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Business Standard
01-08-2025
- Business Standard
Lava's affordable Blaze Dragon 5G smartphone goes on sale with bank offers
Lava Blaze Dragon 5G smartphone, launched on July 25, is now available for purchase on Amazon India. Priced at Rs 9,999, the smartphone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chip and comes with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage. The smartphone features a 6.7-inch display and packs a 5000mAh battery. The company promises that the smartphone comes with a bloatware-free, ad-free experience and clean Android 15. Lava Blaze Dragon 5G: Price and availability 4GB RAM + 128GB storage: Rs 9,999 Colour: Golden Mist and Midnight The smartphone is available on the e-commerce platform Amazon. Lava said it will offer free service at home for the Blaze Dragon 5G, pan India, alongside the retail outlets. Launch offer includes: Bank discount: Rs 1,000 off from select bank cards during Amazon's Great Freedom Festival sale. Exchange bonus: Additional Rs 1,000 discount on eligible device exchange. Lava Blaze Dragon 5G: Details Lava Blaze Dragon is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 Chip, coupled with 4GB RAM and 128GB internal storage. The Lava Blaze Dragon 5G sports a 6.74-inch 2.5D display (720 x 1612 resolution) of a 120Hz refresh rate and a brightness of 450 nits. In terms of battery, the Lava Blaze Dragon 5G smartphone packs a 5000mAh battery, which supports 18W wired charging. The phone features a side fingerprint sensor for easy unlocking. The smartphone runs on the latest Stock Android 15 with zero bloatware. The company also promises one Android upgrade and two years of security updates. Lava Blaze Dragon 5G: Specification Display: 6.745-inch, 720 × 1612 resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 450 nits brightness Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 RAM: 4GB LPDDR4x Storage: 128GB UFS 3.1 Operating System: Android 15 (stock) Primary camera: 50MP Front Camera: 8MP Battery: 5000mAh Charging: 18W Fingerprint Sensor: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor
Business Standard
30-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Allied Blenders gains as Q1 PAT skyrockets 399% to Rs 56 crore
Allied Blenders and Distillers rose by 1.65% to Rs 495.30 after the company's consolidated net profit stood at Rs 56 crore in Q1 FY26, marking a 398.6% increase compared to Rs 11 crore in Q1 FY25. Revenue from operations (excluding excise duty) increased by 21.80% year-on-year (YoY) to Rs 922.86 crore in Q1 FY26. Profit before tax surged by 386.74% to Rs 75.64 crore in Q1 FY26, compared to Rs 15.54 crore recorded in Q1 FY25. EBITDA for the quarter stood at Rs 119 crore in Q1 FY26, reflecting a 56.4% increase compared to Rs 76 crore in Q1 FY25. EBITDA margin was 12.8% in Q1 FY26, compared to 10% in Q1 FY25. The Prestige & Above (P&A) portfolio continued to perform strongly in Q1 FY26, supported by robust consumer demand across regions. Total volumes grew by 17.2% year-on-year to 8.5 million cases, up from 7.3 million cases in Q1 FY25. The share of P&A in overall volume rose to 46.2% in Q1 FY26 from 36.9% in Q1 FY25, while its value contribution increased to 55.8% from 46.1% over the same period. ICONiQ White, recognized as the worlds fastest-growing Millionaire Spirits Brand in CY2023 and CY2024, maintained strong momentum across India, reinforcing its growing popularity and leadership in the premium segment. Golden Mist marks Allied Blenders and Distillers' entry into the fast-growing prestige brandy segment, strengthening its non-whisky offerings in the Prestige & Above category. The launch reflects the companys commitment to portfolio diversification and premiumization. Golden Mist has been introduced in key markets such as Karnataka and Telangana. Alok Gupta, managing director of ABD, stated, This quarter marks our fourth consecutive quarter of strong performance validating our strategy of prioritizing profitable volume growth, premiumization of portfolio and agile investments in backward integration to enhance margins. As we move forward, our strategic focus positions us strongly to sustain growth and consistently enhance customer value. Following the IPO in July 2024, the company recorded its 4th consecutive quarter of strong profitable performance. Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD) is the largest domestic Spirits company in India, in terms of annual sales volumes. ABD has a presence in five main flavors, i.e., whisky, brandy, rum, vodka, and gin, with millionaire brands like Officers Choice Whisky, Officers Choice Blue Whisky, Sterling Reserve Premium Whiskies and ICONiQ White Whisky. Currently, its manufacturing network comprises 37 units, of which 9 are owned bottling units, 2 owned distilleries, and 26 non-owned manufacturing units.
Business Standard
28-04-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Allied Blenders & Distillers launches Golden Mist French Brandy in Karnataka
Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD) has announced the launch of Golden Mist French Brandy in Karnataka. With this introduction, ABD marks its entry into the fast-growing prestige brandy segment. Golden Mist combines French craftsmanship with Indian expertise to deliver a smooth and rich blend. As part of the ABD portfolio, Golden Mist strengthens the company's non-whisky premium offerings, reinforcing its commitment to diversifying and elevating its overall product range. The prestige brandy segment in Karnataka is growing at double-digit in its early teens of 13.1%, significantly outpacing the overall brandy category's high single-digit growth. Golden Mist enters the market at a time when consumers are actively seeking authentic, high-quality offerings in the mid-premium range. Golden Mist is crafted for today's discerning consumers who seek tradition with sophistication and elevated taste experiences. Aged in French oak casks for a crafted feel, the brandy offers a deep amber colour, a smooth and luxurious texture, and a flavour profile that balances grape notes with hints of liquorice, honey, and subtle spice. The brand also introduces a distinctive packaging innovation with its 180 ml Hippy pack, making it the only brand in its segment to offer this option alongside traditional glass bottles. The Hippy pack, designed in an elegant gold color, recognizes the deep connect with southern culture and enhances Golden Mist's position as a standout offering in the prestige brandy segment. Golden Mist will be available across Karnataka in four different pack sizes. The 750 ml bottle is priced at Rs 970, the 375 ml at Rs 485, the 180 ml at Rs 235 (available in both a glass bottle and the unique Hippy pack), and the 90 ml at Rs 120.
Business Upturn
28-04-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Allied Blenders launches Golden Mist French Brandy in Karnataka
By Aman Shukla Published on April 28, 2025, 11:19 IST Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD), India's third-largest spirits company by volume, has officially launched Golden Mist French Brandy in Karnataka. This introduction marks ABD's entry into the growing prestige brandy segment, which is expanding at a rate of 13.1% in Karnataka, significantly outperforming the overall brandy category. Golden Mist combines traditional French craftsmanship with local expertise to create a rich and smooth blend, catering to the evolving tastes of Indian consumers. The brand is part of ABD's strategy to diversify its non-whisky premium offerings, further enhancing its portfolio with high-quality spirits. Crafted for discerning consumers, Golden Mist is aged in French oak casks, resulting in a deep amber color and a smooth, luxurious texture. The flavor profile balances notes of grape with subtle hints of liquorice, honey, and spice, appealing to those who seek both tradition and sophistication. A unique feature of Golden Mist is its innovative packaging. In addition to traditional glass bottles, the brand introduces the 180 ml Hippy pack , designed in an elegant gold color. This packaging, available exclusively in the prestige brandy segment, aligns with Southern India's cultural preferences, making it a standout choice for consumers. The brand will be available in four different pack sizes: 750 ml (₹970), 375 ml (₹485), 180 ml (₹235), and 90 ml (₹120). The Hippy pack option is available in both glass and the new, unique packaging. Aman Shukla is a post-graduate in mass communication . A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication ,content writing and copy writing. Aman is currently working as journalist at
