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Puravankara clears ₹145 crore sale of subsidiary to ICICI Prudential AIF-backed entity
On Thursday (June 25), shares of Puravankara Ltd ended at ₹214.15, down by ₹0.60, or 0.28%, on the BSE.
Meta Infotech bags Rs 5-cr software subscription orders
Meta Infotech announced that it has secured fresh and renewal orders aggregating Rs 5.43 crore from a leading real estate company and its group entities, a life insurance company, and one of the largest private sector banks.
HDFC Life reports 12 per cent premium growth in FY26, retail protection business rises 43 per cent
HDFC Life Insurance reported a robust 12% year-on-year growth in total premium for FY26, with its retail protection business soaring by 43%. The insurer solidified its position among the top three, achieving a 10.8% new business market share. Profit after tax reached Rs 1,910 crore, and assets under management grew to Rs 3.75 lakh crore.
LIC CFO Sunil Agrawal resigns months after his term was extended to March 2027
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) informed the stock exchanges of a change in its senior management, with Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Sunil Agrawal resigning after more than four years in the role.
LIC CFO Sunil Agrawal resigns to pursue other opportunities
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) announced the resignation of its chief financial officer (CFO) and key managerial personnel (KMP), Sunil Agrawal, who has stepped down to pursue better career opportunities.
HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd soars 0.14%, up for fifth straight session
HDFC Life Insurance Company Ltd is quoting at Rs 598, up 0.14% on the day as on 12:44 IST on the NSE. The stock is down 23.3% in last one year as compared to a 4.38% drop in NIFTY and a 1.04% drop in the Nifty Financial Services.
Ageas Federal Life Insurance declares over ₹202 crore bonus for FY26, up 15% YoY
Ageas Federal Life Insurance announces ₹202 crore bonus for FY25-26, a 15% rise, benefiting 1.40 lakh policyholders and marking its 12th yearly payout.
Record Date Alert: From Bajaj Auto to HUL, companies set for corporate actions this week
A number of major companies which announced share buybacks, dividends and bonus issue of shares for its shareholders are set to see their record dates in the upcoming week. Some of the major ones include Bajaj Auto, Hindustan Unilever, Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) among others. Here's a look at the complete list:
Mcap of 9 most valued firms jumps ₹2.15 trn, Airtel biggest winner
The combined market valuation of nine of the top-10 most valued firms jumped by Rs 2.15 lakh crore last week, with Bharti Airtel emerging as the biggest winner, in line with improving global risk sentiment. Last week, the BSE benchmark Sensex jumped 1,274.95 points, or 1.68 per cent. "Indian equity markets extended their recovery during the week, supported by easing geopolitical concerns, softer crude oil prices, and improving global risk sentiment. Although negotiations remain ongoing and the agreement is yet to be fully implemented, the reduction in geopolitical uncertainty has significantly improved market sentiment," Ponmudi R, CEO - Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth tech firm, said. The market valuation of Bharti Airtel surged by Rs 52,432.67 crore to Rs 11,62,963.30 crore, the most among the top-10 firms. Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) added Rs 51,675.23 crore, taking its valuation to Rs 5,56,726.30 crore. The valuation of Bajaj Finance soared by Rs 26,55
Reading Between The Lines: The Illusion of Protection? Why Soaring Premiums Leave Indians Underinsured
India bought more than Rs 4.5 lakh crore of new life insurance premium in 2025-26
Societe General, Prudential, others buy 3 per cent stake in Anthem Biosciences for Rs 1,275 cr
Global investors including Societe Generale and Prudential Hong Kong, alongside Indian mutual funds and insurance companies, have bought a 3 percent stake in Anthem Biosciences. The deal, valued at Rs 1,275 crore, saw promoter Aruna Ganesh exit the company. This significant transaction reshapes the promoter's holding in the integrated Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organisation.
ICICI Prudential AMC shares fall 2% as IPO lock-in expiry frees up Rs 1.2 lakh crore stake for trade
ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company shares dropped on Friday. This followed the expiry of the six-month IPO lock-in period. A significant number of shares became available for trading. The company's stock has seen fluctuations since its December listing. Despite recent dips, it remains higher than its IPO and listing prices. The company reported strong earnings growth for the financial year.