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Dalmia Bharat Limited-Delivering Profitable Growth

Dalmia Bharat Limited-Delivering Profitable Growth

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Q2 FY26 HighlightsSales Volume stood at 6.9 MnT Quarterly EBITDA grew 60% to Rs 696 Cr EBITDA/T increased by 56% YoY to Rs 1,013/T Net Debt to EBITDA stood at 0.56x as on Sept 30, 2025 Commenced Trial Run production of 3.6 MnT clinker line at Umrangso, Assam Share of Renewable Power Consumption stood at 48.1%(Operational RE capacity including Group Captive - 387MW)Bengaluru, 17th October 2025 :  Dalmia Bharat Limited, (BSE: 542216, NSE: DALBHARAT), a leading cement manufacturing company, reported its consolidated financial results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2025.Financial Highlights for the Quarter and Half year ended September 30, 2025 (Figures in Rs. Crores)ParticularsQ2FY26Q2FY25YoYH1FY26H1FY25YoY...
Holcim to acquire Xella

Holcim to acquire Xella

Business & Finance
Zug | 20 October 2025-A European leader in sustainable and innovative walling systems with projected 2025 net sales of around EUR 1 bn in a highly attractive market Complementary sustainable product offering to Holcim powered by leading premium brands Ytong, Silka, Hebel and Multipor Strategic value-accretive acquisition to deliver run-rate EBITDA synergies of EUR 60 million in year three, EPS accretive in year one A milestone in Holcim’s NextGen Growth 2030 strategy shaping the future of sustainable constructionHolcim has signed a binding agreement to acquire Xella, a European leader in sustainable and innovative walling systems with projected 2025 net sales of around EUR 1 billion. Xella is home to premium sustainable brands such as Ytong, Silka, Hebel and Multipor and...
Mantri Shopping Festival 2.0 -from 10th October 2025 to 26th January 2026.

Mantri Shopping Festival 2.0 -from 10th October 2025 to 26th January 2026.

Home Improvement, LIFE & ARTS, Lifestyle, News
https://youtu.be/GZjVsZu69JgBengaluru, October 16, 2025: Mantri Square Mall, one of Bengaluru’s most iconic shopping destinations, kicked off its annual signature event — Mantri Shopping Festival 2.0 — with even more excitement and grandeur than the previous year. This year’s festive edition, themed “101 Days of Glamour – Gifting Galore,” was inaugurated by Bollywood diva Daisy Shah, amidst much cheer and celebration at the mall’s atrium.Following the tremendous success of its debut edition, Mantri Shopping Festival 2.0 promises to be even bigger and more rewarding, starting from 10th October 2025 to 26th January 2026. Shoppers can indulge in exclusive festive offers, exciting deals, and stand a chance to win a host of attractive prizes. Customers who shop for ₹9,999 or more can pa...
Impero Builders: The Trilogy of AI, Integrity, and Innovation Linking India and Arizona

Impero Builders: The Trilogy of AI, Integrity, and Innovation Linking India and Arizona

Architecture, World
Phoenix, Arizona – BENGALURU: (Oct 16) Impero Builders' founder and licensed general contractor, Vijay Varun Reddy Anugula, is the one who forges a new path of the construction industry by crafting the future with AI, quality, and the traits of culture that are shared by the busy city of Hyderabad and the developing suburbs of Phoenix.Impero Builders is a prominent construction firms in Arizona, which utilize modern thoughts and the main office is located in Phoenix—being the strongest supporters of discipline, legality and human potential. A fresh start in 2009—a direct participation at ARR Construction Pvt. Ltd. in Telangana, India—has translated into a worldwide vision for the creation of smart, safe, and efficient building practices.A Journey of Precision and Purpose Anugula h...
A Stage for Splendour: Four Seasons Mumbai Introduces its Expansive 10,000-Square-Foot Ballroom in the Heart of the City

A Stage for Splendour: Four Seasons Mumbai Introduces its Expansive 10,000-Square-Foot Ballroom in the Heart of the City

Architecture, LIFE & ARTS, Lifestyle, News
Mumbai, Maharashtra, IndiaFour Seasons has always been where life’s most meaningful moments find their most beautiful expression. In Mumbai, that tradition blooms anew. On 1st February 2026, Four Seasons Hotel Mumbai will unveil its new 10,000-square-foot ballroom—a grand yet graceful setting where elegance meets ingenuity, and every celebration, from weddings to soirees, feels personal, effortless, and filled with joy. Here, Four Seasons’ signature attention to detail ensures that every event, regardless of scale, becomes a memory to treasure. Nestled in the heart of Worli, it combines city-centre convenience with elevated glamour, connected to the city’s business, entertainment, luxury shopping, and premium residential hubs. It is a stage for weddings, celebrations, and corporate g...
Signify Launches Philips Aura Floodlight, Making Functional Brilliance Meets Festive Elegance

