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Raj Goenka Acquires 1.98% Stake in Gamco Ltd. Through Open Market Transactions Kolkata – Raj Goenka, a promoter of Gamco Ltd., has acquired 1171949 equity shares, representing 1.98% of the company’s issued and paid-up equity share capital, through open market transactions between March 16, 2026, and March 17, 2026.According to a filing, Goenka's total holding now comprises 1171949 shares carrying voting rights. Prior to the acquisition, his holding stood at 1159318 shares.Gamco Ltd. has an equity share capital of Rs. 10,80,63,000.00, consisting of 5,40,31,500 equity shares of Rs. 2 each.Name of the Target Company (TC)GAMCOLIMITED BSE Scrip Code: 540097Name(s) of the acquirer and Persons Acting in Concert (PAC) with the...

Max India Schedules Analyst and Institutional Investor Meetings Max India Ltd. announced that its officials will participate in the DAMCapital Hospitals & Diagnostics Conference 2026 in Mumbai on March 23, 2026. The meetings will be held from 10:00 am onwards and will consist of both 1x1 and group sessions. Discussions will be limited to publicly available information. The company noted that the schedule may be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.Date & TimeNature of MeetingOrganised byPlaceMarch 23, 2026 10:00 am onwards1x1 / Group MeetingDAMCapital Hospitals & Diagnostics Conference 2026MumbaiSource:

Indogulf Cropsciences Ltd. Announces Resignation of Secretarial Auditor March 18, 2026 – Indogulf Cropsciences Limited announced the resignation of Mr. Deepak Rawat as its Secretarial Auditor, effective March 17, 2026. Mr. Rawat’s resignation is attributed to health issues and other medical reasons.According to a confirmation received from Mr. Rawat, there are no material reasons for his departure beyond those already stated.Details of Resignation The following table summarizes the details of the resignation:ParticularsDetailsName of Secretarial AuditorMr. Deepak Rawat, Practicing Company Secretary (ACS: 33210/CP: 12241)Reason for ResignationHealth issues and other medical reasonsDate of ResignationMarch 17, 2026Source:

Bodhtree Consulting Subcontracts Project Development to Semayra Web Services Hyderabad – Bodhtree Consulting Ltd. announced on March 18, 2026, that M/s. Panth Infinity Limited, a vendor engaged for the development of ‘GenBI: The Next-Gen AI-Powered BI & Analytics Platform,’ has subcontracted a portion of the project to M/s. Semayra Web Services Private Limited.The subcontracting is intended to enhance execution efficiency and meet project-specific business requirements. M/s. Panth Infinity Limited is based in Ahmedabad, while M/s. Semayra Web Services Private Limited is located in Delhi.Details of the subcontract are as follows:DetailDescriptionOriginal VendorM/s. Panth Infinity Limited, AhmedabadSubcontractor...

HDFC Bank Ltd. Receives Credit Rating Affirmed by India Ratings & Research HDFC Bank Ltd. announced on March 18, 2026, that India Ratings and Research Private Limited has affirmed and assigned ratings to various instruments of the bank. India Ratings affirmed the bank’s Long-Term Issuer Rating at 'IND AAA/Stable' and assigned a rating of 'IND A1+' to Certificates of Deposit.Rating DetailsThe summary of ratings assigned/affirmed is as follows:Instrument TypeMaturity DateSize of Issue (Billion)Rating/OutlookRating ActionIssuer Rating -IND AAA/StableAffirmedCertificates of deposit7-365 daysINR 250IND A1+AssignedCertificates of deposit7-365 daysINR 1250IND A1+AffirmedFixed deposits -IND AAA/StableAffirmed...

Global Surfaces Limited Converts Loan to Equity in Subsidiary Global Surfaces Limited announced on March 18, 2026, that its Board of Directors approved the conversion of an additional unsecured loan of INR 50 Crore extended to its wholly-owned subsidiary, Global Surfaces FZE, into equity shares. This follows a previous approval on February 3, 2026, for a similar conversion of INR 50 Crore.Global Surfaces FZE, incorporated in Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai, UAE, has a paid-up share capital of 20.13 Crore and a net worth of (8.18) Crore as of March 31, 2025. The company’s business is in manufacturing engineered quartz and stone surfaces. FY 2023-24 turnover was 57.34 Crore and FY 2024-25 turnover was 64.36 Crore. FY 2022-23 saw a turnover...

