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14 Aug

Indian Oil Q1 results: Net profit more than doubles to ₹5,689 crore year-on-year; revenue rose 1%

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Indian Oil, the country's largest state-run oil refiner, on Thursday, August 14, reported a net profit of ₹5,689 crore for the current financial year (Q1FY26), up 115% from ₹2,643 crore in the same period last year. However, on a sequential basis, its net profit was down 22% from ₹7,265 crore in the previous quarter. Indian Oil's operating revenue during the first quarter rose 1% to ₹2.19 lakh crore from ₹2.16 lakh crore in the same quarter a year ago. The company reported strong operating performance as its EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation), also called operating profit, grew…

14 Aug

Vaseline India takes brand storytelling to new heights with first – ever launch in the clouds

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Vaseline India has launched Vaseline Cloud Soft Light Moisturiser, a light and airy face moisturiser through a first-of-its-kind #LaunchInTheCloudsactivation. Held at Skydive Dubai, the high-altitude launch event saw a curated group of digital creators experience the product’s "cloud-like" texture right in the middle of the clouds, reinforcing the moisturiser’s core benefit of lightness without compromising on hydration. Creators including Ruhee Dosani, Agasthya Shah, Richi Shah, Nagma Mirajkar, Funcho Radhika Sharma and Shreemayi Reddy were part of the activation, sharing live reactions and exclusive behind-the-scenes glimpses with their audiences. Post-dive, influencers were hosted at a specially curated Cloud Soft Sensory Lounge…

14 Aug

Cognizant To Give Salary Hikes To 80%

Purbalee DuttaLatest

On Thursday, August 14, Cognizant announced that around 80% of eligible employees will receive merit-based salary hikes starting November 1, 2025. The hikes will apply to roles up to the Senior Associate level, with the amount varying depending on location and individual performance. In India, high-performing employees can expect increases in the high single digits. The company noted that top performers will receive the most substantial hikes and mentioned that many associates have already received their best bonuses over the past three years. This update follows Cognizant’s strong Q2 results, reporting an 8.1% year-on-year revenue growth to $5.25 billion and…

14 Aug

In Aizawl, CM Lalduhoma leads the “Drugs Free India” march and calls for a coordinated effort to combat substance usage

Sonakshi SarkarMizoram

Mizoram Chief Minister Pu Lalduhoma on Wednesday joined hundreds of students and community members in the “Rally – Fight Against Drugs,” organised under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (Drugs Free India Campaign). More than 600 students from schools and colleges participated in the event, which formed part of both the State Level and Aizawl District Level programmes to mark the campaign’s 5th anniversary. The rally commenced from two starting points — Chanmari and Sikulpuikawn — converging at Lammual for the main programme. The Chief Minister flagged off participants from Chanmari and marched alongside them to the venue. In his address,…

14 Aug

Despite rain-related cancellations, the Tripura Police Chief examines the arrangements for the Independence Day procession

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Heavy rainfall failed to dampen preparations for Tripura’s Independence Day celebrations, as Director General of Police (DGP) Anurag Dhankar inspected arrangements for the state-level parade on Wednesday at the Assam Rifles Ground. The final full-dress rehearsal, scheduled for the morning, had to be called off after persistent downpours left parts of the parade ground waterlogged. Despite the setback, officials assured that the programme remains firmly on track. “Everyone is prepared and the parade will be good,” DGP Dhankar said, noting that participating personnel have been engaged in intensive training for the past 20 days. This year’s parade will feature 16…

14 Aug

Deputy CM of Arunachal Pradesh unveiled the “Statue of Strength” at Parashuram Kund

Banasree SarkarArunachal Pradesh

Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein formally announced the name of the future Lord Parashuram statue at Parashuram Kund: "Statue of Strength," signifying the strength, unity, and legacy of the area. With the help of the Vipra Foundation, the Arunachal Pradesh government, and local people, the project is moving closer to its grand opening in November or December of this year. It is his hope that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the historic occasion, said Deputy Chief Minister Mein. The administration is carrying out extensive infrastructure improvements as part of the Riverfront Development Project, including improved public amenities,…

13 Aug

Jubilant FoodWorks Q1 profit upsurge 62.6%

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New Delhi: Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd (JFL), which runs fast-food chains such as Domino's Pizza and Dunkin Donuts, on Wednesday reported a 62.58 percent rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 94.33 crore during the June quarter. The company had reported a net profit of Rs 58.02 crore in the April-June quarter a year ago, JFL, a unit of Jubilant Indian group, said in a regulatory filing. Revenue from operations rose 16.95 percent to Rs 2,260.86 crore in the June quarter from Rs 1,933.06 crore a year ago. Its total expenses rose 15.3 per cent to Rs 2,153.74 crore in the…

13 Aug

Better than 10,000 steps? try this walk

Banasree SarkarLifestyle

A Japanese walking technique is going viral for challenging the long-standing belief that 10,000 steps a day is the key to fitness. Known as Japanese interval walking, the method alternates three minutes of brisk walking with three minutes of slow walking, repeated over 30 minutes—and it's delivering impressive results. Dr. Kristian Karstoft of the University of Copenhagen explains the brisk intervals should be fast enough to make speaking in full sentences difficult, while the slow intervals allow full recovery. He says the method provides benefits similar to running, without the joint strain, making it ideal for older adults. Fitter individuals…

13 Aug

Agartala wants to finish the road and storm water drain improvements before Durga Puja

Sonakshi SarkarTripura

Agartala Smart City Limited is making rapid progress on infrastructure projects worth over Rs 844 crore, with plans to finish major storm water drain and road construction work before the upcoming Durga Puja festival. Dr. Shailesh, CEO of Agartala Smart City Limited, said the organization has undertaken 65 projects, all of which have now been completed. Addressing the city’s long-standing issue with waterlogging and flooding, Dr. Shailesh explained that 24 projects worth nearly Rs 65 crore were executed to tackle this problem. “As part of this effort, six new flood pumps were installed, and storm water drains were redesigned for…

13 Aug

Nepal Sets Up First Nationwide Glacial Lake Monitoring Grid

MohiniNepal

Nepal’s government has unveiled its first national glacial lake monitoring system, consisting of over 30 sensors placed across lakes at risk of sudden bursting due to climate change. The system feeds real-time data to a central alert center linked with mobile emergency services. Early warning trials showed reduced false alarms and faster response during monsoon threats. The project is funded by a mix of state revenue and international climate grants. Experts in northern India and Bangladesh’s Chattogram Hills are coordinating to replicate cross-border early warning systems, aiming to streamline flood disaster responses in the Himalayas.