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11 Nov

Born in Assam, Built for India: slice Small Finance Bank marks one year of growth, innovation and inclusion

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In just one year since its inception, slice Small Finance Bank (SFB) born in Assam and built for India has emerged as a model of modern banking rooted in community trust, technology, and inclusion. Founded on the strong values of Assam’s resilience and spirit of innovation, the bank has successfully merged traditional banking principles with a digital-first approach, creating a lasting impact both in the Northeast and across India. During its first year of operations, slice SFB demonstrated solid financial growth and reinforced its commitment to the people of Assam through sustainable governance, innovation, and job creation. The bank has…

10 Nov

Coke Buddy revolutionizes India’s kirana stores with smart digital platform

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Coca-Cola India is transforming neighborhood kirana stores into smart retail hubs with its AI-enabled digital platform, Coke Buddy. Designed to streamline daily operations, the platform allows retailers to place orders anytime, track deliveries, and access real-time pricing and promotions through a single app. Since its launch, Coke Buddy has reached over 10 lakh retailers, achieving one of the fastest scale-ups of any FMCG eB2B platform in India. Retailers have welcomed the app for its ease of use and efficiency. “Coke Buddy has changed the way we do business, bringing transparency into our work. I can place orders anytime with deals…

10 Nov

Aadhar Housing Finance reports 21% AUM growth, 18% PAT rise in H1 FY26

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Aadhar Housing Finance Ltd has posted robust financial results for the quarter and half-year ended September 30, 2025, reflecting steady growth in its affordable housing finance portfolio. The company reported a 21% year-on-year (YoY) growth in Assets Under Management (AUM), reaching ₹27,554 crore, while Profit After Tax (PAT) rose 18% YoY to ₹504 crore in H1 FY26 from ₹428 crore in H1 FY25. In the July–September quarter, Aadhar Housing Finance recorded a PAT of ₹266 crore, up 17% YoY. Its total income climbed 18% to ₹899 crore in Q2FY26, while net worth stood at ₹6,894 crore, bolstered by IPO proceeds…

10 Nov

World Diabetes Day: Start your day with California Almonds to support healthy blood sugar

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With World Diabetes Day around the corner on November 14, health experts are urging Indians to include nutrient-rich foods such as California Almonds in their daily diet to help manage blood sugar levels. This year’s theme, “Diabetes in the Workplace,” highlights the need for awareness and supportive environments to manage diabetes effectively. Almonds, rich in protein, unsaturated fats, dietary fiber, and 15 essential nutrients, are recommended for improving glucose control, particularly among people with type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. Studies led by Dr. Anoop Misra of Fortis-C-DOC, New Delhi, show that consuming almonds before meals significantly improves blood sugar regulation…

10 Nov

Bandhan Mutual Fund launches healthcare-focused equity scheme to tap India’s growth potential

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Bandhan Mutual Fund has launched the Bandhan Healthcare Fund, an open-ended equity scheme aimed at capitalizing on India’s rapidly expanding healthcare sector. The New Fund Offer (NFO) opens on November 10 and closes on November 24, 2025. The fund will invest across hospitals and diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, wellness, health-tech, and allied services. Vishal Kapoor, CEO of Bandhan AMC, said, “Healthcare is one of the most enduring growth themes. As India’s population ages and medical innovation accelerates, healthcare spending is set to grow significantly. The Bandhan Healthcare Fund offers investors a disciplined and diversified way to participate in this structural transformation.”…

10 Nov

Turkish Airlines posts $1.1 billion Q3 profit amid global growth, eyes 2033 targets

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Turkish Airlines reported a profit of $1.1 billion from main operations in the third quarter of 2025, continuing its steady growth trajectory aligned with its 2033 strategic targets. Total revenues rose 4.9% year-on-year to approximately $7 billion, with passenger revenues up 6.1% amid strong demand. For the January–September period, total revenues exceeded $17.8 billion, while profit from main operations reached $1.7 billion. The airline carried a record 27.2 million passengers during the quarter, marking the highest third-quarter figure in its history and pushing capacity 43% above pre-pandemic levels. Despite softening yields and cost pressures, Turkish Airlines maintained an EBITDAR margin…

10 Nov

India Research Tour 2025 reaches Guwahati, boosts research and inclusivity in Northeast

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The India Research Tour 2025, a flagship research outreach initiative by Springer Nature in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, made a significant stop in Guwahati, engaging with researchers, academicians, and students at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati and the OKD Institute of Social Change and Development (OKDISCD). The initiative aims to strengthen research capacity, inclusivity, and innovation across India, with a special focus on the underrepresented Northeast region. Covering 29 institutions across 15 cities in seven states from 6 October to 13 November, the tour seeks to advance Open Access and Open Science, promote research integrity, encourage…

08 Nov

Kalyan Jewellers Q2 Results

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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

Rozgar Mela 2.0 is a platform where talent meets opportunities

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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

Capital Aeyes Bahrain as Middle East hub to fuel global expansion

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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…