Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella is the company’s first and only EV sold in the country, and is essentially a badge-engineered Maruti Suzuki eVitara. Toyota has limited the Ebella range to a single variant, priced at Rs. 23.6 lakh. We put the Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella with the 61kWh battery pack through our range test to find out how it performs.
Three driving and regen modes; no single pedal driving
Weighs 1,815kg
20-80 percent recharge takes 35 minutes using a 90kW DC fast charger
Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella: Real-world range
The Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella is solely available with a 61kWh lithium-ion LFP battery pack and it is powered by a 174hp/193Nm electric motor driving the front wheels. For our tests, we used the Eco driving mode all throughout, with regen set to ‘High’ in the city and ‘Medium’ on the highway.
In city conditions, the Toyota Ebella returned 6.37km/kWh which translates to a range of 389km. Interestingly, the efficiency increased on the highway to 6.8km/kWh extrapolating to a range of 415km. With an overall efficiency of 6.59km/kWh, the Toyota Ebella can deliver a real-world range of 402km on a full charge.
Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella: Charging test
Toyota hasn’t shared any details regarding the Ebella’s DC fast charging capability, but we noted peak charging speeds of around 68.2kW when using a 90kW DC fast charger. In terms of duration, it took 35 minutes to charge from 20-80 percent, and another 36 minutes to reach 100 percent.
Autocar India’s range testing
Before our real-world range tests, the battery of our test car was fully charged, and we maintained tyre pressures in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. The car was driven on a weekday in Mumbai city and on the adjoining state highway in a fixed loop, and we maintained the set average speeds. At the end of each cycle, we calculated the range based on the percentage charge consumed.
Throughout our tests, the climate control was set to 22deg C in a full-auto setting, and other electricals, such as the audio system, indicators and ventilated front seats, were used when required, just as a regular user would. We take pride in our testing data, which isn’t merely consistent but also gives users an accurate indication of what they can expect in the real world.
हार या असफलता बड़े से बड़े लोगों के आंसू निकलवा देती है। इसका एक नजारा आज अमेरिकी ओपन में दिखा जब सर्बिया के महान खिलाड़ी 1-3 से पीछे हो गए और अंत में टूर्नामेंट के पहले दौर से ही बाहर हो गए। रिकॉर्ड 24 बार के ग्रैंड स्लैम चैंपियन नोवाक जोकोविच को यह रास नहीं आया और वह कोर्ट पर ही रोने लग गए जिसका वीडियो सोशल मीडिया पर खासा वायरल हो रहा है।
रविवार को चार घंटे 36 मिनट तक चले पांच सेटों के इस मैराथन मैच में जोकोविच को अर्जेंटीना के मारियानो नावोन से 7-6 (5), 5-7, 4-6, 6-2, 6-1 से हार का सामना करना पड़ा।यूएस ओपन के पहले दौर में इससे पहले जोकोविच का रिकॉर्ड 19-0 था और उन्होंने 2006 के ऑस्ट्रेलियन ओपन के बाद से किसी भी ग्रैंड स्लैम टूर्नामेंट में अपना पहला मैच नहीं हारा था।
Novak Djokovic looks very emotional down 1-3 in the 5th set against Navone at the US Open.
Definitely in pain physically, but these also look like emotional tears.
4+ hours at 39 years old.
The New York crowd is trying to give him a push for another heroic comeback.
