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Honda launches 2025 CB650R and CBR650R with game-changing E-clutch
MUMBAI: Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has shifted gears in India’s premium motorcycle market with the launch of the 2025 CB650R and CBR650R, both powered by Honda’s revolutionary E-clutch technology — a first for Indian riders. Bookings are now open at all BigWing dealerships, with deliveries set to rev up by the end of May.
The 2025 Honda CB650R, with its minimalist neo sports café styling, is priced at Rs 9.60 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), while the aggressive, race-ready CBR650R retails at Rs 10.40 lakh. Both models are powered by a 649cc, liquid-cooled, inline four-cylinder engine that churns out 70 kW of power at 12,000 RPM and 63 Nm of torque at 9,500 RPM — now enhanced with Honda’s E-clutch for smoother shifts without the clutch lever.
The E-clutch system, first developed by Honda in 2023, automatically manages the clutch, offering seamless starts and gear changes. Whether you’re cruising in the city or carving corners, the E-clutch ensures a fatigue-free ride.
Sporting Honda’s signature neo sports café design, the CB650R blends a rugged yet refined look with modern tech. Key highlights include a round LED headlamp, sculpted fuel tank, a 5.0-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity via Honda RoadSync, and high-performance Showa 41 mm SFF-BP front forks. The bike is available in candy chromosphere red and matte gunpowder black metallic.
Inspired by Honda’s supersport DNA, the CBR650R features aggressive styling, aerodynamic fairing, and a sporty riding stance. It shares the same powerhouse engine with the CB650R but adds Honda selectable torque control (HSTC) for enhanced traction. Available in grand prix red and matt gunpowder black metallic, it’s designed for those who crave speed.
Both models feature premium hardware — Showa 41 mm SFF-BP inverted front forks, adjustable rear monoshock, dual radial-mounted 310 mm floating discs at the front, a 240 mm rear disc, and dual-channel ABS. Riders get a full-colour 5.0-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity via the Honda RoadSync app for calls, messages, and navigation.
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Tanishq enters natural gemstone segment with Triptii Dimri campaign
Hues collection debuts ahead of Akshaya Tritiya, spotlighting self-expression
MUMBAI: Tanishq is stepping into the natural gemstone jewellery space with a new campaign featuring actor Triptii Dimri, marking a strategic expansion ahead of Akshaya Tritiya.
The launch introduces the brand’s latest collection, ‘Hues’, a design-led range crafted in 18kt gold and built around 100 percent natural gemstones. The move signals Tanishq’s intent to tap into a fast-growing category driven by consumers seeking authenticity, individuality and expressive styling.
Conceptualised by Lowe Lintas, the campaign film leans into the idea of colour as a form of self-expression. Set in a muted, almost paused world, the narrative comes alive as Dimri selects her jewellery, triggering a burst of colour that transforms her surroundings. The visual metaphor captures how jewellery is evolving from occasion-led adornment to a more personal, mood-driven choice.
The ‘Hues’ collection draws inspiration from the vibrancy of an Indian summer, featuring gemstones such as emeralds, amethysts, citrines, tourmalines and tanzanites. With sculptural forms and techniques like cabochon cuts and layering, the designs aim to bring depth, movement and a contemporary aesthetic to fine jewellery.
Titan Company Limited chief marketing officer Pelki Tshering said, “‘Hues’ marks a bold new chapter as we introduce natural gemstone jewellery in India. The collection reflects the evolving Tanishq woman who is expressive and confident, and seeks jewellery that mirrors her individuality.”
Sharing her perspective, Triptii Dimri said, “What I love about this collection is how it celebrates self-expression through colour. It feels less about occasion and more about expressing who you are in the moment.”
Priced from Rs 30,000, the collection is positioned for both everyday wear and special occasions. To coincide with the festive season, the brand is also rolling out promotional offers, including discounts on making charges and gold rate protection schemes.
With Hues, Tanishq is not just adding a new category but also reshaping how jewellery is worn and perceived, placing personal expression and colour firmly at the centre of its design philosophy.
