Uber introduces a boat hailing service on the picturesque Dal Lake in Kashmir

Srinagar: The charming Dal Lake in J&K is now home to Asia's first water transport service, "Uber Shikara." With shikara reservations on its app, Uber launched the first water transportation service in Asia. 'Uber Shikara', Uber's first water transport service, has been launched, making travel to Dal Lake hassle-free for tourists. By combining technology and tradition, this creative project enables travelers to reserve shikara rides in advance via the well-known ride-hailing app.Seven local Shikara owners have collaborated with Uber, and the company expects to grow its fleet in response to user demand. Government-regulated prices will apply to rides, guaranteeing tourists fair pricing. Nehru Park, an island park in the center of Dal Lake, is where the seven shikaras are stationed. Crucially, Uber will not impose any fees on its shikara partners, guaranteeing that the entire fare is paid to the boat operators directly."Anyone who visits Srinagar must take a shikara ride, which is a classic activity on every traveler's bucket list," stated Ruchika Tomar, Director of Communications at Uber. Our service offers travelers a seamless experience by fusing Kashmir's ancient beauty with the enchantment of technology. Up to four people can travel in each Uber Shikara, which is available for one-hour reservations every day between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. It is possible to book rides 12 hours to 15 days in advance.  

Byju's bankruptcy: Riju Raveendran petitions the NCLT to be included in the case

On Monday, Riju Raveendran, the brother of Byju Raveendran, the founder of the insolvent edtech company, and its largest stakeholder, went to the Bengaluru insolvency tribunal to request inclusion in the case. The tribunal, however, voiced concerns over his involvement in the proceedings.Before the tribunal, Riju's attorney begged for permission to defend himself against claims made by Byju's lenders—specifically, Glas Trust, a US-based lender—about where the Rs 158 crore that was first given to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to pay its debts came from.Byju's US-based lenders had resisted the settlement, arguing that the funds utilized to reimburse BCCI were corrupted because they were included in the $533 million that was purportedly "missing." The tribunal, however, stated that determining the source of funds falls under the jurisdiction of the income tax authorities and the Enforcement Directorate. It directed the lenders to file objections to Raveendran’s plea and adjourned the hearing.However, the panel declared that the Enforcement Directorate and the income tax authorities had the authority to ascertain the source of funds. It postponed the hearing and instructed the lenders to oppose to Raveendran's plea.The appeal panel was earlier informed by Riju Raveendran, a board member of the business, that the funds paid to the BCCI were "clean." His attorney had maintained that the $533 million that the lenders said was "missing" did not include the payment to the BCCI. The US lenders and Byju's parent business, Think & Learn, are at odds over the missing funds.  

To encourage technological innovation, Rajasthan will host an IT and startup summit.

OVERVIEW To establish the state as a center for innovation and technology, the Rajasthani government will hold the "Information Technology & Startup Pre-Summit" on November 12. The "Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit 2024," which intends to double the state's GDP and exports by 2030, will be preceded by the pre-summit. The state government will sign Memorandums of Understanding to promote partnerships and strengthen Rajasthan's tech sector at the pre-event.Rajasthan is positioned as a vibrant center for innovation and entrepreneurship and is about to undergo a technological revolution. The 2018 Information Technology & Startup Pre-Summit, with the theme "Building a Resilient Future – Lessons from Leading Innovators," is expected to be a crucial event in the state's efforts to develop a strong startup ecosystem. The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and iStart Rajasthan are collaborating to arrange this summit, which is set for November 12, 2024, in Jaipur from 9 am to 5 pm. The Potential of AI and Technology Artificial intelligence (AI) and technology are key forces behind change in today's rapidly changing world. The importance of using AI and technology breakthroughs to enhance Rajasthan's sectors and provide opportunities for innovation and economic resilience will be emphasized at this summit. Rajasthan's potential as a tech-driven state can be strengthened by utilizing AI to not only expedite procedures but also develop innovative answers to challenging problems in a variety of industries.  

A 90% loss in earnings is caused by Twitter India's declining ad income.

