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News18
2 days ago
- Business
- News18
Swiggy Makes Foray Into Concierge Segment Under Brand Name 'Crew'; Details Here
Last Updated: Swiggy's Crew offers highly personalised services, including assistance with international driving permits, bespoke travel planning, and curated gift sourcing within budgets. Swiggy has entered the lifestyle and travel concierge space with the beta launch of a new app called Crew, aimed at catering to India's growing base of premium consumers. Currently available to select users on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, Crew is being developed under Swiggy's parent company, Bundl Technologies Pvt Ltd. The app offers highly personalised services, including assistance with international driving permits, bespoke travel planning, and curated gift sourcing within specific budgets. Crew is Swiggy's latest push to diversify its offerings beyond food delivery and marks its second known attempt to reach affluent users. Last year, Swiggy piloted Rare Life, a subscription-based premium concierge service that provided access to high-end experiences. While Rare Life never became a standalone app, Crew appears to be a more formal and structured initiative. On the B2B front, Swiggy also rolled out Assure, a procurement platform enabling restaurants to source kitchen and pantry supplies, directly competing with Zomato's Hyperpure. First Published: June 21, 2025, 09:18 IST
India Today
6 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
VinFast partners with Global Assure to strengthen customer service network in India
VinFast, the Vietnamese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has announced a strategic partnership with Global Assure to establish a robust and comprehensive customer service infrastructure across India. The move underscores the brand's commitment to delivering top-tier service as it prepares to launch its premium electric SUVs—the VF 6 and VF 7—in the Indian Assure, a mobility and service solution provider, will offer VinFast customers an end-to-end support ecosystem. This includes a 24/7 dedicated call centre, nationwide roadside assistance (RSA), mobile charging services, and on-demand mobile service vans equipped for emergency repairs and customer convenience, VinFast has activated a dedicated toll-free helpline (1800-571-8888) and email support (vfcareindia@ Speaking on the collaboration, Pham Sanh Chau, CEO of VinFast Asia, said, "As VinFast is gearing up to launch its premium electric SUVs - the VF 7 and VF 6 in India market, this partnership underlines the brand's commitment to ensure prompt, dependable, and customer focused support across the country. Global Assure's strong capabilities and nationwide reach are well aligned with our commitment to quality, convenience, and care. Together, we aim to establish a holistic and reliable electric mobility ecosystem in India that extends beyond our vehicles to offer true peace of mind for our customers."Echoing this sentiment, Manish Vij, Co-founder and CEO of Global Assure, added, "We are excited to be the trusted partner of VinFast's customer support in India. With Global Assure's extensive expertise in deep understanding of Indian customer needs and pan-India presence, VinFast customers can expect efficient response times and high-quality service making every journey smoother, safer, and more reassuring for VinFast owners."advertisementThe company, a subsidiary of Vietnam's Vingroup JSC, has been aggressively growing its EV portfolio, which includes electric SUVs, e-scooters, and e-buses, with a focus on key markets in North America, Europe, and electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer VinFast is set to make its debut in the Indian market with the launch of much-anticipated electric SUVs. The company, which has rapidly gained attention in the global EV market, aims to capture a share of India's electric vehicle market. The company will open bookings for the two EVs this month. VinFast will launch the VF6 and the VF7 in the Indian to Auto Today Magazine
Sky News
11-02-2025
- Politics
- Sky News
Police left in 'hopeless position' after High Court vetting ruling, Met commissioner warns
Policing has been left in a "hopeless position" after a High Court ruling said forces cannot dismiss officers by removing their vetting clearance, Met Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has warned. The court ruled against the force in what has been described as a "test case" that will have major implications for the sacking of police officers accused of misconduct. It was decided the force was wrong to remove the vetting of Sergeant Lino Di Maria, who had faced rape allegations. Supported by the Metropolitan Police Federation, he brought a legal challenge claiming the process was unlawful. On Tuesday, the High Court ruled the vetting clearance decision regarding Mr Di Maria be "quashed and reconsidered". This means the UK's police forces cannot dismiss officers by removing their vetting after the High Court ruling. This had been a key part of the Met's efforts to clean up the force after scandals like the murder of Sarah Everard. Concerns have been raised that the ruling "opens the gates" to police officers "accused of horrific crimes", like rape and violence against women, remaining as officers. 'Hopeless position' Sir Mark warned the ruling left policing in a "hopeless position" and said he would seek leave to appeal it. He added: "We have no mechanism to rid the Met of officers who are not fit to hold vetting. "It is absolutely absurd we cannot sack them." Sky News correspondent Matthew Thompson described it as a "potentially seismic" case. In the ruling, Mrs Justice Lang explained the decision, saying she did not believe the Met Police's powers extended to dismissing officers "by reason of withdrawal of vetting clearance". She said an "anomaly" existed in the system that should be resolved by new government regulations. Existing procedures she added were not "fit for purpose". In his statement, Sir Mark repeated his calls for the government to introduce the new regulations with "extreme urgency", saying the judge had "identified a clear gap in the law". A spokesperson for the Home Office said the government was working "rapidly" to introduce "new, strengthened rules that will help forces dismiss officers who cannot maintain vetting clearance." London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan said he was "really disappointed" by the ruling. Operation Assure The Met Police began reviewing the status of officers who were alleged to have committed sexually violent crimes under a system it called Operation Assure. Assure was put in place after the Met suffered a series of scandals, including the murder of Sarah Everard by Wayne Couzens, to try and clean up the police. Some were removed after the emergence of serious accusations, including one officer who is alleged to have tried to form a relationship with a 13-year-old girl in the US, though authorities were unable to prove this. In some cases, officers had their vetting clearance removed and were dismissed from the force, without proving whether the allegations against them were true. But the latest court ruling is a blow to the force's clean-up efforts. Sir Mark said there were currently 29 officers who have had their vetting removed who remain on paid leave, and 96 who have been sacked or resigned under the clean-up efforts. Around 100 were in the early stages of vetting reviews, he added. Allegations against Mr Di Maria Mr Di Maria will remain on vetting special leave Sir Mark said, describing it as a "ridiculous waste of money" but the "least bad option". He joined the force in 2004, Mrs Justice Lang said, and was accused of rape in 2019, with a second allegation made in 2021. In the same year, it was alleged he had also been inappropriate towards female colleagues. Mr Di Maria had denied the allegations against him. Due to insufficient evidence, he was found to have no case to answer regarding the rape allegations. In a meeting in 2022, no action was taken against him, but some matters were recorded as "adverse information" the judge said. His vetting was removed in September 2023 and his initial appeal against this was refused last year.
