Turkish Airlines Opens Its First European Lounge Abroad In Edinburgh

Turkish Airlines has opened its first-ever European lounge at Edinburgh Airport, aside from the world-famous one at its İstanbul hub, bringing another dimension of its world-renowned hospitality to travellers in Scotland. The new lounge further elevates Edinburgh’s premium travel offering while reinforcing airport’s growing role as an international gateway.

Türkiye’s flag carrier, which flies to more countries than any other, hosted a celebratory event at Edinburgh International Airport on 10 December to mark the opening of its eighth lounge outside of Türkiye. Turkish Airlines continues to bring scaled down slices of its five-star Lounge in İstanbul to its international gateways to maintain a seamless and luxurious experience.

Spanning 673m² and accommodating 149 guests, the lounge offers a premium experience with facilities including an open buffet featuring a Turkish pide service at lunch and dinner; a luxury relaxation area with TVs and Wi-Fi; and two prayer rooms. The lounge also includes an accessible restroom for the guests with reduced mobility, a baby care room and flight information screens.

Turkish Airlines Chief Operations Officer M. Akif Konar said: “The opening of our new Turkish Airlines Lounge at Edinburgh Airport marks an important milestone for our airline. As our first abroad lounge in Europe and our eighth outside of Türkiye, this investment demonstrates our deep commitment to our European operations where we already possess a strong presence as the best airline* of the continent. Looking ahead, we will continue to build on our presence in the region and bringing our award-winning hospitality closer to travellers here.”

Edinburgh International Airport Chief Commercial Officer Stephanie Wear, said: "The opening of the new Turkish Airlines Lounge marks an exciting chapter for both us and the airline as they launch their first lounge in the Europe abroad at Edinburgh Airport. It demonstrates Turkish Airlines’ commitment to the airport and to enhancing the travel experience for passengers. Open to all travellers, the lounge offers a relaxing space with fantastic runway views and some great food and beverage options whilst you wait for your flight."

Located on Level 2 near gate 16, the lounge will be available to Turkish Airlines Business Class passengers, Miles&Smiles members (Elite, Elite Plus and Elite Corporate Club) travelling in any class; and holders of the carrier’s Miles&Smiles Premier Visa Signature Card issued in the United States. Guests with a Paid Lounge membership card can also enter the lounge ahead of their flight.

Turkish Airlines operates 10 weekly flights between Edinburgh and Istanbul which allows travellers from Scotland to connect via Turkish Airlines’ unparalleled global network to 356 destinations in 132 countries.

*According to Skytrax Awards for numerous years.

About Turkish Airlines:
Established in 1933 with a fleet of five aircraft, Star Alliance member Turkish Airlines has a fleet of 514 (passenger and cargo) aircraft flying to 356 worldwide destinations as 303 international and 53 domestics in 132 countries. More information about Turkish Airlines can be found on its official website www.turkishairlines.com or its social media accounts on Facebook, X, YouTube, LinkedIn and Instagram.

About Star Alliance:

Established in 1997 as the first truly global airline alliance, the Star Alliance network was founded on a customer value proposition of global reach, worldwide recognition, and seamless service. Since its inception, it has offered the largest and most comprehensive airline network, with a strong emphasis on enhancing the customer experience throughout the entire Alliance journey. The member airlines are: Aegean Airlines, Air Canada, Air China, Air India, Air New Zealand, ANA, Asiana Airlines, Austrian, Avianca, Brussels Airlines, Copa Airlines, Croatia Airlines, EGYPTAIR, Ethiopian Airlines, EVA Air, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Shenzhen Airlines, Singapore Airlines, South African Airways, SWISS, TAP Air Portugal, THAI, Turkish Airlines, and United. Overall, the Star Alliance network currently offers 17,837 daily flights to over 1,160 airports in 192 countries. Further connecting flights are offered by Star Alliance Connecting Partner Juneyao Airlines. Star Alliance Press Office: Tel: +65 8729 6691 Email: mediarelations@staralliance.com Visit our website or connect with us on social media:

