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Bata in Partnership Talks With Adidas For Indian Market – Top Indian Market Updates

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Bata in partnership talks with Adidas for Indian market

According to a CNBC-TV18 report, Bata India is in talks with Adidas for a strategic partnership for the Indian market. This anticipated partnership is focused specifically on the Indian market. The primary objective of this strategic collaboration is to leverage Bata’s extensive and impressive retail network across India. With around 2,100 stores spread across 700 cities throughout the country, Bata India’s retail reach has captured the attention of Adidas India.

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SJVN signs two agreements to supply 1,200 MW solar power to Punjab

Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) Ltd has signed two pacts with Punjab State Power Corporation Ltd (PSPCL) to supply 1,200 MW of solar power from its projects. SJVN signed two power purchase agreements (PPAs) for 1,200 MW of solar power recently. SJVN Green Energy Limited (SGEL), SJVN’s arm, proposed the rate of ₹2.53 per unit for the supply of 1,000 MW and ₹2.75 per unit for another 200 MW.

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SBI offers relief to loan borrowers in Manipur

The State Bank of India (SBI) has offered to extend relief on loans to its customers in Manipur, who have been affected by the ongoing unrest in the state. The relief package includes a moratorium of up to 12 months on equated monthly instalments (EMIs), interest payments, and other instalments. It will be available to borrowers whose accounts had not turned into non-performing assets (NPAs) as on May 3, 2023.

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NCLT allows GE Power to withdraw insolvency petition as BHEL offers settlement

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) allowed GE Power to withdraw its insolvency petition against Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd with the liberty to revive if the operational debt is not settled. Counsels for GE Power Akshay Sapre, along with Abhijit Swarup and Aneesha Rastogi from The Guild, a law firm, informed the tribunal that BHEL had sent a letter to GE Power to settle ₹25 crore of debt amount owed to GE Power.

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JSW Steel may pick majority stake in Teck Coal unit

JSW Steel Ltd is looking to form a consortium to bid for a majority stake in Teck Resources Ltd.’s steelmaking coal business. The company’s offer potentially rivals an $8 billion offer from commodities giant Glencore Plc. JSW is seeking partners for an offer to acquire a 75% interest in the asset, known as Elk Valley Resources Ltd. That’s a marked shift in approach from July when Bloomberg News reported JSW was interested in up to 20% of Teck’s coal business.

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ChrysCapital still in race to buy controlling stake in Glenmark Life Sciences

Private equity (PE) firm ChrysCapital remains firmly in the race to acquire Glenmark Pharma’s stake in Glenmark Life Sciences (GLS), with reports about Nirma closing on the deal doing the rounds. Glenmark Pharma’s stake sale is a procedural requirement as per the listing guidelines. Glenmark Pharma’s shareholding in GLS, which is 83% currently, needs to come down to 75% no later than August 2024.

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USFDA’s concerns in Lupin’s Goa, Pithampur units are resolved

Lupin Ltd has received correspondence from the US Food & Drug Administration (USFDA) that it has now addressed the concerns raised in the warning letter for its facilities in Goa and Pithampur Unit-2, Indore. This comes after the satisfactory evaluation of the corrective actions taken by the company in response to the warning letter that was issued on November 6, 2017. On July 12, the USFDA inspected its Nagpur oral solid dosage facility from July 3-11. The inspection closed with the issuance of Form 483, with two observations.

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Inox Wind’s promoters infuse Rs 500 cr for debt repayment

Inox Wind’s promoter and promoter group entities have infused ₹500 crore in the company for debt repayment. The funds were raised by way of equity share sale of Inox Wind through block deals on the stock exchanges. The company will utilise the funds for the repayment of IWL’s existing debt. The company’s strategic move marks a significant milestone in Inox Wind’s journey towards financial sustainability.

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Ramkrishna Forgings secures Rs 145 cr order from European OEM

Ramkrishna Forgings Ltd secured ₹145 crore worth of orders in the European Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) sector. The business contract valued at 16 million euros under a long-term agreement will span four years. The new business marks a key achievement for the company as it leverages its proven track record and expertise to venture into a new realm of automotive components.

