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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.
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.
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.
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.
Native logic: Urban Company bets on Diwali launch of AC-purifier hybrid to scale consumer durables business
This strategic move marks Urban Company's expansion beyond beauty services, aiming to capture a rapidly growing market.
Overall tele-density rises from 92.66% in Feb-26 to 93.26% in Mar-26
Ministry of Communications stated in a latest update that as per the information received from 1520 operators for the month of March 2026, the total number of broadband subscribers increased from 1059.05 million at the end of February 2026 to 1065.88 million at the end of March 2026 with a monthly growth rate of 0.65%. The number of wireline subscribers increased from 47.99 million at the end of February 2026 to 48.25 million at the end of March 2026. The net increase in the wireline subscriber base was 0.25 million with a monthly growth rate of 0.53%. The overall wireline tele-density in India increased from 3.37% at the end of February 2026 to 3.38% at the of March 2026. Urban and rural wireline tele-density were 8.37% and 0.57% respectively, at the end of March 2026. The respective share of urban subscribers, and rural subscribers in total wireline subscribers were 89.24% and 10.76% respectively at the end of March 2026.
The IPO afterlife for unicorns: How mutual funds are doubling down on next-gen leaders
Indian mutual funds have boosted their investments in five new-age companies. Funds poured into stocks like Urban Company, Ather Energy, Lenskart, Meesho, and PhysicsWallah. This shows growing confidence from domestic investors in these tech-focused businesses. Brokerages are also initiating coverage with positive outlooks. This trend indicates a significant shift in institutional capital towards India's new-age economy.
HDFC Bank, SBI to Urban Company: Here's what mutual funds bought and sold the most amid stock market crash in March
The equity funds recorded strong net inflows of ₹40,500 crore last month, up sharply from ₹26,000 crore in February, a 56% increase, even as the Indian stock market's benchmark indices posted their worst monthly fall in six years amid the US-Iran war-led selloff.
HDFC Bank, SBI to Urban Company: Here's what mutual funds bought and sold the most amid stock market crash in March - Mint
HDFC Bank, SBI to Urban Company: Here's what mutual funds bought and sold the most amid stock market crash in MarchMint
NBCC, HUDCO partner for August Kranti Bhawan redevelopment, project funding
NBCC signs two MoUs with HUDCO to redevelop August Kranti Bhawan in Delhi and secure funding for self sustainable projects, aiming to speed execution and boost urban infrastructure.
Enviro Infra wins two EPC contracts worth ₹972 crore for sewage projects
Enviro Infra Engineering wins two EPC contracts worth ₹972 crore to build sewage treatment plants and sewer networks under Swachh Bharat Mission Urban 2.0. Shares of Enviro Infra Engineering ended higher on Friday, April 10, by 1.25% at ₹173.15 on the NSE.