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Hero MotoCorp is currently trading at Rs 5,250.40, up by Rs 20.40 or 0.39% from its previous close of Rs 5,230.00 on the BSE.

The stock opened at Rs 5,225.05 and touched an intraday high and low of Rs 5,274.65 and Rs 5,205.65, respectively. A total of 3,439 shares have been traded on the counter so far.

The BSE Group 'A' stock, with a face value of Rs 2, recorded its 52-week high of Rs 6,390.00 on December 5, 2025, and its 52-week low of Rs 4,671.55 on June 30, 2026.

Over the past week, the stock touched a high of Rs 5,274.65 and a low of Rs 4,891.10. The company's current market capitalisation stands at Rs 1,04,907.02 crore.

The promoters hold a 34.73% stake in the company, while institutional and non-institutional investors hold 55.44% and 9.83%, respectively.

Hero MotoCorp Strengthens Premium Motorcycle Portfolio with Two New Launches

Hero MotoCorp has launched the all-new Xtreme 160R 4V and the refreshed Xtreme 250R, strengthening its premium motorcycle portfolio with updated styling, performance enhancements and advanced rider-focused technology.

The twin launch marks a significant step in the company's premiumisation strategy. While the all-new Xtreme 160R 4V features a comprehensive redesign and new technology, the refreshed Xtreme 250R builds on its performance credentials with enhanced equipment, refined detailing and improved riding versatility.

Together, the two motorcycles reflect Hero MotoCorp's focus on developing aspirational, technology-driven products and expanding its presence in the premium motorcycle segment.

Xtreme 160R 4V: Variants and Pricing

The all-new Xtreme 160R 4V is available in three variants at special introductory prices:

• Standard: Rs 1,27,000

• Pro: Rs 1,37,000

• Carbon: Rs 1,41,000

All prices are ex-showroom, Delhi. The motorcycle will be available through Hero MotoCorp and Hero Premia dealerships across the country.

Refreshed Xtreme 250R: Pricing and Colours

The refreshed Xtreme 250R has been introduced in three colour options: Carbon Red, Carbon White and Carbon Black.

The motorcycle is available at a special introductory price of Rs 1,98,000 (ex-showroom, Delhi) and will be sold through Hero Premia dealerships across India.

Bookings for both motorcycles open on October 17, 2026, while deliveries are scheduled to commence on November 1, 2026.

Hero MotoCorp is the world's largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters.

Refex Industries has secured a rate contract worth Rs 32.44 crore, including GST, from a Maharatna public sector undertaking (PSU) under the Ministry of Power for ash transportation services. The contract covers ash excavation, loading, transportation and unloading from dykes.

The contract will remain valid for one year and may be extended by an additional six months.

Stock Market Update

Refex Industries is currently trading at Rs 257.40 on the BSE, up by Rs 0.45 or 0.18% from its previous close of Rs 256.95.

The stock opened at Rs 254.05 and touched an intraday high of Rs 259.35 and a low of Rs 254.05. A total of 6,161 shares have been traded on the counter so far.

The BSE Group 'A' stock, with a face value of Rs 2 per share, recorded a 52-week high of Rs 382.05 on November 6, 2025, and a 52-week low of Rs 188.00 on March 23, 2026.

Over the past week, the stock recorded a high of Rs 274.15 and a low of Rs 249.90. The company's current market capitalisation stands at Rs 3,540.50 crore.

Shareholding Pattern

The promoters hold a 56.57% stake in the company, while institutional investors hold 1.31% and non-institutional investors hold 42.13%.

About Refex Industries

Refex Industries operates in the ash and coal handling business, solar power generation and related activities, the sale of services, and solar module trading.

The latest contract reinforces the company's presence in ash handling and transportation services for the power sector.

DLF shares are currently trading at RS 678.80 on the BSE, up RS 4.80 or 0.71% from the previous closing price of RS 674.00.

The stock opened at RS 683.00 and touched an intraday high of RS 685.70 and a low of RS 674.90. A total of 4,756 shares have been traded so far.

The BSE Group 'A' stock has a face value of RS 2. It recorded a 52-week high of RS 786.40 on October 29, 2025, and a 52-week low of RS 489.30 on April 2, 2026.

During the past week, the stock traded between RS 643.30 and RS 685.70. The company's current market capitalization stands at RS 166,836.01 crore.