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Adani Ports’ Net Profit Rises 5% YoY to Rs 1,159Cr in Q4 – Top Indian Market Updates

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Adani Ports Q4 Results: Net profit rises 5% YoY to Rs 1,159 crore

Adani Ports reported a 5% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 1,159 crore for the quarter ended March (Q4 FY23). Its consolidated revenue rose 40% YoY to Rs 5,797 crore during Q4 FY23. EBITDA stood at Rs 3,270.7 crore, up 59% YoY. The company’s board has recommended a dividend of Rs 5 per equity share.

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Inox Wind receives 150 MW order from NTPC Renewable Energy

Inox Wind secures a 150 MW wind power project order from NTPC Renewable Energy. The project will be located in Gujarat and Inox Wind will supply and install Wind Turbine Generators, as well as handle operation and maintenance services. This brings Inox Wind’s total orders from NTPC to 550 MW. The addition will expand Inox Wind’s O&M fleet and contribute to overall profitability.

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India’s growth momentum likely to be sustained in FY24: RBI

India’s growth momentum is likely to be sustained in 2023-24 in an atmosphere of easing inflationary pressures, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said in its Annual Report 2022-23. The central bank added that the economy will be supported by sound macroeconomic policies, softer commodity prices, a robust financial sector, continued fiscal policy thrust on quality of government expenditure, and new growth opportunities stemming from global realignment of supply chains.

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Jubilant Pharmova’s Canada unit gets OAI status

Jubilant Pharmova’s Canadian unit gets Official Action Indicated (OAI) status from the US Food & Drug Administration (USFDA). The USFDA might not approve applications or supplements for Jubilant Pharmova’s Montreal facility. The regulator inspected the facility in February 2023 and found objectionable conditions. Jubilant HollisterStier, a subsidiary of Jubilant Pharmova, is working with the USFDA to address the observations within the given timeframe.

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Mankind Pharma Q4 Results: Net profit jumps 50% YoY to Rs 285 crore

Mankind Pharma reported a 50% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 285 crore for the quarter ended March (Q4 FY23). Its operating revenue rose 19% YoY to Rs 2,053 crore during Q4 FY23. For FY23, the company reported an 11% fall in consolidated net profit to Rs 1,282 crore, despite a 12.4% growth in revenue to Rs 8,749 crore.

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Triveni to expand capacity of its existing plants

Triveni Engineering & Industries will invest Rs 85 crore in expanding its sugar business. The company plans to increase the capacity of its sugar unit in Uttar Pradesh by 2,000 tonnes of cane per day, raising it from 7,000 Tonnes of Cane per Day (TCD) to 9,000 TCD. This expansion will bring the company’s total crushing capacity to 63,000 TCD according to the company.

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Sun Pharma signs pact with Philogen to commercialise skin cancer drug

Sun Pharma has partnered with Philogen SpA to commercialize an under-development skin cancer drug called Nidlegy in Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. Nidlegy, currently in Phase III clinical trials, is being developed by Philogen for the treatment of melanoma and non-melanoma skin cancers. Sun Pharma will hold exclusive rights to commercialize the product and will share post-commercialization economics with Philogen in a 50:50 ratio.

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Apollo Hospitals Q4 Results: Net profit jumps 50% YoY to Rs 146 crore

Apollo Hospitals reported a 50% YoY increase in net profit to Rs 146 crore for the quarter ended March (Q4 FY23). Its operating revenue rose 21% YoY to Rs 4,303 crore during Q4 FY23. EBITDA stood at Rs 488 crore, up 5% YoY. The company’s board has recommended a dividend of Rs 9 per equity share.

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Prestige Estates acquires DB Group’s balance stake in 2 Mumbai projects for Rs 1,176 crore

Prestige Estates Projects has acquired the remaining stake in two projects located in Mumbai’s Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) and Mahalaxmi locality from DB Group. The total cost of the acquisitions amounts to over Rs 1,176 crore. The projects are expected to be completed within the next 3-4 years. These strategic acquisitions will allow Prestige Estates Projects to strengthen its ownership in these prime assets and significantly enhance the value of its annuity rental portfolio.

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V-Guard Q4 Results: Net profit falls 41% YoY to Rs 53 crore

V-Guard Industries reported a 41% YoY fall in consolidated net profit to Rs 52.73 crore in Q4 FY23. However, its operating revenue rose 7% YoY to Rs 1,140 crore during Q4 FY23. EBITDA stood at Rs 99 crore, down 12% YoY. The company’s board has announced a dividend of Rs 1.3 per equity share.

