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Hindustan Times
02-08-2025
- Hindustan Times
Staged gun attack for police cover backfires, four held in Sangrur
In a bizarre incident, a Sangrur man allegedly staged an attack on himself with the help of his brother-in-law and three hired 'shooters' to gain police protection and flaunt influence, only for the stunt to backfire and land his accomplices behind the bars. The mastermind, Milanjot Singh, a preacher and resident of Sherpur, is still on the run, police said. (HT) The mastermind, Milanjot Singh, a preacher and resident of Sherpur, is still on the run, police said. Sangrur senior superintendent of police (SSP) Sartaj Singh Chahal said on July 29, Milanjot filed a complaint, stating that around 9 pm the previous night, he and his brother-in-law Jaswinder Singh were returning home from Mohali in separate cars. Meanwhile, a Maruti Suzuki Ciaz car started following them. As they reached home and parked their cars, three unidentified individuals in the Ciaz fired at Jaswinder's car, before fleeing, Milanjot alleged. Following his complaint, police had lodged an FIR under Section 324 (4) (mischief) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and relevant sections of the Arms Act. However, as the probe deepened, police discovered that Milanjot and Jaswinder concocted a fake attack, planning and executing the entire incident. They allegedly paid the three 'shooters' ₹1.20 lakh to carry out the firing. Cracking the case, police arrested the 'shooters', along with Jaswinder, while Milanjot, the primary conspirator, is absconding. Police also recovered a .32-bore pistol, two live cartridges, one empty shell casing, the Ciaz car used in the incident, and ₹50,000 in cash. Following the revelations, police added Sections 217 (false information), 125 (act endangering life or personal safety of others), 25, 26 (act not intended to cause death, done by consent in good faith for person's benefit) and 61 (2) (criminal conspiracy) of the BNS to the FIR. Deputy superintendent of police Devinder Attri said the four arrested men were on police remand, and efforts were on to recover the pending amount and arrest Milanjot.
Time of India
01-08-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Maruti Suzuki banks on festive push, special editions to rev up flat sales
New Delhi: Country's largest carmaker by volume, Maruti Suzuki, is counting on new limited-edition offerings and the upcoming festive season to help revive its sales. The carmaker, which reported flat sales on Friday for July, flagged subdued rural demand, rising input costs from the rollout of six airbags across its lineup, and capacity constraints in CNG models as key factors which dampened the already sluggish market sentiment during the month. 'Momentum in the rural market has softened compared to last year. While we were seeing growth of around 10 per cent previously, it has now tapered to about 2–3 per cent,' said Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer- Marketing and Sales, Maruti Suzuki. Domestic despatches for the carmaker remained flat at 1.37 lakh units in July, matching volumes from the same month last year. Growth during the month was primarily driven by the compact car segment, which includes models like the Baleno, Celerio, Dzire, Ignis, Swift, and WagonR. 'Bookings for the WagonR are showing a positive trend, which is encouraging. However, there remains pressure in the entry-level segment, as the conversion from bookings to actual retail sales is still weak,' Banerjee noted. Maruti's entry-level models such as the Alto and S-Presso, along with the Ciaz sedan, continued their year-on-year decline during July. Notably, the company also reported a dip in utility vehicle despatches across models like the Brezza, Ertiga, Fronx, Grand Vitara, Invicto, Jimny, and XL6. Banerjee pointed out that sales of the Eeco van were under pressure, largely due to the cost escalation following the mandatory fitment of six airbags. 'The cost of the Eeco increased by nearly 6 per cent, which is quite substantial for this segment. There is also a bit of a challenge in securing financing,' he said. To address this, the carmaker is actively engaging with various NBFCs to ensure that prospective customers are able to access loans and continue purchasing the vehicle. It must be noted that models such as the Ignis and S-Presso still do not feature six airbags. The same applies to the Ciaz sedan, although its production has now been discontinued. Additionally, CNG penetration in Maruti Suzuki's overall portfolio stands at 40 per cent. However, while the demand for CNG models remains strong, the company is currently facing capacity constraints in this segment. According to him, the company's current network stock levels are in the range of 36 to 37 days even as it continues to calibrate the despatches to its dealers. He also confirmed that its first electric vehicle (EV)-- eVitara, which is set to debut in export markets before its domestic launch, remains on track for rollout within the current financial year, despite ongoing challenges related to the supply of rare earth magnets. Festive boost Maruti Suzuki is pinning its hopes on a 'good' festive season to revive momentum, especially in the rural market, which has been showing sluggish growth. 'If Onam goes well, followed by Ganpati, then Navratra, coupled with a good monsoon and a possible MSP price hike by the government, there's no reason why the festive season should not perform well,' Banerjee said. He added that early signs are promising, citing a 10 per cent year-on-year growth in bookings in Kerala, a key market for Onam. To cushion the impact of price hikes in entry-level models due to the mandatory six airbags, the company is also relying on its newly launched six limited edition models to drive demand.
