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Decathlon to launch RunRide 100 bike for toddlers
Mumbai: Decathlon has announced the launch of RunRide 100 on Children’s Day. This balance bike is designed to help toddlers transition from walking to riding, encouraging the development of motor skills, balance, and coordination in a fun way.
More than just a bike, the RunRide 100 helps kids master balancing on two wheels while building confidence and coordination. Designed and manufactured in India, it meets the IS 9873 standard set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and the European toy standard EN-71, ensuring safety and quality. By focusing on balance instead of pedaling, children can gain control of their movements quickly, enhancing agility and a sense of accomplishment.
“As part of Decathlon’s long-standing commitment to fostering community and making sports accessible to everyone, the RunRide 100 reinforces the brand’s belief in inspiring everyone to embrace a lifelong love of activity. This bike not only makes learning to ride fun and intuitive for kids but also aligns with our brand’s goal of encouraging a healthy, active lifestyle from a young age,” said Decathlon Sports India mobility ecosystem leader Raghu Rao.
“This product offers children a fantastic opportunity to develop both physical and cognitive skills, all while enjoying the adventure of movement, exploration and autonomy,” said Decathlon Sports India cycling leader Prajval Ray.
Benefits of a Balance Bike:
. Motor Skills: Develops strength and coordination.
. Coordination and Agility: Improves balance on two wheels.
. Confidence: Boosts self-esteem through mastery.
. Posture: Encourages good sitting habits.
. Spatial Awareness: Enhances navigational skills and motor planning.
Available for Rs 3,999, the bike features puncture-proof foam tires and an adjustable design for toddlers from 85 cm to 105 cm tall. The lightweight 3.2 kg frame allows easy handling, and the smooth bearings provide a seamless gliding experience. The easy-to-step-over design promotes independence and prepares children for more advanced biking skills. For safety, Decathlon recommends using protective gear, including a helmet and pads, while riding.
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Wipro hires 7,500 freshers, withholds FY27 hiring outlook
Profit rises to Rs 3,522 crore, Rs 15,000 crore buyback announced.
MUMBAI- Hiring may be on, but visibility is off, Wipro is adding talent even as it pauses the crystal ball. The company hired 7,500 freshers in FY26 but stopped short of offering any hiring outlook for FY27, underscoring the uncertainty gripping the IT services sector as it pivots towards an AI-led operating model.
The disclosure came alongside its fourth-quarter earnings, where management flagged volatile demand conditions and refrained from committing to future workforce expansion. Chief human resources officer Saurabh Govil noted that over 3,000 of the total hires were onboarded in the March quarter alone, signalling continued intake despite a lack of clarity on deployment pipelines.
This divergence active hiring without forward guidance reflects a broader industry pattern where talent acquisition continues even as deal conversions remain uneven and client spending cycles stretch. Wipro expects its IT services revenue for the June quarter to range between a decline of 2 per cent and flat growth sequentially in constant currency terms, reinforcing near-term caution.
Chief executive officer Srini Pallia pointed to artificial intelligence as both a disruptor and an opportunity. He said evolving client priorities are pushing the company towards outcome-driven engagements, with Wipro increasingly focusing on a services-as-software model through its AI Native Business and Platforms unit. The shift marks a structural change from traditional headcount-led growth to AI-enabled delivery frameworks.
The company has already committed over $1 billion to its AI ecosystem, with investors closely watching how these investments translate into revenue. For now, the numbers present a mixed picture. Net profit rose sequentially to Rs 3,522 crore, while revenue grew 3 per cent to Rs 24,236 crore. However, core IT services performance remained under pressure, with full-year revenue declining 0.3 per cent in dollar terms and 1.6 per cent in constant currency.
Large deal bookings offered a counterpoint, rising 45.4 per cent year-on-year to $7.8 billion, highlighting a widening gap between deal wins and actual revenue realisation. On a quarterly basis, IT services revenue slipped 1.2 per cent sequentially, signalling continued softness in execution.
Margins, however, told a more optimistic story. Operating margins expanded to 17.3 per cent in the fourth quarter, up from 14.8 per cent in the previous quarter, reflecting improved cost discipline. That said, the company cautioned that upcoming wage hikes and the ramp-up of large deals could exert pressure going forward.
Attrition stood at 13.8 per cent in the March quarter, indicating stabilisation after periods of elevated churn. Alongside its earnings, Wipro also announced a Rs 15,000 crore share buyback, reinforcing its focus on shareholder returns, with a payout ratio of 88 per cent over the past three years.
Taken together, the numbers capture a company in transition investing in AI, maintaining hiring momentum, but navigating a demand environment where growth is uneven and visibility remains limited.
