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The Hindu
a day ago
- General
- The Hindu
New officer takes charge of 6 Karnataka Naval Unit NCC in Udupi
Commander Aswin M. Rao took over as the new Commanding Officer of the 6 Karnataka Naval Unit NCC, Udupi, on Thursday, June 26. Cdr. Rao succeeded Lt. Commander M.A. Multani. Cdr. Rao, a native of Karkala in Udupi district, has been in Indian Navy for over 20 years. Commissioned as Air Electrical Officer in early 2000s, he has served in establishments namely INS Valsura, INS Sharada, NIAT Kochi, CEMILAC Bengaluru. He was involved in trails of helicopters namely ALH Mk1, ALH Mk III and Chetak. He received Chief of Naval Staff commendation while serving at NIAT, Kochi. Rao is an alumnus of NMAMIT, Nitte, and IIT Kanpur, an official release said.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Shalarth ID scam: 3 arrested from Bhandara
Nagpur: The Shalarth ID scam has taken a fresh twist as more malpractices surfaced in Bhandara district involving Vinod Education Society, operating as Vinod High School and Junior College of Arts and Science at Gose, Buj in taluka Paoni. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Police said the key accused is Chetak Dongre (44), acting secretary of the society and headmaster, who took over after his father Rajesh Dongre passed away in 2018. Chetak, along with Sadanand Jangde (45), a teacher whose approval proposal was sent to the deputy director of education, and Gangadhar Dongre (63), society secretary, have been arrested by the SIT formed to probe the Shalarth ID scam. Sadar police station senior inspector Manish Thakare, under DCP Rahul Madane, played a key role in the investigation. Chetak's mother, Parvatabai (75), society president, failed to appear for questioning on June 26, 2025, citing her age. The malpractices surfaced after accused Mahendra Kar's house was searched and documents seized by authorities. The scam allegedly involves forged Shalarth IDs to secure unauthorised teacher approvals, raising concerns about systemic fraud in educational institutions. Authorities are probing deeper into the society's operations, with further arrests and revelations expected as the investigation unfolds. Nagpur: The Shalarth ID scam has taken a fresh twist as more malpractices surfaced in Bhandara district involving Vinod Education Society, operating as Vinod High School and Junior College of Arts and Science at Gose, Buj in taluka Paoni. Police said the key accused is Chetak Dongre (44), acting secretary of the society and headmaster, who took over after his father Rajesh Dongre passed away in 2018. Chetak, along with Sadanand Jangde (45), a teacher whose approval proposal was sent to the deputy director of education, and Gangadhar Dongre (63), society secretary, have been arrested by the SIT formed to probe the Shalarth ID scam. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Sadar police station senior inspector Manish Thakare, under DCP Rahul Madane, played a key role. Chetak's mother, Parvatabai (75), society president, failed to appear for questioning on June 26, 2025, citing her age. The malpractices surfaced after accused Mahendra Kar's house was searched and documents seized by authorities. The scam allegedly involves forged Shalarth IDs to secure unauthorised teacher approvals, raising concerns about systemic fraud in educational institutions. Authorities are probing deeper into the society's operations, with further arrests and revelations expected as the investigation unfolds.
Mint
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Mint
TVS rejigs structure to change EV business head as new two-wheeler president takes charge
TVS Motor Co. Ltd has entrusted Aniruddha Haldar with managing the electric vehicle division, as the country's third-largest two-wheeler maker seeks to bolster its business in a segment where the top three companies account for nearly 70% of total sales. Haldar, a senior vice-president, succeeds Manu Saxena, a TVS veteran of over two decades, who has been tasked with leading product development and engineering for India and overseas markets, according to two people familiar with the development. TVS also appointed Vimal Sumbly, its current head of premium two-wheeler business, to oversee the domestic business of Norton, the UK-based motorcycle maker that TVS bought in 2020. These leadership changes follow TVS's appointment of Gaurav Gupta as president of its two-wheeler business in February. Before joining TVS, Gupta was the deputy managing director at JSW MG Motor India. 'The changes in the structure are effective this financial year, taking effect from April,' said one of the persons mentioned above. TVS entered the EV space in 2020 with the launch of the iQube electric scooter. Saxena, who has been with the company since 2004, has led it so far. Haldar, who is currently also heading TVS' commuter motorcycle business, has been with the company since October 2011. TVS confirmed the developments and explained its business structure in response toMint's queries. TVS has three business heads—Gaurav Gupta, president of the India two-wheeler business, Peyman Kargar, head of its international business, and Rajat Gupta, business head of commercial mobility—who report directly to the chief executive officer (CEO) Radhakrishnan. Two business heads—Vimal Sumbly, head of premium business (including Norton) and Aniruddha Haldar, head of commuter and EV business and head of corporate brand and media—report to Gupta. 'In other key leadership movements, Manu Saxena has taken up a new role as head—Global Product Planning, Design and NPD (2W),' the company said in a reply toMint's queries. The two-wheeler maker's presence in the electric ecosystem expanded to 237,576 scooters in FY25, capturing a 21% market share and growing by around 29% compared to the previous year. Out of the company's total revenue of ₹ 44,089 crore in the last fiscal, ₹ 3,364 crore came from the EV business. The company is fending off competition from Ola Electric Mobility Ltd and Bajaj Auto Ltd, who are fighting for market leadership over the last year. Bajaj, whose Chetak electric scooter helped double FY25 growth, reached sales of 230,806. TVS has taken strides in the electric scooter market during the current financial year, with it topping the sales chart in both April and May with 19,937 and 24,561 electric two-wheeler sales, respectively. With the company gaining market leadership in the electric two-wheeler segment, analysts have noted that TVS products are finding traction in the market. 