Cover Story
- Kamarajar Port, for the record, has been increasing revenue by 54 per cent on an average every year for the last three years.
- Despite the capital intensive nature of the business, the company has lowered its debt by almost Rs 100 crore in three years until 2013/14 to Rs 397.54 crore.
- Suven has recorded 50 per cent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) since 2011. Its total income were up from Rs 152.25 crore in 2010/11 to Rs 529.8 crore in 2014/15, which is marginally higher than 2013/14.
- What sets the company apart from competition? "It is our continuous focus and R&D on feed formulation. We are constantly working on improvements," says Alluri Indra Kumar, chairman and managing director of the company.
- In the three years through March 2014, the port behemoth's revenue has grown at a compounded annual rate of 35.65 per cent.
- The IL&FS Transportation Networks doesn't bid for just any project that comes its way but it ensures it bids only for projects that have high margins.
- Godrej Agrovet now has 34 facilities compared with 56 four years ago while its capacity has increased to 1.8 million tonne from one million tonne. Last year itself, the company raised the capacity by 3.5 lakh tonne.
- PVR has continued to expand at a rapid clip over the past few years. Earlier this year, it announced its second acquisition, of DT Cinemas from property developer DLF for about Rs 500 crore.
- As part of our Emerging Companies 2015 special, we profile the company that is a perfect example of a venture that had a slow start but over the years managed to build a base for a strong takeoff.
- Staying close to its farmer-consumer, anticipating demand and taking risks to provide for it, are the hallmarks of G.V. Bhaskar Rao-led company.
- "We have been growing at a scorching pace over the last few years. This is a huge market and if you adhere to some basic principles you can sell whatever you produce", says Chairman and Managing Director Sanjay Dhingra.
- Until 10 years ago - its revenue then was around Rs 65 crore against Rs 634.34 crore in 2014/15 - a sizeable portion of its business came from the telecom sector, both government and private makers of wireless communication equipment.
- Upbeat after bagging the city gas distribution project in Bangalore, GAIL Gas has ambitious plans.
- Eicher Motors owns barely three per cent of India's motorcycles market. But the company almost completely dominates most segments it operates in.
- The third edition of Business Today's Emerging Companies survey has found a dazzling array of companies rocketing up the growth curve, in sectors as diverse as hybrid seeds to feed for shrimps.
- Raj West Power, JSW Energy's subsidiary, is one of the best operating power producers in the country.
- Market leader in castor oil, Ihsedu Agrochem is not resting on its laurels.
- IL&FS Education is thriving, thanks to growing awareness about the need for computer education and skilling.
- Shilpi Cable has grown on the back of players that are scaling up.
- This is Business Today's third edition of India's best emerging companies. The methodology has undergone a transformation this time, keeping in mind the changing dynamics and sentiment around us, which is focused on growth.
Q&A with Mogae Digital's Sandeep Goyal
Former Dentsu India chairman Sandeep Goyal, who now runs mobile ad agency Mogae Digital, tells Business Today his firm not just creates mobile ad campaigns but also develops customer relationship management tools.
Jammu Kashmir PSUs asked to pull their own weight
Jammu and Kashmir's PSUs, having accumulated huge losses, are being encouraged to look for private clients rather than depend solely on other PSUs or government departments for business.
Indian agri policy should think about nutrition than productivity: Prabhu Pingali
Prabhu Pingali, Founding Director of Tata-Cornell Agriculture and Nutrition Initiative says the food security approach is skewed with focus on staples.
Ujaas Energy needs to gear up for bigger competition
Ujaas's business got a big boost when in 2011, then finance minister Pranab Mukherjee withdrew tax benefits from wind-based projects but in 2014/15, revenues of the company slumped due to slower market.
Why Swabhiman Taxi Union is opposing mobile app-based private cab services
KK Tiwari, the Swabhiman Taxi Union President says they are not against competition but 'illegal' taxi aggregators who don't have the relevant permit to operate.How Avekshaa Technologies helps companies improve performance
The Bangalore-based Avekshaa Technologies works in the niche area of technology performance issues detecting software problems to help companies reduce risks as they adopt new technologies and products or do tech upgrades.Conglomerates like UTC, Sony fold back businesses into one entity
Big conglomerates like Sony, PepsiCo and others are integrating all their businesses into one entity to manage growth and minimise their cost through joint advertising, among other things.India set to become a phone manufacturing powerhouse
In the past few months, several phone sellers have announced that they want to make handsets in India instead of sourcing from China.
HR practices are taking a leap on social media
Gurgaon-based ad agency's staffers post selfies on Twitter every morning with the hashtag #PresentSir to mark attendance.
Review: Xolo Chromebook leaves a lot to be desired
Made of black matte plastic with the Xolo and Chrome branding on the top, it reminds of the Windows netbook, which became popular as an affordable alternative to the laptop.
Above-normal rainfall in June aside, IMD forecast a cause of worry
Although rainfall in the first half of June was above normal, the 2015 forecast is sending some distress signals across due to the monsoon's impact on the economy.
Debate: Should Indian advertising agencies go to Cannes?
Naresh Gupta, managing partner at Bang In The Middle, and Sumanto Chattopadhyay, executive creative director at Ogilvy South Asia, debate on whether Indian advertising agencies should go to Cannes or not.
Why should the capital markets regulator intervene in genuine trades
While the powers of Sebi and the actions taken by it in respect of the Surana Solar securities may seem arbitrary, it must be noted that the regulator has taken a proactive approach in the general interest of investors.Vedanta-Cairn India merger plans may run into rough weather
Approval from the government due to court cases and from minority shareholders because of unattractive valuations may prove a hurdle for this merger.Online sale of prescription drugs may have serious implications
Experts say India is not mature enough to allow online sale of drugs. Unless the central government brings in fool-proof processes, there are chances of misuse, which can cause serious social issues.Legal tussle between YES Bank promoters is far from over
The prolonged legal battle between Rana Kapoor and Madhu Kapur over the latter's rights to nominate directors on the board of YES Bank is not going to be over anytime soon even after court verdict.
E-tailers turn to ambush marketing to outsmart rival
E-tailers spent a whopping Rs 1,000 crore on ads last year, but this year it is all about one-upmanship.
These fitness apps will help you get into shape
Forget the gym, here are some apps - free as well as paid - to help you get into shape.
Sebi has made it easier for start-ups to raise capital, but bottlenecks remain
Capital markets regulator Sebi has made it easier for e-commerce companies to get listed in India, but the initiative appears to be half hearted.
Events to watch out in July: PM Modi's Russia visit, Digital India Week and more
PM Narendra Modi's Russia visit, Digital India Week and more.Newsmakers this past fortnight. Featuring: Adani Mining, Taylor Swift and more
Featuring: Adani Mining, Taylor Swift, Tom Holland, Kamil Hamied and Kookaburra.
Business Today readers' feedback on the magazine's coverage
Business Today readers share their feedback on the magazine's coverage.
BT Editor Prosenjit Datta on India's fastest growing emerging companies
Our special issue on the fastest-growing emerging companies in India is an effort to identify the mid-sized companies that were not swimming naked when the economic tide went out. People in news: Stephen Elop, Mike Watts and more
When Microsoft reshuffled its executive ranks recently, the departure of Stephen Elop, who had quit Microsoft to become the CEO of Nokia, did not come as a surprise.
Book review: How Champions Think by Dr Bob Rotella and Bob Cullen
A well-crafted journey into the minds of champions.Book review: Dealing with China by Henry M. Paulson Jr
Deal with China, a country ruled by men not laws, from a position of strength, says the book.
