February 12, 2023

Biz Quizzard 985

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

1. What is Coca-Cola rebranding its global music property Coke Studio as in India?

2. Which motorcycle brand has launched the campaign ‘Where Next?’, featuring celebrity couple Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli?

3. Which jewellery brand has launched its Valentine’s Day campaign, “Khul Ke Karo Express”?

4. Which online pharmacy has launched the film “The Girl in Red Lipstick”, a true story of Anchal Sharma, a Cancer Fighter?

5. Which brand has tied up with Michelin Star awarded chef and MasterChef India judge Vikas Khanna to promote its Mayo & Ketchup range?

6. Which healthcare services provider launched a campaign celebrating the “SuperPower” of survivors on World Cancer Day?

7. Which company, part of the Bharti Family Office, has entered into an agreement to bring US headquartered Chinese food chain PF Chang’s to India?

8. Which tech-enabled micro savings platform has acquired digital chit-fund platform myPaisaa for $7.5 million?

9. Which diversified conglomerate has appointed David Reed as the chief executive of its semiconductor business?

10. Which company and its vehicle partner Ashok Leyland last week unveiled India’s first Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine (H2-ICE) technology solution for heavy duty trucks?

11. Which airline last week inducted an Airbus A321LR, the first by an Indian carrier?

12. Which brand has announced its new identity as Zuno General Insurance (Zuno GI)?

13. Which sportswear brand has announced its partnership with Loitongbam Ashalata Devi, the captain of senior Indian women's football team?

14. Which domestic appliances brand launched its Valentine’s Day campaign ‘#TasteOfLove’?

15. Which chocolate company announced its first foray into the chocolaty coated-wafer market with the launch of Choco Tubes?

16. Which smartphone brand has launched a 30-minute short film ‘Fursat’, directed by Vishal Bharadwaj?

17. Which nasal health brand has launched a pioneering clean air initiative called ‘Pollution Capture Pencils’?

18. Which fashion etailer has roped in actor Ranbir Kapoor as brand ambassador, who will be seen in its upcoming brand campaign 'Be Extraordinary Everyday’?

19. Which life insurance company has appointed Pankaj Gupta as its new CEO?

20. Which digital payments firm last week said it has become the first Indian fintech player to allow UPI payments abroad?

21. Which plant-based meat brand has roped in standup comedian Vir Das as brand ambassador?

22. Which group has given a formal notice to sell its entire 33% stake in Carlsberg South Asia Pte Ltd (CSAPL) to Carlsberg for $744 million (about Rs 6,100 crore)?

23. Which integrated personal health record (PHR) app has launched its first campaign ‘Report Ko Report Karo’?

24. Which company has signed an MOU with Germany’s biggest gas trader Uniper for exclusive negotiations for the offtake of 250,000 tonnes per annum of green ammonia?

25. Which fruits importer will form a joint venture with Mumbai-based Agrograde, an agtech start-up that uses artificial intelligence-based quality assaying to sort agricultural produce sorting firm?

26. Which frontline workforce management platform has announced its entry into South-East Asia with the acquisition of a majority stake in Indonesia’s blue-collar workforce fulfillment platform, MyRobin?

27. Which fantasy sports platform has onboarded cricketer Shikhar Dhawan as its new brand ambassador?

28. Which Indian CXO-driven angel platform has launched its maiden ad campaign ‘Main Bhi Angel’?

29. Godrej Consumer Products has unveiled a low-cost mosquito repellent device for lower-income consumers. What has it been branded as?

30. Which state-owned bank has appointed K Satyanarayana Raju as Managing Director and CEO?

31. Which online gifting platform has launched the ‘#LamhePyarke’ campaign ahead of Valentine’s Day?

32. Which neo-banking startup has launched the campaign 'For Everything Money'?

33. Which makeup brand has rolled out its digital campaign ‘#SwipeYourLove’ to celebrate self-love this Valentine’s Day?

34. Which protein snacking brand has roped in actress Mandira Bedi for launch of its plant protein powder?

35. Which life insurance brand has launched its latest campaign 'My Pehchan My Pride'?

36. Which company has signed a deal to acquire a majority stake in Divo, a digital media and music company in India with a presence across all four South Indian language music markets?

37. Which fintech company has acquired digital lending platform Upwards Fintech Private Limited for Rs 100 crore?

38. Who was last week conferred with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Automotive Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (ATMA)?

39. Which business group has announced a foray into the premium casual dining space in collaboration with chef restaurateur-entrepreneur, Rahul Akerkar?

40. Professional network LinkedIn crossed which members milestone in India last week?

41. Which healthcare technology company has named Sean Narayanan as Chief Executive Officer and a member of the Board of Directors?

