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Indian Toners & Developers Ltd Announces Share Sub-division: Equity Shares Split from Rs 10 to Rs 2 Indian Toners & Developers Ltd has completed the sub-division of its equity shares, aiming to enhance liquidity and encourage wider participation among small investors. The company's Board approved the action following a meeting held on June 13, 2026. This move involves splitting one Equity Share with a face value of Rs 10/- into five Equity Shares each, each having a face value of Rs 2/-.The sub-division required consequential amendments to the Memorandum of Association (MOA). The action was recommended by the Board of Directors in their meeting on May 11, 2026.Share Capital Restructure Details The changes impact both the authorized...

State Securities Auctions See Strong Demand Surge: SBI successfully Raises ₹17,900 Cr Across Various Maturities Overall Market Performance and Investor Appetite The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) concluded the Yield/Price Based Auction of State Government Securities on June 23, 2026. The auction demonstrated robust investor demand across various maturities and state issuers. A total of ₹16,900 crore was initially sought from investors for these securities.Remarkably, the accepted amount reached ₹17,900 crore, indicating a surplus in demand over the planned issuance targets. This positive outcome reflects strong market confidence in the creditworthiness and stability of the state governments involved.Key Highlights Across State...

Embassy Office Parks REIT Approves Issuance of ₹700 Crore Non-Convertible Debentures Embassy Office Parks REIT has approved the allotment of 70,000 non-convertible debentures (NCDs) valued at a principal amount of ₹700 Crores. The resolution for this issuance was passed by circulation by the Borrowings Committee of the Board of Directors and is set to be executed on June 23, 2026.The REIT's debt offering relates to Series XVII Debentures. These debentures are listed, rated, secured, redeemable, transferable, rupee denominated, and non-convertible. Each debenture has a face value of ₹1,00,000 (Indian Rupees One Lakh only). The issuance was carried out on a private placement basis as per the terms laid out in the Key Information...

Pharma Exports Constrained by Regulatory Hurdles: NITI Aayog Urges Dedicated Chapter in Future FTAs The global pharmaceutical market is a massive opportunity, valued at approximately $1.3 trillion in 2025. However, regulatory barriers are acting as a significant constraint on India's pharma exports, despite the country's status as a leading supplier of generic medicines and essential therapeutics.NITI Aayog’s latest Trade Watch Quarterly report highlights that market access challenges in developed economies are increasingly driven by non-tariff measures rather than tariffs. The report identifies issues like lengthy product registration processes, duplicative inspections, stringent documentation requirements, and limited recognition of...

HCLTech Recognized as Leader in Four Quadrants of ISG Provider Lens® SAP Ecosystem 2026 NEW YORK and NOIDA, India, June 23, 2026 - HCLTech, a leading global technology company, has been recognized as a Leader in four quadrants of the ISG Provider Lens® SAP Ecosystem 2026 assessment for the U.S. region.The recognition underscores HCLTech's comprehensive service portfolio and strong competitive position across several key areas within the SAP ecosystem. These specialized areas include SAP S/4HANA system transformation (large accounts), SAP application managed services (AMS), SAP Business AI and Business Technology Platform (BTP) services, and managed cloud services for SAP ERP.This accomplishment reflects HCLTech’s ability to support...

Non-Executive Director Resigns from CHD Chemicals Ltd CHD Chemicals Ltd has confirmed the resignation of Mrs. Santosh Rani from its Board of Directors. The company announced that Mrs. Rani tendered her resignation on June 22, 2026, citing personal reasons and other commitments.The company's Board of Directors accepted the resignation, confirming that it is effective as of June 22, 2026. CHD Chemicals Ltd stated that there are no material reasons for the resignation beyond those mentioned in the resignation letter.Mrs. Santosh Rani, identified by DIN 09155303, held the position of a Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director at the company. She was associated with several key committees within CHD Chemicals Ltd during her tenure...

Mastek Ltd Schedules Analyst and Institutional Investor Meet with Dolat Capital Mastek Ltd has announced an Analyst/Institutional Investor Meet, providing stakeholders an opportunity to engage in a one-to-one investor interaction. The meeting has been scheduled with Dolat Capital to discuss company and industry developments.The event is set for June 25, 2026, and will be conducted virtually at 4:00 PM.Details of the upcoming Investor Meet are as follows:DateInteraction WithNature of MeetingMode/VenueTimingJune 25, 2026Dolat CapitalSingle Investor MeetVirtual4:00 PMThe meeting is designed as a one-to-one investor interaction. The discussions will be based on publicly available information and are intended to cover industry...