जोकोविच ने कहा, ‘‘यह एक अच्छा रिकॉर्ड है। लेकिन मैं इसके बारे में ज्यादा नहीं सोच रहा हूं। बेशक मुझे अतीत की सभी उपलब्धियों पर बहुत गर्व रहा है, लेकिन अब समय बदल गया है।’चौथी वरीयता प्राप्त और चार बार के चैंपियन 39 वर्षीय जोकोविच फ्लशिंग मीडोज में काफी परेशान नजर आए। मैच के दौरान उन्हें उल्टी हुई और पैरों में भी तकलीफ हुई। इस बीच उन्होंने 70 बेजा गलतियां की। जोकोविच की पत्नी जेलेना भी स्टेडियम में मौजूद थी और वह भी काफी परेशान नजर आ रही थी।
जोकोविच ने कहा, ‘‘आज मैं सहज होकर नहीं खेल पा रहा था। मैं अपने खेल का आनंद नहीं ले रहा था। मैं मैच के चौथे गेम की बाद ही संघर्ष कर रहा था। दुर्भाग्य से इस साल मेरे साथ लगातार ऐसा हो रहा है। मुझे कोर्ट पर उल्टियां हो रही हैं। यह गंभीर मसला बन गया है।’’
जोकोविच यूएस ओपन में तीसरे दौर से पहले कभी नहीं हारे थे। यह उनके करियर में किसी ग्रैंड स्लैम टूर्नामेंट के पहले दौर में सबसे लंबी अवधि का मैच था।यूएस ओपन में अपने पदार्पण के ठीक 21 साल बाद मिली इस हार से अब यह सवाल उठ रहा है कि क्या यह इस या किसी भी ग्रैंड स्लैम में जोकोविच का आखिरी मैच था।
पहले सेट के दौरान उनका मैच बीच में ही रोक दिया गया ताकि बारिश के कारण आर्थर ऐश स्टेडियम की छत को बंद किया जा सके।बचपन से ही जोकोविच को अपना आदर्श मानने वाले नावोन ने मैच के बाद कहा, ‘‘मेरे लिए यह बहुत मुश्किल था क्योंकि आप इस कोर्ट पर सर्वकालिक महान खिलाड़ी के खिलाफ खेल रहे थे।’’
उन्होंने कहा, ‘‘निश्चित रूप से कोर्ट पर यह मेरा अब तक का सबसे बेहतरीन अनुभव रहा है। यह शानदार कोर्ट है और सबसे बड़ा मंच है। जिस तरह से हमने खेल दिखाया वह अद्भुत था। मेरे कहने का मतलब है की पांच सेट तक मैच चला। मैं बहुत खुश हूं और यह बयां करने के लिए मेरे पास शब्द नहीं हैं।’’
In February 2026, Tata Motors brought incremental updates to the Punch EV. The carmaker’s most affordable electric SUV saw a bump in battery size, subtle cosmetic revisions, and feature additions, while also being more affordable than its predecessor. To see how much the 2026 Punch EV has improved over its older iteration, we put it through our real-world range tests and compare it to its predecessors.
Tata Punch EV new vs old: Specifications
Tata Punch EV new vs old: Specifications
Tata Punch EV New
Tata Punch EV Old
Battery size
40
35
Electric motor setup
Single motor, front
Single motor, front
Power (hp)
129
122
Torque (Nm)
154
190
ARAI range (km)
468
365
Kerb weight (kg)
1365
1,360
0-100kph time (claimed, in seconds)
9
9.5
With the newer Punch EV, Tata has increased the battery size in its long-range version by 5kWh and bumped the motor’s power slightly. However, the older Punch EV’s motor delivered 36Nm more torque than the newer model. In the new Punch EV, Tata introduced a new 6-in-1 drivetrain setup, replacing the older one’s 3-in-1 unit. With this new setup, Tata claims a 50 percent reduction in packaging size, a 28 percent reduction in weight, and a 6 percent increase in efficiency. Despite the larger battery, this new drivetrain setup on the Punch EV has led to a weight increase of a mere 5kg over its predecessor.
Tata Punch EV new vs old: Real-world range
In our real-world range tests, the newer Tata Punch EV delivered much higher range than its predecessor. On average, the former goes 75km further than the latter on a single charge. This is because the more efficient drivetrain setup (see table below), coupled with the larger battery pack on the new Punch EV, has translated into going farther on a single charge.
Tata Punch EV new vs old: Efficiency
Tata Punch EV New
Tata Punch EV Old
City efficiency (km/kWh)
7.92
6.92
Highway efficiency (km/kWh)
7.29
6.17
Average efficiency (km/kWh)
7.61
6.54
Tata Punch EV new vs old: Prices
Tata Punch EV new vs old: Prices
Tata Punch EV New
Tata Punch EV Old
Long Range version price range (Rs lakh)
10.99 – 12.79
12.99 to 14.49
Despite the updates and higher real-world range, the new Tata Punch EV is much more affordable than the older model. In fact, depending on the variant chosen, the former is up to Rs 2 lakh cheaper than the latter.
Autocar India’s range testing
Before our real-world range tests, the battery of our test car was fully charged, and we maintained tyre pressures in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. The car was driven on a weekday in Mumbai city and on the adjoining state highway in a fixed loop, and we maintained the set average speeds. At the end of each cycle, we calculated the range based on the percentage charge consumed.
Throughout our tests, the climate control was set to 22deg C in a full-auto setting, and other electricals, such as the audio system, indicators and ventilated front seats, were used when required, just as a regular user would. We take pride in our testing data, which isn’t merely consistent but also gives users an accurate indication of what they can expect in the real world.
