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UltraTech Cement said on April 29 that it has earmarked Rs 9,500 crore worth capex for the current financial year as the cement maker is going ahead with capacity expansion plans to protect market share and cater to robust domestic demand. The company plans to spend 70 percent of the earmarked capex as growth capex while 13 percent will be spent on ESG-related activities, according to an investor presentation filed by the company on BSE. Earlier this month, the Aditya Birla group-owned said that it will invest Rs 32,400 crore towards its capital expenditure over the next three years. โIt…
Paint manufacturer Nippon Paint has launched its latest Nspire store in Bengaluru, located at Kaval Byrasandra area, the company said in a press release recently. The store offers Nippon Paintโs exclusive product range alongside expert painting advice. โThrough this latest Nspire store launch in Kaval Byrasandra, Bengaluru, we aim to provide our valued customers with a unique and convenient shopping experience. Here, they can explore our exclusive range of Nippon Paint products and receive expert painting advice, all under one roof,โ said Mark Titus, Vice President of Marketing โ Decorative Division at Nippon Paint India. The new store features a…
Gurugram-based commercial and residential real estate company Rise Infra ventures Ltd. announced that it has achieved massive gross sales of Rs. 2620 crores in FY 2023-24. This is a whopping 110% higher than the previous year’s numbers. In FY 2022-23, the company’s gross sales figure was Rs. 1428 crores. This stupendous performance comes on the heels of record realty sales in the last two years and the boom in premium and luxury housing. Buoyed by the numbers, the company has set its sights on a gross sales target of Rs. 4000 crores for the next financial year, 2024-25. “Gross sales…
The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) unveiled the recipients of the Five-Star Contractor Project of the Year Awards at Coverings 2024. These awards celebrate excellence and innovation in the tile installation industry, recognizing the outstanding achievements of top professionals. Among the winners were Hohn & Hohn, D.W. Sanders Tile and Stone Contracting, Christian Brothers Flooring & Interiors, Lippert Flooring & Tile and David Allen Company. Hohn & Hohn was awarded the NTCA Five-Star Project of the Year Residential Artisan Achievement of Excellence for their work on the Collaboration in Tile project where they worked with local tile maker Josh Blanc…
Uttar Pradesh-based home decor and furnishing brand Ouchcart eyes Rs 30 crore revenue in financial year (FY) 2025, an increase of around 200% as compared to the previous fiscal where it clocked around Rs 10 crore, a release by the company said recently. โWe are determined to change the business dynamics of the furniture industry with Ouchcart by offering outstanding products that not only enhance the beauty of living spaces but also bring about unmatchable comfort and lasting durability,โ said Atif Shamsi, founder and chief executive officer (CEO) of Ouchcart. However, he did not mention how the company aims to…
Somany Ceramics, a leading name in the ceramic industry, collaborated with K R Mangalam University on World Design Day, April 27th, 2024 on a project titled โTransforming Broken Tiles into Trendsetting Style,โ this innovative initiative is aimed at promoting recycling of waste tiles into pieces of art and captivating murals, fostering a culture of sustainability while addressing waste reduction. Over 20 talented architecture students showcased their art and technical expertise in repurposing discarded tiles into breathtaking works of art, serving as a testament to their commitment to sustainability and innovation. While talking about the collaboration, Anshuman Chakravarty, Head, Marketing at…
Modern Slats, a distinguished leader in tailor-made architectural finishes, unveiled its exclusive assortment of opulent wood wall paneling at the esteemed Home Renovation Event Expo in Canada . The debut of this new line, featuring the Luxury White Oiled Oak, Charcoal Oiled Oak, Luxury Smoke Oiled Oak, and Dark Walnut Oiled Oak Acoustic Wood Panels, marks a groundbreaking fusion of interior sophistication and acoustic advancement. Each meticulously crafted panel in the collection reflects Modern Slats’ commitment to quality and sustainability, utilizing eco-friendly materials and state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques. Designed to meet the high expectations of architects, designers, and homeowners alike, this…
Prince Pipes, an integrated piping solutions providers, has presented in PlumbexIndia 2024 its complete range of Plumbing and drainage products that blend manufacturing excellence with sustainability while addressing a wide gamut of applications across the Indian real estate and industrial segments. Prince also unveiled its bathware line โ Aquel by Prince, including faucets and shower heads to elevate its brand proposition and showcase a bespoke portfolio that is set to โAdorn every spaceโ. Dr Niranjan Hiranandani inaugurated Prince Pipesโ pavilion. Nihar Chheda, VP, strategy, Prince Pipes and Fittings, said, โAn exciting time as we participate in PlumbexIndia 2024. We were…