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16 Aug

2025 Yezdi Roadster is ‘Born Out of Line’

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Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles has launched the 2025 Yezdi Roadster, starting at ₹2.09 lakh, positioning it as a “Born Out of Line” performance classic for riders seeking individuality. The model features the all-new 350 Alpha2 liquid-cooled engine producing 29PS and 30Nm, paired with a first-in-segment 6-speed gearbox and assist & slipper clutch. The Roadster’s design includes an imposing silhouette, sculpted fuel tank, twin-barrel exhausts, and six factory custom kits with over 50 combination options. Its modular seating allows riders to switch between bobber-style solo and touring-friendly dual seats within minutes. Premium details, such as the Faravahar insignia, highlight Yezdi’s heritage. In…

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…

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

Paytm Shares Rally 6% As RBI Grants In-Principle Approval To Subsidiary For Online Payment Aggregation

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Shares of One97 Communications, the parent company of Paytm, jumped up to 6% to ₹1,186 on Wednesday, August 13, after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) granted in-principle approval to its subsidiary, Paytm Payments Services Ltd (PPSL), to operate as an online payment aggregator. This allows PPSL to resume onboarding merchants, a process halted since November 2022 due to regulatory restrictions. However, the RBI has asked the company to conduct a thorough system and cybersecurity audit, with the report due within six months. If the company fails to submit the audit, the provisional approval will be withdrawn. Initially, Paytm had…

12 Aug

Fashion Factory Announces “No Conditions Sale” – 50% Off on Top Brands + Free Gifts!

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Get ready, fashion lovers! Fashion Factory, Reliance Retail’s newest fashion discount destination, is bringing you the No Conditions Sale – a shopping event where deals you can’t resist. From 14th to 17th August 2025,enjoy Flat 50% OFF on all your favorite national and international fashion brands – plus a free gift on apparel shopping worth ₹2,499 and above. From Levi’s, Pepe, Park Avenue, Raymond, ColorPlus, Parx, Turtle, Twills, Huur, Lee Cooper, Indibee, John Players, Netplay, Peter England, Killer, Pine Club, Saddle & Mallet and more–every brand you love is part of this mega sale. Whether it’s classic formals, smart casuals,…

12 Aug

Cottonseed oil futures prices downfall: lack of demand

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New Delhi: Cottonseed oil cake prices fell by Rs 29 to Rs 3,346 per quintal in futures trade on Monday as traders reduced their positions following a weak trend in the spot market. At the NCDEX, cottonseed oil cake contracts for September delivery fell by Rs 29, or 0.87 percent, to Rs 3,346 per quintal in a business turnover of 21,640 lots. Analysts said selling by traders at current levels amid sluggish market sentiment mainly led to the fall in cottonseed oil cake prices.

11 Aug

JM Financial Q1 profit raise 166% to Rs 454 crore

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New Delhi, JM Financial on Monday reported a 166 percent rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 454 crore for the June quarter of FY26. The financial services company had earned Rs 171 crore in the same quarter a year ago. Total income during the June quarter of 2025-26 rose to Rs 1,121 crore from Rs 1,093 crore a year ago, JM Financial said in a regulatory filing. Total expenses declined to Rs 529 crore as compared to Rs 849 crore in the April-June quarter of FY25. Networth crossed Rs 10,000 crore during the quarter. Vishal Kampani, Vice Chairman and…

11 Aug

TATA AIA Life empowers Mizoram’s students with digital classrooms, boosts insurance awareness across state

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TATA AIA Life Insurance has launched a comprehensive CSR initiative introducing smart classrooms in eight government schools across Aizawl. The three-year project (2024–2026) aims to impact 1,436 students with digital tools, enhanced infrastructure, and localized e-learning content created in collaboration with Teachmint Edutech. According to the ASER 2024 report, only 10.6% of schools in Mizoram have computer facilities. Addressing this gap, Tata AIA’s initiative includes teacher training workshops, interactive content in core subjects, and hardware support such as projectors and connectivity devices. “Our role in Mizoram goes beyond insurance. We’re committed to uplifting communities through digital and educational empowerment,” said…

09 Aug

Medanta Achieves Highest Ever Quarterly Total Income and EBITDA in Q1 FY2026

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Global Health Limited (Medanta), one of the largest private multi-specialty tertiary care providers in North and East India, posted its highest-ever quarterly performance for Q1 FY26, with total income rising 19.1% year-on-year to ₹10,513 million. EBITDA grew 22.6% to ₹2,553 million, while Profit After Tax surged 49.6% to ₹1,590 million. The growth was driven by a 13.3% rise in occupied bed days, improved ARPOB of ₹66,584, and strong performances from both mature and developing hospitals. International patient revenue jumped 33.8% to ₹636 million. OPD pharmacy revenues also saw a 21.6% increase. CEO Pankaj Sahni credited the robust results to higher…