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SG Analytics brings in Sid Banerjee as advisory board member
Mumbai: Research and data analytics services SG Analytics has brought on board Sid Banerjee as an advisory board member.
The company has been strengthening its senior leadership team by bringing in Dr Chiranjiv Roy (SVP – data analytics & Tmtechnology) Ankit Rastogi (head – Fmfinancial services & consulting), Nishant Singh (SVP – products) and Kulwinder Singh (CMO) in the last twelve months.
With over three decades of industry experience, Banerjee is an accomplished and experienced professional who has worked with global firms like Deutsche Bank, Credit Suisse and IHS Markit. Till recently, he was on the advisory board of Bridgei2i, now part of Accenture’s Applied Intelligence practice. Banerjee played a key role in facilitating their stake sell.
“We are very happy to welcome Sid to advise SG company through our future phases of growth. Sid’s expertise in key areas will play a valuable role in guiding strategic decisions and broadening our client relationships. I am confident Sid’s addition will give rise to new and exciting opportunities and help strengthen SG Analytics’ commitment as a trusted insights and analytics partner,” said SG Analytics founder & CEO Sushant Gupta.
Banerjee brings in a diversity of thoughts and a global network to help broaden SGA’s horizons for engaging with constituencies and stakeholders outside of its conventional realm.
On his joining, Sid Banerjee affirmed, “I am delighted to share that I’m starting a new and exciting journey as Advisory Board Member at SG Analytics. I have known Sushant for many years and have seen how he has shaped this organization from a research company to an impact company which includes stellar work in AI, ML, research, data science, and ESG space. I am excited to be part of this team and keen to play my role in enabling SGA to scale new heights.”
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Hyundai Venue crosses 1 lakh bookings, adds HX8 Diesel AT variant
New top-spec automatic diesel trim brings ventilated seats, OTA updates and paddle shifters.
MUMBAI: Hyundai Venue just hit the jackpot and upgraded the prize because when you cross 1 lakh bookings, you don’t just celebrate, you throw in paddle shifters and ventilated seats for the ride. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) announced that the all-new Hyundai Venue has achieved 1 lakh bookings, cementing its strong position in the compact SUV segment. To mark the milestone and further enhance customer choice, the company introduced the new HX8 Diesel Automatic (AT) variant.
The HX8 Diesel AT is powered by the proven U2 1.5L CRDi diesel engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. It adds a host of premium comfort, safety and convenience features, including:
- Ventilated front seats
- Dual-tone leatherette seats with VENUE branding
- Electric 4-way driver seat adjust
- Controller Over-the-Air (OTA) updates
- Hyundai Bluelink connected car technology
- Electric parking brake with auto hold
- Rear disc brakes
- Ambient lighting on crash pad and central console
- Drive mode select (Eco, Normal, Sport)
- Traction control modes (Sand, Mud, Snow)
- Paddle shifters
HMIL, managing director & CEO Tarun Garg said, “We are delighted that the new Hyundai Venue has crossed 1 lakh bookings, reaffirming the strong trust Indian customers place in our brand. The introduction of the new HX8 Diesel Automatic variant further strengthens the Venue lineup, offering customers the perfect blend of diesel efficiency, torque-rich performance and effortless convenience.”
Backed by Hyundai’s extensive sales and service network, the Venue continues to appeal to buyers seeking a feature-rich, comfortable and future-ready compact SUV. The new variant reinforces HMIL’s focus on delivering advanced technology, safety, comfort and value while adapting to evolving customer preferences.
In a segment where bookings are the real horsepower, Hyundai isn’t just counting milestones, it’s handing drivers an automatic upgrade that makes every journey feel like the victory lap.
