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Power Finance Corporation Ltd (Standalone & Consolidated) Q4/FY’24 Results - 15th May, 2024 Consolidated Financial Highlights PFC Group registered the highest annual Profit After Tax (PAT) with 25% increase - Rs. 21,179 crores in FY’23 to Rs. 26,461 crores in FY’24. PFC Group continues to be the largest NBFC Group in India with total balance sheet size crossing more than Rs.10 lakh crore in FY’24 – The current balance sheet size is 10.39 lakh crores. 16% growth in consolidated loan asset book from Rs. 8,57,500 crores as on 31.03.2023 to Rs. 9,90,824 crores as on 31.03.2024 Consolidated Net worth (including  non-controlling interest) increased by 20% - Rs. 1,11,981 crores as on 31.03.2023 to Rs. 1,34,289 crores as on 31.03.2024 The consolidated Gross NPA nearly touches 3% and is at 3.02% in FY’24 vs. 3.66% in FY’23. Owing to active resolution efforts, consolidated Net NPA has reached its lowest level at 0.85% in FY’24 from 1.03% in FY’23. Stand Alone Financial Highlights PFC is now

  From a pauper to NRI: cast of Sony SAB’s ‘Aangan Aapno Kaa’ share their experience of donning various avatars in a recent track Mumbai May 15, 2024:  Sony SAB’s  Aangan Aapno Kaa  narrates a heartwarming tale of a single father Jaidev Sharma  (Mahesh Thakur)  and his three daughters Deepika  (Neetha Shetty),  Tanvi  (Aditi Rathod)  and Pallavi  (Ayushi Khurana) . In the current track, the three daughters have come together to trap the fraudster Pappi Mehra  (Ashwin Kaushal),  who has wronged not only the Sharma family but also Pallavi’s in-laws, the Awasthi family. To catch Pappi in his web of lies, Tanvi has transformed into Manu Ahluwalia, an NRI woman who has come to India to sell her land. Donning a blonde wig, a beach hat, and speaking with a foreign accent, Tanvi is nailing her new role. Meanwhile, Deepika has swapped her naturally curly hair for a straight-hair wig and adopted a fake accent to pose as Tanvi’s assistant. Other family members have taken on various roles to make

Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited  gets Sebi nod for Rs 1500 crore IPO Indian-made foreign liquor (IMFL) maker Allied Blenders and Distillers has received final observation from the capital markets regulator, Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), to raise Rs 1500 crore through an initial public offering (IPO). The Company had refiled its IPO papers with Sebi on January 15, 2024. The shares are offered at a face value of Rs 2 and is a mix of fresh issue of up to Rs 1000 crore and an offer for sale of up to Rs 500 crore by Promoters and Promoter Group. The offer for sale comprises up to Rs 250 crore by Bina Kishore Chhabria, Rs 125 crore by Resham Chhabria Jeetendra Hemdev and Rs 125 crore by Neesha Kishore Chhabria. The offer also includes a reservation for subscription by eligible employees. The proceeds from its fresh issuance to the extent of Rs 720 crore will be utilized for prepayment or scheduled re-payment of a portion of certain outstanding borrowings availed by th

BlinkX  and Google Cloud collaborate   to deliver customer delight with the ClienTech framework Mumbai, 14 May 2024:  In a move to reshape the landscape of the financial technology industry, Google Cloud and the new digital broker brand BlinkX, introduced by JM Financial, are excited to announce a strategic collaboration that heralds the dawn of the 'ClienTech' era—a ground-breaking approach that puts the client at the center of financial innovation, through unprecedented levels of personalization and customer understanding. The partnership represents a melding of Google Cloud’s data analytics capabilities and cloud operations with BlinkX's forward-thinking approach to financial services blended with their in-house technological prowess. This collaboration aims to introduce a new paradigm in the fintech sector by leveraging the power of sophisticated algorithms, integration of LLMs (Large Language Models) and personalized data analytics to tailor financial services directly

NAVIGATING THE STRESS OF FIRST PERIODS!! ●         A Mumbai girl recently committed suicide due to period stress & misinformation on periods!! ●         Inconsistent access to education on menstrual health and puberty a major cause of stress among teenagers ●         It’s still a taboo to bring up the topic or ask questions about periods in families Shame, stigma and misinformation surrounding menstruation are contributing to serious human rights concerns for women and girls, emphasizes a new report commissioned by UNFPA. It powerfully underscores the ways period shame and misinformation undermine the well-being of women and girls, making them vulnerable to gender discrimination, child marriage, exclusion, violence, poverty and untreated health problems. “Recently there are reports that a couple of teenagers in India committed suicide due to stress related issues experiencing their first periods which is a direct result of the deep-rooted shame and lack of awareness about periods.

