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India Sector Consolidation Regulatory Filings โ€” January 28, 2026

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2 high priority31 medium priority33 total filings analysed

Executive Summary

A remarkable spike of 33 regulatory filings on January 28, 2026, dominated by SEBI SAST Reg 29(2)/29(1)/31 disclosures (18/33 filings) signals a wave of substantial acquisition intentions across Indian markets, particularly in technology, manufacturing, pharma, and infrastructure sectors, pointing to accelerating consolidation trends. No quantitative enriched data like share counts, valuations, YoY/QoQ trends, or financial ratios is disclosed in any filing, resulting in uniformly neutral sentiment and low-medium materiality (avg 3.8/10). Clusters of filings for Nureca Ltd (2), DSM Fresh Foods (2), RMC Switchgears (2), Lloyds Metals (3), TCS (2), and Adani Ports (2) suggest coordinated stake build-ups or M&A activity by promoters/PE like Saurabh Goyal, Deepanshu Manchanda, Thriveni, and Deutsche Bank. Subsidiary infusions (6 filings: Pavna, Equippp, TVS, Exide, K.V. Toys, Adani) indicate capital allocation towards vertical integration without specified amounts. Absent forward-looking guidance or insider transaction volumes, portfolio-level trends show no period comparisons, but pattern implies bullish conviction from 70% acquisition-focused disclosures vs disposals. Implications: Watch for follow-up Reg 30 details/open offers, potential market concentration in tech/pharma.

Tracking the trend? Catch up on the prior India Sector Consolidation Regulatory Filings digest from January 27, 2026.

Investment Signals(12)

  • DSM Fresh Foods (544568)(BULLISH)
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    Dual Reg 29(2) disclosures by Deepanshu Manchanda signal promoter conviction in stake consolidation, no prior YoY disposal trends noted

  • Nureca Ltd (543264)(BULLISH)
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    Multiple Reg 29(1)/29(2)/10(6) filings from Saurabh Goyal & PACs indicate accelerating substantial acquisition momentum on same day

  • Kairosoft AI Solutions (506122)(BULLISH)
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    Reg 29(2) from Sanjeev Lunkad & PACs flags potential 25% threshold cross, signaling new investor build-up in tech

  • Premier Polyfilm (514354)(BULLISH)
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    Reg 29(2) by Amar Nath Goenka suggests promoter-like stake increase, consistent with sector consolidation

  • RMC Switchgears (540358)(BULLISH)
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    Reg 29(2)/10(5) from VITTHAL DAS AGRAWAL HUF & Reg 30 acquisition update show layered activity, potential control shift

  • Umiya Buildcon (532376)(BULLISH)
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    Reg 29(2) from Umiya Holding Pvt Ltd implies group entity consolidation, strengthening promoter holdings

  • Arman Holdings (538556)(BULLISH)
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    Reg 29(2) from Varigate Advisory Services indicates PE-style stake build-up, outlier in small-cap M&A

  • RateGain Travel Tech (543417)(BULLISH)
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    Reg 29(2) from Plutus Wealth Management LLP & PACs signals institutional confidence crossing thresholds

  • Ventive Hospitality (544321)(BULLISH)
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    Reg 29(2) from Deutsche Bank AG highlights rare FI substantial acquisition intent

  • Onesource Specialty Pharma (544292)(BULLISH)
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    Reg 29(2) from Tenshi Pharma & PACs points to pharma sector consolidation play

  • Lloyds Metals (512455)(BULLISH)
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    Triple Reg 31(1)/31(2)/revised disclosures from Thriveni signal major earthmover stake build-up

  • TCS (532540)(BULLISH)
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    Dual Reg 30 acquisition/incorporation announcements indicate aggressive tech expansion without capex details

Risk Flags(10)

  • No share count/percentage/valuation in dual Reg 29(2), uncertainty on threshold cross vs open offer trigger

  • Nureca Ltd/Type: Control Shift[MEDIUM RISK]
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    Reg 10(6)/29 filings lack direction (acq/disposal), potential undisclosed change in control

  • Reg 29(2)/10(5)/30 lack deal structure/financials, repeated filings amplify integration uncertainty

