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The Ballygunge Family Trust Increases Stake in Shankara Building Products Limited The Ballygunge Family Trust has increased its stake in Shankara Building Products Limited through open market purchases, according to a regulatory filing. As of March 19, 2026, the trust’s holding now stands at 7,28,015 shares, representing 3.00% of the company’s total shares and voting capital.Previously, the trust held 6,88,915 shares, which equated to 2.84% of the total shares and voting capital. The acquisition of 39,100 shares, valued at 0.161%, triggered the disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of the Securities & Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011.The Ballygunge Family Trust is a promoter...

HAS Lifestyle Ltd. Announces Trading Window Closure Mumbai, March 20, 2026 – HAS Lifestyle Ltd. announced today that it will close its trading window for securities, effective April 1, 2026. The closure is in accordance with the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, and the company’s internal code of conduct.The trading window closure is related to the consideration of audited standalone financial results for the half-year and year ended March 31, 2026, along with related matters. The window will remain closed until 48 hours after the conclusion of the board meeting where the results are approved. The date of the board meeting will be announced separately.Niru Kanodia, Director (DIN: 02651444) of HAS Lifestyle...

NCVI Enterprises Limited Discloses Acquisition of Shares in IOL Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd. NCVI Enterprises Limited has acquired 4,04,305 equity shares of IOL Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Limited through an open market transaction. The disclosure was made on March 20, 2026, and relates to an acquisition under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeover) Regulations, 2011.The acquisition increases the total holding of NCVI Enterprises Limited to 16,87,16,805 shares, representing a 57.48% stake in the company. The total equity share capital of IOL Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Limited amounts to Rs. 58,70,55,020, equivalent to 29,35,27,510 equity shares of Rs. 2 each.NCVI Enterprises Limited is...

Marathon Nextgen Realty Ltd. Discloses Promoter Group Share Acquisition Marathon Nextgen Realty Limited announced that Mrs. Ansuya Ramniklal Shah, a member of the Promoter Group, has acquired equity shares in the company. The disclosure was made in compliance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015.According to a filing on March 20, 2026, Mrs. Shah acquired 10,000 equity shares valued at 42,19,400. Following the acquisition, her total holdings in the company now stand at 140,977 shares, representing 0.209% of the company’s equity. The acquisition was made on the market via NSE.Prior to the acquisition, Mrs. Shah held 130,977 shares, or 0.194% of the company.The company’s...

ASM Technologies Schedules Investor Meetings ASM Technologies Ltd. announced it will host a group meeting for analysts and institutional investors in Bengaluru on March 25, 2026, starting at 9:30 AM. Discussions during the meeting will be limited to publicly available information, and no unpublished price sensitive information will be disclosed. The meeting location is at the company facilities in Bengaluru. The schedule is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.Date &TimeNature of MeetingPlace25 th March 2026 9:30 AMonwardsGroup MeetingBengaluruSource:

Centrum Capital Limited Transfers Merchant Banking Division to Centrum Broking Limited Centrum Capital Limited announced that a Business Transfer Agreement (BTA) to transfer and sell its Merchant Banking Division to Centrum Broking Limited, a subsidiary of Centrum Capital Limited, has become effective. The transfer is structured as a slump sale of the division on an ‘as-is-where-is’ basis.The company had previously disclosed its intention to enter into the BTA on January 30, 2026. As part of the transaction, Centrum Capital Limited is also applying for the surrender of its Certificate of Registration as a Merchant Banker obtained under the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Merchant Bankers) Regulations, 1992.The Securities and...

Satyam Joshi’s Stake in NHC Foods Ltd. Increases Through Warrant Conversion NHC Foods Ltd. announced that Satyam Shirishchandra Joshi has been allotted 44,00,00,000 equity shares following the conversion of warrants into equity shares. The shares were credited to Joshi’s demat account on March 18, 2026.This transaction occurred through a preferential allotment, marking an increase in Joshi’s holding in the company. Before the conversion, Joshi held 4,69,80,994 shares, representing 7.65% of the total share/voting capital and 7.14% on a diluted basis. Following the conversion and allotment of new shares, Joshi’s total holdings now stand at 9,09,80,994 shares, equating to 13.83% of the total share/voting capital.The company’s equity...