Le Méridien Hotels And Resorts Debuts In Navi Mumbai As The City Enters A New Phase Of Urban Momentum

129-key Le Méridien Navi Mumbai opens as a new premium hub encouraging travellers to savour, explore, and connect to the destination

Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, proudly debuts Le Méridien Hotels & Resorts in Mumbai. Le Méridien Navi Mumbai is a contemporary expression of the Le Méridien brand - crafted for the culturally curious and evolved traveller who finds inspiration in art, design, and the everyday moments that shape a destination. Set within Navi Mumbai’s evolving urban landscape, Le Méridien Navi Mumbai invites guests to take in the city with a sense of ease, through its calm design sensibility, expansive views, and the brand’s signature emphasis on savouring the moment.

As one of the tallest hotels in the city, it brings together global flair and the area’s distinctive coastal character, shaped by its vibrant neighbourhoods and cultural touchpoints. With seamless access to key business hubs and the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport, located approximately 12 kilometres away, the hotel is poised to become a compelling address for bleisure travellers, offering a place to work, wander, and truly savour Navi Mumbai.

Kiran Andicot, Senior Vice President, South Asia, Marriott International commented, “Navi Mumbai is on the cusp of tremendous growth, especially with the new airport nearing completion and opening the city to even greater opportunity. At Marriott International, we’re expanding at a strong pace in India, and it’s encouraging to see our pipeline progressing exactly as planned. Mumbai and the wider metropolitan region have always been a key area for us and the debut of Le Méridien brand in Mumbai with the opening of Le Méridien Navi Mumbai marks an important milestone.”

The hotel features 129 contemporary designed rooms and suites, each shaped by mid-century modernism and a calm, refined palette that reflects the brand’s design ethos. Framed by expansive views of the city and skyline, the suites offer an inviting retreat where artful details and intuitive touches create an atmosphere of effortless comfort. Anchoring the property’s visual narrative is a bespoke art installation inspired by the spirit of exploration. The lobby features a bespoke art installation crafted in wire mesh and canvas, showcasing hand-painted figures and small framed elements that nods to local culture. The piece adds a playful, artistic touch that complements the Le Méridien identity. For moments of relaxation, Tattva Spa offers treatments drawn from traditional therapies, complemented by a well-equipped fitness centre and an outdoor pool overlooking the hills.

Le Méridien Navi Mumbai presents a collection of culinary experiences that honors creativity, and the pleasure of savoring the moment. Hill View Café serves global favorites alongside serene vistas of the Parsik Hills. Mizuki, the hotel’s modern Asian restaurant, pairs contemporary flavors with sweeping skyline views from the top floor. At the lobby, Tasse et Café offers an inviting, European-inspired coffeehouse setting, while the signature Le Scoop programme brings a playful touch with handcrafted frozen treats that celebrate the joy and art of living well.

Le Méridien Navi Mumbai encourages guests to explore the destination through nature-led and cultural activities, whether admiring the seasonal spectacle at the Flamingo Sanctuary, taking in the scenic calm of the Parsik Hills, or immersing themselves in the meditative beauty of the Dhamma Vipula Buddhist Pagoda. Together, these experiences showcase the destination’s unique character. The Le Méridien Family Kids Club offers hands-on, engaging activities where children and their families can connect through creative activities, destination- inspired play and moments of shared exploration. Seasonal experiences and the year-round La Vie programme further bring the brand’s identity to life, celebrating the beauty of everyday moments.

With over 20,000 square feet of versatile event spaces, the hotel offers three banqueting spaces, including one of the largest outdoor venues in Navi Mumbai. Designed for easy transitions and thoughtful service, these venues are ideal for large and small conferences, board meetings, social gatherings, and weddings.

“Le Méridien Navi Mumbai is an invitation to experience this dynamic city through a new lens,” said Saurabh Chowdhury, General Manager, Le Méridien Navi Mumbai. “Anchored in the brand’s spirit of savouring the good life, we bring together thoughtfully designed spaces, curated culinary journeys and immersive programmes that celebrate Navi Mumbai’s distinctive character, while our commitment to the community ensures every stay feels connected to the destination, its people and its culture.”

