Nagpur Family Lifts House 5 Feet to Escape Flooding
A Nagpur family used 150 hydraulic jacks to raise their 45-year-old home by 5 feet, avoiding demolition and costly reconstruction after cement roads left them vulnerable to monsoon flooding.
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India's Discoms Return to Profit, Face ₹7 Trillion Debt
India's power distribution companies posted a net profit of ₹2,701 crore in FY25 after long losses, though cumulative debt exceeds ₹7 trillion. Reforms and improved operations drive the turnaround.
Ikea Plans Rs 10,500 Crore Investment in India, 20-30 New Stores
Ikea announces a Rs 10,500 crore investment plan for India over five years, aiming to add 20-30 stores by 2030 and achieve profitability by 2028 while expanding sourcing.
Moody's Sees India Insurance Growth from Govt Reforms
Moody's Ratings reports India's insurance sector will benefit from government recapitalization and merger plans for state-owned insurers, boosting profitability and easing pricing pressures amid strong economic growth.
FIGSI Announces New Leadership for 2026-2028 Term
The Federation of Indian Graphic and Signage Industries (FIGSI) has elected its new leadership team for the 2026-2028 term, focusing on growth and innovation in the sector.
SBI Securities Picks LTIMindtree, UltraTech Cement for This Week
Sudeep Shah of SBI Securities recommends LTIMindtree and UltraTech Cement as top stock picks. He shares detailed technical views on Nifty and Bank Nifty for the week starting January 19, 2026.
RSRTC Turns Profitable with New Buses and Gramin Sewa
Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation (RSRTC) has transformed from a loss-making entity to profitability through 1,500 new buses, Gramin Sewa, and revenue measures, officials announced on Saturday.
Markets Cautious Amid US Trade Deal Delays
Markets adopt a cautious stance due to delays in a US trade deal, while cement demand shows strong growth in January 2026, with industry volumes up 7-8% year-on-year.
SWR Tankers for Cement to Cut Costs by 30%
South Western Railway introduces specialised tankers for cement transport, reducing costs by 30% and lowering retail cement prices by Rs 20-30 per bag.
IT Giants Face $500M Profit Hit from Labor Codes
India's top five IT companies recorded ₹4,645 crore in costs due to new labor regulations, impacting profitability by 260-320 basis points in Q3 FY26.
Industry Season 4 Release Date, Schedule & India Details
The hit finance drama Industry Season 4 premieres January 11, 2026. Get the full episode schedule and details for watching in India on JioHotstar from January 12.
Accel India: 2026 funding to mirror 2025, not a winter
Accel India's Prashanth Prakash says 2026 startup funding will resemble 2025 levels, marking a strategic shift towards profitability over a funding winter. Read the full insight.
Machine Tool Sector Eyes 11% Growth by 2031
India's machine tool industry is set for an 11% growth surge by 2031, fueled by massive rail, electrical, and defence projects. Karnataka leads national production.
Himachal Govt Not Responsible for Cement Price Hike
Himachal Pradesh Industries Minister clarifies the state government does not set cement prices, addressing public concerns. Learn about the market-driven factors behind the recent hikes.
Himachal Ministers Refute Opposition's Cement Price Claims
Himachal Pradesh ministers Harshwardhan Chauhan & Rajesh Dharmani reject Jai Ram Thakur's claims on cement price rise, clarifying state's role. Read the full facts here.
Cement Companies Set for Strong Q3 Revenue Growth
India's cement sector is poised for robust Q3 FY24 results with an expected 11% YoY demand surge, driven by infrastructure and housing. Key players like UltraTech, Ambuja, and Shree Cement in focus.
Cement Price Hike Called 'Cruel' to Disaster-Hit Himachal
Himachal Pradesh's Leader of Opposition, Jairam Thakur, condemns the recent cement price hike as an act of cruelty towards a state recovering from natural disasters. He demands immediate government intervention.
BJP's Thakur Criticises Cement Price Rise in Disaster-Hit Shimla
Leader of Opposition Jairam Thakur condemns Himachal Pradesh govt for raising cement prices post-monsoon disaster, calling it anti-people. Read how this impacts victims' recovery.
Parliamentary Committee Visits Amritsar for Industry Input
A Parliamentary Standing Committee visited Amritsar to gather feedback from local industry leaders on challenges and opportunities. The aim is to shape national policies for industrial growth and export promotion.
Steepest Cement Price Drop in South India During Q3FY26
South India witnesses a sharp 3.9% sequential cement price drop in Q3FY26 to ₹304 per bag. Oversupply and muted demand challenge profitability. Can January hikes provide relief?
OpenAI's $100bn Bet & Cash Burn Crisis: Profit Path?
OpenAI & Anthropic face investor pressure to show profit paths as cash burn soars. Can they justify $150bn VC funding & a $100bn 2026 target? Analysis inside.
Ramco Cements Sells Assets, Focus Now on Pricing Recovery
Ramco Cements exceeds asset sale target, reducing debt by ₹1,017 crore. Stock's future growth hinges on cement price recovery and higher capacity utilisation. Read the full analysis.
Cement industry to add 85-90 MTPA capacity, grow 6-7% by FY27
ICRA projects robust 6-7% cement volume growth in India by FY27, with industry adding 85-90 MTPA capacity. Key drivers include infrastructure and housing demand. Read the full analysis.
Adani's Cement Merger: ACC, Orient Fold into Ambuja
Adani Group finalises Ambuja-ACC-Orient merger to create a pan-India cement powerhouse. We analyse the winners, losers, and the road ahead in the battle with UltraTech Cement.
RBI: Banking Sector Resilient, NPA at Multi-Decade Low
RBI's latest report reveals robust health of Indian banking sector with 11.2% balance sheet growth, sustained profitability, and gross NPA ratio falling to 2.2%. Read the full analysis.
Motilal Oswal's Stock Picks: Midwest, Ambuja Cement
Motilal Oswal recommends Midwest and Ambuja Cement as top buys, citing expansion plans and strong financial targets. Discover the detailed analysis and price targets.
Adani's Rs 2,900 Crore Cement Expansion in Madhya Pradesh
Adani Cement is investing Rs 2,900 crore to set up two new grinding units in Guna and Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, creating over 3,000 jobs. This marks a major expansion of the group's cement footprint in central India.
Brokerage Calls: PhysicsWallah, LG, Ambuja Cement, RBL Bank
Goldman Sachs initiates coverage on PhysicsWallah with a neutral rating. Other key calls include Avendus on LG, Nuvama on KMEW, HSBC on Ambuja Cement, and Investec on RBL Bank. Read the full analysis.
Dalmia Bharat's Q3 Outlook: Demand Up, Pricing a Challenge
Dalmia Bharat expects mid-to-high single-digit volume growth in Q3FY26 as cement demand improves. However, muted pricing in key eastern and southern markets caps near-term upside for the stock.
Adani Cement Merger to Lift Ambuja Margins by Rs 100/Tonne
Adani Group's merger of ACC, Orient Cement with Ambuja Cements aims to cut costs and raise margins by at least Rs 100 per tonne. Streamlining to unlock operational efficiencies.
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