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Business Standard
01-08-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
JSW Energy gains after Q1 PAT climbs 42% YoY to Rs 743 cr
JSW Energy added 2.01% to Rs 525.30 after the company's consolidated net profit jumped 42.43% to Rs 743.12 crore on 78.62% increase in revenue from operations to Rs 5,143.37 crore in Q1 FY26 over Q1 FY25. Profit before tax and deferred tax adjustable in future tariff stood at Rs 1,015.41 crore in Q1 FY26, registering the growth of 45.43% compared with Rs 698.22 crore in Q1 FY25. EBITDA surged 93% to Rs 3,057 crore in Q1 FY26, compared with Rs 1,581 crore in Q1 FY25, driven by organic capacity additions and contribution from Mahanadi and 02 Power. EBITDA margin increased to 56% in Q1 FY26 as against 52% in Q1 FY25. Net generation rose 71% YoY in Q1 FY26 to 13.5 BUs, driven by organic renewable energy (RE) capacity additions, contribution from 02 Power and Mahanadi plant, and higher generation at the Vijayanagar post long-term tie-u p. Total installed capacity at the end of Q1 FY26 stood at 12,768 MW, up 70% YoY - adding 1,893 MW during Q1 FY26. Sharad Mahendra, joint managing director and CEO of JSW Energy, said, "This quarter marks an inflection point for JSW Energy as our disciplined investment strategy and sustained capex have driven robust earnings growth and a significant improvement in quality of earnings, driven by a higher share of tied-up capacity. We are actively evaluating PPA tie up for our open capacity to further strengthen the cash flow visibility. We continue to exercise strong financial discipline, maintaining leverage within comfortable levels. This resilience is reaffirmed by ICRA's AA-/ Stable rating for JSW Neo underscoring the strength in our balance sheet. Looking ahead, we aim to build on this momentum with a cumulative capex of around Rs 1,30,000 crore reaching 30 GW generation capacity and 40 GWh of energy storage capacity by FY 2030." JSW Energy is one of the leading private sector power producers in India and part of JSW group. It has established its presence across the value chains of power sector with diversified assets in power generation, and transmission.
Time of India
28-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Min aims to plant 1L trees in Sambalpur
1 2 3 Sambalpur: To give Sambalpur a new identity as the "City of Trees," Union education minister and local MP Dharmendra Pradhan launched a large-scale plantation drive 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0', a national campaign on Saturday. The initiative aims to plant 1 lakh trees across the district by Aug 31. Participating in a Van Mahotsav programme at Potapali on Saturday, Pradhan planted saplings alongside students, women, volunteers and social activists. He urged every person to plant at least one tree in their mother's name. "Just like Maa Samaleswari, Nuakhai, and the Mahanadi give identity to Sambalpur, let tree plantation become another pride of the city," said Pradhan. He said the nationwide campaign under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership aims to plant 10 crore trees this year. The district administration and forest department will lead Sambalpur's goal of planting 1 lakh trees by Aug-end. He encouraged plantation drives in schools, colleges, roadsides and offices, gifting saplings and reducing single-use plastics. "This mission should become a people's movement," he said. "By planting trees, we protect our forests, rivers, and wildlife and ensure a healthier future." The event concluded with an environmental pledge led by the minister, where participants vowed to contribute to a greener and cleaner Sambalpur.
