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Samsung is presenting sponsor for Star broadcast of Premier League
MUMBAI: Samsung India is the presenting sponsor for the broadcast of the much awaited 26th Season of the Premier League (PL) that will be brought live to football fans in India on Star Sports Select and Star Sports Select HD.
The Premier League will take place from 12 August 2017 to 13 May 2018 in the United Kingdom.
Star Sports has been at the forefront of ardent PL fans in India, with live Premier League-specific shows during the 2016-17 season. The 2017-18 season will witness the first-of its kind television broadcast innovation through the Star Sports Select add on service, offering a superior experience to fans. Fans will get a wider choice of live matches, tactical feeds and more match highlights to choose from in this year’s PL broadcast. The Star sports select add on service will be available on Tata Sky.
A Star India spokesperson said, “Star Sports has been dedicated to bring the PL to the Indian football fans over the past decade. We are delighted to welcome Samsung on-board as presenting sponsor for the broadcast of world’s most followed football league. This partnership reflects our resolute endeavor to bring the best of international sports on Star Sports Select. Samsung and Star Sports have a shared commitment to nurture sports in India, and we are keen to keep fans engaged during the entire season of the tournament.”
“Sport is a great way to connect with audiences and PL is surely at the top of the viewing charts for football fans in India. We are happy to come on board as the Presenting Sponsor for the Broadcast of the exciting new season of high-quality football,” said Samsung India senior VP mobile business Asim Warsi.
Football has witnessed strong viewership over the past decade and the fan following for the sport has seen increased penetration among the middle-tier audience, while the penetration amongst the premium audience remains consistent. Social chatter around Premier League have peaked over the past 3 years and also the number of official fan clubs in India.
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Bajaj Consumer Care FY26 profit rises to Rs 193.7 crore
Revenue climbs to Rs 1,092 crore as profit grows 49 per cent YoY
MUMBAI: Hair today, growth tomorrow Bajaj Consumer Care Limited seems to have found its shine again, posting a sharp jump in profitability even as it doubled down on brand spends and expansion. The company reported a net profit of Rs 193.7 crore for FY26, marking a strong 49 per cent rise from Rs 130.1 crore in FY25. Revenue from operations also grew to Rs 1,092.2 crore, up from Rs 942.8 crore a year earlier, signalling steady demand momentum across its portfolio.
For the March quarter, profit stood at Rs 64.1 crore, compared to Rs 31.5 crore in the corresponding period last year, while revenue rose to Rs 308.3 crore from Rs 243.5 crore.
The performance came despite a notable increase in spending. Advertising and sales promotion expenses climbed to Rs 168.3 crore in FY26, up from Rs 137.8 crore in FY25, reflecting continued investment in brand building. Other expenses also rose to Rs 151.3 crore from Rs 134.2 crore, indicating a broader push towards growth.
Operating efficiency, however, held firm. Profit before tax increased to Rs 234.8 crore in FY26 from Rs 157.7 crore a year earlier, supported by disciplined cost management across materials and inventory.
On the balance sheet, the company’s total assets expanded to Rs 959.1 crore as of March 31, 2026, compared to Rs 931.9 crore a year earlier. Other equity rose to Rs 780.3 crore, reinforcing a stronger financial base.
Cash flow from operations saw a significant uptick, reaching Rs 196.9 crore in FY26, nearly three times the Rs 67.9 crore recorded in FY25, highlighting improved working capital management.
However, the year also saw aggressive capital allocation. The company spent Rs 190.2 crore on share buybacks, contributing to a net cash outflow of Rs 196.5 crore from financing activities. Cash and cash equivalents stood at Rs 6.8 crore at the end of the year, down from Rs 25.6 crore.
Even as investments in subsidiaries and assets continued, the numbers suggest a company balancing growth ambitions with shareholder returns keeping one eye on expansion and the other on efficiency.
With margins improving and revenue steadily climbing, Bajaj Consumer Care appears to be combing through the competition with renewed confidence.
