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AIWA India unveils new sound bar range
Mumbai: The newest sound bar range from audio technology pioneer AIWA India is here to improve the quality of your home theater experience. The new soundbars offer unparalleled audio performance and versatility to satisfy a broad range of customer needs. They are available in three different SKUs: KANDO, KABUKI, SATORI.
Let’s dive into the features of each model:
KANDO (AW-SSB120): This soundbar brings listeners to a world of immersive music that incites powerful emotions. It is named after the Japanese word meaning deep emotional connection and appreciation.
The 120W output power and 2.1 channel design of the KANDO soundbar allow it to be used with a wide range of devices, including TVs, DVD players, PCs, laptops, tablets, and mobile phones.
Users may effortlessly connect their preferred audio sources for a flawless listening experience with USB, Bluetooth, AUX, and HDMI interfaces.
KABUKI (AW-SSB180): The immersive audio experience of the AW-SSB180 KABUKI sound bar transports listeners to a different universe, reminiscent of the fascinating setting of Kabuki performances.
This soundbar is compatible with many devices, such as TVs, DVD players, PCs, laptops, tablets, smartphones, and MP3 players. It has a 2.1 channel setup with a strong 180W output.
With its USB, SD, Bluetooth, AUX, OPTICAL, and HDMI(ARC) connections, the KABUKI guarantees flexible music playback and smooth connectivity.
SATORI (AW-SSB240): Named after the Japanese word representing a state of pure awareness, the AW-SSB240 SATORI sound bar eliminates sonic distractions to deliver exceptional audio fidelity that immerses listeners in every detail of their favorite music, movies, and games.
Boasting a powerful output of 240W and a 2.1 channel configuration, the SATORI sound bar offers compatibility with TV, DVD, PC, laptop, tablet, mobile, and MP3 players.
With USB, SD, bluetooth, aux, optical, and HDMI(ARC) inputs, users can enjoy versatile connectivity options for an enhanced audio experience.
“At AIWA, we are constantly working to create and redefine entertainment solutions for our valued customers. With the launch of our latest AIWA Sound Bars, we are expanding our product line to provide exceptional audio experiences. These sound bars show our unwavering commitment to perfection by combining exceptional sound quality, intelligent features, and seamless connectivity. We’re excited to bring this new dimension of entertainment to our customers.” AIWA India MD Ajay Mehta.
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UltraTech Cement appoints Jayant Dua as managing director
Dua will succeed K. C. Jhanwar after his term ends in December 2026
MUMBAI: UltraTech Cement, the flagship cement arm of the Aditya Birla Group, has elevated Jayant Dua as managing director, effective 1 April, 2026.
The company’s board also approved his appointment as additional director, managing director and key managerial personnel, effective 1 January, 2027, following the completion of the current managing director K C Jhanwar’s term on 31 December, 2026, according to a regulatory filing.
Dua will serve as managing director for a four-year term from 1 January, 2027 to 31 December, 2030.
A veteran executive with more than 37 years of professional experience, Dua joined the Aditya Birla Group’s cement business in 1996 and spent nearly a decade in various functional and leadership roles.
Over the past two decades, he has held several profit-and-loss and chief executive responsibilities across multiple group businesses, including insulators, insurance, Century Cement and the chlor-alkali segment. In 2023, he was elevated to lead the group’s renewables and textiles businesses.
Within the group, Dua has received several internal honours, including the chairman’s individual award for exceptional contribution in 2002, the outstanding leader award in 2009 and the leader of leaders recognition in 2022.
He holds an engineering degree from Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, an MBA from International Management Institute and has completed the advanced management programme at Harvard Business School.