For the most recent fiscal year, Twitter Communications India, now a division of X Corp (previously known as Twitter), reported a sharp drop in both net profit and sales. According to an Economic Times investigation, this decline is mostly due to a sharp decline in advertising revenue when Elon Musk's new leadership fired the worldwide ad sales team.The company's net profit fell 90% to Rs 3 crore from Rs 30 crore the year before, according to regulatory records. In a similar vein, revenue dropped sharply by 90%, from Rs 208 crore to Rs 21 crore. In India, Twitter's primary revenue source is still advertising. The company responded to these difficulties by cutting employee benefit costs by 95%, from Rs 130 crore to Rs 6 crore, after firing almost all of its staff in India, which once had more than 200 workers. Consequently, overall costs decreased by 89%, from Rs 168 crore to Rs 19 crore.This dramatic drop in revenue has been caused in part by the removal of the ad sales staff and the withdrawal of international businesses from the platform, which is partly the result of continuous conflicts with Musk. Under Musk's direction, X Corp has even taken big marketers like Mars and Unilever to court over their boycott of the platform. According to Kantar research, 26% of marketers intend to reduce their X advertising budgets in 2025, which is the biggest decrease ever seen from any major international ad platform.  

Gharda Chemicals will create a new foundation to support entrepreneurs.

The foundation, which was established in collaboration with the Anjani Mashelkar Foundation, will support business owners who are committed to producing healthcare and core engineering innovations with a social conscience.The Mumbai-based company Gharda Chemicals, which produces polymers, veterinary medications, and insecticides, announced in a statement that it has established the KHG Innovation Foundation to support innovators developing technology that may close gaps and improve societal results.The foundation, which was established in collaboration with the Anjani Mashelkar Foundation, will support business owners who are committed to manufacturing healthcare and core engineering innovations with a social conscience.According to Nilesh Kulkarni, director of Gharda Chemicals, "the foundation is funded by Gharda's (founding chairman and managing director Keki Hormusji Gharda) personal wealth and the profits from the holding company." Gharda Medical and Advanced Technologies is the holding corporation.The non-profit foundation would have an initial endowment of about ₹30 crore, which will be refilled annually. The foundation has two options: it can invest or give grants to business owners. It will first concentrate on medical technology.mentoring and direction In addition to funding, the foundation will give the entrepreneurs access to mentorship, direction, and strategic counsel from thought leaders and industry professionals. Additionally, the announcement stated that KHGIF would "have tailored programs that support both for-profit and not-for-profit enterprises alike and drive pilot projects to help innovators scale for impact." India has set out to become a global leader in manufacturing and has started the process of becoming a developed nation in the near future. We think that attaining such status will require a strong emphasis on entrepreneurship together with innovation. Gharda, who turned 95 on Wednesday, stated in the statement that "establishing KHGIF is one among several such efforts that would be required as we proceed towards developing that capability."  

Samvardhana Motherson, an Indian auto parts manufacturer, surpasses quarterly profit projections.

Aug. 13, BENGALURU (Reuters) - Samvardhana Motherson International (SAMD.NS), an Indian manufacturer of auto parts, revealed on Tuesday that its first-quarter profit above forecasts, aided by a shift in consumer preferences toward luxury cars and an increase in income from recent acquisitions. The company claimed that its consolidated net profit increased by 65.5% to 9.94 billion rupees ($118.42 million) in the three months ended June 30. The company distributes parts to automakers such as Maruti Suzuki (MRTI.NS), opens new tab, Mercedes Benz, and Audi.LSEG data shows that analysts had projected a profit of 9.51 billion rupees. Beating projections of 283.74 billion rupees, the total revenue from operations increased by 28.5% to 288.68 billion rupees. Click here to view additional earnings highlights.Important Context Manufacturers of auto parts, like Samvardhana Motherson, are reaping the rewards of a persistent change in consumer choice toward expensive cars like SUVs, which need more auxiliary equipment.  