Taneja Aerospace & Aviation Ltd. Announces Postal Ballot Notice for Director Appointments Thally, Tamil Nadu, March 18, 2026 – Taneja Aerospace & Aviation Ltd. announced today that it will seek shareholder approval for the appointment of two independent directors via a postal ballot. The resolutions concern the appointment of Mr. Anil Kumar Sahu and Ms. Deepa Mathur.Mr. Sahu (DIN: 09038050) will serve as an Independent Director for a five-year term, commencing August 8, 2025, and ending August 8, 2030. Ms. Mathur (DIN: 00449912) will also serve as a Women Independent Director for a five-year term beginning August 8, 2025, and ending August 8, 2030, and will also serve as the Chairperson of the Company, effective August 8, 2025...

Oracle Financial Services Software Limited Allots Equity Shares Under Stock Plan Oracle Financial Services Software Limited announced on March 18, 2026, that its ESOP Allotment Committee approved the allotment of 5,929 equity shares to eligible employees under the OFSS Stock Plan 2014. The shares have a face value of Rs. 5 each and will rank equally with existing shares. No shares were allotted to directors during this allotment.The company's paid-up capital now stands at Rs. 435,175,665, comprising 87,035,133 equity shares with a face value of Rs. 5 each.Source:

Sumeet Industries Announces ₹23.47 Cr Acquisition to Strengthen Polyester Chips Capacity Surat, March 18, 2026 – Sumeet Industries Limited (NSE: SUMEETINDS, BSE: 514211), a leading integrated polyester manufacturer, announced that it has been declared the successful bidder (H1 Bidder) for the acquisition of assets at the Phase-3: Chips Manufacturing Plant of Nakoda Limited under the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process.The company’s Board of Directors unanimously approved a Letter of Intent dated March 11, 2026, confirming the acquisition under a slump sale. Nakoda Limited, based in Surat, was engaged in the manufacturing of Polyester Chips. The acquisition includes land and building measuring approximately 11,534 square meters...

Bluegod Entertainment Extends Rights Issue Closing Date Bluegod Entertainment Limited has extended the closing date for its rights issue to Friday, March 20, 2026. The rights issue initially opened on Thursday, March 12, 2026, and was previously scheduled to close on Thursday, March 19, 2026.The extension, approved by the Rights Issue Committee on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, aims to provide shareholders with additional time to exercise their rights in the offering. The deadline for submitting completed application forms (CAF) along with payment is now Friday, March 20, 2026.The terms of the Letter of Offer (LOF) and CAF, originally dated Saturday, February 28, 2026, remain unchanged, with the exception of the adjusted issue closing...

Kalind Ltd. Announces Resignation of Independent Director Kalind Ltd. announced on March 18, 2026, that Gaurav Luthra (DIN: 08023492) has resigned from his position as Independent Director, effective March 17, 2026. Luthra cited personal and professional considerations for his departure. Consequently, he has relinquished his role as Chairman/Member of all Committees he served on.According to a filing, Luthra's resignation was tendered on March 17, 2026. The company has acknowledged receipt of his resignation and will undertake the necessary filings with the Registrar of Companies and the Bombay Stock Exchange.In his resignation letter, Luthra noted the challenges presented by his location in Agra compared to the company's operations...

Mangalam Cement Receives Intimation of Share Transfers Among Promoters Mangalam Cement Limited announced that it received notifications from Rambara Trading Private Limited, AVA Trading and Consulting Private Limited, and Mignonette Creations Private Limited regarding the transfer of 10,00,000 equity shares. These transfers occurred as an inter-se transfer among promoters/promoter group members.Here's a breakdown of the share transfers:TransferorTransfereeNo. of Equity SharesAditya Birla Real Estate LimitedRambara Trading Private Limited4,80,000Aditya Birla Real Estate LimitedAVA Trading and Consulting Private Limited5,00,000Pilani Investment and Industries Corporation Ltd.Mignonette Creations Private Limited20,000The...

SMC Global Securities Limited Clarifies Trading Volume Increase SMC Global Securities Limited announced on March 18, 2026, that a review of recent trading volume fluctuations revealed no undisclosed material information influencing share price or volume. The announcement follows a letter dated March 16, 2026, concerning the volume increase.The company confirmed it is unaware of any further disclosures required under the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and that the observed trading activity appears to be driven by market factors. Business operations continue normally.SMC Global Securities Limited, with BSE Scrip Code 543263, reaffirmed its commitment to adhering to all applicable disclosure...

