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Banks Absorb Over ₹22,000 Cr in RBI's VRR Auction at 5.26% Rate Amid Strong Demand The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) conducted its second Two-day Variable Rate Repo (VRR) auction on June 17, 2026. The results indicate a highly successful and competitive market for financial institutions. The action price was set at a 5.26% rate, reflecting the current liquidity dynamics in the interbank market.The VRR auction is a key mechanism through which RBI manages short-term liquidity and monetary policy transmission. This specific auction focused on the two-day tenor instrument, targeting commercial banks and financial institutions actively engaged in managing their short-term assets.Market Bidding Dynamics in RBI's Two-Day Variable Rate Repo...

Fortis Hospitals' Tax Demand Reduced by 47% Following Rectification Application Success Fortis Healthcare Ltd announced a significant reduction in the tax demand faced by its wholly owned subsidiary, Fortis Hospitals Limited. The company confirmed that the Income Tax Authority successfully processed a rectification application concerning the tax demand for Assessment Year (AY) 2024-25.The outcome of the processing reduced the original tax demand from INR 117.04 Crores to INR 61.48 Crores. This development was confirmed on June 16, 2026.Details regarding this litigation and its financial implications are as follows:Financial MetricOriginal DemandReduced DemandTax Demand (AY 2024-25)INR 117.04 CroresINR 61.48 CroresThe...

Rajputana Investment and Finance Ltd Announces AGM Date and Book Closure Details for Equity Shares Rajputana Investment and Finance Ltd has finalized key operational dates related to its upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM). The company’s board of directors, during a meeting held on May 27, 2026, approved the details surrounding the AGM and set the timeline for the closure of its Register of Members and Transfer Book.The AGM is scheduled to take place on July 15, 2026, conducted in virtual mode at 4:00 P.M.For stakeholders and investors, the company provided specific dates concerning the book closure required for the ensuing General Meeting. The details regarding the equity shares are as follows:Type of SecurityBook Closure...

Telecanor Global Ltd Outlines Phased Roadmap for Transformation into Licensed Payment Aggregator via TAPP Hyderabad: Telecanor Global Limited has detailed its multi-phase engineering timeline signaling a major structural shift from operating as a pure Technical Payment Gateway (PG) to becoming a fully integrated, licensed Payment Aggregator (PA). This evolution is centered around the imminent commercial rollout of the Telecanor Agentic Payment Protocol (TAPP) on July 15, 2026.The TAPP launch marks a significant pivot in operational architecture, designed to provide downstream aggregators with advanced escrow account mechanics. By utilizing the National Payments Corporation of India's (NPCI) Single Block Multiple Debit (SBMD) and...

Bharat Wire Ropes Ltd Announces Investor Meeting on Industry and Company Details Bharat Wire Ropes Ltd has scheduled an investor and analyst meeting to discuss and clarify information available in the public domain concerning the company and its industry.The management of the company will conduct a virtual meeting with investors and analysts on Monday, June 22, 2026. The session is scheduled for 4:00 PM (IST).The interaction will be held virtually from Mumbai, providing an opportunity for participants to gain insight into the current status of Bharat Wire Ropes Ltd and the broader industry landscape.No unpublished price sensitive information is intended to be discussed during this planned interaction, which aims solely to provide...

Amagi Media Labs to Hold Non-Deal Roadshow Meetings in Chennai on June 25, 2026 Amagi Media Labs Ltd has scheduled meetings for analysts and institutional investors as part of a Non-Deal Roadshow (NDR). The company officials are set to meet with investors in Chennai.The investor meeting is organized by Anand Rathi Share &Stock Brokers Limited and is slated to take place on June 25, 2026. The interactions will be held in Chennai and include both group and one-on-one sessions.A schedule of the upcoming meetings is detailed below:Date and TimeOrganized ByNature of MeetingPlaceJune 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM onwardsAnand Rathi Share &Stock Brokers Limited1x1 / Group MeetingChennaiThe company stated that discussions during the...

