, and ambition of India’s working women?

57. Jayant Dua will take over as managing director of which cement company with effect from January 1, 2027, for a period of four years?

58. Which digital payments platform has launched a campaign built around the line 'Meri Team Hai Na' for its mutual funds offering?

59. Which company has signed a memorandum of understanding with Finnish food multinational Fazer Group to explore the possibility of introducing the latter’s premium brand of chocolates in India?

60. Which state will roll out a new alcohol-in-beverage (AIB)-based excise duty system from April, becoming the first state in the country to link liquor taxation directly to alcohol content?

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Biz Quizzard 1144

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period February 23 - 28. Hope you enjoy it.


1. Austrian lifting solutions major Palfinger has entered into a strategic partnership with which company to strengthen its India presence, and set up a manufacturing facility in Pune?

2. Which proposed life insurance joint venture has announced the appointment of Suresh Agarwal as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer designate?

3. Which retailer has launched its Spring 2026 campaign, ‘The Song of Spring’, highlighting a new Chikankari collection across menswear, womenswear, and kidswear?

4. Which brand has introduced the Bathroom Ultra Cleaner and roped in director Rohit Shetty as brand ambassador?

5. Which energy drink brand has unveiled the latest phase of its sonic branding, "Sound of Six", with the campaign featuring former cricketers Yuvraj Singh and Ravi Shastri?

6. Which on-demand housekeeping service has launched the campaign 'Emotional Attyachar'?

7. Which fashion platform is celebrating its 19th anniversary with a campaign featuring celebrities Chunky Pandey, Nora Fatehi, Farhan Akhtar, and Anu Malik?

8. Which skincare brand has released the campaign ‘Har Din Ke Liye, Har Skin Ke Liye’ for its Shadow SPF 50+ sunscreen?

9. Which brand has launched a film featuring actor Gulshan Grover for its 100% Natural Lip Balm?

10. Which business group into pharma and energy has formally entered the healthcare services space with the launch of its diagnostics venture?

11. Radisson Hotel Group (RHG) and which company have announced a ‘long-term strategic partnership’ to expand Radisson Collection and Radisson RED hotels across India?

12. Which digital lending platform has unveiled the campaign ‘Apka Superdost’ featuring actress Kashish Rizwan?

13. Which financial services company has introduced ‘Shri Aarambh Loans’, a commercial vehicle-focused proposition supported by a new integrated campaign?

14. Which digital payments platform has launched the campaign ‘Cashback Ho Toh Aisa’?

15. Which pet food brand has launched a campaign for its dry food with POCKETS™ that caters to cats' natural inclination for sensory food?

16. Which sweets and snacks brand has launched the ‘Holi Ke Rang, Gujiya Aur Thandai Ke Sang’ campaign?

17. Which engineered quartz surfaces brand has launched its latest ad campaign “The Drop Test”, featuring actors Aamir Bashir and Samvedna Suwalka?

18. Which brand has released a digital film 'No More ‘Expert’ Neighbour Advice', featuring actor Deven Bhojani, for its air conditioners?

19. Which air conditioners brand introduces its Summer 2026 portfolio with a campaign featuring mother-son and actors duo Ranbir and Neetu Kapoor?

20. Which Bengaluru-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) company is acquiring US payments firm Mastercard’s loyalty programme management business SessionM for $20 million?

21. Which company, founded by Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal and its former COO Surobhi Das, has acquired Sharang Shakti, an early-stage defence robotics startup based in Gurugram?

22. Which Ahmedabad-based company last week said it has entered the race to commercialise semaglutide in India through a strategic partnership with Natco Pharma?

23. Which renewable energy company has appointed Ajay Kapur as its group chief executive officer?

24. Which fashion brand’s founder Prabhkiran Singh has stepped down as its CEO?

25. Chalet Hotels will launch its first Ritz Carlton hotel in India. Which city?

26. Which Gujarat-based industrial park developer has launched the campaign ‘Business Ka Badshah’, featuring actor Pratik Gandhi?

27. Which bank has launched the campaign “MotherTonguelish”?

28. Which steel brand has unveiled the film ‘Band Baaja Bitiya’, featuring actor Gajraj Rao?

29. Which consumer products brand has launched a campaign featuring actress Zeenat Aman to spotlight senior gut health?

30. Which digital payments processor is set to acquire the India business of French payments giant Worldline for an estimated value of $70 million?

