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HDFC Asset Management Company Ltd. Schedules Board Meeting to Review FY26 Financial Results HDFC Asset Management Company Ltd. announced that a board meeting is scheduled for April 16, 2026, to review the company’s financial performance. The board will consider and approve audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and year ending March 31, 2026.During the meeting, the board will also consider a recommendation for a dividend for the financial year ending March 31, 2026. The results, along with auditor reports, will be submitted following SEBI regulations.Trading in shares of the company will be closed for designated individuals and their immediate relatives from April 1, 2026, to April 18, 2026, inclusive...

Shreekant Somany Acquires Additional Shares in Somany Ceramics Ltd. Somany Ceramics Ltd. announced that Shreekant Somany, a promoter of the company, has acquired additional equity shares. The acquisition was disclosed under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011.As of March 23, 2026, Somany acquired 4,500 shares, representing 0.01% of the company's total and diluted share capital. This acquisition increased Somany’s total holding to 1,27,945 shares, equivalent to 0.31% of the company's total and diluted share capital.Somany Ceramics Limited's total equity share capital stands at INR 8,20,25,612, divided into 4,10,12,806 equity shares of INR 2 each. The acquisition was made...

Padam Cotton Yarns Ltd. Sees Change in Substantial Shareholding Padam Cotton Yarns Ltd. announced a change in the substantial shareholding of RATHOD MANOJ CHHAGANLAL HUF on March 24, 2026, as reported to the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).According to the disclosure, RATHOD MANOJ CHHAGANLAL HUF acquired 351,037 shares, representing 1.53% of the total share/voting capital and 4.39% of the total diluted share/voting capital. The acquisition occurred through open market transactions on March 24, 2026.Prior to the acquisition, RATHOD MANOJ CHHAGANLAL HUF held 9,638,963 shares, representing 4.39% of the total share/voting capital. Following the acquisition, their holding decreased to 6,287,926 shares, reflecting 2.86% of the total...

Alka India Ltd. Enters Loan Agreement with Director Mumbai, March 24, 2026 – Alka India Ltd. announced today that it has entered into a loan agreement with Non-Executive Director Mr. Jatinbhai Ramanbhai Patel. The agreement, dated March 23, 2026, involves an unsecured loan of Rs. 100,00,00,000 (Rupees One Hundred Crores), which is convertible into equity shares at a later date.The loan was approved by the company’s board of directors on February 27, 2026, and subsequently ratified by shareholders in the Annual General Meeting held on March 23, 2026. The loan will be disbursed in tranches as mutually agreed through banking channels.Mr. Patel holds 2,50,000 shares, representing Rs. 2,50,000 (Rupees Two Lakhs Fifty Thousand Only) in...

Glen Industries Ltd. Promoter Group Acquires Shares Worth Rs. 9.23 Million Glen Industries Ltd. announced that Lalit Agrawal (HUF), a member of the Promoter Group, acquired 13,200 equity shares in the company on March 24, 2026. The acquisition totaled Rs. 9,22,884.00, with shares purchased at a price of Rs. 69.92 each.This transaction has increased the aggregate shareholding of the Promoter and Promoter Group from 73.32% to 73.37% of the company’s total paid-up equity share capital. The acquisition was conducted in compliance with the SEBI (Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2018, ensuring adherence to minimum public shareholding requirements. Source:

Somany Ceramics Ltd. Promoter Acquires Shares Somany Ceramics Ltd. announced that Shrivatsa Somany, a promoter of the company, has acquired shares in the open market on March 23, 2026.According to a regulatory filing, Somany acquired 4,000 shares, representing 0.01 percent of the company's total share/voting capital and 0.01 percent of the diluted share/voting capital.Prior to the acquisition, Somany held 1,22,027 shares, representing 0.30 percent of the company's total share/voting capital and 0.30 percent of the diluted share/voting capital.Following the acquisition, Somany now holds 1,26,027 shares, representing 0.31 percent of the company's total share/voting capital and 0.31 percent of the diluted share/voting capital...

