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RIL Raises $4 billion in India’s Largest Forex Bond Deal – Top Indian Market News

RIL raises $4 billion in India’s largest forex bond deal

Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) has raised $4 billion (~Rs 29,780 crore) in US dollar bonds, marking India’s largest-ever foreign currency bond deal. RIL raised $1.5 billion in a 10-year tranche, $1.75 billion in a 30-year, and $750 million in a 40-year deal. The company plans to use the proceeds from the issue to refinance its existing borrowings. The issue was oversubscribed nearly three times, with a peak order book aggregating $11.5 billion.

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L&T Construction secures large contracts under water and effluent treatment segment

The Water & Effluent Treatment Business of Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Construction has secured large orders (in the range of Rs 2,500-5,000 crore). The Department of Water Supply and Sanitation, Punjab, has awarded two EPC orders for the bulk supply of treated water to 10 lakh people across 412 villages in Fazilka and Ferozepur districts. The Odisha government has given a repeat EPC order to execute the Under Ground Pipeline Irrigation System for the Rengali Right Irrigation Project (Phase-I).

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Reliance Retail acquires 25.8% stake in Dunzo for $200 million

Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL) has invested $200 million (~Rs 1,488 crore) in Bengaluru-based Dunzo as it looks to get a foothold in the country’s rapidly growing market of quick delivery. RRVL will hold a 25.8% stake in Dunzo on a fully diluted basis. Dunzo will enable hyperlocal logistics for the retail stores operated by RRVL to boost its omnichannel capabilities.

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ADF Foods gets approval under PLI scheme for food processing industries

ADF Foods Industries Ltd has received approval from the Central Government under Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for food processing industries– incentive for branding and marketing expenditure abroad. The company would be an extended financial incentive at 50% of budgeted outlay on international branding and marketing expenditure or 3% of sales of food products (whichever is lower), subject to a maximum incentive of Rs 61.35 crore from FY22 to FY26.

Wockhardt board approves plan to raise Rs 1,000 crore via rights issue

The Board of Directors of Wockhardt Ltd has approved a proposal to raise up to Rs 1,000 crore through a rights issue. The objective of the issue is to meet the company’s financing needs for repayment of subordinated debt due, financing research & development initiatives, and general corporate purposes.

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IRB Infra’s subsidiary executes concession pact for Rs 6,555 crore project in UP

Meerut Budaun Expressway Pvt Ltd (MBEPL) has executed a concession pact with Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA) for the Rs 6,555 crore Ganga Expressway project. The total length of the project is 129.7 km. MBEPL is a wholly-owned subsidiary of IRB Infrastructure Developers Ltd.

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Alembic Pharma gets USFDA approval for generic drug to treat Parkinson’s disease

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd has received final approval from the US Food & Drug Administration (USFDA) for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Entacapone tablets. The drug is indicated to treat end-of-dose “wearing-off” in patients with Parkinson’s disease. According to IQVIA data, the tablets had a market size of $10.5 million (~Rs 78.2 crore) for the twelve months ended September 2021.

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HDFC Life completes acquisition of Exide Life; to start merger soon

HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd announced the closure of the acquisition of Exide Life. The company acquired a 100% stake in Exide Life from Exide Industries Ltd after issuing over 8.7 crore shares at Rs 685 per share and a cash payout of Rs 726 crore, aggregating to Rs 6,687 crore. HDFC Life will soon initiate the merger of Exide Life with itself. Exide Industries now holds a 4.1% stake in HDFC Life.

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SJVN power stations register 1,480 MU of electricity generation in October-December

SJVN Ltd’s power stations have clocked the highest ever 1,480 million units (MU) of electricity generation in the October-December quarter of 2021-22 (Q3 FY22). The state-run company has surpassed the previous record of 1,343 MU in the corresponding period of FY20, from all its power stations. SJVN is aiming to achieve an installed capacity of 5,000 megawatts (MW) by 2023.

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Services PMI Falls to 3 Month Low in December – Top Indian Market News

Services PMI falls to 3 month low in December

India’s services sector activity fell to a three-month low in December but remained in the expansion zone. The IHS Markit India Services Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) stood at 55.5 in December 2021, compared to 58.1 in November. PMI is a month-on-month calculation, and a value above 50 represents an expansion when compared to the previous month. The increase in new orders was centered on the domestic market, while new business from abroad fell further due to Covid-related restrictions.

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Adani Transmission to transfer certain assets, liabilities to new unit

Adani Transmission Ltd (ATL) intends to transfer certain of the company’s assets and liabilities to a newly incorporated subsidiary— Adani Transmission Step-One Ltd. The assets and liabilities include ATL’s shares in Adani Transmission India Ltd (ATIL) and Maharashtra Eastern Grid Power Transmission Ltd (MEGPTCL). It also includes inter-corporate debt provided by the company to ATIL and MEGPTCL.

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Coal India’s April-December capex rises 37% YoY to Rs 10,717 crore

Coal India Ltd (CIL) incurred a capital expenditure (capex) of Rs 10,717 crore till December of the current financial year, registering a 37.4% year-on-year (YoY) growth. CIL’s capex spend during the period marks 86.3% of the target achievement. Construction of coal handling plants, silos with Rs 1,344 crore, and rail sidings and rail corridors at Rs 1,785 crore made up 29% of CIL’s entire capex during the period.

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L&T Heavy Engineering secures significant orders in Q3

Larsen & Toubro’s Heavy Engineering arm has secured significant contracts for its various business segments in the third quarter (Q3 FY22). The modification, revamp, and upgrade (MRU) business of the company has received a contract from a key hydrocarbon sector customer in the Middle East. The MRU business has also won a project for RFCC (residue fluid catalytic cracking) revamp as part of the expansion of the Barauni Refinery (BR-9) by Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.

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HFCL partners with Apercomm to power its network offerings with AI

HFCL Ltd will integrate artificial intelligence (AI) into its entire IO products portfolio in partnership with Apercomm, an AI-powered Wi-Fi analytics tech provider. The telecom company’s wireless solutions will be able to monitor customer experience in real-time and calibrate Wi-Fi network through its cloud management platform. HFCL plans to offer this AI solution to its existing customers for over 100,000 existing deployments. 

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Nelco secures contract worth Rs 40 crore from ONGC

Nelco Ltd has secured a contract from Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) to provide satellite communications at offshore sites. The contract is worth Rs 40 crore. The scope of the project includes the supply, commission, and maintenance of ONGC’s captive very small aperture terminal (VSAT)-based network. This network will be used to enhance the communication infrastructure of ONGC’s Western India offshore sites. 

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ABB India launches flameproof low voltage motors for explosive atmospheres

ABB India Ltd, an engineering services company, has unveiled a new range of flameproof (FLP) motors. The motors are a safe choice for applications in potentially explosive environments. The FLP motors offer considerable benefits, including low vibration levels with increased reliability for an extended lifetime and reduced maintenance requirements. The product will be manufactured at ABB India’s facility in Faridabad, Haryana.