Aditya Infotech Limited Announces Proposed Share Acquisition Due to Partition of Hari Shanker Khemka (HUF) Noida, Uttar Pradesh – March 20, 2026 – Aditya Infotech Limited announced a proposed acquisition of shares as part of the partition of Hari Shanker Khemka (HUF). Aditya Khemka, a promoter of Aditya Infotech Limited, is making the disclosure on behalf of the acquirers.The acquisition, scheduled for on or after March 26, 2026, involves the acquisition of 148,647 equity shares currently held by Hari Shanker Khemka (HUF). The acquisition will be split between Aditya Khemka, who will acquire 93,647 shares, and Hari Shanker Khemka, who will acquire 55,000 shares.This transaction represents 0.13% of the paid-up equity share capital...

Accelya Solutions India Ltd. Announces Trading Window Closure Accelya Solutions India Ltd. has announced the closure of its trading window, effective April 1, 2026. This action aligns with the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) (Amendment) Regulations, 2018, and related circulars from the BSE and NSE dated April 2, 2019.The trading window will remain closed until 48 hours after the public announcement of the company’s unaudited financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. This measure is intended to prevent insider trading during a period when material information may be pending release.Source:

Ajcon Global Services Ltd. Closes Trading Window Ahead of Financial Results Announcement Ajcon Global Services Ltd. (Scrip Code: 511692; Scrip Name: AJCON; ISIN: INE759C01027) has announced the closure of its trading window for directors and designated persons, effective Wednesday, April 1, 2026. The closure aligns with the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) (Amendment) Regulations, 2018 and the company’s Code of Conduct for Prohibition of Insider Trading.The trading window will remain closed until 48 hours after the announcement of the company’s audited financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026. The date for the board meeting to approve these results will be announced subsequently.During this period...

Aerpace Industries Ltd. Activates Pune R&D and Manufacturing Facility, Initiates Solar Panel Production Aerpace Industries Ltd. announced the formal activation and operational status of its integrated Research and Development (R&D) and Manufacturing Facility located in Chakan Industrial Region, Pune. The company held a soft launch event and strategic alignment session for all employees, marking the transition to operational execution.The facility’s activation supports Aerpace's integrated ecosystem strategy, encompassing Renewable Energy (Solar Manufacturing), Defence Drone Ecosystem, Sustainable Transportation Platforms, and Proprietary Software Systems.Solar Manufacturing Vertical Ready for Production The installation and...

Nirbhay Colours India Ltd. Closes Trading Window Ahead of Financial Results Announcement Nirbhay Colours India Ltd., now operating as Craftroot Retail Limited, announced the closure of its trading window for company securities. The restriction applies to promoters, members of the promoter group, directors, key managerial personnel, insiders, designated individuals, and their immediate relatives.The trading window will remain closed from April 1, 2026, until 48 hours after the company announces its financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026. This measure is in accordance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, and related SEBI circulars.Designated...

Vinati Organics Invests ₹22.95 Crore in Subsidiary Veeral Organics Vinati Organics Limited announced a ₹22,95,00,000 investment in its wholly-owned subsidiary, Veeral Organics Private Limited. The company subscribed to an additional 2,29,50,000 fully paid-up equity shares with a face value of ₹10 each.Veeral Organics Private Limited was incorporated in October 2020 and operates within the chemical industry, manufacturing organic fine specialty chemicals, aligning with Vinati Organics’ existing business. The subsidiary’s turnover for the past three years was ₹10.55 crore. The investment will not alter Veeral Organics' status as a 100% wholly-owned subsidiary of Vinati Organics.Source:

Coforge Ltd. Completes Transition to New Registrar and Transfer Agent Coforge Ltd. has completed the transition of its Registrar and Transfer Agent (RTA) from Alankit Assignments Limited to MUFG Intime India Private Limited, effective March 19, 2026. The change was confirmed by Services (India) Limited.Shareholders and stakeholders are now directed to address all correspondence related to RTA services, including share transfers, transmission, IEPF claims, and unclaimed dividends, to MUFG Intime India Private Limited.MUFG Intime India Private Limited – Coforge Limited UnitC-101, 1st Floor, Embassy 247, LBS Marg, Vikhroli West, Mumbai - 400 083+91 22 4918 6000investor.helpdesk@in.mpms.mufg.comhttps://in.mpms.mufg.comIn...

