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Thursday, May 2, 2024
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Airbnb introduces Icons— Bollywood Star Jahnvi Kapoor opens the door to her legendary, never-before-seen family home in Chennai
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Shares of Heating Equipment Maker JNK India makes a heating debut on the exchange; lists at 50% premium
REC Limited declares financial results, records highest ever annual net profit
The Board of Directors of REC Limited, a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise and leading NBFC under the Ministry of Power, today approved the audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and year ended 31st March, 2024.
Operational and Financial Highlights: Q4 FY24 vs Q4 FY23 (Standalone)
- Revenue from operations: ₹ 12,613 crores vs. ₹ 10,113 crores, up 25%
- Total income: ₹ 12,643 crores vs. ₹ 10,124 crores, up 25%
- Net interest income: ₹ 4,407 crores vs. ₹ 3,409 crore, up 29%
- Net Profit: ₹ 4,016 crores vs. ₹ 3,001 crore, up 34%
- Total Comprehensive Income: ₹ 5,183 crores vs. ₹ 3,645 crores, up 42%
- Yield: 10.03% vs. 9.65%, up 38 basis points
- Average cost of funds: 7.14% vs. 7.17%, reduction by 3 basis points
- Spread: 2.89% vs. 2.48%, up 41 basis points
- Net interest margin: 3.60% vs. 3.29%, up 31 basis points
- Return on net worth: 24.06% vs. 21.34%, up 13%
Operational and Financial Highlights: 12M FY24 vs 12M FY23 (Standalone)
- Total sanctions: ₹ 3,58,816 crores vs. ₹ 2,68,461 crores, up 34%, of which sanctions to renewable sector: ₹ 1,36,516 crores vs. ₹ 21,554 crores, up 533%
Renewable sanctions comprise:
- Solar: ₹ 20,956 crores vs. ₹ 9,301 crores
- Module manufacturing: ₹ 21,565 crores vs. ₹ Nil crores
- Large Hydro: ₹ 32,450 crores vs. ₹ 682 crores
- Pumped Storage: ₹ 28,304 crores vs. ₹ 6,075 crores
- Green Hydrogen: ₹ 7,997 crores vs. Nil
- E-Mobility: ₹ 7,214 crores vs. ₹ 2,429 crores
- Wind turbine manufacturing: ₹ 3,195 crores vs. Nil
- Wind: ₹ 3,453 crores vs. ₹ 2,436 crores
- Hybrid: ₹ 10,098 crores vs. ₹ 220 crores
- Others: ₹ 1,284 crores vs. ₹ 411 crores
- Disbursements: ₹ 1,61,462 crores vs. ₹ 96,846 crores, up 67%
- Revenue from operations: ₹ 47,146 crores vs. ₹ 39,208 crores, up 20%
- Total income: ₹ 47,214 crores vs. ₹ 39,253 crores, up 20%
- Net interest income: ₹ 16,167 crores vs. ₹ 13,714 crores, up 18%
- Net Profit: ₹ 14,019 crores vs. ₹ 11,055 crores, up 27%
- Total Comprehensive Income: ₹ 15,063 crores vs. ₹ 10,084 crores, up 49%
- Yield: 9.99% vs. 9.73%, up 26 basis points
- Average cost of funds: 7.13% vs. 7.28%, reduction by 15 basis points
- Spread: 2.86% vs. 2.45%, up 41 basis points
- Net interest margin: 3.57% vs. 3.38%, up 19 basis points
- Return on net worth: 22.17% vs. 20.35%, up 9%
- Market capitalization: ₹ 1,18,757 crore vs. ₹ 30,400, up 290%
Owing to the improving asset quality and effective resolution of stressed assets, and resetting of the lending rates and effective management of finance cost, REC has been able to record its highest ever annual profit after tax of ₹ 14,019 crores. As a result, the Earnings Per Share (EPS) for the year ended 31st March 2024 accelerated by 27% to ₹ 53.11 per share as against ₹ 41.85 per share as at 31st March 2023.
Aided by growth in profits, the Net Worth has grown to ₹ 68,783 crores as on 31st March 2024, registering an increase of 19% YoY.
The loan book has maintained its growth trajectory and has increased by 17% to ₹ 5.09 lakh crores as against ₹ 4.35 lakh crores as at 31st March, 2023. Signifying improving asset quality, the net credit-impaired assets as at 31st March, 2024 have reduced to 0.86% from 1.01% as at 31st March 2023 with Provision Coverage Ratio of 68.45% on NPA assets, as at 31st March, 2024.
Indicating the ample opportunity to support the future growth, Capital Adequacy Ratio (CRAR) of the company stands at a comfortable 25.82% as at 31st March, 2024.
Continuing with the tradition to reward its shareholders, the Board of Directors of the Company has declared the final dividend of ₹ 5 per equity share (on face value of ₹ 10/- each) and the total dividend for FY 2023-24 is ₹ 16 per equity share.
