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📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Shree Rama Newsprint Limited (RAMANEWS) has responded to a clarification request from the BSE and NSE regarding recent significant price movements in its shares. The company stated that it has disclosed all material information and events to the exchanges as per SEBI Regulation 30. Management confirmed there is no pending or undisclosed information that could impact the stock price. Consequently, the company attributes the recent volatility entirely to market-driven factors rather than internal developments.
- Exchange sought clarification on February 27, 2026, regarding significant price volatility.
- Company responded on February 28, 2026, denying any undisclosed material information.
- Management confirmed compliance with all necessary disclosures under SEBI LODR Regulations.
- The price movement is categorized by the company as purely market-driven.
Shree Rama Newsprint Limited has received a favorable ruling from the Special Secretary (Disputes) of the Gujarat Revenue Department. The Appellate Authority has quashed a previous order dated May 1, 2025, which was issued by the Collector of Surat. The matter has now been remanded back to the Collector for fresh consideration. While the company states the financial impact is not currently quantifiable, the reversal of the previous adverse order is a positive procedural development.
- Appellate Authority quashed the Collector of Surat's order dated May 1, 2025
- The matter has been remanded back to the Collector for a fresh hearing and decision
- Order from the Special Secretary (Disputes) was officially received on February 9, 2026
- Company previously disclosed related intimations on May 16, July 16, and November 11, 2025
Mr. Kanhaiyalal Chandak has ceased to be an Independent Director of Shree Rama Newsprint Limited effective February 8, 2026. This change occurs as he has completed his second and final term in the role, in compliance with corporate governance norms. The company has formally placed on record its appreciation for his contributions during his tenure. This is a scheduled transition and does not reflect any internal conflict or resignation.
- Independent Director Kanhaiyalal Chandak completed his second and final term on Feb 8, 2026.
- Cessation of directorship is effective from the close of business hours on the same date.
- The move is in accordance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
- The company is now expected to fill the vacancy to maintain board independence ratios.
Shree Rama Newsprint reported a total comprehensive loss of ₹10.16 crore for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, compared to a loss of ₹80.61 crore in the previous year's corresponding quarter which was impacted by heavy impairment. Revenue from operations declined 28.8% YoY to ₹8.84 crore, while finance costs of ₹9.29 crore remain a significant burden. Most critically, the statutory auditor has issued a 'Material Uncertainty Related to Going Concern' warning as the company's current liabilities exceed its current assets by ₹116.75 crore. The company is currently attempting to improve its financial position by disposing of assets from its discontinued paper division on a piecemeal basis.
- Revenue from operations fell to ₹8.84 crore in Q3 FY26 from ₹12.43 crore in Q3 FY25
- Net loss for the nine months ended December 31, 2025, stands at ₹30.65 crore
- Current liabilities exceed current assets by ₹116.75 crore as of December 31, 2025
- Finance costs for the quarter were ₹9.29 crore, exceeding the total revenue from operations
- Appointed Mr. Harshadbhai Baldevbhai Patel as an Independent Director for a 5-year term
Shree Rama Newsprint Limited reported a significant decline in revenue from operations to ₹884.28 lakhs for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, down from ₹1,243.03 lakhs in the previous year. The company posted a total comprehensive loss of ₹1,016.50 lakhs for the quarter, contributing to a nine-month loss of ₹3,065.01 lakhs. Auditors have raised a 'Material Uncertainty Related to Going Concern' as current liabilities exceed current assets by ₹11,675.13 lakhs. The company is currently attempting to improve its financial position by disposing of assets from its discontinued Paper Division.
- Revenue from operations decreased 28.8% YoY to ₹884.28 lakhs from ₹1,243.03 lakhs.
- Total comprehensive loss for the quarter stood at ₹1,016.50 lakhs compared to a loss of ₹8,060.70 lakhs in the same quarter last year (which included a large impairment).
- Current liabilities exceed current assets by ₹11,675.13 lakhs, triggering a 'Going Concern' warning from auditors.
- Finance costs remain high at ₹928.90 lakhs for the quarter, nearly equal to the total revenue.
- The company appointed Mr. Harshadbhai Baldevbhai Patel as an Additional Independent Director for a 5-year term.
Shree Rama Newsprint reported a net loss of ₹10.16 crore for Q3 FY26, an improvement from the ₹80.61 crore loss in Q3 FY25 which was hit by heavy impairment. However, revenue from operations dropped 28.8% YoY to ₹8.84 crore, and the company continues to face severe financial distress. The statutory auditor has raised a 'going concern' warning as current liabilities exceed current assets by ₹116.75 crore. The company is currently liquidating its discontinued paper division assets piecemeal to meet obligations.
- Revenue from operations decreased to ₹884.28 lakhs from ₹1,243.03 lakhs YoY
- Net loss for the nine months ended Dec 2025 reached ₹3,065.01 lakhs
- Current liabilities exceed current assets by a substantial ₹11,675.13 lakhs
- Auditor highlighted material uncertainty regarding the company's ability to continue operations
- Appointment of Mr. Harshadbhai Baldevbhai Patel as Independent Director for 5 years
Shree Rama Newsprint Limited has announced the piecemeal disposal of equipment from its paper division to Mehali Papers Pvt. Ltd. for a total consideration of Rs 28.00 Lakhs. The paper division contributed only 1.87% (Rs 84.13 Lakhs) to the company's total revenue in FY25, though it accounted for 41.27% of other income. The sale is expected to be completed by March 31, 2026, following shareholder approval previously obtained in September 2023. This move appears to be part of a broader strategy to dispose of the company's undertaking amid a negative net worth of Rs 1409.80 Lakhs.