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Shriram Properties reports highest-ever sales volumes of in FY23

Shriram Properties Ltd (SPL) has reported the highest-ever sales volumes of 4.02 million sq. ft (msf) in FY23 with sales value reaching a new high of Rs 1,846 crore, up 25% YoY, supported by higher volumes, better realisation, change in product mix and the impact of seven launches. Gross collections stood firm at Rs 1,200 crore. SPL completed seven projects with an aggregate development area of 3.8 msf during the year.

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Patanjali Foods Q4 Results: Net profit rises 13% YoY to Rs 264 crore

Patanjali Foods Ltd reported a 13% YoY rise in standalone net profit to Rs 264 crore in Q4 FY23. The profit stood at Rs 234 crore in the same period last year. Its operating revenue also rose 18% YoY to Rs 7,873 crore during Q4 FY23. The company’s board has recommended a dividend of Rs 6 per equity share.

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Inox Green Energy Services IPO: All You Need to Know

The IPO mania continues in Dalal Street! Inox Green Energy Services Ltd has launched its initial public offering (IPO) today— Nov 11. It is the fourth IPO to hit the markets this week. In this article, we dive into the company and its IPO.

Company Profile – Inox Green Energy Services Ltd

Inox Green Energy Services Ltd (IGESL) is one of the leading wind power operation and maintenance (O&M) service providers in India. It is a subsidiary of Inox Wind Ltd (a listed company) and part of the Inox GFL Group. Established in 2012, IGESL provides long-term O&M services for wind farm projects.

IGESL exclusively operates and maintains all wind turbine generators (WTG) sold by Inox Wind by entering into contracts with WTG purchasers. These contracts range between 5 to 20 years. The company also offers O&M services for common infrastructure facilities such as electrical substations and transmission lines that support wind farms. They have a dedicated onsite team to provide 24×7 operation services for their customers’ wind farms to help ensure that their WTGs are generating the highest yield possible.

As of June 30, 2022, IGEL’s O&M services portfolio consists of an aggregate of 2,792 megawatts MW) of wind farm capacity and 1,396 WTGs. The company has a presence in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Kerela, and Tamil Nadu.

About the IPO

Inox Green Energy’s public issue opens on Nov 11 and closes on Nov 15. The company has fixed ₹61-65 per share as the price band for the IPO.

The fresh issue of shares (of the face value of ₹10 each) aggregates to ₹370 crore. The IPO also includes an offer for sale (OFS) of 5.6 crore shares by promoters and early investors, aggregating to ₹370 crore. Individual investors can bid for a minimum of 230 equity shares (1 lot) and in multiples of 230 shares thereafter. You will need a minimum of ₹14,950 (at the cut-off price) to apply for this IPO. The maximum number of shares that can be applied by a retail investor is 2,990 equity shares (13 lots).

IGESL will utilise the net proceeds from the IPO for the following purposes:

  • Repayment or prepayment of certain borrowings, including redemption of non-convertible debentures (NCDs) in full – ₹260 crore.
  • General corporate purposes.

The total promoter holding in the company will decline from 93.84% to 56.04% post the IPO.

Financial Performance

Inox Green Energy Services has posted losses for the last two financial years (FY21-22). The management clarified that the company’s losses were due to increased interest burden and amortisation provisions. [Amortisation is an accounting strategy used to regularly reduce the book value of a loan or an intangible asset over a certain period.] Through the proceeds of this IPO, IGESL will be able to reduce its loan and interest burden, which should result in an improvement in its margins. Moreover, the company has stable/reliable cash flows supported by long-term O&M contracts.

During the quarter ended June 30, 2022 (Q1 FY23), it reported a loss of ₹11.58 crore and a total revenue of ₹63.16 crore.

Risk Factors

  • The company is entirely dependent on the promoter (Inox Wind) for its business. If IWL chooses any other service provider for operation & maintenance services of wind turbine generators, IGESL’s financial performance would be adversely affected.
  • Orders from IWL may get delayed, modified, or cancelled, which may impact future O&M revenue.
  • The sale of services and renewal rate of service contracts may decline in the future. 
  • IGESL is liable for penalties under its maintenance contracts in case of any deficiencies in the services provided.
  • There are outstanding legal proceedings involving IGESL, its subsidiaries, directors, and group firms.

