Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has reported an 18% year-on-year (YoY) increase in standalone net profit, reaching ₹3,355 crore for the fourth quarter of FY25, compared to ₹2,843 crore in the same period last year. Financial Performance Stock Market Reaction Following the earnings announcement, HPCL shares closed 3% lower at ₹397.4 apiece on the Bombay…
State-owned Bank of Baroda (BoB) has reported a 3% year-on-year (YoY) increase in net profit, reaching ₹5,048 crore for the fourth quarter of FY25, compared to ₹4,886 crore in the same period last year. Financial Performance Dividend Announcement The bank’s board has recommended a dividend of ₹8.35 per equity share, subject to shareholder approval at…
Aarti Drugs Ltd has reported a strong financial performance for the fourth quarter of FY25, with net profit rising 32.7% year-on-year (YoY) to ₹62.9 crore, compared to ₹47.4 crore in the same period last year. Financial Highlights Stock Market Reaction Ahead of the earnings announcement, Aarti Drugs shares closed 1.87% lower at ₹349 on the…
Ola Electric CEO Bhavish Aggarwal has extended his congratulations to rival Ather Energy on its successful stock market debut, calling it a “milestone for the Indian EV industry”. A Historic Moment for Indian EVs Ather Energy became the second electric two-wheeler company to go public after Ola Electric’s ₹6,145-crore IPO in August 2024. The company’s…
Lava has expanded its budget smartphone lineup in India with the launch of the Yuva Star 2, priced at ₹6,499. The device is designed for users seeking clean software, reliable battery life, and essential features at an affordable price. Key Features & Specifications Market Position & Availability The Lava Yuva Star 2 is available in…
Hyundai has deployed Boston Dynamics’ Atlas humanoid robot at its Metaplant America facility in Georgia, signaling a significant shift in factory automation. Once known for its parkour stunts, Atlas is now taking on real-world industrial tasks, reinforcing the rising importance of humanoid robots in manufacturing. Atlas’ Role in Hyundai’s EV Production Hyundai, which acquired Boston…
Former Australian cricketer Matthew Hayden has drawn parallels between Punjab Kings (PBKS) opener Prabhsimran Singh and a young MS Dhoni, following the batter’s explosive 91-run innings off 48 balls against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2025. Hayden’s Praise for Prabhsimran Speaking on Star Sports during the mid-innings break, Hayden highlighted Prabhsimran’s fearless approach, stating,…
Following the Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26 lives, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reportedly considering a complete boycott of Pakistan and Bangladesh in international cricket. This move could result in financial losses of approximately INR 350 crore for the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB). Impact…
India has formally requested the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to suspend financial aid to Pakistan, citing concerns over cross-border terrorism following the Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives on April 22. Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman raised the demand during a meeting with ADB President Masato Kanda at the 58th Annual Meeting of the…
Veteran actor Prakash Raj has strongly opposed the ban on the upcoming Hindi film ‘Abir Gulaal,’ starring Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor, calling it an example of growing intolerance in the film industry. The film, directed by Aarti S Bagdi, was set to release on May 9 but was halted following the Pahalgam terror attack,…
