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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.
India supplies 20% of global generic medicines; its IP rules WTO-compliant: GTRI
India is a major global supplier of affordable generic medicines. The United States continues to pressure India regarding intellectual property protection for pharmaceuticals. India maintains its intellectual property regime is compliant with international trade rules. This ongoing issue reflects long-standing differences between the two nations. India's stance aims to protect its generics industry and ensure access to affordable healthcare worldwide.
Reliance Retail buys Priyanka Chopra Jonas’ Anomaly in beauty expansion push
Reliance Retail has acquired Priyanka Chopra Jonas's global haircare brand Anomaly. This move expands Reliance Retail's beauty and personal care offerings. Anomaly is known for its clean, vegan, and affordable products. Reliance Retail plans to scale the brand in India and internationally. Priyanka Chopra Jonas will continue as Creative Director. This acquisition strengthens Reliance Retail's position in the beauty market.
PNB Housing Finance share surge 11% after margins expand, asset quality improves in strong Q4
Affordable and emerging markets remained key growth drivers and together they contributed a meaningful share of both the retail portfolio and retail disbursements. This is the best single-day gain for shares of PNB Housing Finance in two years.
Paid music streaming hits the right note as free users fade
India's music streaming sector is seeing strong growth. Paid subscribers have increased significantly and are expected to rise further. Affordable plans, telecom bundles, and better payment systems are boosting numbers. Streamers are also focusing on regional content and superior audio quality. Live events are seen as a future differentiator.
Cult.fit's fitness playbook widens: Affordable gyms, Pilates studios and products fuel growth
The company is investing in mass-market centres like Cult Neo, premium Pilates studios, and a rapidly growing consumer products division as it aims to become an active lifestyle brand. This puts it in competition with boutique studios, independent gyms and a growing wave of D2C fitness brands.
Up 2,900% in 6 years! Multibagger stock Titan Biotech trades ex-split in 1:5 ratio, jumps 20%
Multibagger stock: Titan Biotech shares surged 20% to ₹312 after a 1:5 stock split, enhancing liquidity and making shares more affordable for retail investors. The small-cap stock has delivered massive returns to its shareholders by maintaining a consistent winning run.
Meesho stock gains 2.5% as Citi initiates coverage with Buy rating, sees value-commerce opportunity
Citi described Meesho as a value-focused e-commerce platform with strong strategic differentiation and said its marketplace-led model helps reduce operating costs for sellers while offering affordable products to consumers.