Haryana Leather Chemicals Ltd. Announces Demise of Director Haryana Leather Chemicals Ltd. announced the passing of Mr. Narendra Kumar Jain, a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of the company. The demise occurred on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.Mr. Jain's contributions as a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director were beneficial to the company, and his unexpected passing represents a significant loss. The company’s directors and employees conveyed condolences to Mr. Jain’s family.Below is a summary of the details regarding the change:S. noParticularsDate of Change/Details1NameMr. Narendra Kumar Jain, Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director2Reason for ChangeDemise3Date of DemiseMarch 18, 20264Brief ProfileNA...

SBI Mutual Fund Reduces Stake in Route Mobile Mumbai – SBI Mutual Fund has decreased its shareholding in Route Mobile Ltd, according to a filing on March 20, 2026. The change reflects a sale of 42,822 shares, resulting in a reduction of 0.0680% of the company’s paid-up share capital.Previously, SBI Mutual Fund held 5.3832% of Route Mobile’s paid-up share capital, as disclosed in a filing on September 13, 2024. Following the sale, the fund’s holding now stands at 3.3243%, representing 20,94,432 shares.The shares were sold on the market on March 18, 2026. Route Mobile Ltd's total equity share capital is Rs 63,00,30,820, comprising 6,30,03,082 equity shares with a face value of Rs 10 each.Source:

Sagar Cements Limited Sells 7.24% Stake in Andhra Cements Ltd. Through Offer for Sale Sagar Cements Limited, the promoter of Andhra Cements Limited, has sold 66,76,843 equity shares, representing 7.24% of Andhra Cements Limited’s total issued and paid-up equity share capital, through an Offer for Sale (OFS) that concluded on March 18, 2026. The OFS opened for non-retail investors on March 17, 2026, and for retail investors and non-retail investors who chose to carry forward un-allotted bids on March 18, 2026.The sale took place through a designated window of the stock exchanges and was conducted in accordance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) guidelines.Prior to the sale, Sagar Cements Limited held 5,39,15,065...

Aditya Infotech Limited Announces Share Acquisition Following Partition of Hari Shanker Khemka (HUF) Aditya Infotech Limited announced on March 20, 2026, that Aditya Khemka and Hari Shanker Khemka, both promoters of the company, will acquire shares pursuant to the partition of Hari Shanker Khemka (HUF).According to a filing, Hari Shanker Khemka (HUF) will transfer 148,647 equity shares. Aditya Khemka will acquire 93,647 shares, while Hari Shanker Khemka will acquire 55,000 shares. The acquisition is set to occur on or after March 26, 2026. The transaction is not subject to an open offer due to its nature as a partition.The total shares to be acquired represent 0.13% of the company's paid-up equity share capital, with Aditya Khemka...

Vinati Organics Invests ₹22.95 Crore in Wholly Owned Subsidiary Vinati Organics Limited announced an investment of ₹22,95,00,000 in its wholly owned subsidiary, Veeral Organics Pvt. Ltd. The investment, made on March 20, 2026, involved the subscription of 2,29,50,000 fully paid-up equity shares with a face value of ₹10 each.Veeral Organics Pvt. Ltd. was incorporated under the Indian Companies Act, 2013, and its business is the manufacturing of Organics Fine Specialty Chemicals, aligning with the core business of Vinati Organics Limited. The company’s turnover for the last three years was 10.55 Crore. The investment will not alter Veeral Organics Pvt. Ltd.'s status as a 100% wholly-owned subsidiary of Vinati Organics Limited.Source:

All Time Plastics Ltd. Faces Operational Challenges Due to Geopolitical Events in West Asia All Time Plastics Ltd. (BSE: 544479, NSE: ALLTIME) announced on March 20, 2026, that its operations are currently experiencing challenges stemming from external factors. These disruptions are largely attributed to the ongoing geopolitical situation in West Asia and related supply chain issues.The Government of India has mandated domestic producers prioritize Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) production over petrochemicals under the Essential Commodities Act. This directive, combined with disruptions to global shipping and logistics channels, has resulted in inbound raw material shipment delays, increased freight costs, and reduced visibility on...