For more information, visit http://www.lemeridiennavimumbai.com

Zuno General Insurance’s New Nationwide SmartDrive Campaign Reimagines Car Insurance For India’s Next-Gen Drivers

Zuno General Insurance, a new-age digital insurer committed to make insurance easy, friendly and transparent, has unveiled its latest mass media campaign, ”Good Drivers Choose Zuno”, created to spotlight its flagship product Zuno SmartDrive, India’s first telematics based, app-led car insurance program that rewards safe driving with tangible benefits from weekly and monthly gift vouchers to renewal premium discounts.

In a world where real and surreal are starting to look like twins, AI everywhere, viral chaos every minute, and attention spans on warp speed, Zuno flips the script.

The campaign is spearheaded by three digital films that drop audiences into delightfully unexpected scenarios from aliens lounging on a living-room sofa, to a seatbelt-conscious ghost, to a slightly confused genie trying to be helpful. The films show that nothing feels as unbelievable as a car insurance rewarding them for good driving. When insurance feels this good, everything else feels normal.

At its heart, the campaign brings alive a simple human insight: Good driving is an everyday act of responsibility, so it deserves real appreciation.

To share this benefit of usage-based car Insurance with a larger audience, Zuno has launched its flagship initiative of Zuno Driving Quotient (ZDQ) challenge to non Zuno users too. In this 5-day free trial, customers can simply download the Zuno app, complete a five-day driving assessment and receive a personalised driving score at no cost. This score unlocks additional discounts on car insurance and gift vouchers, making Zuno the first insurer in the country to offer a large-scale, app-based, pre-purchase driving test that delivers real, measurable financial benefits to customers.

Users earn weekly and monthly fuel or shopping vouchers, enjoy discounts on insurance renewal, receive a certified safe driver score (and bragging rights!), and get trip-by-trip insights to help improve their driving habits.

In short, Zuno SmartDrive makes insurance feel friendlier, more intuitive, and genuinely rewarding.

Commenting on the campaign, Ketan Mankikar, Head of Marketing & PR, Zuno General Insurance said, “Zuno SmartDrive is an extraordinary proposition. It rewards people for something as everyday yet meaningful as driving responsibly. And when the product itself breaks the category mould, the campaign must be equally disruptive. With ‘Good Drivers Choose Zuno,’ we wanted a clutter-breaking narrative that captures the delightful disbelief people feel when their car insurance rewards them for their safe and responsible driving. It’s bold, playful and reflects our core promise at Zuno: making insurance easy, breezy and surely rewarding.”

Gaurang Menon, Regional & Creative Head West, Hashtag Orange, said, “We’ve been doing some truly creative and strategic work with Zuno over the years, and this time we collectively made sure a standout product like Zuno Smart Drive gets the kind of communication it deserves. It’s not often that you get to build a campaign that flips every typical category trope on its head. We had a blast bringing the Good Drivers Choose Zuno campaign to life with characters as unexpected as aliens, a ghost, and even a genie. Work like this isn’t possible without a brand team that believes in bold ideas. Big thanks to Ketan and the entire Zuno team for backing the vision and taking it all the way.”

The campaign reinforces Zuno’s commitment to making insurance easier, friendlier and more meaningful for today’s consumers. By celebrating responsible driving in a fun, unexpected way, Zuno aims to inspire safer habits on the road while bringing a little delight to the everyday journeys of its customers.

The comprehensive 360° marketing campaign will run over 2–3 months starting December ’25, anchored in a digital-first strategy and amplified through high-impact ATL and BTL channels across priority markets.

On digital, the outreach spans across the entire Google suite, programmatic display networks, and leading social platforms including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube, ensuring precision targeting and high-frequency visibility. The campaign is further strengthened through OTT integrations, select premium publishers, influencer collaborations, meme marketing, and content-led platforms, designed to engage audiences natively where they spend their time.