31. Which edtech company has acquired a 90% stake in internship and job-search platform Internshala in a stock deal?

32. Which business personality has been awarded the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year Award 2025?

33. Which company’s Gujarat in-plant railway siding has been registered as the World’s First Modal Shift Transportation Project to generate carbon credits?

34. Which sports nutrition brand has announced its collaboration with actor, performer, and fitness enthusiast Nataša Stanković?

35. Which German home furnishing brand has entered India’s premium sleep market with the launch of sub-brand ‘Sleep’ and the opening of two exclusive experience stores in Bengaluru?

36. Which company has introduced a new fine jewellery collection titled ZOUL, positioned as a contemporary daily-wear line?

37. Which textile and apparel brand has unveiled its latest film ‘Homecoming’, revisiting modern fatherhood?

38. Which ‘only-sarees’ brand has unveiled its latest campaign, ‘Weddings of India’?

39. Which skincare brand has onboarded actress Sonali Bendre as the face of its latest campaign ‘Eternal Glow’?

40. Which company will deploy 40 green hydrogen-powered heavy-duty trucks at Tuticorin's VO Chidambaranar Port under an initial pact with the VOCPA?

41. Which pharma MNC has named Brecht Vanneste as managing director of India unit, effective March 1?

42. Which company has appointed actress Bhagyashree as brand ambassador for its newly launched Kiozy+ air purifier collection?

43. Which advertising and marketing body has unveiled a refreshed brand identity, positioning itself as 'The Beacon' for the industry?

44. Which brand has announced actress Karishma Tanna as the face of its NovAge+ advanced skincare range and Supreme Tribute Ezzénza fragrance?

45. Which consumer finance company has unveiled a brand anthem film ‘Chal Pado, Aage Badho’ featuring its employees?

46. Which consumer finance company has unveiled its new brand campaign ‘#KahoEMIKoHaan’ for Holi?

47. Which biscuit brand has launched the Cheeze Dipped Crunchy Layered Sandwich through the ‘Crunchy Bhi Melty Bhi’ campaign featuring cricketers Rishabh Pant and Jemimah Rodrigues?

48. Which audio solutions brand has unveiled a new digital campaign ‘Fighting For The Right Voices’, featuring New Zealand cricketers Daryl Mitchell and Glenn Phillips?

49. Which brand has unveiled a new television campaign announcing the launch of Eterno, an industry-first water storage tank with a 50-year warranty?

50. Which company said it has received final approval from the US health regulator for its abbreviated new drug application Lamotrigine orally disintegrating tablets in multiple strengths?

51. Which sports hydration brand has launched the campaign “Fuel Your Power”, featuring cricketer Shubman Gill and Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra?

52. Coca-Cola has launched which new beverage positioned in the energy and soda segment in India, supported by an anime-inspired film?

53. Which company has appointed actor Ranbir Kapoor as brand ambassador for its Saloni (Mustard Oil and Soya Chunks) and Stayfit (Refined Oil) brands?

54. Which tractor maker has launched its new Rotavator series in Telangana, which will be available under the heavy-duty rotavator category, Mahavator & Mahavator HD?

55. The government last week released the economy numbers for the December quarter under a revised GDP series. The base year has moved from which FY to which FY under the new series?

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Biz Quizzard 1143

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period February 16 - 21. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Which company has entered into a definitive agreement with L&T Power Development (L&TPDL) to acquire 100% of equity stake and convertible instruments in Nabha Power (NPL)?

2. India has added what record power generation capacity in the current financial year up to January 31, marking the highest ever annual capacity addition till date?

3. Which realty firm has acquired an 80% stake in Pune-based Solidrise Realty for Rs 294 crore, as part of its expansion plan?

4. Which rooftop solar brand has launched the campaign “Yeh On Toh Quality Lifelong”?

5. Which Muesli brand launched the campaign ‘#LoveInEveryCrunch’ for Valentine’s Day?

6. Which snack brand has introduced its refreshed global brand identity in India, marking what the company describes as the largest redesign in its history?

7. Which skincare brand for kids has unveiled the campaign 'Would You Let Your Child…?’, featuring director Farah Khan?

8. Which toothpaste brand has unveiled a new cricket-season campaign under its ‘Chabaatey Raho’ platform, bringing back the character Chaubey ji, portrayed by actor Manoj Pahwa?

