Air India Express Adds Nagpur To Its Growing Network; Introduces Delhi- Abu Dhabi And Pune- Abu Dhabi Routes

The airline will operate twice-daily flights between Nagpur and Bengaluru, starting from December 1, 2025, and introduce flights to Abu Dhabi from Delhi and Pune, starting December 2, 2025.

Continuing its growth momentum, Air India Express, India’s first international value carrier, announces the addition of Nagpur to its rapidly growing network. The airline has introduced five new stations in the last two months, taking the total number of destinations on its network to 60. Starting December 1, 2025, the airline will operate twice-daily flights between Nagpur and Bengaluru. Bookings for the new flights are now open on the airline’s award-winning website, airindiaexpress.com, mobile app, and major booking channels.

The airline is also expanding its Gulf network with the introduction of new flights to Abu Dhabi. Starting December 2, 2025, Air India Express will operate four weekly flights between Delhi and Abu Dhabi, and three weekly flights between Pune and Abu Dhabi, further strengthening connectivity between India and the UAE.

Nagpur further strengthens Air India Express’ presence in Maharashtra, where the airline already operates over 130 weekly flights from Mumbai and over 90 weekly flights from Pune. The airline will also commence operations from Navi Mumbai with 35 weekly flights to Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, and Kolkata. 

The new Nagpur – Bengaluru services complement Air India Express’ recently launched routes from Bengaluru to Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Dehradun, Jodhpur, Udaipur, reinforcing Bengaluru’s position as a key hub in the rapidly expanding Air India Express network. The airline operates more than 530 weekly flights from Bengaluru. The airline recently inaugurated direct flights from Bengaluru to Bangkok, Jeddah, Kuwait and Riyadh. From Delhi, Air India Express operates more than 400 weekly flights, directly connecting 25 domestic destinations, as well as Abu Dhabi and Sharjah in UAE, and Muscat in Oman.

The airline recently unveiled its new brand campaign ‘Xplore More, Xpress More’ encouraging travellers to immerse themselves in local culture and discover new experiences. The airline has also unveiled its new interiors of its Boeing 737-8 aircraft recently. The upgraded cabin features seats with superior padding, wider armrests, and legroom ranging from 29 to 38 inches. Each seat is equipped with in-seat USB charging ports, while the cabins feature ovens for serving hot ‘Gourmair’ meals, refreshed interiors with brand-new carpets, and advanced Boeing Sky Interior lighting, creating a modern, warm, and welcoming ambience that reflects the airline’s commitment to a comfortable and memorable flying experience.

The airline’s ‘Tales of India’ initiative celebrates the country’s artistic and cultural diversity through tail arts inspired by regional traditions and crafts. The initiative brings to life over 50 indigenous arts from 25 states, featuring on the airline’s aircraft including iconic Warli painting, exquisite Himroo and Paithani weaves from Maharashtra.

About Air India Express

 

Air India Express is a Tata enterprise, operating over 500 daily flights that connect 44 domestic and 16 international destinations. The airline has a fleet of 115 modern aircraft, comprising 75 Boeing 737s and 40 Airbus A320s. As India’s most vibrant and inclusive airline, Air India Express embodies the spirit and confidence of India - warm, expressive, and proudly authentic. Encouraging travellers to ‘Xplore More, Xpress More’, the airline transforms flying into an experience that is personal and memorable.

 

With thoughtfully curated touches - from ‘Gourmair’ hot meals, comfortable seats, and refreshed interiors to exclusive loyalty benefits and seamless digital journeys - Air India Express blends smart technology with heartfelt Indian hospitality, helping guests travel their way and feel at home wherever they go.

Marelli Opens New Technical R&D Site In Bangalore To Extend Engineering Capabilities

Marelli has established a new technical R&D site in Bangalore, southern India, to further expand the company’s engineering capabilities, supporting its innovation strategy in crucial automotive technology areas. The new facility is set to host 350 employees and was officially opened on November 5 in the presence of representatives from the Marelli India and global leadership teams.

