FINANCE TODAY

  by Bhavna SJ   Defending champions MSC Maratha Royals have switched into full preparation mode ahead of the new T20 Mumbai League season, conducting an intense practice encounter at the MiG Cricket Ground, Bandra. With expectations soaring after last season’s title-winning campaign, the Royals are leaving no stone unturned in their quest for back-to-back glory. Head Coach Amit Dani oversaw a detailed session centred around match simulations, tactical execution, and identifying the strongest playing combinations before the tournament begins. Captained by Siddhesh Lad, the squad featured a blend of proven performers and exciting young names, all getting valuable competitive game time in high-pressure situations. The practice clash saw players tested across long game scenarios, with the Royals management closely tracking performances and workload management as preparations intensify. Dani highlighted the importance of consistency and competitive intensity during the build-up wh...

  By Bhavna S J  India is poised to become a global leader in the coming years. At Lodha Foundation, we believe that we can contribute meaningfully in that journey from being a developing nation to a developed nation. At the Foundation, we practice ‘Philanthropy of Excellence’ and have launched several programmes in that direction. Thoughtfully designed and contributing to being a developed nation, the latest addition to the programmes is the Lodha Theoretical Physics Institute (LTPI) which was launched on May 27 at Lodha World Tower. The LTPI, led by Professor Jainendra Jain, recipient of Wolf Prize, will encourage bold ideas in fundamental physics. The Lodha Theoretical Physics Institute is envisioned as a dedicated centre for fundamental research in theoretical physics in India. The Institute seeks to address the need for sustained, long-term inquiry by creating an academic environment that enables focused research programmes, international conferences, and meaningful ...

  by Bhavna SJ  The World Environment Day 2026 Tree Plantation Drive brought together Bhamla Foundation, Ish Patil, DYPIS alumna Saher Bhamla and leading public voices, placing students at the centre of a city-facing environmental initiative._ Mumbai, 25 May 2026: D Y Patil International School, Worli (DYPIS, Worli) today hosted the #NowForClimate World Environment Day 2026 Tree Plantation Drive, bringing climate action into the daily life of a school campus through student participation, tree plantation activity and public engagement. Organised in association with Bhamla Foundation and campaign partners including Godrej Industries, the initiative brought together students, educators, public figures, civic representatives and institutional leaders around a simple but urgent idea: climate responsibility has to be learnt early, practised locally and made visible. Actor, entrepreneur and wellness advocate Shilpa Shetty joined the initiative alongside Dr. Ajeenkya D Y Patil, Chai...

  Apollo Micro Systems has received fresh business orders worth Rs 510.25 million from the Ministry of Defence, public sector defence undertakings, and private companies, according to an exchange filing dated May 8, 2026. The Hyderabad-based defence electronics company said the orders were secured during the ordinary course of business, with private sector contracts contributing the largest share. Private companies emerged as the largest contributors to the fresh business update, placing orders worth Rs 240.18 million. That figure represents nearly half of the total contracts announced by the company. The mix of public and private sector orders also suggests Apollo Micro Systems is steadily widening its customer base beyond traditional government-linked projects. Growth Momentum Continues: The latest contracts add to the company’s ongoing business momentum in the defence and aerospace segment. While the filing did not disclose the exact nature of the products or execution timelines...