9. Which stock broking firm has unveiled a new advertising campaign, ‘Seedhi Simple Investing’, timed with the ongoing T20 World Cup?

10. Which FMCG company has signed a definitive agreement to form a majority-owned joint venture with Nigerian conglomerate Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group?

11. Rajan Bajaj has been appointed as the new chief executive officer of which small finance bank?

12. Which supply chain firm announced its entry into the aerospace and defence supply chain space, in collaboration with Italian company ALA Group, with initial focus on the domestic market?

13. Which jeweller has launched a new brand DAIMANTE that combines artificial intelligence–assisted design with traditional craftsmanship?

14. Which brand has introduced a refreshed packaging design across its entire Gentle Baby Care Range, as part of sustainability effort?

15. Which Bengaluru-based movement-focused women’s wear brand has entered the menswear category with the launch of a new collection?

16. Which mutual fund has unveiled the campaign ‘Teen Tigda Kaam Tagda’ to promote its Multi Cap fund?

17. Which calcium brand has launched the campaign 'Roz ki thakaan ko bye bolo', reviving the television character Hansa, played by actress Supriya Pathak?

18. Which kitchen appliances brand has unveiled its Valentine’s Day campaign film featuring celebrity couple Chunky Panday and Bhavana Pandey?

19. Which telecom services company has unveiled ‘Together, limitless’, a new brand identity and global positioning, marking another defining moment in its 24-year journey?

20. Which FMCG company last week named Hershey executive Herjit Bhalla its next India chief executive, and elevated current country head Mohit Malhotra to global CEO?

21. Which QSR chain has launched a film featuring cricketers Shivam Dube, Varun Chakravarthy, and Harshit Rana to introduce Crafted Flatzz, a bold new take on pizza?

22. Which personal care brand has unveiled a campaign, featuring actress Taapsee Pannu, for the launch of ‘Derma Control’, a new underarm care range in India?

23. Which life insurance brand has unveiled its new brand positioning, ‘Always Ready for Life’, through a campaign featuring cricketer Smriti Mandhana?

24. Which footwear brand has launched a new campaign for its Echo range in India, featuring actor Siddhant Chaturvedi?

25. Which platform has appointed actor Ahaan Panday as its brand ambassador, making him the only male celebrity currently associated with a large-scale beauty platform?

26. Which company has announced cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal as the official brand ambassador for Real Cricket, one of India's longest-running mobile cricket gaming franchises?

27. Which auto-tech company has launched a campaign featuring its CEO Himanshu Ratnoo?

28. Which tile adhesive brand has launched its first-ever brand anthem, ‘Majboot Rishte, Majboot Bond.’?

29. Which used-car platform is marking its 10 years with the campaign ‘The Master’ featuring former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar?

30. Which company is set to establish India’s largest integrated battery gigafactory in Andhra Pradesh?

31. Which peer-to-peer (P2P) lending platform has launched a four-film digital campaign ‘Bring Swag to Your Portfolio’?

32. Which glucose brand has unveiled a campaign built around the theme 'Energy Ka Power Bank' for the launch of what it calls India’s first glucose lollipop, priced at Rs 5?

33. Which biscuit brand has launched a Marvel-Inspired range through a campaign featuring actors Varun Sharma and Kunaal Roy Kapur?

34. Which sauces and condiments brand has launched the ‘Foodies Ka Choice’ campaign featuring actress Kareena Kapoor?

35. Which company has announced the launch of its NOTE Edge smartphone, alongside a new digital campaign ‘World Take NOTE’ featuring cricketer Yashasvi Jaiswal?

36. Which laptop brand has launched the campaign ‘Many Me’s in Me’?

37. Which lighting brand has launched the ‘Every Space Bright & Right’ campaign?

38. Which beverage brand has launched the campaign ‘The Timeless Drink of India’?

39. Which biscuit brand has unveiled a campaign featuring actor Hrithik Roshan?

40. Which company has acquired the trademarks of specialty brands, Progynova and Cyclo-Progynova, and related assets, for India from UK-headquartered Mercury Pharma Group?

41. Which Chennai-based startup is building India’s first electric air taxi, the e200x, using advanced technology from Nvidia?

