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Amit Verma appointed as executive director at JPMorganChase
MUMBAI: Amit Verma has taken the next decisive step in his global finance journey, joining JPMorganChase as an executive director from January 2026.
Sharing the update, Verma said he was delighted to begin the new role at the world’s largest bank, marking a fresh chapter in a career that blends technology, product thinking and leadership across continents.
Verma arrives at JPMorganChase after nearly eight years at Mastercard, where he played a key role in shaping digital payment products across Asia Pacific. Most recently, he served as director of product management, driving large-scale product strategy, go-to-market launches and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-evolving fintech landscape.
His Mastercard tenure saw him grow from product manager to regional leadership roles, steering gateway products and managing teams across markets. Known for combining design thinking with commercial rigour, Verma built a reputation for turning complex ideas into scalable, customer-ready solutions.
Before Mastercard, Verma’s career spanned global technology firms including Gemalto, STMicroelectronics, Samsung Electronics, Adobe and Hughes Systique Corporation. Starting out as a trainee engineer, he steadily climbed the ladder through software engineering, technical leadership and product management, gaining hands-on experience across hardware, software and digital platforms.
With two decades of experience behind him and a new leadership role ahead, Verma’s move to JPMorganChase signals not just a job change, but a full-circle moment from engineering roots to executive responsibility at the heart of global finance.
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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.
