• Ultimate luxury and handling for city roads and versatile all-terrain capabilities

• Powered by a 2.0 TSI making 150kW and 320Nm of torque with a seven-speed dual clutch DSG transmission

• Stands out with its all-new design and premium styling elements available in both Sportline and Selection L&K trim options

• Prices begin at Rs. 46 89 000

Skoda Auto India, marking 25 years in India and 130 years globally is continuing celebrations with the launch of the all-new generation of its luxury 4×4, the Kodiaq at PPS Motors Skoda Showroom at Kondapur Hyderabad. The year 2025 opened the doors to the New Era for Skoda Auto in India with the launch of its first ever sub-4m SUV, the Kylaq. The landmark year also sees the brand continue on its premium portfolio with the launch of the latest Kodiaq luxury 4×4 in India. Into its second generation in India and internationally, the brand-new Kodiaq arrives in India with its signature blend of luxury, refinement, off-road ability, on-road dynamics and seven-seat versitility.

PPS Skoda launched all new Kodiaq by Jagadeshwar G, Corporator, GHMC, S Cecil, COO, PPS Skoda -Telangana & AP and other senior officials at PPS Skoda Kondapur showroom at Hyderabad

Petr Janeba, Brand Director, Skoda Auto India shares, “In March, we recorded our biggest ever monthly sales in India, driven by the Kylaq launch, and supported by the Kushaq and Slavia. This is one of many new records we aim to set this year. In line with our product offensive strategy, the launch of the all-new Kodiaq showcases the other end of our product spectrum with Skoda’s luxury and technology prowess. The Kodiaq has now grown to be an important legacy name for us like the Octavia and Superb. The Kodiaq offers the ultimate luxury and handling for city roads and also packs in versatile all-terrain capabilities.”

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Rajiv Sanghvi, Managing Director, PPS Motors, said, “We are excited to introduce the all-new Skoda Kodiaq, one of the most eagerly awaited premium SUVs from Skoda. Engineered to deliver an exceptional driving experience, the new Kodiaq seamlessly blends cutting-edge technology, premium features, and a bold, dynamic design. With this launch, we are confident of further strengthening PPS Skoda’s position in the premium SUV segment. We are truly encouraged by the enthusiastic response the new Kodiaq has received and would like to express our sincere gratitude to our customers for their continued trust and overwhelming response.“

At the heart of the Kodiaq

Skoda Auto’s premier 4×4 is powered by a 2.0 TSI engine making 150kW and 320Nm of torque. This power and torque is distributed to both axles through a seven-speed dual clutch DSG automatic. It is based on the MQB37 platform and is available in the Sportline and Selection L&K variants with both offering seven seats. Assembled in India at the brand’s facility in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, the Kodiaq has been rated to provide fuel efficiency of 14.86 km/l by ARAI.

Measuring up the Kodiaq

The all-new generation of the Kodiaq is 59mm longer than its previous generation. It has a length of 4,758mm and height of 1,679mm. It is 1,864mm wide and has a wheelbase of 2,791mm. Fully laden, the all-new Kodiaq stands 155mm off the ground. The three-row luxury 4×4, like before, offers a lot of luggage capacity in its versatile interior. With all three seats up, the Kodiaq offers 281 litres of luggage space. With the third-row seats folded to the floor, this luxury SUV can carry 786 litres of luggage, and with both the rear rows down, the Kodiaq affords a cavernous carrying capacity of 1,976 litres.

Inside out

The new Skoda Kodiaq continues its tradition of refined luxury with two distinct interior themes, an all-black sporty dcor for the Sportline variant and premium Cognac leather upholstery in the Selection L&K trim. Elevating the cabin’s technology and convenience, it now features a 32.77-cm infotainment system, along with multi-function Smart Dials equipped with tactile rotary knobs and screens allowing seamless control over HVAC, seat ventilation, audio settings and drive modes. Ergonomic enhancements include a newly positioned gear-selector behind the steering wheel for improved accessibility and a tablet holder for rear-seat passengers, adding to their convenience.

The luxury quotient is further amplified with Ergo front seats that offer advanced pneumatic massage function, ensuring superior comfort and spine support. The inclusion of acoustic package with acoustic front – side windows helps in reducing exterior noise, creating a serene and premium driving experience. Safety and comfort are paramount, with 9 airbags, a sliding panoramic sunroof, and a 725W Canton sound system with 13 speakers and a sub-woofer for an immersive audio experience. Additionally, rolling sunblinds in the rear windows further enhance privacy and passenger comfort.

