Brands
Funskool rolls out sizzling summer lineup ranging from Rs 249 to Rs 2,749 to keep kids creating, crafting and conquering
MUMBAI: Summer holidays just got a serious upgrade—Funskool India has launched a fresh collection of toys and games designed to turn living rooms into labs of creativity. On 12 May 2025, the country’s homegrown toy giant dropped a lineup that caters to everyone from toddlers to teens, covering roleplay, puzzles, crafts and action.
This year’s release features a rich mix of new titles under in-house brands like Giggles, Handycrafts, Play & Learn, and Fundough. Highlights include Fundough Mega Cake Factory, Fundough Breakfast Set, Scotland Yard Deluxe, Scotland Yard Junior, Triominos, Sequence for Kids, Dobble Kids, Cube Conquer, and Rummikub Joy.
For younger children, Giggles delivers sensory-rich options like Wooden Wonderland Playgym, Unicorn Xylophone, Bee Blossom Stacker, and Wobbles Train Express. Animal Squeakers—available in sets of two and four—round out the toddler range.
Crafty minds can dive into Canvas Art Fantasy, Peppa Pig Scrapbook kits and finger-painting inspired by the Animal Kingdom under the Handycrafts label. Puzzle lovers are in for a challenge too, with additions like the Fairy 4-in-1 Puzzle (120 pieces), Panda Puzzle (300 pieces), and the detailed Colosseum Puzzle (1,000 pieces)—all built with durable, interlocking cardboard.
And for superhero fans? The Batmobile makes its entrance, ready to drive up playtime action.
“At Funskool, our passion lies in creating safe, high-quality toys that spark imagination and learning. Our focus on innovation ensures that every new launch brings fresh excitement to playtime while supporting a child’s growth and development,” said Funskool India CEO K. A. Shabir.
The new range is now available across retail outlets, with prices spanning Rs 249 to Rs 2,749.
Brands
KKR sixes to power EV charger rollout under VIDA campaign
Cricket meets clean mobility as big hits spark India’s charging growth
NEW DELHI: VIDA, the electric mobility arm of Hero MotoCorp, has teamed up with Kolkata Knight Riders to launch a campaign that turns cricketing flair into real-world impact.
Titled ‘6 for 6’, the initiative promises to install a 6kW fast EV charger for every six hit by KKR during the ongoing Indian Premier League season. The idea is simple but powerful, as each big hit on the field contributes directly to expanding India’s fast-charging infrastructure.
The campaign builds on VIDA’s growing network, which already spans over 5,300 fast-charging points across more than 430 cities. With EV adoption gaining pace, the brand is using cricket’s mass appeal to accelerate both awareness and infrastructure growth.
Explaining the thinking behind the move, Hero MotoCorp emerging mobility business unit chief business officer Kausalya Nandakumar said, “Cricket has an incredible ability to unite and inspire millions across the country. With the ‘6 for 6’ campaign, we are turning every big hit on the field into a step towards a cleaner and a more accessible mobility future.”
She added that VIDA’s expanding fast-charging network and removable battery technology are designed to make EV ownership more convenient and practical for everyday users.
From the franchise’s side, the campaign is also about giving on-field moments a larger purpose. Kolkata Knight Riders chief executive officer Venky Mysore said, “The ‘6 for 6’ campaign exemplifies the potential of sport as a platform for meaningful, real-world impact. By linking every six to the expansion of EV charging infrastructure, this partnership transforms fan excitement into tangible progress.”
As part of the rollout, VIDA has introduced co-branded charging stations in KKR’s signature colours, with a flagship installation unveiled alongside team players. The chargers are designed for quick top-ups, powering VIDA scooters from zero to 80 percent in about an hour, while also being positioned along key highways to support longer journeys.
The initiative also taps into VIDA’s removable battery system, which allows users to charge using standard household plug points, adding flexibility to the charging ecosystem.
By blending the thrill of cricket with the urgency of clean mobility, VIDA and KKR have found a neat way to make every six count twice, once on the scoreboard and again on India’s road to an electric future.
