Grasim Industries Ltd, the flagship holding company of the Aditya Birla Group, reported a 9.23% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit for the March quarter of FY25, reaching Rs. 2,973.26 crore. Revenue from operations for the quarter grew 17.33% to Rs. 44,267.26 crore. For the full fiscal year, however, net profit declined nearly 22% due to heavy capital expenditure in new business verticals—particularly its Building Materials segment, which includes the newly launched paints business, Birla Opus.

India recorded a marginal decline in coal imports during the 2024–25 fiscal year, underscoring the nation’s growing reliance on domestic production to meet its energy demands. Total imports dipped by 1.7%, reflecting an abundant domestic stockpile and strategic efforts to enhance self-sufficiency. While non-coking and coking coal imports fell, domestic coal output surged past the one billion tonne mark for the first time, registering a year-on-year growth of nearly 5%.

Tata Motors is steering into the new fiscal with a comprehensive strategy aimed at reinforcing its market leadership, despite macroeconomic challenges and shifting regulatory dynamics. The company is prioritizing retail expansion, cost optimization, and product innovation, especially in its commercial vehicle division. With expectations of improved fleet utilization and macroeconomic stability, Tata Motors remains bullish on sustained growth.

India’s financial markets witnessed a dual development last week: while the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) introduced critical reforms to enhance transparency and efficiency in the corporate bond market, Tata Motors outlined an aggressive pivot to electric mobility despite facing a dip in EV sales in FY25. SEBI's circular eases yield calculations and mandates stricter cash flow disclosures for debt instruments on the RFQ platform, effective August 2025.

At the recent Zee Cine Awards, the red carpet shimmered not just with sequins and silk, but with the unmistakable arrival of Bollywood’s Gen-Z vanguard. Rising stars Ananya Panday, Rasha Thadani, and Shanaya Kapoor turned heads in contemporary takes on traditional Indian sarees, signaling a shift in fashion sensibilities among India’s youngest screen celebrities. While each actress brought her unique charm and sartorial identity to the event, Ananya Panday emerged as the clear favorite among fans online, earning widespread praise for her sophisticated yet minimalistic ensemble.

The 23rd edition of the Zee Cine Awards, held on May 17, 2025, in Mumbai, unfolded as a vibrant celebration of cinematic brilliance and star power. With captivating performances, emotional victories, and red-carpet glamour, the evening reflected the evolving pulse of Bollywood. Maddock Films’ Stree 2 emerged as the evening’s most celebrated film, winning major awards including Best Film (Viewer’s Choice), Best Actress, Best Director, and Best Music.

Indian playback singer Sonu Kakkar recently made headlines after revealing an emotional estrangement from her siblings, renowned music artists Neha Kakkar and Tony Kakkar. The now-deleted statement, which expressed deep emotional pain, left fans surprised and concerned. However, the family feud appears to have been short-lived. The siblings were seen celebrating their parents' wedding anniversary together, marking a public reconciliation. Sonu later posted a heartfelt message declaring, “Love is the answer,” indicating that familial bonds had prevailed.

In a decisive move to leverage the burgeoning real estate market in Mohali and address longstanding public grievances, the Punjab government has officially realigned the administrative boundaries of eight villages from Rajpura sub-division in Patiala district to Banur sub-tehsil of Mohali. This transfer significantly reduces residents’ travel distances for revenue and litigation matters while dramatically inflating land valuations—from Rs. 2 crore per acre to an unprecedented Rs. 4 crore.

At Google I/O 2025, the tech titan unveiled its most significant leap yet into autonomous artificial intelligence: AI Mode. This feature, building on the AI Overviews introduced in 2024, promises to fundamentally transform how users search, shop, and interact with digital content. Key innovations include Agentic AI, real-time visual search, and autonomous e-commerce transactions. With Gemini 2.5 at its core, AI Mode marks a decisive pivot from traditional keyword-based SEO strategies to a conversational, generative model.

In a revealing conversation, veteran actor Suniel Shetty disclosed that his daughter, Athiya Shetty, has officially stepped away from the film industry. Known for her understated filmography and strong public presence in fashion and brand endorsements, Athiya has made the personal decision to distance herself from acting. Her last major screen appearance was in 2019’s Motichoor Chaknachoor. Suniel praised her clarity and independence in choosing a life path outside of cinematic fame, one that now centers around personal fulfillment, including marriage and family.