Arbitration between Amazon, Future put on hold by Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court halted Future Group’s ongoing arbitration with Amazon.com, Inc. in light of an Indian antitrust agency’s suspension of a 2019 deal between the two sides. The e-commerce giant successfully used the terms of its 2019 investment in a Future unit to block the Indian retailer’s attempt to sell retail assets to rival Reliance Industries Ltd, alleging breach of certain contracts.

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JSL supplies 2,000 tonne stainless steel for Kanpur Metro Project

Jindal Stainless Ltd (JSL) has supplied 2,000-tonne steel for the Kanpur Metro Project, which was inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi last week. The company provided high-quality stainless steel in various tempers (strength levels) to rolling stock manufacturer Alstom. The first train set was handed over to Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) by Alstom on September 18, 2021. The scope of the metro project included the design and development of 201 coaches.

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Cabinet Clears Rs 76,000 crore Incentive Scheme for Semiconductors – Top Indian Market News

Cabinet clears Rs 76,000 crore incentive scheme for semiconductors

The Union Cabinet has approved a Rs 76,000 crore incentive scheme for semiconductor production. Under this scheme, India will set up more than 20 semiconductor design, components manufacturing, and display fabrication (fab) units over the next six years. The scheme has been named the “Programme for Development of Semiconductors and Display Manufacturing Ecosystem.” This policy will help deepen India’s manufacturing base.

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SBI to offload 6% stake in mutual fund arm via IPO route

The executive committee of State Bank of India’s central board has given its approval to sell a 6% stake in SBI Mutual Fund (MF) through the fund house’s upcoming IPO. SBI MF manages assets worth Rs 5.78 lakh. SBI currently holds a 62.6% stake in the fund house, while France-based Amundi holds a 36.8% stake.

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L&T’s construction arm secures large order from UP State Water & Sanitation Mission

Larsen & Toubro’s (L&T) water and effluent treatment business has secured a large order (in the range of Rs 2,500-5,000 crore) from the Uttar Pradesh govt to implement rural water supply projects. The company will implement water supply projects at 1,900 villages in the Prayagraj revenue division. The scope of the order comprises the construction of tube wells, pump houses cum chlorination rooms, overhead tanks, and treatment systems. 

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Burger King plans to raise Rs 1,500 crore via securities 

Burger King India Ltd plans to raise up to Rs 1,500 crore through the issuance of securities. The company’s board has approved the increase of its authorised share capital from Rs 550 to Rs 600 crore. It has also approved the changing of the company’s name from Burger King India Ltd to Restaurant Brands Asia Ltd.

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BSE signs MoU with GJC on commodities, EGR market

BSE Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gem & Jewellery Council (GJC) to provide a boost for the growth and development of commodities and the proposed Electronic Gold Receipts (EGR) market in India. The MoU will help standardise EGRs for Indian markets and enhance transparency in pricing. Both entities will also explore potential business and facilitate growth by sharing knowledge and expertise to promote the launch of the India International Bullion Exchange at GIFT City IFSC.

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Ashoka Buildcon secures LoA for construction project

Ashoka Buildcon Ltd has received a Letter of Award (LoA) from the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways for a construction project in Goa. The project consists of the construction of a six-lane link road (NH-166S) with paved shoulder configuration to Mopa Airport in Goa. The accepted quoted offer of the project is Rs 769.41 crore.

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Advanced Enzyme signs exclusive distribution agreement with Azelis

Advanced Enzyme Technologies Ltd (AETL) has entered into a mutually exclusive distribution agreement with Azelis Singapore. The agreement is for the distribution of food enzymes and probiotics for the food & dietary supplement industry in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand & Vietnam.  

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Tata Motors partners with Bandhan Bank to offer financing options for passenger vehicles

Tata Motors Ltd has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bandhan Bank to offer financing options to all its passenger vehicle customers. As part of the partnership, Bandhan Bank will provide loans to Tata Motors’ customers at an interest rate starting from 7.50%. This scheme will offer a maximum of 90% financing on the total on-road cost of the vehicle.

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Vodafone Idea pays to debenture holders on time

Debt-ridden telecom operator Vodafone Idea Ltd (Vi) has paid holders of non-convertible debentures (NCDs) that matured early this week. Vi made the payment on December 13 (the date of maturity of the bonds) and averted any financial default. The company’s total gross debt (excluding lease liabilities) stood at Rs 1,94,780 crore as of September 30, 2021.

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Nykaa launches AI-powered virtual try-on tech ‘ModiFace’ for beauty shoppers

Nykaa has launched L’Oreal’s advanced, artificial intelligence (Al)-powered virtual try-on technology ModiFace. The new technology will help create an enhanced beauty experience for makeup enthusiasts while buying beauty products online. It will allow photo-realistic results and AI-enabled shade calibration.

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TVS Motor partners with BMW Motorrad for EV production 

TVS Motor Company Ltd has announced plans to develop electric vehicles (EV) with BMW’s motorcycle brand (Motorrad) in India. TVS and BMW Motorrad had signed a long-term agreement in 2013 to make motorcycles. They are now expanding on this deal to develop exclusive products that will be sold globally. The first product from this partnership will be showcased in the next 24 months 

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Wholesale Inflation Rises to 14.23% in November – Top Indian Market News

Wholesale inflation rises to 14.23% in November

Wholesale price inflation (WPI) surged to a 12-year high of 14.23% in November, compared to 12.54% in October. The WPI inflation has been in double digits for the past 8 months. The high rate of inflation is primarily due to the rise in prices of mineral oils, basic metals, crude petroleum, natural gas, chemicals products, and food. Inflation in the fuel and power basket was higher at 39.81% in November, as against 37.18% in October.

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ABFRL to buy exclusive rights to sell, distribute Reebok in India

Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail Ltd (ABFRL) has signed a long-term licensing agreement with US-based Authentic Brands Group to distribute and sell Reebok products in India and other Southeast Asian countries. The deal signals ABFRL’s entry into India’s sports and activewear segment. The company will sell Reebok products through wholesale and e-commerce.

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Nykaa to invest Rs 100 crore over 2-3 years to expand retail footprint

Nykaa has set aside almost Rs 100 crore of capital expenditure over 2-3 years, said Group CFO Arvind Agarwal. The company plans to expand its retail footprint as it believes in an omnichannel strategy. He further stated that Nykaa’s ambition is to be in the top 100 cities in the country, which would mean 250-300 stores within the next 3 years. They are also investing in fulfillment centres, including large mechanised and tech-driven warehouses.

