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Lessons in profit as Zee Learn makes the grade in December quarter
Education firm sharpens margins as costs cool and earnings stay on course.
MUMBAI: Report cards don’t usually come with punchlines, but Zee Learn Limited delivered one this quarter, posting a stronger showing for the three months ended December 31, 2025, as tighter costs and steadier operations helped lift profitability. For the December quarter, Zee Learn reported revenue from operations of Rs 45.67 crore, compared with Rs 44.35 crore in the same period last year. Including other income of Rs 1.48 crore, total income stood at Rs 47.16 crore, slightly lower than Rs 48.45 crore a year earlier due to reduced non-operating gains.
The real learning curve showed up below the line. Net profit for the quarter rose to Rs 4.20 crore, nearly doubling from Rs 2.16 crore in the corresponding quarter last year and sharply higher than the Rs 0.47 crore posted in the September 2025 quarter. Profit before tax came in at Rs 7.47 crore, reflecting a healthier operating mix.
Expenses during the quarter were kept in check at Rs 39.69 crore, down from Rs 45.72 crore a year ago. Employee benefit expenses stood at Rs 16.06 crore, while selling and marketing costs were Rs 6.79 crore. Finance costs, which had weighed heavily in earlier periods, showed a favourable swing, supporting margins.
For the nine months ended December 31, 2025, Zee Learn posted revenue from operations of Rs 158.66 crore, up from Rs 145.64 crore in the corresponding period last year. Total income for the nine-month period rose to Rs 164.72 crore, compared with Rs 155.17 crore a year earlier.
Net profit for the nine-month period stood at Rs 17.73 crore, an improvement over Rs 14.21 crore reported in the same period last year. Total comprehensive income for the period came in at Rs 17.84 crore, signalling steady momentum across the academic calendar.
For context, the company had reported a net profit of Rs 54.19 crore for the full year ended March 31, 2025, on total income of Rs 285.76 crore, setting a relatively high base for the current year.
With operations spanning formal education and allied services through subsidiaries including Liberium Global Resources, Digital Ventures and Academia Edificio, Zee Learn’s latest numbers suggest the company is quietly passing its financial exams, one quarter at a time.
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Hyundai Venue crosses 1 lakh bookings, adds HX8 Diesel AT variant
New top-spec automatic diesel trim brings ventilated seats, OTA updates and paddle shifters.
MUMBAI: Hyundai Venue just hit the jackpot and upgraded the prize because when you cross 1 lakh bookings, you don’t just celebrate, you throw in paddle shifters and ventilated seats for the ride. Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) announced that the all-new Hyundai Venue has achieved 1 lakh bookings, cementing its strong position in the compact SUV segment. To mark the milestone and further enhance customer choice, the company introduced the new HX8 Diesel Automatic (AT) variant.
The HX8 Diesel AT is powered by the proven U2 1.5L CRDi diesel engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. It adds a host of premium comfort, safety and convenience features, including:
- Ventilated front seats
- Dual-tone leatherette seats with VENUE branding
- Electric 4-way driver seat adjust
- Controller Over-the-Air (OTA) updates
- Hyundai Bluelink connected car technology
- Electric parking brake with auto hold
- Rear disc brakes
- Ambient lighting on crash pad and central console
- Drive mode select (Eco, Normal, Sport)
- Traction control modes (Sand, Mud, Snow)
- Paddle shifters
HMIL, managing director & CEO Tarun Garg said, “We are delighted that the new Hyundai Venue has crossed 1 lakh bookings, reaffirming the strong trust Indian customers place in our brand. The introduction of the new HX8 Diesel Automatic variant further strengthens the Venue lineup, offering customers the perfect blend of diesel efficiency, torque-rich performance and effortless convenience.”
Backed by Hyundai’s extensive sales and service network, the Venue continues to appeal to buyers seeking a feature-rich, comfortable and future-ready compact SUV. The new variant reinforces HMIL’s focus on delivering advanced technology, safety, comfort and value while adapting to evolving customer preferences.
In a segment where bookings are the real horsepower, Hyundai isn’t just counting milestones, it’s handing drivers an automatic upgrade that makes every journey feel like the victory lap.