The promoters hold a 74.08% stake in DLF, while institutional investors hold 20.49% and non-institutional investors hold the remaining 5.43%.

Q2FY27 Standalone Financial Performance

DLF reported a 20.96% year-on-year decline in standalone net profit to RS 800.32 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2026 (Q2FY27), compared with RS 1,012.51 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year.

Standalone total income also declined by 12.40% year-on-year to RS 1,386.19 crore during the quarter, compared with RS 1,582.39 crore in the same period last year.

Consolidated Q2 Results Record Growth

On a consolidated basis, DLF reported a 10.28% year-on-year increase in net profit to RS 1,301.35 crore in Q2FY27, compared with RS 1,180.09 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.

Consolidated total income increased by 1.57% to RS 2,297.30 crore during the quarter, compared with RS 2,261.80 crore in the year-ago period.

Key Takeaway

DLF delivered mixed financial results in Q2FY27. While standalone net profit and total income declined year-on-year, the company recorded growth in both consolidated net profit and consolidated total income. Meanwhile, DLF shares gained 0.71% on the BSE, trading at RS 678.80.

Oil India shares were trading at RS 449.40 on the BSE, up by RS 3.00 or 0.67% from the previous closing price of RS 446.40.

The stock opened at RS 447.55 and touched an intraday high of RS 450.70 and a low of RS 445.20. A total of 10,618 shares were traded on the counter so far.

The BSE Group 'A' stock, with a face value of RS 10, recorded a 52-week high of RS 531.00 on May 14, 2026, and a 52-week low of RS 395.75 on December 10, 2025.

Over the past week, the stock touched a high of RS 452.00 and a low of RS 440.35. The company's current market capitalisation stands at RS 73,311.21 crore.

The promoters hold a 56.66% stake in the company, while institutional and non-institutional investors hold 37.29% and 6.06%, respectively.

In a significant step towards diversifying its energy portfolio, Oil India signed a Revenue Sharing Contract (RSC) on October 15, 2026, for the Special Coal Bed Methane (CBM) Block SR-ONHP-(CBM)-2026/1.

Spread across 272.14 square kilometres in the Singrauli Coalfield region, the block offers promising geological prospects. The expected coal seam depths range from 600 to 800 metres, with an average seam thickness of approximately 40 metres.

Oil India is engaged in the exploration, development and production of crude oil, natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and condensate. The company also provides pipeline transportation services and is involved in renewable energy generation.

GRE Renew Enertech is currently trading at Rate RS 247.00, up by Rate RS 14.85 or 6.40% from its previous closing price of Rate RS 232.15 on the BSE.

The stock opened at Rate RS 278.55, which is also its intraday high, and touched a low of Rate RS 233.00. A total of 7,200 shares have been traded on the counter so far.

The BSE Group 'M' stock, with a face value of Rate RS 10, has recorded a 52-week high of Rate RS 278.55 on September 19, 2026, and a 52-week low of Rate RS 77.50 on March 4, 2026.

Over the past week, the stock has traded between a high of Rate RS 278.55 and a low of Rate RS 217.25. The company's current market capitalisation stands at Rate RS 332.91 crore.

The promoter shareholding in the company stands at 68.59%, while institutional investors hold 5.72% and non-institutional investors hold the remaining 25.69%.

GRE Renew Enertech Secures Orders Worth Rate RS 18.67 Crore

GRE Renew Enertech has secured orders worth approximately Rate RS 18.67 crore, inclusive of applicable GST, during the period from October 1, 2026, to October 15, 2026.

The company has received an order worth approximately Rate RS 80.88 lakh for the development of a 300 KW (DC)/250 KW (AC) grid-connected rooftop solar power plant. It has also secured another order worth approximately Rate RS 62.93 lakh for the development of a 220 KW grid-connected rooftop solar power plant. Both projects are scheduled to be executed within approximately three months.

Additionally, the company has secured a major order worth approximately Rate RS 17.23 crore for the design, engineering, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of a 5,503.68 kWp (DC)/4,000 kW (AC) grid-connected, ground-mounted seasonal-tilt solar power plant under the captive scheme. The project is expected to be completed within approximately six months.

About GRE Renew Enertech

GRE Renew Enertech is an emerging player in the rooftop and ground-mounted solar solutions segment. The company specialises in providing solar energy solutions to industrial and commercial customers.

