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Malabar Gold & Diamonds signs Anil Kapoor as new brand ambassador
MUMBAI: Malabar Gold & Diamonds, one among the largest global jewellery retailer with 250 showrooms has signed Bollywood actor Anil Kapoor to its star-studded list of brand ambassadors. Kapoor who is known for his versatile and natural acting has appeared in numerous Hollywood, Bollywood movies and television series. His career has spanned almost 40 years as an actor, and as a producer since 2005. He has also won numerous awards in his career, including two National Film Awards, one Screen Actors Guild Award and six Filmfare Awards in varied acting categories.
Anil Kapoor will be seen in the new TV commercial series by Malabar Gold & Diamonds named ‘Malabar Promises’ which will be released soon. Malabar Gold & Diamonds already has Kareena Kapoor Khan, Tamannaah Bhatia, and Miss World Manushi Chhillar (2017) as its brand ambassadors.
Malabar Group chairman Ahammed MP said, “We are happy to welcome Anil Kapoor to the Malabar family. We have been associating with Anil Kapoor over the last 5 years for various store inaugurations, so this was a natural progression of our relationship. His fame and recognition in India as well as globally will undoubtedly complement and strengthen our communication strategy to achieve the aggressive expansion plans we have in India as we as globally.”
“I only endorse brands that I believe in and can support, as it comes with a lot of responsibility", says Kapoor on the occasion. "I am humbled and thrilled that a brand like Malabar Gold & Diamonds has shown faith in me and chosen me as the face of their brand. I have attended many inauguration events of Malabar Gold & Diamonds in India & abroad so this is like a big warm homecoming for me.”
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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.