 

The new site is situated in Bangalore’s Embassy Manyata Tech Park, that already hosts Marelli’s other technical R&D center in the city, which opened in 2022, providing the company with enlarged access to a rich engineering and software talent pool. This adds also to the company’s engineering center in Gurugram, in the Delhi area. With this opening, Marelli’s R&D capacity in India will reach 1,200 people.

 

The R&D site includes infrastructure for labs supporting optics, hardware and automotive validation labs, as well as facilities for training and collaborative spaces designed to foster innovation, teamwork and employee development.

 

Activities of the new center will support key technology areas of Marelli such as electronics, automotive lighting and both internal combustion and electric propulsion. Together with the two existing R&D facilities, the site will be focused on end-to-end development of solutions for infotainment, clusters, displays, body control modules, engine management systems, headlamps and rear lamps for Indian customers. It will also work closely with other Marelli’s global engineering teams – as well as with customers – to co-develop technologies for Software-Defined Vehicles (SDV), zonal architecture, Automated Manual Transmissions (AMT), Engine and Battery Management Systems (BMS) and advanced lighting features innovation. 

 

Marelli India is also focusing on expanding in-house test infrastructures to carry out most of the design and process validation of products and components internally, allowing for rigorous validation, and robust, reliable product design.

 

“The opening of this new technical R&D center underscores our continuous commitment to driving innovation, delivering excellence for our customers and fostering growth for our employees” said Saju Mookken, Marelli India Country Manager. “This significant expansion reflects our strategic vision for R&D activities in India, allowing to further boost our capacity and speed in developing solutions that truly matter to consumers, locally and globally. I want to thank all the team whose dedication contributed to creating this space, which will empower our employees and serve our business well into the future.”

 

This opening confirms Marelli’s significant presence in India, with a footprint that now includes 15 production sites and 3 R&D centers in 6 cities. With dynamic market growth and a renowned reputation as a global technology hub, India is central to the company’s vision. Trusted partnerships, strong customer relationships and market-leading solutions in critical technology domains position Marelli to seize emerging opportunities offered from the country and accelerate overall future growth.

About Marelli

Marelli is a global mobility technology supplier to the automotive sector. With a strong and established track record in innovation and manufacturing excellence, our mission is to transform the future of mobility through working with customers and partners to create a safer, greener, and better-connected world. With around 40,000 employees worldwide, the Marelli footprint includes over 150 sites globally.

Coke Buddy Turns India’s Corner Stores Into Smart Retail Hubs

 

India’s kirana stores have long been central to everyday commerce and consumer access. For these store owners, every minute matters - from stocking shelves to managing inventory and serving consumers in a fast-evolving retail landscape. To support them, Coca-Cola India has scaled up Coke Buddy, a smart, AI-enabled digital platform that puts the power of convenience and efficiency directly into the hands of retailers.

 

Since its launch, Coke Buddy has recorded one of the fastest scale up of any FMCG eB2B retail platform in India and has been used by more than 10 Lakh retailers. The app has also achieved industry-leading engagement rates, with retailers placing repeat orders every month to buy their favorite Coca-Cola Products, driven by transparent offers, AI powered suggestions and user-friendly interface. This rapid uptake reflects the platform’s ability to simplify everyday operations & strengthen retailer confidence & relationship.

 

Aditya Arora, a store owner said, “We’ve been serving customers since the 1980s and I’ve been working with my father for around 15 to 17 years. As an MBA graduate, I’ve learnt that if you want to grow your business, you have to evolve with time. The Coke Buddy app has changed the way we do business, bringing transparency into our work. I can simply place orders anytime through the app with deals and services from Coca-Cola. It’s brought ease to how we run our store every day.”

 

Pradeep, a store owner said, “I’ve been working with Coca-Cola for the past three years and regularly use the Coke Buddy app. It helps me place orders easily and stay updated on new products. I especially like the ‘Suggested Order’ feature, which recommends products based on my previous purchases. It makes running my shop easier.”