Gayatri Highways Limited updates acquisition timeline for stake in HKR Roadways Limited Gayatri Highways Limited has provided an update regarding the acquisition of a 23 percent stake in HKR Roadways Limited from Kotak Special Situations Fund. The company announced that the completion of the acquisition, which was previously expected by June 30, 2026, is now projected to be completed on or before September 30, 2026.The acquisition involves Gayatri Highways Limited proposing to acquire around 1,067,729 fully paid up equity shares of face value INR 10 each, representing 23 percent of the Equity Share Capital in HKR Roadways Limited (the "Target Company"). This transaction is taking place with Kotak Special Situations Fund, an existing...

Rudra Gas Enterprise Ltd incorporates Subsidiary to Drive Business Expansion Rudra Gas Enterprise Limited has expanded its corporate infrastructure by incorporating a new entity, Rudra Bio Energy Private Limited. The incorporation was successfully completed on June 20, 2026, with the Certificate of Incorporation received on June 23, 2026.The creation of this subsidiary is set to strategically advance the parent company's growth objectives. According to details provided by Rudra Gas Enterprise Ltd., the incorporation will enable the Company to expand its business horizon and achieve a common goal by sharing resources and expertise to improve overall performance.Rudra Bio Energy Private Limited was established to operate in the sector...

Trade Wars on Hold? India-US Talks Face Critical Test as Section 301 Review Looms Over BTA The negotiation process for the first tranche of the proposed Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) between India and the United States has reached a crucial phase. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is scheduled to meet US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer in New Delhi on June 23-24, amidst ongoing talks that seek finalization.While both sides suggest the BTA’s initial installment is near completion, the eventual tariff structure remains heavily dependent on the outcome of the contentious Section 301 tariff review. This probe, focused on forced labour and excess industrial capacity, is set to define reciprocal market access commitments...

NLC India and IOCL Join Forces to Develop Large Scale Renewable Energy Projects in Tamil Nadu NLC India Limited (NLCIL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) to establish a Joint Venture (JV) focused on developing large scale Renewable Energy (RE) projects across the state of Tamil Nadu. This partnership aims to strengthen India's clean energy transition and support sustainable development through green power generation.The MoU was finalized on June 20, 2026, in New Delhi. The agreement involves both companies in developing RE projects that incorporate solar, wind, and hybrid power solutions, including or without various forms of energy storage. These projects will cater to diverse...

SpaceX Plunges Over $400 Billion as Tech Selloff Rattles Pre-Market Trading SpaceX shares continued their steep decline in pre-market trading on June 23, shedding significant value after already recording the second largest single-session drop in market worth to trade below its listing price. The Elon Musk led rocket and AI company saw its stock fall by as much as 5% to approximately $147, positioning it close to slipping beneath a $2 trillion market capitalization.Steep Decline Signals Broader Tech Concerns The downturn was driven by a general selloff across technology stocks. Nasdaq 100 futures were dragged lower, mirroring broader concerns about the sustainability of the ongoing artificial intelligence rally. SpaceX has now shed...

Pre-Market Panic: SpaceX Shares Plunge 16% as Tech Selloff Signals AI Rally Sustainability Fears SpaceX shares saw extended declines in pre-market trading on June 23, continuing a sharp downward trend that has put the Elon Musk-led company under extreme pressure. The stock fell as much as 5%, reaching approximately $147. This significant drop places the rocket and artificial intelligence firm on track to fall below a $2 trillion market capitalization.SpaceX Hits Record Low After Massive Value Erasing Day The decline follows a day where Monday's trading alone erased around $400 billion from the company's valuation. This marked the second-largest single-day loss on record, trailing Nvidia Corp.'s roughly $590 billion plunge last year...