IPO Details in a Nutshell

IGESL filed the Red Herring Prospectus (RHP) for its IPO on Nov 3. You can read it here. Out of the total offer, 75% is reserved for Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIBs), 15% for Non-Institutional Investors (NIIs), and 10% for retail investors.

Ahead of the IPO, the company raised ₹333 crore from anchor investors. The marquee investors include Morgan Stanley Asia (Singapore), Nomura Singapore, HDFC Mutual Fund (MF), ICICI Prudential MF, etc.

Conclusion

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), India is the third-largest energy-consuming country in the world and has become one of the largest sources of energy demand growth globally. The Central govt. aims to add 30 gigawatts (GW) of offshore wind projects by 2030. The key strengths of IGESL include its strong/diverse portfolio, established track record, and reliable cash flows

Going forward, the company plans to expand its portfolio and scale operations while transitioning to an asset-light model with minimal capital expenditure. The favourable national renewable energy policy also provides strong visibility for growth.

The company has not received much interest in the grey market. IGESL’s IPO shares are trading at a premium of ₹9-10 in the unofficial market. Before applying to this IPO, we will wait to see if the portion reserved for institutional investors gets oversubscribed. As always, do consider the risks associated with the company and come to your own conclusion.

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Bharti Airtel Signs 5G Network Deals with Nokia, Samsung – Top Indian Market Updates

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Bharti Airtel signs 5G network deals with Ericsson, Nokia, Samsung

Bharti Airtel Ltd has signed 5G network agreements with Swedish equipment maker Ericsson, Nokia, and Samsung to commence deployment of 5G networks from August. Ericsson will provide 5G connectivity in 12 circles for Bharti Airtel. The multi-year deal with Nokia will provide equipment from its AirScale portfolio and solutions for network management, deployment, planning, and optimisation services. Samsung will act as Airtel’s network partner to deploy 5G services.

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Adani Power Q1 Results: Net profit jumps 16x YoY to Rs 4,780 crore

Adani Power Ltd reported a 16-fold YoY jump in consolidated net profit to Rs 4,780 crore for the quarter ended June (Q1 FY23). Its revenue from operations rose 115% YoY to Rs 15,509 crore during the same period. The company’s performance in Q1 was aided by a surge in power purchase agreement (PPA) tariffs due to higher import coal prices and greater alternate coal usage. EBITDA stood at Rs 7,506 crore, up 227% YoY.

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Tata Power Green commissions 225 MW hybrid power project in Rajasthan

Tata Power Green Energy Ltd (TPGEL) has commissioned a 225 megawatts (MW) hybrid power project in Rajasthan. The power generated from the project will be supplied to Tata Power-Mumbai Distribution under a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for 25 years. The plant will annually offset approximately 700 million kilograms of carbon dioxide.

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Adani Wilmar Q1 Results: Net profit rises 10% YoY to Rs 194 crore

Adani Wilmar Ltd reported a 10.2% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 193.59 crore for the quarter ended June (Q1 FY23). Its revenue from operations rose 30.2% YoY to Rs 14,731.62 crore during the same period. EBITDA stood at Rs 496 crore, up 14% YoY. Overall volumes grew 15% YoY to 1.19 million metric tonnes (MMT). The company’s edible oil business posted a 6% YoY growth in volumes, while its food & FMCG segment grew 53% YoY.

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Inox Wind secures order for 200 MW wind power project from NTPC

Inox Wind has secured an order to establish a 200 MW wind power project from NTPC Renewable Energy Ltd. The project will be executed in Kutch District, Gujarat, and is scheduled to be commissioned by January 2024. As part of the order, Inox Wind will supply and install Wind Turbine Generators with 113 meters rotor diameter and 92 meters hub height. The company will also provide comprehensive operation and maintenance (O&M) for the project.

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Vodafone Idea Q1 Results: Net loss at Rs 7,297 crore

Vodafone Idea Ltd (Vi) reported a consolidated net loss of Rs 7,296.7 crore for the quarter ended June (Q1 FY23). The telecom major had posted a net loss of Rs 7,319 crore in the corresponding quarter last year (Q1 FY22). Its revenue from operations rose 13.7% YoY to Rs 10,410 crore in Q1 FY23. The average revenue per user (ARPU) stood at Rs 128 in Q1 FY23, compared to Rs 104 in Q1 FY22.

