In a year defined by shifting investor sentiment and renewed interest in electric mobility, Ather Energy—India’s rising electric two-wheeler manufacturer—has begun to steady its financial trajectory. The Bengaluru-based firm reported a narrowed quarterly loss of Rs. 234.4 crore for the March quarter of the previous fiscal year, a marked improvement from Rs. 283.3 crore in the same period last year. Operational revenue jumped by nearly 30 percent year-on-year, signaling growing consumer demand.

In a pivotal move signaling confidence in India’s fast-growing quick-commerce sector, Motilal Oswal and Raamdeo Agrawal, co-founders of Motilal Oswal Financial Services, have invested Rs. 848 crore (USD 100 million) in Zepto through a secondary share purchase. The transaction—executed via proprietary capital—comes amid a broader USD 350 million funding initiative to increase domestic ownership in Zepto before its upcoming IPO. With Indian shareholding at just over 42%, the company aims to exceed the 50% mark.

India has declined the United Kingdom's request to include a 'data exclusivity' clause in their recently concluded Free Trade Agreement (FTA), prioritizing the preservation of its USD 25 billion generic pharmaceutical industry. The move is a deliberate stance to protect affordable drug access and export-driven domestic production, which supplies nearly half of its output to global markets. With major global pharmaceutical players like AstraZeneca and GSK headquartered in the UK, the data exclusivity clause would have curbed competition from Indian generics.

Raymond Lifestyle reported a consolidated net loss of Rs. 44.95 crore in the fourth quarter of FY25, reversing its net profit of Rs. 235.58 crore from the same period a year earlier. This downturn was attributed to a combination of subdued consumer sentiment, inflationary pressures, and an unexpected ransomware attack that crippled supply chain operations. The company's revenue from operations declined by 11.3% year-on-year to Rs. 1,494.15 crore.

A volatile standoff between India and Pakistan, marked by four days of aerial assaults, missile exchanges, and explosive-laden drone attacks, culminated in a sudden and fragile ceasefire. Behind the scenes, a flurry of secret communications and high-stakes diplomacy unfolded, as military officials and global intermediaries scrambled to prevent a broader catastrophe between the two nuclear-armed rivals.

Jyothy Labs Ltd, a prominent FMCG company behind brands like Ujala, Pril, and Margo, reported a 2.4% decline in its consolidated net profit for the March quarter of FY25, reaching Rs. 76.27 crore. Despite a slight increase in revenue from operations, the company faced challenges with soft consumer demand and weak urban consumption. However, it managed to achieve modest growth in volume and maintained strong momentum in modern trade.

In a strategic move that underscores the growing promise of digital financial infrastructure, Filter Capital has invested approximately Rs 85 crore (USD 10 million) in M1xchange, a leading trade receivables discounting platform. This secondary transaction signals robust investor confidence in the role of digital supply chain financing as a game-changer for India’s underserved micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs).

Amid mounting geopolitical friction, the Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) has issued a nationwide call urging over 700 trade associations in Delhi to sever commercial ties with China and Turkey. Citing both countries’ antagonistic stance on issues central to India’s national interest—particularly the Indo-Pak conflict—CTI has emphasized the need to reduce economic dependency on foreign powers that fail to align with India’s strategic priorities.

Usha Martin, a leading manufacturer of wire ropes, reported a decline in net profit for the fourth quarter of FY25, despite healthy revenue growth. The company's consolidated net profit fell 5% year-on-year to Rs. 100.91 crore due to elevated operating expenses. Total income rose to Rs. 919.73 crore, underscoring solid top-line performance, but cost inflation squeezed margins. For the full fiscal year, profit declined to Rs. 406.32 crore. The board recommended a dividend of Rs.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has officially announced the resumption of the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) following an earlier disruption. After extensive dialogue with government and security agencies, the Board has confirmed that the remaining 17 matches will be played across six designated venues from May 17 to June 3, 2025. This revised schedule includes double-headers on two Sundays and a full playoff slate leading up to the final.