Shares of Jio Financial Services Ltd were trading at Rate RS 216.60 on the BSE, down by Rate RS 2.15, or 0.98%, from the previous close of Rate RS 218.75.

The stock opened at Rate RS 216.20 and touched an intraday high of Rate RS 218.65 and a low of Rate RS 213.05. A total of 875,712 shares had been traded on the counter so far.

The BSE Group 'A' stock, with a face value of Rate RS 10, recorded a 52-week high of Rate RS 316.65 on November 17, 2025, and a 52-week low of Rate RS 208.50 on October 1, 2026.

Over the past week, the stock touched a high of Rate RS 221.40 and a low of Rate RS 212.50. The company's current market capitalisation stood at Rate RS 143,090.08 crore.

The company's shareholding pattern showed promoter holdings at 49.13%, while institutional and non-institutional investors held 24.72% and 26.16%, respectively.

Standalone Q2 Net Profit Rises 26.05%

Jio Financial Services reported a 26.05% year-on-year increase in standalone net profit to Rate RS 575.34 crore for the second quarter ended September 30, 2026 (Q2FY27), compared with Rate RS 456.45 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.

Standalone total income increased by 25.50% to Rate RS 677.72 crore in Q2FY27, up from Rate RS 540.02 crore in the year-ago quarter.

Consolidated Net Profit Declines 51.02%

On a consolidated basis, the company's net profit declined by 51.02% year-on-year to Rate RS 340.44 crore in Q2FY27, compared with Rate RS 695.04 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.

However, consolidated total income rose by 69.53% to Rate RS 1,699.41 crore during the quarter, compared with Rate RS 1,002.40 crore in the same period last year.

Shares of Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) were trading at Rate RS 200.60, up by Rate RS 4.10 or 2.09% from the previous closing price of Rate RS 196.50 on the BSE.

The stock opened at Rate RS 197.00 and touched an intraday high of Rate RS 201.85 and a low of Rate RS 194.75. A total of 238,658 shares had been traded on the counter so far.

The BSE Group 'A' stock, with a face value of Rate RS 10, recorded a 52-week high of Rate RS 400.90 on December 29, 2025, and a 52-week low of Rate RS 187.00 on October 8, 2026.

Over the past week, the stock's high and low stood at Rate RS 201.85 and Rate RS 191.15, respectively. The company's current market capitalisation stood at Rate RS 41,929.75 crore.

The shareholding pattern showed that promoters held a 72.84% stake in the company, while institutional and non-institutional investors held 9.02% and 18.14%, respectively.

RVNL Signs MoU with DVC for Railway Infrastructure Development

Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) to collaborate on the development, upgradation, renovation and construction of railway infrastructure and connectivity to DVC's power plants and captive coal mining areas.

The proposed collaboration also covers associated Rapid Loading Systems (RLS), Coal Handling Plants (CHP), silos and retractable overhead electrification (OHE) systems. The agreement aims to facilitate railway connectivity and related infrastructure development for DVC's operational requirements.

About Rail Vikas Nigam Limited

Rail Vikas Nigam Limited operates as an extended arm of the Ministry of Railways. The company undertakes a wide range of railway infrastructure projects, including new railway lines, doubling of existing lines, gauge conversion, railway electrification, metro projects, workshops, major bridges, cable-stayed bridges and institutional buildings.

The India Cements is currently trading at RS 303.35, up by RS 6.15 or 2.07% from its previous closing price of RS 297.20 on the BSE.

The stock opened at RS 293.50 and touched an intraday high of RS 303.75 and a low of RS 293.50. A total of 5,007 shares have been traded on the counter so far.

The BSE Group 'A' stock, with a face value of RS 10, recorded a 52-week high of RS 489.65 on January 19, 2026, and a 52-week low of RS 287.60 on October 5, 2026.

Over the past week, the stock touched a high of RS 306.90 and a low of RS 293.05. The company's current market capitalisation stands at RS 9,324.81 crore.

The promoters hold a 75.00% stake in the company, while institutional and non-institutional investors hold 15.85% and 9.15%, respectively.

India Cements to Acquire 3.62% Stake in Zenataris Renewable Energy

India Cements has entered into an Energy Supply Agreement and a Share Subscription and Shareholders Agreement to acquire a 3.62% equity stake in Zenataris Renewable Energy, a company engaged in the generation and transmission of renewable energy.

