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Mindteck (India) Announces 35th Annual General Meeting and Releases FY2025-26 Annual ReportMindteck (India) Limited has announced the details for its 35th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and provided access to the Annual Report for the Financial Year 2025-26. The AGM is scheduled to be held on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 10:00 A.M (IST).The meeting will be conducted through Video Conferencing (VC) facility or Other Audio Visual Means (OAVM).For shareholders who have not registered their email address with the Company or its Registrar to an Issue and Share Transfer Agent (RTA), the company has provided a specific web link containing complete details of the Annual Report for the Financial Year 2025-26. The exact path for accessing...

Kriti Industries Announces E-Voting Facilities for 36th Annual General Meeting Kriti Industries (India) Limited has announced that members of the company will be provided electronic means to cast their votes for the upcoming 36th Annual General Meeting (AGM). The AGM is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 3:00 P.M. (IST).The company has arranged facilities enabling members to participate via remote E-voting and E-voting for the meeting.Key details regarding the E-voting process and AGM are as follows:ParticularsDetailsName of AgencyCDSLCut-off Date for E-voting entitlementAugust 5, 2026 (Wednesday)Voting Start Date & TimeAugust 9, 2026 at 9:00 A.M. (Sunday)Voting End Date & TimeAugust 11, 2026...

Gujarat Kidney and Super Speciality Ltd Appoints Mr Paresh Dhoti as Additional Non-Executive Director Gujarat Kidney and Super Speciality Limited has appointed Mr Paresh Dhoti as an Additional Non-Executive Director, effective July 9, 2026. The company issued a clarification regarding the appointment following board meeting proceedings on that date.The appointment was initially intended to be made with him in the capacity of a Non-Executive Independent Director (NEID). However, the company reported that due to technical glitches in the registration process with the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), this status could not be immediately confirmed. The completion of the necessary registration processes is now recent...

One Mobikwik Systems Limited Approves Substantial Investments in Two Wholly Owned Subsidiaries One Mobikwik Systems Limited has approved two strategic investments into its wholly owned subsidiaries, MobiKwik Distribution Services Private Limited (MDSPL) and Mobikwik Securities Broking Private Limited (MSBPL). The approvals were granted by the company's Treasury Committee during a meeting held on July 21, 2026.The investment in MDSPL is designated to fund its operation as a Lending Service Provider (LSP). The company intends to invest up to INR 60,84,51,000 in MDSPL through the subscription of shares.In parallel, the Treasury Committee also approved an investment in MSBPL, intending to subscribe for shares worth up to ₹ 1,00,00,000...

Rex Pipes And Cables Industries Limited Regularizes Director Appointment in Board Meeting Rex Pipes And Cables Industries Limited has approved the regularization of Mr. Varun Kacholia, a Non-Executive Independent Director, during its recent Board meeting held on July 21, 2026.The appointment formalizes Mr. Kacholia’s role as an Additional Director (Non-Executive Independent Director) and will be confirmed upon approval by the shareholders at the upcoming Annual General Meeting. The regularization is effective from January 30, 2026.Mr. Varun Kacholia is highly experienced in finance and corporate advisory, bringing over 17 years of post-qualification experience as an Investment Banker. His expertise covers due diligence, execution of...

Anthem Biosciences Reports Q1 FY27 Results: Revenue Stands at ₹4,182 Mn as EBITDA Reaches ₹1,755 Mn Anthem Biosciences Limited has announced its unaudited Consolidated Financial Results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The company reported a Consolidated Revenue from Operations of ₹4,182 Mn and an Earnings Before Interest, Depreciation, and Amortisation (EBITDA) of ₹1,755 Mn, resulting in 39.6% EBITDA margins. Profit After Tax (PAT) was recorded at ₹1,199 Mn, achieving PAT margins of 27.1%.The results reflect the company's status as an innovation-driven Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO). The Q1FY27 performance shows a decline in revenue compared to previous periods, with Revenue from Operations...

Hindusthan Insulators Announces Q1 Results, Approves Rs 155 Million Loan Facility and Board Appointments Hindusthan Insulators & Industries Limited (formerly HINDUSTHAN URBAN INFRASTRUCTURE LIMITED) reported its unaudited financial results for the quarter ending June 30, 2026. The company announced several key corporate actions following a Board meeting held on July 21, 2026, including the approval of an additional unsecured loan facility and crucial management re-appointments.The board reviewed and approved the unaudited financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026. The company also fixed the date for its Sixty-Sixth (66th) Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Tuesday, September 08, 2026. Furthermore, the cut-off date for...

