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Aadhar Housing Finance Ltd reported a 19% year-on-year increase in profit after tax (PAT) to ₹282 crore for the first quarter of FY27, driven by strong growth in assets under management (AUM), steady disbursements and stable asset quality. The company's AUM rose 18% to ₹31,364 crore as of June 30, 2026, compared with ₹26,524 crore a year earlier, while its net worth increased 19% to ₹7,853 crore. The affordable housing financier said it serviced more than 3.40 lakh loan accounts during the quarter. Gross non-performing assets remained stable at 1.31% of AUM, reflecting resilient portfolio quality. Return on assets stood…

Tata Motors Ltd. reported a 37 per cent year-on-year increase in its total commercial vehicle sales for July 2026, driven by strong domestic demand and a sharp surge in international business. The company sold 39,641 commercial vehicle units across domestic and overseas markets during the month, compared with 28,956 units in July 2025. In the domestic market, Tata Motors recorded sales of 33,876 units, up 28 per cent from 26,432 units a year earlier. International business emerged as the strongest growth driver, with sales soaring 128 per cent to 5,765 units from 2,524 units in the corresponding month last year.…

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance reported a 27.8% year-on-year increase in Profit After Tax (PAT) to ₹386 crore for the quarter ended June 6, while its retail protection (term plan) business registered a robust 60.4% growth during the first quarter 202of FY2027. The company also announced that its board has approved a proposal to rename the insurer as ICICI Life Insurance Limited, subject to regulatory approvals. The insurer said it paid total customer benefits of ₹4,666 crore during the quarter, including ₹1,306 crore towards death claims and ₹3,360 crore as maturity and survival benefits. It also maintained an industry-leading claim settlement…

SBI General Insurance has launched a new motor insurance film featuring actor and brand ambassador PankajTripathi as part of its integrated brand campaign, 'ChuniyeBharosa, ApnoSa', reinforcing the importance of choosing a trusted insurance partner for vehicle protection. The latest campaign highlights the company's focus on building customer confidence by encouraging vehicle owners to look beyond policies and select insurers that offer dependable support throughout the ownership journey. The film will be promoted across television, print, outdoor, OTT and digital platforms to reach a wider audience. Speaking on the campaign, SBI General Insurance Managing Director and CEO Naveen Chandra Jha said…

TVS Motor Company has expanded its TVS Raider Super Squad Edition portfolio with the launch of a new Marvel Doctor Doom-inspired variant, introducing a Spectral Green colourway aimed at strengthening the motorcycle's appeal among young riders. The new edition was unveiled through a post-credit reveal following screenings of *Spider-Man: Brand New Day* in select theatres across India, drawing inspiration from Marvel's iconic post-credit tradition. The latest Super Squad Edition features a distinctive multi-tone travel finish that transitions from green to brown, reflecting the character's commanding persona. The motorcycle retains the performance package of the Raider 125, including its three-valve engine,…

ABD Maestro Pvt. Ltd., the luxury and super-premium spirits business of Allied Blenders & Distillers Limited (ABD), has advanced its nationwide bartending competition, Bar Maestro, to the second round after receiving more than 350 entries from seven cities. Organised in partnership with the Tulleeho Beverage Academy, the competition has shortlisted 160 bartenders whose creations will now compete for a place in the national finals. The inaugural round also generated significant online engagement, attracting over 7.6 million Instagram views. The opening challenge required participants to create an original highball cocktail using WOODBURNS Contemporary Indian Whisky, with entries judged on creativity, technical…

The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched a public awareness initiative urging citizens to stay vigilant against text message scams, warning that fraudsters are increasingly exploiting trust, fear and urgency to target users of digital payment platforms. As India advances towards a digital-first economy, NPCI said awareness remains one of the strongest safeguards against financial fraud. According to NPCI, fraudulent SMS messages are designed to trick users into compromising their money, personal information or digital accounts by impersonating banks, government agencies, telecom operators, delivery companies or other trusted organisations. Scammers commonly attempt to persuade users to click fake…

PNB MetLife India Insurance Company Limited has expanded its presence in the Northeast with the opening of a new branch in Shillong, aiming to improve access to life insurance products and customer services in Meghalaya. The insurer said the new branch is part of its strategy to strengthen its physical presence and make insurance services more accessible by offering policy support and financial advisory closer to customers.With the latest addition, PNB MetLife now operates 185 offices across India. The company said the expansion is intended to enhance customer engagement while providing easier access to protection and savings solutions through a…

Coca-Cola India's lemon and lime beverage brand Sprite has launched a new nationwide campaign, 'Spicy Laga. Sprite Utha.', positioning the drink as a companion for consumers who enjoy spicy food. The campaign features actor and Sprite brand ambassador Sharvari alongside comedian Sunil Grover and is built around the consumer habit of reaching for a chilled Sprite after eating spicy dishes. The campaign film, available in multiple regional languages including Hindi and Bengali, is set in a restaurant where Sunil Grover serves increasingly spicy dishes through his comic characters, while Sharvari responds by reaching for a chilled Sprite. According to the…

The launch of the upgraded Stayfree® Secure XL underscores the increasing emphasis on innovation, consumer-centric product development and wider access in India's menstrual hygiene sector, aligning with broader efforts to improve women's health and hygiene outcomes. Stayfree®, one of India's leading menstrual hygiene brands, has introduced the upgraded product featuring a pioneering 'Pad Change Alert' backed by its patented Double Leak Lock Technology, offering Double Protection for up to 12 hours. The upgraded Stayfree® Secure XL uses two protective barriers, with the outer barrier gradually turning red to signal when it is time to change the pad, helping users manage…