Odyssey Developing Hollywood-Level AI Text to Video Model to Take on Gen-3 Alpha and Sora

The artificial intelligence (AI) startup Odyssey, which was established last year, unveiled information on its inaugural AI product on Monday. The company disclosed that, similar to OpenAI's Sora tool, which the company has not yet released, it is developing an AI video model that can produce Hollywood-caliber visual effects. According to Odyssey's co-founder, the AI model will enable users to modify and manage the output at a fine level. The company is collaborating with many large language models (LLMs) to produce distinct layers of the output video that can be independently controlled.The Operation of Odyssey's AI Visual Model Odyssey CEO and Co-Founder Oliver Cameron announced in a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter) that the AI startup had raised $9 million (approximately Rs. 75.1 crores) in funding during its seed round, which was headed by Google Ventures. Odyssey was also developing a tool that would provide users with the ability to customize and edit high-quality video. In addition, Cameron provided information regarding Odyssey's AI technology, stating that it was intended to produce "Hollywood-grade" footage. Additionally, the CEO revealed that the business was teaching customers how to take "full control of the core layers of visual storytelling" using four generative models.Cameron drew attention to the issue with current AI text-to-video models, namely the deficiency of controls or editing choices for the output. You can't really control your setting or the behavior of your characters, nor can you refine the finer points of your shot till it's perfect as a storyteller. We need more potent models," he continued. The business is employing several AI models to create a single layer of the composite video in order to fix the issue. Cameron says that each of the four models will produce geometry, materials, lighting, and motion on its own. The final video will be presented by combining these four layers, which will be generated concurrently based on a single text prompt. According to the company, consumers would be able to customize every layer.  

How to make your Android phone connect to a 5G network by force

This method may guarantee 5G connectivity, but it may also shorten your phone's battery life.Nationwide deployments of 5G networks have been made by Airtel and Jio. 5G provides faster upload and download rates as well as reduced latency as compared to 4G. Activities like gaming and live streaming gain from this. In order to save battery life, the majority of smartphones intelligently switch between 4G and 5G. However, this can sometimes degrade network speed, particularly while doing data-intensive tasks.Your device can maintain a 5G connection with a straightforward trick, as long as coverage is available. Here's how to maintain your smartphone on 5G if you use Jio or Airtel 5G:You can force the option to use 5G on your phone by following the instructions listed later in this article, depending on your smartphone. But not every phone or provider lets you force 5G. If your alternatives are different from ours, bear that in mind. For instance, Samsung doesn't make this simple, as you can see below.If you have the option to force 5G, proceed with caution as doing so keeps your device from falling back to 4G even in situations when 5G isn't available. If you are unable to remain on a 5G network, you can still choose the 5G/4G or 4G-only option by following the same procedures. Despite significant advancements, 5G is still not as common as 4G and is still deficient in many places. At the same time, there may be times when a 5G network is so congested with devices (think concerts or athletic events) that switching to 4G will provide faster speeds. Either way, you might want to think about giving up on the network completely.Check out our guidelines below to locate the network settings on your phone; each Android manufacturer has a slightly different technique to control your 5G settings. Control your network mode and select a 5G and LTE option, depending on whether you want to use 4G, 5G, or a combination of the two. Your phone and provider will determine which choice is available. In relation to 4G, assess the strength of the signal on your Android device to identify any network or connectivity issues.It's easy to force Android to stick to one of the two networks, whether you want to force your phone to use 5G solely or to continue on the older LTE network. This is how phones from every big manufacturer should be set up.  

A survey reveals that audiences are wary of AI being used to produce news.

According to a survey, news consumers are primarily against using AI for sensitive areas like politics.According to a survey, the majority of news consumers in the US and the UK would find journalism generated mostly by artificial intelligence (AI) unsettling.According to a poll by the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism released on Monday, only 23% of respondents in the US and 10% in the UK would feel comfortable with AI-produced news. Consumers are particularly wary of the technology being used for sensitive topics like politics and crime.AI-led news would make people uncomfortable, according to almost half of US respondents and 63 percent of UK respondents, respectively. Only 18% of respondents stated they would be neither comfortable nor uncomfortable.The use of AI to produce text-based content, illustrations, and stylized graphics was met with the least resistance from respondents, whereas the creation of realistic-looking images and videos was met with the strongest opposition.According to the institute's annual Digital News Report, which accompanied the study, "Our findings show audiences are most open to AI uses that are behind the scenes and areas where AI can help improve their experiences using news, providing more personalised and accessible information. "They feel less at ease with content intended for a broad audience, delicate or significant subjects, and computer-generated movies or images that could be mistaken for the genuine thing—areas where mistakes are thought to have the most impact. Most people agree that complete automation should not be allowed and that a human should always be involved.The results coincide with the global adoption of AI by newsrooms in the face of sharply declining revenue and widespread layoffs. AI tools are being used by many news organizations throughout the world for a variety of tasks, including research, interview transcription, and content development.Michael Miller, the executive chair of News Corp Australia, disclosed last year that the media organization was employing AI to produce over 3,000 pieces per week. When the German tabloid Bild unveiled a cost-cutting campaign last year worth 100 million euros ($107 million), it forewarned employees that it anticipated making additional cuts because of "the opportunities of artificial intelligence."  

