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NDTV
2 days ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
2025 MG Astor Launched as Only Sub Rs 12.5 Lakh SUV With 10-Inch Display, Sunroof
JSW MG Motor India has introduced the MY2025 Astor, claiming that it is now the only 1.5-litre mid-size SUV to offer both a 10-inch infotainment screen and a panoramic sunroof within a price range of Rs 12.5 lakh. It is to be noted that the Astor is the flag-bearer of the brand in its segment and competes against the likes of Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, and others. The prices of MY2025 Astor start at Rs 11.30 lakh (ex-showroom) and offer VTi-TECH engine options along with 1.5-litre manual and CVT automatic transmissions. The refreshed model introduces two additional variants, Shine and Select, in addition to the current trims. Also Read: Actress Aakanksha Singh Joins List Of Mahindra XEV 9e Celebrity Owners All Astor variants feature a standard 10-inch infotainment display, while the panoramic sunroof is available starting from the Shine trim. The vehicle claims to be the only automatic SUV with a 1.5-litre engine priced under Rs 15 lakh that includes wireless charging, which is found in the Sharp Pro variant. Furthermore, the Astor provides heated outside rearview mirrors, a feature the company highlights as a first in its segment among internal combustion engine vehicles. In terms of safety, the vehicle includes more than 50 systems and 14 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems. It is equipped with ventilated front seats, wireless compatibility for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, an auto-dimming interior rearview mirror, and the i-SMART 2.0 connectivity system offering over 80 connected features. The Jio Voice Recognition system enables voice commands for various functions, including weather updates, cricket scores, calculator use, and news. All of this will help the SUV improve its position in the market. Compared to its rivals, the model has been receiving relatively low sales numbers, as the segment is dominated by the Hyundai Creta.
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India.com
3 days ago
- Automotive
- India.com
Meet India's Only Mid-Size SUV With Panoramic Sunroof Under Rs 12.5 Lakh - Its Not Creta, Seltos Or Grand Vitara
New Delhi: Hyundai Creta dominates the mid-size SUV segment, which includes models like the Maruti Grand Vitara, Kia Seltos, Honda Elevate, Skoda Kushaq, MG Astor, Volkswagen Taigun, and others. Among them, the MG Astor is the only SUV in this segment to offer both a large 10-inch infotainment display and a panoramic sunroof under Rs 12.5 lakh (ex-showroom), the JSW MG Motor India claims. In an official press release, JSW MG Motor India stated, "The MY2025 Astor 'Blockbuster SUV' is India's only 1.5-litre mid-size SUV to offer a large 10-inch infotainment display and a panoramic sunroof under Rs 12.5 lakh (ex-showroom)." It also added, "The MG Astor is also the only vehicle in the 1.5L Mid-SUV Automatic segment to offer a wireless charging feature under Rs 15 lakh, with its 'Sharp Pro' trim." While the Astor features a 10-inch infotainment display as standard across the lineup, the panoramic sunroof is available from the 'Shine' trim, priced at Rs 12,47,800 (ex-showroom). The full Astor range is priced between Rs 11,29,800 and Rs 17,55,800 (ex-showroom). Though it is among the most feature-rich SUVs in the segment, the Astor has struggled to gain traction and has failed to generate good sales volume so far. It offers over 50 safety features, 14 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) features, and more than 80 connected features. Key Features Include: 6-way power adjustable driver's seat Blind spot detection 360-degree surround view camera Tyre pressure monitoring system Lane change assist Personalised AI assistant Electric parking brake with auto hold 7-inch fully digital instrument cluster 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels Automatic headlamps Front fog lamps with cornering assist LED taillamps Powertrain Options It gets two engine options: a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol unit producing 110 hp and 144 Nm, and a 1.3-litre, three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine generating 140 hp and 220 Nm. The 1.5-litre unit comes with a 5-speed manual or an 8-speed CVT automatic gearbox, while the 1.3-litre turbo engine is paired with a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission.
