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08 Nov

Kalyan Jewellers Q2 Results

Purbalee DuttaBusiness

Kalyan Jewellers India, one of the country’s leading jewellery retailers, announced its financial results for the September 2025 quarter on November 7 after market hours. The company posted a net profit of ₹260 crore, reflecting a 99% year-on-year surge from ₹130.3 crore in the same quarter last year. However, profit was marginally lower than the ₹264 crore recorded in Q1 FY26. Revenue from operations rose 30% year-on-year to ₹7,856 crore from ₹6,057 crore, and 8% sequentially, supported by a strong same-store sales growth (SSSG) of 16%. In its exchange filing, Kalyan Jewellers highlighted robust growth in both footfalls and revenue…

08 Nov

Sikkim is the second most literate state in the Northeast, yet developing human resources is still difficult: Gurung Minister

Sonakshi SarkarSikkim

While emphasizing the need for capacity building and skill enhancement in key sectors, Sikkim Minister Puran Gurung highlighted that the state, despite being the second most literate in the North East after Mizoram, continues to face challenges in human resource development. Addressing a gathering in Pakyong, Minister Gurung observed that Sikkim’s high literacy rate has not yet fully translated into technical expertise, entrepreneurship, or innovation, particularly in emerging sectors such as fisheries, livestock, and cooperative ventures. He stressed that while the state has made significant progress in education, there remains a pressing need to invest in skill development and professional…

08 Nov

US Inflation Eases Slightly, Raising Hopes for Interest Rate Cuts

Mohini BarmanInternational

The latest US Labor Department data shows inflation easing to 3.2% in September, marking a slight decline from August’s 3.4%. This moderation has fueled optimism that the Federal Reserve may soon consider reducing its benchmark interest rates, which have remained high since 2023. Food and housing costs continue to rise, but energy and transportation prices have seen noticeable declines. Economists say this trend indicates that the US economy is stabilizing after a turbulent two years marked by pandemic-related disruptions and global conflicts affecting supply chains. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell stated that the inflation trend “is moving in the right…

08 Nov

Rozgar Mela 2.0 is a platform where talent meets opportunities

Business BureauBusiness

Rozgar Mela 2.0 has been organized by the Darjeeling Welfare Society under the visionary leadership of its President, Shri Harsh Vardhan Shringla, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha). The two-day event will be held at Salesian College, Siliguri, on 15th and 16th November, 2025. After the remarkable success of Rozgar Mela 1.0 in 2023, the Darjeeling Welfare Society is bringing back this initiative on a much larger scale. 60+ well-known local and multinational companies will take part, offering 10,000+ job opportunities to the youth of the region. This is set to be one of the biggest job fairs the region has…

08 Nov

Film and Design Worlds Unite in Tribute to Zarine Khan’s Inspiring Life

editorEntertainment

Zarine Khan, the wife of veteran actor Sanjay Khan and mother of Sussanne and Zayed Khan, has died at the age of 81 from age-related health issues. She passed away in her home in Mumbai. Zarine is survived by her husband, Sanjay Khan, and their four children: Sussanne Khan, Simone Arora, Farah Ali Khan, and Zayed Khan. Before her marriage to Sanjay Khan in 1966, Zarine briefly ventured into Bollywood, featuring in films like "Tere Ghar Ke Saamne" and "Ek Phool Do Mali." Following her film career, she transitioned into a successful profession as an interior designer. This passion for…

08 Nov

Assam leads India in the use of the special federal grant, and Sitharaman praises the state’s efforts to improve

Sonakshi SarkarAssam

Assam has emerged as the leading state in India in effectively utilising the Centre’s Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment (SASCI) fund, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced on Friday. Speaking at the inauguration of the Brahmaputra Riverfront project in Guwahati, she praised the state government for its prompt and efficient deployment of 50-year, interest-free central loans earmarked for infrastructure development, including hospitals, roads, and other critical capital assets. “The way Assam is planning and creating assets, it is utilising the central fund to the maximum level. Assam tops the list,” Sitharaman said. “While all states are creating assets,…

08 Nov

Capital Aeyes Bahrain as Middle East hub to fuel global expansion

Business BureauBusiness

Capital A Berhad (“Capital A”) has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Kingdom of Bahrain’s Ministry of Transportation and Telecommunications to explore establishing Bahrain as its Middle East hub, marking a strategic move to strengthen connectivity between Asean and one of the world’s fastest-growing aviation regions. The partnership will cover airline operations, cargo and logistics, maintenance capabilities, and talent development, reflecting Capital A’s ambition to scale its global footprint. Tony Fernandes, CEO of Capital A, described the initiative as a “game-changer,” highlighting plans to operate over 25 daily flights between Bahrain and Asean megahubs by 2030, carrying more…

08 Nov

Godrej Agrovetposts strong H1 FY26 growth, led by animal feed and vegetable oils

Business BureauBusiness

Godrej Agrovet Limited (GAVL) reported robust volume-led growth across most business segments in its financial results for the second quarter and half-year ended September 30, 2025. According to Managing Director Sunil Kataria, the company saw strong margin improvements despite softness in the standalone Crop Protection segment. T he Animal Feed business delivered record quarterly volumes, with cattle feed up 18% year-on-year, while Vegetable Oils posted stellar revenue and margin growth, aided by higher crude palm oil and palm kernel oil realizations and the highest-ever Oil Extraction Ratio (OER). The Dairy business continued its upward trajectory, with value-added products contributing 36%…

08 Nov

Finance Minister Sitharaman inaugurates key infrastructure projects in Guwahati

Banasree SarkarAssam

The Gateway of Guwahati Terminal and Jetty and the Guwahati Riverfront were opened by Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, who called it a "landmark moment" for the state's connectivity, business, and tourism. It is anticipated that the recently started projects will change Guwahati's position as a significant hub for river transportation and trade, fortifying connections throughout the Brahmaputra and boosting the area's tourism potential. The Radhika Shanti Udyan, a picturesque riverfront area intended to provide residents with a combination of leisure and cultural interaction, was also opened by the Finance Minister. The initiatives represent Assam's growing infrastructure and economic…

08 Nov

GHV Infra posts 128% revenue surge, 138% profit jump in Q2 FY2025–26

Business BureauBusiness

GHV Infra Projects Limited (BSE: 505504) has reported stellar financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, marking a sharp rise in both revenue and profitability. The infrastructure major recorded a 128% surge in revenue from operations, reaching ₹18,376.60 lakh in Q2 FY26, compared to ₹8,046.00 lakh in Q1 FY26. Profit Before Tax rose 151% to ₹1,584.73 lakh, while Profit After Tax (PAT) soared 138% to ₹1,122.20 lakh. The company also issued bonus shares in a 3:2 ratio, undertook a subdivision of equity shares, and made preferential allotments to both promoter and non-promoter groups. GHV Infra expanded globally by…