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SpiceJet in talks with investors for stake sale: Report

As per a report from ET NOW, a Middle Eastern airline has expressed interest to pick up a 24% stake and a board seat in SpiceJet Ltd. Sources added that a big Indian business conglomerate has also approached promoter Ajay Singh to acquire a stake in the budget carrier. Ajay Singh holds around a 60% stake in SpiceJet. The cash-strapped airline urgently requires capital to keep flying.

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IndiGo Q1 Results: Net loss narrows to Rs 1,064 crore

InterGlobe Aviation Ltd (IndiGo) reported a net loss of Rs 1,064.3 crore for the quarter ended June (Q1 FY23). The airline had posted a net loss of Rs 1,681.80 crore in the corresponding quarter last year (Q1 FY22). Its revenue from operations jumped 327.5% YoY to Rs 12,855.3 crore in Q1 FY23. IndiGo’s passenger ticket revenues stood at Rs 11,466.9 crore, up 399% YoY.

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Uber sells 7.8% stake in Zomato for Rs 3,100 crore

Uber Technologies sold its entire 7.78% stake in Zomato Ltd in a bulk deal on the BSE today. The US-based company sold 61.22 crore shares of Zomato, which it had earned by selling Uber Eats in an all-stock deal in 2020, at Rs 50.44 per share. Meanwhile, Fidelity’s Emerging Market Fund bought 5.44 crore shares of Zomato in the bulk deal at an average price of Rs 50.26. ICICI Prudential Life Insurance bought 4.5 crore shares at Rs 50.25 per share.

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Inox Leisure Q1 Results: Net profit at Rs 57 crore

Inox Leisure Ltd reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 57.09 crore for the quarter ended June (Q1 FY23). The multiplex operator had posted a net loss of Rs 122.28 crore in the corresponding quarter last year (Q1 FY22). Its revenue from operations stood at Rs 582.26 crore in Q1 FY23, compared to Rs 22.31 crore in Q1 FY22 (when cine exhibition was impacted due to the second wave of the Covid-19 pandemic). The company added three new properties with 17 screens in Q1 FY23.

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India’s services PMI falls to 4-month low in July

India’s services sector lost momentum in July as demand was curtailed by competitive pressures, high inflation and unfavourable weather. The S&P Global India Services Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) stood at 55.5 in July, compared to 59.2 in June. Both output and sales increased at the weakest rates for four months.

[PMI is a month-on-month calculation, and a value above 50 represents an expansion when compared to the previous month.]

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Indian Oil Acquires 4.93% Stake in IGX – Top Indian Market News

Indian Oil Corp acquires 4.93% stake in IGX

Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) has acquired a 4.93% stake in Indian Gas Exchange (IGX). At face value, the acquisition will cost IOC Rs 3.7 crore. IGX is India’s first automated national-level gas exchange. It ensures transparent price discovery in natural gas and facilitates the growth of natural gas in India’s energy basket.

In other news, the Board of Directors of IOC has approved an investment of Rs 9,028 crore for laying a crude oil pipeline from Mundra in Gujarat to Panipat in Haryana. The pipeline will have a capacity to transport 17.5 million tonnes (MT) of imported crude oil per annum from the Gujarat port to IOC’s refinery in Haryana.

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NTPC plans to have 35 GW of renewable energy capacity by 2027

NTPC Ltd has announced plans to have total renewable energy (RE) capacity of 35 gigawatts (GW) by 2027. The company expects to generate 10 billion units of green energy by 2022-23. The state-owned power giant has 2,095.5 megawatts (MW) of RE capacity, including solar, wind, and hydro energy. Its RE generation in April-November 2021 stands at 4,089.64 million units.

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Piramal Pharma invests Rs 102 crore for minority stake in Yapan Bio

Piramal Pharma Ltd (PPL) has invested Rs 101.77 crore in Hyderabad-based Yapan Bio to augment the capabilities of its contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) business. PPL will hold a 27.78% stake in Yapan Bio. The investment will allow Piramal Pharma to strengthen its CDMO business by broadening its service offerings.

