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Life insurers' premium income up 19% in Apr-May
Life insurance premiums surged 19% to ₹62,581 crore in April-May, fueled by strong individual policy sales and improved retail demand post-GST exemption. Both LIC and private players saw healthy gains, with overall policy numbers rising 5%. This growth highlights renewed customer interest in savings and protection products.
PE investor BC Investments sells Rs 612 crore stake in Emcure Pharma; Kotak MF picks up stake
Private equity firm BC Investments IV sold a Rs 612 crore stake in Emcure Pharmaceuticals to Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund at Rs 1,700 per share. Despite this divestment, analysts remain positive on Emcure's growth outlook across its core therapeutic segments.
Ajanta Pharma promoter sells ₹1,024 crore stake; mutual funds step in as buyers
A promoter entity of Ajanta Pharma has sold a 2.8% stake in the drugmaker for over ₹1,000 crore through a block deal, with Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund and Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund emerging as the key buyers.
Promoter sells Rs 1,024 crore worth of Ajanta Pharma shares in block deal to Kotak MF and ABSL MF
A promoter entity of Ajanta Pharma sold shares worth over Rs 1,024 crore through a block deal, with Kotak Mahindra Mutual Fund and Aditya Birla Sun Life Mutual Fund acquiring the stake. The transaction comes amid strong earnings growth, healthy margins and sustained momentum in the company’s pharmaceutical business.
Ola Electric records 23% MoM growth in registrations in May 2026
Ola Electric today announced sustained growth momentum in May 2026, with registrations rising to 15,139 units, up from 12,323 units in April, according to VAHAN data. It represents a 23% MoM increase, building on the recovery momentum seen in the months of March and April 2026.
Ola Electric sees 23 pc growth in monthly registrations in May
Ola Electric saw a significant jump in vehicle registrations last month. May Sales increased by 23 percent compared to April. This growth outpaced the overall electric two-wheeler market. The company attributes this success to retail changes and better operations. Rising petrol prices are also encouraging more buyers to switch to electric vehicles. Ola Electric is focused on expanding electric vehicle adoption.
IRCTC Says Rising Vande Bharat Revenue Brings GST Cost That Weighs On Catering Margins
IRCTC said rising revenue from Vande Bharat and other premium trains is increasing GST-related costs in its catering business, limiting margin gains despite strong sales growth.
ICICI Bank adds most credit cards in April amid rising competition
Axis Bank added 63,446 cards in April, less than half its February tally. Kotak Mahindra Bank remained steady at 33,038 additions. "We are focused on growing the business and growing it with the right set of customers in a profitable way," said ICICI Bank Group chief financial officer Anindya Banerjee. "We have been seeing reasonably steady new customer acquisition and would hope to see better numbers in terms of growth."
ICICI Bank adds most credit cards in April amid rising competition
Axis Bank added 63,446 cards in April, less than half its February tally. Kotak Mahindra Bank remained steady at 33,038 additions. "We are focused on growing the business and growing it with the right set of customers in a profitable way," said ICICI Bank Group chief financial officer Anindya Banerjee. "We have been seeing reasonably steady new customer acquisition and would hope to see better numbers in terms of growth."
The Great Consumption Reset: How a billion Indians changed what they buy
India's consumption landscape is evolving, with consumers favouring experiences, digital services, and premium products over basic goods. Kotak Mutual Fund's report shows a surge in foreign travel spending and premium smartphone sales, indicating a shift towards higher-value purchases.
Retail health premium growth rises to 31% YoY in April 2026, anchoring non-life insurance sector: Kotak Institutional Securities
Indian non-life insurance saw robust growth in April 2026. Retail health premiums surged 31 percent year-on-year. Motor insurance also performed well. Private players and standalone health insurers are gaining market share from public sector companies. Commercial lines faced challenges, though marine and engineering segments showed resilience. This indicates a dynamic shift in the insurance landscape.
India's EV battery demand to grow 10 times to 200 GWh by 2032: IESA
India's electric vehicle battery demand will surge tenfold by 2032. This growth presents significant opportunities in component localization and supply chain development. The market is transforming with advancements in batteries, motors, and manufacturing. Electric two-wheelers lead sales, but passenger cars and light commercial fleets will drive future expansion. New battery chemistries and motor technologies are emerging.