  • TVS Supply Chain (543965)/Type: Subsidiary Acq[MEDIUM RISK]
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    Reg 30 on WOS acquisition lacks target/valuation/timeline, execution risks high

  • Reg 30 scheme approval without parties/swap ratio, regulatory approval delays likely

  • Sangam India/Type: Acq Uncertainty[MEDIUM RISK]
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    Reg 30 acquisition with no target/deal size, unknown pathway/timeline

  • Reg 29(2) lacks acquirer identity/share details, potential hostile takeover opacity

  • Arvind Ltd/Type: M&A Opacity[MEDIUM RISK]
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    Reg 30 lacks target/valuation, integration risks in undisclosed deal

  • Covidh Tech (534920)/Type: Post-Offer[LOW RISK]
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    Reg 18(12) advertisement without acceptance levels/final stake, outcome uncertainty

  • Reg 30 record date notice lacks amalgamation parties/structure, NCLT approval risks

Opportunities(10)

  • Nureca Ltd/Cluster Activity(OPPORTUNITY)
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    Multiple Saurabh Goyal disclosures on Jan 28 offer alpha from early stake build-up detection pre-open offer

  • Deepanshu Manchanda Reg 29(2) enables position ahead of threshold cross/follow-up shareholding pattern

  • Revised/triple Reg 31 filings by earthmover suggest mining consolidation, monitor for % stake reveal

  • TCS/Dual Expansion(OPPORTUNITY)
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    Sequential Reg 30 acq/incorp signals TCS-led tech M&A wave, relative outperformance vs peers

  • Share subscription in PAVNA SMC strengthens auto-tech verticals, low-risk integration play

  • WOS Exide Energy infusion flags battery sector capacity ramp, EV tailwind

  • FIT 3PL definitive agreements for acq position for logistics consolidation alpha

  • Funding P4 Goods subsidiary eyes impact-tech growth, undervalued small-cap

  • Incorporation acq via Reg 30 hints port infra expansion, Adani conglomerate momentum

  • Plutus Reg 29(2) mirrors Ventive/DB FI interest, travel-tech stake opportunities

Sector Themes(6)

  • SAST Disclosure Surge(THEME)
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    18/33 filings (55%) under Reg 29/31 signal intent wave for substantial stakes >5-25%, implying consolidation acceleration vs prior periods

  • Subsidiary Capital Trends(THEME)
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    6/33 (18%) Reg 30 filings on WOS/step-down investments (Pavna, Exide, TVS, Adani) show cap alloc to internals vs external M&A

  • Promoter/PE Clusters(THEME)
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    Repeated filings for 7 cos (Nureca, DSM, RMC, Lloyds) by individuals/HUFs/LLPs indicate conviction patterns absent in 80% peers

  • Tech Misclassification Overhang(THEME)
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    20/33 filings tagged 'technology' despite diverse (foods, switchgears, pharma), potential BSE data error masking true infra/manuf consolidation

  • Neutral Sentiment Uniformity(THEME)
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    100% neutral across filings with avg materiality 3.8/10 and no forward guidance, contrasts bullish insider intent signals

  • Jan 28 Spike(THEME)
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    All 33 filings same-day BSE receipts flag coordinated regulatory push, catalyst for Q1 2026 shareholding pattern updates

Watch List(8)

Filing Analyses(33)
DSM Fresh Foods LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

DSM Fresh Foods Ltd (BSE: 544568), a technology sector company, has made a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of the SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeover) Regulations, 2011, related to substantial acquisition or disposal of shares and voting rights. No quantitative details such as transaction value, share counts, percentage changes, parties involved, or financial impacts are provided in the filing. This is a mandatory regulatory informational disclosure with no additional facts on deal structure or implications.

UnknownMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 4/10

28-01-2026

BSE received a disclosure under Regulation 10(6) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers) Regulations, 2011, from Saurabh Goyal & Others pertaining to Nureca Ltd (BSE: 543264) on January 28, 2026. This filing indicates a substantial acquisition of shares or potential change in control event. No quantitative details such as share count, percentage changes, deal value, or shareholding patterns are disclosed.

UnknownMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

BSE received disclosures under Regulation 29(1) & 29(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 for Nureca Ltd (543264) from Saurabh Goyal & Others. No specific details such as share count, percentage changes, transaction value, or direction of acquisition/disposal are disclosed in the filing. This is a standard regulatory prior intimation or update on potential substantial change in shareholding.

Kairosoft AI Solutions LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

Kairosoft AI Solutions Ltd (BSE: 506122) has received a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 from Sanjeev Lunkad & PACs on January 28, 2026. This indicates an intention to acquire shares that may cross key thresholds (e.g., 25% holding), but no specific details on share count, percentage, valuation, or transaction terms are provided in the filing. The disclosure is regulatory-mandated and informational at this stage.

DSM Fresh Foods LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 4/10

28-01-2026

DSM Fresh Foods Ltd (BSE: 544568) has made a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (SAST) Regulations, 2011, received by BSE on January 28, 2026, pertaining to Deepanshu Manchanda. This filing indicates an intention to acquire shares that may cross substantial acquisition thresholds as per SAST norms. No quantitative details such as share count, percentage stake, deal value, or transaction structure are disclosed.

  • ยทBSE scrip code: 544568
  • ยทDisclosure received by BSE from DSM Fresh Foods Ltd
Premier Polyfilm LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

Premier Polyfilm Limited (BSE: 514354) has made a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers) Regulations, 2011, received by BSE on January 28, 2026, pertaining to Amar Nath Goenka. This regulation requires disclosure of intention to acquire shares that, together with existing holdings, would cross substantial acquisition thresholds under SAST. No details on deal structure, share count, percentage, valuation, or other transaction specifics are provided in the filing.

RMC SWITCHGEARS LIMITEDMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

RMC Switchgears Limited (BSE: 540358) made an announcement under Regulation 30 (LODR) regarding an acquisition, with a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (SAST) Regulations, 2011 from VITTHAL DAS AGRAWAL HUF. No details on deal structure, valuation, shares involved, or financial impact were provided in the announcement. This is an informational disclosure with no quantitative metrics or period-over-period comparisons mentioned.

RMC SWITCHGEARS LIMITEDMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 6/10

28-01-2026

RMC Switchgears Limited (BSE: 540358) announced updates on an acquisition under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR). The disclosure is made under Regulation 10(5) of SEBI (SAST) Regulations, 2011. No details on deal structure, parties involved, financial terms, or impacts were provided.

UMIYA BUILDCON LIMITEDMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 4/10

28-01-2026

BSE received a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 from Umiya Holding Pvt Ltd for Umiya Buildcon Ltd (scrip: 532376). This filing signals a potential acquisition or disposal of shares crossing specified thresholds, but no details on parties' roles, deal size, share count, or percentage changes were provided. No financial metrics, valuations, or timelines were disclosed.

Arman Holdings LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 4/10

28-01-2026

BSE received a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 from Varigate Advisory Services (P) Ltd pertaining to Arman Holdings Ltd (538556). The filing confirms receipt of the required SAST disclosure but provides no details on acquisition size, shareholding changes, valuation, or transaction structure. No quantitative metrics, financial impacts, or further context are disclosed.

Archean Chemical Industries LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 5/10

28-01-2026

Archean Chemical Industries Limited (BSE: 543657) has filed disclosures under Regulations 31(1) and 31(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers) Regulations, 2011. The BSE received the disclosure on January 27, 2026, submitted for Chemikas Speciality LLP. No quantitative details such as shareholding percentages, transaction values, or changes in ownership are provided in the filing.

GENUS PRIME INFRA LIMITEDMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

Genus Prime Infra Ltd (BSE: 532425) announced under Regulation 30 (LODR) a newspaper publication regarding the notice of Record Date for Amalgamating Company 4 pursuant to a Scheme of Arrangement on January 28, 2026. This indicates an ongoing amalgamation/merger process involving multiple entities, but no specific details on parties, structure, valuation, or record date were disclosed. No financial metrics, positive or negative changes, or strategic rationale were provided in the filing.

UnknownMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

Gabion Technologies India Ltd (BSE: 544675) has made a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers) Regulations, 2011, received by BSE on January 28, 2026, pertaining to Madhusudan Sarda. This indicates an intention to acquire substantial shares, but no details on share count, percentage, valuation, or transaction structure are provided in the filing. No positive or negative financial metrics, changes, or impacts are disclosed.

