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Akbar Merchant

Introduction
Akbar Merchant is Senior Assistant Editor at Financial Express, where he covers the automotive and aviation sectors with a strong focus on corporate developments, industry trends, and policy-driven narratives. With over 18 years of experience in journalism, Akbar brings deep domain expertise across multiple facets of mobility, including vehicle reviews, component ecosystems, emerging technologies, and…Read More
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Akbar Merchant is Senior Assistant Editor at Financial Express, where he covers the automotive and aviation sectors with a strong focus on corporate developments, industry trends, and policy-driven narratives. With over 18 years of experience in journalism, Akbar brings deep domain expertise across multiple facets of mobility, including vehicle reviews, component ecosystems, emerging technologies, and executive interviews, spanning both print and digital platforms.

At Financial Express, Akbar tracks the evolving landscape of the auto and aviation industries, delivering sharp, insight-driven stories that decode business strategies, market shifts, and regulatory changes.

Prior to joining Financial Express, Akbar spent over 16 years with Autocar India and Autocar Professional, where he authored more than 2,000 articles. During this time, he built a strong foundation in automotive journalism, covering everything from passenger vehicles and commercial segments to component manufacturers and technology trends shaping the future of mobility.

He also worked with CNBC-TV18 and Moneycontrol for two years, expanding his coverage into business news with a sharper focus on financial and corporate reporting within the mobility space.

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Akbar Merchant Industry Experience
  • Year of Experience: 18
  • Qualification, Degree/Other Achievements:

    Akbar has a Diploma in Computer Science from the University of Mumbai.

  • Previous Experience:

    Over 16 years at Autocar India and Autocar Professional, contributing more than 2,000 articles across news, reviews, and industry analysis. Also, a two-year stint with CNBC-TV18 Moneycontrol, focusing on business and corporate reporting.

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Navi Mumbai Airport Crosses 150 Daily Flights: Rapid Scaling Shifts Focus to Suburban Commute Bottlenecks
Navi Mumbai airport’s next challenge moves beyond runway capacity

Flight growth rises, but access remains uneven across Mumbai

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May 16, 2026 01:35 IST
Corporate India Braces for Mid-Year Price Hikes as Fuel Shocks Threaten Margins
Fuel hike sparks fresh demand worries for India Inc

More price increases likely in FY27, say top executives

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Tata Motors Eyes 10% Industry Growth in FY27, Confirms Sierra EV and Flex-Fuel Launches
Tata Motors bets on 10% PV industry growth in FY27

Company says demand remains strong despite West Asia tensions; plans two new nameplates and four facelifts in 2026.

By Akbar Merchant
May 15, 2026 17:38 IST
JLR India Revenue Jumps 14% in FY26, Fueled by Range Rover and Defender Demand
JLR India FY26 revenue rises 14% on strong demand for premium SUVs

Range Rover, Range Rover Sport and Land Rover Defender together accounted for over 80% of total retail sales during FY26.

By Akbar Merchant
May 15, 2026 17:23 IST
Strategic recalibration: IndiGo trims domestic flights by 15% to fuel massive West Asia expansion
IndiGo trims metro domestic flights, adds overseas capacity

According to industry and airline sources, the airline has cut domestic departures from Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai and Kolkata, while increasing…

By Akbar Merchant
Updated: May 15, 2026 09:36 IST
Tata Motors Q4 profit falls 32% as JLR weakness offsets strong PV growth

Domestic PV business posts record sales even as JLR earnings remain impacted by tariffs and weak China demand.

By Akbar Merchant
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Honda confirms two new SUVs for India from 2028

Honda says its future India strategy will focus on locally tailored products and pricing, moving away from globalised models after…

By Akbar Merchant
May 14, 2026 16:15 IST
Kausalya Nandakumar, chief business officer – Emerging Mobility Unit at Hero MotoCorp
‘We remain optimistic about growth despite geopolitical uncertainties’: Kausalya Nandakumar

Hero MotoCorp’s EV brand, Vida, reported a 2.5x growth in FY26, ending the year as India’s number four electric two-wheeler…

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Updated: May 14, 2026 13:26 IST
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Kia bets on battery subscription model to boost EV sales

Carens Clavis EV gets separate financing structure for battery and chassis

By Akbar Merchant
May 13, 2026 19:13 IST
Standalone Profit Surges 70% as Commercial Vehicles Hit Record Highs
Tata Motors CV Q4 profit jumps 70% on strong performance

Standalone net profit rises to Rs 2,406 crore as commercial vehicle volumes grow 25% in Q4.

By Akbar Merchant
May 13, 2026 18:03 IST
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Air India cuts more long-haul flights as fuel costs surge

Carrier withdraws 290 weekly international services and suspends 8 routes till August amid rising fuel and rerouting costs; says over…

By Akbar Merchant
Updated: May 13, 2026 17:10 IST
ACE Construction to invest Rs 400–450 crore as demand outlook improves

ACE remains bullish on FY27 demand recovery backed by government capex, stable margins and rising exports, while targeting Rs 6,000…

By Akbar Merchant
May 12, 2026 22:00 IST
Two-wheeler registrations rise 12.9% in April to 1.92 million

April registrations increase by nearly 220,000 units year-on-year, driven by commuter motorcycles and rising EV scooter demand.

By Akbar Merchant
Updated: May 11, 2026 20:41 IST
Toyota's new Bidkin plant to roll out rugged SUV in 2029
Toyota’s new Bidkin plant to roll out rugged SUV in 2029

New facility to begin production with 1 lakh annual capacity; rugged SUV likely to sit below Fortuner.

By Akbar Merchant
Updated: May 11, 2026 17:18 IST
Maruti targets three-row EV space with YMC MPV
Maruti targets three-row EV space with YMC MPV

Maruti Suzuki is set to launch its first three-row electric MPV, codenamed YMC, by late 2026. Built on the co-developed…

By Akbar Merchant
Updated: May 12, 2026 18:55 IST
Hyundai’s 2026 SUV Blitz: New Bayon-Based Mid-Size SUV and Localized Compact EV Confirmed / Corresponding image, generated by AI
Hyundai confirms two new SUVs for India

Both models will carry fresh nameplates and are expected to emerge as volume drivers for the brand.

By Akbar Merchant
May 10, 2026 00:16 IST
IndiGo to Launch Commercial Flights from Noida International Airport on June 15
IndiGo to become first airline to launch flights from Noida airport

From June 15, Lucknow and Bengaluru to be among the first cities to get air connectivity from NCR’s newest airport.

By Akbar Merchant
May 7, 2026 19:50 IST
Escorts Kubota Net Profit Jumps 30% in Q4 FY26 as Tractor Sales Hit New Highs
Escorts Kubota Q4 profit rises 30% on strong tractor demand

Management cautious on FY27 amid geopolitical and supply-chain challenges

By Akbar Merchant
May 7, 2026 18:53 IST
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