Business Bureau

Malabar Gold & Diamonds, one of the world’s largest jewellery retailers, has launched the 15th edition of its flagship Brides of India campaign, known as one of India’s most anticipated bridal showcases. This year’s campaign features 22 brides and 10 celebrities including Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor Khan, NTR, Karthi, Anil Kapoor, Sreenidhi Shetty, Rukmini Maitra, Sabyasachi Mishra, Prarthana Behere and Manasi Parekh, highlighting the cultural depth and emotional stories behind Indian weddings. The brand film, directed by Abhishek Varman with music by Shubhajit Mukherjee, captures rituals, emotions and heritage that shape every bride’s identity. Chairman M. P. Ahammed said the…

Remedium Lifecare Limited today announced strong financial results for the quarter and half-year ended September 30, 2025, with profit after tax (PAT) nearly doubling to ₹862.34 lakh, up 85.5% from ₹464.88 lakh in Q1 FY26. EBITDA for the quarter rose 82.7% to ₹1,043.69 lakh, reflecting robust operational momentum. For the half-year, PAT surged to ₹1,327.22 lakh against ₹213 lakh in FY24-25, while consolidated revenue from operations reached ₹22,442.39 lakh. Earnings per share stood at ₹0.10 for the quarter and ₹0.15 for the half-year. Commenting on the results, Whole-Time Director Adarsh Munjal highlighted the company’s operational discipline and portfolio strength, noting…

Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) has announced the launch of its first-ever Reimagine Ideathon, inviting students across the country to propose innovative solutions that could transform investor education and engagement. The initiative, unveiled on November 20 in Mumbai, is part of the 3rd edition of CDSL’s Annual Reimagine Symposium. With over 16.7 croredemat accounts under its custodianship and a secured depository ecosystem serving more than 21 crore investors, CDSL highlighted the need to deepen participation in India’s growing securities market. The Ideathon aims to tap young minds to address barriers that restrict citizens from fully benefitting from market-led economic…

DSP Mutual Fund on Monday launched four new passive investment schemes—the DSP Nifty Midcap 150 Index Fund, DSP Nifty Midcap 150 ETF, DSP Nifty Smallcap 250 Index Fund and DSP Nifty Smallcap 250 ETF—expanding its low-cost passive offerings aimed at India’s fast-growing midcap and smallcap segments. The funds track two widely followed, rules-based indices that together cover India’s 101st to 500th largest companies, representing the country’s broadest corporate base. According to DSP, the Nifty Midcap 150 and Nifty Smallcap 250 indices have historically outperformed the broader market over long periods. As of October 31, 2025, the Midcap 150 TRI delivered…

Adopting a vegan lifestyle can be both healthy and sustainable if done thoughtfully, according to Ritika Samaddar, Regional Head of Dietetics at Max Healthcare, Delhi. Samaddar recommends building a balanced vegan plate with half fruits and vegetables, a quarter of healthy proteins such as legumes, and a quarter of whole grains like brown rice and millets, complemented by nuts—particularly California almonds—for essential nutrients. Almonds, she notes, are a powerhouse of nutrition, providing 18.4 grams of protein per 100 grams along with fiber, vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium. A daily handful of almonds supports muscle repair, satiety, and overall health. Samaddar…

Axis Mutual Fund has launched its latest offering, the Axis Multi-Asset Active Fund of Fund (FoF), an open-ended hybrid fund designed to provide investors with a diversified portfolio across equity, debt, gold, and silver. The New Fund Offer (NFO) opens on November 21 and will close on December 5, 2025, with a minimum investment of ₹100 and in multiples of ₹1 thereafter. The fund will be managed by Shreyash Devalkar, Devang Shah, Mayank Hyanki, and Aditya Pagaria, and aims to deliver long-term capital appreciation through a dynamically allocated portfolio. Utilizing a quantitative model alongside active oversight, the fund will adjust…

In a remarkable journey from carpenter to prominent contractor, Mr. JatindraNathMondal of East Medinipur has emerged as a key influencer in Kolaghat’s construction sector. Managing 14 active sites with a team of 45 workers, Mondal is celebrated for his commitment to quality and timely delivery. After switching exclusively to ACC Gold in October 2023 due to concerns over product quality and limited technical support from other brands, Mondal has actively promoted ACC products across the region. His advocacy has contributed to a significant shift in the Kolaghat construction market, previously dominated by competitors, towards ACC. Contractors, masons, homebuilders, and engineers…

Canara Robeco Asset Management Company Limited (AMC), India’s second-oldest asset management company, has launched its flagship ‘Nivesh Bus Yatra’ in Assam to enhance awareness about mutual fund investments. The initiative, aimed at educating investors across the state, will cover key cities including Guwahati, Jorhat, Dibrugarh, and Silchar. The bus began its journey in Guwahati, engaging residents through practical learning sessions, digital tools, and live demonstrations to simplify investing and address common misconceptions. “An informed investor not only makes better decisions for themselves but also strengthens the broader financial ecosystem. The Nivesh Bus Yatra brings financial education directly to communities,” said…

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) conducted a major road safety awareness drive at Jenkins School and Vivekananda Vidyapeeth (V.V.H.S) in Cooch Behar, engaging over 2,400 students in interactive sessions on safe and responsible road behaviour. The initiative aimed to instill everyday safety habits in young minds, emphasizing simple yet crucial practices such as wearing helmets, using pedestrian crossings and avoiding distractions. The participating students were introduced to real-life scenarios through demonstrations, virtual riding simulators and Honda’s scientifically designed modules. They were also trained in KikenYosoku Training (KYT) to help improve danger prediction skills. HMSI highlighted its broader commitment to…

Kotak Mahindra Bank has announced a major stock split to mark its 40th Foundation Day, with the Board approving the sub-division of its equity shares to make them more affordable and enhance market liquidity. The decision, taken at a board meeting in Mumbai, will see each existing equity share of face value ₹5 split into five shares of face value ₹1 each, subject to regulatory and statutory clearances. Part-time Chairman C S Rajan said the milestone reflects Kotak’s long-term commitment to shareholder value. “To encourage wider investor participation by making the Bank’s equity shares more affordable and liquid, the Board…