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Festivities Galore At Dome Christmas Carnival 2018 In Mumbai
MUMBAI: Dome@NSCI, India’s premier entertainment and leisure destination, hosted the third edition of Mumbai’s biggest Christmas Carnival on December 25th, 2018. Dome Christmas Carnival 2018 was a celebration for children of all ages, and had numerous activities and rides dedicated to making this a memorable event for all in attendance.
Children could be seen enjoying themselves with games, festival eats and gifts, among a host of other activities. Spellbinding performances by drummers and a Santa parade added the festive sparkle. However, one of the biggest draw, were the beloved cartoons from Nickelodeon – SpongeBob Squarepants, Dora the Explorer and Rudra, who interacted with the attending children and their parents.
The Christmas Carnival saw children have a gala time with amusement park like activities, which included bull rides, trampolines, electronic car, and ring games. Face painting, bungee jumping and balloon sculpting added to the fun. Many guests, both children and parents alike, could be seen clicking pictures with Santa Claus and at the dedicated zones.
Speaking on the success of the Carnival, Mazhar Nadiadwala, MD, Dome Entertainment Pvt Ltd said, “Dome Christmas Carnival is extremely special to us, as it gives us the satisfaction of seeing the joy on faces of children and brings families together. Already in its third year, we ensured that the 2018 edition’s festivities were bigger and grander than ever before. It was important to us that children, and parents, have a gala time and go back home with a memorable experience that lasts a lifetime. We are delighted at the success of the carnival, and hope we have lived up to everyone’s expectations. ”
With a beautiful view of the Arabian Sea, Dome@NSCI, SVP Stadium stands tall overlooking the Worli sea-face and the Haji Ali Dargah. The venue was convenient for families to spend their day, being in the heart of the city with ample parking space and great connectivity. The Christmas Carnival was organised masterfully, and will likely be etched into the memories of all attendees for years to come.
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Sapphire Foods FY26 revenue rises to Rs 3,125 crore, posts loss
Q4 revenue at Rs 792 crore, FY26 loss at Rs 32 crore amid cost pressures.
MUMBAI: If growth is on the menu, profitability seems to have taken a brief detour. Sapphire Foods India reported a steady rise in topline for FY26, even as rising costs weighed on profitability. Revenue from operations grew to Rs 3,125 crore for the year ended March 31, 2026, up from Rs 2,882 crore in FY25. However, the company swung to a loss, reporting a net loss of Rs 32 crore for FY26, compared to a profit of Rs 17 crore in the previous year. Total income for the year stood at Rs 3,153 crore, while total expenses climbed to Rs 3,167 crore, reflecting pressure across key cost heads.
In the March quarter, revenue came in at Rs 792 crore, compared to Rs 711 crore in the same period last year. The company reported a quarterly net loss of Rs 13 crore, against a profit of Rs 2 crore a year earlier.
Cost pressures remained visible across operations. Material costs rose to Rs 995 crore for FY26, while employee expenses increased to Rs 428 crore. Other expenses, the largest component, stood at Rs 1,229 crore, underscoring the impact of store operations and expansion-related spends.
Depreciation and amortisation expenses also climbed to Rs 392 crore for the year, reflecting continued investments in store infrastructure and growth.
At the operating level, the company reported a loss before tax of Rs 37 crore for FY26, compared to a profit of Rs 23 crore in FY25. Exceptional items added Rs 24 crore to the cost burden during the year.
On the balance sheet, total assets rose to Rs 3,256 crore as of March 31, 2026, up from Rs 3,041 crore a year earlier, indicating ongoing expansion. Net worth stood at Rs 1,389 crore.
Despite profitability pressures, operating cash flow remained resilient at Rs 507 crore, highlighting underlying business strength and demand stability.
The numbers paint a familiar picture in the quick-service restaurant space, growth continues to be served hot, but margins are still finding their footing.
