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All aboard the big win as Abhibus rolls out its Grand Winter Bus Sale
MUMBAI: Pack your bags and your luck because AbhiBus just turned routine travel into a road trip to riches. The ixigo-owned online bus platform has flagged off The Grand Winter Bus Sale, its biggest travel bonanza of the year, giving passengers not just discounts but the chance to drive away with a Mahindra Scorpio, iPhones, PlayStations, and even gold coins.
The nationwide sale, live from 3 November to 31 December 2025, promises up to 50 per cent off on bus tickets and a steady stream of daily, weekly, and monthly prizes. Whether you’re booking a quick weekend getaway or a cross-country ride, each ticket comes with the potential to turn your journey into a jackpot.
The Grand Winter Bus Sale is AbhiBus’s way of turning India’s favourite travel mode into a festival on wheels. Travellers can claim discounts by using promo code Grandsale, while the code Grandwin unlocks the shot at prizes including:
. 1 Mahindra Scorpio as the grand prize
. 1 iPhone 17 Pro every month
. 1 PlayStation 5 and gold coins every week
. ixigo flight and hotel vouchers worth Rs 5,000 every day
That’s not all. Every booking guarantees travel perks like 15 per cent off hotels and flights on Ixigo, Zomato Gold access, Lenskart memberships, and more ensuring that even if you don’t win the car, your next trip will still feel first class.
“With the Grand Winter Bus Sale, we wanted to make travel irresistible,” said Abhibus COO Rohit Sharma. “Customers can save big and win bigger. It’s not just about discounts, it’s about joy, excitement, and rewards for every traveller. This is our way of thanking millions who’ve trusted us for safe, comfortable journeys all year long.”
Since its founding, Abhibus has grown into one of India’s most trusted names in intercity travel, connecting millions of passengers across thousands of routes. Its integration with ixigo has further strengthened its technology stack, enabling seamless booking, real-time tracking, and affordability at scale.
In an industry where discounts are routine, Abhibus is betting on delight. The Grand Winter Bus Sale is less about slashing fares and more about sparking smiles. For two months, every ticket booked on the Abhibus app or website doubles as a chance to win something bigger be it a dream gadget or an entire car.
And with India’s festive spirit spilling into the new year, AbhiBus’s timing couldn’t be better. For once, missing a flight might just be the best thing that happens to you because the real action’s happening on the road.
So, fasten your seatbelts and keep your fingers crossed. With The Grand Winter Bus Sale, the next stop might just be a win.
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KPMG names Gary Wingrove as global chairman and CEO from October
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MUMBAI: KPMG has chosen continuity with a forward tilt. The firm has announced that Gary Wingrove will take over as global chairman and CEO of KPMG International, beginning a four year term from 1 October 2026. Currently serving as global chief operating officer, Wingrove steps into the top role after being nominated by the global board and elected by the global council.
A KPMG veteran with over 25 years at the firm, Wingrove has been closely involved in shaping its recent trajectory. As global COO, he has helped drive the firm’s Collective Strategy, focusing on operational integration, global investments and the steady expansion of the KPMG Delivery Network. He has also been at the forefront of KPMG’s digital push, including the rollout of AI enabled solutions across its global operations.
Before his global role, Wingrove served as CEO of KPMG Australia for nearly a decade, where he led a period of strong growth, almost doubling revenue, profitability and headcount while steering a cultural reset.
He succeeds Bill Thomas, who has led KPMG since 2017 and will work alongside Wingrove over the next six months to ensure a smooth transition.
Thomas leaves behind a firm that looks markedly different from when he took charge. Under his leadership, KPMG’s global revenues have risen by 55 per cent, and its workforce has expanded to more than 276,000 people. He also unified the network of member firms under the Collective Strategy, aligning priorities and strengthening governance.
His tenure saw heavy investment in technology and partnerships, with alliances spanning Microsoft, Google Cloud, SAP, Oracle and ServiceNow. These collaborations, along with platforms like KPMG Clara, have helped the firm scale its AI-led offerings and sharpen its competitive edge.
Beyond growth, Thomas also pushed improvements in audit quality and sustainability. Initiatives such as a multiyear global sustainability strategy and the Our Impact Plan have aimed to embed long term thinking into the firm’s operations and client services.
For Wingrove, the brief is clear but evolving. He has signalled a focus on agility, deep expertise and technology driven solutions as clients navigate an increasingly complex business landscape. He also emphasised KPMG’s identity as a people first organisation, supported by technology and unified through its global network.
The timing of the leadership change comes as KPMG continues to grow, reporting a 5.1 per cent rise in global revenue in FY25, with gains across tax and legal, audit and advisory services. Growth was recorded across all regions, despite a challenging macro environment.
As Wingrove prepares to take charge, the firm appears set on a familiar path with a sharper digital edge. Same playbook, perhaps, but with a renewed focus on speed, scale and smarter solutions.