Sky News
11-02-2025
- Politics
- Sky News
Met Police cannot dismiss officers by removing their vetting clearance, High Court rules
The Metropolitan Police cannot dismiss officers by removing their vetting clearance, the High Court has ruled. It comes after the court ruled against the force in what has been described as a "test case" that could have implications for the sacking of police officers accused of misconduct. Sergeant Lino Di Maria, who had his vetting removed because of sexual assault and rape allegations, brought a legal challenge to the court claiming the process was unlawful. Mr Di Maria had denied the allegations against him. The challenge has been described as a "test case" in whether officers can be removed from duty if they cannot hold the minimum level of vetting. On Tuesday, the High Court ruled that the vetting clearance decision regarding Sgt Di Maria be "quashed and reconsidered". This means the UK's largest police force cannot dismiss officers by removing their vetting after the High Court ruling. Metropolitan Police Commissioner Mark Rowley warned the ruling left policing in a "hopeless" position and said he would seek leave to appeal it. He added: "We have no mechanism to rid the Met of officers who are not fit to hold vetting. "Those who cannot be trusted to work with women, or those who cannot be trusted to enter the homes of vulnerable people. "It is absolutely absurd we cannot sack them." Sky News correspondent Matthew Thompson described it as a "potentially seismic" case. 'Significant implications' Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said in a statement: "This decision has significant implications for the work the Met is now doing to clean up the force, raise standards and rid the police of all those unfit to serve. "I have long been clear that there can be no hiding place for those who abuse their position of trust and authority within the police. "Working alongside the Met Commissioner, I want no let-up in the vital work being carried out to raise standards and rebuild public confidence in the Met. "No one who has failed vetting should continue to serve in the force and we will work closely with the Commissioner, the Home Office and partners to assess the implications of this ruling." Operation Assure The Met Police began reviewing the status of officers who were alleged to have committed sexually violent crimes under a system it called Operation Assure. Assure was put in place after the Met suffered a series of scandals, including the murder of Sarah Everard, to try and clean up the police. Some were removed after the emergence of serious accusations, including one officer who is thought to have tried to form a relationship with a 13-year-old girl in the United States, though authorities were unable to prove this. Some officers had their vetting clearance removed, and were dismissed from the force, without proving whether the allegations against them were true. Please refresh the page for the fullest version.
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Met Police cannot dismiss officers by removing their vetting clearance, High Court rules
The Metropolitan Police cannot dismiss officers by removing their vetting clearance, the High Court has ruled. It comes after the court ruled against the force in what has been described as a "test case" that could have implications for the sacking of police officers accused of misconduct. Sergeant Lino Di Maria, who had his vetting removed because of sexual assault allegations, brought a legal challenge to the court claiming the process was unlawful. Mr Di Maria had denied the allegations against him. The challenge has been described as a "test case" in whether officers can be removed from duty if they cannot hold the minimum level of vetting. On Tuesday, the High Court ruled that the vetting clearance decision regarding Sgt Di Maria be "quashed and reconsidered". This means the UK's largest police force cannot dismiss officers by removing their vetting after the High Court ruling. 'Significant implications' Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said in a statement: "This decision has significant implications for the work the Met is now doing to clean up the force, raise standards and rid the police of all those unfit to serve. "I have long been clear that there can be no hiding place for those who abuse their position of trust and authority within the police. "Working alongside the Met Commissioner, I want no let-up in the vital work being carried out to raise standards and rebuild public confidence in the Met. "No one who has failed vetting should continue to serve in the force and we will work closely with the Commissioner, the Home Office and partners to assess the implications of this ruling." Operation Assure The Met Police began reviewing the status of officers who were alleged to have committed sexually violent crimes under a system it called Operation Assure. Assure was put in place after the Met suffered a series of scandals, including the murder of Sarah Everard, to try and clean up the police. Some were removed after the emergence of serious accusations, including one officer who is thought to have tried to form a relationship with a 13-year-old girl in the United States, though authorities were unable to prove this. Some officers had their vetting clearance removed, and were dismissed from the force, without proving whether the allegations against them were true. Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor said previously the system was "entirely lawful" and warned the Met Police would be stuck in a "hopeless position" if it lost the case. Sky News correspondent Matthew Thompson described it as a "potentially seismic" case. This breaking news story is being updated and more details will be published shortly. Please refresh the page for the fullest version. You can receive breaking news alerts on a smartphone or tablet via the Sky News app. You can also follow us on WhatsApp and subscribe to our YouTube channel to keep up with the latest news.
