Connect with us

Special Stories

Exotic Cars in Goa You Didn’t Know Existed

Published

on

 

Audi RS7 Sportback

audi

 

The RS7 is powered by a 3993 cc, TFSI, biturbo, V8 engine, coupled to an 8-speed Tiptronic automatic gearbox. With 560 hp and 700 Nm of torque at its disposal, this is the most powerful car Audi is offering in its line-up, eclipsing the R8 super car. The company claims that the RS7 has a 0-100 kph time of 3.9 seconds and a top speed of 305 kph. Audi has launched the RS7 Sportback in India at a price of Rs. 1,28,56,000 (ex-showroom Mumbai).

Mercedes Benz ML63 AMG

 

mercedes

 

 

The ML 63 AMG is powered by a 5.5-litre V8 biturbo engine, developing peak output of 410 kW* and maximum torque of 760 Nm* mated to the AMG SPEEDSHIFT PLUS 7G-TRONIC automatic transmission. Mercedes-AMG deploys a specially designed transfer case for the 4MATIC permanent all-wheel drive, which distributes the drive power to the front and rear axle at a ratio of 40:60. The SUV also gets the AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension with AIRMATIC package – consisting of air suspension, special damper struts, automatic level control and Adaptive Damping System (ADS); combined with the ACTIVE CURVE SYSTEM for active roll stabilisation. Other features include an electromechanical AMG speed-sensitive sports steering, 5-spoke light-alloy wheels fit with 265/45/R20 tyres. The ML 63 AMG manages the 0-100 km/h sprint in 4.7 seconds and its top speed is 250 km/h (electronically limited).The ML 63 AMG is priced at Rs. 1.49 crores ex-showroom Delhi.

Lamborgini Huracan

lambo

 

The Huracan is powered by a 5.2-litre V10 that produces 610bhp, 560Nm of torque and sends power to all four-wheels via a four-wheel-drive system and seven-speed dual clutch gearbox. The car can sprint to 100 kmph from standstill in 3.2 seconds and the 0 to 200kmph run can be done in 9.9 seconds with a claimed top-speed of 325kmph. The Huracan features stop-start technology as standard and has CO2 emissions as low as 290 g/km.The Huracan is priced in the range of Rs 1.8 crore to Rs 2.5 crore.

Porsche 911 Turbo S

porche

 

Probably one of the fastest car in Goa.The 911 Turbo is equipped with a 3.9 Litre straight 6 engine with two turbochargers producing 527Ps or peak power and 660Nm or 710Nm with the ‘Overboost’ option that is available exclusively with the Sport Chrono Package. The 911 Turbo claims a top speed of 315Kmph and a 0-100kmph time of a staggering 3.2seconds. The Porsche 911 Turbo is available only with the PDK dual clutch gearbox which ensures the best blend of power delivery and fuel efficiency. The 911 Turbo is priced at Rs 2.19 Crore (ex-showroom, Delhi).

DC Avanti

dc

 

The DC Avanti is a sports car produced by DC Design, an Indian design firm headed by Dilip Chhabria. Its name was based on the Studebaker Avanti and it is a reference to The Adventures of Tintin comics. Power comes from a Ford-sourced EcoBoost 2.0 liter direct-injection turbo-charged petrol with 240 BHP (@ 5,500 rpm) and 366 Nm of max torque (@ 3,500 rpm) on tap. The motor has variable valve timing tech as well. It’s a mid-engine RWD layout, and power is delivered through a 6 speed manual. Ford’s dual clutch Automatic will be available as an option at a later stage. Rumour mills insist that a 400 BHP Honda V6 will follow too. Under the skin is a space frame chassis, while the suspension gets unequal length wishbones with coil overs. Yep, the steering is a hydraulic rack & pinion unit.

Ferrai FF

ferrari

 

Styled by Pininfarina, the Ferrari FF’s lines effortlessly reflect its signature uncompromising balance of sportiness and versatility. It can comfortably accommodate four in its bodyhugging seats and spacious cabin. Its 450 litre boot can also be extended to 800 litres as the rear seats fold down independently. This means that the Ferrari FF offers more luggage space not only than any other car in its category, but also many four-door saloons, too.The Ferrari FF is powered by a V12 engine that is coupled with a seven-speed F1 dual-clutch gearbox. The engine produces 650 Bhp of power at at 8,000 rpm, and maximum torque of 683 Nm at 6,000 rpm with 500 Nm already available at just 1,000 rpm. The FF has a 0-100 km/h sprint timing of 3.7 seconds and a top speed of 335 km/h.The Ferrari FF will be imported into India as a CBU and will carry a price tag of around Rs 3.5 crore!

