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Q4 Results LIVE Updates: SBI, BoB to round off earnings-heavy week; BSE, Britannia react to numbers
Q4 Results LIVE Updates: Today's earnings session belongs to PSU Banks and platform companies. India's largest lender, State Bank of India, will be reporting results today and the street will keenly await guidance for FY27 from them. Along with SBI, Bank of Baroda, Bank of India will also be reporting numbers today. Among platform companies, Swiggy, Urban Company, Niva Bupa report results today as well. Apart from these companies, there are plenty of other companies reporting numbers and those that will be reacting to their numbers as well. Watch this space for all the Live earnings updates, stock reactions and management commentary.
CAG conducting special audit of 101 cities to assess ease of living, says Murthy
India is auditing 101 cities to understand citizen ease of living. The Comptroller and Auditor General is also examining transport and logistics. This is part of a BRICS summit in Bengaluru focusing on urban mobility. Cities are vital for India's GDP and job creation. Effective urban mobility requires integrated systems, not just infrastructure.
Telangana govt seeks Centre’s approval for Rs 38,595-crore Hyderabad Metro Phase-II project
Telangana government seeks Union government approval for the ₹38,595 crore Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase-II project. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy met Union Minister Manohar Lal Khattar to expedite approvals. The state aims for a joint venture for the 122.9 km expansion. Hyderabad's rapid growth necessitates this urban transport network enhancement.
Star Health to launch affordable health insurance plans targeting tier 2, 3 markets
As healthcare expenses soar, Star Health is bracing for premium increases in the next fiscal year. In a proactive move, the insurer is rolling out a series of affordable health insurance options tailored for smaller urban areas. These plans will incorporate a curated list of hospitals to not only streamline costs but also enhance accessibility for policyholders in these communities.
Municipalities planning large bond issues await clarity on end-use guidelines
Three months after a ₹100 crore incentive for municipal bonds in the FY27 budget, urban bodies await guidelines on fund usage. Several municipalities, including Ahmedabad and Brihanmumbai, are planning bond issuances, but investor concerns arise from unclear fund deployment regulations.
Instant help services face scalability test amid worker shortages in peak summer period
Seasonal migration and slow workforce formalisation are straining on-demand maid services, leaving platforms struggling to match surging urban demand during peak periods.
EMS zooms on bagging Rs 144-cr order from UP Jal Nigam
EMS zoomed 7.43% to Rs 369.25 after it has received a letter of acceptance (LoA) worth Rs 144 crore from UP Jal Nigam (Urban), Varanasi, for sewer network and house connection works.
Afcons Infrastructure bags Rs 373-cr civil works order
Afcons Infrastructure announced that it has secured orders worth Rs 373 crore for civil infrastructure works under its Urban Infrastructure and Metro business unit.
Afcons Infra secures ₹373 crore orders for urban, metro projects in April
Afcons Infrastructure wins ₹373 crore urban and metro EPC and tunnelling orders, 20% equity lock in ends, shares close at ₹342, up 0.68%.
Q4 Results This Week: L&T, BHEL among 120-plus companies set to report numbers
From Nifty 50 names like Larsen & Toubro, Mahindra & Mahindra, Titan, Bajaj Auto, Tata Consumer, to important broader market names like BHEL, Manappuram Finance, Lupin, Petronet LNG, Urban Company, Paytm and others, these companies will be reporting their March quarter results over the course of this upcoming week.
Ceigall India says its joint venture CIL-SAM bags Rs 918-cr order from Jaipur Metro
Ceigall India's joint venture, CIL-SAM India, has secured a Rs 918.04-crore project from Jaipur Metro Rail Corporation for Phase-II expansion. The contract involves designing and constructing an 10.8 km elevated viaduct and ten metro stations, with a 34-month execution timeline. This win signifies Ceigall India's diversification into urban mobility projects.
Axis Bank opens its first digital locker-focussed branch
Axis Bank has opened its first digital locker branch in New Delhi. This new facility aims to provide advanced security and customer experience through automated locker services. The bank is responding to a growing demand for safe deposit lockers, especially in urban areas. Industry estimates predict a significant increase in locker requirements by 2030.