Dhanashree Investments Acquires Shares in Seshasayee Paper and Boards Ltd Seshasayee Paper and Boards Ltd. announced that Dhanashree Investments Private Limited acquired 1,405 equity shares of the company on March 24, 2026, through open market purchases.According to a disclosure received by Seshasayee Paper and Boards Ltd., Dhanashree Investments, a promoter group entity, acquired the shares at a price of Rs. 250.44 per share. The acquisition was executed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE).Following the acquisition, Dhanashree Investments holds 3,014,695 shares, representing 4.7800% of the company’s total share/voting capital. Prior to the acquisition, Dhanashree Investments held 3,013,290 shares, equivalent to 4.7778% of the...

Abhishek Somany Acquires Additional Shares in Somany Ceramics Ltd. Abhishek Somany, a promoter of Somany Ceramics Limited, has disclosed an acquisition of shares in the company, according to a filing on March 24, 2026.Somany, residing at 32, Friends Colony (East), New Delhi, acquired 4,000 shares carrying voting rights, representing 0.01% of the total share/voting capital and 0.01% of the total diluted share/voting capital of Somany Ceramics Limited. The acquisition occurred on March 23, 2026, through an open market purchase.Prior to the acquisition, Somany held 27,342 shares, representing 0.07% of the total share/voting capital and 0.07% of the total diluted share/voting capital. Following the acquisition, his total holdings now...

Ester Industries Limited Cancels Proposed Share Transfer Ester Industries Limited announced the cancellation of a previously proposed inter-se transfer of shares among promoter and promoter group members. The decision, effective March 24, 2026, was made due to unforeseen circumstances.Previously, on March 18, 2026, a disclosure was made regarding the proposed transfer. The planned transfer involved Mr. Ayush Vardhan Singhania, a member of the promoter group, acquiring 124,858 equity shares carrying 0.13% voting rights via gift from Mr. Jai Vardhan Singhania, a fellow promoter group member. Fenton Investments Private Limited was also involved in a separate proposed acquisition of 84,000 equity shares carrying 0.08% voting rights from...

Ceigall India Limited Reports Cancellation of Infrastructure Tenders Ceigall India Limited (CIL) announced that Ceigall Infra Projects Private Limited (CIPPL), a wholly-owned subsidiary, has been informed of the cancellation of two tenders by the Punjab Infrastructure Development Board. The tenders, identified as 2026\_DOF\_158228\_2 and 2026\_DOF\_158211\_2, were for the construction and development of world-class urban streets in Ludhiana on a hybrid annuity model, Package 1 and Package 3, respectively.CIPPL had previously emerged as the L1 bidder for the projects with an aggregate bid cost of Rs. 207 Crores. The cancellations were attributed to administrative reasons and communicated to CIPPL via email on March 24, 2026.Here's a...

ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Ltd. Announces Resignation of Company Secretary ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India Ltd. announced the resignation of Ms. Muthulakshmi M from her position as Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, effective March 24, 2026.The resignation follows discussions with management regarding the transition of her responsibilities. Ms. Muthulakshmi M initially submitted her resignation letter on December 16, 2025, and subsequently extended the effective date to March 24, 2026. She had held the position since November 3, 2021.According to a filing, Ms. Muthulakshmi M cited personal reasons for her departure and confirmed that there are no material reasons for her resignation...

Metro Brands Limited Announces Departure of Independent Director Metro Brands Limited announced that Srikanth Velamakanni has stepped down as an Independent Director, effective at the close of business hours on March 24, 2026, following the completion of his term.The change in the company’s board composition was confirmed in a filing.Details regarding the director’s departure are summarized below:ParticularsDetailsDirector Name and DesignationSrikanth Velamakanni - Independent DirectorReason for ChangeCompletion of term as Independent DirectorDate of CessationMarch 24, 2026Brief ProfileNot ApplicableDisclosure of RelationshipsNot applicableSource:

PG Electroplast Limited Board Approves Director Reappointments and Key Managerial Personnel PG Electroplast Limited announced on March 24, 2026, that its Board of Directors approved the draft of a postal ballot notice to be sent to shareholders. The notice seeks shareholder approval for the reappointment of Mr. Ram Dayal Modi as an Independent Director for a second consecutive term of five years, effective May 26, 2026, with continuation after attaining the age of 75. Additionally, the Board approved the reappointment of Mrs. Ruchika Bansal as an Independent Director for a second consecutive term of five years, effective August 14, 2026.The Board meeting commenced at 4:15 P.M. and concluded at 5:30 P.M.Key Managerial Personnel...