Time of India
06-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Chhattisgarh's Dhamtari launches ‘MAA' to restore Mahanadi source focus on river revival, green cover & tourism development
RAIPUR: The Dhamtari district administration has launched a special campaign, 'Mahanadi Awakening Abhiyan' (MAA), to restore the origin area of the Mahanadi River. The 18-km stretch from Pharshiya to Sihawa will be covered under this initiative, which aims to enhance ecological balance and promote sustainable development. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Dhamtari Collector Abinash Mishra said the comprehensive restoration of the Mahanadi's origin will include desilting the riverbed, reinforcing the banks, increasing green cover, beautifying the surroundings, making the area accessible to the public, developing the region, and involving the community in conservation efforts. Mishra added that by revitalising the river's source, MAA aims to boost the region's popularity, transform the origin into a tourist attraction, improve agricultural output, enhance local livelihoods, and strengthen the regional economy. The Mahanadi Awakening Abhiyan was inaugurated on 2 May. Thousands of villagers took part in the inaugural event across several villages in the Dhamtari district. Mishra explained that the MAA campaign is a special initiative and an extended version of the state government's ongoing 'Mor Gaon, Mor Paani' campaign. Nearly 20 km of land alongside the Mahanadi, which is regarded as the lifeline of Chhattisgarh and one of India's ten largest rivers, will be developed under this drive. He also noted that this is a major project being carried out scientifically for effective results. In the past two months, cleaning, removal of encroachments, beautification, and tree plantation along the riverbanks have taken place. The Collector said ten villages, including Pharshiya, Sambalpur, Chikhli, and Ganeshwar, will benefit through sustainable development plans under the campaign. A major focus will be the development of Karneshwar Mahadev Dham and Shringi Rishi Ashram, covering 1.5 km, as a tourist destination. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Road widening and anicut (small dam) construction will also be undertaken. The campaign will also include measures to tackle water scarcity. Support is being received from educational institutions, NCC, NSS, various government departments, the public, and IIT Madras for technical expertise. Mishra said this year-long awareness campaign is dedicated to rejuvenating the Mahanadi, which originates in Chhattisgarh, flows through Odisha, and empties into the Bay of Bengal. He described it as a collective movement to raise awareness, encourage participation, and build a sense of responsibility towards conserving and restoring the Mahanadi.
Economic Times
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Kamal Haasan reveals what makes Mani Ratnam 'timeless', says he would show up on set at 5 :30 am
Agencies Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan are reuniting for another movie after nearly 40 years. Throughout his illustrious journey in cinema spanning several decades, Kamal Haasan has delivered some of Indian cinema's most memorable masterpieces — including landmark films like Hey Ram, Nayakan, and Mahanadi. Among these, Nayakan (1987) remains one of his most celebrated and critically revered works, and also one of his top-rated films on IMDb. This cinematic gem was directed by none other than the iconic filmmaker Mani Ratnam. In a recent conversation, Haasan fondly reflected on Ratnam's unique traits as a filmmaker, particularly his unwavering discipline and commitment — like consistently arriving on set earlier than anyone else. Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter India, Haasan shared that while Ratnam's core personality hasn't softened over time, he has become more considerate and polished in his approach. 'Mani hasn't grown milder with age — instead, he's evolved,' Haasan remarked. 'If he ever became mellow, it would diminish his essence. What he's done is slow down enough for others to keep pace. In Tamil, 'mani' means 'time,' and we joke that he's '5:30 Mani Ratnam' because that's when he lands on set. The poor cinematographer needs to arrive by 5 am — which means leaving by 4:30.' Haasan then shared a lighthearted moment when he teased Ratnam about his punctuality. The entire film crew erupted in laughter when Haasan dubbed the director '5:30 Mani.' The nickname quickly caught on, and soon reached Ratnam himself. When word got back to him, the whole team fell silent with embarrassment — but Haasan immediately stepped forward and took full responsibility. 'Nobody dares to ask when Mani Ratnam wakes up — nobody knows! But when I officially declared his new nickname, the crew cheered. When he eventually heard about it, everyone looked guilty. I told him, 'It was all my doing.''In the same interview, Haasan also recounted Ratnam's exacting standards and the extreme lengths he demands from his team. One such incident involved a grueling trek to one of the tallest waterfalls in the world, located in Kodaikanal. Ratnam wanted a shot from its base, so Haasan, his daughter Shruti, art director Sabu Cyril, cinematographer Ravi K. Chandran, stunt coordinator Vikram Dharma, and others set off at 7 a.m. The journey through dense forest was so challenging that within just two hours, several assistant directors had collapsed, injured, or fainted. Now, nearly four decades after their last major collaboration, Haasan and Ratnam are joining forces once again for Thug Life, which is scheduled to hit theaters in June. Their previous work together, Nayakan, was both a box-office and critical triumph. Loosely inspired by Mumbai don Varadarajan Mudaliar and The Godfather, the 1987 film ran for over 175 days in theaters. It earned National Awards for Best Actor (Haasan), Best Cinematography (P.C. Sreeram), and Best Art Direction (Thota Tharani). Although it didn't secure an Oscar nomination, it was India's official submission for the 60th Academy Awards and later featured in Time magazine's 'All-Time 100 Best Films' and News18's list of '100 Greatest Indian Films.' The film was eventually remade in Hindi as Dayavan.