“Mother’s Day” was celebrated with Mommy Bloggers & their Kids feasting on a special screening of “ Boonie Bears : Guardian Code” Critics have given good reviews to the first-ever Boonie Bears film from the universally loved global franchisee to be released in Indian theatres    This adorable film showcasing the never-ending bond that Mothers & their children share worldwide released in Indian theatres on 10th May  National, 12th May 2024:  “Mother’s Day” was celebrated with Mommy Bloggers & their Kids feasting on a special screening of “ Boonie Bears : Guardian Code”. Well-known Mommy Bloggers from Mumbai, New Delhi, Bangalore & Chennai treated themselves & their kids to a special siesta this Friday. This screening held in various multiplexes was a joyful ride & witnessed them taking selfies in various poses with the standees & backdrops of the film. They were so connected with the film that one can see them rooting for the 2 brothers fighting against all

"Vineet Kumar Chaudhary from Shemaroo TV’s ‘Karmadhikari Shanidev’ shares Heartfelt Connection: Drawing Parallels Between On-Screen and Real-Life Mother Figures" As Mother's Day approaches, Vineet Kumar Chaudhary, renowned for his portrayal of Shanidev in the popular mythological show ‘Karmadhikari Shanidev,’ takes a moment to express his heartfelt sentiments towards the character of Chaaya. In a poignant reflection, Vineet shares his profound admiration for ‘Chaaya’ Shanidev’s mother portrayed by talented Suhashi Dhami, drawing parallels between the on-screen bond and his own cherished relationship with his real-life mother. "Mothers hold an irreplaceable place in everyone's life, and as Mother's Day approaches, I seize this opportunity to express my love for my own mother," says Vineet. "I have shared a close bond with my mother since childhood, and she has been my pillar of strength and support throughout the years. Just as all mothers possess an

Go Digit General Insurance Limited’s Initial Public Offering to open on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, sets price band at ₹258 to ₹272 per Equity Share (Mr. Kamesh Goyal, Chairman, Go Digit General Insurance Limited at their IPO announcement, Mumbai) Mumbai, May 10, 2024 : Bengaluru-based Go Digit General Insurance Limited is one of the leading digital full-stack insurance companies founded in 2017 by insurance veteran Kamesh Goyal has fixed the price band at  ₹258  to  ₹272  per equity share for its initial public offer.  The Initial Public Offering (“IPO” or “Offer”) of the Company will open on  Wednesday, May 15, 2024,  for subscription and close on  Friday, May 17, 2024 . Investors can bid for a minimum of  55 Equity Shares  and in multiples of 55 Equity Shares thereafter. The Offer with a face value of ₹10 per Equity Share is a mix of fresh issue of Rs 1,125 crore and an offer for sale up to 54.77 million equity shares by Promoters and Other Selling Shareholders. Go Digit has an end-to-

  TASVA Designer Ethnic Wedding Wear Men’s Brand By Aditya Birla Fashion & Retail Ltd (ABFRL) and Ace Designer Tarun Tahiliani, Unveils it’s First Retail Mall Store in Mumbai MUMBAI, 10 MAY, 2024 :  Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd in collaboration with celebrated designer Tarun Tahiliani, proudly announces the launch of Tasva’s first Mall store in Mumbai. The grand opening was nothing short of spectacular with a surprise flash mob and puneri dhol performance that left the onlookers stunned. The crowd was taken by surprise when the Bollywood star and brand ambassador, Ananya Panday, made an unexpected entrance during the flash mob. The store was inaugurated by Ananya Panday in the presence of the renowned couturier, Tarun Tahiliani. Located in the city’s prime area at Oberoi Mall, the store spans 1746 sq ft and offers a luxurious shopping experience. The store showcases a broad range of designer ethnic and wedding wear for the modern Indian man, including the new Art Deco-inspir

