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News18
5 days ago
- Business
- News18
Blackbox June quarter net profit up 28 pc at Rs 47 cr
Agency: PTI New Delhi, Aug 14 (PTI) IT company Blackbox has reported an increase of 28 per cent in consolidated net profit at Rs 47 crore in the first quarter ended June 30, 2025, despite decline in revenue, the company said on Thursday. Blackbox had posted net profit of Rs 37 crore in the same period a year ago. The revenue of the company declined by 3 per cent to Rs 1,387 crore during the reported quarter, from Rs 1,423 crore in June 2024 quarter. 'Revenue for the first quarter (Q1) of the financial year (FY) 2026 stood at Rs 1,387 crore, compared to Rs 1,423 crore in Q1 FY'25. The delay in equipment procurement by certain clients, because of the prevailing tariff environment, resulted in difference of the service execution and revenue recognition," the company said in the statement. The order book of the company increased by 2.7 per cent to Rs 4,433 crore at the end of the reported quarter, from Rs 4,313 crore at the close of FY 2025. 'While the year began at a slower pace, we are seeing solid traction in key accounts and are actively engaged in multiple high-value opportunities. 'Supported by our differentiated capabilities, robust pipeline, and committed teams, we remain confident in delivering sustainable, long-term growth," Blackbox, Whole Time Director, Sanjeev Verma said. PTI PRS DRR (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: August 14, 2025, 12:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Mint
19-07-2025
- Politics
- Mint
Air India crew surprises Shashi Tharoor with touching note on Kochi flight, earns Congress MP's 'Shabhash'
Air India crew on a Kochi flight was all smiles as they posed with Shashi Tharoor. Known for his signature flair in English, the Congress MP switched gears — dropping a Hindi word of praise, 'Shabash', to give a shoutout to the crew after they surprised him with a heartfelt note. Tharoor took to X to give a shout out to his 'favourite' airline Air India, praising the company for its 'marvellous handling in monsoon weather,' and also appreciated the pilots for a 'smooth takeoff and landing.' 'What a joy it always is to fly Air India! The service is outstanding. And the team on my flight to Kochi today not only surprised me with this wonderful note but asked for a photo too! (Thanks, too, to the pilots for the smooth takeoff and landing, marvellous handling in monsoon weather and a ten-minutes early arrival on a wet runway… Shabash to my favourite airline!)" the Congress MP posted on X. Shashi Tharoor's post on X He also posted a picture of the handwritten note he received from the airline's crew, along with a photo with them – taken in the flight. Air India crew's note to Shashi Tharoor Shashi Tharoor's big shoutout for the Tata group airline comes amid US media reports on the ongoing investigations into the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad that killed 241 people on board. On Thursday, July 17, the Wall Street Journal revealed the final exchange between the two pilots – captain Sumeet Sabharwal and first officer Clive Kunder – pointing to possible pilot error as a key factor in the deadly crash. The report also cited some persons familiar with the American probe. Following the report, Federation of Indian Pilots (FIP) initiated a legal action through a formal notice to The Wall Street Journal and Reuters, and also sought an official apology. Earlier, the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) had rubbished the Wall Street Journal report on the Blackbox recording of dialogue between the Air India flight 171's two pilot before the crash, terming it as 'selective and unverified' reporting.
BBC News
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Bank of Ideas: Unique Belfast community projects face public vote for funding
A sober rave for older people, a meal to meet your neighbours and a dance event on Black Mountain are just some community events hoping to avail of up to £2,000 in funding at a special event at Belfast City Bank of Ideas will see members of the public cast their votes on at least 75 pitches that are designed to enhance local communities in 14:00 BST to 17:00 BST on Sunday, the event will feature a market stall-style showcase of each idea where the public can vote on what projects should receive part of the prize overall funding is £50,000, which will be divided evenly between a minimum of 25 participants between north, south, east and west Belfast, as well as the city centre. Some 29 applicants claimed the prize last year and BBC News NI caught up with a few of them to get a flavour of how the funding benefited their ideas. Arts projects big beneficiaries Among the winners at last year's Bank of Ideas was Deirdre McKenna, the outreach and projects officer at the Blackbox charity, which provides an arts space in Cathedral Blackbox is Black Moon, which has hosted a nightclub for adults with disabilities on a monthly basis since 2010."We work alongside three DJs who all specialise in different music genres," said Ms used the money to help host an event at Ormeau Park with up to 300 people in attendance."What Belfast City Council has done is secure additional funding so we can now set up changing facilities at the event," she said."They are also helping us make this event bigger and bigger, year on year." Hopes to extend special projects Pearse was one of those who attended Blackbox's festival. His aunt is Antoinette Campbell who set up the Wonder Bubble project, with Pearse as the is also a winner from last year's explained that Wonder Bubble "is an immersive experience for kids and adults with learning disabilities which we hope to extend beyond that"."I set it up with my nephew Pearse, who has learning difficulties," she said"We use giant bubble and bubble bath displays and interactions to allow those that come to us have a good time."The money that we got from the event last year was used to extend the programme to up to 300 people at Mater Dei in north Belfast."It also helped us get better equipment such as speakers for audio tools, as well as a better bubble machine." Upcycling denim and clothes swap Jess McCourt is a volunteer at Climate Craic and as one of the recipients of last year's reward, she was able to help set up a festival around climate change. She told BBC News NI: "The message of climate change can be all doom and gloom; we look to the more positive side and see what people within NI are doing to help the climate."To highlight this we host events with stalls and activities with the money we received from the Bank of Ideas."The event was a three day festival called the Autumn Equinox Festival. "We had panels on climate change," Jess said, "as well as stalls of businesses that are environmentally sustainable."We also had workshops on a range of stuff from upcycling denim for aprons and bags, as well as clothes swaps and sign making for issues in your local area."