Signify Launches Philips Aura Floodlight, Making Functional Brilliance Meets Festive Elegance

Architecture, Home Improvement, News
New Delhi, India-Oct 15, 2025 15:17 ISTA first-of-its-kind decorative professional floodlight for India’s cultural and festive landscape Introducing six distinctive designs – Swastik, Kalash, Diya, Plain Plate, Cool White without plate, and Neutral White without plate as well as customizable Priced at IND 2,499/- across all variants, offering premium festive lighting with professional-grade performanceSignify (Euronext: LIGHT), the world leader in lighting, today announced the launch of the Philips Aura Floodlight, a market-first innovation that blends professional-grade illumination with cultural and festive aesthetics. Unlike conventional outdoor lighting that often disrupts architectural aesthetics, the Philips Aura Floodlight offers ‘Decor by Day & Lighting Excell...
9 month industrial & warehousing demand at all-time high of 26.5 million square feet in 2025, up 11% YoY: Colliers India

9 month industrial & warehousing demand at all-time high of 26.5 million square feet in 2025, up 11% YoY: Colliers India

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Delhi NCR, Chennai, and Mumbai drive over 60% of the demand as well as supply during January-September 20253PL firms drive almost one-third of 2025 demand, followed by engineering and e-commerce segments Q3 2025 demand, however, moderates at 7.0 msf, down 23% YoY Vacancy levels rise by 160 basis points on a QoQ basis, as supply outpaces demandBangalore, 15 October 2025: India’s industrial and warehousing sector continued to display resilience in 2025, with cumulative demand across the top 8 markets reaching 26.5 million sq ft in the first nine months, marking an 11% year-on-year growth. In fact, Grade A space uptake was at an all-time high in the 9-month period, despite global players remaining cautious amidst ongoing trade frictions. The sustained momentum also underscores...
The Empire State Building Hosts Annual Run-Up, Presented by NYU Langone Health and Powered by the Challenged Athletes Foundation

The Empire State Building Hosts Annual Run-Up, Presented by NYU Langone Health and Powered by the Challenged Athletes Foundation

World
NEW YORK --The Empire State Building (ESB) hosted the 47th Annual Empire State Building Run-Up, presented by NYU Langone Health and powered by the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF). In several designated heats, more than 200 runners from across the world raced up the building’s 1,576 stairs to reach the finish line on the iconic 86th Floor Observatory. The Empire State Building Hosts Annual Run-Up, Presented by NYU Langone Health and Powered by the Challenged Athletes Foundation“The Empire State Building Run-Up at New York City’s number one rated attraction, is a bucket list event and a significant achievement for athletes of all levels from around the globe,” said Tony Malkin, chairman and CEO of Empire State Realty Trust. “We congratulate all who participated in this extra...
GBA Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao inspected the progress of pedestrian facilitation and safe traffic improvement works at Iblur Junction.

GBA Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao inspected the progress of pedestrian facilitation and safe traffic improvement works at Iblur Junction.

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 Greater Bengaluru Authority-Progress in Iblur Junction Improvement – Rapid Development Under Project WalkaluruAction to Develop Junctions Under CSR – Instructions from Chief Commissioner Maheshwar RaoBeengaluru, Oct 12:As part of Project Walkaluru, GBA Chief Commissioner Maheshwar Rao today inspected the progress of pedestrian facilitation and safe traffic improvement works at Iblur Junction.Over 100 volunteers participated in the beautification of the Iblur Junction flyover, including three children aged 13, whose enthusiasm was appreciated by the Chief Commissioner.Iblur Junction is located on the border of South and East City Corporations and serves as a major traffic route. The improvement works are being implemented as a joint effort by the authorities and citizens. U...
Greater Bengaluru Authority – 11.95 Lakh Households Surveyed Within GBA Limits

Greater Bengaluru Authority – 11.95 Lakh Households Surveyed Within GBA Limits

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Bengaluru, Oct. 12:The Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) has been conducting a Socio Educational Status Survey across its limits. As of today, a total of 11.95 lakh households have been surveyed since the commencement of the initiative.On October 12, 2025, survey teams covered 1,35,732 households across the five city corporations by 8:30 PM.In the last nine days, the total number of households surveyed across the five city corporations under GBA has reached 11,95,717.Details of households surveyed – by City Corporation: 👇1. Central City Corporation: 1,53,8392. East City Corporation: 1,75,4803. North City Corporation: 2,92,2394. South City Corporation: 2,11,3085. West City Corporation: 3,62,851.Citizens can also participate online:Website Link: ht...