The Star
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Immersive Sunday dinner of seafood, tableside theatre experience
The Brasserie's 'Pince, Fins and Chardonnay' dinner offers a luxurious seafood experience. THE Brasserie at The St Regis Kuala Lumpur, a Michelin-selected restaurant, redefines Sunday evenings with 'Pince, Fins and Chardonnay' – a sensorial seafood experience where theatrical tableside rituals meet oceanic opulence and timeless Astor hospitality. Inspired by the opulence of coastal feasts and the House of Astor's signature flair for refined indulgence, this culinary performance beckons guests to indulge in a slow, luxurious dining experience. Set against the warm ambience of The Brasserie's French-inspired interior, each dining element is choreographed to delight the senses and transform a meal into a memory. The evening opens with a signature welcome where guests are greeted with warm focaccia and 'Le Beurre Bordier' brown butter. A delicate amuse-bouche of Scallop Tartare with Oscietra Caviar sets the tone for the dinner ahead. At the heart of the experience is the signature Seafood Tower – a dazzling display of Boston lobster, Alaskan king crab, oysters, tiger prawns, pearl clams and mud crab, served with artisanal sauces. Guests are encouraged to forgo cutlery and enjoy the feast with their hands, echoing the joy and conviviality of a true coastal gathering. After the velvety Lobster Bisque is served in a rustic bread bowl, guests are invited to gather their trays and make their way to the live stations. There, the expert chefs will serve a sumptuous Seafood Casserole, nestled atop creamy pumpkin risotto, heirloom vegetables and a delicate seafood crumble, with each portion crafted to order. For those seeking to elevate their experience further, the wine wagon rolls through the room with curated Chardonnays, thoughtfully selected to complement the briny sweetness of the sea's bounty. To conclude the evening, The Brasserie's famed dessert trolley weaves between tables, presenting a decadent trio of tiramisu, lemon meringue tart and chocolate fudge cake for a sweet and stylish finale. Whether for a romantic evening, a celebration with friends or a luxurious end to the weekend, 'Pince, Fins and Chardonnay' promises an unforgettable culinary escape in the heart of the city. The dinner is served on Sundays from 6pm onwards. It is priced at RM242 nett per adult, or RM316 nett per adult with wine wagon experience. For reservations, call 03-2727 6696, or email
Express Tribune
6 days ago
- General
- Express Tribune
Markhor population sees positive trend
"With capacity-building programmes and engagement of local communities in conservation initiatives, a positive population trend has been observed in the Markhor species". WWF-Pakistan stated this on World Makhor Day while appreciating the conservation efforts of local communities in Gilgit-Baltistan, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. According to the organisation, close coordination between conservation organisations, government departments and local communities has resulted in an increase in the Markhor species and their habitat range in Pakistan. In June 2024, WWF-Pakistan, in collaboration with Pakistan Post, issued stamps showcasing the Kashmir markhor. According to WWF, the markhor species in Pakistan faces numerous threats that jeopardise its survival. However, the involvement of communities has improved the habitat and population of these species. The markhor, declared the national animal of Pakistan, is a large wild goat species native to South Asia and Central Asia, mainly existing in Pakistan, India, the Karakoram range, parts of Afghanistan and the Himalayas. Since 2015, it has been classified as Near Threatened on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List. Often based on their horn configuration, the markhor has been divided into five sub-species, namely Astor markhor, Bukharan markhor, Kabul markhor, Kashmir markhor and Suleiman markhor. Remarking on the day, WWF-Pakistan Director General Hammad Naqi Khan lauded the efforts of local communities in the protection of the Markhor species and highlighted the need for transnational conservation efforts to safeguard their future.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
History: How the Titanic's richest survivor enjoyed her time in Palm Beach