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India saw the launch of the Samsung 2024 QLED 4K TV series; view specs and pricing

On June 11, 2024, Samsung, a South Korean electronics manufacturer, introduced its QLED 4K TV line in India. For better color reproduction, the series includes display models that measure 55, 65, and 75 inches. These models are built using Quantum Dot and Quantum HDR technologies. According to Samsung, the 4K upscaling technology in their 2024 QLED 4K series TVs improves lower quality video material for crisp, detailed images on a 4K panel.The Samsung 2024 QLED 4K TV is currently offered for sale in all three versions on both Amazon India and Samsung's official website.Details about the Samsung 2024 QLED 4K TV series Samsung uses the Quantum Processor Lite 4K to power its QLED 4K TVs in the 2024 series. The series' models are all equipped with Quantum Dot screens that feature Quantum HDR, which improves contrast and generates up to a billion color shades for a more immersive visual experience. Samsung said that the dual-LED panel used in the TVs' displays is approved by Pantone for color accuracy. Furthermore, according to Samsung, the TVs are compatible with its 4K upscaling technology, which improves video content at lower resolutions for more detailed images on 4K displays.For improved gaming performance, the 2024 QLED 4K TV series includes "Motion Xcelerator" and "Auto Low Latency Mode." The latter provides low lag for fluid gameplay, while the former predicts the movement between the frames and interpolates frames to provide a faster refresh rate.The Q-Symphony, OTS Lite, and Adaptive Sound capabilities on the QLED 4K TV series' 2024 models, according to the manufacturer, produce a 3D surround sound effect by analyzing what is on screen to provide an immersive audio experience.  

Five benefits of Swiftkey that you should use immediately include custom stickers and incognito mode.

The feature-rich keyboard app Swiftkey is available for iOS and Android smartphones. These are a few helpful features that all Swiftkey users ought to test.The Microsoft Swiftkey keyboard is among the most widely used keyboards ever. The free keyboard software is available for both iOS and Android and has some pretty amazing features. Here are other Swiftkey features you should explore, such typing in incognito mode and using AI to create personalized stickers.Use AI to make your own stickers. Swiftkey enables you to make personalized stickers that you can share with others, even if you already have a sizable collection of stickers that you frequently use. Using the DALL-E 3-powered feature is enjoyable and only requires a few taps. To utilize it, launch Swifkey on your phone and press the leftmost arrow button to reveal the toolbar. Now select the "Stickers" option by clicking the three-dot button located in the upper right corner of the keyboard.When you're finished, there will be a button at the bottom that looks like a magic wand. Clicking it will reveal a text field that says, "Describe a sticker to create." Enter the sticker you want AI to create here, then give it a few seconds to create. Your newly created sticker will then be available for use.Language switching is simple. Swiftkey is similar to Gboard in that it makes texting in five different languages easy. Currently, the Android keyboard app supports over 700 languages. Swiftkey allows you to quickly switch between languages by only swiping left or right on the spacebar after adding a new language.Transfer text and links between your phone and computer, or vice versa. With Swiftkey, you can copy text, links, and other items from your phone to your computer and vice versa using the built-in clipboard. Once configured, the feature can be useful because you won't need to send text messages or links to other PC software or messaging services in order to access them.Press the arrow button to open the toolbar, then tap the "Clipboard" button to locate and activate the Swiftkey clipboard. You can activate this option on your smartphone here, but there are a few more steps you need to do, which the app will walk you through, in order to sync your clipboard with your PC.Utilize Microsoft Copilot AI directly from the keyboard. Microsoft declared that it would be adding its AI-powered chatbot, Copilot, to Swiftkey shortly after its introduction. This feature allows you to use Copilot without disrupting your current activity on your phone. It can assist you with messaging, searching, creating new messages, and even writing on your behalf. Using Swiftkey, simply press the button on the left side of the toolbar to enter Copilot.  