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Exide Industries to set up li-ion cell manufacturing plant

Exide Industries Ltd has announced plans to set up a greenfield multi-gigawatt lithium-ion cell manufacturing facility in India. The company also plans to apply for the Production-Linked Incentive Scheme for National Programme on Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) battery Storage, issued by the Ministry of Heavy Industries. This scheme will facilitate the reduction of import dependence of ACC batteries. It will also reduce the prices of batteries used in electric vehicles.

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Yes Bank board approves raising up to Rs 10,000 crore

The Board of Directors of Yes Bank has approved raising funds up to Rs 10,000 crore through various instruments. The funds would be raised via the issue of equity shares, depository receipts, convertible bonds, debentures, or warrants. The fundraising is subject to necessary approvals from shareholders and regulators.

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Inox Wind secures 150 MW wind project from NTPC Renewable Energy

Inox Wind Ltd has secured a 150 megawatt (MW) wind power project from NTPC Renewable Energy Ltd. The project will help NTPC achieve its target of having over 60 GW renewable energy capacity, constituting ~50% of the company’s overall power generation capacity by 2032. The project will be executed on a turnkey basis at Dayapar site in Kutch district, Gujarat. It is scheduled to be commissioned by April 2023.

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RBI appoints CSB Bank to undertake banking business of central, state governments

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has empanelled CSB Bank as an ‘agency bank’ to undertake the general banking business of central and state governments. CSB Bank is now authorised to enter into agreements with central and state government departments for handling tax collections, pension payments, collection of stamp duty, etc. It will also enable the bank to handle a broad range of transactions related to goods & services tax (GST), property tax, and value-added tax.

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Shilpa Medica launches chronic constipation drug

Shilpa Medicare Ltd has announced the launch of ‘Prucalshil’ (Prucalopride), a chronic constipation drug for adults. Prucalopride is used for symptomatic treatment of chronic constipation in adults at times when laxatives fail to provide adequate relief. The launch of Prucalshil will help Shilpa Medicare to build its gastro portfolio. Going forward, the pharma company aims to add more products to its gastro basket.

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SBI acquires minority stake in JSW Cement for Rs 100 crore

State Bank of India (SBI) has acquired a minority stake in JSW Cement Ltd at an investment of Rs 100 crore via compulsorily convertible preference shares (CCPS). The conversion of such CCPS into common equity will be linked to the company’s future business performance and valuation determined at the time of the proposed initial public offering. This capital infusion will support the JSW Cement’s capacity expansion from the current 14 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) to 25 MTPA

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Jio adds 17.6 lakh mobile users in October; Airtel, Vi lose subscribers: TRAI

Reliance Jio Infocomm gained 17.6 lakh mobile subscribers in October. Jio’s total subscriber base rose to 42.65 crore during the same month. Bharti Airtel lost 4.89 lakh users, taking its overall mobile user base to 35.39 crore at the end of October. Vodafone Idea (Vi) lost 9.64 lakh subscribers in October and its user base shrunk to 26.9 crore. The subscription data was released by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI).

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WPI Inflation Eases to 10.66% in September – Top Indian Market News

WPI inflation eases to 10.66% in September 2021 

Inflation based on the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) fell to 10.66% in September 2021 from 11.39% in August, as prices of primary articles, fuel & power, and food fell during the period. The benchmark inflation index has remained in double digits for the last six months. Food inflation decelerated to 1.14% in Sept from 3.43% during August. Fuel and power prices rose by 24.81% in September on a yearly basis compared to 26.09% in August.

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HCL Tech Q2 Results: Net profit rises 3.7% YoY to Rs 3,259 crore

HCL Technologies Ltd reported a 3.69% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 3,259 crore for the quarter ended Sept (Q2 FY22). Net profit rose 1.68% when compared to the previous quarter. Its revenue from operations rose 2.9% QoQ to Rs 20,655 crore during the same period. HCL Tech secured 14 large deals worth $2.3 billion during Q2. The IT company’s board has approved an interim dividend of Rs 10 per share.

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Passenger vehicle wholesales fall 41% in Sept: SIAM

According to the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), passenger vehicle (PV) wholesales in India decreased by 41% in September. Automobile manufacturers struggled to produce adequate units owing to the semiconductor shortage. The total PV production fell 37.5% YoY to 1.60 lakh units, while two-wheelers were down by 17% YoY to 15.28 lakh units.

