Swiggy Allots ₹443 Cr Worth Shares to Employees Under ESOP

Swiggy, the popular food delivery company, has approved a large allotment of equity shares for its employees under its Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP) 2024. The board has given 1.28 crore equity shares at a face value and exercise price of just ₹1 per share. This gives eligible employees a chance to benefit significantly if the stock price rises.

Since the beginning of 2025, Swiggy has already allotted more than 4.4 crore shares to its employees under different ESOP plans.

Government Ties-Up with Swiggy for Gig Workers

 Swiggy recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Labour and Employment. Under this deal, the company will help list gig jobs on the National Career Service (NCS) portal. The government hopes this move will help create 12 lakh gig jobs over the next 2–3 years.

Launch of Pyng – A New Services Platform

Swiggy has also launched Pyng, a professional services marketplace. Pyng connects users with verified experts in health, wellness, finance, astrology, travel, and education.

  • Online services are available across India.
  • Offline services are currently available only in Bengaluru.

Swiggy Financial Performance

Despite its growth, Swiggy reported a net loss of ₹799 crore in Q3 FY25, which is 39.1% higher than the ₹574.4 crore loss in the same period last year.

 However, operating revenue grew by nearly 31%, reaching ₹3,993.1 crore compared to ₹3,048.6 crore in Q3 FY24.

Conclusion

Swiggy is rewarding its employees and expanding into new service areas, even as it continues to face financial challenges. Its efforts to support gig workers and explore new business models show its broader vision beyond food delivery.

At 2:21 PM, Swiggy share price was down 1.75% and was trading at ₹341.95.

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Nestle India Share Price Falls After Q4FY25 Earnings Declaration

Nestle India share price fell by 0.55% to ₹2,420 at 12.18 PM. The company has announced its FY25 financial results today. The company posted a net profit of ₹885.4 crore, nearly in line with street expectations of ₹892 crore. Its revenue from operations came in at ₹5,503 crore, also close to the expected ₹5,530 crore.

Nestle’s performance was driven by steady demand across its product categories, with strong contributions from both rural and urban markets. The company managed to keep pricing stable even with rising input costs, which helped maintain its customer base.

EBITDA Beats Estimates; Margins Improve

 Nestle India reported an EBITDA of ₹1,389 crore, higher than the market expectation of ₹1,351 crore. The company’s EBITDA margin improved to 25.2%, beating the projected 24.4%. This increase was supported by better cost control and favorable prices of some raw materials, helping the company protect its profitability.

₹10 Final Dividend Declared

To reward its shareholders, Nestle’s board recommended a final dividend of ₹10 per share for the financial year 2025. This comes on top of earlier interim dividends declared during the year, reflecting the company’s consistent profit growth and shareholder-friendly approach.

Nestle India Share Price Performance and Market Sentiment

 Nestle shares opened higher and gained 3.4% after the announcement but later slipped into negative territory. This reaction was similar to peer company HUL, indicating that broader market trends might be affecting investor sentiment, regardless of strong fundamentals.

Conclusion

Nestle India continues to show strength through innovation, deeper rural reach, and premium product strategies. While global commodity prices may impact future margins, efficient operations and brand strength are likely to support the company in FY26.

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Jewellers Roll Out Festive Offers Ahead of Akshaya Tritiya

Jewellery retailers across India are gearing up for Akshaya Tritiya on April 30 with exciting offers and discounts. Even as gold prices hover near ₹1 lakh per 10 grams, jewellers remain positive about strong demand, thanks to promotions and changing customer preferences.

Big Discounts and Offers on Akshay Tritiya

Popular names like Kalyan Jewellers, PP Jewellers by Pawan Gupta, Zen Diamond, Irasva, and Akoirah by Augmont are offering up to 50% off on making charges, free gold coins, exchange schemes, and price-lock options. Kalyan Jewellers is encouraging customers to exchange old gold for new designs, along with promoting an advance purchase scheme to protect against price rises.

Free Gold Coins and Digital Boost

Zen Diamond is offering a 1-gram 24K gold coin on purchases above ₹50,000. Managing Director Neil Sonawala noted that digital jewellery sales have grown 30–50% in the past year, making online presence vital for success.

PP Jewellers is running a special ‘Bangles Mela’ with a 5% discount on making charges till April 30. Customers are now opting for certified, modern gold designs over traditional heavy pieces.

