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14 May

Chocolates top Mother’s Day gifting charts in Kolkata, home décor demand rises

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Kolkata witnessed a strong surge in chocolate purchases this Mother’s Day, with the city emerging as one of India’s biggest markets for thoughtful and home-focused gifting trends, according to Instamart’s Mother’s Day Gifting Trends 2026 report released on May 13.The report showed that chocolates remained the most preferred gifting option in Kolkata, while products such as candles, diffusers and home décor items also recorded strong growth as consumers shifted towards warm at-home celebrations. Across India, gifting patterns reflected a move from simple presents to more thoughtful and care-first choices.Flowers continued to dominate early morning purchases, while cakes peaked during evening…

14 May

Zydus Lifesciences Bolsters US Specialty Portfolio with ₹1,570 Crore Assertio Acquisition

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In a major move to expand its international footprint, Indian pharmaceutical giant Zydus Lifesciences has announced the acquisition of U.S.-based Assertio Holdings. The deal, valued at approximately $166.4 million—roughly 1,570 crore rupees—is a strategic step to solidify Zydus’ presence in the world’s largest healthcare market. The acquisition will be executed through Zydus’ subsidiary, Zydus Worldwide DMCC, and its vehicle, Zara Merger Sub Inc. Under the terms of the all-cash agreement, Zydus will offer $23.50 per share. This bid represents a significant premium over previous offers from Garda Therapeutics, which Assertio’s board recently abandoned in favor of Zydus’ superior value and…

14 May

India’s AI-led startup surge sparks rise of ‘Portfolio Careers’: LinkedIn report

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India is witnessing a major transformation in its entrepreneurial landscape, with artificial intelligence accelerating the rise of new-age founders and flexible “portfolio careers,” according to a new report released by LinkedIn on May 12. The platform reported a 104 per cent year-on-year rise in members adding “Founder” to their profiles in India, marking the highest growth among global markets. The report showed that Gen Z entrepreneurs are leading the shift away from traditional career models, with 75 per cent managing multiple income streams compared to 62 per cent of Gen X founders. LinkedIn said AI and digital tools are lowering…

14 May

Berger Paints Q4 profit jumps 38% as demand recovery lifts margins

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Berger Paints India Ltd reported a strong rise in fourth quarter earnings for FY26, supported by robust volume growth, improved product mix and softer raw material prices amid gradually improving market demand. The company posted a 38.1 per cent year-on-year increase in standalone net profit at Rs 327.3 crore for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, compared to Rs 236.9 crore in the same period last year. Standalone revenue from operations rose 6.7 per cent to Rs 2,504 crore, while EBITDA climbed 17.8 per cent to Rs 458.7 crore. Berger Paints said volume growth stood at 11.8 per cent despite…

14 May

Cipla Sees Strategic Product Pipeline Driving FY27 Recovery Despite Soft U.S. Earnings

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Indian pharma major Cipla is looking at a high-risk recovery plan for FY27, after a tough fourth quarter, that saw its consolidated net profit plummet 54.6% to ₹5.55 billion. The decline in earnings was primarily driven by a 26% year-on-year decline in North America revenues to ₹14.14 billion, as the company faced intense generic competition and a lack of high-margin assets. Performance was further hit by a ₹420 million impairment charge and a suspension of sales of key cancer drug Lanreotide due to regulatory issues at a partner facility. These setbacks notwithstanding, the company continued to see the domestic market…

14 May

Tata Motors drives record FY26 growth, CV business posts sharp rise in revenue and profit

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Tata Motors reported record financial results for Q4 and the full financial year FY26, driven by strong commercial vehicle demand, higher exports, improved realizations and disciplined cost management. The company’s standalone commercial vehicle revenue for Q4 FY26 rose 22 per cent year-on-year to ₹24,452 crore, while EBITDA increased 35 per cent to ₹3,400 crore with margins improving to 13.9 per cent. Profit before tax surged 58 per cent to ₹2,972 crore, while quarterly profit after tax climbed 70 per cent to ₹2,400 crore. For the full year FY26, standalone revenue stood at ₹77,399 crore, up 11 per cent, while EBITDA…

14 May

AI could inject $500 billion into Indian economy by 2030, says IBM-IndiaAI report

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is expected to become a major growth engine for India’s economy, with a new joint study by the IBM Institute for Business Value and IndiaAI projecting that AI could contribute more than $500 billion to India’s economy by 2030. The report, titled “From Promise to Power: How AI is Redefining India’s Economic Future,” said 80 per cent of Indian business leaders believe AI investments will directly shape the nation’s GDP growth, while 73 per cent expect India to emerge as a leading global AI nation by the end of the decade. However, 72 per cent of organizations…

14 May

P&G Health, IMA launch India’s first patient recovery guidelines in Tripura

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P&G Health, in collaboration with the Indian Medical Association (IMA), has launched India’s first patient recovery guidelines for doctors titled “Clinical Application of Micronutrients in Recovery” at an event in Agartala. The evidence-based guidebook focuses on the role of micronutrients, particularly B-complex vitamins, in improving recovery outcomes among patients suffering from acute illnesses, chronic diseases, surgical conditions and paediatric health issues. Developed and reviewed by a multidisciplinary panel of medical experts, the guidelines aim to standardise recovery protocols across the country. The document explains how micronutrients support inflammation control, tissue repair, immune response and oxidative stress management during recovery. It…

13 May

Berger Paints Hits 3-Month High on Strong Q4 Performance; Sector Rallies

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Berger Paints has been in the limelight, hitting a three-month high after delivering robust numbers in the fourth quarter. The key catalyst was the company’s solid performance, with healthy margins and volume growth, which drove sentiment and sparked a positive rally across the paint sector. The upward momentum reflects underlying confidence in the company’s ability to navigate the current economic conditions, while maintaining profitability despite the volatile input costs. The good performance of Berger Paints has had a considerable “rub-off” effect, creating optimism among its peers in the decorative and industrial coatings industry. Asian Paints and other major market players…

13 May

Tinder bets on astrology-led matchmaking as intentional dating trend grows in India

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Tinder has rolled out its new “Astrology Mode” in India as the dating platform seeks to tap into the growing preference among young singles for more intentional and personality-driven connections. The launch comes amid changing dating behaviour highlighted in Tinder’s Year in Swipe 2025 report, which found that 64 per cent of young users believe emotional honesty is the most important aspect in modern dating, while 73 per cent said they recognise genuine interest when they can freely be themselves. The feature allows users to unlock their astrological “Big 3” — Sun, Moon and Rising signs — by entering their…