Time of India
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kamal Haasan reveals what makes Mani Ratnam 'timeless', says he would show up on set at 5 :30 am
Throughout his illustrious journey in cinema spanning several decades, Kamal Haasan has delivered some of Indian cinema 's most memorable masterpieces — including landmark films like Hey Ram, Nayakan, and Mahanadi. Among these, Nayakan (1987) remains one of his most celebrated and critically revered works, and also one of his top-rated films on IMDb. This cinematic gem was directed by none other than the iconic filmmaker Mani Ratnam . In a recent conversation, Haasan fondly reflected on Ratnam's unique traits as a filmmaker, particularly his unwavering discipline and commitment — like consistently arriving on set earlier than anyone else. Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter India, Haasan shared that while Ratnam's core personality hasn't softened over time, he has become more considerate and polished in his approach. 'Mani hasn't grown milder with age — instead, he's evolved,' Haasan remarked. 'If he ever became mellow, it would diminish his essence. What he's done is slow down enough for others to keep pace. In Tamil, 'mani' means 'time,' and we joke that he's '5:30 Mani Ratnam' because that's when he lands on set. The poor cinematographer needs to arrive by 5 am — which means leaving by 4:30.' Haasan then shared a lighthearted moment when he teased Ratnam about his punctuality. The entire film crew erupted in laughter when Haasan dubbed the director '5:30 Mani.' The nickname quickly caught on, and soon reached Ratnam himself. When word got back to him, the whole team fell silent with embarrassment — but Haasan immediately stepped forward and took full responsibility. 'Nobody dares to ask when Mani Ratnam wakes up — nobody knows! But when I officially declared his new nickname, the crew cheered. When he eventually heard about it, everyone looked guilty. I told him, 'It was all my doing.'' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why more and more senior women swear by this sandal Sandals Trend Undo In the same interview, Haasan also recounted Ratnam's exacting standards and the extreme lengths he demands from his team. One such incident involved a grueling trek to one of the tallest waterfalls in the world, located in Kodaikanal. Ratnam wanted a shot from its base, so Haasan, his daughter Shruti, art director Sabu Cyril, cinematographer Ravi K. Chandran, stunt coordinator Vikram Dharma, and others set off at 7 a.m. The journey through dense forest was so challenging that within just two hours, several assistant directors had collapsed, injured, or fainted. Now, nearly four decades after their last major collaboration, Haasan and Ratnam are joining forces once again for Thug Life , which is scheduled to hit theaters in June. Their previous work together, Nayakan, was both a box-office and critical triumph. Loosely inspired by Mumbai don Varadarajan Mudaliar and The Godfather, the 1987 film ran for over 175 days in theaters. It earned National Awards for Best Actor (Haasan), Best Cinematography (P.C. Sreeram), and Best Art Direction (Thota Tharani). Although it didn't secure an Oscar nomination, it was India's official submission for the 60th Academy Awards and later featured in Time magazine's 'All-Time 100 Best Films' and News18's list of '100 Greatest Indian Films.' The film was eventually remade in Hindi as Dayavan.