Bharti Airtel Surges Stake in Africa, Acquires 16% Block to Cement Control of High-Growth Market Bharti Airtel has made a significant strategic move by raising its stake in Airtel Africa. Through a cashless share-swap agreement, the Indian telecommunications giant has increased its holding from 62.73 per cent to approximately 79 per cent. The transaction is valued at an estimated Rs 28,200 crore, according to company filings made on Tuesday.The acquisition involved Bharti Airtel purchasing 595,204,251 shares (representing roughly a 16.3 per cent stake) of Airtel Africa from Indian Continent Investment Limited (ICIL). This transaction solidifies Bharti Airtel's commanding economic interest in its African operations.Strategic...

Bank Holiday Alert: Muharram Closure Impacts Many Cities; Know Which Branches are Closed on June 26 Banks across various states and union territories will remain closed on Friday, June 26, due to the observance of Muharram, as per the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)'s official holiday calendar. This mandated closure requires customers needing branch-based services to plan their transactions in advance.States Observing Bank Holidays on June 26 The RBI's city-wise schedule indicates that bank branches will be closed on June 26 across several states and union territories due to Muharram. These regions include Maharashtra, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Jammu and Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Bihar, Chhattisgarh...

ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Allots 67,604 Equity Shares Under Employee Schemes ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Ltd has completed the allotment of equity shares totaling 67,604 under various employee incentive schemes. The allotment was finalized on June 23, 2026, with each equity share having a face value of ₹ 10.The distribution across the two mentioned schemes includes 46,460 equity shares allotted under the ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited Employees Stock Option Scheme (2005). The remaining allotment covers 21,144 equity shares issued under the ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited Employees Stock Unit Scheme (2023).The key details of the share allocation are summarized below:Scheme...

Darshik D. Mehta Acquires Shares in Neo Infracon Ltd, Increasing Promoter Holding The promoter group has increased its stake in NEOINFRACONLIMITED through an open market acquisition of shares. Mr. Darshik D. Mehta acquired 980 shares in the target company, moving his total holding slightly higher.Mr. Darshik D. Mehta, as a member of the Promoter Group and Person Acting in Concert (PAC) with the acquirer, currently holds a stake in NEOINFRACONLIMITED listed on BSE Ltd. The acquisition was conducted through the Open Market.The acquisition details show that before the transaction, the holding of shares carrying voting rights by Mr. Darshik D. Mehta stood at 3,80,936 shares, representing 7.17% of the total share capital.Shareholding...

CPS Shapers Limited Announces Resignation of Senior Management Personnel CPS Shapers Limited has confirmed that Mr. Manikandan S, who held the position of Factory Manager and Senior Management Personnel (SMP) at the company, has resigned effective immediately as of June 23, 2026.The resignation was attributed to personal reasons, with the company noting that there are no material reasons for the departure apart from the stated reason provided by Mr. S.Details regarding the change in personnel are provided below:ParticularsDetailsNameMr. Manikandan SDesignationFactory Manager and Senior Management PersonnelReason for ChangeDue to Personal ReasonsDate of CessationJune 23, 2026Mr. Manikandan S submitted his...

Consortium of Acquirers and PACs Announces Open Offer for 26% Stake in Purple Finance Limited A consortium comprising Allied Commodities Private Limited, Mr. Sandeep Jindal, and various Publicly Appointed Companies (PACs) has launched an Open Offer to acquire a substantial equity stake in Purple Finance Limited (PF). The offer aims to secure joint control over the NBFC, aligning with the Acquirers' intent to strengthen their presence within the financial services sector.The consortium has established the parameters of the Open Offer for the acquisition of up to 176,48,152 fully paid-up equity shares in PF. The offer is priced at ₹ 55.00 per equity share and encompasses a total value of ₹ 97,06,48,360.Key Offer Details The tender...

Market Shakeup: Private Banks and NBFCs Surge as Public Sector Banking Cedes Ground in Gold Loan Sourcing The gold loan segment is undergoing a significant market evolution, with public sector banks (PSBs) gradually seeing their dominance erode. A comprehensive report from Experian, titled 'Gold Loans in Transition: Market Evolution & Consumer Patterns,' indicates that the lending landscape is actively shifting toward agile private financial institutions and Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs).The transition is attributed to factors such as improved distribution reach among non-bank lenders, quicker turnaround times for customers, and changing consumer preferences within the gold loan segment. This structural shift highlights...