To maximise mass awareness, digital is supported by a strategic layer of radio, outdoor, transit media, and cinema creating omnipresence across consumer journeys.

Together, the media mix ensures sustained reach, strong engagement, and consistent storytelling across every stage of the consumer funnel from awareness and participation in the 5-Day SmartDrive Challenge to app adoption and long-term program engagement.

Watch the campaign films here:

Film Link:

Ghost film: https://youtu.be/p8HFYVtIurI?si=oeEM__G-JC3xWk4F

Genie film: https://youtu.be/yV9TXVLSdeE?si=nzBcRVTTRD40_0Ip

Alien film: https://youtu.be/BQp1A_a-xdE?si=Q2KqATjr9Ohj_wbN

Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Inaugurates Supercomputing India (SCI) 2025 At MAHE Bengalur

The inaugural ceremony of Supercomputing India (SCI) 2025, an international conference on high-performance computing, was held from 11–14 December 2025 at Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), Bengaluru. Organised by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) and hosted by the Manipal Institute of Technology (MIT), MAHE, Bengaluru, the four-day conference brings together a distinguished global community of experts, researchers, industry leaders, innovators, and academicians. The event aims to shape the future of high-performance computing (HPC) and its convergence with AI and quantum technologies.

The inaugural ceremony was graced by the virtual participation of Hon’ble Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, and Hon’ble Shri Jitin Prasada, Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India. Both the ministers addressed the gathering through recorded messages, emphasizing the Government’s commitment to technological advancement.

The ceremony was also graced by several distinguished dignitaries, including Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India; Shri E. Magesh, Director General, C-DAC; Dr. Hemant Darbari, Mission Director, National Supercomputing Mission (NSM); Dr. S. D. Sudarsan, Executive Director, C-DAC Bangalore; and Dr. Narayana Sabhahit, Pro Vice Chancellor – Technology and Science, MAHE, along with other academic and industry leaders

In his address Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Hon’ble Minister (E&IT), Government of India, observed that, "This is India’s first global supercomputing conference and is a big milestone in our Deep Tech Journey. It’s a platform to showcase and share views about the advances in high performance computing. AI, quantum computing and semi-conductor, these are the fields which are redefining our economy and these are the technologies which are reshaping the entire world. We are focused on Made in India. Designed in India, and Made for the world solutions.” He concluded his address on a hopeful note, expressing confidence that the conference would lead to increased global collaborations, stronger policy–industry alignment, and a significant boost to India’s innovation ecosystem.

Shri Jitin Prasada, Hon’ble Minister of State (E&IT), Government of India in his message noted that this is “a landmark moment in our nation’s scientific and technological journey. Our Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi Ji has emphasized that Vikshit Bharat by 2047 is not merely a slogan, it is a vision of self-reliant, innovation driven that designs engineers and technologies of tomorrow.” He added that the Ministry is advancing this vision through transformative initiatives such as the National Supercomputing Mission, India’s Semiconductor Mission, India AI Mission, and Designing Initiatives.

Reflecting on MAHE’s contribution to boost India's innovation ecosystem Dr. Narayana Sabhahit, Pro Vice Chancellor -Technology & Science, MAHE, noted, "we are deeply committed to the frontier of Quantum Computing: THE Q-HUB@MAHE’s Bengaluru Campus. The Q-HUB @MAHE Quantum Centre stands as a symbol of centrality, collaboration, and co-creation. The establishment of The Q-HUB — MAHE Quantum Centre at the Bengaluru campus is a powerful step toward realizing the vision of National Quantum Mission and fortifying India’s position in the global quantum ecosystem, which will house a 7-Qubit, extendable to 25-Qubit open-architecture facility. This centre also aims at integrating “Qniverse”, the indigenous quantum software developed by C-DAC.”