MSCI Rebalancing : CAS लागू होने के बाद MSCI की आज पहली रीबैलेंसिंग होगी लॉरस लैब्स,लेंसकार्ट,अदाणी एनर्जी सॉल्यूशंस और ग्रो इस इंडेक्स में शामिल होंगे,वहीं बालकृष्ण इंडस्ट्रीज, SBI कार्ड्स और एस्ट्रल इससे बाहर होंगे। MSCI में भारत के वेटेज में भी हल्की बढ़त होगी। इसके चलते आखिरी आधे घंटे में बाजार में तेज उतार-चढ़ाव संभव है।
आज MSCI एडजेस्टमेंट: क्यों रहें सतर्क?
CAS लागू होने के बाद यह पहली MSCI पैसिव रीबैलेंसिंग होगी। MSCI रीबैलेंसिंग के जरिये CAS का इम्तिहान होगा। पुराने VWAP तरीके के ट्रैकिंग एरर से बचने के लिए CAS आया है। CAS के तहत 3:30 पर एक सिंगल Equilibrium प्राइस क्लोजिंग भाव होता है। पैसिव फंड्स के आखिरी 8 मिनट में ही खरीदारी/बिकवाली के सौदे करने की उम्मीद है।
क्या हैं एक्सपर्ट्स के फीडबैक?
कैश सेगमेंट के शेयरों में सामान्य कारोबार की उम्मीद है। वायदा वाले कैश शेयरों में उतार-चढ़ाव दिख सकता है। पैसिव फंड्स की ओर से 3:15 तक खरीदारी संभव है। लेकिन ऐसा हुआ तो ट्रैकिंग एरर का रिस्क होगा। 3:20 से 3:28 pm तक पैसिव फंड्स ऑर्डर डाल सकते हैं। ऑर्डर विंडो 3:28 से 3:30 pm के बीच कभी भी बंद होगी। 3:30 से 3:35 pm के बीच ऑर्डर मैचिंग और क्लोजिंग प्राइस डिस्कवरी होगी।
क्या हैं रिस्क?
इससे लिक्विडिटी में कमी नजर आ सकती है। संस्थागत निवेशकों, रिटेल, प्रॉपराइटरी भागीदारी कम हो सकती है। 3:15 के बाद ऑर्डर मैचिंग लिए पर्याप्त लिक्विडिटी नहीं रह सकती है। पैसिव फंड्स के ट्रैकिंग एरर का रिस्क रहेगा। ट्रैकिंग एरर कम करने के लिए पैसिव फंड्स को दूसरे दिन भी सौदे करने होंगे।
बाजार पर एक नजर
US-ईरान टेंशन और बढ़ती US बॉन्ड यील्ड ने बाजार का मूड बिगाड़ दिया है। कुछ रिकवरी के बावजूद निफ्टी करीब 100 प्वाइंट नीचे है और 24000 को बचाने की कोशिश कर रहा है। मिडकैप-स्मॉलकैप में दबाव ज्यादा है। INDIA VIX करीब 5 परसेंट ऊपर है। क्रूड भी 90 डॉलर के करीब है। HDFC बैंक के नए MD & CEO के लिए SBI के पूर्व चेयरमैन दिनेश खारा के नाम पर विचार किया जा रहा है। मीडिया रिपोर्ट्स के मुताबिक SBI के दूसरे टॉप मैनेजमेंट पर भी HDFC बैंक के बोर्ड की नजर है। CNBC-TV18 की इस एक्सक्लूसिव खबर के बाद शेयर दिन की ऊंचाई से 3 परसेंट नीचे दिख रहा है।
अदाणी ग्रुप शेयरों में तेज बिकवाली आई है। अदाणी एंटरप्राइजेज करीब 6 परसेंट टूटकर निफ्टी का टॉप लूजर बना है। वहीं अदाणी पोर्ट, अदाणी एनर्जी, अदानी गैस में भी 2-4 परसेंट की गिरावट है। मजबूत डॉलर और बॉन्ड यील्ड से मेटल शेयरों में गिरावट आई है। निफ्टी का मेटल इंडेक्स करीब 2 परसेंट कमजोर दिख रहा है। नालको, वेदांता, टाटा स्टील, हिंडाल्को जैसे शेयर 2 से 4 परसेंट नीचे कारोबार कर रहे हैं।
मेटल के बाद कैपिटल मार्केट शेयरों में सबसे तगड़ी बिकवाली आई है। यह इंडेक्स करीब 1.5 परसेंट फिसला है। एंजेल ब्रोकिंग और बीएसई 5 परसेंट तक नीचे हैं। वहीं IT शेयरों में भी कमजोरी है। इंफोसिस और विप्रो निफ्टी के टॉप लूजर्स में शामिल हैं। साथ ही रियल्टी, डिफेंस, PSU बैंक और कंज्यूमर ड्यूरेबल्स में भी बिकवाली देखने को मिली है। DAM कैपिटल की बुलिश रिपोर्ट के बाद शुगर शेयरों में जोरदार तेजी आई है। बलरामपुर चीनी 12 परसेंट ऊपर है। दूसरे शुगर शेयर भी 5 परसेंट तक उछले हैं।
The event dates for India Bike Week, touted to be the country’s largest motorcycle festival, has been announced to be December 4 and 5, 2026. The festival is returning to Panchgani, Maharashtra for the second year in a row, away from Vagator, Goa. Last year, the change happened after local zilla parishad election dates conflicted with the event dates.