Bold Exterior

The Skoda Kodiaq stands out with its all-new design and premium styling elements. The LED Beam Crystallinium headlamps now feature a Welcome Effect, adding a touch of sophistication upon unlocking this luxury 4×4. The Selection L&K trim exudes elegance with Dark Chrome accents, while the Sportline variant embraces a sportier persona with Glossy Black highlights. Enhancing its road presence, the Kodiaq sports a front grille with an integrated horizontal light strip, creating a striking visual identity, while a red strip connecting the tail lamps further accentuates the SUV’s width, ensuring a distinctive and commanding presence on the road.

The all-new Kodiaq is available in six colour options: Moon White, Magic Black, Graphite Grey, Velvet Red, Race Blue. The Selection L&K gets an exclusive Bronx Gold and the Sportline gets an exclusive Steel Grey.

Driving luxury from ownership to maintenance

Skoda Auto India will also be offering some delectable ownership and maintenance solutions for Kodiaq owners. This Skoda flagship will offer a standard warranty of 5-year/125,000 kms – whichever earlier. There is also a 10-year complimentary Road-Side Assistance on offer with this luxury 4×4. Bringing service costs down further is Skoda Supercare, a standard maintenance package, which is available at no cost to the customer for the first year.

The Kodiaq so far

The Kodiaq made its India debut in 2017 as a seven-seat luxury 4×4, a tradition it continues to this day. This premium family car was the one that began Skoda Auto’s legacy of naming ICE SUVs beginning with the letter ‘K’ and ending with a ‘Q’. Skoda Auto India has furthered this tradition with the India-specific Kushaq and Kylaq SUVs. The Kodiaq derives its name from the Kodiak archipelago in Alaska, USA and the Kodiak bear that calls the region home denoting the beauty and ruggedness of the geography and its prime predator.

Price INR (Ex-Showroom)

KodiaqSportline Rs. 46 89 000

KodiaqSelection L&K Rs. 48 69 000

*All prices ex-showroom India

About PPS Motors

PPS Motors is part of a larger automobile group – one of the countrys largest spread automobile conglomerates – with a rich experience of 75+ years, operates through 720+ automobile touch-points across 18 states supported by a dedicated team of over 18,000 expert professionals. PPS Motors provides exceptional service and upholds high standards of professionalism. PPS Motors represents a diverse spectrum of auto segments, including 18 brands in passenger vehicles, light and heavy commercial vehicles, and construction equipment. The conglomerate stands as a formidable force representing 20 renowned brands and registered an annual group turnover of INR 18,800 crores in FY 2024.

India’s podcasting scene marks a landmark moment as ‘The Chill Hour’, the soulful, no-filters podcast hosted by creator and entrepreneur Deepak Pareek, releases its 100th episode, celebrating a journey built on honesty, depth, and connection which is a milestone moment for one of India’s most authentic digital shows, 100 episodes in and just getting started.

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Since its inception, The Chill Hour has grown into one of India’s most beloved independent podcasts, with over 4 lakh followers across platforms and a loyal listener base that spans generations and geographies. What began as an intimate space for candid conversations has evolved into a genre-defying show that explores everything from the personal to the profound.

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To mark the occasion, the podcast features Ankur Warikoo in its centennial episode, one of India’s most respected voices on mindfulness, money, and meaning. His episode continues the show’s ethos of open, grounded, and growth-focused dialogue.

Outside of the studio, Deepak, Impact 30 under 30 award winner, 11x TEDx speaker, media entrepreneur, content creator, podcast host, keynote speaker & storyteller, continues to amplify meaningful narratives through Iceberg Creations, his media production company. He has been speaker at leading institutions like IIT Kanpur, IIM Calcutta, and IIT Kharagpur, offering fresh perspectives on storytelling, digital culture, and staying authentic in the age of algorithms.

Recently, Deepak Pareek won the Best Show Host Award in the Arts & Entertainment Category in India Audio Summit & Awards 2025 for his Podcast ‘The Chill Hour’ which marks a defining moment in Pareek’s journey as a content creator dedicated to meaningful, unfiltered conversations and has earned national recognition for Deepak Pareek’s heartfelt podcast journey.

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Wow! Momo, the homegrown food-tech QSR giant, has unveiled its latest innovation – the Korean Momo – adding a spicy, saucy, and utterly irresistible option to its ever-expanding momo portfolio. With a perfect blend of Korean spices and street-style inspiration, the new Korean Momo range is set to bring the Hallyu heat to Indian taste buds.

New Korean Momo Range

Whether youre a K-drama fan, a K-pop stan, or just someone who loves bold flavours, this new offering is a flavour bomb you dont want to miss. The Korean Momo lineup includes:

• Veg Korean Momo

• Chicken Korean Momo

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Each momo is tossed in a fiery Korean-style sauce, garnished with sesame seeds, and served hot – making it the ultimate snack or meal companion for the food lovers.