The event stood as a testament to the longstanding partnership between CDAC and MIT, as highlighted in the opening remarks by Shri E. Magesh, Director General, C-DAC. Some of the key areas of the partnership include capacity building through Faculty Development Programs at MIT and specialized HPC workshops. It also focuses on skill development via hands-on bootcamps on IoT device programming using indigenous technology. Additionally, the partnership provides researchers with direct access to C-DAC’s ‘Param Utkarsh’ supercomputing facility, enabling cutting-edge research in molecular simulations, AI, and other advanced areas.

SCI 2025 will continue over the next three days at MAHE Bengaluru, featuring technical sessions, workshops, and exhibitions that showcase India’s supercomputing capabilities and promote international collaboration in HPC, AI, quantum computing, and digital infrastructure.

Malaysia Airlines Ushers In A Season Of Merry Moments With Global Year-End Sale

Exclusive fares for 2025 holidays and 2026 adventures invite Indian travellers to plan meaningful journeys ahead

As the festive season approaches and travellers across Malaysia and beyond prepare for long-awaited reunions, Malaysia Airlines ushers in this special time of the year with its Global Year-End Sale – an invitation to plan ahead for meaningful journeys in 2025 and early 2026. Whether returning home for cherished celebrations, exploring new destinations, or rediscovering favourite cities, the airline’s exclusive fares open the door to reconnecting with the people and places that matter most.

These promotional fares are available from 11-22 December 2025, offering an exciting opportunity for travellers to plan their next trip. Meanwhile, Enrich members will enjoy exclusive early access from 9-10 December 2025, along with an additional 5% discount on top of the promotional fares. Those who are not yet members are encouraged to sign up for the airline’s award-winning lifestyle and loyalty programme, Enrich, to take advantage of these special fares and earn Points with every booking.

Travellers departing from India can enjoy all-in return Economy Class fares starting from INR 16,199 From Kolkata to Kuala Lumpur, unlocking a range of destinations perfect for year-end escapes and new-year adventures. From the winter charm of London to the neon energy of Tokyo and the modern energy of Shanghai, the sale provides access to some of the world’s most inspiring cities. Closer to home, travellers can explore regional favourites such as Bangkok and Jakarta, as well as leisure destinations including Krabi, Siem Reap, and Cebu - now easily accessible via sister airline Firefly’s jet services from KLIA Terminal 1 (KUL), offering sun-soaked beaches, cultural gems, and laid-back island escapes just a short flight away.

To offer even more value, travellers can take advantage of the Bonus Side Trip programme, which provides add-on flights to eight domestic destinations at no extra fare, including Penang, Langkawi, Alor Setar, Kota Bharu, Kuala Terengganu, Johor Bahru, Kuantan, and Kuching. For a limited time until 31 December 2025, the programme has also been expanded to include new routes operated by Firefly (Krabi, Siem Reap, and Cebu), giving travellers even more opportunities to explore additional destinations in a single itinerary via Kuala Lumpur.

On top of enticing fares, passengers can enjoy 20% off Seat Selection and Golden Lounge Access until 22 December 2025, whether opting for extra-legroom seating, securing bassinet seats on A330neo flights, or relaxing at the Golden Lounges at KLIATerminal 1.

The airline continues to refine its award-winning Economy Class experience—recognised in the Skytrax Top 10 for Best Economy Class Seats and Top 10 for World’s Best Airline Cabin Crew in 2025. On board the state-of-the-art A330neo, travellers can expect uncompromised comfort with ergonomically designed seats, each equipped with coat hooks, cup holders, and generous stowage space. For those who appreciate extra room to stretch, 24 extra-legroom seats are also available, offering passengers more space to relax during the flight.

Passengers can also look forward to a more enjoyable journey with 13.3-inch 4K entertainment screens, Bluetooth audio pairing, a dedicated Kids Mode, and complimentary unlimited Wi-Fi via MHconnect, making it easier to stay entertained or connected throughout the flight. Families will appreciate thoughtful touches designed with young travellers in mind, including the fun-filled Pilot Parker Activity Pack for children aged 2–12 and dedicated support at the Special Assistance Counter (Row H18, KLIA Terminal 1). Selected flights also feature the airline’s signature “Cool Treats” ice cream, adding a sweet surprise to the journey. For added convenience, passengers may pre-select their meals ahead of time, while those seeking an elevated experience can explore MHupgrade, which offers priority check-in and boarding, lounge access, spacious seating, and other Business Class comforts for a more indulgent trip.