AMD unveils the new "Zen 5" Ryzen AI 300 and Ryzen 9000 processors.

With a dedicated NPU, AMD's third-generation Ryzen AI 300 series CPU offers up to 50 TOPs of AI performance.AMD unveiled the next-generation Zen 5 CPU architecture and the XDNA 2 GPU NPU architecture, which will power the company's third-generation Ryzen AI CPUs for ultrabooks and the brand-new AMD Ryzen 9000 series processors for gaming PCs, during the Computex 2024 event on Monday in Taipei, Taiwan.AMD, a US-based semiconductor manufacturer, has revealed the Ryzen AI 300 series CPUs for the Copilot+ PC platform and other next-generation AI PCs. AMD said during the chips' announcement that the new Ryzen AI 300 series chips had a new neural processing unit (NPU) that can carry out 50 trillion operations per second (TOPS). AMD also revealed its next-generation desktop Ryzen 9000 series CPUs, targeted at demanding gaming and computing workloads, in addition to the new AI chips.The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 and AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 are the two CPUs that make up the AMD Ryzen AI 300 series. Based on the company's new Zen 5 architecture, both of these chips have high performance cores. Ten high performance cores and twenty threads are available in the Ryzen AI 9 365, compared to twelve high performance cores and twenty threads in the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370. Both processors have a base frequency of 2.0GHz, but the HX 370 has a higher boost frequency of 5.1GHz while the other chip has a frequency of 5.0GHz. Additionally, the Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 processor has a larger cache capacity of 36MB as opposed to the Ryzen AI 9 365 chip's 34MB.Based on AMD's XDNA 2 architecture, both of these chips have an NPU that can execute 50 TOPS. According to AMD, the AI engine (NPU) in these processors is "designed for efficient processing of local AI workloads" because of its capacity to handle AI workloads. Furthermore, integrated Radeon 800M series graphics processing units (GPUs) based on AMD RDNA 3.5 graphics architecture are included with the AMD Ryzen AI 300 series for gaming, graphic upscaling, and other uses. According to AMD, companies including Acer, ASUS, HP, Lenovo, and MSI are actively developing AI computers that will use the new Ryzen AI 300 series processors.  

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With the launch of the XUV.e8, an electric version of their well-liked XUV700, Mahindra & Mahindra is preparing to increase the number of electric vehicles in their lineup. The corporation is currently testing prototypes of this new model, which has already been displayed in concept form. Mahindra has submitted for multiple design patents recently, covering the XUV.e8's appearance and interior.The design patents show that the XUV.e8 is very similar to the concept version that was previously presented, according to a report by HT Auto. Notable improvements include a new set of inverted L-shaped LED projector headlamps and a large LED lightbar that runs the length of the front of the car. Due to the lack of an internal combustion engine, the front bumpers have been altered and do not include the conventional grille.According to reports, the XUV.e8's side profile has aerodynamic wheel covers designed to improve air flow efficiency. The concept's flush-fitting door handles are still on the car. There aren't many modifications at the back, only a new bumper and an LED light bar, however the tail lamps should stay the same. The XUV.e8 will likewise have copper accents, just as the XUV400.Interior design elements, most notably a new two-spoke steering wheel, are also included in Mahindra's design patents. Four toggle switches are located on this hexagonal steering wheel, which has a red stripe at the top for controlling the infotainment system and instrument cluster. The lighted Mahindra emblem on the steering wheel is a novel touch that continues a trend observed in Tata cars. The revamped dashboard, which features a three-screen arrangement evocative of high-end automobile interiors, is another noteworthy interior upgrade. This comprises a passenger-side extra screen, an infotainment display, and an instrument cluster. With these improved technology features and style cues, Mahindra's electric vehicle portfolio is expected to gain something special with the XUV.e8.  

OnePlus Open 2 with Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC is expected to launch in Q1 2025.

