Sales figures also impressed, hitting 39.73 MT – up 9.7% from last year. The month of January set new benchmarks, with output at 5.56 MT (9% YoY growth) and sales at 4.79 MT (7% YoY increase), reinforcing NMDC’s operational prowess.

On the fiscal front, the company achieved record highs since its founding. Revenue soared 22% to ₹20,381 crore, while PBT, PAT, and EBITDA each advanced by 5% and 4% respectively, landing at ₹7,280 crore, ₹5,401 crore, and ₹7,666 crore.

Adding to the triumphs, NMDC launched its inaugural coal block, Tokisud North in Jharkhand, marking a strategic expansion. These achievements highlight NMDC’s trajectory towards meeting yearly goals with unwavering determination.

Ministry officials emphasized the company’s blend of innovation, efficiency, and sustainability. By diversifying its portfolio and upholding ethical mining standards, NMDC solidifies its dominant role in India’s resource landscape.

Throughout most of 2025, Toyota demonstrated strong growth. The company consistently reported robust sales and production figures. However, this momentum slowed in August. The world’s leading car manufacturer, typically resilient even amidst challenging conditions, faced setbacks in its home market.

Production figures mirrored the trend. August’s production increased by nearly 4% to 837,869 units. However, the weakness in the domestic market raises questions about whether Japan, traditionally a reliable market for Toyota, is grappling with shifting consumer preferences and a sluggish economy.

Conversely, Toyota showed strength in the United States. Sales of Toyota and Lexus models in the US increased by approximately 14% in August, significantly supported by the continuous demand for hybrid cars. Sales of Battery Electric Vehicles (EVs) also grew by 35%, exceeding 17,000 units globally, but Japan presented a different picture. Only 18 fully electric Toyotas were sold in August, indicating the domestic EV market’s slow progress. China, another major market for Toyota, remained relatively stable. While growth has become challenging for most foreign brands there, Toyota’s extensive range of hybrid cars provides it with a competitive edge.

The imposition of a 15% tariff by the United States on imported cars and parts has prompted Toyota to lower its profit forecast for the current year. The company now projects an operating income of 3.2 trillion yen for the fiscal year ending March 2026, down from the previous estimate of 3.8 trillion yen. This translates to a potential loss of around 1.4 trillion yen (US$9.5 billion). Toyota’s recent report points towards a delicate phase. While robust international demand continues to sustain the company, the decline in Japan highlights significant changes in consumer preferences and purchasing behavior.

Reports indicate Baaghi 4 collected ₹12 crore on its opening day. The second-day earnings were ₹9.25 crore, followed by ₹10 crore on the third day. Thus, the film, made with a budget of ₹120 crore, managed to collect ₹31.25 crore in its opening weekend. The gross collection in India amounts to ₹25.25 crore. Overseas, the film has not fared well, with an overseas collection of only ₹3.25 crore. The worldwide collection currently stands at ₹38.50 crore. The film has not even recovered one-third of its budget in its opening weekend, signaling potential trouble.

Despite the overall sales growth, the company faced a downturn in the domestic market. Bajaj’s domestic sales in August 2025 decreased by 8% to 2,32,398 units, whereas the figure was 2,53,827 units in August 2024. This decline was particularly evident in the two-wheeler segment, where domestic sales fell by 12% to 1,84,109 units.

Exports significantly bolstered the company’s sales. In August 2025, Bajaj Auto sold a total of 1,85,218 units through exports, a 29% increase compared to the 1,43,977 units sold the previous year. Two-wheeler exports, in particular, performed exceptionally well, reaching 1,57,778 units, a 25% increase.

The commercial vehicle segment proved to be a major support for the company in August 2025. Domestic sales in this segment increased by 7%, reaching 48,289 units. Exports performed even better, with a 58% increase, recording 27,440 units.

Overall, the CV segment’s sales rose by 21% to 75,729 units. August 2025 presented a mixed picture for Bajaj Auto, showing that while the domestic market is under pressure, the demand from global markets is becoming a new source of strength for the company’s growth.

In the first five months of fiscal year 2025 (April-August), Bajaj Auto sold a total of 18,94,853 units, which is more than a 2% increase compared to the 18,54,029 units sold in the same period last year. Although domestic sales decreased by 9% to 10,50,349 units, a 21% increase in exports balanced out this decline.