TVS Motor Signs MoU With FCDO To Offer “Chevening TVS Motor Company Scholarships”

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TVS Motor Company signed an MoU with Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) on Thursday, to offer ‘Chevening TVS Motor Company Scholarships’. The Chevening Programme is a scholarship programme that aims to attract and select students from around the world who demonstrate the greatest potential to become leaders, decision makers and opinion formers in their own countries, states TVS Motor. It is the UK government’s global scholarship programme, by which scholarships are awarded to individuals with strong academic backgrounds and who can demonstrate their leadership potential.

According to TVS Motor, the Chevening Programme also offers financial support to study at any of the United Kingdom’s universities and the opportunity to become part of a global network of 50,000 alumni in over 160 countries and territories worldwide.

Commenting on the announcement, Sudarshan Venu, Managing Director, TVS Motor Company, said, “At TVS Motor Company, it has always been our endeavour to create future leaders and support them in their journey. Our collaboration with the FCDO and the Government of United Kingdom is a testimony to this commitment. This partnership is a unique opportunity for the talented and dynamic minds in the country, and we are excited to be a part of their growth. We look forward to more partnerships of this nature.”

Further sharing his thoughts, Alex Ellis, the British High Commissioner to India, said, “I am delighted that TVS Motor Company is partnering with the Chevening Scholarship Programme. Chevening offers a unique, fully funded opportunity to experience the UK, and study in some of the best institutions in the world. With TVS Motor Company’s support, the Chevening programme in India, already the largest in the world, will get bigger still. The applications are now open and I hope to see applicants from across India.”

The two-wheeler and three-wheeler manufacturer states that the scholarship programme will be open to nationals of India, who are residents of India and are based in the country at the time of applying. The programme will start in the UK academic year of 2023/24 (for which applications are currently open) and will continue in effect for a three-year period. A maximum of five Chevening TVS Motor Company Scholarships will be available under the Chevening partnership for each academic year covered by this MOU, claims TVS Motor.

To apply, applicants must demonstrate the potential to rise to positions of leadership and influence. TVS Motor states that the candidates will need to demonstrate the personal, intellectual and interpersonal attributes reflecting this potential.

The applications are now open at www.chevening.org  

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    Ultraviolette Automotive Collaborates With Indian Army For 5-Day Rally Across Tamil Nadu

    Ultraviolette F77

    Bengaluru-based electric vehicle company Ultraviolette Automotive collaborated with the Madras Regiment Centre (MRC) of the Indian Army for a five-day rally across Tamil Nadu, by providing a fleet of F77 motorcycles.

    The ride honoured the army Veterans and Veer Naris of Madras Regiment and the Armed Forces community in the region.

    Under the aegis of the Dakshin Bharat Area, the rally covered six districts of Tamil Nadu - Tirupur, Karur, Dindigul, Madurai, Theni and Coimbatore. The team of army personnel engaged with approximately 3,000 veterans and veer naris during the journey: addressing various concerns, sharing crucial information on entitlements, and providing immediate assistance. The F77s covered a cumulative distance of over 6000 kilometres.

    Narayan Subramaniam, CEO & Co-Founder, Ultraviolette, said, " Collaborating again with the Indian Army for this remarkable outreach initiative is an honour that resonates deeply with Ultraviolette's ethos. Our vision to create world-class technology is inspired by the spirit of the India - undaunted, resilient, and driven by purpose. The F77 embodies the very principles that define our Armed Forces - precision, performance, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. To witness Ultraviolette playing a key role in this rally, honouring veterans, and their families, is not just a privilege but a defining moment in our journey".

     

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      Suzuki Motorcycle India Sales Grow 8% In April 2025

      Suzuki Motorcycle India

      Suzuki Motorcycle India (SMIPL), a leading manufacturer of two-wheelers in the country, has reported wholesales of 112,948 units for April 2025, which is 14 percent higher than 99,377 units it sold last year.

      The company reported an 8 percent growth in its domestic sales at 95,214 units, as compared to 88,067 units last year, while exports grew by 57 percent at 17,734 units, as against 11,310 units for the same period last year.

      Deepak Mutreja, Vice-President – Sales & Marketing, Suzuki Motorcycle India, said, “This positive start to the year fills us with gratitude. Each unit sold represents the beginning of a new journey with our customers and we are thankful to be a part of it. We will continue to work sincerely to meet the evolving expectations of our customers and contribute positively to their journey with us.”

      Last month, the company further upgraded its product lineup, including the Hayabusa to be OBD-2B compliant.

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        TVS Motor Co Sells 443,896 Vehicles In April 2025

        TVS Motor Co

        Chennai-based two-wheeler and three-wheeler maker TVS Motor Company has announced its wholesales for April 2025. The company reported witnessing a 16 percent growth, selling 443,896 units, as against 383,615 units last year. 

        The domestic two-wheeler sales include 220,527 motorcycles and 169,741, while exports accounted for 106,683 units.  

        EV sales grew by 59 percent, rising from 17,403 units in April 2024 to 27,684 units last month.

        Three-wheeler sales grew by 50 percent YoY from 9,023 units to 13,566 units.

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          Street Culture Takes Centre Stage At The Debut Edition Of Royal Enfield Hunterhood

          Street Culture Takes Centre Stage At The Debut Edition Of Royal Enfield Hunterhood

          Blending the pulse of street culture, community and high-octane energy, Royal Enfield hosted the first-ever edition of HunterHood in Mumbai and New Delhi during the last weekend of April 2025. 
          Inspired by the spirit of Hunter motorcycle of the company, the HunterHood event – the latest cultural initiative built around the ethos of “From the streets, For the streets” – brought together riders, artists and urban explorers across the two Indian mega cities. 
          The company also unveiled ‘The 2025 Hunter 350’ with three new colourways and upgraded features inspired by and designed for ‘The Coolest Neighbourhoods of the world’.
          Featuring unique programming in the form of skateboarding sessions, spontaneous cyphers, vibrant graffiti art, live music jams, dynamic dance circles and exhilarating BMX stunts, the event witnessed high-octane performances by some of India’s top musicians like Dino James, Wild Wild Women, Shah Rule, Suggahunny, The Spindoctor, OG Shez, Ikka, DK Mocity, Dhanji, Lush Lata and Samriddhi Bhargav. 
          The event saw over 12 homegrown, premium and emerging street-led brands spanning skateboarding, apparel, sneakers and the culinary space participate. It was attended by 5,000 people across the two mega cities. 

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