OSHO FUNCTION IN KALBADEVI ON MAHARASHTRA DAYOSHO MEDITATION & DISCOURSE IN THE PRESENCE OF Dr. SWAMI SHAILENDRA SARASWATI (OSHO’S ANUJ) AND MA AMRUT PRIYA
Monday, April 29, 2024
Racks & Rollers - Storage Technologies and Automation Limited’s SME Initial Public Offering to open on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, price band set at ₹73/- to ₹78/- per Equity Share
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
HP powers INDO-MIM to mass produce metal 3DP parts in India
Monday, April 22, 2024
Crompton introduces its new range of IndiBreeze Industrial Air Coolers that delivers ‘Jaldi Cooling’ providing relief in the summer heat
Mumbai Comic Con Wraps Up with a Bang, A Celebration of Pop Culture and More!
~ Comic Con India, the country's premier pop-culture celebration is back in the city of dreams. From celebrity appearances to exclusive merchandise, and top notch cosplayers from India and around the globe at the ultimate weekend for pop culture enthusiasts !~
Mumbai, India – 22nd April - The city of dreams, Mumbai witnessed an exhilarating weekend of the year for all things pop culture. Comic Con India brought pop culture enthusiasts from across the city for its last of this season's event. The event served as a haven for cosplay enthusiasts and spectators alike, offering a gateway to a world where fantasy and reality collide. The weekend was filled with interactive activities, games, and an array of merchandise, keeping the spirit of Comic Con soaring high.
Presented by Maruti Suzuki Arena, powered by Crunchyroll and in association with Android, Mumbai Comic Con 2024 treated every attendee to an exclusive copy of Spiderman-India (No.1 Issue) comic book, in collaboration with Marvel Comics. The event showcased comics in a big way with a slew of upcoming publishing houses and Indian artists like Indusverse, Holy Cow Entertainment, Acid Toad, Garbage Bin, Bullseye Press, Bakarmax, Art of SAVIO, and Abhijeet Kini and many more along with International guests Jason Loo and GUY Delisle graced the event. The event saw immense love pouring in for popular movies, games and comic book characters like Itachi, Luffy, Goku, Deadpool & Wolverine, Spidermans, Batman, Viper (Valorant), Victor (Pubg shooter), Subzero (Mortal Kombat), Franklin (GTA), Xiao, Zhongli (Genshin Impact), Brimstone (Sage) and so much more.
The venue buzzed with excitement as new comic book launches took center stage, including Karejwa by Bakarmax, Monday To Friday by Corporat Comics, Ghosts of South India by Abhijeet Kini, Minnal Murali by Tinkle Comics, and the announcement of Suppandi’s birthday by Google Android. Art Guy Rob conducted a captivating session igniting nostalgia among audiences.
A special panel on Demon Slayer, featuring voice-over artist Natsuki Hanae, stole the spotlight, while the dynamic duo Rohan Joshi and Sahil Shah delivered yet another hilarious session of Binge-O-Clock. Popular rapper MC Altaf set the stage on fire with his rap, and the cast of Lakadbaggha also made an appearance. DJ Kazu and Shahrule kept the crowd grooving with their electrifying beats and rap. The talented comedian Harsh Gujral brought laughter to everyone with his wit.
Speaking about the thrilling weekend celebration, Jatin Varma, Founder, Comic Con India, said, “The excitement and enthusiasm that the celebration brings along with boundless creativity and passion of pop culture enthusiasts at Comic Con, fills me with immeasurable joy. Each edition of Comic Con has been a rewarding journey, and Mumbai, as the final stop, embodies the vibrant spirit of our community. The infectious energy witnessed at our shows creates memories that last a lifetime. I am grateful to our audience for their unwavering support and participation and eagerly anticipate more unforgettable moments in the editions to come.”
MC Altaf shared, "Mumbai Comic Con is very close to my heart as it's my home turf. Performing here was a memorable experience that I will always cherish."
Comedian Harsh Gujral said, "This is my first Comic Con experience. I think the energy in the audience was exceptional. I was scared in the beginning to perform in the open, but I was really surprised. People were enjoying the entire event while also paying attention to all the various performances happening and that's what I loved the most. The vibe and energy of the audience was commendable."
Comic artist and cartoonist Jason Loo said, "Working with Marvel comics is always a dream. I'm always amazed at every project I do, I get to draw or write this character today like Thor or Captain America; this is awesome, and Mumbai Comic Con has been overwhelming. It has exceeded all my expectations with the high energy and enthusiasm of all the fans. I've never been shown this kind of love before in any kind of show. I would definitely like to be back for another Comic Con in India."
On April 20th-21st, 2024, the event also featured The Arena – a dedicated gaming expo, featuring amazing experiences, tournaments, free play zones as well as the opportunity to meet & greet with leading streamers. Key Event Partners include brands such as CELIO, HDFC, Comedy Central, OnePlus, Android, NYX Cosmetics, McDonald’s & VH1.