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FCB Group India appoints Aarti Nagpal as chief talent officer
Mumbai: FCB Group India has announced the appointment of Aarti Nagpal as the new chief talent officer. She brings a wealth of experience in culture-building, business partnering, organizational transformation, compensation and benefits, and CSR. In her new role, she will be the driving force behind FCB Group India’s talent strategy, fostering a culture of continuous growth, collaboration, and innovation across the country.
With experience managing diverse teams across advertising, retail, and entertainment, Aarti has successfully led global and regional initiatives, collaborating with cross-cultural teams to enhance organizational capabilities.
Commenting on her appointment, FCB Group CEO, India and South Asia, Dheeraj Sinha said, “We are thrilled to welcome Aarti to FCB Group India. Her deep understanding of the HR landscape and her passion for culture building and creating high-performing teams make her an invaluable addition to our organization. Her commitment to fostering growth, learning, and development will further shape an inclusive and empowering culture at FCB, ensuring our people thrive and continue to grow in an evolving industry.”
Nagpal said, “I’m thrilled to join FCB Group during this transformative period. My focus will be on cultivating a culture where our talent can thrive and grow continuously. Together, we will build a progressive, future-ready workforce, ensuring FCB remains at the forefront of creativity and innovation.”
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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.