42. Which company has emerged as the successful bidder for Wind World India’s power generation as well as operations and maintenance (O&M) businesses under a NCLT-monitored bidding process?

43. Which tyre brand has launched its T20 World Cup campaign featuring film maker Zoya Akhtar?

44. Which toothpaste brand has launched the campaign ‘Smile Like a Star’ featuring actress Shruti Haasan?

45. Which toothpaste brand has appointed former cricketer Rahul Dravid as brand ambassador?

46. Which appliance brand has launched the campaign 'Engineered to Delight' to promote its Plug ’N’ Play chimney in India?

47. Which women’s ethnic wear brand has launched its Spring Summer ’26 collection under the ‘#HameshaTrending’ campaign, featuring actress Ananya Panday?

48. Coca-Cola India has reintroduced which brand with a film that reimagines an R.D. Burman track?

49. Which sports brand has appointed Olympic shooter Manu Bhaker as brand ambassador in India?

50. Which company has launched Anyra, the country's first indigenously developed biosimilar for the treatment of visual impairment?

51. Which crop protection company’s restructuring plan will consolidate its India and international crop protection businesses and create a pure-play, focused crop protection platform?

52. Which malt producer from France has announced a new project to build a malthouse in South Rajasthan, in partnership with United Breweries Limited (UBL)?

53. Which company has announced the introduction of Tayron R-Line, a luxury SUV at the introductory price of Rs 46.99 lakh (ex-showroom)?

54. Which company has launched the Linus range of sewage pumps in the Indian market?

55. Which MNC drug firm will sell its entire stake of nearly 71% in its listed Indian subsidiary for about Rs 1,446 crore to a clutch of private equity investors, led by ChrysCapital?

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Biz Quizzard 1142

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period February 09 - 14. Hope you enjoy it.


1. Monthly registration of limited liability partnerships (LLPs) topped which milestone-mark for the first time on record in January?

2.Which green energy company has entered into the packaged foods space with ‘Poshan’ and its initial roll-out started in Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) this month?

3. Which full-service brokerage firm has appointed Vijay Kumar Goel as Managing Director?

4. Which nutritional drink brand has appointed cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi as its brand ambassador?

5. Which logistics company has unveiled a new TV campaign “Go Beyond”, featuring former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, and cricketers Suryakumar Yadav and Abhishek Sharma?

6. Which direct-to-consumer perfume brand has launched a video featuring cricketer Suryakumar Yadav?

7. Which Mumbai-based real estate company has roped in former cricketer Sunil Gavaskar as brand ambassador?

8. Which instant loan app has released the film “Why Can’t Life Be a Perfect Ten” as it completes 10 years of operations?

9. Which financial services brand has launched the campaign ‘Zaroorat Mein Aapke Saath’, featuring actor Pankaj Tripathi?

10. Which FMCG company has agreed to acquire a 75% equity stake in Vietnamese direct-to-consumer skincare company Skinetiq Joint Stock Company?

11. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the appointment of R Vijay Anandh as the managing director & CEO of which bank?

12. Which company has entered into a binding arrangement to acquire Rashtriya Metal Industries (RMIL), India’s oldest maker of copper and copper alloy products, for around Rs 800 crore?

13. The market value of State Bank of India (SBI) topped which milestone mark for the first time last week?

14. MakeMyTrip last week announced a strategic partnership with which global hospitality group as part of a broader strategy to expand its direct international hotel inventory?

15. Which automobile company last week inaugurated a new greenfield facility at Panapakkam in Tamil Nadu?

16. Which commercial vehicles manufacturer has released a new film as part of its ‘Better Always’ philosophy?

17. Which paediatrician-recommended brand for baby sensitive skin, owned by Kenvue, has expanded its India portfolio with the launch of the Daily Moisture Cleansing Bar?

18. Which basmati rice brand has launched the campaign ‘Khubsurat Rishton Ki Khubsurat Taiyaari’ for the wedding season?

19. Which well known soap brand last week unveiled a new packaging, with actress Tamannaah Bhatia as brand ambassador?

20. Which company has acquired a majority stake in Australia-based Goodness Group Global, marking its entry into the country’s consumer goods market?

21. Which real estate and business services platform has acquired a 100% stake in SMS Integrated Facility Services from private equity firm Samara Capital in an all-cash transaction?

