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La-Tim Lifestyle & Resorts Acquires Stake in La Tim Metal & Industries La-Tim Lifestyle & Resorts Limited disclosed a acquistion in its shareholding of La Tim Metal & Industries Limited on March 18, 2026, according to a regulatory filing. The disclosure, made on behalf of the promoter and promoter group, details the acquisition and disposal of shares through open market transactions.According to the filing, La-Tim Lifestyle & Resorts Limited held 7,01,517 shares, representing 0.53% of the total share/voting capital and 0.53% of the total diluted share/voting capital of La Tim Metal & Industries Limited before the acquistion. The company acquired 16,000 shares, equivalent to 0.01% of the share/voting capital and 0.01% of the diluted...

HEC Infra Projects Limited Receives Workorder Worth Rs. 3.15 Crores HEC Infra Projects Limited has received a workorder worth Rs. 3.15 crores from MIS Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation. The project involves augmentation work for Civil, electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation at the Old Smruti Mandir Water distribution station in the South Zone of AMC. The completion period for the project is 12 months.According to company officials, the order signifies significant opportunities and the company intends to bid for similar projects with private and government departments in other states.No promoters or promoter group members have any interest in the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation. The award of the order does not constitute a related...

STL Digital Launches Securennov™, a Next-Generation Cybersecurity Suite Bengaluru, March 19, 2026 – STL Digital Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sterlite Technologies Limited (NSE: STLTECH), announced the launch of Securennov™, a new portfolio of cybersecurity services and solutions. The suite integrates AI-driven analytics, high-performance solution design, and trusted governance to enable organizations to operate with confidence and resilience.Securennov™ integrates security across all layers of an organization’s digital ecosystem while aiming to reduce capital expenditures and ensure compliance with emerging standards. The core of Securennov™ is STL Digital’s proprietary 5S Framework: Secure by Design, Secure Access, Secure by...

NTPC Group’s Installed Capacity Reaches 88,709 MW Following Solar Project Commissioning NTPC Ltd. announced on March 19, 2026, that its subsidiary, NTPC Green Energy Limited (NGEL), has declared the commercial operation date (COD) for the fourth part capacity of a solar project. The project, located in Gujarat, comprises 165 MW out of a total 1200 MW Khavda-II Solar PV Project, which is operated by NTPC Renewable Energy Limited, a stepdown subsidiary of NTPC Limited through NGEL. The COD was effective March 19, 2026.As a result of this commissioning, the total installed capacity of the NTPC group now stands at 88,709 MW, with a commercial capacity of 87,629 MW.Separately, NTPC Green Energy Limited's current commercial capacity...

Embassy Developments Ltd. Discloses Reasons for Share Encumbrance Embassy Developments Limited announced on March 19, 2026, that Embassy Property Developments Private Limited and JV Holding Private Limited have disclosed the reasons for the encumbrance of shares in the company. The disclosure was made in compliance with SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011.As of the disclosure date, Embassy Property Developments Private Limited (Promoter Group) held 59,31,29,123 shares, representing 42.6517% of the total share capital. JV Holding Private Limited (Promoter) held the remaining portion of the promoter shareholding.A total of 24,32,00,930 shares, representing 17.48% of the total share capital, are...

Halder Venture Limited Receives Fine from Bombay Stock Exchange Halder Venture Limited (NSE: HALDER, BSE: 539854) announced on March 19, 2026, that the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) has imposed a fine of Rs. 5,42,800 including GST.The fine, communicated via email dated March 18, 2026, stems from non-compliance with Regulation 17(1) pertaining to the composition of the Board of Directors for the quarter ended September 2025. This follows previous disclosures regarding Board comments on a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) fine on February 13, 2026.The company had submitted a waiver application to the BSE on December 01, 2025, explaining its inability to comply with the regulation within the stipulated timeline. However, the BSE...

Smiti Holding Discloses Encumbrances of Shares in Asian Paints Mumbai – March 19, 2026 – Smiti Holding and Trading Company Private Limited disclosed details regarding encumbrances of shares in Asian Paints Limited, as per regulations stipulated by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The disclosures were made on behalf of several promoters and entities affiliated with Asian Paints.The disclosure, submitted to the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), outlines the number of shares subject to encumbrance, percentage of shareholding, and other related details.A detailed breakdown of the share encumbrances is presented below:Name of the Target Company (TC) Name of the Stock Exchanges where the shares of the Target Company are...

