Which of the following initiatives is an effort of Income Tax department to directly communicate with the tax payers?

Correct Answer :   Adani Group

* Adani Group has acquired an 85.8% stake in Air Works, India's largest private-sector Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) company, for Rs 400 crore.

* This acquisition strengthens Adani’s presence in India’s civil and defence aviation services sectors, contributing to the country’s growing aviation market and supporting the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.

* The move also expands Adani’s capabilities in the defence and civil MRO sectors, enhancing its service offerings and footprint across India and internationally.

Correct Answer :   40%

* Coca-Cola sold a 40% stake in its India bottling business, Hindustan Coca-Cola Holdings (HCCH), to Jubilant Bhartia Group for ?12,500 crore, valuing the company at ?31,250 crore.

* This sale aligns with Coca-Cola's asset-light refranchising strategy and will help strengthen its presence in India, its fifth-largest market.

* The transaction also marks a significant step for Jubilant Bhartia Group to expand its portfolio in the beverage sector, leveraging its expertise from businesses like Domino’s and Dunkin’ to boost growth in the bottling sector.

Correct Answer :   GAIL

GAIL has entered into its first long-term time charter agreement with Singapore-based "K" LINE for a new LNG ship, featuring a tank capacity of 1,74,000 cubic meters.

Scheduled to be operational by 2027 and built by Samsung Heavy Industries, this agreement enhances GAIL's LNG transport capabilities.

The partnership also benefits from "K" LINE's extensive 40-year expertise in LNG shipping, marking a significant step in strengthening India's energy infrastructure.