Let's catch up on the latest news from the stock market. From significant investments to major deals, order wins, acquisitions, appointments, and fund raising here’s a quick look at which stocks will be in focus in today's trade:
Shanti Gold International Q1 (YoY)
Profit zooms 174% to Rs 24.6 crore Vs Rs 9 crore
Revenue increases 22.1% to Rs 292.8 crore Vs Rs 239.8 crore
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Promoters Ashok Boob and Krishna Boob are likely to sell up to 24% stake in the company via block deals, with the offer size at Rs 2,626 crore and a floor price of Rs 1,030 per share, reports CNBC Awaaz quoting sources.
UltraTech Cement is set to sell 2.01 crore shares (6.49% stake) in India Cements via an Offer-for-Sale (OFS) on August 21–22. The floor price has been fixed at Rs 368 per share. The OFS will open for non-retail investors on August 21, and for retail investors on August 22.
The company has received a work order worth Rs 35 crore from Kerala State Information Technology Mission for the O&M of SDC project, and another order worth Rs 15.4 crore from the Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha.
Unlisted subsidiary Jupiter Tatravagonka Railwheel Factory has received a Letter of Intent (LOI) to supply 5,376 wheelsets for Vande Bharat Train, in an order worth Rs 215 crore.
The company has invested Rs 100 crore in subsidiary Exide Energy Solutions via a rights issue. This takes the total investment in the subsidiary to Rs 3,802.23 crore. There is no change in the company's shareholding percentage in the subsidiary post-investment.
P B Balaji has resigned as Non-Executive Non-Independent Director, effective August 20.
The Mumbai-based real estate developer has entered into an agreement to acquire 7% equity stake in Godrej Skyline Developers from an existing shareholder.
The pharma company has made several senior management appointments including Ajay Tandon as Head of Strategy and Corporate Development, Gaurav Kushwaha as Chief Technology Officer, Mrinal Kammili as Head of Translational and Clinical Research, Subhendu Kumar as Head of Chemistry, and Priyaranjan Pattanaik as Head of Biology. All appointees are part of the Executive Committee (Senior Management Personnel).
Fortis has signed a collaboration agreement with Ekana Group, Lucknow, for operations and management of a 550-bed greenfield super specialty hospital near Gomti Nagar, to be constructed by Ekana Group.
The Board has appointed Ismo Antero Haka as the new Chairman, replacing Achim Michael Braun. Ismo Antero Haka was serving as a Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director. Jan Niklas Persson has been appointed as an Additional Director (Non-Executive, Non-Independent). Achim Michael Braun has resigned as Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director and Chairman.
The company has completed UK-MHRA inspection for its Cephalosporin plant in Baddi, Himachal Pradesh, with no critical or major observations. The inspection was conducted from August 18–20.
The company has designated Vishnu R Dusad as Interim Chief Financial Officer, effective August 20, 2025. He is currently the Managing Director of the company.
The company is investing Rs 15 crore in equity shares of the National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX).
Meenaa Sharma has resigned from her roles as EVP – Special Projects, Chief People Officer, and Head – CSR, due to personal priorities and to pursue other career opportunities.
Step-down subsidiary Prabal Motors has executed a Business Transfer Agreement (BTA) to acquire BharatBenz dealership operations from Globe CV in Punjab.
The company has acquired 100% shareholding in four companies - Pharmachem Traders, Nirkon Industries, MRTC (India), and ASK Logistiek Solutio.
Subsidiary Crisil Irevna UK has approved the incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary named Crisil Canada Inc in Canada.
The company has completed acquisition of 23.03% stake in Thermax Bioenergy Solutions (TBSPL) from Everenviro Resource Management. TBSPL is now a wholly owned subsidiary.
The Board will meet on August 25 to consider issuing non-convertible debentures (NCDs) worth up to Rs 2,500 crore.
The company has appointed Ernst & Young LLP as its strategic advisory and growth partner for a three-year transformation program, focusing on governance, digital infrastructure, and business scalability.
The company has appointed Saikot Das as Chief Brand & Strategy Officer, effective August 19.
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CAMS has received a no-objection letter from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to transfer its online payment aggregator activities to its subsidiary CAMS Payment Services (CAMSPAY). Following the transfer, CAMS will voluntarily surrender its Certificate of Authorisation to the RBI.
PTC India Financial Services has executed definitive agreements with Enviro Infra’s subsidiary EIE Renewables for the transfer of management of Vento Power Infra. The Letter of Intent was issued in June 2025 for resolution of Rs 115.6 crore debt via a change in management process.
The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Allahabad, has approved the resolution plan submitted by the company for Himalayan Mineral Waters, under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) process.
Subsidiary SIF Saudi Arabia Company has entered a 10-year land lease agreement with the Saudi Industrial Authority for setting up a foundry and manufacturing unit in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The company has been declared L-1 bidder by Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation (KPTCL) for setting up a 150 MW / 300 MWh standalone battery energy storage system at the 400kV Doni Substation (220kV Voltage level) in Gadag, Karnataka.
The company has received a long-term supply order for transmission gears for premium motorcycles from a globally renowned Indian manufacturer.
Bulk Deals
The Growth Fund of America and American Funds Fundamental Investors, managed by Capital Group, acquired 5 lakh shares in Shaily at Rs 1,925 per share, and 2,68,179 shares at Rs 1,924.78 per share, respectively, totaling Rs 147.9 crore. Meanwhile, Lighthouse India Fund III, managed by Lighthouse Funds, sold 5 lakh shares at Rs 1,925 per share, valued at Rs 96.25 crore.
Axis Mutual Fund acquired 13.92 lakh shares (0.998% stake) at Rs 660 per share from promoter Basavalinga Sadasivaiah Ajaikumar, for Rs 91.87 crore.
Motilal Oswal Finvest, part of Motilal Oswal Financial Services, sold 15,000 shares (0.56% stake) at Rs 161.45 per share. As of June 2025, it held 1.86% stake in the company.
Isquare Global PE Fund acquired 7,29,449 shares (1.8% stake) in Sampann at Rs 32.4 per share from Davos International Fund, which thereby exited its investment.
ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund acquired 41,51,351 shares (0.95% stake) at Rs 370 per share from promoter Chittilappilly Thomas Kochuouseph, in a deal worth Rs 153.6 crore.
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