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According to the company, Soni submitted his resignation through a letter dated 15 June 2026 and was relieved of his duties with effect from the close of business hours on 14 July 2026. Lehar Footwears has been manufacturing non-leather footwear since 1995 and markets its products under the 'Lehar' brand. The company distributes its products through trade distribution channels, multi-brand retail outlets, export markets, government schemes, and e-commerce platforms. For the quarter ended March 2026, the company's standalone net profit declined 17.86% year-on-year to ₹4.14 crore from ₹5.04 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. Revenue from operations fell 16.62% to ₹91.26 crore from ₹109.45 crore in the year-ago period. The counter shed 0.64% to Rs 241 on the BSE. Powered by Capital Market - Live

Domestic equity benchmarks ended sharply lower on Tuesday as rising crude oil prices, escalating Middle East tensions and weak global cues dampened investor sentiment. The Nifty 50 fell below the 24,100 level. Selling pressure was broad-based, with IT, auto and banking stocks leading the decline, while pharma and metal shares outperformed. Geopolitical developments, crude oil prices and the ongoing Q1 earnings season are likely to drive near-term market direction. The S&P BSE Sensex declined 561.46 points or 0.72% to 77,054.94. The Nifty 50 index fell 158.95 points or 0.66% to 24,052.05. In three consecutive sessions, the Nifty has lost 1.38%, while the Sensex has fallen 1.45%. State Bank of India (down 2.34%), Larsen & Toubro (down 2.11%) and HDFC Bank (down 1.09%) were major Nifty drags today. In the broader market, the BSE 150 MidCap Index fell 0.54% and the BSE 250 SmallCap Index dropped 1.08%. The market breadth was weak. On the BSE, 1,501 shares rose and 2,737 shares fell. A total of 203 shares were unchanged. The NSE's India VIX, a gauge of the market's expectation of volatility over the near term, added 3.53% to 13.75. Economy: India's wholesale price index (WPI)-based inflation accelerated to 9.87% in June 2026 from 9.68% in May, driven by higher prices of food articles, mineral oils (including petroleum products), basic metals, and chemicals and chemical products, according to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The June WPI data is based on the revised series with 2022-23 as the base year. The updated series, introduced last month, is intended to better reflect the current structure of the economy. Meanwhile, India's retail inflation rose above the Reserve Bank of India's 4% target for the first time in 17 months. Consumer price inflation (CPI) increased to 4.38% in June from 3.93% in May, driven by higher food and fuel prices. Food inflation, measured by the All India Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI), stood at 5.32% in June. Transport inflation accelerated to 4.3% from 1.75% in May. Numbers to Track: In the commodities market, Brent crude for September 2026 settlement advanced $3.49, or 4.19%, to $86.79 a barrel. The yield on India's 10-year benchmark federal paper was up 1.05% to 6.804 as compared with previous close 6.733. In the foreign exchange market, the rupee edged higher against the dollar. The partially convertible rupee was hovering at 96.2600 compared with its close of 95.6800 during the previous trading session. MCX Gold futures for 5 August 2026 settlement added 0.54% to Rs 141,060. The US Dollar Index (DXY), which tracks the greenback's value against a basket of currencies, was down 0.19% to 101.10. The United States 10-year bond yield rose 0.11% to 4.615. Global Markets: European indices traded lower on Tuesday as a sharp rise in crude oil prices fuelled concerns over persistent inflation and the trajectory of global interest rates. Asian indices ended higher as investors assessed the impact of geopolitical developments on energy markets. However, gains were capped by worries that higher crude prices could stoke inflationary pressures. Overnight, US stocks closed lower while oil prices surged amid renewed geopolitical tensions and concerns over potential disruptions to global energy supplies. The spike in crude prices raised fears that inflation could remain elevated, reducing the likelihood of near-term monetary policy easing. The S&P 500 fell 0.79% to 7,515.34, the Nasdaq Composite dropped 1.55% to 25,873.18, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 138.37 points, or 0.26%, to 52,498.64. Investors are now awaiting US consumer price inflation (CPI) data and comments from Federal Reserve officials for fresh clues on the interest rate outlook. Stocks in Spotlight: Biocon surged 6.34% to Rs 437 after a large block deal took place in the counter early today. According to media reports, U.S.