Gold, Silver, and Diamonds Shine

Irasva is offering gold coins for purchases over ₹1 lakh, while Akoirah by Augmont is providing price protection offers where customers can lock in rates and save on up to 10 grams of gold.

There’s also a rising interest in lab-grown diamonds—especially among young buyers—for their lower cost, ethical appeal, and modern designs.

Silver jewellery and puja items like silver thalis and kalash are also in demand, especially in southern India. Meanwhile, diamond jewellery continues to grow in popularity in cities due to its fashionable designs.

Conclusion

Akshaya Tritiya is one of the biggest shopping days for jewellery, rivaling even Diwali. With discounts, exchange schemes, and modern, wearable designs, jewellers hope to see strong demand despite high prices.

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GNA Axles Share Price Rises 2.37% After Q4 Profit Rises 50%

GNA Axles share price rose 2,37% and were trading at ₹351.80 at 10:08 AM. GNA Axles is a leading Indian auto components manufacturer. It reported a strong 50% year-on-year increase in its net profit for the quarter ending March 2025.

The company posted a profit of ₹25 crore, up from ₹16.7 crore in the same quarter last year. The growth was mainly due to better cost control and improved efficiency in operations.

Modest Revenue Growth, Strong Margins

Revenue from operations saw a small increase of 1.8%, reaching ₹377.5 crore compared to ₹371 crore in Q4FY24. However, the real strength came from operational improvements. EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization) rose 40% to ₹50.3 crore.

The EBITDA margin improved to 13%, up from 10% last year. This shows that the company earned more profit from each rupee of revenue thanks to better cost management.

Dividend Announced

The Board has announced a final dividend of ₹3 per equity share for shareholders. The record date for this dividend is set for June 23, 2025. This means shareholders who own the stock before this date will be eligible to receive the dividend.

Business Outlook and Demand

 GNA Axles, which makes rear axles, shafts, and spindles for the four-wheeler industry, benefited from steady demand in both domestic and international markets. The company’s ability to keep up with demand while managing costs effectively helped boost profits this quarter.

GNA Axles Share Price Performance

Before the results were announced, GNA Axles share price closed 1.5% higher at ₹342.50 on the National Stock Exchange. This performance was better than the overall market. However, it’s worth noting that the stock has fallen 17.2% over the past six months.

Conclusion

GNA Axles has shown strong improvement in profitability due to better operational efficiency and margin growth. Despite only a slight rise in revenue, the company’s focus on cost control has delivered solid results. The dividend and demand outlook suggest a stable future.

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Thyrocare Technologies Share Price in Focus After Declaring Strong Q4 Results

At 9.40 AM on Thursday, Thyrocare Technologies share price rose by 14.69% and was trading at ₹882.20. The company has reported a healthy 21.9% rise in its net profit for the quarter ending March 2025.

The company’s profit stood at ₹21.7 crore, up from ₹17.8 crore in the same quarter last year. This growth came mainly from improved operations and a steady increase in the number of diagnostic tests performed.

Revenue and Operating Margins See Big Improvement

 Revenue also went up by 21.3% during the quarter, reaching ₹187.2 crore compared to ₹154.3 crore in Q4 of FY24. The company’s EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortisation) grew even more sharply—by 70.5%—to ₹57.8 crore.

Thanks to this, the EBITDA margin improved from 22% last year to 30.9% this year. This indicates that Thyrocare has been able to control costs better and work more efficiently.

Final Dividend Proposed

 The Board of Directors has proposed a final dividend of ₹21 per equity share for FY25. This proposal will need to be approved by shareholders in the upcoming meeting.

Business Strategy and Expansion Efforts

 Thyrocare, based in Navi Mumbai, runs a large chain of diagnostic and preventive health labs across India. The company has been working on expanding its range of tests and improving its digital services. These efforts have helped increase the number of tests done, which in turn led to better revenue.

Thyrocare Technologies Share Price Movement

 Before the earnings were announced, shares of Thyrocare closed 3.2% lower at ₹769 on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), showing that investors were cautious. However, on April 24 at 9:30 AM IST, the share price had risen sharply to ₹853.95—an increase of ₹84.75 or 11.02%.

Conclusion

 Thyrocare’s Q4 performance shows strong growth, with better profits, higher revenues, and improved efficiency. With a proposed dividend and clear signs of business expansion, the company looks well-positioned for the future.

