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Thanos Technologies launches new manufacturing facility and corporate office
Mumbai: Thanos Technologies, a pioneer in agricultural drone technology, launched its new corporate office and production facility in Jeedimetla, Hyderabad on 15 April 2024. This strategic expansion is a milestone for Thanos and a major step towards its aim to transform agricultural practices with innovative drone technologies.
The state-of-the-art facility is a testament to Thanos’s commitment to meet the evolving needs of farmers across India. It boasts an initial annual production capacity of 3000 drones, with plans for further scalability to match the increasing market demands. Additionally, in the last six months, Thanos has doubled its workforce, recruiting experts across various sectors to enhance customer experience, particularly in after-sales service and production and training support. The company is also actively channeling investments into its technology team to bolster and broaden its production capabilities for the development of technologically advanced agricultural solutions.
“We are thrilled to announce the launch of our production facility and corporate office in Hyderabad. In the last fiscal year, we have witnessed tremendous growth and significant traction in the local market. At present, we are operating in different states of India, and in the current fiscal year we aim to penetrate international markets specifically Southeast Asia and Africa.” said Thanos Technologies founder and chief executive officer Pradeep Palelli.
As part of the expansion strategy, the company intends to raise its first round of investment to enhance its products with newer technologies, scale up operations, and reach more customers nationally and internationally. Furthermore, Thanos is dedicated to securing certifications for three new agricultural spraying drone models this year, expanding the customer base. The company also plans to deploy its in-house developed mapping drones for agricultural intelligence, offering farmers valuable insights for enhanced crop management.
Furthermore, with a sales target of 2500 drones for the current fiscal year and anticipated usage of more than 10,000 drones by FY 2026–2027, Thanos is dedicated to promoting sustainable agriculture innovation and empowerment.
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Spinny celebrates Sachin Tendulkar’s 53rd birthday with offer
Customers get Rs 3,500 voucher with car purchases in limited-period campaign.
MUMBAI: Not every birthday comes with a freebie but this one came with four wheels and a voucher. Spinny marked the 53rd birthday of Sachin Tendulkar with a customer-focused campaign titled “Master’s Birthday Treat”, blending nostalgia with a tangible incentive for buyers.
Under the limited-period offer, every customer purchasing a car received a Rs 3,500 TENxYOU voucher, adding an extra layer of value to the buying journey. The vouchers, redeemable across multiple lifestyle brands, extended the experience beyond the transaction into shopping, gifting and everyday indulgences.
The campaign leans on Tendulkar’s enduring image as the ‘Master Blaster’, aligning his legacy of trust and consistency with Spinny’s positioning as a transparent, seamless car-buying platform.
Rather than a conventional discount-led push, the initiative taps into emotion and familiarity, using a cultural icon to anchor engagement while offering a clear, measurable benefit to customers.
In an increasingly competitive digital auto retail market, the move reflects a broader strategy stand out not just on price or inventory, but on experience. By tying a celebratory moment to customer reward, Spinny is effectively turning a birthday tribute into a brand touchpoint.
Because sometimes, the best way to celebrate a legend is to give customers something to drive home literally.