India Pesticides Ltd Board Meeting Scheduled to Approve Q1 Financial Results India Pesticides Limited (IPL) has announced that its Board of Directors meeting is scheduled for Saturday, August 01, 2026. The primary agenda item for the meeting includes considering and approving the Un-audited Standalone and Consolidated Financial Results of the Company for the quarter ending June 30, 2026.The Board Meeting is set to take place on August 01, 2026, with the approval of these quarterly financial results being a key objective.In addition to the meeting announcement, the company has communicated details regarding the trading window. The trading window for India Pesticides Limited was closed starting Wednesday, July 01, 2026. This...

Ador Welding Reports Strong Q1 FY27 Results; Revenue Jumps 23% YoY Ador Welding Limited has reported robust financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year (FY) 2027, showcasing significant growth across domestic and export markets. The company posted a 23% year-on-year rise in revenue, reflecting strong momentum and focused efforts on expanding its product mix and strengthening customer relationships.The Q1 FY27 results indicated that Ador Welding achieved a Revenue from Operations of Rs. 309 Crs., marking a 22.9% increase. The company recorded Gross Profit of Rs. 113 Crs., which is a 15.2% rise compared to the same period in FY26. EBITDA (excluding other income) reached Rs. 36 Crs., translating to an EBITDA Margin of 11.6%...

STL Networks Ltd Allots 28,187 Equity Shares Following ESOP Exercise STL Networks Limited announced the allotment of equity shares following the exercise of options under its Special Purpose Employee Stock Option Scheme 2025 (SP-ESOS 2025). The decision was approved by the Company's Authorization and Allotment Committee during a meeting held on July 21, 2026.Under the scheme, a total of 28,187 equity shares were allotted to employees upon exercising their options granted under SP-ESOS 2025. These newly issued equity shares have a face value of ₹ 2 each.The exercise of these employee stock options resulted in the realization of ₹ 56,374 for the company. Each stock option is convertible into one fully paid up equity share with a face...

Magnus Steel and Infra Postpones Rights Issue Committee Meeting Pending Exchange Approval Magnus Steel and Infra Ltd, formerly known as Magnus Retail Limited, has announced the postponement of its Rights Issue Committee meeting. The meeting was originally scheduled for July 21, 2026, to consider and approve crucial aspects related to the company's planned rights issue.The decision to postpone the meeting comes as the company awaits In-Principle approval from the Stock Exchange concerning the proposed Rights Issue. This rights issue was previously approved by the Board of Directors during a meeting held on July 15, 2026.The committee meeting, which had been scheduled for Tuesday, July 21, 2026, is now postponed. The company stated...

PAN HR Solution Ltd Appoints Sneha Bahuguna as Company Secretary and Compliance Officer PAN HR Solution Ltd has appointed Ms. Sneha Bahuguna as the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, designated as Key Managerial Personnel, following a resolution passed by its Board of Directors. The appointment is effective from July 21, 2026.The decision was made by the Board in its meeting held on Tuesday, July 21, 2026. Ms. Bahuguna, bearing Membership No. ACS 79973 with the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI), is now part of the company's senior management team.Ms. Bahuguna has been entrusted with significant responsibility as one of the authorized officials for determining the materiality of any event or information and for...

Mindteck Sets Record Date for Dividend Entitlement Mindteck (India) Limited has announced the record date for determining member entitlement regarding a dividend for the financial year ended March 31, 2026.The company designated Thursday, August 06, 2026, as the official Record Date for all matters related to the dividend distribution.Furthermore, Mindteck informed stakeholders that the Register of Members will be closed from Friday, August 07, 2026, through Thursday, August 13, 2026 (both dates inclusive). This period is designated for both the purpose of determining members eligible to receive the dividend for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, and for the company's 35th AGM.MINDTECK Stock Price Movement Shares of Mindteck...