Sheela Foam Limited Withdraws Participation from Valorem Conference Sheela Foam Limited announced it will not participate in the '11th Annual Valorem Conference Resilient Corporates, Relentless India' organized by Valorem Advisors. The conference was scheduled for Monday, March 23, 2026, at the Grand Hyatt, Kalina, Mumbai.The decision follows unforeseen schedule changes impacting the company’s availability. This update supersedes the earlier notification issued on March 18, 2026, regarding the planned participation.Source:

Prime Fresh Ltd. Receives Trading Approval for Newly Allotted Equity Shares Prime Fresh Ltd. announced that trading of 44,715 equity shares on the BSE Limited will be permitted effective March 19, 2026. The shares were initially allotted on February 24, 2026, following the conversion of 44,715 convertible warrants.The allotment was made to Mr. Hiren Ghelani. These equity shares have a face value of Rs. 10 each and were issued at a premium of Rs. 154, with distinctive numbers ranging from 13916298 to 13961012.According to a notice from the BSE Limited dated March 18, 2026, the shares rank pari-passu with existing equity shares of the company. The issue price was Rs. 164 per share. The ISIN for these shares is INE442V01012. A lock-in...

Aster DM Healthcare Closes Trading Window Ahead of Financial Results Aster DM Healthcare Limited has announced the closure of its trading window for designated persons and their immediate relatives, effective March 19, 2026. This action is in compliance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, and SEBI circular SEBI/HO/ISD/ISDPOD2/P/CIR/2025/55 dated April 21, 2025, as well as the company’s internal ‘Code for Prevention of Insider Trading.’The trading window will remain closed for 48 hours following the public announcement of the company’s standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026. The company is headquartered in...

Sundram Fasteners Limited Announces Voting Results for 16th Postal Ballot March 19, 2026 – Sundram Fasteners Limited announced the results of its 16th Postal Ballot (remote e-voting) conducted between February 16, 2026, and March 17, 2026.The company held 79,767 shares outstanding as of the cut-off date of January 30, 2026.A resolution was passed regarding the re-appointment and remuneration of Ms. Arathi Krishna as Managing Director for another five years, from May 3, 2026, to May 2, 2031.Voting Results Summary:Agenda Item DescriptionType of ResolutionModeof VotingWhether Promoter/ Promoter Group are interested in the agenda/ resolution?RemarksApproval of the re-appointment and remunerationof Ms Arathi Krishna (DIN...

DEE Development Engineers Limited Commences Commercial Production at Seamless Pipe Manufacturing Plant DEE Development Engineers Limited announced the commencement of commercial production at its Seamless Pipe Manufacturing Plant on March 19, 2026. The plant, located in Revenue Survey No. 28/P1, Village: Lakhapar, Tal: Anjar, Dist: Kutch, Gujarat, will manufacture Seamless Pipes & Tubes with an installed capacity of 7,000 metric tons per annum.The company incurred a total capital expenditure of ₹ 89.74 Crores for the project. This expenditure exceeds the materiality threshold of ₹ 1.38 Crore, as assessed by the management.DEE Development Engineers Limited received an order of ₹ 58 Crores for seamless pipes on February 27, 2026, and...

Texmaco Rail & Engineering Receives Rs. 51.45 Crores Order from North Eastern Railway Texmaco Rail & Engineering Ltd., an Adventz Group company, announced it has received an order worth Rs. 51.45 crores from North Eastern Railway. The order, awarded on March 19, 2026, encompasses the design, supply, testing, erection, and commissioning of power supply installation and electrification work for TSS, SSP, and BSP buildings in the GKC - VKNR Section of the Varanasi Division, North Eastern Railway, linked to the GKC - VKNR Doubling Project.The work is expected to be completed within 24 months from the date of the Letter of Acceptance. Texmaco confirmed that the order is domestic in nature and does not involve any related party...

