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HMD has launched two new feature phones—the HMD 130 Music and HMD 150 Music—targeted at music enthusiasts in India’s Tier 2 and 3 cities, offering long battery life and specialized music controls at affordable prices. Both models come with a host of audio and connectivity features, and the company's renewed partnership with IPL team Rajasthan Royals marks its continued commitment to engaging with a diverse consumer base.

Amazon Prime Video has added Apple TV+ as an add-on subscription service in India, allowing Prime members to access Apple Originals for ₹99 per month within the Prime Video app. This integration aims to simplify content discovery and payment management for users, providing them with a wider selection of shows and movies in one place.

Renault has acquired Nissan’s 51% stake in the Chennai-based joint venture RNAIPL, positioning itself as the sole owner of this vital manufacturing hub. While Nissan will retain access for vehicle sourcing and collaborate on certain projects, both companies are set to continue their partnership in research and technology development in India.

India is set to confront significant geopolitical and economic challenges as global sentiment shifts away from the openness that benefited China’s past growth. Expert Aswath Damodaran warns that the new environment, marked by rising nationalism and protectionism, could impede India’s development, while also reshaping company valuations in unpredictable ways.

Financial planner D. Muthukrishnan urges caution in celebrating India's rising GDP, highlighting the country's low per capita income and advocating for a focus on individual prosperity. He proposes a target of $10,000 per capita income, acknowledging the significant effort required to achieve this goal.