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Adani Green signs pact with SECI to supply 4,667 MW solar project

Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) has signed an agreement with the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) to supply 4,667 megawatts (MW) of green power. This is the world’s largest-ever green power purchase agreement (PPA). AGEL has a total portfolio of 20.3 gigawatts (GW), including operational and under-construction projects. The Adani Group has committed to a $50-70 billion investment in the renewables space.

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Glenmark’s subsidiary enters pact with Almirall for novel drug to treat autoimmune diseases

Ichnos Sciences, a subsidiary of Glenmark Pharmaceuticals, has entered into an exclusive agreement with Spain-based Almirall to out-license its novel monoclonal antibody therapy ISB 880. The drug is used in the treatment of autoimmune diseases. As per the agreement, Ichnos will receive an upfront payment of €20.8 million (~Rs 178.5 crore). It will also obtain additional development & commercial milestone payments and royalties based upon future global sales.

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L&T Infotech opens new delivery center in Hyderabad

Larsen & Toubro Infotech (LTI) has expanded its operations in Hyderabad by setting up a new facility in the city. The 1.1 lakh sq. ft. state-of-the-art delivery center is designed and equipped to house over 3,000 employees. The centre will focus on delivering digital, data, and cloud solutions to global clients.

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Lupin receives EIR from USFDA for its manufacturing site in Goa

Lupin Ltd has received an establishment inspection report (EIR) from the US Food & Drug Administration (USFDA) for its Goa manufacturing facility. This indicates that the pharma company is probably closer to resolving the drug regulator’s warning letter. EIR means the closure of inspection. USFDA inspected the facility in September 2021 and issued 7 observations, which were mostly related to the investigation of out-of-specification (OOS) drug productions. 

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Orion Corp selects Infosys to transform ERP, planning platforms

Finland-based pharma company Orion Corporation has selected Infosys Ltd to transform its enterprise resource planning (ERP) and planning platforms. The IT major will also enhance Orion’s employee experience and drive business value realisation. Infosys will adopt standardised best SAP practices to enable end-to-end visibility across Orion’s operations and reduce business costs.

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Natco Pharma proposes to acquire Dash Pharmaceuticals

Natco Pharma Ltd has announced plans to acquire Dash Pharmaceuticals LLC, subject to the satisfactory completion of due diligence and execution of definitive agreements. US-based Dash Pharma is a front-end pharmaceutical sales, marketing, and distribution entity. This acquisition provides Natco with a front-end to engage with its customers directly in the US, which is the largest pharmaceutical market in the world.

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Bharti Airtel partners with Capgemini to bring 5G-based solutions for Indian enterprises

Bharti Airtel has partnered with French IT company Capgemini to bring 5G-based enterprise-grade solutions to the Indian market. Under this partnership, both firms will bring together their experience in 5G solutions and system integration capabilities to develop a range of India-focused use cases. Two 5G use cases (smart health and remote assistance) have already been deployed by Capgemini at Bharti Airtel’s 5G lab.

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L&T Construction secures order for buildings, factory business

Larsen & Toubro’s construction arm has received a large order for its buildings and factories business from the Odisha government to construct clinical blocks and allied infrastructure for a hospital in Cuttack. The duration of the engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) project is 30 months. The project involves the construction of four clinical blocks comprising composite structural systems and other ancillary buildings.

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Hero MotoCorp Expands Operations in Argentina – Top Indian Market News

Hero MotoCorp expands operations in Argentina

Hero MotoCorp Ltd has announced the expansion of its operations in Argentina, with the opening of a flagship dealership in Buenos Aires in partnership with Gilera Motors Argentina (GMA). GMA will make investments to rapidly expand all business operations for Hero MotoCorp’s products. This move is expected to generate nearly 500 new jobs in the region.

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DoT returns bank guarantees worth Rs 6,500 crore to Airtel, Vodafone Idea

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has returned a cumulative amount of ~Rs 6,500 crore of bank guarantees (BGs) to Bharti Airtel and Vodafone Idea over the last few days. In the latest telecom relief package, the government cut BG requirements against statutory dues such as licensee fees by 80%. The BGs that are being returned were against license fees and spectrum usage charges.

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L&T signs pact with Kemroc for distribution of cutting-edge products in India

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has entered into a pact with Germany-based Kemroc to distribute its cutting-edge products in India. Kemroc is a global manufacturer of attachments for excavators and backhoe loaders. The agreement covers Kemroc-developed special attachments, including its patented EK series of chain cutters. This strategic partnership will enable L&T to expand its product offerings and provide comprehensive solutions to customers in the construction industry in India.

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Angel One’s client base jumps 146% YoY to 7.32 million in November

Angel One Ltd reported a 146% year-on-year (YoY) jump in client base to 7.32 million in November 2021. Its client base grew 5.6% compared to the previous month. Gross client acquisition stood at 0.45 million in November 2021, rising 3.5% from October 2021 and 193% from November 2020. The company’s retail turnover market share in the overall equity segment rose to 21% during the same month.

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Ashoka Buildcon emerges lowest bidder for Road Ministry project

Ashoka Buildcon Ltd has emerged as the lowest (L-1) bidder for a tender floated by the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways. The project consists of the construction of a six-lane link road (NH-1665) with a paved shoulder configuration to Mopa Airport in Goa. The quoted bid price of the project is Rs 76,941 crore.

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SPARC signs pact with Biomodifying for licensing of novel drug targets against cancer

Sun Pharma Advanced Research Company (SPARC) has entered into an agreement with US-based Biomodifying LLC. The partnership seeks to exclusively license Biomodifying’s intellectual property (IP), including all patents and patent applications. It also includes antibodies developed for multiple uses including cancer. Under the agreement, Biomodifying is eligible for an up-front payment, milestone payments on pre-specified clinical, regulatory, and commercial milestones, as well as royalties on sales.

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Digital First revolution to make India more inclusively prosperous: Mukesh Ambani

Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL) Chairman Mukesh Ambani said the rapid shift towards the adoption of digital technologies, and very soon a ‘digital first’ world, would result in a more equal world. Ambani said he was proud of the fact that Jio had taken the lead in ensuring that people had access to affordable high-speed data connectivity, a prerequisite for the digital revolution. He is also bullish on blockchain technology, stating that it will redefine the financial world. Mukesh Ambani was speaking at the Infinity Forum, hosted by International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA).

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also called for a “fintech revolution” to achieve financial empowerment of every single citizen.

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Govt plans to bring uniform base price for city gas distribution: Report

As per a report from CNBC-TV18, the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas has prepared a mechanism for uniform base price for gas. The uniform base price formula will be based on Regassified Liquified Natural Gas (RLNG), Compressed Biogas, and domestically produced gas. This move will help increase the availability of gas from different sources and meet the gas requirements of city gas distributors (CGDs). 