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GTPL Hathway Q2 Results: Net profit falls 4.5% YoY to Rs 

GTPL Hathway Ltd reported a 4.51% YoY decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 43.08 crore for the quarter ended Sept (Q2 FY22). Net profit declined by 9.23% compared to the previous quarter. Its total income rose 3.51% YoY to Rs 605.23 crore during the same period. GTPL Hathway is engaged in cable TV and high-speed broadband service distribution. 

Lupin recalls all Irbesartan tablet batches in US due to impurity

Lupin Ltd has voluntarily recalled all batches of Irbesartan tablets and lrbesartan and Hydrochlorothiazide tablets in the US due to an impurity. As part of Lupin’s ongoing assessment, analysis revealed that certain tested API batches (but not finished product batches) were above the specification limit for the impurity N-nitrosolrbesartan (a substance that could cause cancer). lrbesartan tablet USP is used to treat hypertension and to tower blood pressure.

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Indiabulls Real Estate Q2 Results: Net profit jumps 107% YoY to Rs 5.53 crore

Indiabulls Real Estate Ltd reported a 107.27% YoY jump in consolidated net profit to Rs 5.53 crore for the quarter ended Sept (Q2 FY22). Net profit rose 16.23% compared to the previous quarter. Its total income increased by 651.9% YoY (but declined by 28.45% QoQ) to Rs 381.24 crore during the same period. Indiabulls Real Estate is one of the largest real estate companies in India, with a well-diversified presence in both commercial and residential real estate development.

DoT approves 31 proposals worth Rs 3,345 crore for telecom equipment PLI

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has approved 31 proposals, accumulating an investment of Rs 3,345 crore over four-and-a-half years under the production-linked incentive (PLI). The selected candidates will be eligible for incentives worth Rs 12,195 crore spread over the next five years. A total of 31 companies, comprising 16 micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), 15 non-MSMEs have been given approval.

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Inox Wind Q2 Results: Net loss at Rs 57.26 crore

Inox Wind Limited reported a consolidated net loss of Rs 57.26 crore for the quarter ended Sept (Q2 FY22). The company had posted a net loss of Rs 76 crore in Q2 FY21 and a loss of Rs 52.32 crore in the previous quarter (Q1 FY22). Its total income fell 5.16% YoY (or 1.93% QoQ) to Rs 167.51 crore during the same period. Noida-based Inox Wind is an integrated wind energy service provider.

Nykaa gets SEBI approval for IPO

According to reports, omnichannel beauty and consumer-care products retailer Nykaa has received clearance from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for an initial public offering. The company is likely to file an updated Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with SEBI today to increase the issue size from Rs 525 crore to Rs 630 crore. The IPO will also include an offer for sale (OFS) in which existing shareholders will sell up to 431.1 lakh shares.

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Cyient Q2 Results: Net profit rises 44% YoY to Rs 121 crore

Cyient Limited reported a 44.6% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 121.3 crore for the quarter ended Sept (Q2 FY22). Net profit rose 5.48% compared to the previous quarter. Its revenue from operations rose 10.8% YoY to Rs 1,111.6 crore during the same period. The company’s order intake grew 23% year-on-year. The digital engineering and technology firm’s board has declared an interim dividend of Rs 10 per share.

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Reliance Jio Launches ‘JioBusiness’ to Digitally Transform MSMEs – Top Indian Market News

Reliance Jio launches ‘JioBusiness’ to digitally transform MSMEs

Reliance Jio has launched an integrated technology solution- JioBusiness to transform around 5 crore micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in India. The company will provide enterprise-grade fiber connectivity that offers voice and data services. It will also provide digital solutions that help enterprises manage and grow their businesses. JioBusiness will offer devices to enable leading digital solutions for MSMEs. 

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Vehicle registrations fell 13.43% YoY in February: FADA

As per data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), overall vehicle registrations declined by 13.43% year-on-year (YoY) to around 14.99 lakh in February 2021. The figure stood at over 17.31 lakh units in the corresponding period last year (Feb 2020). However, the data shows that registration of passenger vehicles grew by 10.59% YoY to 2.54 lakh units last month. 