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LTIMindtree Share Price in Focus as It Reports Q4 FY25 Profits

LTIMindtree share price was at ₹4,585.00, recording a gain of over 1%. The IT services company has declared its Q4 results. It has posted a net profit of ₹1,128.5 crore. This was slightly lower than the market expectation of ₹1,138 crore. However, it was an improvement from ₹1,086.7 crore in the Q3.

In terms of revenue, LTIMindtree earned ₹9,771.7 crore this quarter, showing a small growth of 1.1% from the last quarter. This was slightly below the expected revenue of ₹9,865 crore. In the previous quarter, revenue was ₹9,660.9 crore.

Performance in Dollar Terms

When measured in US dollars, the revenue stood at US$1,131 million, which is a decline of 0.7% from the previous quarter’s US$1,138.7 million. This also missed the market estimate of US$1,139 million.

Constant Currency and Operating Margin

In constant currency terms, revenue growth fell by 0.6%. The company’s EBIT (Earnings Before Interest and Tax) for the quarter was ₹1,345.4 crore, below the expected ₹1,381 crore. The EBIT margin stood at 13.8%, which is slightly below the market forecast of 14%.

Dividend and Workforce Update

LTIMindtree’s Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹45 per equity share for the financial year ending March 31, 2025. The record date for this dividend will be announced later.

As of March 31, the company has 84,307 employees. The attrition rate for the trailing 12 months is 14.4%.

Conclusion

LTIMindtree showed steady growth in the March quarter, even though some numbers missed expectations. The company remains confident about future opportunities.

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Stocks That Hit Circuit Limits On April 23, 2025: Websol Energy System, and Godfrey Phillips India, Among Others

On April 23, 2025, BSE Sensex surged 0.65% to close at 80,116.49, while Nifty50 ended 0.48% higher at 24,282.35. Despite the overall positive sentiment in the market, several individual stocks displayed sharp price movements, hitting their respective circuit limits. Notable among them were Websol Energy System Ltd, Godfrey Phillips India Ltd, Aptech Ltd, Kitex Garments Ltd, and Nibe Ltd, reflecting heightened investor interest.

Stocks That Hit Upper Circuit on April 23, 2025

Symbol LTP Change (%) Price Band % Volume(Lakhs) Value(₹ Crores)
NIBE 1,500.10 -2.67 5 2.88 43.19
PANACEABIO 515.4 -1.7 5 5.47 27.62
KITEX 253 -3.12 5 6.39 16.13
SKYGOLD 339.4 -2.85 5 3.99 13.4
AXISCADES 827 -3.24 5 0.99 8.16

Stocks That Hit Lower Circuit on April 23, 2025

Symbol LTP Change (%) Price Band % Volume(Lakhs) Value(₹ Crores)
WEBELSOLAR 1,531.50 5 5 6.66 101.72
GODFRYPHLP 7,921.50 5 5 1.27 99.33
INDOTECH 2,653.90 5 5 2.03 53.72
TVSELECT 411.5 17.82 20 13.14 53.3
APTECHT 157.52 20 20 36.02 52.94

Overview of Companies Hitting Circuits Today

  • Websol Energy System Ltd 

Websol Energy System Ltd (WEBELSOLAR) hit the lower circuit at ₹1,531.50 with a 5% drop, recording a high trading value of ₹101.72 crore.

  • Godfrey Phillips India Ltd

Godfrey Phillips India Ltd also hit its lower circuit at ₹7,921.50, signaling investor concerns despite strong fundamentals.

  • Aptech Ltd 

Aptech Ltd rallied 20% to hit its upper circuit at ₹157.52, backed by heavy trading volume of over 36 lakh shares.

  • Kitex Garments Ltd 

Kitex Garments Ltd fell 3.12% to ₹253, hitting its lower circuit amid moderate market activity.

  • Nibe Ltd 

Nibe Ltd dropped 2.67% to ₹1,500.10, closing at its lower circuit with a trade value exceeding ₹43 crore.

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Bajaj Housing Finance Share Price in Focus Amidst Expectations of Q4 Results Declaration

Bajaj Housing Finance share price was up 0.48% and was trading at ₹1131.79 at 3.07 PM. The company is set to announce its results for the March 2025 quarter today, Wednesday, April 23. The company’s stock has already caught investor attention, rising by 8% over the past month. On Tuesday, it closed slightly higher at ₹131.34.

High Street Expectations Driving Bajaj Finance Share Price

Earlier this month, the company shared its provisional business update for the quarter. Bajaj Housing Finance reported gross disbursements of ₹14,250 crore in Q4, up from ₹11,393 crore during the same quarter last year. This is a sign of strong demand for housing loans, which is attracting investors towards the stock.