42. Which electric two-wheeler company launched its electric bike, OXO, at the Hyderabad E-Motor Show last week?

43. Which housing finance company has launched the ‘#ApnaGhar’ campaign?

44. Which property portal has launched its new campaign ‘#HarKoiExpert’?

45. Which omni-channel fresh meat and seafood company has launched HappyChops, a marketplace to empower local meat shops with the latest technologies, robust supply chain and accelerated growth?

46. Which home salon and tech-enabled platform for beauty and wellness has rolled out a digital campaign ‘#readyforVDay’ to celebrate Valentine’s Day?

47. Which bank has launched the campaign ‘#23in23’ with the aim to get the Indian Sign Language officially recognised?

48. Which digital healthcare company has acquired US-based CVS Health's primary healthcare platform ‘VHealth by Aetna’ (Indian Health Organization) business in India?

49. Which engineering company signed an agreement to acquire the entire shareholding in motion-control systems player Excel Controlinkage for a present valuation of Rs 385 crore in a 4-tranche deal?

50. The Central Depository Services (CDSL) last week said the number of active demat accounts on its platform has crossed which milestone mark?

51. Which company last week announced the launch of digital silver, allowing investors to start accumulating the precious metal for as little as Rs 1 on the lines of digital gold?

52. Norway wealth fund, the world’s largest stock investor, last week said it has divested its entire stake in which business group?

53. Which lifestyle tech brand is celebrating the spirit of love this Valentine's Day with its new ‘#StoopidCupid’ campaign and an exciting sale?

54. Which beverage brand has signed actress Kriti Sanon as its new brand ambassador?

55. Which chocolate brand has launched a new variant ‘Berry Whip’ and has launched a campaign for Valentine’s Day?

56. Which footwear retail chain has signed up celebrity couple and actors Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra as brand ambassadors?

57. Which fashion brand has launched its Valentine’s Day campaign 'Embrace the true meaning of love' with actress Shahana Goswami?

58. Which wealth broking firm has announced the launch of a new investor education campaign, Udaan, in partnership with educational planning platform, Invest4Edu?

59. Which pharma company launched its new brand film about cancer fighters conveying the message of ‘Keep Fighting, Keep Winning’ to celebrate and honor the undying spirit of these survivors?

60. Which pharma MNC has appointed Meenakshi Nevatia as managing director for India for a period of five years with effect from April 3, 2023?

61. E-grocery start-up Zepto last week launched a farmer engagement programme, a one-of-its-kind app for farmers, digitising all processes right from sowing to selling. What has it been branded as?

62. Which fashion platform has launched the brand ‘Buda Jeans Co.’?

63. Which beauty and personal care brand has launched the ad '#ThePurestNatural' featuring actress Nimrat Kaur?

64. Which brand has launched the campaign ‘#YourHairYourWay’ featuring actress Alia Bhatt for its hair straightening range?

65. Which health and wellness brand has launched the campaign “NO COMPROMISE” featuring actor John Abraham?

66. Which innerwear brand has launched the ‘#LoveThatBonds’ campaign for Valentine's Day?

67. Which public transport commute app has launched the campaign ‘#LoveIsSimpleMakeItGreen’ for Valentine’s Day?

68. Which women's fragrance company has launched the ‘#SecretWedding’ campaign?

69. Which life insurance brand has launched its latest ad ‘Kal Ki Taiyari Aaj Se’?

70. Which bank has acquired micro-finance company Sonata Finance for Rs 537 crore in an all-cash deal?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 985 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

Happy learning!
rajeev kondapalli



February 5, 2023

Biz Quizzard 984

 Presenting the current affairs quiz for the period January 30 - February 04. Hope you enjoy it.

1. Which stock exchange has emerged as the world’s largest derivatives exchange in 2022, in terms of the number of contracts traded, according to the Futures Industry Association (FIA)?

2. Which health insurance brand has launched the campaign “KyaPeecheChhodaHai”?

3. CK Jaipuria Family Office has signed a retail franchise deal with which sportswear company to set up retail stores?

4. Which luxury watch brand has roped in actor Sidharth Malhotra as brand ambassador?

5. Which D2C brands company has roped in actress Neha Dhupia as brand ambassador for its home and kitchen brands - Hestia and Homepuff?

6. Prashant Panday has quit as the MD and CEO of which FM radio company?

7. Which consumer goods MNC has appointed Hein Schumacher as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective July 1?

8. Which MNC kept its crown as the world’s top-selling carmaker in 2022?

9. Which pharma company said it has acquired three drug brands from Mumbai-based Aksigen Hospital to strengthen its anti-inflammatory portfolio?

10. Maruti Suzuki India Limited (MSIL) achieved which cumulative domestic sales milestone on January 9, 2023?

11. Which investment bank has appointed Arun Kohli, chief operating officer for the firm’s Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) operations as the India country head?