Consists of races, launches, food and gear stalls and more
Registrations to races are separate from event registrations
Ride to the event and merch have also been teased
India Bike 2026: What’s in store?
Stunt shows, live music, camping, and more
Besides the location change seemingly sticking, the itinerary remains as packed as ever with two days of various events catering to motorcyclists and motorcycle enthusiasts of all kinds. According to the schedule posted on the organisation’s website, there are five different race events, three music performances (artists line-up yet to be revealed), and other staples like food and gear stalls. The races vary between dirt, off-road, time trial, and arena. Each race requires separate registrations and registering to the races are separate from registering for the event itself. Riders interested in racing will need to have an FMSCI licence, although the website clarifies that a one-time licence can be obtained when signing up for one (or more) of the races.
There are also events scheduled for custom builds, stunt shows, and camping and bonfire. IBW is also organising rides to the event from all major cities, and have announced event-specific merch too. However, registrations and further details on all of these are yet to be revealed. If you’re hearing about IBW for the first time, the organisers clarify that owning a motorcycle is not a criterion to attend the event, and it’s open to fans from all walks of life.
Last year, refunds on the tickets were offered when the venue changed from Goa to Maharashtra. This time, the website clarifies that the tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. More information should be available closer to the dates, and can be found on the brand’s website and social media pages.
Bajaj has become the second electric vehicle manufacturer in India to cross the 3 lakh sales mark. As per Vahan data, the Pune-based manufacturer of the Chetak e-scooter and Yulu e-bikes has delivered a total of 3.02 lakh units between January and August 2026. This is a first for the brand, and marks a 68 percent growth compared to last year. It also makes Bajaj the second e-2W OEM to do so, after market leader TVS, which crossed the same milestone last month.
Bajaj currently sells five EV scooter models via the Chetak brand
August sales have increased by 210 percent compared to last year
TVS stays ahead of Bajaj by about 50,000 units
Ather is about 75,000 units behind, with the Konarc expected to help
Bajaj Auto retail sales data, Vahan (as of August 30, 2026)
Year
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August (1-30)
2026
26,575
26,344
47,753
34,600
39,542
43,529
45,860
37,976
2025
22,137
22,242
36,582
19,818
22,641
23,986
20,557
12,246
Percentage increase
20
18
31
75
75
81
123
210
At present, TVS is 51,063 units ahead of Bajaj, having sold 3.53 lakh units till August end. Ather, third in sales at 2.27 lakh units, and has just launched the mass-market Konarc, is also expected to surpass 3 lakh sales close to November this year. The number of units sold so far gives Bajaj a 22 percent share of the market, putting it ahead of Ather Energy (17 percent) and behind TVS (26 percent).
Bajaj currently has a five-variant Chetak portfolio comprising the Chetak C2501 as the entry-level offering and the C3501 as the brand’s current flagship EV. As the monthly retail sales data table above indicates, Bajaj’s highest single-month sales were in March 2026 which was the first time that sales crossed the 40,000 sales mark. Since then, it has crossed that figure two more times, in June and in July.
Upcoming festival season expected to help increase sales
Bajaj is expected to sell up to 4.5 lakh units by year end
With the festive season to kick off soon, expect Bajaj to add another 1.25-1.50 lakh units in the next four months. This will take the company’s total e-2W retail sales to a record 4.25-4.50 lakh sales for the year. The topper, TVS is on track to be the first Indian EV manufacturer to sell 5 lakh units this year. Bajaj will also be well ahead of Ather, which is expected to register record retail sales of an estimated 3.50 lakh units.
