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Launched on January 14, 2026, the Bajaj Chetak C25 (officially C2501) is the most accessible model in the iconic Chetak electric scooter lineup, priced at ₹91,399 (ex-showroom, Delhi, including subsidies). Positioned as an entry-level EV for urban commuters, it targets buyers seeking a durable, metal-bodied scooter under ₹1 lakh OTR, competing with models like Ola … Read more
A “hiccup” in the AI supply chain has emerged as one of the top market risks for 2026, according to analysts and industry reports. This refers to persistent structural bottlenecks and disruptions in the semiconductor ecosystem—particularly for advanced AI chips, high-bandwidth memory (HBM), substrates, and related components—that could slow the AI boom, inflate costs, delay … Read more
Travelers’ CTO Mojgan Lefebvre on “Perform and Transform” in Insurance Innovation In a recent interview with Insurance Business America, Mojgan Lefebvre, Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Travelers Insurance, outlined the company’s disciplined approach to innovation in the insurance sector. Lefebvre emphasized Travelers’ “perform and transform” framework, an enterprise-wide strategy that balances … Read more
Approach this conversation with empathy, not frustration. Taking 10 years and $100K to earn a degree is a massive investment—both in time and money—and it’s understandable you’re feeling impatient or worried about the next steps. But framing it as “get it together” can come across as dismissive or critical, especially after such a long journey. … Read more
VFACTS December 2025: Strong Finish for Another Record Year of New Vehicle Sales in Australia Australia’s new vehicle market capped off 2025 with a record-breaking annual total of 1,241,037 sales, marking a modest 0.3% increase over 2024’s previous high of 1,237,287. This achievement came despite economic pressures, with December delivering a strong 101,513 vehicles—up 1.9% … Read more
How AI is Revolutionizing the Insurance Industry in 2026 Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept in insurance—it’s actively reshaping the entire value chain from underwriting and risk assessment to claims processing, fraud detection, and customer personalization. As we move through 2026, insurers are shifting from pilots and experiments to large-scale production deployment, … Read more
Nollywood: Top 10 Movies with the Highest Views on YouTube in 2025 Nollywood has solidified its dominance on YouTube in 2025, with filmmakers bypassing traditional platforms to deliver direct-to-audience hits. Channels like Maurice Sam TV, Omoni Oboli TV, and Bimbo Ademoye TV have driven massive viewership through exclusive premieres, engaging stories, and strong star power. … Read more
Saks Global Bankruptcy: Chanel and Kering Top Creditor List Amid Trade Credit Risks On January 13, 2026, luxury retail group Saks Global—owner of Saks Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf Goodman, and Neiman Marcus—filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas. The filing comes just months after a debt-fueled … Read more
Senate Vote on Venezuela War Powers Resolution: Overview and Expectations The U.S. Senate is set to vote on Wednesday, January 15, 2026, on a bipartisan war powers resolution aimed at restricting President Donald Trump’s ability to engage in further military actions against Venezuela without congressional approval. This comes amid escalating tensions following a U.S. military … Read more
Mahindra has achieved an extraordinary milestone with the simultaneous launch of its two flagship SUVs: the XUV 7XO (the updated, rebadged version of the popular XUV700 with ICE powertrains) and the XEV 9S (India’s groundbreaking born-electric 7-seater SUV). On January 14, 2026, the opening day of bookings (specifically within the first 4 hours), the duo … Read more