PAE Ltd. Enters Loan Agreement with Director, Convertible to Equity PAE Ltd. announced on March 24, 2026, that it has entered into a loan agreement with Non-Executive Director Mr. Jatinbhai Ramanbhai Patel. The agreement, dated March 23, 2026, involves an unsecured loan of Rs. 100,00,00,000 (Rupees One Hundred Crores) which is convertible into equity shares at a later date. The board of directors approved the agreement on February 6, 2026, and shareholders approved it at the Annual General Meeting held on March 7, 2026.Mr. Patel holds 50,000 shares representing Rs. 500,000 (Rupees Five Lakhs) in the company, equating to a 5.00% stake in the equity share capital. The loan will be disbursed in tranches via banking channels.The...

Dhanlaxmi Bank Reaffirms Credit Rating on Base Tier II Bonds Dhanlaxmi Bank Ltd., established in 1927, announced on March 24, 2026, that ICRA has reaffirmed the rating of its Base Tier II Bonds as (ICRA) BBB(Stable). This reaffirmation is in accordance with the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The announcement was made to the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange of India. Yenkatesh .H, Company Secretary & Secretary to the Board, conveyed the information.Source:

Awfis Space Solutions Ltd. Updates Business Transfer Agreement New Delhi, March 24, 2026 – Awfis Space Solutions Ltd. announced an addendum to the Business Transfer Agreement (BTA) executed with Awfis Transform Private Limited (ATPL). This update follows previous disclosures dated November 11, 2025, December 23, 2025, January 23, 2026, and February 26, 2026.The addendum details the determination of the final consideration for the Business Undertaking, referred to as the Final Purchase Price. This determination will be based on an updated valuation report for the Business Undertaking, with a reference date coinciding with the Closing Date.The company will provide updates to the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) and BSE...

Accord Transformer & Switchgear Limited Appoints Auditors Accord Transformer & Switchgear Limited, formerly Accord Transformer & Switchgear Private Limited, announced the appointments of both an Internal Auditor and a Secretarial Auditor at a board meeting held on March 24, 2026. The meeting was conducted via video conferencing.The company appointed Mr. Ranjan Kumar Samal as Internal Auditor for the financial year 2025-2026. Mr. Samal brings over 28 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and financial management within the manufacturing and automobile sectors.Ms. Divya Rani, a Practicing Company Secretary, was appointed as Secretarial Auditor for the financial year 2025-2026. She holds Membership No. A64841 and CP No. 26426...

Classic Electrodes (India) Limited Increases Investment in HM Power and Cables Private Limited Classic Electrodes (India) Limited announced a further investment in HM Power and Cables Private Limited on March 24, 2026. The Board of Directors approved an investment of INR 46,00,000 for 4,60,000 equity shares, each with a face value of INR 10.This additional investment brings the total investment in HM Power and Cables Private Limited to INR 2,06,00,000, encompassing a total of 20,60,000 equity shares. HM Power and Cables Private Limited is a related party entity involved in the manufacturing of wires and cables. Further details regarding the acquisition and allotment of equity shares will be disclosed at a later date.Source:

Hindware Home Innovation Limited Exercises Put Option in Joint Venture Gurugram, India – March 24, 2026 – Hindware Home Innovation Limited announced today that it has exercised its put option concerning its shareholding in Hintastica Private Limited (HPL), a joint venture with Atlantic Société Française de Développement Thermique, France (Atlantic SFDT).The move was triggered by a notice from Atlantic SFDT regarding a proposed transaction that may lead to a change in control of Atlantic SFDT, as outlined in the Share Subscription and Shareholders' Agreement dated March 25, 2021.As of the date of the announcement, Hindware Home Innovation Limited holds 548,787 equity shares in HPL, representing an aggregate equity investment of INR...

GS Auto International Ltd. to Consider Fund Raising at Board Meeting GS Auto International Ltd. announced that a board meeting is scheduled for Monday, March 30, 2026, at Hotel Shivalikview in Chandigarh. The meeting will commence at 12:30 P.M.During the meeting, the board will discuss and potentially approve a proposal for fund raising through equity shares or other securities via a permissible mode. This action is subject to regulatory and statutory approvals as deemed appropriate by the board.Additionally, the board may address other matters with the permission of the chair.In accordance with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, the trading window for designated persons...