Mercedes AMG C63

c63
This is the real deal. It’s the C-63 AMG. 400+ horses powered by the 6.3 liter V8 and exhaust note sounds like a Trumpet. Often to be mistaken as a normal C-class, It seems the car for people who don’t seek attention while driving. Take it to the race track and you shall get all the attention. The AMG division for Mercedes-Benz has done its magic.

BMW i8

i8

 

The i8 is powered by a 1.5-liter, 3-cylinder, BMW TwinPower turbo engine that powers the rear wheels. The engine is complimented by an electric motor that propels the front axle. There’s also a small electric motor integrated into the main engine that provides an “e-boost” of around 10 BHP in high performance scenarios. The internal combustion engine produces 228 BHP @ 5,800 rpm and 320 Nm of torque @ 3,700 rpm. The electric motor produces 129 BHP and 250 Nm of torque. The combined output comes in at 357 BHP/570 Nm which propels the car from 0-100 km/h in a claimed 4.4 seconds. The electric motor is mated with a 2-speed automatic transmission, while the main engine is mated with a 6-speed automatic.BMW India has launched the i8 hybrid supercar at an all India ex-showroom price of Rs 2.29 Crore.

Jaguar XKR-S

jag
The XKR-S was unveiled in 2011 with 542bhp, making it the most powerful production car from Jaguar yet. It trumps the standard XKR by 40bhp and its 300kph top speed is faster by 50kph. The 0-100 time is down by almost half a second to 4.4sec, and that’s despite the weight remaining the same.

Ferrari 458 Italia

Ferrari_458

Ferrari 458 Italia is a mid-rear 8-cylinder two-door sports car introduced at the 2009 Frankfurt Motor Show. 458 refers to 4.5 liters, eight-cylinder engine, Italia symbolizes the birth of 458 Italia is not only proud of Ferrari, but also the glory of all Italians.

 

Lamborghini Aventador

avent

 

The word ‘fast’ takes on a whole new level with the Aventador. The Aventador is a new V12 Lambo and is built to do one thing- go fast. This supercar is all about looks and speed. The eye-popping design is just stunning. From the very first glance, the new Aventador is unmistakably a Lamborghini. The designers in the Centro Stile Lamborghini have carefully developed this design language to give the Aventador a significant new edge.The insane performance is courtesy a V12 with 700 bhp at 8,250 rpm. The maximum torque output is 690 Newton meters at 5,500 rpm. The top speed is according to how fast you want to go. Try about 370 km/h ? Yes it is that quick

 

 

 

Special Stories

Broke Swiggy guy walks 3 km to deliver food, Social media helps him find better job. Heartwarming story is viral

Published

on

Social media can be a wondrous place at times. While on most days, its ugly face is on display, on days like today, it sets examples of the power of kindness. In a social media post, a LinkedIn user shared how a delivery executive, in need of money and a better job, bagged one after the users on the platform came together to help the person out.

Priyanshi Chandel, Marketing Manager at tech company Flash, shared an incident about a Swiggy delivery agent who had come to deliver food at her residence. When she asked the late and out-of-breath delivery person, identified by her as Sahil Singh, about what happened, he told her that he had no transport and had to walk 3 km to deliver the order.

He also said that he was out of money and had nothing left to pay his landlord too. Singh told her that he was not looking for money from her but requested her to help him bag a job. He said that he had a degree in Electrical and Communication Engineering, and had worked with Byju’s and Ninjacart before. He had to move back to Jammu during the pandemic.

“I have not eaten for a week, just drinking water and tea to get by. I am not asking for anything, please if you can find me a job, I used to make 25k before, I am 30 years old, my parents are getting old and I can’t keep asking for money from them (sic),” Chandel quoted saying.

She also shared his marksheets and contact number for people to help. His details shared show that he is a 2018 BTech graduate from Mewar University, and completed his schooling from the Jammu and Kashmir state board.

After she shared the details, the comments section was filled with people who stepped up to help. While someone recharged his Yulu account so that he did not have to walk around to deliver food, someone offered a place to stay. Many offered to help him with his applications, while some offered jobs too.

Chandel, later on put an update on the post, and said that he received a job.

However, so far it is unclear what job he has received.

2023 has so far been a year of job losses, an eventual outcome of the pandemic and increased hiring by tech companies. For instance, the SSC MTS 2023 recruitment exam that took place in Uttar Pradesh in May saw over 55 lakh applications for Group D jobs. Numerous candidates who applied for positions such as peon, watchman, gardener had educational backgrounds like BTech, MBA, and Master’s degrees.

Continue Reading

Special Stories

ICAI releases book “Compendium of MSME Policies and Incentive Schemes in Goa”

Published

on

Panaji: The Goa Branch of WIRC of ICAI is proud to release a first of its kind
publication i.e. “Compendium of MSME Policies and Incentive Schemes in
Goa”. The booklet is released and published under the aegis of
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, a statutory body formed
by an Act of Parliament.

