Thomas Cook (India) Limited (NSE: THOMASCOOK) has announced the expansion of its wildlife portfolio with the opening of Vanyatara Tadoba by Sterling. This new wilderness retreat adds Tadoba to SHRL’s growing presence across India’s leading wildlife destinations.

Strategic Expansion

With a presence across many of India’s leading wildlife destinations, Sterling is building wilderness travel as a distinct leisure category. Vanyatara brings Tadoba into this strategy while strengthening the company’s presence in Maharashtra.

Unique Wilderness Retreat

Located with access to five safari gates of the Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve, Sterling Vanyatara Tadoba has been purposely designed as an intimate 18-key wilderness retreat. Indulge Rooms with Sit-out offer elegant furnishing with seamless connection to the outdoors, Forest Villas open to private lawns and greater seclusion, and the Two-Bedroom Villas provide generous shared and private spaces with a private lawn.

Immersive Experiences

As part of the weekly evening rituals, visual storytelling sessions with Naturalists, cultural performances by the Gond tribe artists, and Saoji cuisine showcase by the rural folks are designed to offer immersive experiences beyond the safari. The dining experience extends beyond the restaurant with leisurely post-safari high teas and intimate private dinners beneath the stars, bringing a touch of indulgence to the wilderness.

For SHRL, this is where scale begins to compound in value. Each new resort broadens traveller choice, enables new circuits and gives families more reasons to keep discovering India’s forests with Sterling.

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Thomas Cook (India) Limited

Thomas Cook (India) Limited belongs to the Consumer Cyclical › Travel Services sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

Thomas trades in the lower quarter of its 52-week range. The PEG of 0.10 is extremely low. Either the market misses the growth story, or there is a catch worth investigating. Razor-thin margins below 5% make profitability extremely vulnerable — this business needs scale or pricing power urgently. The stock sits at 17% of its 52-week range, close to annual lows. Historically, value investors build positions at these levels — though cheap stocks can stay cheap. Revenue grows at 18.5% and profits at 223.6%. The business is in good shape. Moreover, a stock that does not move despite strong fundamentals often offers better value than one already priced for perfection. Check Fundamentals of Thomas Cook (India) Limited.

Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Quality Council of India (QCI) to ensure the highest standards of food safety and hygiene across all IRCTC-managed catering units. This partnership will deploy certified professionals to conduct unannounced quarterly and half-yearly inspections, enforcing compliance with FSSAI regulations and international culinary standards.

Digital Infrastructure for Transparency

To eliminate data tampering and ensure absolute transparency, the audit process will leverage QCI’s digital infrastructure. Inspectors will use a proprietary mobile application featuring mandatory geo-tagging, time-stamping, and photographic evidence. Audit reports will be submitted within a strict 24-hour turnaround window, enabling real-time detection of operational gaps.

Public Benefits and Impact Areas

This partnership aims to provide zero-compromise onboard dining, consistent quality at stations, strict vendor accountability, visible hygiene and grooming protocols, sanitary storage compliance, and future-proof upgrades. QCI’s unmatched credentials in executing complex public monitoring projects make them the ideal choice to spearhead this nationwide railway hospitality upgrade.

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Limited

Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Limited belongs to the Consumer Cyclical › Travel Services sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

Indian trades in the lower quarter of its 52-week range. Industry-leading margins of 25.7% reflect exceptional pricing power and operational efficiency. The PEG of 2.34 is on the high side. However, it is acceptable for a quality compounder with a strong moat. The stock gains 2.4% in the last month, recovering from the three-month slide. However, it is too early to call this a confirmed reversal. Revenue grows at 13.8% and profits at 11.5% CAGR, with D/E of 0.00. Meanwhile, the stock dips 7.4% in three months without any fundamental deterioration. Consequently, the stock quietly becomes cheaper relative to earnings power. For long-term investors, that is a feature. Check Fundamentals of Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation Limited.

Metro Brands Limited (METROBRAND) announced its Standalone and Consolidated Financial Results for the quarter and half year ended 30th September 2026. The company reported consolidated revenue from operations of ₹730 crore, registering a 12.2% year-on-year growth. The EBITDA for the quarter stood at ₹198 crore, with a 15.8% year-on-year growth. This growth is attributed to the company’s operational execution and margin management.

Revenue and Profitability

The consolidated revenue for the quarter grew by 12.2% year-on-year to ₹730 crores. The PAT stood at ₹77 crore, registering a 12% year-on-year growth. The EBITDA margin was 27.1%, reflecting a 15.8% year-on-year growth in EBITDA.

E-commerce and Store Expansion

E-commerce sales grew 12% year-on-year and contributed 14.2% of revenue. The company opened 21 new stores, offset by nine store closures. Despite festive-season sales shifting into the following quarter, the company maintained its focus on strengthening its brand portfolio and expanding its retail presence.

Future Outlook

Nissan Joseph, CEO, Metro Brands Limited, stated, “Despite festive-season sales shifting into the following quarter, we delivered another quarter of double-digit growth, with EBITDA growing ahead of revenue, reflecting our continued focus on operational execution and margin management. We remain focused on strengthening our brand portfolio, expanding our retail presence, and investing in capabilities that will support sustainable long-term growth.”

Source: NSE Corporate Announcement

Fundamental & Technical Analysis of Metro Brands Limited

Metro Brands Limited belongs to the Consumer Cyclical › Apparel Retail sector. Here’s a quick read on where the business and the stock stand today.

Metro falls 16.1% over three months and has not found a floor yet. The PEG stands at 13.73 — severely stretched. Any earnings miss could trigger a sharp de-rating. Revenue consistency is the one bright spot — zero dips in five years shows operational resilience. Sellers drive 4.0x the volume of buyers. Furthermore, they controlled 16 of recent sessions versus 14 for buyers — a clear distribution signal. Revenue grows at 10.4% CAGR — a respectable pace. However, the stock drops 16.1% in three months without an obvious fundamental trigger. Sector-wide pressure or a valuation re-rating can persist for longer than expected. Therefore, there is no rush to step in. Check Fundamentals of Metro Brands Limited.