A new initiative seeking to connect leadership with philanthropy and social responsibility is being introduced through the Unique Business Club (UBC), an initiative of the Federal International Chamber Forum (FICF). Envisioned by Dr. Ajit Ravi, under the guidance of FICF Chairman Shri Gokulam Gopalan and Patron Shri V. P. Nandakumar, the Unique Business Club aims […]
A village-born financier, a global Lions gift and the long argument that prosperity must enrich the soil beneath it. Valapad, Thrissur — In July 2026, Lion V. P. Nandakumar, Chairman and Managing Director of Manappuram Finance Ltd, was recognised on a global stage for a contribution of US$1.5 million to the Lions Clubs International Foundation […]
Mr. V. P. Nandakumar, Chairman and Managing Director of Manappuram Finance Ltd., has contributed US$1.5 million to Lions Clubs International Foundation (LCIF), the charitable arm of Lions International. The contribution will support the foundation’s humanitarian programmes across the world, including initiatives in education, healthcare, disaster relief, youth empowerment,