The book was released at the hands of Chief Minister of Goa Dr Pramod
Sawant, on 27th June i.e. World MSME Day. The CM praised the Goa ICAI
team for this collaborative effort of compiling schemes available to
MSMEs in Goa. He said that this book will go a long way in educating
the business in Goa about various incentives, and it will also help to
become a go-to ready-reckoner for anyone wishing to setup a business
in Goa. This will certainly go a long way ahead in improving Ease of
Doing Business in Goa and thus will attract investments to Goa.

The Chairman of the Goa Branch of WIRC of ICAI CA Gaurav Kenkre
expressed his thankfulness of the Chief Minister for his encouraging
words and support. “This book is the first such publication in Goa and
we are very happy to dedicate this book to the betterment of the
business eco-system in Goa. We believe this is just the start and as
we roll out further editions, not only will we widen the scope and
ambit of the book, but we will also include all updates to the
policies therein”.

The Goa ICAI thanked the various officials of Industries Department,
Information Technology Department and EDC Ltd for their support and
cooperation in releasing this book. The book has been authored by Goan
CAs namely CA Vaibhav Pai Fondekar and CA Vinayak Dhumatkar from
Margao, CA Vishwanath Bhobe from Mapusa. Others present at the event
were Vice Chairman Goa Branch CA Thomas Andrade, WICASA Chairman CA
Milind Shirodkar and Secretary CA Vaibhav Bale.

Earlier in the day, Goa Branch of WIRC of ICAI along with Goa Chamber
of Commerce and Industry, Goa State Industry Association and EDC Ltd,
had organized a free virtual webinar where speakers explained various
State as well as Central schemes and incentives for MSMEs. The Goa
branch of WIRC of ICAI plans to work closely with MSMEs in the state
to empower them to grow leaps and bounds. To further facilitate MSMEs,
Goa ICAI has proposed an MoU to be signed with the Goa Government, in
relation to skilling up of MSMEs and startups in Goa.

Continue Reading

Special Stories

GOA’S FIRST LUXURY BEACH RESORT FELICITATED ON GOA STATEHOOD DAY

Published

on

On the occasion of the 35th Goa Statehood Day, Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa was felicitated for its outstanding contribution to the economic and social development of the tourism sector in the state at a celebratory event organized by the Department of Information & Publicity at Raj Bhavan, Dona Paula. Taj, India’s Strongest Brand across sectors, is the hallmark of Indian hospitality from the Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) with a legacy spanning over 118 years.

The key accomplishments of the resort recognized include: active involvement with the state authorities to achieve benchmark standards for tourism in Goa; establishing transformative growth over the years leading to greater profitability and market leadership; nurturing a culture of responsibility and care towards the planet with sustainable tourism practices; inclusive and collaborative approach towards helping improve the quality of life and giving back to the local communities.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Vincent Ramos, Senior Vice President – IHCL, Goa said, “We are honoured and humbled to have played a role in being of service to the state. IHCL has always been synonymous with Goa since its inception with the introduction of Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa and will continue to contribute towards the development of the tourism industry in the state. Under the recently announced Ahvaan 2025 – IHCL’s three-pronged strategy to grow profitably in the coming years, the local communities will share in the benefits of our presence with maximized local employment and new avenues for potential business opportunities.”

Mr. Vincent Ramos, Senior VP – IHCL, Goa receiving the honorary certificate at the hands of Mr. Shripad Naik, Union Minister of State for Tourism

Taj Fort Aguada Resort & Spa was the first luxury beach resort in the country to open its doors in 1974, to welcome the world to India’s sunshine state. It was the host hotel for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in 1983. Thus, IHCL became a pioneer in establishing Goa as a leisure destination on the international tourism map. With a footprint of 21 unique destinations and over 1500 rooms across a wide spectrum of brands, IHCL continues to define the changing landscape of tourism in Goa as the largest hospitality operator and leader in the tourism sector.

About The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL)

The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) and its subsidiaries bring together a group of brands and businesses that offer a fusion of warm Indian hospitality and world-class service. These include Taj – the hallmark of iconic hospitality, SeleQtions, a named collection of hotels, Vivanta, sophisticated upscale hotels and Ginger, which is revolutionising the lean luxe segment.

Incorporated by the founder of the Tata Group, Jamsetji Tata, the Company opened its first hotel – The Taj Mahal Palace, in Bombay in 1903. IHCL has a portfolio of 200 hotels including 42 under development globally across 4 continents, 12 countries and in over 100 locations. The Indian Hotels Company Limited (IHCL) is South Asia’s largest hospitality company by market capitalization. It is primarily listed on the BSE and NSE.

Please visit: www.ihcltata.com; www.tajhotels.com; www.seleqtionshotels.com; www.vivantahotels.com; www.gingerhotels.com

For more information, please contact: doris.dsouza@tajhotels.com

Continue Reading
Advertisement

Trending