22. Which company has joined hands with BA Prerna Renewables to expand its presence in the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) segment of the clean energy sector?

23. Which kids’ personal care brand is launching a new range of shampoos, conditioners, body washes, and lotions featuring Peppa Pig?

24. Which MNC’s corporate foundation, Anandana, in partnership with the International Cricket Council, is bringing ‘#MaidaanSaaf’ to the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 matches in India?

25. Which brand has launched a new digital-first recipe video series built around the idea 'MOM-FU: Maa ka Pyaar in a Korean avatar' for its range of Chinese sauces?

26. Which company has rebranded itself as Kharesiya Brands Pvt. Ltd., marking its transition from a single-category baby-care player into a diversified House of Brands?

27. Which home furnishing retailer has introduced a new brand position in India, ‘It All Starts at Home’, signalling a shift in how the company connects with Indian consumers?

28. Which brand has unveiled a new brand campaign ‘25 Years of keeping promises’ to mark 25 years of operations in India’s general insurance market?

29. Which brand has released a new brand film built around the idea of ‘Spa at Home’, positioning the bathroom as a personal space for everyday wellness rather than an occasional retreat?

30. Which company has acquired Tamil Nadu-based Southern Health Foods Private Limited, owner of the health foods brand Manna?

31. Which French pharma group is launching GATINN, a global platform dedicated to single pill combinations (SPCs) for cardiometabolic and venous diseases, based in India?

32. Global investment firm Carlyle Group has agreed to buy a strategic majority stake in which housing finance company for Rs 2,100 crore from Edelweiss Financial Services?

33. Which group into pharma products and allied technologies has entered into deep-tech manufacturing, advanced engineering, and automation solutions through Kairish Innotech?

34. Which beverage brand has unveiled its latest digital campaign film ‘The Office’ for Valentine’s Day?

35. Which gifting platform has launched its Valentine’s Day campaign ‘In My Lover Era’?

36. Which brand launched its Vintage watch series campaign for the AQ-240, targeting Gen Z with the "Never Just One" theme?

37. Which noodles brand has released a new campaign for its Magic Masala variant, featuring cricketer Jasprit Bumrah?

38. Which brand has launched a campaign featuring cricketer Virat Kohli to announce the launch of Airboost™, a next-generation mattress range designed to support deep, restorative sleep?

39. Which quick commerce brand has launched ‘RelationShop’, an in-app experience that redefines how consumers discover and shop for gifts this Valentine’s Day?

40. Which company's joint venture, I-Ven Realty Limited, has signed a hotel management agreement with the Swiss luxury hospitality firm Aman Group for a luxury project in Mumbai's Worli?

41. Which fashion brand has expanded into the fragrance category with the launch of its first perfume range, ‘Chase’ and ‘Fling’?

42. Which IT services firm has introduced a refreshed brand identity and positioning ““Business Creativity Partner”, and announced a name change?

43. Which airline’s Chief Commercial Officer Praveen Iyer, who is also one of the co-founders, has put in his papers, marking a second high-level exit?

44. Which cakes and desserts brand has unveiled its latest brand film, strengthening its brand ethos of ‘Never Stop Wishing’?

45. Which at-home beauty and wellness platform has launched a new digital campaign "Beauty With Brains", featuring actress Huma Qureshi?

46. Which greeting card and gifting company is launching a new retail format called 'Express' store to tap Gen Z?

47. Which airline has launched “The Premium You Deserve” campaign?

48. Which smartwatch brand has launched a film for Valentine’s Day, featuring comedian and creator Gursimran Khamba alongside his wife and actress Ismeet Kohli?

49. Which electric mobility solutions provider has launched “Pehla Kadam”, a long-term storytelling initiative that honours India’s delivery partners and gig workers?

50. Which group’s hospitality arm has announced a ‘strategic’ partnership with JOE & THE JUICE to launch and operate the international café brand in India?

51. Which electrical equipment manufacturer has appointed Janaki Kirloskar as its chief executive officer?

52. Which Hyderabad-based company has acquired Delhi-based AS Strategic as part of efforts to strengthen its push to build a globally embedded aerospace and defence platform?

53. Which brand has unveiled its new TVC campaign ‘India Ka Captain Cool’, featuring cricketer MS Dhoni for its residential air conditioners?

