Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL), led by Mukesh Ambani, on Monday reported 1.7% rise (better than estimates) in its second quarter with Profit After Tax (PAT) of Rs 5,972cr. RIL made the profit with the help of strong growth in its US shale business and refining margins. Last year, RIL reported a net profit of Rs 5,490cr in the second quarter.