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Power Grid Corporation of India shares were trading at RS 282.35, gaining 1.20 points (0.43%) compared to the previous closing price of RS 281.15 on the BSE.

The stock opened at RS 283.00 and moved between an intraday high of RS 283.80 and a low of RS 281.40. Around 540,444 shares had changed hands during the session.

Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has recorded a high of RS 324.80 on April 27, 2026, and a low of RS 250.05 on February 2, 2026. During the last week, it traded within the range of RS 279.30 to RS 287.95. The company currently commands a market capitalization of approximately RS 262,091.02 crore.

The shareholding pattern shows promoters holding 51.34% of the company, while institutional investors own 45.14% and non-institutional investors hold 3.50%.

In a significant business development, Power Grid Corporation of India has emerged as the successful bidder under the Tariff Based Competitive Bidding (TBCB) process for an Inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) project titled "Augmentation at Bhadla-III, Ramgarh PS and Kanpur (PG)". The project will be implemented on a Build, Own, Operate and Transfer (BOOT) basis.

The company received the Letter of Intent (LoI) on July 9, 2026. The scope of the project includes augmentation and bay extension works at Bhadla-III Substation and Ramgarh Substation in Rajasthan, along with Kanpur Substation in Uttar Pradesh.

Power Grid Corporation of India is a leading government-owned power transmission company headquartered in Gurgaon, India, and plays a key role in developing and operating the country's interstate electricity transmission network.

Havells India shares traded higher on Friday, gaining 0.67% to RS 1,199.50, compared with the previous closing price of RS 1,191.50 on the BSE.

The stock opened at RS 1,205.00 and moved between an intraday high of RS 1,211.00 and a low of RS 1,177.00. Around 105,333 shares had changed hands during the session.

Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has recorded a high of RS 1,622.70 (September 17, 2025) and a low of RS 1,123.85 (June 2, 2026). During the last week, it traded within the range of RS 1,175.75 to RS 1,234.20. The company currently commands a market capitalization of approximately RS 75,159.92 crore. Promoters own 59.38% of the company, while institutional and non-institutional investors hold 34.67% and 5.96%, respectively.

In a significant move to strengthen its presence in the clean energy sector, Havells India has announced a strategic collaboration with Pixii AS, a Norway-based specialist in energy storage technology. The partnership aims to develop advanced Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) designed specifically for the Indian market.

The collaboration will combine Havells' manufacturing capabilities, extensive distribution network, and market expertise with Pixii's globally recognized modular energy storage technology. Together, the companies plan to deliver reliable, scalable, and efficient battery storage solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial customers, supporting India's transition toward cleaner energy.

The partnership will be implemented in phases, beginning with pilot projects to evaluate market demand and validate commercial opportunities. The companies will also jointly develop integrated energy storage solutions before expanding into local manufacturing in India and creating products customized for domestic customer requirements.

Havells India is one of the country's leading fast-moving electrical goods (FMEG) companies, offering a broad portfolio that includes switchgear, cables and wires, motors, fans, lighting products, modular switches, and other electrical solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial applications.

RailTel Corporation of India shares gained over 2% in Friday's trading after the company announced a new government contract worth RS 18.53 crore (including taxes) from the Information Technology and Electronics Department, Uttar Pradesh.

The contract involves the supply, installation, commissioning, training, and support for Atal Tinkering Labs (ATL) in schools under the Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Department. The project also covers the design, setup, and maintenance of educational and vocational laboratories, along with the installation of hardware and training programs for teachers and staff. The company is expected to complete the project by November 17, 2027.

On the BSE, RailTel's stock was trading at RS 310.05, up RS 7.05 or 2.33% from its previous close of RS 303.00. The stock opened at RS 303.55 and touched an intraday high of RS 313.25, while the day's low remained at RS 303.55. Around 60,765 shares had changed hands during the session.

The company currently has a market capitalization of approximately RS 9,977.98 crore. RailTel's promoter holding stands at 72.84%, while institutional investors own 4.71% and non-institutional investors hold 22.45% of the company's equity.

Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has touched a high of RS 425.50 and a low of RS 244.95. During the last week, it traded in the range of RS 297.05 to RS 313.60.

RailTel Corporation of India is a leading ICT infrastructure provider and one of India's largest neutral telecom infrastructure companies, offering nationwide connectivity and digital infrastructure solutions.

Apollo Micro Systems shares traded higher on Friday after the company announced the acquisition of a 41.33% promoter stake in Premier Explosives through an all-cash deal valued at approximately RS 1,550 crore.

The stock was trading at RS 409.90, up RS 11.30 or 2.83% from its previous close of RS 398.60 on the BSE. During the session, the stock opened at RS 413.00 and moved between an intraday high of RS 417.90 and a low of RS 403.75. Around 10.87 lakh shares had changed hands on the exchange.

Apollo Micro Systems' RS 1 face value stock has recorded a 52-week high of RS 466.70 on July 3, 2026, and a 52-week low of RS 162.25 on July 28, 2025. Over the past week, the stock traded within a range of RS 387.30 to RS 461.00. The company's current market capitalization stands at approximately RS 14,645.95 crore.

The company's shareholding pattern shows promoters owning 51.98%, while institutional investors hold 5.45% and non-institutional investors account for 42.58%.

As part of its strategic expansion, Apollo Micro Systems has signed a definitive share purchase agreement with Premier Explosives to acquire the promoters' 41.33% stake. The transaction, expected to be completed by the third quarter (December) of 2026, remains subject to regulatory approvals, shareholder consent, and other customary closing conditions.

Following the completion of the acquisition, Premier Explosives will continue operating under its existing brand while becoming a part of the Apollo Micro Systems group. The combination is expected to strengthen capabilities in defence systems, energetic materials, research and development, and expand opportunities across defence and space programs.

Apollo Micro Systems specializes in providing customized Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) solutions designed to meet the specific requirements of defence and space sector customers.

JSW Steel shares traded higher on Thursday, rising 0.77% to RS 1228.75 on the BSE, compared to the previous closing price of RS 1219.40. The stock opened at RS 1227.30 and moved within an intraday range of RS 1221.00 to RS 1231.55. Around 11,838 shares had changed hands during the session.

The company’s stock has recorded a 52-week high of RS 1327.35 and a 52-week low of RS 1017.75. Over the past week, the share price has fluctuated between RS 1212.70 and RS 1252.20. JSW Steel currently has a market capitalization of approximately RS 299837.11 crore. Promoters own 45.32% of the company, while institutional investors hold 37.04% and non-institutional investors account for the remaining 17.64%.

JSW Steel posted consolidated crude steel production of 6.59 million tonnes during the first quarter of FY2026-27, reflecting a 3% year-on-year increase from 6.38 million tonnes in the same quarter of the previous fiscal. The company’s Indian operations contributed 6.35 million tonnes, up 3% from 6.14 million tonnes a year ago, while its Ohio-based US facility produced 0.24 million tonnes during the quarter.

The company stated that Blast Furnace 3 at its Vijayanagar plant resumed hot metal production on June 23, 2026, after undergoing a capacity expansion shutdown. The temporary shutdown impacted overall production growth during the quarter. Excluding the effect of this shutdown, crude steel output increased by nearly 15% year-on-year, supported by the full ramp-up of JVML operations and improved capacity utilisation at the Dolvi facility. Indian operations achieved an operational capacity utilisation of approximately 94% during the quarter, excluding the temporarily unavailable BF3 capacity.

JSW Steel is among India's leading steel producers, manufacturing crude steel along with long and flat steel products through its production facilities in Karnataka and Maharashtra.

JSW Steel shares traded higher on Thursday, rising 0.77% to RS 1228.75 on the BSE, compared to the previous closing price of RS 1219.40. The stock opened at RS 1227.30 and moved within an intraday range of RS 1221.00 to RS 1231.55. Around 11,838 shares had changed hands during the session.