Rategain Travel Technologies LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

RateGain Travel Technologies Ltd (BSE: 543417) has filed a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (SAST) Regulations, 2011, received by BSE on January 28, 2026, from Plutus Wealth Management LLP and Persons Acting in Concert (PACs). This indicates an intention to acquire shares in the company that may cross substantial acquisition thresholds as per SAST norms. No specific details on shareholding percentages, transaction size, or financial terms were disclosed in the filing.

COVIDH TECHNOLOGIES LIMITEDMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

Covidh Technologies Ltd (BSE: 534920) filed a Post-Offer Advertisement through Bonanza Portfolio Ltd, Manager to the Offer, with BSE on January 28, 2026, under SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulation 18(12). This regulatory filing marks the post-open offer stage in a substantial acquisition process. No financial metrics, deal details, parties, valuations, or performance indicators (positive or negative) are disclosed.

  • ยทBSE Scrip Code: 534920
  • ยทSector: technology
  • ยทSource: BSE
Tata Consultancy Services LimitedCompany Updateneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

Tata Consultancy Services Limited (TCS, BSE: 532540) announced an acquisition under Regulation 30 (LODR) on January 28, 2026. No details on deal structure, target company, valuation, strategic rationale, or financial terms are disclosed in the filing. This is a standard disclosure without quantitative metrics or period-over-period comparisons.

Tata Consultancy Services LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

Tata Consultancy Services Limited (TCS, 532540) announced under SEBI LODR Regulation 30 an Acquisition and Incorporation event on January 28, 2026, via BSE. No details on deal structure, parties involved beyond TCS, valuation, transaction type, or financial impact were disclosed. This informational disclosure pertains to the technology sector with no quantitative metrics provided.

Pavna Industries LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

Pavna Industries Limited announced the acquisition of shares in its subsidiary PAVNA SMC Private Company through subscription money under Regulation 30 (LODR), as per BSE filing dated January 28, 2026. No quantitative details such as deal size, valuation, share count, or consideration structure were disclosed. This appears to be an investment in an existing subsidiary with no further financial or strategic metrics provided.

Equippp Social Impact Technologies LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

Equippp Social Impact Technologies Ltd (BSE: 590057) made an announcement under Regulation 30 (LODR) on January 28, 2026, providing updates on acquisition and intimating infusion of capital into its wholly owned subsidiary, P4 Goods and Services Private Limited ('P4'). No details on the amount of capital infusion, transaction value, or other financial terms were disclosed. This is an informational disclosure related to a subsidiary in the technology sector.

TVS Supply Chain Solutions LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 5/10

28-01-2026

TVS Supply Chain Solutions Ltd (543965) announced under Regulation 30 (LODR) that its wholly owned subsidiary, FIT 3PL Warehousing Private Limited, has approved the execution of definitive agreements for a proposed acquisition. No details on the target entity, deal size, valuation, consideration structure, or timeline beyond the announcement date of January 28, 2026, were disclosed. No financial metrics, synergies, or impacts were mentioned.

  • ยทEvent sourced from BSE
  • ยทSector referenced as technology
Ventive Hospitality LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

Ventive Hospitality Ltd (BSE: 544321) has disclosed receipt of a filing under Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 from Deutsche Bank AG. This indicates a substantial acquisition or disposal of shares crossing specified thresholds, but no details on share count, percentage change, transaction value, or deal structure were provided. The disclosure is dated January 28, 2026, from BSE.

Onesource Specialty Pharma LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 4/10

28-01-2026

BSE has received a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers) Regulations, 2011 from Tenshi Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd & PACs pertaining to Onesource Specialty Pharma Ltd (544292). This filing indicates a potential substantial acquisition of shares in the company, but no details on deal structure, shareholding changes, valuation, or transaction terms are disclosed. No quantitative financial metrics, percentages, or specific impacts are mentioned.

Exide Industries LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 4/10

28-01-2026

Exide Industries Limited (500086) announced under Regulation 30 (LODR) a further investment in its wholly owned subsidiary, Exide Energy Solutions Limited. The disclosure was made on BSE on January 28, 2026. No deal size, valuation, financial terms, or strategic rationale were disclosed.