The company’s Assets Under Management (AUM) remained above ₹1 lakh crore. In fact, it grew by 26% year-on-year, reaching ₹1.14 lakh crore. During this quarter alone, AUM increased by ₹6,365 crore, showing consistent business expansion. This is expected to further drive the Bajaj Finance share price.

Loan Book and Market Focus Areas

 At the end of the March 2025 quarter, the company’s loan assets stood at ₹99,500 crore, which is a big jump from ₹79,301 crore recorded at the end of March 2024.

Investors and analysts will be keeping a close eye on Bajaj Housing Finance’s Net Interest Income (NII) and asset quality in this earnings report. In the December quarter, NII had risen by 25% year-on-year, while the asset quality remained steady, which was seen as a positive sign by the market.

Lock-in Period Ends, More Shares in Market

 Another major development this month was the end of the shareholder lock-in period. As a result, 529 crore shares, or 62% of the company’s equity, became available for trading. This increased liquidity could impact share price movements going forward.

Conclusion

 With strong disbursement growth, expanding AUM, and a stable loan book, all eyes are on Bajaj Housing Finance’s financial report. If key metrics like NII and asset quality meet expectations, the stock could see further gains.

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NPS and APY Continue Strong Growth in FY25 with Record Enrollments

The National Pension System (NPS) has crossed a major milestone in FY2024-25. More than 12 lakh private sector individuals joined the scheme this year, bringing the total number of subscribers to over 165 lakh by March 2025. This shows a rising trend in retirement planning among private sector workers.

NPS Vatsalya Encourages Early Planning

 A key reason behind this growth is the launch of NPS Vatsalya in September 2024. This scheme is specially made for children and has already enrolled over 1 lakh young members. It highlights how families are now planning for retirement from an early age.

Atal Pension Yojana Maintains Strong Performance

 The Atal Pension Yojana (APY), which is now 10 years old, also saw a rise in popularity. It added 1.17 crore new subscribers in FY25, crossing a total of 7.6 crore members by March 2025. This is the third year in a row that APY has added more than 1 crore subscribers, showing its strong and steady appeal.

Why APY Remains Popular

 APY offers guaranteed monthly pensions of ₹1,000 to ₹5,000 from age 60. If the subscriber dies, their spouse continues to receive the pension. After both pass away, the saved amount is given to their nominee. This makes APY a safe and secure choice for families. The scheme also gives a strong return of 9.11% annually.

Improved Access and Awareness

 To make APY easier to join, the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) introduced several reforms. People can now choose between three Central Recordkeeping Agencies (CRAs) and use auto-debit from bank or post-office accounts. PFRDA also ran 32 awareness programs in partnership with banks to train staff and inform the public.

Conclusion

 The NPS and APY continue to grow with strong enrollments and trust from the public. These pension schemes are becoming an essential part of financial security and retirement planning in India.

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Over 1.7 Lakh Women to Receive Subhadra Yojana Payment on April 24

More than 1.7 lakh women who have not yet received the first 2 instalments of the Subhadra Yojana will get their payment on April 24. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida announced this on Saturday. These beneficiaries had applied by the March 31 deadline but did not receive the money due to various issues.

Special Event in Puri

The money will be disbursed at a special event in Puri, which will also celebrate Panchayati Raj Divas. This event marks the sixth phase of the scheme’s implementation. Each eligible woman will receive ₹10,000 — ₹5,000 for the first instalment and ₹5,000 for the second. The amount will be transferred directly to their bank accounts through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system.

Grievance Redressal for Left-Out Beneficiaries

For those who have received only one instalment or none at all, the government has provided help. They can file their complaints by calling the toll-free helpline number 14678. After verification, eligible women will be included in future phases of payment.

About Subhadra Yojana

Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 17, 2024, the Subhadra Yojana is a major scheme for women in the state. It aims to support over 1 crore women aged 21 to 60 years by providing ₹50,000 over five years. Every year, each woman receives ₹10,000 in two parts — ₹5,000 in each instalment.

So far, more than 1 crore women have received the first instalment in five rounds of payments. On March 8, 2025, which was International Women’s Day, around 98 lakh women received their second instalment.

Conclusion

The April 24 event in Puri is expected to bring a sense of relief to thousands of women still waiting for financial help. The government’s move shows its commitment to ensuring timely support for women under the Subhadra Yojana.

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