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Manika Plastech (The “Company”), shall open the Bid/Offer in relation to its Initial Public Offer of Equity shares on Friday, September 11, 2026. The Price Band of the Offer has been fixed at ₹ 40 to ₹ 43 per Equity Share. (“Price Band”). Bids can be made for a minimum of 348 Equity Shares and in multiples of 348 Equity Shares thereafter. (“Minimum Bid Lot”). The Anchor Investor Bidding Date shall be Thursday, September 10, 2026. The Bid/Offer shall open on Friday, September 11, 2026 and Bid /Offer shall close on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. The offer comprises of a fresh issue aggregating up to ₹ 92.5 Crore (the “Fresh Issue”) and an Offer for Sale aggregating up to   7,674,418   equity shares   (“Offer for Sale”). The face value of each equity share is ₹ 2. The company proposes to utilize the net proceeds towards:   (i)                   Funding the capital expendi...

Sembcorp Green Infra Limited, one of India’s leading renewable energy independent power producers, has filed its Draft Red Herring Prospectus with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for its proposed initial public offering (IPO). The proposed IPO comprises a fresh issue of Equity Shares aggregating up to ₹ 3,750 crore, with no Offer for Sale (OFS) component. The Company proposes to utilise the net proceeds from the Fresh Issue towards repayment/prepayment, in full or in part, of certain outstanding borrowings availed by the Company and its Objects’ Subsidiaries. As of June 30, 2026, the Company and its Objects’ Subsidiaries had outstanding borrowings, a portion of which may be repaid or prepaid from the Net Proceeds. The proposed capital raise is therefore intended to support the Company’s balance sheet and financial position. Sembcorp Green Infra is an independent power producer engaged in the development, construction, operation and maintenance of utility-scale...

On September 4, 2026, Kambar Colony Park in Anna Nagar, Chennai, served as the venue for a historic live streaming event featuring the United Nations General Assembly's proceedings on the designation of November 27 as the International Day for the Elimination of Child, Early, and Forced Marriage. Approximately 150 residents gathered at the park to witness this pivotal moment in the global fight against child marriage, marking a significant international commitment to enhance awareness, prevention, and action against this pressing issue. The transition from grassroots efforts to a broader global movement has been bolstered by the tireless advocacy of Just Rights for Children (JRC), led by Mr. Bhuwan Ribhu, in collaboration with various NGO partners throughout India. This global recognition stands as a crucial milestone in their collective struggle for change. The live UN proceedings were broadcast directly to Kambar Colony, allowing residents to participate in and celebrate th...

Wild Tamil Nadu, a wildlife documentary celebrating the extraordinary biodiversity of Tamil Nadu, is set to be distributed through PVR cinemas in numerous multiplex locations across the Country, on Monday, the 7th September 2026 taking audiences on an immersive journey through the State’s diverse landscapes and remarkable wildlife. Produced as a CSR initiative by Sundram Fasteners Ltd., in collaboration with Nature inFocus and with the support of the Tamil Nadu Forest Department, the one-hour documentary brings together four years of footage from across Tamil Nadu. From mountains and forests to croplands, coastlines, coral reefs and arid landscapes, the film offers audiences a glimpse into the ecological richness and diversity of the State. Drawing inspiration from the five classical landscapes of ancient Sangam literature – Kurinji (mountains), Mullai (forests), Marutham (croplands), Neithal (coasts) and Palai (arid zones) – Wild Tamil Nadu explores the wildlife that inhabits thes...

Aditya Birla Group, announced the launch of the wires and cables business, Ultravolt, marking the group’s fourth new business foray in three years. Backed by an investment of Rs.1,800 crore,Ultravolt will be the second largest player in the wires segment by capacity. Housed under UltraTech Cement Limited, the business aims to build a scaled national brand and become one of the top two players within 5 years. UltraTech’s entry in the wires and cables market extends its participation in the construction value chain beyond grey cement, ready-mix concrete, building products, and white cement consistent with its stated Building Solutions strategy. It also enables UltraTech to participate more deeply in the growing opportunity around home building, infrastructure and electrification. Mr Kumar Mangalam Birla, Chairman, Aditya Birla Group said, “Wires and cables are becoming central to India's next phase of development. They sit at the intersection of three mega trends in the Indian ec...

Mohan Babu University’s Tirupati campus was abuzz with pride and celebration as the University hosted its Convocation 2026, commemorating the achievements and aspirations of its graduating class. The ceremony saw 3,516 students graduate across engineering, management, sciences and allied disciplines, marking a significant milestone in their academic journey and the University’s continued growth. The occasion was graced by esteemed dignitaries including AC Shanmugam, Former Member of Parliament Lok Sabha as Chief Guest; Rajiv Shukla, Vice President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI); and Ms. Anurradha Prasad, as Special Guest of Honour. The University also conferred Paresh Maity, one of India's most celebrated contemporary artistes, in recognition of their outstanding contribution to Indian sport and the arts respectively. The graduating class was addressed by Vishnu Manchu, Pro-Chancellor, Mohan Babu University, under whose leadership the University has grown int...