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Morepen Labs gets USFDA approval to export Allegra

Morepen Laboratories Ltd has received approval from the US Food & Drug Administration (USFDA) to export Fexofenadine (Allegra) to the US market. Fexofenadine is the most widely used, second-generation antihistamine drug used for the treatment of allergy symptoms and hay fever. Morepen Labs is the third-largest exporter of the drug in the world and is likely to move up in the ranks after this approval.

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L&T, ReNew Tie Up For Green Hydrogen Projects – Top Indian Market News

L&T partners with ReNew for green hydrogen projects in India

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) and ReNew Power have signed an agreement to tap the $2 billion green hydrogen business opportunities in India and neighboring countries. Under this agreement, L&T and ReNew will jointly develop, own, execute and operate green hydrogen projects. The partnership will allow both companies to pool their knowledge, expertise, and resources to take maximum advantage of the transition to cleaner fuel amidst climate change concerns. 

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Maruti Suzuki to hike prices in January

Maruti Suzuki India Ltd (MSIL) has announced plans to hike vehicle prices in January 2022 due to the increase in various input costs. The company said that the price hike will vary for different models. MSIL had increased the prices of its models in March, July, and September this year.

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Sundaram Clayton accelerates transformation journey with Altizon’s Datonis Digital Factory

Altizon Inc. is working with Sundaram Clayton Ltd (SCL) to scale up the deployment of its industry-leading Datonis Digital Factory in casting and machining cells across all SCL plants in India and North America. US-based Altizon’s Datonis Digital Factory is a cloud-based smart manufacturing platform that enables SCL to connect data from their physical assets, spread across multiple locations and enterprise systems onto a single platform. 

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ABB India completes sale of Dodge Business for Rs 45 crore

ABB India Ltd has completed the sale of its mechanical power transmission division (Dodge Business) to Dodge Industrial India Pvt Ltd (DIIPL). The consideration received for the sale is Rs 44.58 crore. DIIPL is an affiliate of RBC Bearings Incorporated, an international manufacturer and marketer of highly engineered precision bearings and products.

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Cadila’s Covid vaccine to be introduced in 7 states first

The Indian government will initially introduce Cadila Healthcare Ltd’s Covid-19 vaccine ZyCoV-D in seven states, including Maharashtra and West Bengal. The pharma company will supply one crore doses of ZyCoV-D to the Centre by December. ZyCoV-D has been developed indigenously by Cadila Healthcare. It is also the first Covid-19 vaccine that is needle-free and administered using PharmaJet, a needle-free applicator to ensure painless intradermal vaccine delivery.

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Shriram City Union Finance disburses highest ever loans worth Rs 1,022 crore in November

Shriram City Union Finance disbursed the highest ever loans worth Rs 1,022 crore for 1.6 lakh two-wheelers in November. This is the second consecutive November that the non-banking financing company (NBFC) has crossed the Rs 1,000 crore disbursement mark. The company primarily caters to salaried and non-salaried buyers inclined towards entry-segment two-wheelers, having the highest demand across categories.

Skipper secures orders worth Rs 300 crore

Skipper Limited has secured an order worth Rs 115 crore for transmission towers from Power Grid Corporation of India (PGCIL). The company’s engineering business has received export orders for transmission towers worth Rs 185 crore for several T&D projects across Latin America, the Middle East, West Asia, and South Asia markets. It has also secured export orders for telecom towers from Latin America and Africa. Skipper Ltd is an Indian transmission and distribution structures manufacturing company.

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Bharat Dynamics secures order worth Rs 471 crore from Indian Army

Bharat Dynamics Ltd (BDL) has signed a contract with the Indian Army worth Rs 471.41 crore for the refurbishment of IGLA – 1M missiles. The refurbishment will increase the life of the missiles by 10 years. BDL will also deal with the manufacturing and supply of guided missiles, underwater weapon systems, airborne weapon systems, ground support equipment, and product life cycle support.  

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Mahindra Finance reports 17% YoY rise in disbursements in Nov

Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services Ltd reported a 17% year-on-year (YoY) increase in loan disbursements to Rs 2,500 crore. The collection efficiency improved further to 94% in November 2021, compared to 84% in Nov 2020 and 91% in October 2021. The company expects this positive trend to continue in December. 

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India to launch $10 billion incentive package to attract chip makers: Report

According to a report from Bloomberg, India is finalizing an incentive package of $10.2 billion (~Rs 76,400 crore) to attract companies to start manufacturing semiconductors in the country. The government will offer incentives over six years for domestic production of semiconductor fabs, display fabs, design, and packaging to cut down dependence on imports. The report further states that the Union Cabinet is expected to take up the proposal for approval soon.

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Centre to Buy 1 Crore Shots of Zydus Cadila’s Covid-19 Vaccine – Top Indian Market News

Centre to buy 1 crore shots of Zydus Cadila’s Covid-19 vaccine

The Central government has placed a purchase order of 1 crore doses of Zydus Cadila’s three-dose Covid vaccine ZyCoV-D at Rs 265 per dose. The needle-free vaccine will cost Rs 93 per dose (excluding GST). The complete dose of the vaccine will cost Rs 1,128. ZyCoV-D was approved by India’s drug regulator in August 2021 for emergency use in adults and children aged 12 years and above.

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Britannia Industries Q2 Results: Net profit falls 23% YoY to Rs 384 crore

Britannia Industries Ltd reported a 23% YoY decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 384.22 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Its revenue from operations rose 5.5% YoY to Rs 3,607.4 crore during the same period. The FMCG company’s raw material cost stood at Rs 1,914.7 crore in Q2, an increase of 8% YoY. Britannia said it is witnessing unprecedented inflation in market prices of key ingredients such as palm oil, industrial fuel, and packaging material.

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JBM Auto secures order for 200 low-floor electric buses from Delhi govt

JBM Auto Limited has received an order for 200 electric buses from Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC). The order has been placed under the central government’s FAME II electric vehicle policy. The company will supply, operate and maintain 200 air-conditioned fully built low-floor electric buses of 12-meter length. Gurgaon-based JBM Auto is a leading manufacturer of key auto systems, electric vehicles, and buses.

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Sobha Q2 Results: Net profit jumps 198% YoY to Rs 48 crore

Sobha Ltd reported a 198% YoY jump in consolidated net profit to Rs 48.3 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Net profit jumped 347% compared to the previous quarter. Its total income rose 52% YoY to Rs 832.3 crore during the same period. The realty firm’s board has approved the issue of unlisted, secured, non-convertible debentures (NCDs) worth up to Rs 140 crore on a private placement basis.

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L&T’s construction arm secures orders worth up to Rs 2,500 crore

Larsen & Toubro’s (L&T) construction arm has secured significant orders (in the range of Rs 1,000-2,500 crore) from the metal industry and Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO). The order from DRDO consists of constructing a flight control system facility at Aeronautical Development Establishment, Bengaluru. L&T has also received an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) order for a 12 million ton per annum (MTPA) dry circuit system for a screening plant (SP-III) from NMDC Limited in Chhattisgarh.

