Elana Holdings Pte Ltd has acquired a significant 24.68% stake in Asian Hotels (North) Limited through a preferential allotment of 63,74,057 equity shares. The shares were issued at a price of ₹330 each, including a premium of ₹320, resulting in a total capital infusion of approximately ₹210.34 crore. This transaction was executed under SEBI's stressed company pricing norms (Regulation 164A), which exempts the acquirer from making a mandatory open offer. The entry of a Singapore-based institutional investor suggests a potential turnaround or strategic restructuring for the company.

Infomerics Valuation and Rating Limited has upgraded the credit ratings for Indian Hume Pipe Company Limited's total bank facilities of Rs 1,850 crores. The long-term rating has been raised from IVR A- to IVR A with a stable outlook, while the short-term rating improved from IVR A2+ to IVR A1. This upgrade signifies an improved credit profile and stronger financial stability for the company. The rating action covers various facilities including long-term loans of Rs 623.25 crore and combined facilities of Rs 1,095 crore.

Asian Hotels (North) Limited has finalized the allotment of 8,35,539 equity shares to Elana Holdings Pte. Ltd. on a preferential basis. The shares were issued at a price of Rs. 330 per share, which includes a premium of Rs. 320, raising approximately Rs. 27.57 crores. This move increases Elana Holdings' stake in the company from 12.34% to 15.52%. The total paid-up equity capital of the company has subsequently increased to Rs. 23.03 crores.

Can Fin Homes has received formal approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for the re-appointment of Shri Suresh Srinivasan Iyer as Managing Director & CEO. The extension is for a period of 2 years, effective from March 18, 2026. This regulatory clearance follows the Board's recommendation made on December 15, 2025. Leadership continuity at the top level is expected to provide stability to the company's strategic initiatives and operational performance.

Asian Hotels (North) Limited has completed the allotment of 27,37,500 equity shares on a preferential basis to Elana Holding PTE Ltd. The shares were issued at a price of Rs. 330 per share, including a premium of Rs. 320, resulting in a total capital infusion of Rs. 90.34 crores. This allotment gives Elana Holding PTE Ltd a 12.34% stake in the company. Consequently, the company's paid-up equity capital has increased from Rs. 19.45 crore to Rs. 22.19 crore.

Canara HSBC Life reported a robust 9M FY26 performance with individual weighted premium income growing 20% YoY, significantly outperforming the private industry average of 13%. The Value of New Business (VNB) surged 37% to ₹413 crores, supported by a 200 bps margin expansion to 19.7% despite GST and labor code impacts. Adjusted Profit After Tax (PAT) rose 19% YoY to ₹101 crores, excluding a one-off labor code provision. The company is actively diversifying its distribution mix by launching an agency channel and plans to raise ₹250 crores in subordinate debt to fuel further growth.

Can Fin Homes reported its highest-ever quarterly disbursements of INR 2,727 crores, a 45% YoY increase, driven by recovery in Karnataka and Telangana. Net Interest Margin (NIM) improved to 4.14% due to a lag in passing on rate cuts, though the company has now transmitted 50 bps of the 100 bps RBI repo rate reduction to customers. Asset quality showed consistent improvement with SMA numbers declining, while the company maintains its full-year disbursement guidance of INR 10,500 crores. Elevated prepayments of INR 1,691 crores remain a headwind for AUM growth, which stood at approximately 9.5%.

Canara HSBC Life reported a robust performance for 9M FY26, highlighted by a 37% YoY growth in Value of New Business (VNB) to ₹4,129 Mn. Total premium income grew 32% YoY to ₹69,314 Mn, driven by strong growth in both new business and renewal premiums. While reported PAT grew 8% to ₹919 Mn, the underlying profit growth was 19% after adjusting for a one-time labor code impact. The company also achieved significant improvements in persistency across all cohorts and expanded its VNB margins to 19.7%.

Canara HSBC Life reported a strong 9M FY26 performance with Value of New Business (VNB) growing 36.8% YoY to ₹412.9 crore, supported by a margin expansion to 19.7%. Total premium income rose significantly by 31.6% to ₹6,931.4 crore, driven by a massive 126% surge in the protection segment. While Profit After Tax (PAT) saw a modest 8.2% growth to ₹91.9 crore, operational efficiency improved with the expense ratio dropping to 18.7%. The company also strengthened its distribution network through a new bancassurance partnership with Equitas Small Finance Bank.