Not long before the famed ocean-liner Titanic sunk in the North Atlantic after plowing into an iceberg on a cold, dark April night in 1912, the richest passenger aboard helped his frightened bride into a lifeboat. Tall, lean and mustachioed John Jacob Astor IV wanted to accompany her in Lifeboat 4, but his social status and family fortune — born of the fur trade, then turbocharged by New York real-estate investments — ran up against the women-and-children-only dictum. What concerned the 47-year-old Astor most when he asked the ship's quartermaster to join her was her 'delicate condition.' Madeleine Talmage Astor was 18 and frightened. She also was five months' pregnant and had been feeling ill as the couple bunked in a double suite with a cadre of servants and Astor's Airedale named Kitty. After Astor was denied a lifeboat berth beside his wife, her cries joined the overall hysteria on the sinking ship. Seeking to comfort her, Astor promised he would 'see you in the morning, dearie,' according to survivor accounts. After the Titanic's final plunge into the icy North Atlantic, Astor went down with it. Madeleine survived. She was among hundreds rescued by the RMS Carpathia; one crew member said he'd never seen 'a sadder face or one more beautiful' than Madeleine Astor's. Months later, she gave birth to a son, who was named after his father. In time, the boy would learn of his parents' romance, begun in 1910 after they met in the Maine summer resort of Bar Harbor. That's where Astor owned an ornate home, one of several in the Astor portfolio, including a renowned manse on New York's Fifth Avenue. The press had feasted on the courting couple's every move, noting the 'scandalous' age difference and Astor's ability to bestow lavish gifts on an impressionable teenage Madeleine and her parents of lesser social status (William and Katherine Force were Brooklyn society leaders). Then there was the fact that Astor's first marriage had ended only months before in 1909, when his first wife filed for divorce. 'Like celebrities of today, they (Madeleine and Astor) were … followed incessantly by reporters and photographers,' Karen Kamuda, president of the Titanic Historical Society, said. After their September 1911 marriage and extended honeymoon in Europe and Egypt, they boarded the Titanic on April 10 in Cherbourg, France. Before his 1912 death, Astor, who owned New York's Waldorf Astoria and St. Regis as well as rent-collecting buildings in the city, had been making winter visits to Palm Beach with his former wife. But after Astor drowned in the Titanic disaster, it was Madeleine who claimed a spot in Palm Beach, where she leased oceanfront estates, socialized and played golf and tennis. In 1916, Madeleine married Brooklyn-society childhood friend William K. Dick, who was wealthy in his own right, although not on the scale of the Astors. Remarrying meant forfeiting income from her trust fund, plus use of the Astor family's Fifth Avenue manse. But she could dip into her son's trust fund, which she did, as news reports liberally outlined. By the early 1920s, Madeleine and Dick, with whom she had two more sons, were regularly spending winters or springs in Palm Beach. Madeleine played tennis and hosted or attended parties. A noted fashionista, she preened even for a stroll along the now-gone pier off The Breakers. She wore 'a stunning frock of heavy flat crepe in white, with a double tunic' and a wide leather green belt edged with gold,' the local press reported in 1925, noting her wide-brimmed Milan chapeau and black-velvet pumps. But by 1932, 'one never hears, or reads, of Madeleine's joining this or that fashionable luncheon or dinner party, and her social appearances in Palm Beach are … nil,' a Palm Beach society columnist wrote. By 1933, the Dicks' marriage had ended in divorce. But what sent shock waves through society was that Madeleine, 40, months later married a middleweight Italian boxer 15 years her junior; they'd met on a cruise ship. She reportedly provided Enzo Fiermonte with a $1,000-a-month allowance for suits and entertaining her in a style to which she was accustomed. Madeleine's and Fiermonte's marriage was considered 'stormy,' with periods of estrangement and reconciliation. She divorced him in 1938 — the decree was handled in West Palm Beach — on the grounds of 'extreme cruelty.' While she alleged that Fiermonte hit her, he later told the press she was 'unstable' with mood swings and the need for attending nurses. Two years after her divorce from Fiermonte, Madeleine died in Palm Beach at 46. Heart failure was cited, but friends were said to wonder about a possible overdose of sleeping pills. The funeral took place in New York at the Episcopal Church of St. Bartholomew's. Some 1,500 people attended, according to the New York Times. As during her lifetime, onlookers and the press lined the street outside, hoping to glimpse the famed rich arriving and departing the rites of the woman who once was the Titanic's richest 18-year-old pregnant bride, then widow. M.M. Cloutier writes about history for the Palm Beach Daily News. This story originally appeared in that publication in January. This article originally appeared on Palm Beach Post: History: The Palm Beach years of Titanic survivor Madeleine Astor