 

Beyond scale, Coke Buddy is also driving tangible business growth for kirana stores. The platform allows shopkeepers to order anytime, track deliveries, and access real-time pricing and promotions, all through a single mobile application. By embedding artificial intelligence into daily decision-making, the platform recommends products based on past buying patterns and seasonal demand, helping retailers avoid stockouts, reduce wastage, and make quicker, data-backed decisions. The result is simpler store management for retailers, and better availability of Coca-Cola beverages for consumers across neighborhoods in India.

 

Ambuj Deo Singh, Vice President, Digital Acceleration Office, Coca‑Cola India and Southwest Asia said, “Digital empowerment is defining retail growth and Coke Buddy is designed to give every retailer, whether it’s a neighbourhood kirana or a local supermarket, simple, always-on access to ordering and tracking Coca-Cola products. Each interaction generates insights that allow us to serve retailers more efficiently, while ensuring consumers find our beverages available whenever they desire.”

 

Coke Buddy integrates practical tools to simplify daily operations. Retailers receive real-time notifications on active promotions, discounts, new launches, and schemes, ensuring they never miss an opportunity. The platform’s voice search function enhances accessibility, making it easy to locate products instantly. In addition, shopkeepers can track their deliveries, review order history, and receive updates on order status, bringing full transparency and control into the process.

 

Coke Buddy is already transforming the way kirana stores interact with consumers. For the retailer, it is the reassurance of 24x7 access and transparency. For the consumer, it is the confidence that their favorite drink from the Coca-Cola portfolio is always within reach.

About Coca-Cola India:

Coca-Cola in India is one of the country’s leading beverage companies, offering a range of high-quality and refreshing beverage options to consumers. The company, in line with its vision of ‘Beverages For Life’ offers a wide portfolio of products which includes hydration, sports, sparkling, coffee, tea, nutrition, juice and dairy based products. In India its beverage range includes Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Diet Coke, Thums Up, Thums Up XForce, Charged, Fanta, Limca, Sprite, Sprite Zero, Kinley Soda, Rim Zim,  Maaza, Minute Maid range of juices and Honest Tea. The Company also offers hydration beverages including Limca GlucoCharge, Smartwater, Kinley, Kinley Copper, Dasani and Bonaqua packaged drinking water. Premium products constitute Schweppes’ range and Smartwater. In addition, it offers a Costa Coffee range of tea and coffee. The Company is constantly transforming its portfolio, from reducing sugar in its drinks to bringing innovative new products to market.

The Company along with its owned bottling operations and franchise bottling partners has a strong network of close to 5 million retail outlets through which it refreshes millions of consumers across the country. It seeks to positively impact people’s lives, communities and the planet through water and packaging initiatives, sustainable agriculture and emission reductions across its value chain.

Globally together with its bottling partners, The Coca-Cola Company employs more than 700,000 people, helping to bring economic opportunity to local communities worldwide. Learn more at www.cocacolacompany.com and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Empowering India’s Pharma Growth From Bengaluru To The World

Indian Pharma Fair 14th Edition

The 14th Edition of the Indian Fharma Fair is being held on November 7th and 8th, 2025, at Palace Grounds, Bengaluru, reaffirming its position as South India’s largest pharmaceutical exhibition. Inaugurated by Sri Raghunath Reddy R, President, and A.K. Jeevan, General Secretary, Karnataka Chemists and Druggists Association (KCDA), the two-day event features participation from over 70 leading pharma brands, including Medicant Group, Psychocare Health, Zee Laboratories, and Medicef Pharma.

The fair serves as a vibrant platform connecting manufacturers, marketers, and healthcare professionals, showcasing the latest in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, ayurveda, and wellness. With a strong focus on franchising, contract manufacturing, and export potential, it continues to open new avenues for growth and collaboration in the industry.

Director B.S. Bhandari expressed pride in hosting the event, calling it “a catalyst for innovation and economic growth in Karnataka’s thriving pharma sector.”

