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Dhanuka Agritech buyback: Sixth share repurchase to open on June 4
Dhanuka Agritech’s ₹70 crore share buyback will open on June 4 and close on June 10. The company will repurchase up to 5 lakh shares at ₹1,400 apiece, offering a premium to the prevailing market price.
Colgate-Palmolive India leans on premium products, advertising to drive growth
Colgate-Palmolive India is boosting investments in premium products and advertising. The company prioritizes volume-driven growth over margin expansion. This strategy aims to capture rising consumer demand for higher-value oral care. Urban demand is recovering, benefiting premium offerings. E-commerce and quick commerce are significant growth drivers, especially for premium products.
Aditya Birla Group bets big on IPL boom, says media rights frenzy is far from over
Aditya Birla Group sees strong future growth for Indian sports. The group believes IPL media rights will keep increasing in value. This is despite current worries about fewer bidders. India's economy and sports viewership are rising. Premium sports assets are also scarce. This supports future valuations. The group recently bought Royal Challengers Bengaluru. They are optimistic about the long-term trend.
Buyback Alert: Agrochem player approves sixth repurchase plan at 30% premium; Details here
The company's promoters and promoter group will be participating in the buyback, Dhanuka's exchange filing stated. May 29 has been fixed as the record date to determine the eligibility of the shareholders who can participate in the share buyback program.
Schaeffler India opens computational research infrastructure at FSID, IISC
Schaeffler India has announced the opening of a computational research infrastructure at the Foundation for Science Innovation and Development (FSID), Bengaluru. Part of Schaeffler India's purposeful engagement with IISC, premium research academia, this supported facility strengthens research capabilities by enabling HPC (High- Performance Computing) large-scale simulations, data-intensive modelling and advanced analytics across materials, energy systems, and sustainable mobility. Additionally, these improvements will foster stronger industry collaborations, improved research quality and efficiency, and increased relevance of research in industry projects.
Britannia bets on ‘Many Indias’ strategy amid inflation, shifting consumer demand
Britannia is adopting a 'Many Indias' strategy. Startup-style teams will gain local decision-making power. This move aims to boost agility and product customisation for regional markets. The company is also investing in premium products and new food categories. These changes are expected to yield results in the coming quarters.
PMJJBY disbursed Rs 17,600 crore to families since launch in 2015: LIC
The Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana is vital for the government's 'Insurance for All by 2047' goal. Launched in 2015, it offers life cover of Rs 2 lakh for an annual premium of Rs 436. The scheme has enrolled over 27 crore individuals and disbursed Rs 17,600 crore in claims.
Premiumisation and expansion into new markets key focus areas: Mother Dairy MD
Mother Dairy is prioritizing premium products and expanding into new markets. The company is also strengthening its distribution network and increasing its presence on quick commerce platforms. This strategy aims to meet evolving consumer demands and address competition. Mother Dairy anticipates significant growth in the coming fiscal year, projecting revenue to reach Rs 24,000 crore.
Game of cards: Top banking players opt for tight gambit, rivals up the ante
Since the start of the calendar year, major devaluations have hit multiple premium and super-premium cards, shocking the high spenders. No card has been spared, be it the ICICI Emeralde Private Metal (removal of some vouchers for accelerated rewards), American Express Platinum Travel (higher spend milestones for bonus rewards), or Axis Bank (removal of three popular transfer partners without advance notice). HDFC Bank, too, has asked its Infinia customers to clock in annual spends of at least Rs 18 lakh or maintain a total relationship value of at least Rs 50 lakh to retain the by-invite-only metal.
Aristo Pharma buys office space for Rs 111 crore in Mumbai’s Andheri West
Aristo Pharmaceuticals has bought office space in Mumbai's Andheri West. The deal is valued at over Rs 111.26 crore. This acquisition covers two floors in the Parinee I commercial tower. The total carpet area is over 18,300 sq ft. This purchase highlights sustained demand for premium commercial assets. It also signals a trend of end-users investing in owned office spaces.
Challenger brands ride the premium wave in India’s evolving F&B sector
Premiumisation is the new currency in India’s F&B sector. Young consumers and a demand for global flavour profile, convenient snacking, and clean-label products are driving this surge.
IPL 2026 Injury Tracker: Full List Of Injured/Unavailable Players For 19th Edition Of Indian Premier League
Most of the injured list and ruled out players list features premium fast bowlers