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Puravankara to invest Rs 450 crore to develop residential project in Mumbai

Puravankara Limited will invest Rs 450 crore to develop a mixed-use residential project in Chembur, Mumbai. The project, named ‘Purva Clermont’, will come under the developer’s luxury portfolio World Home Collection. The project will be built on a 2.25-acre land parcel and will have five towers— four residential buildings with 233 units and one commercial office building. Construction of the project will begin in 3 months and is expected to be completed by 2025.

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L&T delivers 700 MW steam generator ahead of schedule

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has despatched the first out of four 700 MWe (megawatt electrical) steam generators for the Gorakhpur Haryana Anu Vidyut Pariyojana (GHAVP) ahead of schedule. With this, the company has created a new global benchmark in the nuclear manufacturing industry. The hi-tech equipment was manufactured at L&T’s manufacturing facilities at Hazira and Vadodara Heavy Engineering Works (VHEW).

[GHAVP is a proposed 2,800 MW nuclear power plant that is being built on a 560-hectare area near Gorakhpur village in Haryana]

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JMC Projects signs agreement with FDC to construct 2,000 social housing units in Maldives

JMC Projects (India) Limited has signed an agreement with Fahi Dhiriulhun Corporation Ltd (FDC) for the design, finance, and construction of 2,000 social housing units in Hulhumale Island of Maldives. FDC is a state-owned company of the Government of Maldives. The total value for the project is estimated to be around $137 million (~Rs 1,000 crore). Mumbai-based JMC Projects is a leading construction company. It is also a subsidiary of Kalpataru Power Transmission Limited. 

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Inox Wind signs pact for 92 MW-projects with Integrum Energy

Inox Wind Limited has signed an agreement with Integrum Energy Infrastructure to supply, erect, and commission 92 megawatts (MW) of wind power projects. The projects comprise 2 MW turbines with a combination of total turnkey and limited scope supply services. The company will supply and commission wind turbines at Gujarat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu by the third quarter of the next financial year (FY 2021-22). 

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Aurionpro Solutions enters into partnership with UK-based Future-Tech

Aurionpro Solutions Ltd has entered into a strategic partnership with UK-based Future-Tech for data center design and consultancy projects in India & South Asia. In recent years, the company has ventured into data centre building, consulting, and hybrid cloud services. Aurionpro will provide consultancy and assistance for rolling out 100 MW data centres for one of its customers within the next few years. Mumbai-based Aurionpro Solutions is an IT services company. It is also engaged in the sale of equipment and software licenses.

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Easy Trip Planners IPO subscribed 7.20 times on second day of bidding

The Rs 510-crore initial public offering (IPO) of Easy Trip Planners was subscribed 7.20 times on the second day of bidding. The issue received bids for 10.85 crore equity shares against an offer size of 1.5 crore shares. The portion reserved for retail investors was subscribed 32.71 times. The portion set aside for non-institutional investors (NIIs) saw a subscription of 4.05 times and that of qualified institutional buyers (QIBs) 28%.

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Praj Industries secures order from HPCL for setting up biogas plant

Praj Industries has received an order from Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd (HPCL) for setting up a compressed biogas (CBG) plant at Badaun, Uttar Pradesh. The company will offer its RenGas technology to produce CBG from rice straw. The project will have the capacity to process 35,000 metric tonnes (MT) of rice straw as feedstock to generate 5,250 MT of CBG annually. Praj Industries stated that this project will be completed and commissioned within 12 months.

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Indoco Remedies launches Brinzolamide Ophthalmic Suspension in the US

Indoco Remedies Limited has announced the launch of Brinzolamide Ophthalmic Suspension in the United States. The product is developed and manufactured by Indoco Remedies for TEVA Pharmaceuticals at its facility in Goa. It is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to ocular hypertension and open-angle glaucoma. As per IQVIA data, the US market size of this product stood at $184 million (~Rs 1,343 crore) as of December 2020.

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Jubilant Foodworks completes acquisition of 100% stake in Fides Food

Jubilant Foodworks announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Jubilant Foodworks Netherlands B.V., has successfully completed the acquisition of 100% stake of Fides Food Systems Coöperatief U.A. Fides Food is the beneficial owner of 32.81% equity shares in DP Eurasia, which is the master franchisee of Domino’s Pizza in four countries— Turkey, Azerbaijan, Russia, and Georgia. The total value of the acquisiton was nearly Rs 252 crore.