Speaking on the launch, Sagar Daryani, Co-founder and CEO of Wow! Momo Foods, said, “We’re always looking to push the envelope when it comes to flavour innovation. With the Korean Momo, we’ve combined our Indian soul with global inspiration to create a product that’s bold, edgy, and totally crave-worthy.”

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Wow! Momo operates under four exciting brands – Wow! Momo, Wow! China, Wow! Chicken and Wow! Kulfi – with 700 outlets across 65+ cities in India, with plans to expand by 250 more outlets in this FY.

PPS Motors, a part of one of India’s largest automobile retail conglomerates, today announced the launch of Uttar Pradesh’s largest and the ‘first day & night BharatBenz workshop‘ in Lucknow. The facility was inaugurated in the presence of Mr Sayed Faisal, Regional Service Manager, Daimler India Commercial Vehicles. Vehicles, along with senior officials from both organizations. The event witnessed the participation of over 75 prominent customers, fleet operators, and business partners.

PPS Motors inaugurated Uttar Pradesh’s largest and 1st day & night service workshop of BharatBenz in Lucknow covering 60,000 sft at Banthra, JunabGanj on the Lucknow-Kanpur Highway

Strategically located at Banthra, JunabGanj on the Lucknow-Kanpur Highway, this modern 60,000 sq. ft. facility is designed to meet the growing demand for quality commercial vehicle service in the region. With 15 advanced service bays, that can easily cater around 7,500 vehicles per year, and a dedicated team of 85 trained professionals, the workshop is equipped to handle a high volume of vehicle maintenance and repair tasks during the day as well as night hours. The facility also includes air-conditioned driver rest areas to ensure comfort during service wait times. It will play a crucial role in supporting the BharatBenz fleet deployed in infrastructure-heavy zones, including nearby expressway and ring road construction projects. In addition to truck servicing, the workshop will also cater to the needs of bus operators in Lucknow and surrounding districts.

With this addition, PPS Motors has strengthened its extensive BharatBenz network across India. The group now operates 59 touch-points across seven states and union territories – Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, Odisha, Assam, and Meghalaya.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Rajiv Sanghvi, Managing Director, PPS Motors, said, “We are delighted to further expand our footprint in Uttar Pradesh with the inauguration of this BharatBenz workshop in Lucknow. The new workshop is positioned to serve commercial vehicles operating on one of the state’s busiest transport corridors. As the largest BharatBenz service facility in the state, it reflects our commitment to providing high-quality service support during the day and even in the night hours, to our valued customers in Uttar Pradesh. This facility stands as a testament of our commitment to delivering best-in-class ownership experience, aimed at maximizing vehicle uptime and enhancing our customers’ profitability.”

The new Lucknow facility enhances PPS Motors’ robust network of BharatBenz service centres to 15 across Uttar Pradesh, with upcoming workshops in the state at 10 more locations.

About PPS Motors

PPS Motors is part of a larger automobile group – one of the countrys largest spread automobile conglomerates – with a rich experience of 75+ years, operates through 720+ automobile touch-points across 18 states supported by a dedicated team of over 18,000 expert professionals. PPS Motors provides exceptional service and upholds high standards of professionalism. PPS Motors represents a diverse spectrum of auto segments, including 18 brands in passenger vehicles, light and heavy commercial vehicles, and construction equipment. The conglomerate stands as a formidable force representing 20 renowned brands and registered an annual group turnover of INR 18,800 crores in FY 2024.

AIPL DreamCity Ludhiana, the 500 acres expansive and modern township, has taken another step toward promoting an active and engaging lifestyle by introducing state-of-the-art pickleball courts. As one of the fastest-growing sports globally, pickleball is gaining immense popularity in India, and AIPL aims to provide residents with top-tier facilities to enjoy this dynamic game.

Pickleball Court

The newly introduced courts are designed to international standards, catering to both beginners and seasoned players. In partnership with VJJS Pickleball Hub, AIPL DreamCity will offer professional coaching, high-quality equipment, and organized sessions to ensure a complete playing experience for residents. This collaboration brings expert guidance and structured training, further strengthening the townships commitment to nurturing a vibrant sports ecosystem.

Speaking on the growing popularity of the sport, Hemant Gupta, Executive Director Punjab Zone at AIPL, said, “Pickleball is fast emerging as a favorite sport among people of all age groups, thanks to its accessibility and engaging gameplay. At AIPL, we are committed to enhancing community living by integrating world-class sports and recreational facilities. The introduction of pickleball courts at DreamCity Ludhiana is part of our broader vision to promote an active lifestyle and create spaces that bring people together through sports.”

AIPL DreamCity Ludhiana continues to set new benchmarks in urban living, offering residents a perfect blend of modern amenities, green spaces, and a thriving sports culture. The addition of pickleball courts further strengthens its position as a leading township dedicated to holistic well-being and community engagement.

Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd. signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Book Trust, India (NBT) and Centre for Environment Education (CEE) to develop and distribute an educational book on plastic waste management for schools across the country. The initiative, aimed at promoting sustainability and environmental awareness among youth, will be created by NBT in collaboration with Bisleri and the Centre for Environment Education (CEE). Bisleri will sponsor the printing of 1 lakh books in 48 languages. The books will be distributed to educational institutions nationwide over the next two years.

Bisleri International signs MoU with National Book Trust

The MoU was formally signed at a ceremony held at the Constitution Club of India by Mr. Angelo George, CEO, Bisleri International, and Shri Yuvaraj Malik, Director, National Book Trust. The event was graced by Shri Kartikeya Sarabhai, Founder and Director, Centre for Environment Education, as the Chief Guest. The event witnessed an engaging series of insights on plastic waste management and engaging youth for environmental action. The ceremony also featured an interactive SDG awareness session with enthusiastic school students that sparked meaningful discussions on sustainability and environmental responsibility.

Speaking on the collaboration, Mr. Angelo George, CEO of Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd., highlighted, “Plastic waste management is a crucial component of environmental conservation. As the largest demographic in India, youth participation in climate action is vital. Our partnership with NBT and CEE reflects Bisleri’s commitment to embedding sustainability in everyday life. Through this educational book, we aim to make knowledge on sustainability and circular economy accessible to young changemakers from diverse linguistic backgrounds. This will empower them to foster a greener, more responsible future.”

Adding to this, Shri Yuvaraj Malik, Director, National Book Trust said, “At NBT, we are excited to collaborate with Bisleri & CEE is a crucial step in our mission in shaping the mindset of young students, inspiring them to take responsibility for their actions and become leaders in sustainability. This book is just one of the many ways we are working together to raise awareness and empower students across India to become change agents in environmental conservation.”

Bisleri International signs MoU with National Book Trust

The book is an adaptation of “Towards Responsible Use of Plastics,”previously published by Bisleri and CEE in eight Indian languages. The new edition will be developed by NBT, following a separate agreement granting the rights to adapt and use the original content. It will focus on responsible plastic usage, waste segregation, and circular economy principles.

Shri Kartikeya Sarabhai, Founder Director, Centre for Environment Education (CEE) said, “This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to sustainability and the urgent need for educating young minds about plastic waste management and the circular economy. We are proud to contribute to this effort, which aligns with our goal of fostering a sustainable future for the next generation.”

As part of the broader collaboration, Bisleri will be onboarded as NBT’s Sustainability Partner and will participate in all National Book Fairs organized by NBT. A highlight of the partnership will be a Guinness World Record attempt, engaging 75,000-80,000 participants to pledge their commitment to sustainability.

To further promote awareness and use of recycled materials, Bisleri will install 10 recycled plastic benches at each NBT office across India. NBT will also provide complimentary kiosk space and branding opportunities for Bisleri at all its book fairs and events. Additionally, NBT book fairs will screen sustainability-themed films curated by Bisleri via dedicated television displays. Further, both organizations will co-create a 60-second educational video on plastic waste management. This video will be hosted on the NBT website.

This initiative is a key component of Bisleri’s Bottles for Change campaign, reinforcing the companys commitment to sustainability, youth engagement, and environmental education.

About Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd.

With a legacy of over 54 years, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd has grown to become one of the largest premium beverage businesses in India. Being the makers of the countrys largest-selling packaged drinking water, Bisleri follows a stringent process of 114 quality tests and a 10-stage purification. It remains true to its core value of providing consumers with pure, safe and healthy water.

Bisleri International has a strong presence with 128 operational plants and a robust distribution network of over 6,000 Distributors and 7,500 Distribution Trucks across India and neighboring countries. It offers a range of beverages that are produced for all occasions. Whether it is the promise of goodness, trust, and purity with Bisleri Mineral Water, or a daily dose of health offered through Vedica Himalayan Spring Water. Besides, Bisleri International has ventured into fun-filled refreshments with a diverse range of carbonated drinks available in multiple flavors, such as Pop, Rev, Limonata and Spyci Jeera. These Bisleri products are also available on the e-commerce platform – Bisleri @Doorstep. This D2C platform reassures customers that they will receive a safe and uninterrupted supply of their most trusted brand at their doorstep.

The core values of Bisleri International lie in yielding growth and embedding sustainability by being responsible in all aspects of the business. The organization has unveiled Sustainability 2.0 with Bisleri Greener Promise that focuses on creating greener future for all through implementing initiatives under the program of recycling, water conservation and sustainability.

For more information on Bisleri International, our people, brands, and OSR initiatives, visit www.bisleri.com.