Arisinfra Solutions Announced Its Q2 & H1 FY26 PAT At ₹20.37 Crore, With EBITDA Margin Expanding By 50 Bps Y-On-Y

Key Consolidated Highlights:

Particulars	Q2 FY26	Q2 FY25	YoY (%)	Q1 FY26	H1 FY26	H1 FY25	YoY (%)
Operational Metrics
No. of Daily Dispatches	792	610	30%	709	754	599	26%
No. of Customers	2982	2548	17%	2,873	2982	2548	17%
No. of Vendors	2003	1639	22%	1,916	2003	1639	22%
Financials (Rs Cr)
Total Income	242.45	177.60	36.5%	215.61	458.05	372.18	23.1%
EBITDA*	22.54	14.99	50.3%	19.51	42.05	32.32	30.1%
EBITDA margin (%)	9.34%	8.51%	83 Bps	9.20%	9.25%	8.75%	50 Bps
Reported PAT	15.26	(1.98)	NA	5.11	20.37	4.48	354.77%
PAT margin (%)	6.29%	NA	NA	2.37%	4.45%	1.20%	325 Bps

 H1 FY26: Total Income at ₹458.05 Cr | EBITDA at ₹42.05 Cr

 Arisinfra Solutions Limited, a leading tech-enabled supply and services network for India’s construction and real estate sectors, today announced its unaudited consolidated financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30th, 2025.

Arisinfra Solutions Limited reported a robust performance in H1 FY26, driven by further expansion of secured supply networks, operating efficiency, higher scale of operations, disciplined cost and capital- efficiency management and the continued success of its integrated materials and real estate solutions platform.

Key Consolidated Highlights:

*EBITDA before one-time exceptional items of IPO expenses

Q2 FY26 Performance Highlights

●        Total income rose to ₹242.45 Cr in Q2 FY26, compared with ₹177.60 Cr in Q2 FY25 and ₹215.61 Cr in Q1 FY26, driven by higher sales volume and deeper penetration in existing clients.

●        EBITDA before one-time exceptional items of IPO expenses for Q2 FY26 was ₹22.54 Cr versus ₹14.99 Cr in Q2 FY25, representing a margin of 9.34%, up from 8.51% Y0Y and 9.14% QoQ

●        Reported PAT stood at ₹15.26 Cr in Q2 FY26 as compared to a loss of ₹1.98 Cr in Q2 FY25. PAT Margin stood at 6.29% in Q2 FY26.

●        Net working capital days reduced to 84 days in Q2 FY26 from 114 days in Q2 FY25

●        On the operational front, daily dispatches increased to 792 (up 30% YoY /12% QoQ), customers rose to 2982 (+17% YoY), and vendors to 2,003 (+22% YoY).

H1 FY26 Performance Highlights

●        Total income rose to ₹458.05 Cr in H1 FY26, compared with ₹372.18 Cr in H1 FY25 driven by higher dispatches.

●        EBITDA before one-time exceptional items for H1 FY26 increased to ₹42.05 Cr from ₹32.32 Cr in H1 FY25, up from 30.1% YoY. This was on account of a higher share from contract manufacturing, further expansion of secured supply networks, increased contribution from the services business and better cost discipline.

●        EBITDA Margins stood at 9.25% representing 50 BPS increase.

●        Reported PAT rose to ₹20.37 Cr in H1 FY26 from ₹4.48 Cr in H1 FY25.

●        PAT Margin stood at 4.45% in H1 FY26 representing an increase of 325 BPS supported by work- ing capital discipline and by lower finance cost.

●        Net working capital days reduced to 84 days in H1 FY26 from 114 days in H1 FY25, an improve- ment of approximately 25%, indicating stronger operating discipline.

●        On the operational front, daily dispatches increased to 754 (up 26% YoY), customers rose to X, 2982 (+17% YoY), and vendors to 2,003 (+22% YoY).

Strategic Wins and Order Book Momentum

Arisinfra Continues to make steady progress across both its materials and services business during Q2 FY26.

Materials Business Highlight (Q2 FY26):

·         Steady growth in monthly rolling demand for materials across key markets.

·         Contract manufacturing share rose to 44% in Q2 FY26 from 41% in Q2 FY25.

·         Higher reserved capacity across partner plants, supporting throughput and scale.

