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Kenstar Launches India’s First 5-Star Rated Energy-Efficient Coolers, Prices Start At Rs 6,000
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Kenstar launched India’s first 5 Star BEE-rated air coolers, offering up to 35 percent energy savings and a five-year warranty, aiming for 45 percent growth.
Kenstar Bets on Efficiency: New Range of 5-Star Coolers Promises 30–35% Power Savings
Kenstar, the consumer appliances manufacturer, has launched India’s first range of 5-star BEE-rated energy-efficient air coolers. The new range was unveiled on Thursday in Gurugram, Haryana, where the company’s headquarters is located.
The line-up is designed to cater to diverse customer segments, with prices starting at Rs 6,000 for entry-level models and going up to Rs 20,000 for premium variants.
Under the ‘Power of 5’, these coolers come with BLDC Maxx Technology, Quadra Flow Technology for powerful air delivery, Hydro Dense Mesh Honeycomb Cooling Pads for better cooling and durability, and a Heavy Duty Double Ball Bearing Motor for long-lasting performance.
This new range of air coolers offers the perfect blend of energy savings and modern technology, giving customers superior cooling while also reducing electricity bills.
Speaking at the launch event, Sunil Jain, CEO of Kenstar, explained the timing of the launch despite the summer season being over. “Generally, coolers are a summer product, but for us July to December is crucial. Nearly 50% of our annual sales come during this period. That is why we start production in July and introduce new technology and product ranges in the market,” he said.
“This new range of coolers, which are energy efficient laced with cutting-edge technology, can cut down the customers’ electricity bills by 30-35 per cent in comparison to normal coolers,” said Jain during the conversation.
In addition to the efficiency upgrades, Kenstar is offering an industry-first five-year warranty on motors and pumps, the core components of a cooler. “The motor and pump are the heart of a cooler. With this warranty, consumers can enjoy peace of mind and reliability for five years,” Jain noted.
Kenstar has set an ambitious 45 per cent growth target for FY2025-26 with the existing products and the new energy-efficient range.
“The new range gives consumers not only cost savings but also a quality-oriented product. Our mantra is clear—quality with affordability,” said Jain.
Moreover, the company has already started taking bookings for the new range of energy-efficient coolers from July. “I am happy to share that we have already received bookings equal to 50% of what we sold in the entire last year,” he said.
At the event, Santosh Bhamre, National Sales Head at Kenstar, explained that affordability will not compromise efficiency. “Whether it is the entry-level model or the higher-end one, every product in this range carries the 5-star BEE rating,” he said.
On concerns about misleading claims of energy savings in the market, Bhamre stressed Kenstar’s credibility. “Some gimmicks do exist, but what we are saying translates into real benefits for customers. With BLDC Maxx technology, our coolers deliver up to 60% energy savings compared to regular coolers. And with the newly launched 5-star rated coolers, consumers can immediately save around 30% on electricity bills compared to non-rated models,” he said.
He further added that the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), a Government of India body, independently certifies these ratings. “When you see a BEE 5-star label, you can trust that the product delivers the promised efficiency,” Bhamre noted.
Varun Yadav is a Sub Editor at News18 Business Digital. He writes articles on markets, personal finance, technology, and more. He completed his post-graduation diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Inst…Read More
Varun Yadav is a Sub Editor at News18 Business Digital. He writes articles on markets, personal finance, technology, and more. He completed his post-graduation diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Inst… Read More
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Greggs has delayed the appointment of incoming board director Robert Moorhead due to a review into a major accounting error at his previous firm, WH Smith.
The high street bakery chain said Mr Moorhead – the former finance chief at WH Smith – had asked to delay his appointment until a review by Deloitte into the blunder at WH Smith is completed.
He had been due to start at Greggs on October 1 as an independent non-executive director and chair of the audit committee.
Mr Moorhead left WH Smith in 2024 after more than 20 years at the chain.
The delay to his appointment comes after WH Smith saw nearly £600 million wiped off its stock market value last week when it revealed a review of its finances had discovered trading profits in North America had been overstated by about £30 million.
It warned that annual profits would be lower than expected as a result, sending shares down by more than 40% at one stage during the day.
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FordThe first electric vehicles (EV) eligible for the £3,750 discount under the government’s grant scheme have been announced.
The Department for Transport confirmed Ford’s Puma Gen-E or e-Tourneo Courier would be discounted as part of plans to encourage drivers to move away from petrol and diesel vehicles.
Under the grant scheme, the discount applies to eligible car models costing up to £37,000, with the most environmentally friendly ones seeing the biggest reductions. Another 26 models have been cleared for discounts of £1,500.
Carmakers can apply for models to be eligible for grants, which are then automatically applied at the point of sale.
More vehicles are expected to be approved in the coming weeks and the DfT said the policy would bring down prices to “closely match their petrol and diesel counterparts”.
The government has pledged to ban the sale of new fully petrol or diesel cars from 2030.
But many drivers cite upfront costs as a key barrier to buying an EV and some have told the BBC that the UK needs more charging points.
According to Ford’s website, the recommended retail price (RRP) for a new Puma Gen-E starts from £29,905 while a petrol equivalent is upward of £26,060. With the reduction applied, buyers would be looking in the region of £26,155 for the EV version.
The grants to lower the cost of EVs will be funded through the £650m scheme, and will be available for three years.
There are around 1.3 million electric cars on Britain’s roads but currently only around 82,000 public charging points.
Full list of EVs eligible for the £1,500 discount
- Citroën ë-C3 and Citroën ë-C3 Aircross
- Citroën ë-C4 and Citroën ë-C4 X
- Citroën ë-C5 Aircross
- Citroën ë-Berlingo
- Cupra Born
- DS DS3
- DS N°4
- Nissan Ariya
- Nissan Micra
- Peugeot E-208
- Peugeot E-2008
- Peugeot E-308
- Peugeot E-408
- Peugeot E-Rifter
- Renault 4
- Renault 5
- Renault Alpine A290
- Renault Megane
- Renault Scenic
- Vauxhall Astra Electric
- Vauxhall Combo Life Electric
- Vauxhall Corsa Electric
- Vauxhall Frontera Electric
- Vauxhall Grandland Electric
- Vauxhall Mokka Electric
- Volkswagen ID.3
The up-front cost of EVs is higher on average than for petrol cars.
According to Autotrader, the average price of a new battery electric car was £49,790 in June 2025, based on manufacturers’ recommended prices for 148 models.
The equivalent for a petrol car was £34,225, but the average covers a broad range of prices.
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said the grant scheme was making it “easier and cheaper for families to make the switch to electric”.
Edmund King, president of the AA, said drivers “frequently tell us that the upfront costs of new EVs are a stumbling block to making the switch to electric”.
“It is great to see some of these more substantial £3,750 discounts coming online because for some drivers this might just bridge the financial gap to make these cars affordable.”
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