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Shyam Metalics Q2 Results: Net profit jumps 159% YoY to Rs 414 crore

Shyam Metalics & Energy Ltd (SMEL) reported a 159.22% YoY jump in consolidated net profit to Rs 414.18 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Net profit fell 9% compared to the previous quarter. Its revenue from operations rose 87% YoY to Rs 2,494.34 crore during the same period. EBITDA stood at Rs 689 crore in Q2, an increase of 96% YoY. SMEL is a leading integrated metal producing company in India.

Exchanges to launch T+1 settlement cycle from Feb 25

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) and other Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs) are bracing to launch T+1 trading settlement cycle from February 25, 2022. All listed stocks across stock exchanges (BSE, NSE & MSEI) will be ranked in descending order based on daily market capitalization averaged for the month of October 2021.

Currently, if an investor buys or sells a stock on Monday, they receive the money or shares on Wednesday (T+2 working days). With T+1 settlement, the transfer will be completed on Tuesday itself. You can learn more about T+1 settlement cycle here.

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Balrampur Chini Mills Q2 Results: Net profit rises 6% YoY to Rs 83 crore

Balrampur Chini Mills Ltd reported a 6.1% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 83.1 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Its revenue from operations fell 5.9% YoY to Rs 1,213.8 crore during the same period. EBITDA stood at Rs 134.8 crore in Q2, an increase of 5.6% YoY.

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DCM Shriram to invest over Rs 350 crore on expansion of sugar business

DCM Shriram Ltd has announced an investment of over Rs 350 crore to expand the capacity of its sugar mills. The company approved three investment proposals for its sugar business to capitalise on the increase in sugarcane availability in its catchment area. These investments will help enhance production capacity for refined sugar production and build flexibility of feedstock for its distilleries.

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Paytm IPO subscribed 18% on first day of bidding

The Rs 18,300 crore initial public offering (IPO) of One97 Communications Ltd (Paytm) was subscribed 18% on the first day of bidding. The IPO has received bids for 88.23 lakh equity shares against the issue size of 4.83 crore shares. Retail investors have subscribed 78% against their reserved portion. Non Institutional investors (NIIs) and Qualified Institutional Buyers (QIBs) have subscribed 2% and 6%, respectively, against their reserved portions. 

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Tata Power Reports 51% YoY Rise in Net Profit in Q2 – Top Indian Market News

Tata Power Q2 Results: Net profit rises 51% YoY to Rs 421 crore

Tata Power reported a 51% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 421.5 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Net profit increased by 8% compared to the previous quarter. Its revenue from operations rose 18% YoY to Rs 9,810.2 crore during the same period. Revenue from its transmission & distribution segment grew 48% YoY to Rs 6,787.4 crore. However, the revenue from its power generation segment fell 36% YoY to Rs 2,216.9 crore in Q2.

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L&T’s construction arm secures large order from CPWD

The construction arm of Larsen and Toubro (L&T) has secured a large order (in the range of Rs 2,500-5,000 crore) for its buildings and factories business from the Central Public Works Department (CPWD). The order includes the construction of Common Central Secretariat Integrated Buildings 1, 2, and 3 in Plot 137 in New Delhi, with a built-up area of approximately 48.11 lakh sq. ft. The project is scheduled to be completed in two years.

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Bajaj Finserv Q2 Results: Net profit rises 14% YoY to Rs 1,122 crore

Bajaj Finserv Ltd reported a 13.7% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 1,122.1 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Net profit increased by 34.75% compared to the previous quarter. Its revenue from operations rose 19.7% YoY to Rs 18,008.2 crore during the same period. Recovery gathered momentum in Q2 on the back of reopening of the economy in most states, rapid vaccinations, and continued policy support. Bajaj Finserv is the holding company for the various financial services businesses of the Bajaj Group.

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Marico Q2 Results: Net profit rises 17% YoY to Rs 309 crore

Marico Limited reported a 17.05% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 309 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Net profit fell 13.2% compared to the previous quarter. Its revenue from operations rose 21.6% YoY to Rs 2,419 crore during the same period. The FMCG company’s EBITDA stood at Rs 423 crore in Q2, a growth of 34.4% YoY. 

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SC bars Bharti Airtel from seeking Rs 923 crore GST refund

The Supreme Court (SC) has disallowed Bharti Airtel from seeking a Goods and Services Tax (GST) refund of Rs 923 crore. The apex court upheld the Centre’s appeal and dismissed a Delhi High Court order that allowed Bharti Airtel to claim Rs 923 crore as refund of excess GST returns filed in July-September 2017. 

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IndiGo Q2 Results: Net loss at Rs 1,435 crore

InterGlobe Aviation Ltd (IndiGo) reported a net loss of Rs 1,435.7 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). The airline had posted a net loss of Rs 3,179 crore in the previous quarter and a net loss of Rs 1,194.8 crore in Q2 FY21. Its revenue from operations rose 104.6% YoY (or 87% QoQ) to Rs 5,608.5 crore during the same period. Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, amortisation, and rent (EBITDAR) stood at Rs 340.8 crore in Q2, down 16.6% YoY. 

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DLF Q2 Results: Net profit rises 66% YoY to Rs 378 crore

DLF Limited reported a 66% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 378.12 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Net profit increased 12% compared to the previous quarter. Its revenue from operations fell 9.6% YoY to Rs 1,557 crore during the same period. The realty firm’s sales booking grew 77% YoY to Rs 1,512 crore in Q2.

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Adani Green Energy Q2 Results: Net profit jumps six-fold YoY to Rs 100 crore

Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) reported a nearly six-fold YoY jump in consolidated net profit to Rs 100 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Its total income rose 96.5% YoY to Rs 1,411 crore during the same period. AGEL’s sale of energy grew 61% YoY to 1,901 million units (MU) in Q2. The company’s solar sales grew 41% YoY to 1,430 MU in the July-September quarter of FY22.

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Tata Motors unveils 21 commercial vehicles for cargo, passenger verticals

Tata Motors has unveiled 21 new commercial vehicles to cater to evolving needs of cargo and people transport across segments. The company has launched seven products in the medium and heavy commercial vehicles (M&HCV) segment and five products in the intermediate and light commercial segment with CNG powertrains. Moreover, the automaker has unveiled four new LCVs (Light Commercial Vehicles) to improve last-mile delivery efficiency and reduce operational costs.

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SBI Cards Q2 Results: Net profit rises 67% YoY to Rs 345 crore

SBI Cards and Payment Services reported a 67% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 345 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Its total income rose 7% YoY to Rs 2,695 crore during the same period. The company’s total operating cost stood at Rs 1,383 in Q2, an increase of 25% YoY. The increase in operating costs is due to higher business volumes.