The company's first folding smartphone, the OnePlus Open, debuted last year with triple back cameras bearing the Hasselblad name and a high-resolution cover display (Read our Review). There are already rumors that a foldable's replacement is in the works. Thanks to a tipster, we now know some additional information regarding the impending foldable. The OnePlus Open 2, which may be a repackaged Oppo Find N5, is rumored to operate on the unreleased Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC.A well-known Weibo tipster named Digital Chat Station (whose username is translated from Chinese) stated that the OnePlus Open 2 is expected to launch in 2025's first quarter. It is rumored to be powered by Qualcomm's upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 SoC. In October of this year, Qualcomm is anticipated to introduce the chipset.The anticipated OnePlus Open replacement is expected to include a slim design, a high-resolution cover screen, an updated hinge to minimize weight, and a "ultra-flat" inside screen. It is probably going to be slim, and it might keep the OnePlus Open's periscope camera. It is very likely to launch as the Oppo Find N5, rebranded. The Find N3 was rebranded as the predecessor.In October 2023, the OnePlus Open made its debut in India, retailing for Rs. 1,39,999 for the 16GB RAM + 512GB storage model alone. It sports a 6.31-inch (1,116x2,484 pixels) 2K LTPO 3.0 Super Fluid AMOLED cover screen and a 7.82-inch (2,268x2,440 pixels) 2K Flexi-fluid LTPO 3.0 AMOLED inner display. It is powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 SoC and has 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM.The Hasselblad-branded triple rear camera arrangement on the OnePlus Open is powered by a 48-megapixel primary camera. Its two front cameras include a 32-megapixel secondary camera and a 20-megapixel primary selfie camera. The 4,800mAh battery within the foldable allows for 67W SuperVOOC charging.    

INR 21.6 Cr From Lightspeed To Pivot To Beauty Consultations For EkAneks Foxy Bags

SUMMARY: EkAnek passed a special resolution allocating 31,638 CCPS at a cost of INR 6,827.4 per to Lightspeed India, amounting to INR 21.6 Cr in total. Also, the business increased the number of stock options in its ESOP pool by 7,520, to 29,657. Foxy is an online store that was established in 2018 and offers a large selection of cosmetics, grooming, and beauty products.INR 21.6 Cr from Lightspeed to Pivot to Beauty Consultations for EkAnek's Foxy Bags. Parent company EkAnek of the beauty e-commerce platform Foxy has secured INR 21.6 Cr ($2.5 Mn) in a strategic financing round led by current investor Lightspeed India.  

Wipro CEO promotes veterans and relies on internal talent

In an attempt to curb the outflow of internal talent that had afflicted the company under former CEO Theirry Delaporte's leadership, and as a show of confidence in the depth of its current senior leadership, which has been with Wipro for many years, new CEO Srini Pallia has promoted at least five Wipro insiders, including three veterans, in the last 1.5 months.A few days after Pallia assumed leadership of the company, Wipro named 28-year veteran Malay Joshi CEO of Americas 1, which is the company's biggest market. Hari Shetty, a 31-year Wipro veteran, was named chief strategist and sales excellence officer of Wipro early this month.Once more this month, Wipro saw the departure of two previous leaders from Capgemini and the hiring of Amit Choudhary, the chief operating officer, and Anis Chenchah, the CEO of APMEA, by Delaporte. While Vinay Firake, a Wipro veteran of roughly 26 years, succeeded Chenchah, Sanjeev Jain, who joined the IT giant in April of last year, succeeded Choudhary. By relying on internal talent, the company continued to demonstrate its faith in its bench.Shreyas Bhosale was also named by Wipro last week as the company's engagement leader for the joint GTM with Nokia on private wireless. By combining Nordics and Benelux into a new Northern Europe region, the company also granted Sarat Chand, the managing director of Wipro-Benelux at the moment, extra responsibility for the Nordic region. Chand has spent the last fifteen years working for the IT company as a Wipro veteran as well. Analysts have praised the action, stating that it gives the right signals to all parties involved, including employees and.  

