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GS1 to roll out next-generation barcodes by 2027 to boost transparency

GS1 will replace traditional barcodes with advanced 2D formats by 2027 to enhance supply chain traceability, support recall tracking and integrate with smart technologies

Lumax Auto to acquire remaining 25% stake in IAC India for Rs 221 cr

LATL will acquire full control of IAC India by 31 May for Rs 221 crore, strengthening its position in EV interiors and aiming for post-merger synergies and growth

Fire disrupts production at GSK Pharma's contract manufacturing site

GSK Pharmaceuticals has reported a fire at one of its contract sites, causing temporary disruption; the company is assessing the impact and working to restore operations

Belrise eyes four-wheeler, CV push ahead of ₹2,150-cr IPO on May 21

Belrise Industries, dominant in two-wheeler components, plans to expand into CVs and four-wheelers as it raises ₹2,150 crore through an IPO opening on May 21

PV dealers likely to post 7-9% revenue growth in FY26: Crisil Ratings

Passenger vehicle dealerships may see margin recovery and stable credit profiles in FY26 as SUV demand, rural recovery, and higher-margin services bolster growth

Tata AutoComp, Katcon tie up in Mexico to make composites for NA market

The new Mexico-based venture will cater to North American OEMs with composite solutions aimed at improving vehicle efficiency and meeting weight-reduction targets

JB Pharma Q4 results: Profit up 15% to ₹145.6 cr; revenue rises 10%

JB Pharma posts strong FY25 performance with 19.3% profit growth; domestic business up 20%, CDMO segment and Russia drive international gains

Eicher Motors Q4 results: Profit up 27%; Royal Enfield sets sales record

Eicher Motors reported record Q4 and FY25 results, with 27% rise in profit, record Royal Enfield sales, and plans to launch its first electric bikes in FY26

Cipla Q4FY25 results: Net profit zooms 30% to ₹1,221 cr, revenue up 9%

Profit exceeded Bloomberg estimates by 19.4 per cent, whereas the revenue fell along the expected lens growing 0.28 per cent

Metropolis Healthcare Q4 results: Net profit falls 19.9%, revenue up 4.3%

Metropolis Q4 profit dips due to one-off costs from acquisitions; FY25 profit rises 13.4% on demand for preventive testing and strong B2C, B2B growth

Mother's Day: Postpartum support calls on the rise as stigma fades

Post-Mother's Day, experts say more Indian mothers are breaking silence on postpartum depression and turning to tele-mental health amid rising awareness and lower stigma

Eli Lilly's tirzepatide shows superior weight loss to Novo's semaglutide

Phase 3b trial finds Lilly's tirzepatide delivers higher average weight loss and waist reduction than Novo's semaglutide in people with obesity or overweight

Lasik surgery market to double by 2030 amid rising myopia, tech advances

Wider adoption of advanced techniques like SMILE and AI-led diagnostics drives a boom in India's Rs 2,500-crore Lasik surgery market

Envision Energy unveils India's first race car built entirely from e-waste

Envision Energy and EarthDay.org launch the Recover-E, India's first race car made from discarded electronics, to raise awareness of e-waste and circular design

MRF Q4 results: Profit jumps 29% to ₹512 cr, revenue up 11% to ₹7,075 cr

Tyre maker MRF reported 29.29 per cent YoY profit growth in Q4FY25 while FY25 net profit fell due to rising input costs; revenue rose 11.8 per cent for the full year

The Good Bug raises ₹100 crore to scale gut health R&D and reach

The Good Bug secures ₹100 crore in a round led by Susquehanna Asia VC with Fireside Ventures to expand R&D, marketing, distribution and hire across functions

TPG acquires 35% in SCHOTT Poonawalla, SII retains minority stake

SCHOTT Pharma keeps 50% stake in Indian JV as TPG joins with Novo Holdings to support global pharma supply chain growth; deal expected to close in H1 2025

SUV, tractor fire up M&M earnings, Q4 PAT up 20% at Rs 3,295 crore

Company plans greenfield PV plant by FY28 as SUV capacity runs past 90%

Akums secures patent for dual-action nausea drug for pregnant women

Akums receives DCGI approval for a dual-release Doxylamine-Pyridoxine tablet designed to relieve nausea and vomiting in pregnancy with reduced dosing frequency

Skoda Auto Volkswagen India announces key leadership appointments

Ashish Gupta and Nitin Kohli appointed brand directors at Skoda and Volkswagen as SAVWIPL aligns leadership strategy with local market understanding