Airtel Q3 Profit Drops 55% Despite Revenue Growth

Bharti Airtel reports 55% decline in consolidated net profit for December 2025 quarter to Rs 6,630.5 crore, driven by higher operating costs, while revenue grows 19.6% and customer base expands significantly.

Sebi Eases Commodity Derivatives Risk Rules

SEBI proposes relaxing risk-management regulations for commodity derivatives clearing corporations, including lowering Z-score thresholds and revising Settlement Guarantee Fund requirements to reduce capital costs.

LIC Q3 Net Profit Up 17% to Rs 12,930 Crore

Life Insurance Corporation of India reports strong Q3FY26 performance with 17% rise in net profit to Rs 12,930 crore. Net premium income grows 17% YoY, while solvency ratio improves to 2.19.

Sebi Tightens Margin Rules for Stock Derivatives

SEBI has withdrawn calendar spread margin benefits on expiry day for single-stock derivatives to prevent sudden margin shortfalls and market disruptions, aligning rules with index derivatives.

Indian-Origin Balaji Krishnamurthy Named Uber CFO

Uber announces Balaji Krishnamurthy as new Chief Financial Officer effective February 16, replacing Prashanth Mahendra-Rajah. The Indian-origin executive brings extensive experience from his six-year tenure at Uber and previous roles at Goldman Sachs.

BOB Office Assistant 2026 Exam Dates Released

Bank of Baroda has released the official notification for Office Assistant (Peon) recruitment 2025-26. Preliminary exam scheduled for February 22-23, 2026 with details on pattern, marking scheme and PET for reserved categories.

LIC Q3 Profit Up 17% to ₹12,958 Crore

Life Insurance Corporation of India reported a 17% rise in Q3 net profit to ₹12,958 crore, driven by higher premium collections after tax cuts boosted retail demand for insurance products.

IOC Q3 Profit Jumps 4-Fold to ₹12,126 Crore

Indian Oil Corporation reports Q3 net profit of ₹12,125.86 crore, up from ₹2,873.53 crore last year. Strong refining margins and fuel sales growth offset petrochemical losses.

India-GCC Launch FTA Negotiations After 20 Years

India and the Gulf Cooperation Council formally launched free trade agreement negotiations, marking a strategic economic partnership expansion amid global uncertainty. The pact promises new opportunities for Indian goods, services, and investments.

Urbanetek Insurance Broking Enters Ahmedabad Market

Urbanetek Insurance Broking has strategically expanded its operations by entering the Ahmedabad market, marking a significant step in its growth trajectory to enhance insurance accessibility in Gujarat.

Nykaa Q3 Profit Jumps 157% to ₹68 Crore

FSN E-Commerce Ventures, Nykaa's parent, reports Q3 FY26 net profit of ₹68 crore, a 157% YoY surge. Revenue grows 27% to ₹2,873 crore, driven by strong beauty segment performance.

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