This month’s cover story examines why the construction equipment sector is experiencing a rare and complex slowdown, even as exports rise and mining demand rebounds. What’s causing the slump? We trace the disconnect between policy intent and ground reality: safeguard duty loopholes exposed by the Indira Dock episode, election-driven project delays, stretched state finances, and… Continue reading Autocar Professional’s February 1, 2026 Edition is out!
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TVS Motor Company Appoints Madhu Manral Srivastava as President and Group Head of Human Resources
TVS Motor Company announced on February 6, 2026, the appointment of Madhu Manral Srivastava as President and Group Head of Human Resources, effective immediately. She will be based in Bengaluru and brings cross-industry experience spanning natural resources, oil and gas, financial services, telecom, and manufacturing. Prior to joining TVS Motor Company, Srivastava served as the… Continue reading TVS Motor Company Appoints Madhu Manral Srivastava as President and Group Head of Human Resources
TVS Motor Company Appoints Madhu Manral Srivastava as President and Group Head of Human Resources
TVS Motor Company announced on February 6, 2026, the appointment of Madhu Manral Srivastava as President and Group Head of Human Resources, effective immediately. She will be based in Bengaluru and brings cross-industry experience spanning natural resources, oil and gas, financial services, telecom, and manufacturing. Prior to joining TVS Motor Company, Srivastava served as the… Continue reading TVS Motor Company Appoints Madhu Manral Srivastava as President and Group Head of Human Resources
Lamborghini Delivers Final Huracán to Indian Market After Decade-Long Run
Automobili Lamborghini India has delivered its final Huracán Tecnica to the Indian market, marking the end of production for the iconic V10 super sports car that has been a cornerstone of the brand’s lineup for over a decade. The Italian manufacturer delivered a total of 252 Huracán models in India throughout the vehicle’s lifecycle, which… Continue reading Lamborghini Delivers Final Huracán to Indian Market After Decade-Long Run
@BMW: BMW ART MAKERS programme 2026 announces artist Lara Tabet and curator Yasmine Chemali as winners. A research-led artistic collaboration offering new perspectives on contemporary imagery, marking the bicentenary of photography from its invention by Nicéphore Niépce to its ongoing influence on contemporary artistic practice.004554
Paris/Munich. Artist Lara Tabet and curator Yasmine Chemali have been named winners of the BMW ART MAKERS programme to develop their project “Le corps vitré”. This artistic project is a new experiment and the result of their collaboration. The programme will culminate in two original exhibitions at Les Rencontres d’Arles and Paris Photo, further strengthening… Continue reading @BMW: BMW ART MAKERS programme 2026 announces artist Lara Tabet and curator Yasmine Chemali as winners. A research-led artistic collaboration offering new perspectives on contemporary imagery, marking the bicentenary of photography from its invention by Nicéphore Niépce to its ongoing influence on contemporary artistic practice.004554
Delonix Bioworks Announces IND Clearance for DX-104, a Novel Engineered MenB OMV Vaccine Candidate, in China and Australia
SHANGHAI, Feb. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Delonix Bioworks, a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing next-generation bacterial vaccines, recently announced that its Group B meningococcal (MenB) vaccine candidate, DX-104, has received Investigational New Drug (IND) clearance from China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA). This follows the successful completion of Clinical Trial Notification (CTN) procedures and ethics committee… Continue reading Delonix Bioworks Announces IND Clearance for DX-104, a Novel Engineered MenB OMV Vaccine Candidate, in China and Australia
Ispire Technology Inc. Reports Financial Results for Fiscal Second Quarter 2026
Ongoing Focus on Collections Drives 19% Reduction in Net Accounts Receivable since June 30, 2025 Cash of $17.6 Million at December 31, 2025 LOS ANGELES, Feb. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ispire Technology Inc. (NASDAQ: ISPR) (“Ispire,” the “Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), an innovator in vaping technology and precision dosing, today reported financial results for the second quarter… Continue reading Ispire Technology Inc. Reports Financial Results for Fiscal Second Quarter 2026
Maxeon and Aiko Announce Patent Licensing Agreement
SINGAPORE, Feb. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Maxeon Solar Technologies, Ltd. (NASDAQ:MAXN) and Shanghai Aiko Solar Energy Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as “Aiko”) today announced that the two parties have formally reached an agreement to license Maxeon’s Back Contact (BC) solar cell and module patents. Pursuant to the agreement, Aiko will obtain a license to all… Continue reading Maxeon and Aiko Announce Patent Licensing Agreement
Lanvin Group Announces Strategic Carve-Out of Caruso
SHANGHAI, Feb. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Lanvin Group (NYSE: LANV) today announced that it has completed the sale of Caruso, a luxury Italian menswear manufacturer and brand, to MondeVita Italy S.r.l., a subsidiary of Mondevo Group. The transaction reflects Lanvin Group’s commitment to focus on the sustainable development of heartland brands. For Mondevo Group, the acquisition… Continue reading Lanvin Group Announces Strategic Carve-Out of Caruso
HYXI Marks Brand-Upgraded Debut at Powerelec Nigeria
LAGOS, Nigeria, Feb. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HYXI (formerly HYXiPOWER) officially made its debut at Powerelec Nigeria (Booth 1C4A) on the first day of the exhibition, held at the Landmark Centre in Lagos. While HYXI has previously established business cooperation with local Nigerian partners, this marked the company’s first exhibition appearance in Nigeria, further strengthening… Continue reading HYXI Marks Brand-Upgraded Debut at Powerelec Nigeria