54. Which noodles brand has launched the digital campaign 'Mujhe Mirch Nahi Lagti' for its Spicy range?

55. Which paint company has released a new cricket-themed anthem ‘Rang De India’, building on its partnership with the BCCI as the Official Colour Partner of India Home Cricket?

56. Which adhesive brand for shoes launched the campaign ‘Jodi Salamat Rahe’ for Valentine’s Day?

57. Which dashcam brand has launched the digital campaign ‘Avoid Dash Dash’?

58. Which jewellery brand has launched the campaign ‘Legacy Is Our Biggest Gold’, featuring actor Ranbir Kapoor?

59. Which jewellery brand has unveiled "Soulmate Diamond Pair Rings", created in collaboration with De Beers?

60. Which drug firm will acquire 79% stake in Nutritionalab, the parent company of Wellbeing Nutrition, for Rs 1,583 crore?

61. Which company is acquiring the remaining 49% stake in Zywie Ventures (OZiva) for Rs 824 crore?

62. Which ecommerce company has unveiled a film to announce its sponsorship of the Namibian cricket team in the T20 World Cup?

63. Which denim brand has introduced the ‘#LoveAtFirstFit’ in-store activation, inviting couples to style each other while blindfolded?

64. Which home décor brand has launched the campaign 'Love That Feels Like Home'?

65. Which ergonomics and comfort solutions brand has launched its Valentine’s Day campaign “Red Flags Hurt”?

66. This Valentine’s season, which snack brand has launched Dilruba, a heart-shaped, chocolate-enrobed kaju katli designed for modern expressions of love?

67. Which hair oil brand has released an original music track as part of the digital campaign ‘Fit Chul, Hit Chul’, centred on West Bengal?

68. Which company has agreed to pay Astellas Pharma $120 million to settle the U.S. patent litigation with the latter over generic bladder disorder drug Mirabegron?

69. Which IT firm has launched Chia, a conversational AI chatbot that can automatically handle customer support requests for businesses?

70. Which renewable energy company and RJ Corp have entered into an equally owned joint venture that will start by investing Rs 1,700 crore in Africa for renewable energy generation projects?

71. Which electric vehicle manufacturer has launched a new three-wheeler, ‘UDO’?

72. Which watchmaker has created a limited-edition timepiece in chess player Gukesh Dommaraju’s honour?

73. Which company has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with L’Oréal India to manage all operations of luxury skincare brand Kiehl’s in India?

74. Which cookie brand has rolled out its Valentine’s Day campaign ‘Happy Cookiestage’?

75. Which jewellery brand has rolled out its Valentine’s Day campaign featuring celebrity couple and actors Soha Ali Khan and Kunal Khemu?

76. Which jewellery brand has launched the film ‘Dancing Hearts’ for Valentine’s Day?

77. Which toothpaste brand has launched the campaign ‘The Beauty Secret’, featuring actress Kriti Sanon and cricketer Abhishek Sharma?

78. Which edtech brand has unveiled its Valentine’s Day campaign ‘AI Love You’?

79. Which nutritious snacking brand has announced the appointment of cricketer Harshit Rana as its brand ambassador?

80. Which pharma company’s medical devices unit will buy up to a 55% stake in Switzerland’s Occlutech Holding for €99.4 million ($118 million)?

81. The Gujarat government last week appointed which business personality as chairman of the Gujarat International Finance Tec-City Company (GIFT City)?

82. Which beer brand has launched the campaign ‘Be Pro at Moving On’ for Valentine’s Day?

83. Which brand has unveiled a new summer campaign, featuring actress Shanaya Kapoor, for its Vitamin C + E Super Bright Sunscreen? 

84. Which company has elevated Manish Syag as managing director of its pet nutrition business in India?

85. Which Singapore-based flex space provider will launch its super-premium workspaces under brand The Collective in India in the coming months?

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Biz Quizzard 1141

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period February 02 - 07. Hope you enjoy it.


1. Which airport is set to become the first in the country to operate hydrogen-powered buses for passenger transportation?

2. The Delhi High Court has prohibited which company from selling its ‘Cool King Thanda Tel’ hair oil or any oil that resembles Emami’s Navratna oil in its packaging?

