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eBay India launches ‘Throwback Edition’ sale
MUMBAI: As part of the anniversary celebrations, shoppers have been invited to participate in the online gaming contest ‘Kaun Banega Champion’.
www.ebay.in India’s leading online marketplace and shopping destination which lists over 10 crore products across categories will celebrate 12 years in India with launch of #ThrowbackEdition sale. The sale will offer consumers deals from the past decades with upto 65% off on products across segments.
In addition, interesting offers such as ‘Roz Ke Baarah’ (Top 12 Trending Deal of the Day) and ‘Jab Tak Hai Baraah’ (Special deals ending with 12) have also been curated for consumers. The discounts and offers will be available on ebay.in till 23 March, 2017.
1. Up to 57% Off on smartphones
2. Up to 60% Off on refurbished devices
3. Up to 60% off on apparels, perfumes, accessories, footwear, personal care, home décor and home furnishing
With an aim to allow consumers relive their memories, eBay has also introduced an online gaming contest ‘Kaun Banega Champion.’ Over 5.6 million consumers on ebay.in with eBay registered ID are entitled to participate in the contest and will stand a chance to win a car, an Apple iPhone 7 Plus and several exciting discount offers ranging upto 50% off.
eBay India director – marketing Shivani Suri said, “The #ThrowbackEdition sale will allow consumers to shop for their much-loved and desired products at unbelievable prices. Our consumer engagement initiative, ‘Kaun Banega Champion’ will not only present the consumers with a chance to win exciting prizes but will also bring back memories of Indian television’s most renowned game show”.
eBay offers consumers the option to make purchases via EMI through ICICI, Citibank and HDFC credit cards. All purchases are covered under the eBay Guarantee which ensures refund or replacement in case a consumer is unhappy with the purchase.
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Hyundai and TVS Motor partner to develop electric three wheelers
Joint development pact targets last mile mobility with localisation push
MUMBAI: Three wheels, one big ambition and a charge towards the future. Hyundai Motor Company and TVS Motor Company have signed a joint development agreement to co-create electric three-wheelers (E3Ws), aiming to crack India’s complex last-mile mobility puzzle. The collaboration moves beyond concept talk into execution mode, building on the E3W prototype first showcased at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025. The goal now is clear, design, develop and commercialise a purpose-built vehicle tailored to Indian roads, riders and realities.
Under the agreement, Hyundai will lead design and co-development, bringing its global R&D muscle and human-centric engineering approach to the table. TVS Motor, meanwhile, will anchor the product on its electric platform, leveraging deep three-wheeler expertise and local market insight. It will also handle manufacturing and sales in India, with an eye on exports down the line.
The timing is strategic. India remains the world’s largest three-wheeler market, where affordability, durability and adaptability often outweigh sheer innovation. The upcoming E3W aims to strike that balance combining advanced technology with practical features such as adaptive ground clearance for monsoon-hit roads, improved thermal management for tropical climates, and flexible interiors suited for passengers, cargo or emergency use.
A key pillar of the partnership is localisation. Major components will be sourced and manufactured within India, a move expected to strengthen the domestic supply chain, create jobs, lower costs and improve after-sales support.
The shift from prototype to production will involve rigorous testing, certification and refinement to meet regulatory standards and consumer expectations. Dedicated cross-functional teams from both companies are already in place to accelerate timelines.
At a broader level, the tie-up reflects a growing trend in mobility, global players partnering with local specialists to navigate emerging markets. For Hyundai and TVS, the bet is that combining scale with street-level insight could unlock a new chapter in sustainable urban transport, one that runs not just on electricity, but on relevance.