Aavas Financiers Posts Q1 FY26 Results; Board Approves Unaudited Figures, Notes 100% Security on NCDs AAVAS FINANCIERS LIMITED announced the approval of its Unaudited Financial Results for the Quarter ended June 30, 2026. The results were reviewed and recommended by the Audit Committee and approved by the Board of Directors during a meeting held on July 21, 2026.The company’s financial performance for the quarter showed Total Income reaching 70,909.57 (INR in lakh), with profit before tax standing at 22,010.40. The period saw total expenses of 48,899.17, leading to a profit for the period of 17,126.81.Financial Highlights and Ratios AAVAS Financiers maintained key financial stability metrics as of June 30, 2026. The company reported...

CCI Declares No Violation: Dominance and Anti-Competitive Claims Against Jindal Stainless Over Stainless Steel Inputs The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has ruled that there is no prima facie case of violation regarding allegations of anti-competitive conduct in the highly integrated Indian stainless steel market. The investigation, which examined arrangements involving Jindal Stainless Limited (JSL), found that accusations of input foreclosure and abuse of dominant position were not substantiated by the evidence presented.The final order, dated 21/07/2026, addressed grievances concerning exclusive dealing practices, the significance of a joint venture in Indonesia, and the workings of JSL’s downstream sales programs. The...

RBI Cracks Down on Predatory Lending: New Regulatory Framework Targets Fake Loan Apps Amid Surge in Fintech The Government and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) have intensified their crackdown on illegal and fake loan applications operating across the country. Through a comprehensive set of regulations and new digital tools, regulators are aggressively targeting fraudulent lending practices to ensure citizen protection within the burgeoning digital finance ecosystem.Strengthening Regulatory Oversight and Blocking Illegal Applications In response to rising concerns over predatory financial services, regulatory measures have been significantly reinforced. The RBI operationalized the 'Digital Lending Apps (DLAs)' directory on its website...

Bihar Sponge Iron Limited Files Complaint Over Dishonor of Cheques Bihar Sponge Iron Limited has filed a complaint in connection with the dishonor of cheques issued by certain parties for the discharge of their liability toward the company.The legal action, which was initiated against Mr. Manoj Kumar Agarwal and others, pertains to the dishonored cheques provided by the accused. The filing centers on the debt owed by the individuals to Bihar Sponge Iron Limited.The complaint has been lodged under Section 138 read with Section 142 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. The case was filed before the Sub-Divisional Judicial Magistrate at Chandil, Seraikela Kharsawan. The matter is documented as Complaint Case No. 461 of 2026.Stock...

SEBI Cracks Down: Mandatory Freeze on Promoter Shares Operationalised Ahead of Buyback Market Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has operationalised a crucial regulatory mechanism mandating that promoter holdings be frozen during share buybacks. The regulator has directed all depositories to implement the necessary systems and processes by August 1, signaling a significant shift in corporate governance oversight during secondary market transactions.Mandating ISIN-Level Freeze on Promoter Holdings The circular operationalising this framework follows SEBI's notification issued on July 1, 2026, which amended the existing SEBI (Buy-back of Securities) Regulations. Under the new guidelines, any shares and specified securities...

SEBI Mandates ISIN-Level Freezing of Promoter Holdings to Safeguard Buyback Integrity In a significant move aimed at strengthening investor safeguards, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has officially operationalized the freezing of promoter holdings during company buybacks. The regulatory circular mandates that shares held by promoters and their associated groups must remain frozen at the ISIN level throughout the duration of a tender offer process.This measure falls under Regulation 24(i)(ea) of the SEBI (Buy-back of Securities) Regulations, 2018, which was amended via a notification dated July 01, 2026. The operationalization ensures that promoters maintain continuous accountability for their stake while the buyback...

Global Oil Market Surges as US-Iran Escalation Sparks New Geopolitical Tensions Crude oil prices rose significantly on Tuesday amid heightened geopolitical tensions following fresh attacks exchanged between the United States and Iran. The dramatic escalation has fueled concerns over global energy stability, pushing key benchmarks higher.Impact of escalating US-Iran conflict on crude prices Brent crude futures saw a notable rise, trading at $90.84 a barrel by 1152 GMT, which is up $1.62 or 1.8%. The front-month U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) contract also gained, reaching $84.60, up $1.37 or 1.7%.Market sentiment has been supported by concerns over potential supply disruption and decreased exports passing through the Strait of...