Nevertheless, both Bajaj and TVS, will be keenly watching the market response to the Ather Konarc. The Konarc’s base variant has been priced at Rs 99,999, about Rs 4,000-5,000 more than both Bajaj and TVS’ entry level offerings. Vida, fourth in sales, also thus has the incentive to watch the customer response to the Ather Konarc.
Until fairly recently, the 125cc segment in India was dominated by simple, no-frills commuters. However, that’s begun to change, with manufacturers introducing models that add more character, features and performance to the mix while still keeping prices in check. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up the most powerful 125cc motorcycles you can currently buy in India for under Rs 1 lakh.
All prices are ex-showroom, Delhi.
1. Honda SP 125
10.9hp – Rs 97,335 onwards
The 123.94cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine on the Honda SP 125 produces a modest 10.9hp and 10.9Nm. As part of its 2025 update to meet OBD2B emission norms, it also gained the Bluetooth-enabled 4.2-inch TFT display from the Activa 125, along with a USB charging port.
Launched in 2021, the TVS Raider 125 played a key role in redefining what a 125cc bike could look and feel like. With its sporty design and a larger-than-usual presence for a commuter, it’s a motorcycle aimed at younger riders.
Power comes from a 124.8cc single-cylinder engine producing 11.4hp and 11.2Nm. We’ve tested the Raider on both the track and the street, and its engine impresses with tractable performance for daily commuting, along with a playful edge that keeps things entertaining.
Equipment levels are strong too, with an LCD unit, two ride modes (Eco and Power) that adjust the rev limit and TVS’s Glide Through Technology. There are seven variants in total, all using the same engine, and only the top-end SX variant crosses the Rs 1 lakh mark at Rs 1.01 lakh.
The Glamour X launched late last year, with cruise control functionality being the headlining feature for this humble 125cc commuter. Unheard of in two or three segments above, Hero managed to plonk this convenience feature in a 125cc along with a few others such as riding modes and a segmented colour LCD dash. Priced from Rs 88,517, the base variant misses out on a front-disc brake and some standout features. However, the top variant with all the tech is priced at Rs 96,876. It comes powered by a 124.7cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder engine producing 11.5hp and 10.5Nm. This engine is shared with the Xtreme 125R.
4. Hero Xtreme 125R
11.5hp – Rs 98,425 onwards
The Hero Xtreme 125R is powered by a 124.7cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine producing 11.5hp and 10.5Nm. Much of its visual appeal comes from the fact that it borrows heavily from its larger sibling, the Xtreme 160 – including a chassis based on that bike and the same 37mm telescopic fork. The Xtreme 125R is offered in three variants, with only the IBS (Integrated Braking System) version priced under Rs 1 lakh.
At long last, Bajaj has updated the Classic Pulsar range, and it has moved on to the second generation after 25 years. It would be wrong to say that the models weren’t updated over the years, since the first Pulsar came out with a round headlight, and subsequently, the Classic Pulsar range moved on to the iconic ‘Wolf-eye’ design. Now, in 2026, Bajaj has launched a new generation of the Pulsar 125 that is also the most powerful motorcycle in its segment. It comes with a brand-new 124.58cc single-cylinder air/oil-cooled engine producing 12.1hp at 8,500rpm (a gain of 0.3hp) and 11.4Nm at 6,500rpm (a gain of 0.6Nm). This makes it the most powerful 125cc motorcycle, and it also comes generously equipped with features such as an LED headlight and a TFT dash on the top variants.
JSW MG Motor India has appointed Parth Jindal as chairman with immediate effect. Jindal has been a board member of the company – a joint venture between JSW Group and SAIC Motor – since its formation and has been involved in its product strategy, manufacturing expansion and localisation programme.
Parth Jindal’s role at JSW
Jindal holds several senior positions across the JSW Group. He is managing director of JSW Cement and JSW Paints, chairman of JSW Dulux and a director on the board of JSW Energy. He is also the founder of JSW Sports and chairman and co-owner of the Indian Premier League team Delhi Capitals.
JSW MG Motor India is a joint venture between JSW Group and SAIC Motor. The company says it has sold more than 1.5 lakh electric vehicles since its first EV launch, with the MG Windsor being its bestselling EV in India.