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NTPC Q2 Results: Net profit falls 8% YoY to Rs 3,212 crore

State-owned NTPC Ltd reported an 8.4% YoY decline in net profit to Rs 3,211 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Its revenue from operations rose 14.7% YoY to Rs 28,329 crore during the same period. The surge in revenues was aided by a rise in demand for power due to the rapid reopening of the economy post the second wave and higher vaccination rates. NTPC’s tax expenses grew 89% YoY to Rs 960.5 crore in Q2.

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Govt asks IRCTC to share 50% of revenue from convenience fee

The Ministry of Railways has asked the Indian Railways Catering and Transportation Corporation (IRCTC) to share 50% of the revenue from the convenience fee with it. So far, IRCTC kept 100% of the convenience fee it charged customers for providing various services with itself. Analysts believe that this move could spark a near 50% cut in the earnings of IRCTC since the majority of its revenues come from internet ticketing services.

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Maruti Suzuki’s Net Profit Falls 65% YoY in Q2 – Top Indian Market News

"Bangalore, India - January 29, 2013: Signage at a car showroom belonging to Maruti Suzuki India Ltd. in Bangalore, India. The company is a subsidiary of Japan's Suzuki Motor Corporation, and has been the leader in the Indian car market for two and half decades with a capacity of 1.7 million cars annually."

Maruti Suzuki Q2 Results: Net profit falls 65% YoY to Rs 475 crore

Maruti Suzuki India reported a 65.35% YoY decline in net profit to Rs 475.3 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Net profit fell 7.8% compared to the previous quarter. The automaker’s net sales fell 9.09% YoY to Rs 19,297.8 crore during the same period. EBITDA stood at Rs 855 crore in Q2, down 56% YoY. Maruti Suzuki’s results were impacted by adverse commodity prices and lower sales volume due to global semiconductor shortages, leading to lower capacity utilization.

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Adani Ports Q2 Results: Net profit falls 31% YoY to Rs 951 crore

Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) reported a 31.4% YoY decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 951.7 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Net profit fell 27% compared to the previous quarter. Its revenue from operations rose 21.7% YoY to Rs 3,532.4 crore during the same period. The company’s cargo volumes declined 9.7% QoQ to 68.3 million metric tonnes (MMT) in Q2.

In other news, APSEZ has abandoned plans to build a container terminal in Myanmar. The company is expected to fully exit the investment in the conflict-ridden south Asian nation between March and June 2022.

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IndusInd Bank Q2 Results: Net profit rises 73% YoY to Rs 1,147 crore

IndusInd Bank reported a 73% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 1,146.73 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Its net interest income (NII) rose 11.6% YoY to Rs 3,658 crore during the same period. The gross non-performing assets (GNPA) ratio stood at 2.77% in Q2, compared to 2.88% in the previous quarter. Provisions fell 7.5% YoY to Rs 1703.36 crore in Q2.

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Dabur to enter diaper market, to take on P&G and Unicharm

Dabur India Ltd will enter the diapers segment in India as part of a strategy to expand its baby care portfolio that has products including shampoo, soaps, oil, and talc. The company will compete with Procter & Gamble (P&G) and Unicharm, which together control over 80% of the overall market. Dabur said its ‘Dabur Baby Super Pants’ with insta–absorb technology will help get 50% more absorption compared to other diapers. The product will be initially launched on Flipkart.

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Titan Q2 Results: Net profit jumps four-fold YoY to Rs 641 crore

Titan Company Ltd reported a 270% YoY jump in consolidated net profit to Rs 641 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Its net sales rose 75% YoY to Rs 7,243 crore during the same period. Titan’s jewellery division registered an income of Rs 6,106 crore, a growth of 77% YoY. The Watches and Wearables business recorded a 72% YoY growth in income to Rs 687 crore in Q2.

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Kotak Mahindra, Axis, and Indusind Bank submit bids to buy Citi’s consumer business in India: Report

According to a report from the Economic Times, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Axis Bank, and IndusInd Bank have made binding offers to buy Citi’s consumer business in India, valued at ~$2 billion. The US-based bank under CEO Jane Fraser is looking to exit consumer banking in 13 countries, including India. Citi is expected to start bilateral negotiations and announce a formal winner in the next 1-2 months. None of the bidders have offered stocks and have submitted all-cash bids.

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L&T Q2 Results: Net profit falls 67% YoY to Rs 1,819 crore

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Ltd reported a 67% YoY decline in consolidated net profit to Rs 1,819.45 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Net profit increased 54.9% compared to the previous quarter. Its revenue from operations rose 12% YoY (or 18.5% QoQ) to Rs 34,773 crore during the same period. L&T secures orders worth Rs 42,140 crore in Q2, up 50% YoY. 

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Bajaj Auto Q2 Results: Net profit rises 12% YoY to Rs 1,275 crore

Bajaj Auto Ltd reported a 12% YoY increase in net profit to Rs 1,274.6 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Net profit increased 20.1% compared to the previous quarter. Its revenue from operations rose 22% YoY (or 19% QoQ) to Rs 8,762.2 crore during the same period. EBITDA stood at Rs 1,434 crore in Q2, a growth of 10% YoY.

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United Spirits Q2 Results: Net profit jumps two-fold YoY to Rs 286 crore

United Spirits reported over two-fold YoY jump in consolidated net profit to Rs 286.4 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Its revenue from operations rose 9.3% YoY to Rs 8,208.8 crore during the same period. Total expenses stood at Rs 7,822.9 crore in Q2, an increase of 6.52% YoY. United Spirits is an Indian alcoholic beverages company operated by UK-based Diageo.

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SBI Life Q2 Results: Net profit falls 18% YoY to Rs 247 crore

SBI Life Insurance Company reported a 17.71 YoY decline in net profit to Rs 246.62 crore for the quarter ended September (Q2 FY22). Net profit increased 11% compared to the previous quarter. Its net premium income (NPI) rose 12.45% YoY to Rs 14,660 crore crore during the same period. The company’s assets under management (AUM) rose 31% YoY to Rs 2,44,180 crore in Q2.

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Vi Partners With L&T for Trials of 5G-based Smart City Solutions – Top Indian Market News

Vi partners with L&T for trials of 5G-based smart city solutions

Vodafone Idea (Vi) has partnered with engineering and construction conglomerate Larsen & Toubro (L&T) for a pilot project to test 5G-based smart city solutions. Both companies will test and validate 5G use cases based on Internet of Things (IoT) and Video Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies by leveraging L&T’s Smart City Program (Fusion) to address the challenges of urbanization, safety, and security. The trial will be conducted in Pune, and city residents will be offered 5G-based smart solutions.

