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Vadilal Dairy churns out sweet profit in Q1 as sales stay creamy
MUMBAI: Vadilal Dairy International is scooping up profits again and this time, the flavour is decidedly sweet. The ice cream and dairy products maker posted a net profit of Rs 29.91 lakh for the quarter ended 30 June 2025, a sharp drop from Rs 119.08 lakh in the previous quarter but a turnaround from the Rs 88.87 lakh loss in the same period last year.
Revenue from operations came in at Rs 1,139.47 lakh, up from Rs 1,088.07 lakh a year ago, with total income at Rs 1,139.48 lakh. Costs, however, took a generous bite out of margins total expenses rose to Rs 1,112.08 lakh, led by Rs 563.31 lakh in raw material costs, Rs 87.55 lakh in employee benefits, Rs 69.99 lakh in finance costs, and Rs 41.19 lakh in depreciation. Other expenses, including marketing and distribution, stood at Rs 371.11 lakh.
Profit before tax for the quarter stood at Rs 27.40 lakh, compared with Rs 63.66 lakh in Q1 FY25 and Rs 148.37 lakh in Q4 FY25. Deferred tax expense for the quarter was Rs 2.51 lakh. Earnings per share came in at Rs 0.92 basic (Rs 0.94 diluted), versus Rs 1.50 in the same quarter last year.
The company also reported a total comprehensive income of Rs 30.23 lakh for the quarter, underscoring a steady if modest performance amid rising input costs and competitive pressures in the FMCG sector.
For shareholders, it may not be a record-breaking summer, but Vadilal’s Q1 still managed to keep the books in the black proof that even in a crowded market, a well-served scoop can still sweeten the bottom line.
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Sensodyne launches Know Your Dental Age campaign to boost oral health awareness
Nationwide push blends tech, trains and experts to spark early care habits
NEW DELHI: Sensodyne has rolled out its ‘Know Your Dental Age’ campaign across India, aiming to bring oral health out of the shadows and into everyday wellness conversations.
Backed by Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and the Indian Dental Association, the initiative introduces a quick, QR-based Dental Age Test designed to help people understand whether their teeth are ageing faster than expected and what they can do about it.
The move comes as India faces a stark oral health gap, with a large majority experiencing dental issues but often delaying treatment until problems escalate. By nudging people towards early action, the campaign hopes to shift behaviour from reactive fixes to preventive care.
The initiative was launched in Delhi by Anupriya Patel, alongside Ashok Dhoble and Kedar Lele, highlighting a growing push for public and private sectors to work hand in hand on healthcare awareness.
“Oral health is fundamental to overall well being, yet awareness and timely action remain limited,” said Ministry of Health & Family Welfare minister of state for health & family welfare and chemicals & fertilisers Anupriya Patel. “Initiatives like this bring preventive care closer to people and encourage early intervention, which is key to building a healthier India.”
To take the message beyond clinics and into daily life, the campaign is also travelling on select Vande Bharat Express routes, offering screenings and information to an estimated 10 lakh passengers.
Haleon chief executive officer india and president india subcontinent Kedar Lele said the effort builds on years of work to make oral care more accessible and actionable. “When people have the right information at the right time, they are far more likely to act. That is where meaningful change begins,” he noted.
The campaign is being amplified through a 360-degree outreach spanning digital, print, influencers and on-ground activations, with support from dental experts and consumer platforms to widen its reach.
With a mix of technology, mobility and collaboration, Sensodyne’s latest push makes a simple point clear: knowing your dental age today could help you smile better tomorrow.