The appointment comes as JSW MG expands its electric vehicle portfolio and manufacturing operations in India.
Market news : US में बॉन्ड यील्ड बढ़ने और क्रूड में उछाल से भारतीय बाजार के सेंटिमेंट कमजोर दिख रहे हैं। गिफ्ट निफ्टी 100 प्वाइंट से ज्यादा नीचे आ गया है। शुक्रवार को FIIs की कैश और वायदा मिलाकर 5600 करोड़ रुपये से ज्यादा की बिकवाली देखने को मिली। इनके नेट शॉर्ट कॉन्ट्रैक्ट फिर दो लाख के पार चले गए हैं। यहां हम आपके लिए तमाम समाचार प्लेटफॉर्मों पर चल रही आज की ऐसी अहम खबरों की एक सूची जारी कर रहें हैं जो भारतीय और अंतर्राष्ट्रीय बाजारों को प्रभावित कर सकते हैं।
मार्केट ओवरव्यू
28 अगस्त को उतार-चढ़ाव भरे सेशन में भारतीय इक्विटी इंडेक्स बढ़त के साथ बंद हुए और लगातार दो दिनों की गिरावट का सिलसिला खत्म होगा। IT शेयरों में बढ़त की वजह से निफ्टी 24,150 के ऊपर बंद होने में कामयाब रहा था। कारोबार के अंत में सेंसेक्स 330.92 अंक या 0.43 प्रतिशत बढ़कर 77,264.51 पर और निफ्टी 84.80 अंक या 0.35 प्रतिशत बढ़कर 24,175.65 पर बंद हुआ। वीकली बेसिस पर देखें तो मार्केट में लगातार तीसरे हफ्ते गिरावट जारी रही। बीते हफ्ते BSE सेंसेक्स और निफ्टी50 दोनों में 0.3% की गिरावट आई। ब्रॉडर मार्केट का प्रदर्शन बेंचमार्क इंडेक्स के मुकाबले कमजोर रहा और निफ्टी मिडकैप और स्मॉलकैप इंडेक्स में बहुत कम बदलाव के साथ कारोबार खत्म हुआ
एफआईआई और डीआईआई फंड फ्लो
28 अगस्त को विदेशी संस्थागत निवेशकों (FIIs) ने 5,000 करोड़ रुपये से ज़्यादा के शेयर बेचे,लेकिन घरेलू संस्थागत निवेशकों (DIIs) ने 5,183 करोड़ रुपये के शेयर खरीदकर इसकी भरपाई कर दी और लगातार 14वें दिन भी खरीदारी जारी रखी।
अमेरिकी डॉलर के मुकाबले एशियाई करेंसी में मिला-जुला असर दिख रहा है। इंडोनेशियाई रुपिया 0.29% और जापानी येन 0.09% मजबूत हुए हैं। दक्षिण कोरियाई वॉन में 0.04% की गिरावट आई है,जबकि फिलीपींस पेसो 0.10% कमजोर हुआ है। थाई बाहत 0.19% और ताइवान डॉलर 0.17% गिरे हैं। चीनी रेनमिनबी में 0.14% की नरमी आई हैं,जबकि मलेशियाई रिंगित 0.20% टूटा है। सिंगापुर डॉलर भी 0.02% नीचे आया है।
वेस्ट एशिया टेंशन और बढ़ी
वेस्ट एशिया टेंशन और बढ़ गई है। लारक द्वीप पर अमेरिकी हमले के बाद ईरान का पलटवार हुआ है। ईरान ने जॉर्डन में अमेरिकी ठिकानों को निशाना बनाया है। ईरान के सुप्रीम लीडर र्मोजतबा खामेनेई ने कहा है कि डॉलर की भूमिका धीरे-धीरे खत्म करने की जरूरत है। इधर क्रूड 90 डॉलर के पार चला गया है।
US फेड चेयरमैन ने दिए दरें बढ़ाने के संकेत, बॉन्ड यील्ड 4.7 के पार, डॉलर इडेक्स में उछाल
US फेड चेयरमैन केविन वॉर्श ने दरें बढ़ाने के संकेत दिए हैं। उन्होंने कहा है कि महंगाई लक्ष्य से ज्यादा रही तो कदम उठाने पड़ेंगे। इस बयान के बाद बॉन्ड यील्ड 4.7 के पार चली गई है। डॉलर इंडेक्स में भी उछाल आया है। सोना-चांदी ठंडे पड़े हैं। अमेरिकी बाजार भी कमजोरी के साथ बंद हुए। वहीं एशिया भी कमजोर दिख रहा है। निक्केई और कॉस्पी 2% फिसले हैं।
सबसे बड़े IPO का रास्ता हुआ साफ
देश के सबसे बड़े IPO का रास्ता साफ हो गया है। सेबी ने जियो प्लैटफॉर्म्स के IPO को मंजूरी दे दी है। जियो प्लैटफॉर्म्स 27 करोड़ फ्रेश शेयर जारी करेगी। इस रकम का इस्तेमाल कर्ज चुकाने में होगा।
HDFC बैंक से रिटायर होंगे शशिधर जगदीशन
शशिधर जगदीशन दोबारा HDFC बैंक के MD&CEO नहीं बनेंगे। ये 26 अक्टूबर को रिटायर होंगे। उन्होंने कहा है कि वे दोबारा नियुक्ति नहीं चाहते। उन्होंने बैंक के बोर्ड से कहा है कि उत्तराधिकारी तलाश करने का प्रोसेस तेज किया जाए।
