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Livspace appoints Joyita Poddar as Chief Human Resources Officer
Bengaluru: Livspace, India’s no. 1 home design and renovation platform, has appointed Joyita Poddar as its Chief Human Resources Officer. Joyita brings to the company over two decades of experience in human resources having worked at leading corporations like Sabre Corporation, eBay Inc., Star India Pvt Ltd, Piramal Enterprises and Saint Gobain. Her key specializations in the field of human resources include organization change management, M&A, culture and people strategies, transformation initiatives, leadership growth and leadership coaching. She will lead critical people strategies and leadership training at Livspace.
Joyita is focused on the role of optimizing employee performance in shaping business growth and success. She is an expert in introducing and implementing relevant strategies in new-age digital and technology companies. At Livspace, she plans to retain the core of the organization culture, and optimizing the great talent in enabling the company’s growth as it expands to newer markets.
Commenting on Joyita’s appointment, Anuj Srivastava, Co-founder and CEO of Livspace, said: “The depth and quality of our team has been a key factor in making Livspace a formidable player in the home solutions space. At this point in our growth, we are thrilled to bring in Joyita, a passionate and experienced expert in organizational development, to drive our people strategy. We look forward to her contribution to attracting the right talent and make Livspace the best place for entrepreneurial minds who can take forward our vision of making beautiful homes accessible to everyone through technology.”
“In a fast-paced digital environment, people and talent are imperative to how a business grows. Livspace is truly unique in how it has been able to build a culture of success with humility, and unparalleled commitment. I look forward to retaining this uniqueness, working alongside some great minds to build a fun, yet competitive work culture that would help the company grow. I am excited to be joining a company that is functioning as a crucial disruptor in the home design and interiors sector. They are doing amazing things and have already built a great business that has made the otherwise cumbersome process of home interior decorating seamless, but more importantly – delightful”, said Joyita Poddar, Chief Human Resources Officer of Livspace.
The Livspace team has grown over time with passionate and talented individuals, we are excited about where our journey has brought us and where we intend to go, adds Anuj Srivastava, Co-founder and CEO of Livspace.
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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.
