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Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Godman fleeing with 20L held day after FIR
Mumbai: Self-proclaimed godman and his accomplice, who fled with Rs 20 lakh cash from a lawyer after promising to double the money using divine powers and black magic, were arrested by police on Friday within 24 hours of registering an FIR. The arrested accused have been identified as the tantrik Prem Singh Sadhu Maharaj, alias Sachin Sharma (35), and his aide Jaideep Pamecha (25), both of whom sped away on a bike with the cash. Cash of Rs 19 lakh and one Wagon R car have been recovered. Both were booked under relevant sections of BNS. TNN
Time of India
6 days ago
- Time of India
Car thief dupes sellers on OLX, arrested in Karauli
Jaipur: A 27-year-old serial car thief who used the OLX platform to dupe unsuspecting sellers was arrested by Jaipur East Police after a 150-kilometre chase that ended in Karauli. The accused, Balveer Singh Meena, allegedly contacted car owners under the pretext of buying used vehicles and vanished during trial runs. He later sold the stolen cars to scrap dealers at cut-rate prices to fund his personal indulgences. According to DCP (East) Tejaswini Gautam, the accused stole a silver WagonR (RJ14CA5688) on July 20 from a house in Siddharth Nagar. The vehicle was listed for sale on OLX. A man identifying himself as "Raju" arrived at the residence, expressed interest in purchasing the vehicle, requested a trial run—and never returned. The complaint was registered at Airport Police Station under case number 124/25, invoking Sections 318(4) and 303(2) of the BNS. A police team led by additional DCP Asharam Choudhary, ACP Aditya Poonia, and SHO Sandeep Basera launched a search. Reviewing over 100 CCTV feeds from the surrounding area, officers traced the suspect's movements and dispatched informants to probable hideouts. Meena was eventually apprehended from Kachroda village in Karauli district. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Villa Prices in Dubai Might Be Lower Than You Think! Villa for sale in Dubai | Search Ads Learn More Undo The stolen WagonR was recovered from his possession. Police said Meena executed a string of similar thefts across Sanganer, Pratap Nagar, Muhana, and Airport areas. He operated by scouring old car listings on OLX, contacting owners via WhatsApp using mobile phones stolen from inebriated individuals outside liquor shops, and arranging test drives. After stealing the vehicles, he would discard the phones in isolated areas and dispose of the cars through online scrap contacts, accepting cash. The accused, who was also arrested for a similar offence in Bharuch, Gujarat, three years ago, is currently in custody and being interrogated for further leads. Investigators are probing his wider network and suspect more thefts may be linked to him. Police said efforts are underway to recover additional stolen vehicles and identify the scrap dealers who bought them.
Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Check out 5 reasons why the Maruti Suzuki Fronx has become popular
In just over two years since its international debut, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx has carved out a distinct identity in the competitive SUV space. The subcompact crossover not only became the fastest Indian-made SUV to reach 1 lakh export units, but also topped domestic sales charts in February 2025, overtaking strong performers like the WagonR and Hyundai Creta. Manufactured exclusively at Maruti Suzuki's Gujarat plant, the Fronx is now exported to more than 80 countries, including Japan, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, and key markets in Latin America and Africa. So, what exactly is driving this success? Here are five major reasons why the Fronx has become such a hit among buyers both in India and overseas:
Time of India
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
This Ford SUV still king despite Maruti's used-car market domination: Report
Even as Maruti Suzuki continues to dominate India's used car market with its popular hatchbacks, a familiar face from Ford is proving it's not ready to leave the stage just yet. According to Spinny's Q2 2025 Trend Report, the Ford EcoSport remains the most sought-after SUV in India's pre-owned market , a notable feat considering the brand officially exited India's mass-market passenger car space years ago. Spinny used-car sales report Q2 2025: Key highlights Maruti Suzuki, on the other hand, continues to rule the broader used-car landscape. The WagonR, Baleno, and Swift emerged as the top three most-sold models in Q2, with hatchbacks accounting for 55% of seller inventory. SUVs made up 21% of the supply, with the EcoSport, Hyundai Creta, and Maruti Brezza leading the pack. Petrol continues to be the dominant fuel choice, preferred by 82% of buyers, while automatic transmissions gained traction, accounting for 30% of sales. Women buyers made up 26% of all customers, with Chandigarh topping the list with over 30% women buyers. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Premium 3 & 4 BHK ( 1079 - 1829 ) from ₹72.03 Lacs* at Jessore Road Srijan Realty Learn More Undo MG Windsor Pro EV Review: More Range, Tech, Safety | TOI Auto In terms of luxury, brands like Audi, BMW, and Mercedes are becoming increasingly accessible. Tier 2 cities such as Jaipur, Coimbatore, and Kochi even outpaced metros in luxury car demand, posting over 30% growth in that segment. When it comes to financing, 58% of Spinny customers opted for loans in Q2, with salaried professionals driving this trend. Coimbatore led the chart in loan adoption with over 65% buyers financing their purchase. Cars under three years old were also in high demand, with June marking a 25% preference share. Stay tuned to TOI Auto for latest updates on the automotive sector and do follow us on our social media handles on Facebook, Instagram and X.