GOI Closes Application for IFGL Refractories' Green Field Project in Gujarat; Company to Explore Alternative Locations IFGL Refractories Limited has announced an update regarding its planned green field manufacturing project set up through a joint venture with Marvels Group, revealing that the Government of India (GOI) has closed the application pertaining to the initial site location.The company had initiated proceedings for the project in Bhachau, Gujarat. On June 5, 2026, the appropriate Authority of GOI communicated to IFGL Refractories Limited that its application for the project’s location has been closed. The company has been advised that it may submit a fresh application with an alternative location when ready for...

Desh Rakshak Aushdhalaya Ltd Changes Registrar and Share Transfer Agent Connectivity Desh Rakshak Aushdhalaya Limited, a manufacturer of Ayurvedic and Herbal Products, has announced a change in its electronic connectivity for the Registrar and Share Transfer Agent (RTA). The modification involves switching from M/s. MAS Services Limited to M/s. Nivis Corpserve LLP, effective June 17, 2026.The transition was confirmed through correspondence received from National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) dated June 16, 2026. This change affects the electronic connectivity of the company's RTA services.MAS Services Limited will cease its function as the RTA for electronic connectivity starting from the Board meeting scheduled for June 17...

Ceigall India Sells 100% Stake in Highways Subsidiary to Neo Infra Income Opportunities Fund Ceigall India Limited has completed the sale of its entire stake in Ceigall Malout Abohar Sadhuwali Highways Private Limited (CMASH) to Neo Infra Income Opportunities Fund. The transaction, finalized on June 16, 2026, saw Ceigall India and its subsidiary, Ceigall Infra Projects Private Limited, transfer the 100% equity shares of CMASH to the Purchaser.Following the successful disposal, Ceigall Malout Abohar Sadhuwali Highways Private Limited ceases to be the StepDown Subsidiary of Ceigall India Limited as of June 16, 2026.The buyer in this transaction is Neo Infra Income Opportunities Fund, which operates under Neo Alternative Asset Managers...

Key Managerial Change: RDB Real Estate Constructions Ltd Registers Resignation of Secretary and Compliance Officer RDB Real Estate Constructions Ltd has announced a key managerial change with the resignation of Ms. Madhu Gupta from her roles within the company, effective June 16, 2026.Ms. Madhu Gupta, who held the positions of Company Secretary and Compliance Officer at RDB Real Estate Constructions Ltd, tendered her resignation due to personal reasons. She was also designated as the Nodal Officer of the company.The company confirmed that Ms. Gupta will cease to be a Key Managerial Personnel effective from the close of business hours on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.Management at RDB Real Estate Constructions Ltd is currently focused on...

Rajputana Investment and Finance Ltd Board Approves Key Appointments and Renewal of Lease Agreement Rajputana Investment and Finance Ltd held a board meeting on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, during which the directors took note and approved several significant business matters pertaining to company governance and operations.Among the key decisions made at the meeting was the appointment of Ms. Liya Antony (Membership No: 39611) from Liya & Associates. She has been appointed as the scrutinizer for the e-voting process scheduled for the 84th Annual General Meeting (AGM), which is slated to be held on July 15, 2026, at the company's registered office.The board meeting also addressed critical operational matters and statutory requirements...

Acquirers Announce Open Offer for Fabino Enterprises Ltd Shares, Targeting 26% Equity A consortium of acquirers, including R G Family Trust, Sameer Gupta, and Sundeep Gupta, has launched an Open Offer for the acquisition of equity shares in Fabino Enterprises Limited. The offer aims to acquire up to 5,46,000 equity shares, representing 26.00% of the company’s total equity share capital at a fixed price of ₹ 20/- per fully paid-up Equity Share, payable in cash.The Open Offer targets existing shareholders, excluding the parties involved in the underlying Share Purchase Agreement (SPA). The bidding period is scheduled to run from June 29, 2026, to July 10, 2026.Details of the Acquisition and Valuation The acquisition initiative follows...

Crude Plunges Below $80; Tyre Makers Surge as US-Iran Peace Talks Ignite Rally in Oil-Sensitive Stocks Oil marketing companies (OMCs), tyre makers, and aviation majors saw strong gains on Wednesday after crude oil prices fell significantly below $80 per barrel. This positive move was fueled by growing market optimism surrounding a potential peace agreement between the United States and Iran. The possibility of this pact clearing the way for increased oil supplies and the reopening of the vital Strait of Hormuz has buoyed sentiment across related sectors.Crude Price Slide Triggers Stock Rally in Energy and Auto Sectors The decline in global crude prices provided a major catalyst for stocks sensitive to energy movements. Brent crude...