Journey Into the Heart of Cinema with Sony BBC Earth's Hans Zimmer Special and More This May Mumbai:  This May,  Sony BBC Earth  brings forth an exciting lineup of content, promising a summer packed with intrigue, adventure, and enlightenment. The channel is all set to premiere the remarkable journey of  ‘Hans Zimmer: A Hollywood Rebel’  from a post-war prodigy to a Hollywood legend, the secrets of defying aging in the ‘ Secrets Of The Superagers’,  along with captivating tales of our planet's wonders and human resilience in  'Joanna’s Anthology Series' .   Unraveling the mysteries of aging with ‘Secrets Of The Superagers’, Dr. Michael Mosley discovers the secrets of those who defy aging, meeting extraordinary individuals from China to Italy who exhibit remarkable vitality in their golden years. It delves into the unique outlooks on life, diverse diets and cultural behaviors contributing to their longevity, and insights into the science of aging gracefully. The show is

  २१ जूनला  ‘ गाभ ’  रुपेरी पडद्यावर सर्वसामान्यांच्या जगण्याचा वेध घेणाऱ्या मराठी चित्रपटांना नेहमीच चांगला प्रतिसाद मिळत आला आहे. समाजातील वास्तव मांडणारे सिनेमे मनोरंजनासोबतच कटू सत्य सादर करण्याचंही काम करीत असतात. वेगवेगळ्या चित्रपट  महोत्सवांतून  नावाजल्या  गेलेल्या  ‘ गाभ ’   चित्रपटाच्या निमित्ताने एक वेगळा विषय मराठी   रुपेरी   पडद्यावर   २१  जूनला येत आहे.  ‘ गाभ ’   चित्रपटाची संकल्पना ,  लेखन आणि दिग्दर्शन अनुप जत्राटकर यांचे आहे. सुमन नारायण गोटुरे आणि मंगेश नारायण गोटुरे या चित्रपटाचे निर्माते आहेत. सहनिर्माते अनुप जत्राटकर आहेत. मनुष्य आणि प्राणी यांना केंद्रस्थानी ठेवून  ‘ गाभ ’   चित्रपटाची कथा मांडली आहे. ही कथा एका मानसिकतेचं प्रतिनिधित्व करते. या मानसिकतेचं प्रतिनिधित्व करणारी भूमिका   अभिनेता कैलास वाघमारे यांनी आपल्या  ‘ दादू ’  या पात्रातून साकारली आहे. स्वत:च्या म्हशीसाठी एका रेड्याचा शोध घेताना माणूस म्हणून होणारा बदल आणि त्या बदलाची कथा हळव्या प्रेमाच्या माध्यमातून दाखवणारा गावच्या रांगड्या मातीतला  ‘ गाभ ’    चित्रपट आहे. ‘ गाभ ’ चित्रपटात कैलास वाघमारे ,  सा

  ‘ मानाचि ’  संघटनेचा ९ वा वर्धापनदिन दिमाखात संपन्न ‘ हा माझा नाही, माझ्यातल्या सरस्वतीच्या अंशाचा सन्मान  !  ’असं   ज्येष्ठ नाटककार आदरणीय श्री. सुरेश खरे ,  आपल्या लेखन कारकीर्द सन्मानाला उत्तर देताना म्हणाले    ‘ लेखकांनी ..  लेखकांची ..  लेखकांसाठी.. ’  स्थापन केलेल्या मालिका नाटक चित्रपट लेखक संघटनेच्या ९ व्या वर्धापन दिनानिमित्त आयोजित  ‘लेखक  सन्मान संध्या ’  सोहळ्यात ते बोलत होते. गतवर्षीचे कारकीर्द सन्मान विजेते ज्येष्ठ नाटककार श्री. गंगाराम गवाणकर,  ॲड-गुरु, भरत दाभोळकर, मानाचिचे अध्यक्ष श्री. विवेक आपटे आणि श्री. पुरुषोत्तम बेर्डे यांनी श्री. सुरेश खरे यांचा शाल, श्रीफळ, गुलाबपुष्प व सन्मानचिन्ह देऊन सन्मान केला. हा सोहळा दिनांक ६ मे २०२४ रोजी संध्याकाळी, मुंबईतल्या   शिवाजी मंदिर नाट्यगृहात मोठ्या दिमाखात पार पडला.   श्री. गंगाराम गवाणकर ,  सुरेश खरे यांच्या सन्मानार्थ म्हणाले की ,  ‘ माझ्या कारकीर्दीला सुरेश खऱ्यांच्या नाटकाचा बॅकस्टेज वर्कर म्हणून सुरूवात झाली. पुढे सुरेश खरे आणि मी दोघंही नाट्यसंमेलनाचे अध्यक्षही झालो आणि मानाचिच्या लेखन कारकीर्द सन्मानाचे मानकरीही झाल