Travellers can also unlock additional value with Journify, Malaysia Aviation Group’s (MAG) travel and lifestyle platform. By using their booking reference number as a promo code, customers can enjoy up to RM50 off tours, attractions, airport lounges, travel passes, and Malaysia Airlines merchandise.

Begin your next meaningful journey with Malaysia Airlines and experience the comfort, care, and connection that defines Malaysian Hospitality.

About Malaysia Airlines

Malaysia Airlines is the national carrier of Malaysia, offering premium and full-service travel options to, from, and within the country. As the gateway to Asia and beyond, the airline carries up to 40,000 guests daily on memorable journeys inspired by Malaysia’s diverse heritage. Malaysia Airlines embodies the nation's rich traditions, cultures, and cuisines, delivering an unparalleled experience through its signature Malaysian Hospitality across every customer touchpoint.

Since September 2015, the airline has been owned and operated by Malaysia Airlines Berhad. It is part of the Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) – a global aviation organisation comprising a range of aviation and lifestyle travel solution portfolios aimed at serving global air travel needs.

As a member of the oneworld® alliance, Malaysia Airlines offers enhanced connectivity to more than 900 destinations in 170 territories worldwide. For more information, visit www.malaysiaairlines.com or download the Malaysia Airlines app for the latest promotions at your fingertips.

Uber Forays Into B2B Logistics; Launches Namma Metro Ticketing Across Bengaluru

As per the company, unlike Uber Courier—which is booked directly by customers through the Uber app—Uber Direct functions behind the scenes as a logistics engine for businesses

Uber at a press meet in the city has announced its entry into the B2B logistics space with the launch of Uber Direct, powered by the ONDC.

The company has also rolled out metro ticketing on the Uber app for Bengaluru commuters through Open Network for Digital Commerce, effective December 10.

According to the company, unlike Uber Courier—which is booked directly by customers through the Uber app—Uber Direct functions behind the scenes as a logistics engine for businesses.

Orders are placed by users on a seller’s app or website, and deliveries are fulfilled by Uber Direct without any customer interaction with Uber until the delivery partner arrives.

"This makes Uber Direct, powered by ONDC, a standardised, plug-and-play solution for enterprises that need reliable, flexible and scalable delivery support," the company said.

Uber said the service went live here earlier in the day, on ONDC’s open digital rails, with drivers fulfilling grocery deliveries for brands such as Zepto and KPN Farm Fresh.

"Uber Direct will be expanded to food delivery within a couple of weeks, fulfilling orders for global brands such as KFC, Burger King and Taco Bell, as well as Indian brands like Rebel Foods," it added.

Speaking at the launch, Prabhjeet Singh, President, Uber India and South Asia, said Bengaluru—"a playground for innovation"—is a natural choice for deepening Uber’s integration with ONDC.

"The launch of Metro ticketing and Uber Direct in Bengaluru helps us bring alive our vision to help people ‘Go anywhere, Get anything’, and we are excited to build that at scale with ONDC," he said.

With this launch, after Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai, Uber users in Bengaluru can purchase QR-based metro tickets and access real-time information for the Bangalore Metro (BMRCL) within the Uber app, using UPI as the exclusive payment method, the company added.

Propel Industries Unveils India’s Largest Portfolio Of Next-Gen Electric Tippers & Mobility Solutions At EXCON 2025

The Newly Launched EV Trucks comes with path-breaking battery warranty of up to 5,000 cycles or 5 years

Propel Industries Private Limited, India’s leader in Crushing and Screening equipment and a pioneer in Electric Tipper manufacturing - announces expansion of its electric mining and construction portfolio with the unveiling of "four new tipper models, all-new connectivity platform, and a comprehensive after-sales uptime solution at Excon 2025" in the presence of Chief Guests Dr. Soumya Ranjan Samal, Founder and CMD of Kalinga Commercial Corporation Limited and Mr. J Rudrasekar, Director - RAJIRAJ MINERALS PRIVATE LIMITED.

