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Schaeffler India Limited   the Motion Technology Company, announced that the Board of Directors approved the results for the second quarter, ended June 30, 2026. April – June 2026 (Second Quarter) Revenue from operations (net) for the quarter (Q2’26) was INR 26,814 million, 17.5% higher than the corresponding quarter of 2025 and 7.0% higher than preceding quarter (Q1’26) PBT (before exceptional items) for the quarter (Q2’26) was INR 4,525 million, 13.7% higher than the corresponding quarter of 2025. PBT margin for the quarter stood at 16.9 %, compared to 17.4% during the corresponding quarter of 2025 and 17.0%   during the preceding quarter (Q1’26) Net Profit for the quarter was INR 3,367 million and net profit margin stood at 12.6%   January – June 2026 (Six Months) Revenue from operations (net) for the six months period was INR 51,884 million, higher by 18.1%   than the corresponding period of 2025 PBT (before exceptional items) for the six months per...

SBI Life Insurance, one of the leading life insurers in the country registered a New Business Premium of ₹8,908 crores for the period ended on 30th June, 2026 vis-a-vis ₹7,268 crores for the period ended 30th June, 2025. Regular premium has increased by 40% over the period ended on 30th June, 2025. Establishing a clear focus on protection, SBI Life’s protection new business premium stood at ₹1,958 crores for the period ended 30th June, 2026, marking a growth of 100%. Protection Individual new business premium registered a growth of 22% and stood at ₹202 crores for the period ended 30th June, 2026. Individual New Business Premium stands at ₹5,613 crores with 14% growth over the period ended on 30th June, 2025. SBI Life’s profit after tax stands at ₹725 crores for the period ended 30th June, 2026 with a growth of 22% over the period ended on 30th June, 2025. The company’s solvency ratio continues to remain robust at 1.96 as on 30th June, 2026 as against the regulatory requirement o...

The creativity and imagination of young artists are so beautifully brought out in the group painting exhibition titled Infinite Expressions 2026 – Season 9. Organised by DESSIN ACADEMY INSTITUTE OF FINE ARTS the exhibition is a speculator visual treat. The fantastic exhibition was inaugurated by Mr. Sathiyamoorthy Saravanan, Film Director, Writer & Artist by cutting the ribbon and lighting the lamp on 24 th July 2026. The exhibition is on till 30 th   July 2026, from 11:00 am and 06:00 pm at  Lalit Kala Akademi, Greams Road, Chennai.   Awarding ceremony will be held on 30 th July 2026. Your presence and encouragement will inspire these talented children to dream bigger, create fearlessly, and believe in their artistic journey. Come, appreciate their wonderful artworks, motivate them with your support, and make this celebration of art truly memorable. All are welcome.  

The Event and Entertainment Management Association (EEMA) recently hosted a press event at Victoria Public Hall in Chennai to reveal the much-anticipated EEMAGINE 2026, which is set for August 7th to 9th, 2026, at the ITC Grand Chola in Chennai.  Shri D V Vinod greeted everyone at the event. EEMA President Shri Samit Garg spoke to the attendees. Shri Sidharth Ganeriwala shared the introductory schedule for EEMAGINE 26. Smt M. Ranghini gave the closing remarks.

Godrej Consumer Products Limited (GCPL) announced the national launch of Godrej Bloq, its underarm deo & antiperspirant brand, while partnering with Bhamla Foundation to support the distribution of 500 Pink E-Rickshaws to women across Maharashtra. The initiative brings together women empowerment, livelihood generation, and sustainable mobility, while marking the debut of a new personal care offering designed for active, on-the-go consumers. Launched by the Government of Maharashtra, the Pink E-Rickshaw Scheme aims to create livelihood opportunities for women through vehicle ownership and entrepreneurship. To further expand the programme, Bhamla Foundation is distributing 500 additional beneficiaries by funding the beneficiary contribution under the scheme and facilitating financing, training, registration and onboarding support. As part of the partnership, Godrej Bloq is supporting the distribution of 500 Pink E-Rickshaws and providing Bloq Freshness Kits to participating drivers...

EuroKids Preschool, India's leading preschool brand, announced the launch of Junior PlayGroup, a first-of-its-kind structured early learning programme designed exclusively for children aged 18-24 months. Built around a specialised curriculum, expert educators and safe learning environments, the programme has been created to support one of the most important stages of child development. Traditionally, structured preschool education in India begins around the age of two-and-a-half or three. Junior PlayGroup bridges this gap by creating an age-appropriate learning environment that supports children's developmental milestones. Rather than introducing academics earlier, it focuses on nurturing communication, movement, curiosity, emotional security and cognitive development through engaging, development-focused experiences. Designed to meet the evolving needs of today's parents, Junior PlayGroup offers a safe and nurturing environment where children can confidently begin thei...