The company’s stock has recorded a 52-week high of RS 1327.35 and a 52-week low of RS 1017.75. Over the past week, the share price has fluctuated between RS 1212.70 and RS 1252.20. JSW Steel currently has a market capitalization of approximately RS 299837.11 crore. Promoters own 45.32% of the company, while institutional investors hold 37.04% and non-institutional investors account for the remaining 17.64%.

JSW Steel posted consolidated crude steel production of 6.59 million tonnes during the first quarter of FY2026-27, reflecting a 3% year-on-year increase from 6.38 million tonnes in the same quarter of the previous fiscal. The company’s Indian operations contributed 6.35 million tonnes, up 3% from 6.14 million tonnes a year ago, while its Ohio-based US facility produced 0.24 million tonnes during the quarter.

The company stated that Blast Furnace 3 at its Vijayanagar plant resumed hot metal production on June 23, 2026, after undergoing a capacity expansion shutdown. The temporary shutdown impacted overall production growth during the quarter. Excluding the effect of this shutdown, crude steel output increased by nearly 15% year-on-year, supported by the full ramp-up of JVML operations and improved capacity utilisation at the Dolvi facility. Indian operations achieved an operational capacity utilisation of approximately 94% during the quarter, excluding the temporarily unavailable BF3 capacity.

JSW Steel is among India's leading steel producers, manufacturing crude steel along with long and flat steel products through its production facilities in Karnataka and Maharashtra.

Ravindra Energy shares gained momentum during Thursday's trading session, supported by a major development from its associate company, Energy In Motion (EIM). The stock was trading at RS 182.70, higher by RS 2.75 or 1.53% compared to its previous close of RS 179.95 on the BSE.

The stock opened at RS 181.80 and moved between an intraday low of RS 180.60 and a fresh 52-week high of RS 196.20. Around 2.58 lakh shares had changed hands during the session. The company's current market capitalization stands at approximately RS 3,651.32 crore.

The company has a promoter holding of 63.66%, while institutional investors own 4.79% and non-institutional investors hold 31.55% of the equity.

In a significant business development, EIM has entered into a Letter of Agreement (LoA) with Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. (CATL) to source advanced Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery cells and battery pack kits for the Indian market.

As part of the agreement, CATL will supply 0.5 GWh (500 MWh) of upgraded CB7T0 LFP cells along with the L324D06 battery pack platform. These next-generation battery systems offer improved cycle life and greater energy density compared to the earlier CB230 cells previously used by EIM. The battery packs will power 400.6 kWh systems designed for EIM's Ashwa Series 4x2 electric tractors.

EIM will become the first customer in India to deploy CATL's latest battery technology. The battery packs will be integrated into specially engineered swappable battery boxes designed to perform efficiently under India's high-temperature operating conditions.

The company is also expanding its electric heavy commercial vehicle ecosystem by developing megawatt-scale charging and battery-swapping infrastructure across the country. Following the launch of its Ashwa 55-ton electric tractor in August 2025, EIM has already established six heavy-duty battery swap stations across the Delhi-NCR region and the JNPA port area, capable of handling 840 battery swaps per day. The company plans to increase this network to **40 operational charging and battery-swapping stations by March 2027.

CATL remains the world's largest battery manufacturer, accounting for 39.2% of the global power battery market in 2025, with an estimated market valuation of around $280 billion.

Ravindra Energy continues to strengthen its presence in the renewable energy sector while expanding its exposure to the rapidly growing electric commercial vehicle market through its strategic investments and partnerships.

Shares of NLC India traded higher on Thursday, supported by the company's announcement of a strategic joint venture with National Aluminium Company (NALCO) to establish a large captive thermal power project in Odisha.

The stock was trading at RS 301.00, registering a gain of RS 6.90, or 2.35%, compared to its previous closing price of RS 294.10 on the BSE. During the session, the stock opened at RS 298.90, touched an intraday high of RS 304.85, and slipped to a low of RS 295.25. Around 84,460 shares had changed hands on the exchange.

The company’s equity shares, carrying a face value of RS 10, have recorded a 52-week high of RS 387.70 on May 14, 2026, and a 52-week low of RS 222.55 on July 11, 2025. Over the past week, the stock has traded within a range of RS 292.00 to RS 317.80. The company's current market capitalization stands at approximately RS 41,737.76 crore.

