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Vivo launches V9 with Aamir Khan
MUMBAI: Handset maker Vivo, has launched Vivo V9, its first flagship smartphone in India with the brand’s new India ambassador Aamir Khan. The phone is designed for the millennials who seek the best smartphone experience.
Priced in the mid-level segment of Rs 22,990, the smartphone will be available across all offline stores from 2nd April, 2018and can be pre-booked in all retail stores, on Vivo E-store, Flipkart, Amazon and Paytm Mall.
The company has launched 3 campaigns to promote the product with Aamir Khan. Conceptualised by media agency Ogilvy, the tv campaigns will air across all leading channels. The company will also roll out bumper ads on digital about the product. V9 will be promoted through an extensive 360-degree marketing campaign which will include television, digital, OOH and on-ground activations.
The device will be available for pre-booking from 23rd March with attractive offers across all offline stores in India and e-commerce platforms such as Amazon, Flipkart, Paytm Mall and Vivo’s official e-store (http://shop.vivo.com/in/).
Customers who book the phone online through Amazon, Flipkart, Paytm Mall and Vivo’s official E-store from 23rd March to 2nd April 2018are eligible for one-time screen replacement for V9, in case of any accidental damage to the display. Additionally, consumers can avail a discount of Rs 2000 if the smartphone is bought under an exchange policy. For customers buying the phone on EMI, the partner e-commerce platform will offer no-cost EMI for up to 12 months.
The smartphone sports dual rear camera of 16MP + 5MP, features such as 19:9 FullView display 2.0 and the industry’s highest screen-to-body ratio of 90 per cent, beating iPhone X which has a screen-to-body ratio of 81.49 per cent.
Vivo India CEO Kent Cheng says, “With the class-leading design and camera capabilities of Vivo V9, we have once again delivered a product that is high on innovation and quality. We are confident that our latest flagship will set new benchmarks in the smartphone industry and further solidify our leadership position in the market.”
Chinese mobile brand Vivo entered India in late 2014. With a strong focus on camera and music, Vivo has established itself as one of the top smartphone brands in India.
With a manufacturing unit in Greater Noida, the company has a robust distribution network across the country both online and offline, catering to over 400 cities, in 22 states backed by 400 service centres in India.
A youth brand, Vivo became the title sponsor of the Indian Premier League for 2016 and 2017 and recently bagged the title sponsorship for the next five years. It is also the title sponsor of Pro Kabaddi for five years since 2017 and is the official sponsor of 2018 and 2022 FIFA World Cups.
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YFLO appoints Tania Nijhawan as president for 2026-27 term
Dentist-entrepreneur to lead women’s body amid rising focus on leadership
NEW DELHI: Young FICCI Ladies Organisation (YFLO), the women’s arm of FICCI, has appointed Tania Nijhawan as its president for the 2026-27 tenure, effective April 2026, at a time when conversations around women’s leadership in India are gaining fresh momentum.
A cosmetic and paediatric dentist with over 15 years of experience, Nijhawan is the founder of Udana Wellness, a multi-speciality clinic in Vasant Vihar known for its focus on advanced treatments and patient-centric care. She also serves as director at Nijhawan Group and is an active investor in start-ups across health, wellness and hospitality, including Nuts For Us.
Her academic credentials include advanced training from global institutions such as New York University, the University of Southern California and University College London, shaping her multidisciplinary approach across dentistry and wellness.
YFLO has long positioned itself as a platform for leadership, entrepreneurship and professional growth, bringing together women across industries to drive dialogue and collaboration. Under Nijhawan’s leadership, the organisation is expected to sharpen its focus on cross-sector engagement and meaningful, future-facing conversations.
Speaking on her appointment, Tania Nijhawan said, “YFLO has always stood for meaningful engagement and forward-thinking dialogue. I look forward to building a platform that not only encourages exchange of ideas but also actively supports emerging voices and creates opportunities for collaboration across sectors.”
She added, “The Women’s Reservation Bill, which seeks to reserve 33% of seats for women in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies, is not just a policy shift, it is a generational opportunity. It acknowledges the urgent need for women to have a stronger voice in shaping the nation’s future. True progress lies not just in representation, but in enabling women to lead with agency, confidence and impact.”
As president, Nijhawan will focus on curated programming, high-impact industry conversations and initiatives that bring together women across disciplines. Her theme for the year, “Lead With Your Light,” signals a push towards purpose-led leadership and greater confidence among emerging voices.
Her appointment marks a new chapter for YFLO, one that aims to align leadership, enterprise and policy at a time when women’s voices are increasingly central to India’s growth story.
