Westermeier new head of Airbus India & S Asia
Airbus has named Jurgen Westermeier as the new MD and president for India and South Asia, effective September 1, 2025. Westermeier, currently EVP & chief procurement officer, will take over from Remi Maillard, who is transitioning to EVP engineering for commercial aircraft and head of technology.
Asha Bhosle recalls backlash to her bold songs
Asha Bhosle has lent her voice to some of the most iconic songs in Hindi cinema, from the sultry Piya Tu Ab To Aaja to the rebellious Dum Maaro Dum and the dreamy Yeh Hai Reshmi Zulfon Ka Andhera. But in a recent interview, the legendary playback singer revealed that many of her bold tracks…
Brad Pitt’s mother Jane Etta Pitt passes away at 84
Jane Etta Pitt, Brad Pitt’s mother, passed away at 84. Her niece Sydney shared a heartfelt Instagram tribute with joyful photos, recalling Jane’s kindness, love, and special traditions with grandkids. A retired school counselor, she lived in Springfield with Brad’s father William and siblings Doug and Julie.
Ant Group to exit Eternal, sell shares worth $612mn
Ant Group is set to fully exit Eternal (formerly Zomato) by selling its remaining 1.9% stake, valued at Rs 5,370 crore, through block deals. This move follows Ant Group’s recent exit from Paytm, signaling a reduction in its India exposure. The sale involves offloading 18.8 crore shares at a discounted floor price of Rs 285…
TCS onboarding delays leave lateral hires in limbo
TCS lateral hires face uncertainty as onboarding is delayed due to shifting business needs, prompting some to reconsider their resignations. While some managed to revoke their resignations, others were not so lucky and are now jobless. TCS HR is reaching out to candidates to gauge interest, but confirmed joining dates remain elusive, leaving many in…
Settling claims to get easier for heirs of deceased clients
The Reserve Bank of India is set to streamline the process for banks to release funds and valuables of deceased customers, establishing a uniform procedure for both deposits and safe-deposit lockers, replacing the current inconsistent rules. Furthermore, the RBI introduced an auto-bidding feature on its Retail Direct platform, enabling investors to automate bids for Treasury-bill…