Narayana Hrudayalaya (NH) has received near-unanimous approval from its shareholders and creditors for the Scheme of Arrangement to merge its subsidiary, Meridian Medical Research & Hospital Ltd, into the parent company. In the NCLT-convened meeting held on January 19, 2026, 100% of the votes polled by equity shareholders and secured creditors were in favor of the resolution. This merger is a strategic move to consolidate operations and streamline the corporate structure, pending final approval from the NCLT Bengaluru Bench.

Narayana Hrudayalaya (NH) has received near-unanimous approval from its stakeholders for the Scheme of Arrangement with Meridian Medical Research & Hospital Ltd. In the NCLT-convened meeting held on January 19, 2026, equity shareholders representing 16.23 crore votes (100% of votes polled) supported the merger. Secured creditors with debt worth ₹461.20 crore and unsecured trade creditors with debt of ₹85.08 crore also voted 100% in favor of the resolution. This approval marks a critical milestone in the legal consolidation process under the Companies Act.

Canara HSBC Life Insurance reported a robust 77.9% year-on-year growth in Net Premium Income to ₹3,567.16 crore for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. While quarterly Profit After Tax saw a marginal decline to ₹27.65 crore, the nine-month PAT grew by 8.2% to ₹91.88 crore. The Board also approved a capital infusion of up to ₹250 crore through subordinated debt (NCDs) to bolster its capital base. The company maintains a healthy solvency ratio of 191% and reported zero Non-Performing Assets (NPAs).

Asian Hotels (North) Limited has received in-principle approval from both BSE and NSE for a major preferential issue of 2,31,80,000 equity shares. The shares are to be issued at a minimum price of Rs 330 per share, which implies a total capital infusion of at least Rs 764.94 crore. This significant fundraise is subject to standard regulatory conditions and compliance with SEBI ICDR regulations. The move is expected to strengthen the company's balance sheet and provide capital for strategic requirements.

Narayana Hrudayalaya (NH) conducted meetings for its equity shareholders and various classes of creditors on January 19, 2026, to approve the merger of its subsidiary, Meridian Medical Research & Hospital Ltd., into the parent company. The meetings were held following an NCLT order dated December 2, 2025, and included remote e-voting as well as voting during the sessions. While the final voting results are expected by January 21, 2026, the proceedings indicate steady progress toward streamlining the corporate structure. This amalgamation is a strategic internal restructuring aimed at improving operational efficiency and reducing administrative costs.

Narayana Hrudayalaya (NH) conducted court-convened meetings for its equity shareholders and three classes of creditors on January 19, 2026, to approve the amalgamation of its subsidiary, Meridian Medical Research & Hospital Ltd. The merger process follows the NCLT Bengaluru order dated December 2, 2025, aimed at consolidating hospital operations. While the final voting results are expected by January 21, 2026, the meeting proceedings were completed successfully via video conferencing. This restructuring is a strategic move to simplify the corporate structure and potentially improve operational efficiencies.

ICRA has reaffirmed Narayana Hrudayalaya's (NH) long-term credit rating at [ICRA]AA with a Stable outlook for facilities totaling Rs 5,195 crore. The company demonstrated strong financial performance with 15% YoY revenue growth in H1 FY2026 and healthy operating margins of 23.5%. Despite a significant Rs 2,200 crore acquisition in the UK and a planned capex of approximately Rs 2,200 crore over FY2026-27, NH maintains a comfortable leverage profile with a TD/OPBITDA of 1.6x as of September 2025. The rating reflects NH's established brand equity and successful geographic diversification into international markets like the Cayman Islands and the UK.

Can Fin Homes reported a robust performance for Q3 FY26, with Net Profit growing 25% YoY to Rs 265 crore. The company's loan book expanded by 10% to reach Rs 40,693 crore, while disbursements for the nine-month period grew by 19% YoY. Key profitability metrics showed significant improvement, with Net Interest Margin (NIM) rising to 4.14% from 3.73% and ROA increasing to 2.55%. The company maintains a healthy liquidity position with an LCR of 332.60% and total provisions of Rs 505 crore.