– 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
Kochi witnessed a glittering celebration on September 23 as the prestigious Manappuram VPN IBE Awards 2025 rolled out the red carpet at the Gokulam Convention Centre. The event recognized pioneers across business, healthcare, cinema, and philanthropy, marking the award’s 10-year journey since its inception in 2015. The award was instituted by Dr. Ajit Ravi in […]Continue Reading
V.P. Nandakumar, MD & CEO of Manappuram Finance Ltd, has been named a recipient of the Hurun India Philanthropy Award 2025, recognising his deep-rooted commitment to social welfare and sustainable community impact. His leadership has steered numerous CSR initiatives that have uplifted lives in areas such as healthcare, education, and rural empowerment. The award, Continue Reading
In a landmark gathering held at Le Meridien Kochi, the Manappuram Unique Times Conclave 2025 took center stage with a powerful focus on the theme, “How to Create Value in Your Business.” The event brought together an elite ensemble of business minds and entrepreneurs to exchange ideas and chart future-ready strategies for business growth. Organized […]Continue Reading
Glamour, grit, and golden crowns lit up Le Meridien Kochi on May 26th, 2025, as Durga Surendran was crowned the winner of the 13th edition of Miss Queen Kerala, presented by Alcazar Watches and DQUE. Ashwaria Ullas and Soumya S Thomas captured the first and second runner-up titles, turning heads with their confidence and style. […]Continue Reading
Sir Sohan Roy SK, Founder Chairman & CEO of Aries Group, was honored with the prestigious 18th Manappuram Multibillionaire Business Achiever (MBA) Award during a grand ceremony held at Le Meridien, Kochi. The award was presented by V.P. Nandakumar, MD & CEO of Manappuram Finance Ltd and the first-ever recipient of the MBA Award. Dr […]Continue Reading
Pegasus Global Private Limited, under the leadership of Dr. Ajit Ravi, is set to host the sixth edition of the Manappuram Unique Times Business Conclave 2025 on May 26 at Le Meridien, Kochi. The theme of this year’s conclave is “How to Create Value in Your Business.” The event aims to shed light on building businesses […]Continue Reading
The inspiring tale of Mrs Bindu A.L. who braved odds to reach the top of the corporate ladder at Manappuram Finance The story of Mrs Bindu A.L., the self-made CFO and President of Manappuram Finance, is awe-inspiring, to put it mildly. Born in Potta near Chalakudy in Kerala’s Thrissur, she was the second of peasant […]Continue Reading
Holding gold in a diversified portfolio can help reduce carbon footprint without sacrificing returns, writes V.P. Nandakumar, MD & CEO of Manappuram Finance Ltd Gold is slowly but steadily assuming a more important role in the myriad world of investment as the recent volatility in the financial markets across the globe has rendered many […]Continue Reading
Pooja Mohan has been crowned as the winner of the Manappuram Finance & Unique Times Mrs India Global 2023, while Avni Awasthee and Merin John were crowned as the first runner-up and second runner-up, respectively at the colourful event held at Le Meridien, Kochi on April 11th. The title winner was crowned by Sajan […]Continue Reading



















