Times Network Launches Comprehensive Election Coverage with JVC Exit Poll Times Network is set to deliver an extensive election programming initiative, culminating in the JVC Exit Poll on 29 April. The network will broadcast the event across its platforms, Times Now and Times Now Navbharat, starting at 5pm and 4pm respectively. This effort, co-powered by Vedanta and Jindal Stainless, combines on-ground reportage with data-driven projections to analyze voter sentiment in key regions: West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Assam, and Puducherry. The network has deployed over 50 journalists across these states to gather insights and track campaign dynamics. This initiative builds on existing election formats like Election Yatra and Election Premier League, which have previously focused on campaign narratives and community-level issues. Additionally, Times Now Navbharat has emphasized constituency-level reporting in West Bengal through its Jan Gan ka Mann series, capturing opinions from diverse voter segments. On the day of the exit poll, primetime anchors Navika Kumar, Zakka Jacob, and Sumit Awasthi will lead coverage, joined by political analysts, psephologists, and senior journalists. The programming will integrate grassroots reportage with analytics from the JVC Exit Poll, aiming to provide early insights into electoral outcomes ahead of the official results on 4 May. The network’s English and Hindi broadcasts will offer a comprehensive view of voter sentiment, blending field reporting, data, and debate to interpret potential outcomes. Network18 Reports Revenue Growth Amid Cost Pressures Network18 Media & Investments Limited reported improved financial performance for FY26, with revenue from operations rising to Rs 1,955.1 crore from Rs 1,896.2 crore in FY25. Total income reached Rs 1,978.#west_bengal #vedanta #times_network #jvc_exit_poll #jindal_stainless
Hindustan Zinc Announces Record Q4 Earnings and Interim Dividend for FY27 Hindustan Zinc, a subsidiary of Vedanta, reported its quarterly earnings for the January-March period of the 2025-26 financial year (Q4 FY26), revealing a significant surge in revenue and net profit. The company’s revenue from operations rose 49.04% year-on-year (YoY) to ₹13,544 crore, compared to ₹9,087 crore in the same period of the previous fiscal year. Consolidated net profit for the quarter increased by 67.59% YoY to ₹5,033 crore, driven by higher zinc and silver prices, increased production, lead concentrate sales, and a stronger dollar. The company’s EBITDA, or operating profit, reached ₹7,747 crore in Q4 FY26, reflecting a 61% YoY growth from ₹4,816 crore in the year-ago period. The EBITDA margin expanded to 57% during the quarter, up from 53% in Q4 FY25, representing an increase of 420 basis points (bps) YoY. Hindustan Zinc highlighted that its industry-leading EBITDA margin of 57% marked a 420 bps rise from the previous year and a 180 bps increase compared to the prior quarter. The company also noted that its EBITDA margin for FY26 stood at 54%, up 300 bps YoY. In addition to its financial performance, Hindustan Zinc declared its first interim dividend for the 2026-27 fiscal year (FY27). The board approved an interim dividend of ₹11 per equity share, equivalent to 550% of the face value of ₹2 per share. This amounts to a total payout of ₹4,648 crore. The record date for the dividend was set for April 30, 2026, with the payment to be made within the stipulated legal timelines. The company also achieved record production levels during the quarter. Hindustan Zinc reported its highest-ever mined metal production at 315 kilotonnes (kt) in Q4 FY26.#rajasthan #hindustan_zinc #vedanta #arun_misra #sandeep_modi
IDFC First Bank, Vedanta, IRCON Share Price Declines Amid Overall Market Weakness Indian markets faced selling pressure today as major stocks like IDFC First Bank, Tata Steel, Tata Motors, Grasim Industries, HDFC Life, Bajaj Finance, IRCON, and Vedanta fell sharply. The overall sentiment was negative from the start of the trading session, though US markets closed positive, suggesting a potential recovery in Indian markets tomorrow. Technical analysis for IDFC First Bank, Vedanta, and IRCON was reviewed by TopNews Team for short-term investors and traders. IDFC First Bank: Fraud Disclosure Sparks Sharp Selloff and Governance Debate A suspected Rs 590 crore fraud linked to government-related accounts has become the primary driver of investor sentiment for IDFC First Bank. The disclosure triggered a steep decline in the bank’s share price, underscoring how governance issues can overshadow fundamental performance in the short term. Reports indicated the stock dropped nearly 20% immediately after the announcement, reflecting investor concerns about internal controls and operational oversight. The alleged irregularity reportedly originated at the bank’s Chandigarh branch, involving government-linked accounts. Management responded swiftly by informing the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and initiating a forensic audit by KPMG, while suspending staff associated with the accounts. Investors are now focusing on three key questions: whether the issue is isolated to a single branch or indicates a broader operational problem, the likelihood and timeline for recovering losses through insurance claims or inter-bank settlements, and the potential damage to institutional confidence, particularly among government entities.#reserve_bank_of_india #idfc_first_bank #vedanta #ircon #kpmg