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Cooling Demand Surge: AC Stocks Rally Up As Monsoon Slowdown Fears Take Hold Shares of air-conditioner manufacturers and related component suppliers saw a significant rally on Wednesday. The segment rallied as concerns mounted over a potential delay in the advance of the southwest monsoon, fueling expectations of sustained high demand for cooling appliances across the country.The buying interest swept through the sector, driving several stocks up by up to 5 percent. Companies specializing in refrigeration and air conditioning found strong support from investors amidst climatic uncertainties.Blue Star Leads Rally Amid Monsoon Uncertainty Blue Star Industries surged as much as 5 percent on the NSE, trading at Rs 1,701.60 per share. As...

Pine Labs Stock Surges as Global Brokersions Bullish on Fintech Growth; UBS, Citi Set High Price Targets Shares of Pine Labs Ltd experienced a significant rally on Wednesday, surging over 4 percent following positive reassessments from major brokerage houses. Analysts cited strong growth prospects across payments processing, merchant solutions, and affordability products, driving the stock higher in trading.Brokerage Reiterates Bullish Callbacks on Fintech GrowthPine Labs rose 4.3 percent during the session to Rs 156.6 after initial gains were trimmed. The momentum comes as UBS and Citi reaffirmed their "buy" ratings, signaling confidence in the company's expansive growth trajectory.UBS maintained its "buy" rating with a target...

Knowledge Realty Trust’s Borrowing Committee Approves Issuance of Debentures and Commercial Papers Up To INR 100 Crores Knowledge Realty Trust has authorized a significant debt-raising initiative following the meeting of its Borrowing Committee. The Committee approved strategies for raising capital through both non-convertible debentures and commercial papers, with an aggregate principal amount targeted up to INR 1000,000,000/- (One Thousand Crores only).The approval covers two main avenues for funding: the fresh issuance of listed, rated, secured, redeemable, non-convertible debentures by the Trust. The face value of these debentures is set at INR 1,00,000/- each, and the total principal amount that can be raised through this...

Samvardhana Motherson International Acquires Stake in Chinese Auto Tech Firm for Portfolio Expansion Samvardhana Motherson International Limited has moved into the advanced automotive vision technology space, having approved the acquisition of a controlling stake in Shenzhen Autocruis Technology Co., Ltd. through its subsidiary, SMR Automotive (Langfang) Co., Ltd.The investment targets expanding SAMIL’s product portfolio and strengthening its internal capabilities regarding image quality, algorithms, and video processing. The company acquired the equity stake via a primary capital increase involving the subscription of fresh equity in Shenzhen Autocruis Technology Co., Ltd.SMR Langfang is investing CNY 153.3 million (approximately...

Avio Smart Market Stack Appoints Sandeep Pandya as Head International Sales to Drive Global Diagnostics Expansion National, June 17, 2026: Avio Smart Market Stack Limited (formerly Bartronics India Limited) has announced the appointment of industry veteran Sandeep Pandya as the Head International Sales for its Diagnostics and Healthcare Division. This move is designed to accelerate the company's global expansion strategy in diagnostics and healthcare technologies.Sandeep Pandya, who brings over two decades of experience across diagnostics, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare technologies, will spearhead Avio Stack's international business development efforts. His prior leadership roles include positions at Meril Life...

Consecutive Commodities Ltd updates official domain name to reflect operational status Consecutive Commodities Limited, formerly known as Consecutive Investments & Trading Company Limited, has officially updated its company website domain. The transition is effective immediately, with the new address set as www.consecutivecommodities.com.The previous website domain utilized by the company was www.consecutiveinvestment.com. This change ensures that all future correspondence and reference materials accurately reflect the current business identity of Consecutive Commodities Limited.Stock Price Movement As of 11:31, Consecutive Commodities Ltd's shares are dipping to ₹1.00, registering a 0.99% decline. The stock traded within an...