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Time of India
Trio assaults man, knocks him down as cars brush; held
Noida: A man and his two sons allegedly assaulted the driver of another car after their vehicles brushed each other on a busy road near Sai temple in Sector 58. The three men were arrested on Thursday. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now According to police, Umesh Gupta was driving his Ciaz along the service road in the area on Tuesday when the other car, an Innova, approached from the wrong direction. Gupta said he tried to give way, but the two vehicles brushed against each other. What followed was a heated exchange between Gupta and the Innova driver, which soon turned violent when Gupta's sons, Anubhav and Vaibhav, joined in. Videos recorded by bystanders and shared online show the three men repeatedly striking the Innova driver, knocking him to the ground, and even attempting to use a stick taken from a passerby. Eventually, the crowd intervened to stop the assault. While the driver escaped without serious injuries, the Guptas were booked under BNS sections 115(2) (voluntarily causing hurt) and 351(3) (criminal intimidation) and arrested. In a separate incident on Thursday, four residents of Ghazipur were arrested by Knowledge Park police for allegedly ramming a man's car, leaving him severely injured. The accused allegedly had a personal dispute with the victim. They now face charges under sveral BNS sections for rioting, attempted murder, and wrongful restraint.
Business Upturn
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- Business Upturn
Maruti Suzuki India posts 6% YoY decline in total sales for June 2025; Export performance at all-time monthly high
By Aman Shukla Published on July 1, 2025, 16:28 IST Maruti Suzuki India reported a 6% drop in total sales for June 2025, selling 167,993 units compared to 179,228 units in the same month last year. The decline was largely driven by weaker domestic demand, although the company recorded its highest-ever monthly exports. In the domestic market, Maruti sold 121,339 vehicles in June, including 2,433 units of its light commercial vehicle, Super Carry. Passenger vehicle sales stood at 118,906 units, down from 137,160 units in June 2024. Sales of mini and compact cars — which include popular models like the Alto, WagonR, and Baleno — fell sharply, dropping to 60,591 units from 73,444 a year earlier. The mid-size sedan Ciaz also saw muted numbers, with just over 1,000 units sold. Utility vehicles, a category that includes models like the Brezza, Ertiga, and Grand Vitara, contributed 47,947 units to the monthly tally, slightly lower than last year. Meanwhile, van sales, primarily led by the Eeco, also slipped year-on-year. On a more positive note, Maruti's exports touched 37,842 units in June — the highest monthly number ever for the company. Sales to other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) came in at 8,812 units. Looking at the broader April-June quarter, Maruti's total sales stood at 527,861 units, marginally up from 521,868 units in the same period last year. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
Hindustan Times
02-06-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Maruti Suzuki reports drop in domestic sales while exports continue to rise. Check details
Maruti Suzuki sold 135,962 units domestically in May 2025 as opposed to 144,002 units it sold in May 2024. Maruti Suzuki's dosmestic sales fell by 5.58 per cent in May 2025 while exports rose by 79.7 per cent. Check Offers Leading Indian carmaker, Maruti Suzuki India has posted domestic sales of 135,962 units in May 2025. This marks a year-on-year fall of 5.58 per cent for the carmaker from the 144,002 units it sold domestically in May 2024. On the other hand, the carmaker's exports rose by 79.7 per cent in the month with total exports of 31,219 units as opposed to 17,367 units in the same period last year. Continuing the trend, the passenger vehicle segment for the carmaker which includes models like the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10, Swift, Dzire, Ciaz and others, saw a downfall of 12.81 per cent YoY from 78,838 units in May 2024 to 68,736 units in May 2025. Meanwhile, the utility vehicle segment which includes models like the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Grand Vitara, Ertiga and others, saw a slight increase of 1.2 per cent YoY to 54,899 units in May 2025 from 54,204 units in the same period last year. Also Read : Maruti calls for small car revival to drive auto growth, banks on exports for near-term gains Earlier during a press conference, RC Bhargawa, Chairman, Maruti Suzuki India re-iterated the need for the revival in the small car segment for the sustained growth for the passenger vehicle industry. He expressed that the Indian passenger vehicle market will continue to witness muted growth unless the small car segment sees growth. Tax reduction to revive the segment In order to regain momentum in the small car space, Bhargava proposed the introduction of tax structures tailored specifically for smaller cars—lower taxes compared to other segments. Drawing a parallel with Japan's Kei cars, which benefit from lower taxes and regulations, he suggested India should adopt a similar approach. By making small cars more affordable and accessible, India could see a shift from motorcycles to four-wheelers, helping to accommodate the 30 crore two-wheeler owners in the country, the chairman emphasised. Also Read : Maruti Suzuki gearing up for e Vitara, joins hands with ITIs to launch training program for hybrid and EVs Without these critical policy changes, Bhargava warned, India's car market will continue to struggle with limited growth, and mass car ownership will remain an exclusive goal for the vast majority of the population. Get insights into Upcoming Cars In India, Electric Vehicles, Upcoming Bikes in India and cutting-edge technology transforming the automotive landscape. First Published Date: 02 Jun 2025, 09:10 AM IST