3. Actor Randeep Hooda has invested in which homegrown wellness and nutrition venture?

4. Which beauty brand has announced the appointment of actress Kiara Advani as its new brand ambassador for India?

5. Which beauty brand has announced the appointment of actress Sonam Kapoor as its brand ambassador from India?

6. Which pharma company has launched generic cancer drug Dasatinib Tablets, in multiple strengths, in the U.S.?

7. Which mortgage lender has announced the appointment of former State Bank of India chairman Dinesh Kumar Khara as its chairperson for a five-year term?

8. Which entertainment magazine has officially launched in India with its inaugural cover featuring actors Aamir Khan, Ajay Devgn, Akshay Kumar, and Salman Khan?

9. Which jewellery brand has rolled out ‘The Shape of You’, a design-led styling feature that uses face-shape analysis to guide jewellery selection?

10. Which company has acquired a 50.1% equity stake in Sikhya Entertainment Private Limited (SEPL), one of India’s most globally recognised and awarded production houses?

11. Which jewellery brand has rolled out its Valentine’s season campaign ‘Bee My Valentine, every day’, featuring brand ambassador and actress Aneet Padda?

12. Which shapewear brand has unveiled an Instagram-first collaboration featuring celebrity Malaika Arora in a narrative that positions looking good as a playful offence?

13. Which brand has unveiled an online-exclusive limited-edition womenswear capsule with actress Khushi Kapoor?

14. Which footwear company has rolled out a refreshed chapter of its ‘Make Your Way’ campaign, with actress Sanjana Sanghi joining as the face of the initiative?

15. Which chocolate brand has launched its Valentine’s Day campaign ‘When in love, ask your heart, not AI.’?

16. Which packaged drinking water brand has unveiled a new television commercial, featuring actor Amitabh Bachchan?

17. Which beverage brand has unveiled its new campaign, marking a decisive evolution of its ‘Super Duper Refresher’ positioning?

18. Which automobile company has unveiled the “Deewane India ka Deewana Humsafar” campaign, featuring actor and brand ambassador Shah Rukh Khan, for T20 World Cup 2026?

19. Which automobile company has launched an integrated campaign ‘You Never Drive Alone’ as it debuts its brand-wide service programme ‘Super Care’?

20. Apple has set up its first education hub in India to offer skill-building and training programmes as well as its suite of development courses to its suppliers’ employees. Which city?

21. Which fashion accessories brand has launched Celestor 2.0, a dual band GPS smartwatch and announced badminton pair Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy as brand ambassadors?

22. The Reserve of India (RBI) has approved the appointment of VM Tonse as MD and CEO of which bank for three years from the date of taking charge?

23. Ajay Kapur has stepped down as Managing Director of which cement company on superannuation with effect from January 31?

24. Which company has signed an MoU with Italian defence major Leonardo to establish an integrated helicopter manufacturing ecosystem in India?

25. Which two-wheeler company last week forayed into the EV segment with the launch of an electric scooter - EC-06 - priced at Rs 1.67 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)?

26. Entrepreneur Ananya Birla has launched a new venture, marking the Aditya Birla Group’s entry into film production. What has it been branded as?

27. Which life insurance brand launched the digital film ‘Promises Forever’ derived from a social experiment conducted as part of its insight gathering ahead of Promise Day 2026?

28. Which tyre company has rolled out a new brand campaign ‘Har Safar Mein Dum Hai’, after announcing its association with the Indian cricket team as lead sponsor?

29. Which packaged water brand has unveiled the digital film ‘Peace in a Bottle’?

30. Walmart has become the first retailer ever to hit which milestone mark in market valuation?

31. Homegrown private equity firm ChrysCapital has bought a significant minority stake in which Bengaluru-based design and manufacturing solutions provider?

32. Which global accounting and consulting firm has acquired a majority stake in Affiniax Group, a UAE-based assurance and advisory firm, for an undisclosed amount?

33. Which company has executed a business transfer agreement to sell its technology park in Kolkata, along with 25.9 acres of land, for a total of Rs 670 crore to Srijan Group?

34. Which company has launched its paints business Haisha in the eastern region, including West Bengal and Bihar?

35. Which watch brand has launched the film ‘Watch Out For Us’, aimed at engaging younger consumers and reflecting evolving aspirations?