India Gazette
19-06-2025
- India Gazette
AAIB commences formal inquiry into the Air India flight crash incident
New Delhi [India], June 19 (ANI): The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has commenced a formal inquiry into the Air India flight crash in Ahmedabad and the multi-disciplinary team from AAIB has commenced investigation from June 12, said an official statement from the Ministry of Civil Aviation on Thursday. The investigation has been ordered by DG, AAIB. NTSB and OEM teams have arrived to assist AAIB as per ICAO protocols. A combined unit of the Digital Flight Data Recorder (DFDR) and Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) has been recovered from the crash site on 13 June 2025 and another set was found on 16 June. This model of aircraft has two Blackbox sets, added the statement. The AAIB investigation is progressing steadily with all necessary support from local authorities and agencies. Key recovery work, including site documentation and evidence collection, has been completed, and further analysis is now underway. The Ministry remains committed to full transparency relating to the ongoing investigation and will follow all mandated protocols and norms, in the larger interest of the highest standards of Passenger Safety and convenience. The Minister emphasised the importance of working together as a cohesive and responsive team to uphold passenger trust and bring operational stability, which has been the cornerstone of Indian aviation. Certain media outlets have reported that the CVR/DFDR from the ill-fated AI171 flight is being sent abroad for retrieval and analysis. The AAIB will decide the location for decoding the flight recorders after assessing all technical, safety, and security considerations, mentioned the official statement. The Ministry of Civil Aviation urged all stakeholders to refrain from speculation on such sensitive matters and to allow the investigative process to proceed with the seriousness and professionalism it warrants. The crash occurred on June 12, when a London-bound Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed into a hostel complex of BJ Medical College in the Meghani Nagar area of Gujarat's Ahmedabad shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The tragedy claimed 241 lives out of 242 onboard, including former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. (ANI)
Time of India
19-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
‘AAIB to decide if AI 171 black boxes need t be sent abroad for analysis:' Govt
NEW DELHI: The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) will decide whether to send the black boxes — cockpit voice and flight data records — of the ill-fated Boeing 787 that crashed as AI 171 last Thursday abroad for analysis. 'The decision regarding location for decoding the flight recorders will be taken by AAIB after due assessment of all technical, safety, and security considerations,' a govt statement said Thursday. 'A multi-disciplinary team from AAIB has commenced investigation (into AI 171 crash) from June 12. The investigation has been ordered by DG, AAIB. US National Transportation Safety Board and original equipment manufacturer (like Boeing, GE) teams have arrived to assist AAIB as per ICAO protocols. A combined unit of the digital flight data recorder (DFDR) and cockpit voice recorder (CVR) was recovered from the crash site on June 13 and another set was found on June 16. This model of aircraft has two Blackbox sets,' The govt statement said. Meanwhile, Union aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu Thursday held a meeting to review ground-level preparedness and passenger support mechanisms because of rescheduling of flights happening due to multiple reasons like post-accident checks, weather changes, closing of certain airspaces due to geopolitical tensions etc. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Memperdagangkan CFD Emas dengan salah satu spread terendah? IC Markets Mendaftar Undo While emphasising on safety, he directed airlines to address passenger issues swiftly; asked airports to have adequate food, drinking water, and adequate seating facilities. Airport directors were directed to reinforce wildlife hazard management, including the deterrence of birds and stray animals. Naidu also met top officials from SpiceJet, Indigo and Akasa on June 18 and 19. He reviewed fleet performance, safety oversight, passengers experience & convenience and airline communication strategy.
