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Orient Green Power clocks ₹106 Cr H1 FY27 Net Profit with an industry-leading 76% EBITDA margin

  Chennai, November 12, 2026: Orient Green Power Company Limited (NSE: GREENPOWER, BSE: 533263), one of India's foremost independent renewable power producers, focused on renewable energy operations, has reported its Financial Results for Q2 and H1 FY27. For Q2 FY27, Total Income stood at ₹147 crore, up 8% year-on-year, while EBITDA rose 12% year-on-year to ₹117 crore. EBITDA margin for the quarter came in at 80%, an expansion of 251 basis points over the corresponding quarter of the previous year. For H1 FY27, Total Income stood at ₹233 crore, up 2% year-on-year, while EBITDA grew 4% year-on-year to ₹177 crore. EBITDA margin for the half year was 76%, an improvement of 147 basis points over H1 of the previous fiscal. During Q2 FY27, the company added 17.6 MW of solar capacity, taking its total solar capacity to 24.6 MW. Business Highlights: - Company has reached H1 profit of ₹100 crore+ this year without the ₹16 crore one-time gain of last year. The capacity additions and improve...

MP Ravindra Waikar Leads Grand Independence Day Celebrations in Mumbai North-West; Pays Tribute to 100+ Foot National Flag and Honours Serving & Former Soldiers

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  by Priyanka Jadhav  Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India],: In a grand display of patriotism, national unity and community participation, Hon’ble Member of Parliament from Mumbai North-West, Shri Ravindra Waikar, led a series of Independence Day celebrations across the Mumbai North-West Lok Sabha constituency on 15 August, responding to the call of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s “Har Ghar Tiranga” campaign. One of the key highlights of the celebrations was the ceremonial salute to a magnificent national flag measuring more than 100 feet in height, specially installed at Matoshree Club, Jogeshwari. The event witnessed an atmosphere of immense patriotic enthusiasm, with residents, community representatives, public representatives, social workers, party functionaries, police and administrative officials coming together to celebrate the spirit of India’s Independence. The national flag was accorded a ceremonial salute in the presence of Shri Ravindra Waikar, who emphasised t...

Congress MLC Satej Patil launches attack on Mahayuti over Gokul Dairy election row

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  by Priyanka Jadhav  Mumbai: Congress MLC Satej Patil on Thursday launched an attack on the Mahayuti government in Maharashtra over its decision to appoint five state-nominated members—including four non-official directors—to cooperative unions such as the Gokul Milk Union (Kolhapur Zilla Sahakari Dudh Utpadak Sangh). These four non-official directors will be granted voting rights. Lashing out at the Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis-led Cabinet’s decision during a press conference in Mumbai, Satej Patil took a defiant stand, declaring that he will take to the streets for Gokul. He announced a mass protest rally on November 9 from Dasara Chowk to the Kolhapur District Collectorate. With this, the controversy surrounding the election of Gokul's President has intensified. Out of 25 board seats, Satej Patil’s Samvichari Aghadi holds 13 seats, while 12 seats are held by the Mahayuti. However, neither side possesses the required quorum of 14 directors independently to elect the pre...

Synology 2026 Enterprise Survey Reveals 64% of Indian Organizations Made New Data Protection Purchases Following Security Incidents

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  by Priyanka Jadhav  India leads Australia and MEA in incident-driven investment. Across markets, 99% of IT decision-makers express confidence in their organization's resilience, yet gaps in backup frequency, recovery validation, and fragmented protection tools reveal a different picture of operational readiness. Mumbai, November 3, 2026 – Synology today announced the findings of its 2026 Enterprise Survey, conducted by Foundry, revealing that 64% of Indian organizations have made a new data protection purchase following a security incident, the highest share among the markets studied. Conducted among 308 IT decision-makers across Australia, India, and the Middle East and Africa (MEA), the research examines how prepared organizations are to protect their data as AI adoption accelerates and IT environments become increasingly complex, and reveals a gap between organizations' confidence in cyber resilience and their operational readiness. All respondents represented organizati...

