– By Shri V P Nandakumar (Chairman and Managing Director, Manappuram Finance Ltd) Gold had a blockbuster year in 2025, delivering returns in the range of 70–75% in rupee terms and setting multiple all‑time highs in both international and domestic markets. The rise in price far outpaced Continue Reading
Sometimes, the biggest ideas are born in the darkest moments. A decade ago, when his real estate business was crumbling under the weight of recession, Rajeev Kumar Cheruvara could have walked away quietly. Instead, he found himself on an entirely new playing field—one that would redefine his life and potentially reshape the future of sports […]Continue Reading
When it comes to skincare, it’s easy to get lost in the sea of serums, creams, and complicated ingredient lists. But if there’s one word you’ll want to remember, it’s peptides. These little skin-loving molecules are creating big waves in the beauty world, and for good reason! What Are Peptides? Think of peptides as tiny […]Continue Reading
From doctor to beauty queen — two vastly different worlds. What moment made you believe you could conquer both? For me, both a doctor’s coat and a crown are symbols of pride and purpose. While I’ve always admired beauty queens since childhood, I never imagined myself on that path. One day, a patient of mine, […]Continue Reading
From the quiet lanes of Thrissur to the corridors of global recognition, K. Paul Thomas has walked a path few dare to tread—blending finance with faith, business with benevolence, and vision with values. This is the inspiring story of the man behind ESAF, who ignited India’s banking revolution rooted in compassion. Lighting the Flame of […]Continue Reading
BY NITIN MISTRY I can’t wait for the future to unfold As it will be a great sight to behold The future will be in our hands and with it we can soar With endless opportunities and success galore We can reach for the stars and see what’s in store Open the doors of opportunity […]Continue Reading
Are you one of those fitness enthusiasts who have experienced shivers or a tingling sensation in your biceps during an intense workout? If yes, then you are not alone. According to experts, the shivering or trembling sensation in your biceps is caused by muscle fatigue. When you lift weights or perform any strenuous exercise, your […]Continue Reading
Potatoes are a multipurpose vegetable that are frequently used in cooking and other home tasks. But, due to their numerous uses, potatoes are also the best companions of auto enthusiasts. Let’s examine how. Potatoes and Rearview Mirror During rainy days water accumulates on the rearview mirror. So to get rid of it split a potato […]Continue Reading
V P Nandakumar, MD & CEO, Manappuram Finance Ltd The recently released Financial Stability Report (FSR) of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) shows the resilience of the banking sector in general and NBFCs in particular India’s financial sector comprising of both Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) and Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) have shown remarkable resilience Continue Reading
There are countless benefits of carrots for the skin because these dark orange veggies are packed with vitamins and enzymes that are great for our bodies and can also help our skin and hair look better. This vegetable with an orange colour provides numerous advantages for your skin, hair, and general wellness. Carrots are a […]Continue Reading



