Magic Moments Vodka Sales Soar to 8 Million Cases, Solidifying India’s No.1 Position New Delhi, March 18, 2026 – Radico Khaitan Limited announced that its flagship brand, Magic Moments Vodka, has surpassed 8 million cases in sales this year, reinforcing its position as India’s No.1 vodka brand. The increase from 7.1 million cases last year underscores the brand's growing dominance and consumer engagement across markets.Magic Moments is India's largest premium vodka brand, holding approximately 60% of the Indian vodka market and ranking as the 6th largest vodka brand globally. The brand's momentum is largely attributed to its innovative flavor portfolio, particularly the "Flavours of India" range, with the recent Jamun SpicyMint...

Ashish S. Dandekar Creates Pledge of Equity Shares in Camlin Fine Sciences Ltd. Mumbai – March 18, 2026 – Ashish S. Dandekar has created pledges of equity shares in Camlin Fine Sciences Limited, according to disclosures made to the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited.The disclosures, filed on March 17, 2026, detail the creation of pledges undertaken to facilitate borrowing by the target company. Dandekar’s holdings represent 10.30% of the total share capital, equivalent to 1,97,78,510 shares.Here's a breakdown of the share pledges:EventShares Pledged (Number)% of Total Share CapitalEntity in FavorCreation34,75,0001.81%LRSD Securities Private LimitedCreation9,50,0000.49%BHN Capital...

ITI Limited Initiates Tender for Solar Module Manufacturing Line ITI Limited, a Government of India undertaking, has confirmed it is moving forward with plans to establish a solar module manufacturing line at its Naini Unit in Prayagraj. The company responded to a query from the BSE regarding a news report published on www.solarquarter.com.According to the clarification, ITI Limited is currently in the tendering and proposal stage for a project that could establish a manufacturing line with a capacity of 100 MW, 250 MW, or 500 MW. A previous attempt to initiate a similar tender in March 2025 was unsuccessful due to high bid rates.ITI Limited stated that the initiative is currently in the Request for Proposal (RFP) stage and does not...

Mangalam Industrial Finance Ltd. Reports Pledge Invocation of Promoter Shares Mangalam Industrial Finance Limited announced that Wardwizard Solutions India Private Limited, a promoter of the company, has triggered the invocation of a pledge over 90,00,00,000 equity shares. The invocation was initiated by DY Captive Projects LLP, acting as the pledgee, to secure a Loan Against Securities (Shares) facility.The transaction occurred on March 13, 2026.Here's a summary of the transaction details:Sr. NoName of Target CompanyName of LenderNumber of Equity SharesDate of TransactionType of Transaction1Mangalam Industrial Finance LimitedDY Captive Projects LLP9,00,00,000March 13, 2026Pledge InvocationWardwizard Solutions India...

Gujarat Industries Power Company Limited Appoints Head of Renewable Energy Business Vadodara, Gujarat, March 18, 2026 – Gujarat Industries Power Company Limited announced a change in leadership for its Renewable Energy business today. Effective March 18, 2026, Shri Jitendra Singh Ranawat has been designated as 'Head of Management' for the Renewable Energy Business and also serves as 'Factory Manager' for all Renewable Energy sites located in Gujarat.The appointment, made in accordance with SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, designates Ranawat to oversee the strategic direction and operational management of the company’s renewable energy initiatives.A profile for Shri Jitendra Singh Ranawat was...

Amrutanjan Health Care Limited Responds to News Item, Clarifies Madras High Court Order Amrutanjan Health Care Limited clarified on March 18, 2026, that negotiations regarding a previously reported matter were not ongoing. The company’s response follows a query from the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) and BSE Limited concerning a news item and trading activity.The news item referred to Writ Petition No. 35484 of 2005, which was recently decided by the Madras High Court. The company received a copy of the order late on March 17, 2026. According to Amrutanjan, the petition sought to declare a proviso to Section 34A(5) of the Tamil Nadu Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowment Act 1959 as illegal. The Madras High Court...

Starlight Trust Acquires 72.42% Stake in Hardcastle & Waud Manufacturing Company Ltd. Mumbai – Starlight Trust has acquired a 72.42% stake in Hardcastle & Waud Manufacturing Company Ltd. from Shri Achal Jatia, a promoter of the company. The acquisition was made under Regulation 29(1) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011.The transaction was undertaken following a SEBI exemption order dated February 26, 2026, with reference number WTM/KCV/CFD/23/2025-26, and a subsequent Corrigendum to the Exemption Order dated March 9, 2026, bearing reference number WTM/KCV/CFD/23A/2025-26.According to the filing, the aggregate shareholding of the promoter and promoter group...