'TVS Motor has established the iQube as a strong brand in the e2W segment, now offering three battery variants (2.2 kWh, 3.4 kWh and 5.1 kWh) and expanding its presence to approximately 950 dealerships,' Axis Securities analysts said in a 29 April note. The company has remained bullish on the electric scooter market, which, according to its chief executive officer, K.N. Radhakrishnan, will help push scooters' share in the overall two-wheeler market up. 'I think every time I look at it, because I used to say that with EV coming in for the scooter industry, the category share will go up. I think that is exactly what is happening,' Radhakrishnan told analysts during the firm's earnings call on 28 April. 'If you look at the scooter category share, it's now somewhere around 38%. It is likely to go up further because scooters have their own convenience, their own benefit, and with EV scooters, almost 1.2 million, whatever we have seen, I think we are expecting scooters to definitely grow,' he added. In FY25, the country saw scooter sales surge by 17% to 6.75 million units, which led to the overall growth of the two-wheeler market. Meanwhile, the company is also looking to tap the premium motorcycle market in the country with the introduction of Norton. The company acquired the UK premium motorcycle brand in 2020 in an all-cash deal for ₹ 153 crore. Since its acquisition, the company has invested more than ₹ 1,000 crore in the business. Norton will introduce its first product in the Indian market later this fiscal year. TVS share price surged by 21.2% in 2025 as against a 5% surge in Nifty Auto.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Love cars? Love bikes? You will surely want to live in this Kerala home made of old auto parts
In Kerala, a resourceful man is redefining home decor by ingeniously upcycling scrap car and bike parts. His home showcases a remarkable transformation of automotive remnants into functional art, including a Chetak scooter sofa and a dining table made of spanners. This unique residence, celebrated in a viral video, reflects his lifelong passion for automobiles and mechanical ingenuity. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads In a world of mass-produced furniture and Pinterest-perfect homes, one man in Kerala has taken home decor to a whole new level—using nothing but scrap from cars and bikes. Turning spare parts into style statements, this riding enthusiast has transformed his house into a living, breathing tribute to all things automotive. What started as a humble dream is now grabbing eyeballs online, thanks to a viral video with about 100 million views shared by Instagram user Priyam documented his visit to the unique home in Kerala, dubbing it the 'House of a Riding Enthusiast.' The video begins with him stepping through the gate, immediately spotting a bright red Yamaha fuel tank reimagined as a letterbox. It sets the tone for what's inside—a wonderland of upcycled parts from iconic Indian homeowner, a self-taught mechanic and former JCB operator, walks viewers through his personal museum of memories and machines. A dismantled Ambassador car has been cleverly converted into an outdoor seating space, while old tyres now serve as quirky window frames. Just above the entrance, a headlight setup made using the handle of a classic Bajaj Chetak lights the living room features a repurposed Chetak scooter sofa—complete with a glowing headlight—and a centre table crafted from a bike engine. There's even a wall clock built from a Maruti Swift's pressure plate and a chandelier made from a cycle wheel's rim. The home is more than a creative marvel—it's a deeply personal tribute to a lifelong passion for the ingenuity doesn't stop there. In the open kitchen, a round dining table made of spanners, nuts, and bolts leaves Priyam in awe. There's also a wash basin with a petrol pump nozzle as a faucet and a Mahindra steering wheel used to hang towels. A Swift car's shock absorber has been turned into a handheld lamp. And the most jaw-dropping of all? A Volkswagen car part turned into a refrigeratorThe homeowner, who once had no access to bikes or cars in his childhood, taught himself how to repair vehicles and now runs his own bike do you think of the interiors of the house?
Hindustan Times
20-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Bajaj Chetak 3001 vs Suzuki e Access: Range, specs and performance compared
The Bajaj Chetak 3001 has recently been introduced as a more budget-friendly option within the successful electric scooter lineup. With a price tag of ₹99,990 ex-showroom, this model establishes a new entry-level standard in the Chetak series, making it especially attractive to urban riders who are mindful of their expenses. On the other end, Suzuki Motorcycle India is gearing up to introduce the e Access. Prior to its launch, HT Auto had the opportunity to evaluate the electric scooter. Once it is launched, it will face competition from rivals including the Honda Activa e: and Ola S1 X+. Additionally, it will also contend with the recently launched Bajaj Chetak. Here is a quick comparison between the new Bajaj Chetak 3001 and the upcoming Suzuki e Access. The Suzuki e Access has not yet been launched, and the Japanese two-wheeler manufacturer has not disclosed its pricing. Nevertheless, it is anticipated to be priced competitively within the range of ₹1.10 lakh to ₹1.25 lakh (ex-showroom). At a starting price of ₹99,990, the Bajaj Chetak 3001 is priced very competitively. (Also read: Suzuki e Access vs Ather Rizta: Which electric scooter to pick for your daily commuting needs?) The Chetak 3001 comes with a 750W charger that allows it to recharge from 0 to 80 per cent in a time frame of 3 hours and 50 minutes. It does not come with fast charging capabilities. The Bajaj Chetak 3001 is equipped with a 3 kWh battery pack, which has a claimed range of 127 km. The top speed of the Bajaj Chetak 3001 is 63 kmph. In comparison to the soon-to-be-released Suzuki e Access, also equipped with a 3 kWh battery but only achieving a range of 95 km due to its less energy-dense LFP cells. The battery pack takes 6 hours and 42 minutes to be fully charged and there is also fast charging support that takes 2 hours and 45 minutes. The e Access has a top speed of 71 kmph.