Best Midsize Car of the Year Texas Auto Writers Associations Annual Auto Roundup, 2024 Hyundai Sonata

DECATUR, Texas, May 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA) annual Auto Roundup, which took place on April 23–24, 2024, has crowned the 2024 Hyundai Sonata the finest midsize car. Leading automotive journalists from Texas get together for the TAWA Auto Roundup, a major event in the industry, to assess the newest models on factors including overall appeal, performance, value, and safety.The 2024 Hyundai Sonata is honored with this accolade for its amazing value, superior performance, cutting-edge technology, and superb design. The Sonata outperformed a competitive field of competitors by impressing the TAWA judges with its cutting-edge features, fashionable appearance, and dedication to providing an outstanding driving experience.Senior vice president of product planning and mobility strategy at Hyundai Motor North America Olabisi Boyle commented, "We are immensely honored to receive this recognition from the Texas Auto Writers Association."  "Our dedication to innovation, quality, and customer pleasure is embodied in the Hyundai Sonata 2024. This honor recognizes the diligence and commitment of our whole team."According to Cory Fourniquet, president of the Texas Auto Writers Association, "The Hyundai Sonata impressed our judges with its attention to detail throughout, like the color-matched switchgear for the windows and door locks as well as the built-in sunshades in the rear windows." "Even though it sells in a segment that is dominated by a couple of heavy hitters, Hyundai does not shy away from the mid-size sedan market like other manufacturers that are retiring their sedans. The fact that Hyundai is sustaining competitiveness in the market is very amazing. Not only that, but it beat out the freshly introduced 2025 Toyota Camry for this distinction."The dynamic new design language, improved safety features, and array of cutting-edge technologies make the Hyundai Sonata of 2024 stand out. A redesigned front fascia with a cascading grille, sleek LED headlights, and strong character lines that give the Sonata a sensation of motion even when it is stationary are all part of its aerodynamic and dramatic design. The Sonata is a versatile alternative for a broad spectrum of drivers, offering both dynamic performance and exceptional fuel economy with a selection of strong and economical engines, including a hybrid option.American Hyundai Motor Company Hyundai Motor America supports Hyundai Motor Company's Progress for Humanity objective while providing a technologically advanced array of automobiles, SUVs, and electrified vehicles to American consumers. Hyundai maintains substantial activities in the United States, with its North American headquarters located in California, the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing assembly factory in Alabama, the newly developed Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America situated in Georgia, and multiple state-of-the-art research and development centers. According to a recent economic impact assessment, these businesses, along with those of Hyundai's 835 independent dealers, generate $20.1 billion in revenue and 190,000 employment for the American economy each year. To learn more, go to www.hyundainews.com.  

RedBus starts a campaign for trip sales during election season.

The largest online bus ticketing company in the world, redBus, has announced its "Travel to Vote" campaign, which includes a special deal for new users throughout India. First-time customers can save 15% on their bus reservations, up to Rs. 250, by using the coupon code VOTE24. Customers can also receive cashback of up to Rs. 250, which further reduces the cost of their travels.RedBus is providing a discount and rebate offer to make it easier for customers to travel while exercising their right to vote during the Lok Sabha Elections of 2024. This is part of their endeavor to provide easy and economical travel during the election. The purpose of this offer is to guarantee that all eligible citizens cast ballots and to lower the cost of bus fare.RedBus also released a creative television ad as part of the "Travel to Vote" campaign, which made use of news networks' "Breaking News" structure to draw viewers in and stand out amid election coverage. With the intention of reaching a large viewership audience throughout the election season, the TVC will be shown on prominent news networks. By placing the campaign's message in this context, prospective voters who are making travel plans are guaranteed to receive it effectively. Targeted marketing through owned media channels and a strong online presence with video advertisements are also part of the media plan."At redBus, we're committed to always improving our clients' travel experiences by using cutting-edge technologies. Our effort to promote the democratic process by lowering the cost and increasing accessibility of travel during election season is known as the "Travel to Vote" initiative. Pallavi Chopra, CMO of redBus, stated, "We hope that this offer encourages more citizens to participate in voting while enjoying the convenience and ease of booking with redBus."This is a limited-time deal that offers great value and is aimed at potential clients. RedBus hopes to encourage more individuals to take advantage of the convenience of online bus booking and take part in the voting process by streamlining trip planning and making it more affordable for passengers, particularly during election season.