Services Business Highlight (Q2 FY26):

●        ₹250 Cr Merusri Sunscape with Merusri Developers – 5.5-acre luxury villa project on Benga- luru’s IVC Road spans 275,000 sq. ft. and comprises 76 villas. With full RERA approvals, finan- cial closure from Aditya Birla, and construction underway, the project marks a key milestone in expanding Arisinfra’s role as a full stack execution and supply partner.

●        ₹200 Cr Arsh Greens with Vaishnavi Residences – 4-acre villa plot project in Yelahanka, Benga- luru, with full financial closure achieved and construction underway.

●        Partnered with Mumbai-based Transcon Group and Bengaluru-based Amogaya Projects to unlock over ₹12,000 crore in real estate value — through full-stack engagement across strat- egy, financial structuring, materials, marketing, sales & execution.

●        ₹40 Cr AVS Housing Mandate – awarded directly to Arisinfra for integrated supply & execution

With these, Arisinfra’s integrated order book stands near ₹850 crore, spanning 2.5 million sq. ft. of development with a GDV exceeding ₹1,400 crore.

Execution Milestone: 

●        The Company achieved strong execution progress during the quarter — delivering record sales at Bodhii Tree Villa Plots and enabling Transcon Developers to secure the Occupation Certificate for Transcon Ramdev Plaza in Mumbai, unlocking over ₹1,000 crore in commercial value.

●        Ayana95: From stalled to success — 185 units across 5 towers completed on time; Completion Certificate obtained. All stakeholders achieved a successful exit. Winner of the prestigious GRI Awards, global authority celebrating excellence in real estate, recognizing its strategic turna- round and impact.

Outlook:

The Company remains focused on scaling its integrated supply–services–tech model, improving work- ing capital efficiency, and enhancing margin visibility through higher service contribution. With a strong balance sheet and an expanding base of institutional customers, Arisinfra is poised to deliver capital-efficient, profitable growth.

Management Commentary: 

Mr. Ronak K. Morbia, Chairman and Managing Director, said

“Our Q2 FY26 performance reflects the growing strength and maturity of our operating model. We saw consistent growth across both Contract Manufacturing and Services, alongside visible improvement in working capital efficiency and profitability.

During the quarter, Total Income stood at ₹242 Cr with EBITDA at ₹23 Cr and PAT of ₹15 Cr. The 38% year-on-year revenue growth and over 3× sequential increase in PAT underscore the operational leverage built into our system.

India’s infrastructure and real-estate ecosystem continues to shift toward greater formalisation and speed. At Arisinfra, our focus remains on strengthening the systems that enable this shift — through governance, technology-led visibility, and financial discipline across every transaction.

With an integrated services order book of nearly ₹850 crore, growing monthly material demand, and higher annual reserved capacity across partner plants, we enter the second half of FY26 with strong mo- mentum and readiness to scale further. Our focus remains on deepening our technology advantage, maintaining financial discipline, and partnering with developers and institutions that value dependable execution.”

About Arisinfra Solutions Limited

Arisinfra Solutions Ltd., India’s first listed Company offering an organised construction material supply and services network; bringing together fragmented suppliers and manufacturers to reliably serve large developers and contractors.

The company serves a wide spectrum of infrastructure and real estate clients, delivering value through operational efficiency, material supply exclusivity, and high-margin service offerings. With a strong pres- ence across high-growth regions, Arisinfra is committed to setting new benchmarks in innovation, sus- tainability, and profitability within the Indian construction ecosystem.

BSE: 544419, NSE: ARISINFRA| Website: www.arisinfra.com

About Arisinfra Solutions Limited

Arisinfra Solutions Ltd., India’s first listed Company offering an organised construction material supply and services network; bringing together fragmented suppliers and manufacturers to reliably serve large developers and contractors.

The company serves a wide spectrum of infrastructure and real estate clients, delivering value through operational efficiency, material supply exclusivity, and high-margin service offerings. With a strong pres- ence across high-growth regions, Arisinfra is committed to setting new benchmarks in innovation, sus- tainability, and profitability within the Indian construction ecosystem.

BSE: 544419, NSE: ARISINFRA| Website: www.arisinfra.com