Title: By 2030, the 5G Revolution in India’s Hands: World’s Second Largest Mobile Manufacturing Hub!
Analysis: India is taking giant strides on the path of Digital India. By 2030, the number of 5G users in the country is estimated to cross 100 crore (1 billion). It is a matter of pride that, not just in terms of users, India is set to rise to the second position globally in mobile handset manufacturing as well. The fact that India is already focusing on 6G technology serves as a prelude to a sustainable digital economy for the future.
TCS’s Bumper Profit: ₹13,718 Crore Net Profit Recorded in the Fourth Quarter
Bengaluru: India’s IT giant Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has achieved unprecedented success in the last quarter (Q4) of the financial year 2025-26. The company surpassed market expectations by earning a total net profit of ₹13,718 crore during this period. Compared to the same period last year, a significant rise of 12% was seen in profits.
10% Increase in Revenue
Not just profit, the company’s total revenue has also grown significantly. According to the report, the company’s revenue in this quarter reached approximately ₹70,698 crore. This indicates a growth of 10% higher than last year. Through this, TCS has solidified its top position in the global IT market.
Bumper Dividend for Investors
Against the backdrop of this remarkable financial achievement by the company, the Board of Directors has declared a Final Dividend of ₹31 per share to its shareholders. This has brought joy among investors, and it has effectively given greater strength to the value of TCS shares in the market.
Large-Scale Deals and Future Outlook
Responding to this, TCS’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) K. Krithivasan stated, ‘We have been consistently achieving good progress in the third and fourth quarters. Despite the challenges in the market, demand for our services has increased. Especially the ‘mega deals’ (large-value agreements) have been supportive of our company’s growth.
Highlights:
- Net Profit: ₹13,718 crore (12% increase).
- Total Revenue: ₹70,698 crore (10% increase).
- Dividend: Final dividend of ₹31 per share declared.
Employee Count: The company’s total number of employees has now reached 3,95,571
Summer’s ‘Heat’ Hits the Egg Market: Farmers Distressed by Falling Demand and Price Decline
Report: Bengaluru: The rising temperature in the state day by day has dealt a major blow not just to humans, but also to the egg market. Due to the intensity of summer and changes in consumers’ eating habits, a significant decline has been seen in egg prices, and poultry farmers have been caught in distress.
Picture of the Price Decline:
For the past few weeks, the downward trend in the wholesale price of eggs has continued.
- Wholesale Price: The wholesale price, which was earlier ₹5.50 per egg, has now dropped to ₹4.55.
- Retail Price: In some areas, eggs are being sold in the retail market at prices ranging from ₹5 to ₹5.50.
- Tamil Nadu Impact: The decline in egg prices to ₹3.70 in the Namakkal market of neighboring Tamil Nadu has had a direct impact on the state’s market as well.
What Are the Reasons for the Decline in Demand?
- 1. Intense Temperature: Due to the scorching heat of summer, people have reduced their consumption of eggs. The belief that eggs increase heat in the body is a major reason for the decline in demand.
- 2. School Holidays: Since schools and colleges are on holiday, the supply of eggs for the midday meal scheme has come to a halt. This has caused the quantity of eggs available in the market to increase.
- 3. International Market: A decline has also been seen in the quantity of eggs exported to Gulf countries, leading to increased stock/inventory in the domestic market.
The Producers’ Lament/Grievance:
Poultry farmers are suffering severe losses due to this price decline. Even though the price of poultry feed has increased, the falling price of eggs has added salt to the wound.
Demand has declined due to the summer. Earlier, lakhs of eggs were being consumed per day, but now people are staying away from eggs. As a result, the stock of eggs in the market has increased and the price has come down.” — G. Venkateshwarulu, Chairman, National Egg Coordination Committee (Bengaluru Zone).
Market Future / Future of the Market:
According to market experts, a recovery in egg prices is doubtful until the monsoon rains begin and the weather cools down. While consumers are currently getting eggs at lower prices, this summer has turned out to be ‘hot’ only for the producers.
Summary: As a result of the intensity of summer and school holidays, the egg market has turned dull/sluggish. It is expected that prices will stabilize again as the weather changes in the coming days.
