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Mahindra unveils a dynamic new visual identity for its new range of Born Electric Vehicles
Mumbai: Mahindra Electric Automobiles Limited (MEAL), a newly set-up subsidiary of Mahindra & Mahindra, pioneers of the SUV segment in India, has unveiled a powerful and distinctive new visual identity for its forthcoming range of Born Electric Vehicles.
Revealed at the Mahindra Futurescape in Cape Town, South Africa – a showcase of Mahindra’s Go Global vision in Auto and Farm – the new visual identity was introduced for the first time on the ‘Vision Thar.e’. Along with the unveiling of the new visual identity, Mahindra also launched an inspiring brand anthem and sonic identity. These were masterfully conceived in collaboration with music maestro and Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri recipient, AR Rahman, winner of Oscar, National Films, Academy Awards, Grammies, BAFTA, Golden Globe to name a few.
The new visual identity serves as a hallmark of quality and innovation for customers opting for electric vehicles. It symbolizes a blend of revolutionary engineering, cutting-edge technology, and environmental responsibility, offering a distinct and appealing option for those driven towards a sustainable future. It encapsulates Mahindra’s ambition to lead in the electric vehicle revolution, providing a clear and unique value proposition for modern, eco-conscious consumers.
Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. president – automotive sector Veejay Nakra said, “This new visual identity, symbolising Infinite Possibilities, is the proud embodiment of our Go Global vision, representing our exciting, energizing, and efficient range of electric vehicles where iconic design meets revolutionary engineering and intuitive technologies. In parallel, the new Anthem – “Le Chalaang” is a depiction of the new visual identity, creating a sonic representation to resonate with new-age customers who deeply care for the planet.”
Mahindra & Mahindra chief design officer Pratap Bose said, “The new identity is a visual exploration of different dimensions, proudly showcasing our all-new global electric range. The new visual identity will address a global audience with its deep symbolism. The infinity sign represents the constant flow of energy; the racetrack denotes our racing pedigree and the exhilaration of performance, and the circularity indicates intelligent sustainability, which is powered equally by science and creativity towards a positive planet. This new identity is future-facing, sustainable, distinctive, and fun!”
Different dimensions of the new visual identity:
· The infinity symbol – represents the constant flow of energy, the fluid synergy of the driver and the SUV in multisensory harmony.
· The racetrack – highlights the racing pedigree imprinted in Mahindra’s DNA and the pursuit of exhilarating electrified performance.
· The circularity of intelligent sustainability – powered equally by science and creativity towards a positive planet.
· The Mahindra ‘M’ – rock-solid heritage reimagined for next-generation mobility.
The brand anthem:
Conceived in collaboration with music maestro AR Rahman, the brand anthem emphasizes the profound connection between music and the human experience. It defines the very concept of a “Chalaang” that symbolizes the spirit of Rise. With lyrics by Anvita Dutt Guptan (Hindi) and Kavingar Snehan (Tamil), the music is composed by AR Rahman, and sung by multiple award-winning artists, the brand anthem called ‘Le Chalaang’, represents the leap towards unleashing an electrifying future through a timeless exploration of new possibilities.
· Lyrics: Anvita Dutt Guptan (Hindi), Kavingar Snehan(Tamil)
· Music: A. R. Rahman
· Singers: Alexandra Joy, Simran, Ria (Hindi), Alexandra Joy and Rakshita Suresh (Tamil)
· Anthem name: Chalang
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Google nears Nvidia in race for world’s most valuable company
Market cap gap narrows as Google hits $4.65 trillion, Nvidia at $4.86 trillion.
MUMBAI: In the AI gold rush, even the giants are sprinting and Google is suddenly gaining ground. Google is rapidly closing in on Nvidia in the race to become the world’s most valuable publicly listed company, with the gap between the two narrowing sharply amid diverging stock momentum. The tech giant’s market capitalisation has surged to around $4.65 trillion, following a more than 140 per cent rise in its share price over the past year.
That rally has added over $2.6 trillion in value in just 12 months, including nearly $900 billion since January alone. Its stock recently hovered at $381.80, slipping marginally by 0.04 per cent, but still reflecting strong upward momentum.
Nvidia, meanwhile, continues to hold the top spot with a valuation of approximately $4.86 trillion. The chipmaker crossed the $5 trillion milestone in October last year and peaked at $5.27 trillion on 27 April. However, its shares have largely plateaued over the past six months, rising just 0.2 per cent recently to $199.99.
The contrast in trajectories is striking. While Nvidia has seen relatively flat movement, Google has gained over 36 per cent in the same six-month period. Barron’s estimates suggest that if current trends hold, the valuation gap could shrink to as little as $190 million by the time Nvidia reports its first-quarter earnings on 20 May.
Daily momentum paints a similar picture. Nvidia recorded average daily gains of about 0.66 per cent last month, compared to Google’s stronger 1.42 per cent, an edge that could prove decisive in the short term.
Driving Google’s resurgence is its aggressive push into artificial intelligence across its ecosystem, from search and YouTube to cloud computing. The company has already invested $144 billion in capital expenditure over the past two years and plans to deploy a further $490 billion over the next two.
Its cloud division is also gathering pace. Google Cloud reported an order backlog of nearly $220 billion in the latest quarter, with total backlog touching a record $462 billion, around half of which is expected to be realised within two years. The company’s entry into chip sales is also beginning to factor into its growth narrative.
The last time Google briefly topped the S&P 500 by market value was in February 2016, when it edged past Apple for just two days. This time, the stakes and the numbers are far higher.
At the heart of the contest lies a single force: artificial intelligence. As both companies pour billions into infrastructure, chips and platforms, the leaderboard is no longer just about size, it is about who can scale the future faster.