36. Which cookie brand has launched its Valentine’s Day campaign featuring actors Ananya Panday and Lakshya?

37. Which sportswear brand has onboarded cricketers Shivam Dube and Varun Chakravarthy to launch its “Move your body, move your mind” campaign?

38. Which brand last week announced the launch of its global campaign “Football is Calling” as the Official Smartphone Partner of the FIFA World Cup 26?

39. Which men’s fashion brand has launched the ‘Everyone Has an Opinion’ brand film on body positivity for men?

40. Which FMCG company has acquired a 60% stake in Cosmix, a startup that sells plant-based protein supplements, for Rs 375 crore?

41. Which quick service restaurant (QSR) chain operator last week named its finance head Manish Dawar as president and chief executive officer?

42. Which social media group has rolled out the third edition of its nationwide anti-scam awareness campaign, Scam Se Bacho, featuring actress Neena Gupta?

43. Which ethnic wear brand has launched the campaign ‘Portraits of Purpose’?

44. Which sports brand has rolled out a new campaign ‘Born to Beat the Odds’ across Mumbai ahead of the men’s T20 cricket tournament?

45. Which beverage brand has released a new brand anthem, featuring rapper Hanumankind and singer-composer Vishal Dadlani?

46. Which edible oil brand has unveiled its latest campaign ‘#TogetherTastesBetter’?

47. Which lifestyle brand has released a new Valentine’s Day campaign ‘Make Space for Love’, built around an everyday behaviour many women relate to - placing a bag on the seat beside them?

48. Which jewellery brand has unveiled a new Valentine’s Day campaign ‘Elements of Love’?

49. Which children’s nutrition brand has partnered with Marvel to launch a special-edition SuperMilk range aimed at children and teenagers?

50. Which steel company has become the first in India to receive a Green Steel certification?

51. Which video gaming company has strengthened its global footprint by acquiring EverMerge, a popular merge puzzle game from Big Fish Games, a subsidiary of Aristocrat Leisure?

52. Which energy drink brand has roped in cricketers Mohammed Siraj and Shreyas Iyer as brand ambassadors?

53. Which conductors, transmission cables, and speciality wires manufacturer has launched a television commercial featuring actor Sonu Sood?

54. Ahead of Valentine’s Day, which quick commerce brand released ‘Phools in Love’, a reactions-led digital film built around a public installation in Bandra, Mumbai?

55. Which innerwear brand has unveiled 'Underwoman', a brand campaign that transforms everyday wardrobe struggles into an entertaining cinematic universe?

56. Which fashion quick commerce brand has launched its Valentine’s Day campaign ‘Pyaar Baantte Chalo’?

57. Which beverage brand has launched the ‘Kadak Hai, Kadwi Nahi’ campaign, featuring actress Neena Gupta?

58. Which brand has onboarded actress Sreeleela as brand ambassador for its hair care category and unveiled a film for its Rosemary Anti-Hair Fall Shampoo ahead of Valentine’s Day?

59. Which financial services firm has unveiled a new digital campaign ‘Sahi Guidance’ to frame investing risks?

60. The number of highway car users who have bought FASTag Annual Pass has crossed which milestone mark in six months since the scheme was launched?

61. Which jewellery brand has rolled out its Valentine’s Day campaign ‘Kyunki Pyaar Jatana Zaroori Hai’?

62. Which general insurance brand has rolled out the second phase of its national brand campaign, Here Now, expanding the narrative from brand introduction to life-stage financial planning?

63. Which chocolate brand has launched the ‘Restore Valentine’s Day’ campaign?

64. Which personal care and beauty brand has teamed up with the global phenomenon show, Bridgerton - from Netflix and Shondaland - to unveil a new limited-edition collection?

65. Which pharma company has announced the launch of its nationwide awareness campaign, ‘Win Over Weight’, designed to help people move beyond weight-focused stigma?

66. Which audio and wearables brand has forayed into the dashcam segment with the Hive Dashcam series?

67. Which QSR chain has launched the ‘Tote-ally Yours Meal’ to celebrate Valentine’s Week?

68. Which ecommerce company has launched the campaign ‘This Valentine’s, Woo Her With Choreplay!’?

69. Which electric two where company has roped in cricketer Hardik Pandya as brand ambassador?

70. Which brand has set a new Guinness World Record for ‘the largest ice cream social party’?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 1141 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

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