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Business Standard
24-07-2025
- Automotive
- Business Standard
Used luxury car sales jump 30% in tier 2 cities; 80% buys now digital
Used luxury car demand rose by over 30 per cent in cities like Jaipur, Coimbatore, and Kochi, showed data released by used-car platform Spinny. According to Spinny's April-June quarter report, Audi Q3, BMW X1, and Mercedes GLA were the top luxury models sold. Metro-based repeat buyers continued to lead overall luxury sales, but non-metro demand showed a faster rate of growth this quarter. Moreover,a significant portion of customers are now purchasing vehicles online. Spinny reported that 80 per cent of its car sales in Q2 were made through online bookings, compared to 77 per cent in Q1. However, 80 per cent of deliveries took place at Spinny hubs rather than through home drop-offs, indicating that while buyers are transacting digitally, many still prefer to inspect vehicles in person before final handover. First-time buyers comprised 70 per cent of total customers, down from 74 per cent in the previous quarter. The average buyer age increased from 32 to 34 years. This points to a marginal rise in more experienced, returning customers opting for upgrades. On the seller side, hatchbacks made up 55 per cent of the total inventory, led by Maruti Suzuki's WagonR, Baleno, and Swift. SUVs accounted for 21 per cent, with higher share in Chennai. Sedans contributed 18 per cent with Chandigarh leading in this segment. Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai retained the top two brand positions. Tata Motors replaced Honda in third place. Petrol vehicles accounted for 82 per cent of all sales. Automatic transmissions formed 30 per cent of Q2 purchases, marginally up from Q1. Diesel saw a higher share in Bengaluru around 28 per cent while early interest in EVs and hybrids was observed in Pune and Bengaluru. Women accounted for 26 per cent of total buyers in Q2, down from 28 per cent in Q1. Chandigarh reported the highest female buyer share at over 30 per cent. Most women opted for automatic hatchbacks, and Spinny highlighted the role of financing schemes in supporting this segment. Around 58 per cent of customers chose loan financing, up slightly from Q1. Coimbatore recorded the highest loan adoption at over 65 per cent. Demand for extended warranty coverage also rose, with a 30 per cent attach rate for the Assured+ program by June. Cars under three years of age made up 25 per cent of all vehicles sold in June, rising from 18 per cent in April. The trend was linked to warranty-backed offerings in Spinny's portfolio. Spinny's data also showed that Bengaluru recorded the fastest overall market growth. Chandigarh had the highest share of women buyers, while Kochi led in home deliveries, with over 40 per cent of customers opting for doorstep handovers. Jaipur had the youngest average buyer age at 31 years. Delhi NCR, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad continued to be the top markets by overall sales volume. Spinny expects demand to rise further during Onam and Diwali. The company forecasts increased reliance on financing, a steady rise in digital transactions, and more activity in the EV and hybrid segments. Spinny is a used car retail platform operating in 22 cities with 57 delivery hubs. It offers a mix of online and offline services, including 200-point vehicle inspections, return policies, and warranty plans.
