Mumbai, August 14, 2026: Finkurve Financial Services Limited (NSE: FINKURVE; BSE: 508954), one of the leading tech-first gold loan NBFCs, announced its financial performance for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. Finkurve Financial Services Limited continued its growth trajectory in Q1 FY27, with Assets Under Management (AUM) rising 134.5% YoY to INR 1,270.4 crore, including off-book AUM of INR 38 crore. The Company also expanded its branch network to 118 branches from 83 a year ago, serving 31,522 active gold loan customers as of June 30, 2026.…
NITCO records 26 percent revenue growth in Core Business in Q1 FY27; continues strong business momentum
Mumbai, 14th Aug 2026: NITCO Limited, one of India’s leading premium surfaces brand, announced its consolidated financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, reporting strong year-on-year growth in its core Tiles, Marble and RelatedProducts business, reflecting continued market momentum and growing demand for its premium surfaces portfolio. For Q1 FY27, NITCO’s consolidated revenue from the core business products stood at INR 114.74 crores,…
STUDDS launches limited-edition Nardo Grey series across seven helmets, with only 1,947 units produced: A nod to the year India gained independence
Mumbai, Aug 14: STUDDS Accessories Ltd., one of the world’s two-wheeler helmet manufacturers, has launched a limited-edition Nardo Grey colour range across seven of its most popular helmet models, timed to India’s 80th Independence Day. Only 1,947 units have been produced across both gloss and matt finishes. The number is an ode to 1947, the year India gained independence. Nardo Grey has its roots in…
Fitclass Expands Footprint with New Gym in Greater Noida, Takes Its Network to 25 plus Gyms
Greater Noida, August 14: Fitclass, India’s rapidly expanding premium fitness brand, has announced the launch of its new gym in Knowledge Park 2, Greater Noida, further strengthening its presence across the National Capital Region. With the latest launch, Fitclass says it has grown to a network of 25+ gyms since its inception in 2026, marking an accelerated expansion journey in the organised fitness space. Located at India Expo Plaza, Knowledge Park 2, Greater Noida, the new facility brings together structured training, expert-led fitness programmes and wellness…
Odisha Takes ‘Vocal for Local’ to National and Global Markets Through ORMAS
Bhubaneswar: Under the leadership of Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi, Odisha is stepping up efforts to promote its rural products, traditional craftsmanship and local enterprises in wider national and international markets, reinforcing the spirit of ‘Vocal for Local’. A major step in this direction is the participation of the Odisha Rural Development and Marketing Society (ORMAS) in the Bharatiya Vyapar Mahotsav 2026 at…
YSR Kadapa’s SMART Kitchens Transform School Meal Delivery for Nearly 1 Lakh Children
Kadapa, Andhra Pradesh: YSR Kadapa district is reshaping school meal delivery through its SMART Kitchen Initiative, combining technology, modern infrastructure, efficient logistics, sustainability and community participation to strengthen nutrition services for children. Under the Aspirational Districts and Aspirational Blocks Programmes, 38 SMART Kitchens across the district are serving nearly 1 lakh children every day. The initiative operates through 105 optimised delivery routes and 95 dedicated…
Where to Travel This Independence Day Weekend
Aug 14: The Independence Day weekend offers the perfect opportunity to step away from the everyday and rediscover the joy of travel. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with yourself through a wellness retreat, immerse yourself in India’s rich heritage, venture into the wilderness, or enjoy the comforts of a luxury city stay, a thoughtfully planned getaway can make the long weekend truly memorable. These…
FADA Academy Goes Global: Successfully Conducts Its First-Ever Ivy League Strategic Leadership Programme at Imperial College London
Mumbai, Aug 14: The Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), through its learning and leadership platform FADA Academy, successfully conducted its first-ever Global Leadership Programme – Ivy League Strategic Leadership Programme at Imperial College Business School, London, from 20th to 24th July 2026. The five-day immersive programme brought together an exclusive cohort of 18 accomplished Automotive Retail Leaders, Dealer Principals, Business Owners and Next-Generation Leaders…
Covestro Covestro-backed BioBTX to produce aromatics from waste
Aug 14: Dutch circular chemistry technology developer BioBTX is building its world’s first commercial-scale plant to transform mixed plastic waste into high quality aromatic chemicals based on its in-house developed ICCP technology. Covestro has been a shareholder and strategic partner of the Groningen-based company since 2024, with a mid-single-digit million Euro stake. The plant, which shall create 35 new jobs, will be built at Chemical Park Delfzijl at the…
Indian Markets Open Lower as Geopolitical Concerns Weigh on Sentiment
Mumbai, August 14, 2026: Indian equity markets opened on a cautious note on Friday, with both benchmark indices declining as renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East weighed on investor sentiment. At 9:15 a.m. IST, the BSE Sensex fell 178 points, or 0.23 per cent, to 77,903.43, while the NSE Nifty 50 slipped 34 points, or 0.14 per cent, to 24,361.90. The weakness was broad-based,…