Markolines Pavement Technologies Secures Two Work Orders Worth Rs. 135.20 Crore from BMC for Microsurfacing of Mumbai's Eastern and Western Express Highways

  4 November 2026 : Markolines Pavement Technologies Limited (BSE: 543364, NSE: MARKOLINES), a leading highway operations and maintenance (O&M) and specialised infrastructure solutions company, has received two Letters of Acceptance-cum-Work Orders from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) aggregating Rs. 135.20 crore, inclusive of applicable GST and physical contingencies. The orders have been awarded following BMC's acceptance of the Company's tender offers. They cover microsurfacing and resurfacing works on the Eastern Express Highway (EEH) and the Western Express Highway (WEH), the two principal north–south arterial corridors of Mumbai. Order Details Corridor Scope of Work Value (Rs. crore)* Execution Period Eastern Express Highway Resurfacing of critical portions using microsurfacing 63.23 Six months, including monsoon Western Express Highway Improvement of main carriageway using microsurfacing technique 71.97 Six months, including monsoon Total 135.20 *Inclusi...

Maharashtra Maritime Development Policy will be the most investor-friendly policy in the country: Nitesh Narayan Rane

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by Priyanka Jadhav  State ports minister points to ₹26,500 crore shipyard and full conversion of investment pledges as FICCI opens Maritime India Conference & Expo with the Netherlands as partner country FICCI–Crisil report calls for competitive steel prices, domestic manufacturing scale and assured demand to build a globally competitive container industry Mumbai, 2 November 2026: Maharashtra will shortly unveil a maritime development policy that it says will be the most investor-friendly in India. The state is competing with its coastal neighbours for a share of the country’s shipbuilding and port investment boom. Shri Nitesh Narayan Rane, Minister of Fisheries and Ports Development, Government of Maharashtra, told the inaugural session of the FICCI’s Maritime India Conference & Expo 2026that investors would receive “red carpet treatment” and single-window clearance. He cited a tripartite agreement signed last month between the state, the Union government and Mazagon Dock ...

Join PackPlus South 2026, South India's Largest Packaging & Printing Exhibition

  by Priyanka Jadhav  150+ brands set to converge at Bangalore International Exhibition Centre from 03 – 05 December 2026, as South India's total packaging, printing, and supply chain event gears up for its next edition. Bengaluru, India — [Date]: Join South India's leading exhibition for the packaging, printing, and Supply Chain  industry, organised by RX India. The three-day event will take place from 03 – 05 December 2026 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru, bringing together over 150 exhibiting brands and thousands of industry professionals from across the region. Both visitor and exhibitor registrations are live on the official event website, allowing packaging manufacturers, converters, printers, brand owners, and allied industry stakeholders to secure their participation ahead of the show. PackPlus South has established itself as South India's dedicated platform for the total packaging, printing, and supply chain value chain — spotlig...

Nitesh Narayan Rane to address FICCI’s Maritime India Conference & Expo.

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by Priyanka Jadhav  Over 10,000 registered business visitors, four partner states and participants from more than 10 countries to attend the three-day event from 2 to 4 November Mumbai, 29 October 2026: Nitesh Narayan Rane, Maharashtra’s Minister of Fisheries and Ports Development, will address the inaugural session of FICCI’s fourth Maritime India Conference & Expo, which opens at the Bombay Exhibition Centre on Monday. The event, running from 2 to 4 November, will bring together policymakers, port authorities, shipping lines, shipbuilders, and investors as India seeks to establish itself as a global maritime hub. It is organised with support from the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways under the theme “India as a Global Maritime Hub: Trade, Transformation & Sustainable Growth” The event has grown substantially since last year. More than 10,000 business visitors have already registered, and FICCI is targeting 16,000, up from 7,200 at the previous edition. Exhibition...

Taiwan Film Festival Makes Mumbai Debut, Showcases Sporting Glory and Cinematic Excellence

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  by Priyanka Jadhav   Following successful screenings in New Delhi, three internationally acclaimed Taiwanese films brought stories of sporting triumph, political history and human relationships to India's entertainment capital. MUMBAI, October 31, 2026: The 2026 Taiwan Film Festival made its successful debut in Mumbai on Saturday, bringing three internationally acclaimed films to G5A Warehouse, Mahalaxmi, and marking a significant milestone in Taiwan's efforts to strengthen cultural exchanges with India's film industry and audiences. Organised by Taiwan's Ministry of Culture and the Taipei Economic and Cultural Center (TECC) in India, in collaboration with G5A, the festival showcased HERO! HITO!, Before the Bright Day and Deep Quiet Room, following its successful New Delhi edition at Triveni Kala Sangam on October 24–25, where six Taiwanese films were screened. Welcoming audiences to the festival, Mr. Homer Chang, Director-General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural ...