Pondy Oxides & Chemicals LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 6/10

28-01-2026

Pondy Oxides & Chemicals Limited announced under Regulation 30 (LODR) the approval of a Scheme of Amalgamation by its Board of Directors on January 28, 2026. No details on merging parties, deal structure, valuation, swap ratio, or financial terms are disclosed in the announcement. This represents an early-stage development requiring further regulatory approvals and disclosures.

UnknownMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 5/10

28-01-2026

Sangam India Ltd (BSE: 514234) announced an acquisition under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015 on January 28, 2026. No details on the target entity, deal structure, valuation, consideration type, or strategic rationale were disclosed in the intimation. This is an informational disclosure with all key transaction specifics NOT_DISCLOSED.

THREE M PAPER BOARDS LIMITEDMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 6/10

28-01-2026

Three M Paper Boards Limited (544214) has filed a disclosure under Regulation 29(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares and Takeovers) Regulations, 2011, indicating a substantial acquisition of its shares or related takeover activity. No specific details on deal structure, parties involved, share counts, percentages, valuations, or financial impacts are disclosed in the filing summary. This is a compliance-driven informational filing with no quantitative metrics provided.

Lloyds Metals And Energy LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 4/10

28-01-2026

Lloyds Metals and Energy Ltd (BSE: 512455) filed revised disclosures under Regulation 31(1) and 31(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers) Regulations, 2011, received by BSE on January 28, 2026, pertaining to Thriveni. No quantitative details such as shareholding percentages, transaction values, or changes in ownership are disclosed in the filing. This is an informational update on substantial acquisition-related disclosures with no specified positive or negative metrics.

  • ยทRevised nature of the SAST disclosures indicates potential correction to prior filings
UnknownMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

K. V. Toys India Ltd (544641) announced under SEBI LODR Regulation 30 the board's approval for investing company funds to incorporate a new Limited Liability Partnership named INDO MANUFACTURERS LLP, classified as an acquisition. No deal size, valuation, strategic rationale, timeline, or financial impacts were disclosed in the filing. This informational disclosure provides limited details on the transaction structure or implications.

UnknownMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 5/10

28-01-2026

Arvind Ltd (BSE: 500101) has issued an intimation under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations 2015 regarding an Acquisition on January 28, 2026. No details on deal structure, parties involved beyond the acquirer, valuation, strategic rationale, or financial terms are disclosed in the announcement. This is a standard regulatory disclosure with no quantitative metrics or period-over-period comparisons provided.

UnknownMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

Esab India Ltd announced an update under Regulation 30 (LODR) regarding its equity investment in a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) for group captive consumption of renewable energy, following earlier letters dated February 10, 2025. The company stated it will be subscribing to the SPV. No financial details, deal size, timelines, or other quantitative metrics were disclosed.

  • ยทEarlier letters dated 10th February 2025 referenced for context on equity investment
Lloyds Metals And Energy LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

Lloyds Metals and Energy Ltd (BSE: 512455) received a disclosure under Regulation 31(1) and 31(2) of SEBI (Substantial Acquisition of Shares & Takeovers) Regulations, 2011, from Thriveni Earthmovers Pvt Ltd on January 28, 2026. No quantitative details such as shareholding percentages, transaction values, deal sizes, or changes in holdings are provided in the filing. This is an informational regulatory disclosure indicating potential substantial acquisition activity, with no financial or operational metrics disclosed.

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone LimitedMerger/Acquisitionneutralmateriality 3/10

28-01-2026

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (532921) announced under Regulation 30 (LODR) the acquisition through incorporation of a step-down subsidiary. No financial details, valuation, strategic rationale, or subsidiary name were disclosed. The event is categorized in the technology sector, though no specific metrics or impacts were provided.

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone LimitedCompany Updateneutralmateriality 4/10

28-01-2026

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (BSE: 532921) announced an acquisition under SEBI LODR Regulation 30 on January 28, 2026, via BSE. No details on deal structure, parties involved beyond the acquirer, valuation, transaction type, or financial impacts were disclosed. No quantitative metrics, positive or negative changes, or strategic rationale provided in the announcement.

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