सुभाष चंद्रा के रीपेमेंट प्लान का विरोध
ज़ी एंटरटेनमेंट एंटरप्राइजेज की और से बड़ी खबर आई है। सुभाष चंद्रा के रीपेमेंट प्लान का विरोध किया गया है। NCLT के फैसले को कैनरा, HDFC बैंक और LIC हाउसिंग फाइनेंस चुनौती देंगे।
MSCI की आज रीबैलेंसिंग
आखिरी आधे घंटे में आज MSCI की रीबैलेंसिंग होगी। लॉरस लैब्स,लेंसकार्ट,अदाणी एनर्जी सॉल्यूशंस और ग्रो शामिल होंगे। वहीं बालकृष्ण इंडस्ट्रीज, SBI कार्ड्स और एस्ट्रल बाहर होंगे। MSCI में भारत के वेटेज में भी हल्की बढ़त होगी।
August was a busy month for the Indian car market, bringing several new models ajd variants, as well as updates. The BMW X1 LWB and MG Hector Tomahawk EV and PHEV were among the fresh launches, while the Mahindra Scorpio N received a mid-lifecycle update. The Mahindra BE 6 gained the ‘Sporteq’ suffix, while three existing models added new trims: the Range Rover SV Ultra, BYD Sealion 7 Dynamic and Skoda Kylaq Sportline. After such a packed August, September is also set to see more car launches.
Kia Sorento
Launch: September 4
The Kia Sorento will be the brand’s new flagship ICE model in India, and it will be offered with both strong-hybrid and diesel powertrains. The 1.6-litre strong-hybrid version will produce 238hp and 380Nm, while the 2-litre diesel will make 202hp and 441Nm.
The Sorento gets Kia’s signature Tiger Nose grille, large vertical LED headlights with Y-shaped LED daytime running lamps (DRLs), LED fog lamps and vertical aero vents at the edges. Kia has not revealed the alloy wheel size yet, but they are likely to be 19-inch units. At the rear, the Sorento gets squarish tail-lamps with an inverted L-shaped LED signature, a large roof spoiler and a two-tone bumper.
Inside, there is a connected panel housing the infotainment and instrument cluster screens. Kia has not revealed their sizes, but both are likely to be 12.3-inch units. Other features seen in the official images include ADAS, ventilated front seats, a digital interior rearview mirror (IRVM), an electrically operated tailgate, dual-zone climate control, ambient lighting and a panoramic sunroof.
The Sorento is expected to be available in both 6- and 7-seat layouts. Kia has already started accepting bookings for the Sorento and upon launch, it will compete with the Skoda Kodiaq, Volkswagen Tayron and Jeep Meridian.
Maruti Baleno facelift
Launch: September 5
The Maruti Baleno is currently in its second generation, which was launched in 2022, and is due for an update. Previous spy shots of the Baleno facelift have suggested a redesigned front end with a new grille featuring a horizontal bar in the centre connecting the headlights. Test mules have also shown a new bumper without the front fog lamps seen on the current model.
Image credit: Harsh Vlogs via YouTube.
From the side, the only expected change is a new alloy wheel design. At the rear, the facelift could get a redesigned bumper, while the tail-lights are likely to remain unchanged. Inside, the Baleno could retain the current 9-inch touchscreen; however, update the upholstery and add new features.
Image credit: Harsh Vlogs via YouTube.