- Sale of paper division plant and machinery for an aggregate amount of Rs 28.00 Lakhs plus GST
- Paper division contributed 1.87% of total revenue and 41.27% of other income in FY25
- Transaction expected to be completed by March 31, 2026
- Company reported a negative net worth of Rs 1409.80 Lakhs as of March 31, 2025
- Disposal approved by 99.56% of public shareholders in September 2023
Shree Rama Newsprint Limited has announced the piecemeal disposal of equipment from its paper division for a total consideration of Rs 2.00 Crores. The buyer, Bluecraft Agro Private Limited, is a related party as the company's Whole-Time Director, Siddharth Chowdhary, is also a director and shareholder there. The paper division contributed only 1.87% to the company's total revenue in FY25, though it accounted for 41.27% of other income. The transaction is expected to be completed by March 31, 2026, and follows shareholder approval obtained in September 2023.
- Disposal of paper division plant and machinery for an aggregate amount of Rs 2.00 Crores plus GST.
- The buyer, Bluecraft Agro Private Limited, is a related party to the company's Whole-Time Director.
- Paper division contributed Rs 84.13 Lakhs (1.87%) to total revenue for the year ended March 31, 2025.
- The company reported a negative net worth of Rs 1,409.80 Lakhs as of March 31, 2025.
- Sale is expected to be completed by March 31, 2026, and is conducted at arm's length.
Shree Rama Newsprint Limited has officially announced the closure of its trading window for all designated persons and their immediate relatives starting January 1, 2026. This move is in compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, ahead of the company's Q3 financial results. The window will remain closed until 48 hours after the public announcement of the Unaudited Financial Results for the quarter ending December 31, 2025. This is a standard regulatory procedure to ensure market integrity before financial disclosures.
- Trading window closure begins on January 1, 2026, for all designated persons.
- The closure pertains to the Unaudited Financial Results for the quarter ending December 31, 2025.
- Trading restriction remains in effect until 48 hours post-result announcement.
- Compliance maintained under SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
The continuing business (Water Bottle division) reported an operating profit margin of 6.45%, an improvement of 25.92% YoY. The discontinued Paper division reported total income of INR 1.25 Cr for H1 FY26, down from INR 4.12 Cr for the full year FY25.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not disclosed in available documents, though operations are primarily focused on the Indian domestic market.
Profitability Margins
Operating profit margin for continuing business is 6.45% (up from 5.12%). Net profit margin is -64.84% (improved from -68.08%). Return on Equity (ROE) is -272%, a 548.20% variance from the previous period's -42% due to increased losses from discontinued operations.
EBITDA Margin
Operating profit margin of continuing business is 6.45%, which improved by 25.92% YoY due to decreased production costs and increased efficiency.
Capital Expenditure
Not disclosed in available documents, though the company is currently focused on the disposal of non-core assets rather than expansion.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Debt coverage indicators are weak with negative interest coverage and total debt to PBILDT. Total borrowings stand at INR 376.43 Cr, including INR 350 Cr in non-current borrowings and INR 26.43 Cr in current borrowings.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Waste paper and coal are the primary raw materials, though specific percentage of total cost is not disclosed.
Capacity Expansion
Not disclosed in available documents, but the company has converted machines to manufacture Writing and Printing Paper (WPP) and Kraft paper.
Raw Material Costs
Raw material costs are a significant driver of losses; high waste paper and coal prices led to negative contributions at the operating level in the paper division.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Operating profit ratio improved by 25.92% mainly due to a decrease in cost of production and an increase in manufacturing efficiency.
Strategic Growth
Growth Strategy
The company is pursuing a turnaround strategy involving the disposal of non-core assets (Paper division plant and machinery) to settle liabilities and exploring funding options to strengthen working capital. Future focus is on the Water Bottle division, currently the only operating segment.
Products & Services
Writing and Printing Paper (WPP), Kraft paper, Newsprint (discontinued), and Packaged Water Bottles.
Brand Portfolio
Shree Rama, living green.
New Products/Services
The Water Bottle division is the primary active operating segment as of June 30, 2025.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The industry is shifting away from newsprint toward WPP and Kraft paper due to digital disruption and import competition; the company is positioning itself by exiting the paper segment to focus on water bottles.
Competitive Landscape
Intense competition from cheap international imports of newsprint.
Competitive Moat
The company lacks a durable moat as evidenced by persistent losses and a material uncertainty regarding its status as a going concern.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Highly sensitive to global and domestic demand-supply conditions and raw material price fluctuations.
Consumer Behavior
Shift in consumer behavior toward digital media has reduced the long-term demand for newsprint.
Geopolitical Risks
Threat of cheap imports of newsprint paper from international markets impacting domestic demand and pricing.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
Operations are subject to changes in Government regulations, tax regimes, and pollution norms.
Environmental Compliance
Not disclosed in available documents, though the company uses 'living green' branding.
Taxation Policy Impact
Current tax rate is 0% as the company has not made any provision for income tax due to current losses, unabsorbed depreciation, and brought forward business losses.
Legal Contingencies
The company recognized an impairment loss of INR 69.56 Cr related to discontinued operations. No capital market-related penalties were reported in the last three years.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
There is a material uncertainty that casts significant doubt on the company's ability to continue as a going concern, as current liabilities exceed current assets by INR 101.65 Cr.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Operations are concentrated in India, specifically Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The newsprint segment faces high obsolescence risk, which the company addressed by converting machines to WPP/Kraft before eventually discontinuing the division.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Trade receivables increased by INR 8.31 Cr during H1 FY26, indicating potential credit risk or collection delays.