As per the latest shareholding pattern, promoters hold 72.20% of the company's equity, while institutional investors own 21.90% and non-institutional investors account for 5.91%.

In a significant development, NLC India and National Aluminium Company (NALCO), a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Mines, have entered into a Joint Venture Agreement to develop a 1,080 MW (4 x 270 MW) coal-based captive thermal power plant at Angul, Odisha.

The new joint venture will be formed with an equal 50:50 equity participation by both companies. The venture will be responsible for financing, constructing, owning, and operating the power plant, which is expected to provide a dependable long-term electricity supply for NALCO's expansion plans.

NLC India is a Navratna public sector enterprise operating under the Ministry of Coal. The company is engaged in lignite and coal mining, conventional and renewable power generation, and consultancy services across the energy sector.

TVS Motor Company shares were trading higher on Thursday, rising 0.84% to RS 3,667.60, an increase of RS 30.40 from the previous closing price of RS 3,637.20 on the BSE.

The stock opened at RS 3,676.70 and moved between an intraday high of RS 3,697.85 and a low of RS 3,652.90. Around 4,597 shares had changed hands during the trading session.

The company’s stock, with a face value of RS 1, recorded a 52-week high of RS 3,970.00 on February 26, 2026, and a 52-week low of RS 2,730.00 on July 25, 2025. Over the past week, the share traded in the range of RS 3,604.45 to RS 3,775.95. TVS Motor currently commands a market capitalization of approximately RS 1,74,242.95 crore.

Shareholding data shows promoters owning 50.27% of the company, while institutional investors hold 41.40% and non-institutional investors account for the remaining 8.33%.

In a significant business development, TVS Motor has announced a strategic collaboration with Indian Oil Corporation (IndianOil) to promote sustainable last-mile delivery of LPG cylinders across India. The partnership aims to encourage the deployment of TVS King Kargo HD vehicles through IndianOil's extensive network of more than 13,000 LPG distributors.

The initiative is expected to improve delivery efficiency while lowering operating costs and reducing carbon emissions. By integrating cleaner commercial mobility solutions into LPG distribution, both companies seek to support India's transition toward environmentally friendly transportation and align with the government's clean mobility initiatives.

The alliance combines TVS Motor's expertise in commercial vehicle manufacturing with IndianOil's nationwide distribution infrastructure, paving the way for a more efficient and sustainable LPG delivery ecosystem.

TVS Motor Company is one of the world's leading manufacturers of two-wheelers and three-wheelers, with advanced manufacturing facilities in India and Indonesia, and continues to focus on innovation and sustainable mobility solutions.

SpiceJet shares traded higher on Thursday, gaining nearly 1% in early trade after the airline reported a significant improvement in its passenger load factor (PLF) for May 2026.

The stock was trading at RS 11.29, up 0.98% or RS 0.11 from its previous close of RS 11.18 on the BSE. It opened at RS 11.18 and moved within an intraday range of RS 11.18 to RS 11.35. Around 603,386 shares had changed hands during the session.

The company’s stock, with a face value of RS 10, has recorded a 52-week high of RS 40.85 and a 52-week low of RS 9.53. Over the past week, the stock has traded between RS 10.95 and RS 12.35. SpiceJet currently commands a market capitalization of approximately RS 1,722.97 crore.

Shareholding data shows that promoters own 24.19% of the company, while institutional investors hold 4.17% and non-institutional investors account for the remaining 71.63% stake.

Operationally, the airline delivered improved performance in May 2026, with its Passenger Load Factor (PLF) rising to 87.4%, compared with 80.7% in April 2026. During the month, SpiceJet carried 3.86 lakh passengers and secured a 2.5% market share in the domestic aviation segment.

Passenger Load Factor is an important aviation metric that reflects the percentage of available seats occupied by passengers, providing insight into an airline's operational efficiency and demand.

SpiceJet is one of India's leading private airlines and has been a prominent player in the country's civil aviation industry for several years.