Choice Mutual Fund Launches New Index Funds to Promote Disciplined Investing Choice International Limited (BSE: 531358, NSE: CHOICEIN), a financial services company, announced the launch of two new investment products: Choice Nifty 50 Index Fund and Choice Nifty Next 50 Index Fund. The New Fund Offer (NFO) for both schemes will open on March 19, 2026, and close on April 2, 2026.According to Ajay Kejriwal, CEO of Choice Mutual Fund, the launch aims to provide investors with a simple and transparent framework for long-term wealth creation and disciplined equity exposure.The Choice Nifty 50 Index Fund offers exposure to India's top 50 blue-chip companies, representing approximately 44% of the free-float market capitalization on the...

National, March 19, 2026 – Avio Smart Market Stack Limited (ASMS), formerly known as Bartronics India Limited, announced a strategic partnership with Kissan Agri Mall Private Limited to accelerate the development of a technology-driven agri-retail and supply chain ecosystem under Project AVIO Agritech.The collaboration combines ASMS’s rural distribution network, digital infrastructure, and financial inclusion capabilities with Kissan Agri Mall’s on-ground presence in agri-input retail and farmer engagement. The companies aim to build a scalable 'phygital' platform integrating agri-input distribution, advisory services, output market linkages, and post-harvest infrastructure.ASMS has a presence across 5000 villages in India through...

Zydus Launches Aerolife Mini™ to Simplify Inhaler Use Ahmedabad, 19 March, 2026 – Zydus Lifesciences Limited, an innovation-led life-sciences company, has launched Aerolife Mini™, a next-generation pMDI (pressurised Metered-Dose Inhaler) enhancer. The launch marks India's first foldable, portable, and foldable spacer, designed to simplify inhaler use for patients with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and bronchiectasis.Zydus has launched Aerolife Mini™ under an exclusive licensing arrangement with AeroDel Technology Innovations Pvt. Ltd. The device is intended to improve drug deposition, enhance patient compliance, and provide greater convenience. Real-world studies indicate that suboptimal inhaler technique...

Khazanchi Jewellers Ltd. Forms Khazanchi Charitable Trust for CSR Activities Khazanchi Jewellers Ltd. has established a charitable trust, named 'Khazanchi Charitable Trust,' to undertake Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities. The move follows an earlier intimation dated March 17, 2026.The Trust Deed was executed and registered on March 18, 2026. The formation of the trust aligns with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, and will involve the company and its group entities.Sakshi Jain, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, confirmed the development on behalf of Khazanchi Jewellers Limited.Source:

CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited Announces Leadership Change CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited announced that Sriram Rangarajan, Executive Vice President and SBU Head of the Consumer Product Business, has resigned from his position, effective March 19, 2026. The resignation is due to personal reasons, and Mr. Rangarajan is no longer part of the company's senior management.Below is a summary of the leadership change:ParticularsResponseReason for changeResignation as Executive Vice President, SBU Head- Consumer Product BusinessDate of CessationMarch 19, 2026Mr. Rangarajan, in a communication to the Managing Director & CEO, expressed his gratitude for the guidance, trust, and support received during his...

HDFC Bank to Host Analyst and Investor Call HDFC Bank Ltd. announced it will host a call with analysts and investors on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 09:00 hours (IST). The call relates to information previously shared by the bank on March 18, 2026.Investors can participate using the following dial-in information:Conference Call DetailsDateTimeIndia / Universal NumberMarch 19, 202609:00 hours (IST)+91 22 6280 1329/ +91 22 7115 8230International callers can use the following toll-free numbers:USA: 18667462133 UK: 08081011573 Singapore: 8001012045 Hong Kong: 800964448A recording of the conference call will be made available on the bank’s website at a later date.Source:

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA Launches Authorized Generic of Milnacipran Hydrochloride Tablets Elmwood Park, New Jersey, March 19, 2026 – Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA (Glenmark) announced the launch of Milnacipran Hydrochloride Tablets in strengths of 12.5 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, and 100 mg. This product is the authorized generic to Savella® Tablets.According to IQVIA™ sales data for the 12-month period ending January 2026, the Savella® Tablets market achieved annual sales of approximately $102.9 million*.Marc Kikuchi, President & Business Head, North America, stated, "We are excited to announce the launch of Milnacipran Hydrochloride Tablets, the authorized generic to Savella® Tablets. This launch further strengthens our...