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UltraTech Cement Q2 Results: Net profit rises 0.3% YoY to Rs 1,314 crore

UltraTech Cement reported a 0.3% year-on-year (YoY) increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 1,314 crore for the quarter ended Sept (Q2 FY22). Net profit declined by 22.85% compared to the previous quarter. Its revenue from operations rose 14.4% YoY to Rs 11,743 crore during the same period. The company expects to resume coal mining operations at Bicharpur (Madhya Pradesh) in December to reduce dependence on external sources of coal.

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TCS partners with Japan-based Cainz to drive business transformation

Cainz Corporation has selected Tata Consulting Services (TCS) to boost its digital transformation, improve customer experience, and drive growth. Cainz Corp is a home improvement company based in Japan. Under this partnership, TCS will help Cainz by developing ‘Find in CAINZ’, a mobile application for customers and store associates for identifying the location and availability of products in a store. TCS will also set up a Global Development Centre for Cainz to help the company scale up its co-development initiatives.

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Hatsun Agro Product Q2 Results: Net profit rises 24.8% YoY to Rs 82 crore

Hatsun Agro Product Ltd reported a 24.79% YoY increase in net profit to Rs 82.09 crore for the quarter ended Sept (Q2 FY22). Net profit rose 40.75% compared to the previous quarter. Its revenue from operations rose 23.24% YoY to Rs 1,635.42 crore during the same period. Hatsun Agri Product is a private sector dairy company based in Chennai. It is engaged in the manufacturing and sale of milk, milk products, and ice cream.

Equitas SFB to raise Rs 1,000 crore via QIP

Equitas Small Finance Bank (SFB) has announced a proposal to raise Rs 1,000 crore through a qualified institutional placement (QIP). This will help the lender meet the 25% minimum public shareholding criterion stipulated by market regulator SEBI. Public shareholding in the company stood at 18.25% as of June 2021. The promoter, Equitas Holdings Ltd, holds the remaining stake.

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Paras Defence to incorporate a company in association with Krasny Defence Tech

The Board of Directors of Paras Defence and Space Technologies has approved a proposal to incorporate a company in association with Krasny Defence Technologies Pvt Ltd. The associate company will be engaged in the field of maintenance, servicing, and repairs of defence equipment & naval vessels. The incorporation of the entity is subject to the approval of the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) and other statutory authorities.

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L&T Infotech Q2 Results: Net profit rises 21% YoY to Rs 551 crore

L&T Infotech Ltd reported a 21.05% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 551.5 crore for the quarter ended Sept (Q2 FY22). Net profit increased by 11.12% when compared to the previous quarter. Its revenue from operations rose 8.8% YoY to Rs 3,767 crore during the same period. The growth in margins in Q2 was subdued due to strong hiring.

Granules India receives USFDA approval for Dofetilide capsules

Granules India has received approval from the US Food & Drug Administration (USFDA) for Dofetilide capsules. The drug is indicated for the maintenance of normal sinus rhythm (delay in time to recurrence of atrial fibrillation) in patients with atrial fibrillation of greater than one week duration. Atrial fibrillation is an irregular, often rapid heart rate that causes poor blood flow. The product will be manufactured at the pharma company’s GPI facility located in Virginia, USA, and will be launched shortly.

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Tata Coffee Q2 Results: Net profit rises 46.72% YoY to Rs 34 crore

Tata Coffee Ltd reported a 46.72% YoY increase in net profit to Rs 34.04 crore for the quarter ended Sept (Q2 FY22). Net profit increased by 18.85% compared to the previous quarter. Its revenue from operations rose 0.94% YoY (or 2.98% QoQ) to Rs 548.52 crore during the same period. The company’s Plantations vertical posted an 18% YoY decline in total revenues to Rs 79 crore in Q2. The value-added products vertical registered a revenue growth of 6.2% YoY to Rs 479 crore.

Route Mobile Q2 Results: Net profit rises 28% YoY to Rs 42 crore

Route Mobile reported a 28.3% YoY increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 42.17 crore for the quarter ended Sept (Q2 FY22). Net profit increased by 24.69% compared to the previous quarter. Its total income rose 23.6% YoY (or 14.7% QoQ) to Rs 438.11 crore during the same period. Route Mobile has received shareholders’ approval to raise Rs 2,000 crore through the sale of securities.

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NCLT gives approval to creditors, shareholders of Reliance Retail to hold meetings for proposed Future Group deal

The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has allowed the creditors and shareholders of Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL) to hold meetings to seek approval for the company’s proposed Rs 24,700 crore deal with the Future Group. On October 1, 2021, RRVL extended the long-stop date for the completion of its deal with Kishore Biyani-led Future Group by another six months to March 2022. This was due to the delays ensuing from the ongoing legal battle with the US-based Amazon.com, Inc.

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PVR Cinemas to Live Screen ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 – Top Indian Market News

PVR Cinemas to live screen ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021

PVR Cinemas has signed a deal with the International Cricket Council (ICC) to screen live matches of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 across the country. The matches will be screened across more than 75 cinemas in 35+ cities. The seventh edition of the T20 World Cup tournament, jointly held in UAE and Oman, will begin on Sunday (Sept 17).

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L&T makes entry into online earning space with L&T EduTech

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has announced the launch of L&T EduTech, a new application-based learning platform to help create industry-ready talent. The platform aims to future-proof L&T’s businesses and bridge the gap that exists between the competence of young engineers and industry expectations. L&T EduTech will channelise L&T’s storehouse of knowledge to empower both students and professionals with real-world professional skilling to enhance their employability.

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Reliance Brands to acquire 40% stake in Manish Malhotra’s designer label

Reliance Brands Limited (RBL) has signed definitive agreements to acquire a 40% stake in MM Styles Private Limited, owned by homegrown designer Manish Malhotra. RBL’s investment intends to drive growth for the 16-year-old couture label both in India and overseas and establish the ‘Manish Malhotra’ brand as a global couture powerhouse. The brand will continue to be led by Malhotra as the managing and creative director.

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M M Forgings acquires Cafoma Autoparts for Rs 33 crore

M M Forgings Ltd has fully acquired Cafoma Autoparts Pvt. Ltd. for Rs 33 crore, including subordinated debt of Rs 5 crore. The company is engaged in machining, manufacturing, buying, selling, and distribution of all types of auto parts and engine parts. The investment would result in business synergy and enhance the current business operation of M M Forgings and its potential expansion.

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Metropolis Healthcare’s board clears acquisition of Hitech Diagnostic for Rs 636 crore

The Board of Directors of Metropolis Healthcare has approved the acquisition of Hitech Diagnostic Centre and its subsidiary Centralab Healthcare Services for Rs 636 crore. The indicative period for completion of the acquisition is six months. Mumbai-based Metropolis Healthcare is India’s largest chain of diagnostic centres and pathology labs.