Under the hood, the facelifted Baleno is expected to continue with the existing powertrain options. These include a 90hp 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT choices, along with a 77.5hp CNG version available only with the manual gearbox. It will continue to rival the Tata Altroz, Hyundai i20 and Toyota Glanza.
BMW 7 Series, i7 facelifts
Launch: September 11
BMW opened bookings for the facelifted 7 Series and i7 flagship sedans on August 1, soon after their global debut earlier this year. In India, the company currently sells the 740i petrol and 740d diesel versions of the 7 Series, along with the eDrive 50 and M70 xDrive variants of the all-electric i7. These versions get several updates with the facelift, although BMW is yet to confirm which variants will be introduced in here.
In international markets, the facelifted 740i and 740d continue with their 3.0-litre straight-six engines, but with uprated outputs. The 740i makes 400hp and 580Nm, up by 19hp and 60Nm, while the 740d develops 313hp and 670Nm, an increase of 27hp and 20Nm. Both continue to use 48V mild-hybrid systems, 8-speed automatic gearboxes and BMW’s xDrive all-wheel-drive system. The i7 also gets a larger 112.4kWh battery in both variants, up from 101.7kWh. The lower 50 trim now comes only with xDrive all-wheel drive instead of rear-wheel drive and produces 455hp and 660Nm, up by 6hp and 10Nm. The M70 xDrive now makes 680hp and 1,100Nm, gaining 30hp and 85Nm. Charging speeds have also improved.
Visually, the updated 7 Series and i7 have a more monolithic look. They get new split LED headlights, slimmer and more upright kidney grilles with an illuminated surround, and larger bumper air intakes. The side profile remains largely unchanged apart from the side skirts and alloy wheels, while the rear gets new wraparound LED tail-lamps, a redesigned tailgate and a revised bumper.
Inside, BMW has redesigned the dashboard around a 17.9-inch infotainment touchscreen, a 14.6-inch passenger display and a pillar-to-pillar Panoramic Vision display at the base of the windscreen. The steering wheel is now a four-spoke unit, similar to those used in BMW’s Neue Klasse models, while the centre console and transmission tunnel have also been updated.
Rear passengers get powered seats with heating, ventilation, massage and lumbar support. The 31.3-inch 8K Theatre Screen can now be operated by touch, while the rear-door displays have also been updated to control the rear-seat experience. Other key features include ambient lighting, a Bowers & Wilkins surround sound system and 4-zone climate control. The BMW luxury sedan competes directly with the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, which also received a facelift this year.
Porsche Cayenne Electric
Debut: September 30
Porsche announced prices for the Cayenne Electric in November last year, and the SUV is now set for its physical showcase. The standard Cayenne Electric is priced at Rs 1.77 crore, while the range-topping Turbo Electric costs Rs 2.27 crore (both ex-showroom).
Both trims of the Porsche Cayenne Electric get a 113kWh battery and a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup as standard. The more powerful Turbo Electric produces 1,156hp and 1,500Nm with Launch Control, allowing it to sprint from 0-100kph in 2.5 seconds before reaching an electronically limited top speed of 260kph. It has a claimed WLTP range of 537km. Whereas, the standard Cayenne Electric makes 442hp and 835Nm with Launch Control, does 0-100kph in 4.8 seconds and has an electronically limited top speed of 230kph. Its claimed WLTP range stands at 542km.
The Cayenne Electric keeps a similar overall shape to the ICE-powered Cayenne. However, the EV gets a closed-off grille, with two air vents on either side of the bumper to cool the battery and electrical components. These vents are larger on the Turbo trim. At the rear, there is a full-width LED light bar with illuminated Porsche lettering. The bumper has also been redesigned with horizontal black elements.
Inside, the Cayenne Electric gets a three-spoke steering wheel and digital driver’s display, similar to the ICE model. Porsche has also added a new 14.5-inch curved touchscreen infotainment system that flows into the centre console. An optional 14.9-inch passenger display is also available at an additional cost. Other features include 8-way electrically adjustable front seats, four-zone automatic climate control, ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof and wireless phone charging.
Inside, the Cayenne Electric gets a three-spoke steering wheel and digital driver’s display, similar to the ICE model. Porsche has also added a new 14.5-inch curved touchscreen infotainment system that flows into the centre console. An optional 14.9-inch passenger display is also available at an additional cost. Other features include 8-way electrically adjustable front seats, four-zone automatic climate control, ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof and wireless phone charging.