Gulf Oil kicks-off celebrations marking 125 Years of the global brand

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  by Priyanka Jadhav  Gulf Oil focuses on accelerated growth and transformation as it enters next phase at 125 ~Reinforces Gulf’s spirit to push beyond limits with an anniversary film “Born to be Behad” featuring MS Dhoni~ ~Complete organisational transformation encompassing digital, sustainability, last-mile engagement to strengthen connect ~   ~Pledges to lead empowerment, circular economy and lead sustainable development~  Mumbai, 29th October 2026 : Gulf Oil Lubricants India Ltd (GOLIL) at 125, is entering its next phase with an accelerated growth and transformation agenda, building on a legacy of trust to strengthen its core lubricants business while expanding into future-ready mobility solutions, advanced fluid engineering and EV infrastructure.  Backed by the Hinduja Group’s long-term commitment to India, the company is investing ahead of demand, targeting a 70% increase in manufacturing capacity to 240 million litres by March 2027, while building ca...

The opening ceremony for the exhibition stand of the partner country, India, took place at Russian Energy Week 2026

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  By Priyanka Jadhav   As part of Russian Energy Week, the official opening of the stand of India – the Forum’s partner country – took place. The event highlights the growing importance of cooperation between countries in the energy sector and opens up new opportunities for collaboration amid the transformation of the global energy market. Russian Energy Week is supported by the Government of the Russian Federation, the Ministry of Energy of the Russian Federation and the Moscow City Government. The Forum is organised by the Roscongress Foundation.  The stand’s opening ceremony was attended by the following officials: Nikhilesh Giri, Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of the Republic of India in the Russian Federation; Vladimir Khazov, Deputy Director of the Department for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Energy of the Russian Federation; Artem Ukolov, representative of The Trade Representation of the Russian Federation in the Republic of India; Vladimir Z...

Lighthouse Communities Foundation Rings the Bell at BSE as It Lists on the Social Stock Exchange to Scale Sustained Youth Livelihoods

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  by Priyanka Jadhav LCF marked its listing on the Social Stock Exchange with a bell-ringing ceremony at BSE on 29 October 2026, led by Chief Guest Ms. Manisha Verma, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary, Government of Maharashtra, following a public issue that ran from 30 September to 14 October.  The listing opens a regulated route for corporates, CSR partners and impact investors to back a youth livelihoods model that has enabled 52,000+ underserved young people across six states to access sustained livelihood opportunities.  Proceeds will go towards expanding impact in Pune, strengthening career awareness, confidence and job-readiness skills for underserved youth 29 October 2026, Mumbai: Lighthouse Communities Foundation (LCF), a non-profit that helps underserved youth build livelihoods, today marked its listing on the Bombay Stock Exchange’s Social Stock Exchange (SSE) with a bell ringing ceremony at BSE. The listing follows LCF’s public issue of Zero Coupon Zero Principa...

IEEMA Brings Together Industry and Government Leaders to Chart The Future of Cable Manufacturing

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  by Priyanka Jadhav  Green energy corridors across states present an immense opportunity for the cables and wires industry, Shri Vamsi Rama Mohan Burra, CMD, POWERGRID   You must become creators of technologies of the world. Make in India, make for the world, Shri Vamsi Rama Mohan Burra, CMD, POWERGRID Mumbai, October 29, 2026 : IEEMA successfully organised the 10th edition of the International Conference & Exhibition on Cables, Wires & Accessories, themed ‘Currents of Change: Wiring a Safe, Smart & Sustainable World’, on October 27-28, 2026, in Mumbai. The Indian cable and conductor industry is at the forefront of a rapidly transforming energy and infrastructure landscape.  As India advances towards grid modernisation, renewable energy integration, digitalisation and sustainable growth, the conference brought together industry leaders, manufacturers, utilities, EPCs, technology providers, researchers and policymakers from across the cable and wire ecosy...

Joyalukkas Mulund showroom set to light up with the ‘Brilliance Diamond Jewellery Show’ from 23rd October, 2026

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Mulund, 23rd October 2026: The world’s favourite jeweller, Joyalukkas, is set to dazzle Mulund with the Brilliance Diamond Jewellery Show, from 23rd October 2026 at its Mulund showroom. This much-awaited exhibition promises an unforgettable celebration of craftsmanship, elegance, and innovation in diamond jewellery. From statement bridal sets to contemporary everyday sparkle, the show features pieces that marry timeless tradition with modern aesthetics. Every design is a masterpiece, available only for a limited time during the show. Dr. Joy Alukkas, Chairman and MD of the Joyalukkas Group, remarked, “The Brilliance Diamond Jewellery Show is our tribute to the enduring allure of diamonds and our passion for perfection in jewellery design. Mulund holds a special place in our journey, and this exhibition during the festive season will offer customers an exclusive opportunity to discover designs that reflect beauty, individuality, and craftsmanship at its finest.” To mark the occasion, c...