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Rain Industries’ arm completes upgradation project of cement plant

Rain Cements Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Rain Industries, has completed the upgradation of its Cement Mill at Unit-II, Boincheruvupalli village in Andhra Pradesh. The company’s cement grinding capacity has increased from 2.033 million tonnes (MT) to 2.795 MT per annum. Rain Industries is one of the world’s leading producers of calcined petroleum coke, coal tar pitch, and other high-quality specialty chemicals.

CIL to refrain from conducting e-auction till situation stabilises

Amid the low stock position at the electricity generating plants, state-owned Coal India Ltd (CIL) has asked its subsidiaries to refrain from conducting any further e-auction of coal (except special forward e-auction for the power sector) till the situation stabilises. The development assumes significance as the supply of coal is being prioritised to the power sector to replenish the decreasing stock in the wake of reports of an electricity crisis looming large. Owing to skyrocketing coal prices in international markets, all consumers have been competing for domestic coal, hiking up the demand. 

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Dr. Reddy’s Labs launches Carmustine for Injection in the US market

Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories announced the launch of Carmustine for Injection, USP, in the US market. The drug is a lyophilized powder available as a package that includes a single-dose vial containing 100 mg Carmustine USP and a vial containing 3 mL sterile diluent. According to IQVIA data, the generic version of the drug had US sales of ~$19.4 million (~Rs 145.56 crore) for the twelve months ended August 2021.

India’s forex reserves rise by $2.04 billion to $639.51 billion

India’s foreign exchange (forex) reserves rose by $2.039 billion to $639.516 billion in the week ended October 8, according to RBI data. During the reporting week ended October 8, the rise in forex reserves was on account of an increase in Foreign Currency Assets (FCAs). Expressed in dollar terms, FCA includes the effect of appreciation or depreciation of non-US units like the euro, pound, and yen held in the forex reserves.

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IMF Retains India’s Growth Forecast for 2021 at 9.5% – Top Indian Market News

IMF retains India’s growth forecast for 2021 at 9.5%

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has retained India’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecasts at 9.5% in 2021 and 8.5% for 2022. However, IMF has lowered its projection for global growth this year as supply disruptions impacted growth outlook for advanced economies, and pandemic dynamics have worsened in low-income economies. It projects world economic growth at 5.9% for 2021. 

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Tata Power Solar secures orders worth Rs 538 crore from EESL

Tata Power Solar has received a Letter of Award (LoA) from state-run Energy Efficiency Services Ltd (EESL) to build 100 megawatt (MW) distributed ground-mounted solar projects in Maharashtra. The total order value of the projects is Rs 538 crore. The commissioning date of the solar projects is set for 12 months. The utility-scale order book of Tata Power Solar now stands at nearly 4 gigawatt capacity with a value of Rs 9,264 crore.

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PSP Projects declared lowest bidder for housing project in Uttar Pradesh

PSP Projects Ltd has emerged as the lowest (L-1) bidder for a government residential project in Uttar Pradesh. The bid value of the project is Rs 238.7 crore. PSP Projects is a multidisciplinary construction company that offers a diversified range of construction and allied services across industrial, institutional, and residential projects in India. To learn more about the company, click here.

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L&T Construction secures significant orders for various businesses

Larsen & Toubro’s (L&T) construction arm has secured significant orders (in the range of Rs 1,000-2,500 crore) for its various businesses. In the metallurgical and material handling (MMH) business, the company has secured an order to set up a coke oven, by-product, and coke dry quenching plants. The buildings and factories business has won an order from a ‘prestigious client’ for the construction of office space at Hyderabad with an approximate built-up area of 20 lakh sq. ft.

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CONCOR’s physical volumes handled rises 11% YoY in Q2

Container Corporation of India’s (CONCOR) total physical volumes handled increased by 10.74% YoY to 9,80,757 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in Q2 FY22. However, physical volumes have declined by 1.11% compared to the previous quarter. Domestic physical volumes rose 33.68% YoY to 1,88,332 TEUs. Meanwhile, export-import (EXIM) physical volumes improved by 6.4% YoY to 7,92,425 TEUs during the same period.

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BLS International to process Brazilian visas in India

The Embassy of Brazil in India has authorised BLS International Services Ltd to process visa applications. The company will accept visa applications from centres in Delhi and Mumbai. BLS will initiate Brazil visa processing, along with several convenience services such as photocopy, courier, and form filling. BLS International Services is a global services partner for governments and citizens in the domain of visa, passport, consular, and e-governance services.

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Govt grants “Maharatna” status to Power Finance Corporation

The government has granted the ”Maharatna” status to state-owned Power Finance Corporation (PFC). This move will give the company greater operational and financial autonomy. The board of a Maharatna enterprise can make equity investments to undertake financial joint ventures and subsidiaries, undertake mergers and acquisitions in India and abroad. PFC is the largest infrastructure finance company dedicated to the power sector under the administrative control of the Ministry of Power.

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Bhansali Engineering Q2 Results: Net profit jumps 248% YoY to Rs 123.66 crore

Bhansali Engineering Polymers reported a 248.3% YoY jump in consolidated net profit to Rs 123.66 crore for the quarter ended Sept (Q2 FY22). Net profit increased by 59.8% when compared to the previous quarter. Its total income rose by 22.21% YoY (or 59.76% QoQ) to Rs 378.30 crore during the same period. The company’s board has declared an interim dividend of Rs 1 per share.

TPG Rise Climate, ADQ to invest $1 billion in Tata Motors’ new EV unit

Tata Motors said it will be creating a new electric vehicles (EV) subsidiary that will require over Rs 16,000 crore of investment over the next five years. TPG Rise Climate and Abu Dhabi’s ADQ will be investing $1 billion (~Rs 7,500 crore) for an 11-15% stake in this subsidiary. The investment will value the subsidiary (TML EVCo) at ~$9.1 billion. The company will be asset-light, and all the investment will be going towards creating intellectual property such as new vehicle designs and EV platforms.

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Ujjivan SFB’s total deposits grow 31% YoY to Rs 14,090 crore in Q2

Ujjivan Small Finance Bank reported a 31% YoY growth in total deposits to Rs 14,090 crore in Q2 FY22. The bank’s disbursements jumped 114% YoY (or 138% QoQ) to Rs 3,122 crore during the same period. The gross loan book stood at Rs 14,508 crore at the end of the July-Sept quarter, up 4% YoY and 3% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ). Retail deposits saw a 38% YoY and 12% QoQ growth to Rs 7,270 crore in Q2 FY22.

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Factory output surges 11.9% in August

India’s Index of Industrial Production (IIP) grew by 11.9% in August 2021. This is an increase of 0.4% from July. IIP grew on the back of a low base last year when factory output was -7.6% in August 2020. The manufacturing sector, which constitutes 77.63% of the IIP, grew 9.7% in August. The mining sector output rose 23.6% in August, while power generation increased 16%.

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