12. Which company has rolled out Xoom 110cc scooter in India in three variants – Sheet Drum, Cast Drum and Cast Disc?

13. Manu Kumar Jain has quit which smartphone maker?

14. Which sports brand announced roping in women’s cricket team captain Harmanpreet Kaur as its latest brand ambassador?

15. Which medical emergency response platform has rebranded as Red(dot)Health?

16. Which audio and wearable brand has launched the ‘Rock’In India’ campaign?

17. Which jewellery brand has launched its new campaign ‘#PartnerInSuccess’ ahead of Valentine’s Day?

18. Which company has launched the “Keep It Alive” campaign for its instax instant camera and printer range?

19. Which intimate wear brand has launched the campaign ‘#WearYourConfidence’, encouraging women to confidently seize the day?

20. Boeing India said it would open its new and second largest campus outside of its global headquarters in Virginia, in India by the end of 2023. Which city?

21. Which Amsterdam-based global digital agency has ventured into India by fully acquiring Mumbai-based Tekno Point Multimedia India, a marketing agency that specialises in Adobe DX solutions?

22. Which business group last week formally acquired the strategic Israeli port of Haifa for $1.2 billion?

23. Which edtech company has appointed Anish Raghunandan as Chief Executive Officer?

24. Which steel producer has launched its new digital film featuring actor Sonu Sood, an extension of its "Maksad Toh India Ko Banana Hai" campaign?

25. Which breakfast cereals brand has launched its Masterbrand campaign ‘Kuch kar dikhaane ki bhookh’?

26. Which shopping platform has launched the ‘Sneakerhood 2.0 campaign’ to appeal to all types of sneaker enthusiasts?

27. Which microbrewery chain has brought in Vejay Anand as the new CEO?

28. Which food delivery platform has launched 'Summa Semma 2.0', its second ad with music director Anirudh Ravichander?

29. Which online skill gaming tech company unveiled a digital campaign for its multi-gaming platform ‘Big Cash’, featuring actors Divyendu Sharma, Harshita Gaur and Akanksha Sharma?

30. Which company has entered into a strategic partnership with Sri Lanka-headquartered Maliban Biscuit Manufactories to launch its brand in India?

31. Which beverage brand has unveiled its new ‘Aam Wali Dildaari, Bina Naam Wali Dildaari’ campaign, featuring actors Amitabh Bachchan, Nagarjuna, and Pooja Hegde?

32. Which life insurance brand has launched the ‘#SapnaHaiTohPooraKaro’ campaign?

33. Which digital banking brand has launched its new campaign ‘#SamayKoSahiKamPeLagao’, featuring stand-up comedians Tanmay Bhat and Samay Raina?

34. Which cookie brand has launched its latest campaign ‘Live This Moment’?

35. Which company has roped in celebrity Chef Sanjyot Keer as the face for its Spiced Tea product range?

36. Which airline recorded its highest quarterly revenue till date at Rs 15,410 crore for the quarter ending December 2022?

37. S&P Dow Jones has said it will remove which company from sustainability indices with effect from February 7?

38. Which detergent brand has launched the music video ‘Khachak Khuchak Chod Do’ featuring comedian Kiku Sharda?

39. Which financial services brand has roped in actress Madhuri Dixit as its brand ambassador?

40. The government has agreed to convert which company’s accrued interest worth over Rs 16,000 crore on deferred adjusted gross revenue (AGR) dues into equity at Rs 10 a share?

41. Which brand has launched the campaign ‘#UmeedNahiSach’ for its beauty and personal care portfolio?

42. Which shampoo hair color brand has launched its new campaign ‘#Alwaysready’?

43. On the occasion of World Cancer Day, which corporate trust has launched the campaign “Kaise Ka Cancer”?

44. Which healthcare services provider launched the campaign ‘#CAREisCURE’ on the occasion of World Cancer Day?

45. Nutella, the hazelnut cocoa spread brand of Ferrero, has signed which actor as its brand endorser for India market?

46. Which legacy company from the social expressions industry has launched the campaign ‘Give a Gift of a Card’ for Valentine’s Day?

47. Which breakfast cereals brand has launched the campaign ‘Galat Sawaal’ featuring actor and model Milind Soman?

48. Which lubricant manufacturer has launched the 2nd edition of ‘#GaadiKeDoctor’, a digital campaign to celebrate the unsung heroes- “Mechanics” on its 13th Anniversary?

49. Which steel brand has launched the film ‘Life Partner’ featuring celebrity couple Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor?

50. Hyundai Motor India last week said its sales in rural areas crossed which milestone mark last year?

Please mail your answers before 12 noon next Sunday to rajeevkondapalli@gmail.com with Biz Quizzard 984 as the subject. Answers will be mailed to those who attempt the current edition within the given time.

Happy learning!
rajeev kondapalli