The launch includes four new electric tippers - 90CED, 70CED, 560HEV-X, 470MEV Gen-2, Pulse.ev – An all-new Connectivity Platform, and Pro EV Care – A comprehensive EV Service Program.

Speaking on the launches, Mr. V. Senthilkumar, Managing Director, Propel Industries Private Limited, said, every new platform we introduced today responds to the real needs of Heavy-Duty mining and construction environments. Our focus remains on productivity, long-term operating economics, reliability, and safety. With these additions we are strengthening India’s Electric Heavy- Duty eco system and giving operators technologies they can trust in demanding conditions.

Mr. Siddarth Kirtane, President – EV Sales, Marketing and Service, added that, the announcements reinforce Propel’s commitment to innovation, high-productivity for customers, zero-emission, and future-ready heavy-duty mobility. Since start of EV truck sale in 2023, the brand has expanded its presence across coal, overburden, limestone, iron-ore, stone quarry, marble & granites, and solid waste management segments. Propel trucks have cumulatively covered over 5 lakh operating hours and the first set of 8 trucks have clocked 12,500 hours in 2 years, which is equivalent to 20 hrs per day. This proves the reliability and uptime of the propel electric trucks.

Product Highlights

1. Launch of Four New Electric Tippers

90CED – India’s first ultra-fast charging 90T Electric dumper, with 34cu.m struck volume and battery options ranging from 310 to 650kWh, delivering unmatchable productivity and uptime.
The machine is packed with superior safety systems like ADAS level 1 safety through Electronic Braking System, Driver Fatigue Monitoring systems, Fail Safe Parking, Trunnion Jack, an Advanced Human Machine Interface with smart Infotainment suite, and meeting the DGMS safety requirements.

70CED – India’s First 8x4 Mining Tipper with 25 cu.m Rock Body – designed for high-output mining operations, delivering higher payload in every trip.

560HEV-x – India’s First 8x4 Construction Tipper with 25 cu.m Box Body - Built to dominate large-scale construction with higher capacity, advanced stability, and fast charging.

470MEV Gen-2 – India’s First 6x4 Tipper with 20 cu.m Rock Body – Upgraded with higher carrying capacity, 3 battery pack options, and meeting the DGMS-safety requirements, ready for mainstream mining adoption.

Industry leading 5,000 cycles battery warranty – the Propel trucks are equipped with state-of-the-art lithium-ion batteries with In-built Battery firewall (Automatic fire detection & suppression system) is a significant example. Through advanced engineering, innovative architecture and data driven battery management systems, Propel has built a track record of high battery reliability even in various operating conditions. With this, the company is leading the industry with a path-breaking battery warranty of 5 years or 5000 cycles for their tippers.

Launch of Pulse.ev – Next-Generation Connectivity Platform

Propel introduced Pulse.ev, its new digital ecosystem built in-house specifically for electric mining and hauling operations.

Real-time vehicle health & diagnostics

Energy consumption insights

Predictive maintenance analytics

Fleet optimization suite - for multi-shift operations.

Launch of Pro EV Care – Comprehensive EV Service Program

A comprehensive five-tier service package to meet the diverse needs of customers and backed by an uptime assurance program to ensure higher productivity, availability and therefore profitability. This modular approach ensures predictable operating costs, unmatched lifecycle assurance for EV fleets and customizable on-site service tailored for their operations.

Industry Context & Leadership

India’s push for zero-emission heavy mobility is accelerating, with leading OEMs globally launching high-range and high-capacity EV trucks. Propel’s 2025 portfolio establishes India’s most comprehensive and indigenously engineered electric mining and construction range, positioning the company at the forefront of sustainable heavy-duty transportation.