The proposed acquisition aims to meet the company's green energy requirements, optimise energy costs and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements governing captive power consumption under electricity laws.

The acquisition is expected to be completed within 120 days from the execution of the Energy Supply Agreement and the Share Subscription and Shareholders Agreement.

India Cements is engaged in the manufacture of cement and related products designed to help customers build durable, cost-effective structures that support modern lifestyles.

Omaxe is currently trading at Rate RS 113.45, up by Rate RS 5.00 or 4.61% from its previous closing price of Rate RS 108.45 on the BSE.

The stock opened at Rate RS 105.55 and touched an intraday high and low of Rate RS 119.25 and Rate RS 104.15, respectively. A total of 85,526 shares have been traded on the counter so far.

The BSE Group 'B' stock, with a face value of Rate RS 10, recorded its 52-week high of Rate RS 139.00 on September 4, 2026, and its 52-week low of Rate RS 62.85 on December 9, 2025.

Over the last week, the stock has touched a high of Rate RS 119.25 and a low of Rate RS 98.05. The company's current market capitalisation stands at Rate RS 2,087.81 crore.

The promoters hold a 74.14% stake in the company, while institutional and non-institutional investors hold 6.73% and 19.13%, respectively.

Omaxe Partners with Carnation Hotels for 10 Hospitality Projects

Omaxe has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Carnation Hotels, a wholly owned subsidiary of Lemon Tree Hotels, for the operation of 10 hotel projects across India, comprising approximately 4,000 keys.

The operating arrangement marks a significant milestone in the execution of Omaxe's Rate RS 6,200 crore hospitality expansion plan, announced in June 2026. The plan envisages the development of 19 hotels across five states.

The 10 hotel projects involve an estimated investment of around Rate RS 4,000 crore and are spread across Lucknow, Vrindavan, Amausi, Ghaziabad, Greater Noida, Amritsar, Kaushambi and Faridabad.

The portfolio includes hospitality developments at transit hubs, pilgrimage destinations and commercial locations. This reflects Omaxe's strategy of integrating hospitality projects with its broader real estate and urban development portfolio.

The properties will operate under Lemon Tree Hotels' brand portfolio and cater to various hospitality segments. The development and commissioning timelines are expected to range from nine months to five years, depending on the nature and requirements of individual projects.

About Omaxe

Omaxe is one of India's established real estate companies, engaged in developing residential, commercial and retail properties. The company continues to expand its presence in the hospitality sector as part of its broader real estate development strategy.

Milky Mist Dairy Food shares advanced on the BSE, trading at Rs 311.50, up Rs 8.90 or 2.94% from the previous closing price of Rs 302.60.

The stock opened at Rs 296.60 during the trading session and moved between an intraday low of Rs 287.50 and a high of Rs 312.00. A total of 194,744 shares had been traded on the counter.

The company's stock, listed under the BSE 'T' group with a face value of Rs 2 per share, recorded a 52-week high of Rs 345.00 on October 8, 2026, and a 52-week low of Rs 165.00 on August 18, 2026. Over the past week, the stock traded within a range of Rs 287.50 to Rs 335.00. The company's market capitalisation stood at Rs 23,857.45 crore.

Regarding shareholding, promoters held a 79.51% stake in the company, while institutional investors owned 7.92%. Non-institutional investors accounted for the remaining 12.56%.

Milky Mist Expands Protein Dairy Portfolio with New Product Launch

Milky Mist Dairy Food introduced its new product, Milky Mist High Protein Milk in a 250 ml pack, on October 15, 2026. The product has been developed to meet the needs of consumers looking to increase their daily protein consumption.

Initially, the product is being distributed across the domestic market through selected trade channels. The company plans to gradually expand its distribution network. This launch represents another step in Milky Mist's strategy to strengthen its value-added dairy offerings, particularly within the protein-focused product segment.

About Milky Mist Dairy Food

Milky Mist Dairy Food operates in the dairy industry, covering milk procurement, processing and the manufacturing of a wide range of dairy products. Its portfolio includes paneer, cheese, curd, butter, ghee, fresh cream, milk powder, flavoured milk and lassi, which are marketed under the Milky Mist brand.