Making Content Is One Of The Few Things Where Anybody Can Do It": Nikhil Kamath On What He Would Do With Rs 10 Lakh And No Contacts

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by Priyanka Jadhav  Nikhil kamath, the co-founder of Zerodha and a well-known voice on India's startup and investing scene, spoke at a recently on how India can build its next economy. A school dropout who went on to build one of India's biggest brokerages with his brother Nithin Kamath, he now backs a new generation of entrepreneurs through his foundry and hosts a popular podcast with some of the biggest names in business and tech.  Nikhil Kamath opens up on if Zerodha disappeared tomorrow and he was left with only Rs 10 lakh and his own mind, but none of his contacts , "I hope that doesn't happen,life would be hard. What would I do with 10 lakh rupees? Making content is one of the few things where anybody can do it. There is no cost attached to doing it in the beginning, and if you get any kind of distribution, you can slap a business on top. It could be consumer, it could be a whole bunch of different kind of businesses. So maybe I would do something like that....

सार्वजनिक बांधकाम मंत्री शिवेंद्रसिंहराजे भोसले यांच्याकडून छत्रपती संभाजीनगरमधील विविध विकासकामांची पाहणी; कामे दर्जेदार व वेळेत पूर्ण करण्याचे निर्देश

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  प्रियांका जाधव छत्रपती संभाजीनगर, दि. २६ ऑक्टोबर : मुख्यमंत्री मा. श्री. देवेंद्र फडणवीस यांच्या नेतृत्वाखाली राज्यातील विकासकामांना गती देण्याच्या अनुषंगाने सार्वजनिक बांधकाम मंत्री शिवेंद्रसिंहराजे भोसले यांनी आज छत्रपती संभाजीनगर दौऱ्यादरम्यान शहरातील विविध विकासकामांची पाहणी करून कामांच्या सद्यःस्थितीचा आणि प्रगतीचा आढावा घेतला. यामध्ये डॉ. हेडगेवार हॉस्पिटलजवळ उभारण्यात येत असलेली सारथी इमारत, महाराष्ट्र राष्ट्रीय विधी विद्यापीठाच्या फेज-२ अंतर्गत सुरू असलेली बांधकामे, नेहरूनगर येथील मा. उच्च न्यायालयाच्या न्यायमूर्तींसाठीची निवासी इमारत, नगरनाका ते पडेगाव सहापदरी रस्ता तसेच वाळूज–पंढरपूर–कॅम्ब्रिज–शेंद्रा एम.आय.डी.सी. या प्रस्तावित उन्नत रस्त्याच्या प्रकल्पाचा समावेश होता. या पाहणीदरम्यान संबंधित प्रकल्पांची सद्यःस्थिती, बांधकामाचा दर्जा, कामांची गुणवत्ता आणि उर्वरित कामांच्या प्रगतीची माहिती घेतली. सर्व कामे निर्धारित वेळेत आणि दर्जेदार पद्धतीने पूर्ण करण्यासाठी आवश्यक सूचना संबंधित अधिकारी व कंत्राटदारांना दिल्या. सारथी इमारतीच्या बांधकामाचा आढावा डॉ. हेडगेवार हॉस्पिटलजवळ...

Mumbai Government Railway Police Welcome PETA India in Leading Workshop to Combat Cruelty to Animals Following Bird Seizure From Train

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  by Priyanka Jadhav  Mumbai – Nearly 100 personnel from the Mumbai Government Railway Police (GRP), including Senior Police Inspectors, Police Inspectors (PIs), Assistant Police Inspectors (APIs), Sub-Inspectors (PSIs), Assistant Sub-Inspectors (ASIs), Head Constables (HCs) and Constables, recently participated in a sensitisation workshop conducted by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals India (PETA India) on combating cruelty to animals in the rail system and strengthening enforcement of animal protection laws. The workshop was held on 23 October at the Navrang Auditorium, Government Railway Police Headquarters in Ghatkopar, Mumbai. The Deputy Commissioner of Police of Central Zone, Smt. Pradnya Jedge, graced the session with her presence. The workshop was organised as part of an initiative spearheaded under the leadership of Shri M. Rakesh Kalasagar, IPS, Commissioner of Police, Railways, Mumbai, and with the support of Smt. Pradnya Jedge, Deputy Commissioner of Poli...