-based Viatris-owned Mylan was looking to sell its entire 5.6% stake in the biotechnology company through block deals worth around Rs 3,481 crore. The transaction would mark Mylan's complete exit from Biocon after a 17-year partnership. The block deal was reportedly launched at a floor price of Rs 378.50 per share, a discount of 7.9% to Biocon's Monday closing price on the NSE. Landmark Cars hit an upper circuit of 20% after the company's total revenue from operations jumped 22.47% to Rs 1,733 crore in Q1 FY27, compared with Rs 1,415 crore in Q1 FY26, driven by solid growth in both the vehicle sales and after-sales segments. HCL Technologies declined 4.63% after the IT major retained its FY27 revenue growth guidance, prompting concerns that enterprise technology spending remains subdued despite a strong quarterly performance. For the quarter ended 30 June 2026, the company reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 4,624 crore, up 20.3% year-on-year and 3.0% quarter-on-quarter. Revenue from operations increased 13.9% YoY and 1.8% QoQ to Rs 34,579 crore. PDS surged 5.89% after the company announced that it had secured a multi-year Sourcing as a Service (SaaS) contract with the global sourcing arm of a leading French-headquartered supermarket group. Under the agreement, PDS will provide end-to-end sourcing and supply chain services through a dedicated operating subsidiary, supporting the retailer's textile sourcing strategy with a more agile sourcing model. The company expects to manage apparel sourcing valued at more than $250 million in annual free-on-board (FOB) volume. Plastiblends India jumped 1.39% after the company reported 67.6% rise in net profit to Rs 14.95 crore on an 11% increase in revenue to Rs 221.61 crore in Q1 FY27 as compared with Q1 FY26. EMS declined 2.46%. The company has emerged as the lowest bidder (L-1) for a sewerage project awarded by UP Jal Nigam (Urban), Varanasi, with an estimated order value of Rs 105.82 crore. The scope of work includes construction of a 10 MLD sewage treatment plant (STP) with co-treatment facility, sewage pumping station (SPS), boundary wall, staff quarters, site development, laying of rising mains, sewer network and sewer house connections. Welspun Corp added 4.08% after the company announced the receipt of fresh large orders for supply of pipes for Oil & Gas export projects, from its India facility, cumulatively valued at approximately Rs 1,400 crore. Khaitan Chemicals & Fertilizers fell 2.83% after the company reported a 49.04% year-on-year decline in standalone net profit to Rs 10.91 crore for Q1 FY27, compared with Rs 21.41 crore in the year-ago period. Revenue from operations declined 6.09% YoY to Rs 220.03 crore during the quarter. Krishana Phoschem fell 1.19% after the company reported a sharp sequential decline in earnings for the quarter ended 30 June 2026 (Q1 FY27). On a standalone basis, net profit declined 43.1% QoQ to Rs 47.1 crore in Q1 FY27, while revenue from operations fell 29.5% QoQ to Rs 532.3 crore. On a year-on-year basis, net profit increased 54.2%, while revenue from operations rose 34.6%. Initial Public Offer (IPO): SBI Funds Management received bids for 8.16 crore shares as against 12.45 crore shares on offer, according to stock exchange data at 16:24 IST on Tuesday (14 July 2026). The issue was subscribed 0.66 times. The issue opened for bidding on 14 July 2026 and it will close on 16 July 2026. The price band of the IPO is fixed between Rs 545 and 574 per share. Alphine Texworld received bids for 32.52 lakh shares as against 1.20 crore shares on offer, as per NSE data as of 16:24 hours on Tuesday (14 July 2026). The issue was subscribed 0.27 times. The issue opened for bidding on Tuesday (14 July 2026) and it will close on Thursday (16 July 2026). The price band of the IPO is fixed between Rs 100 to Rs 105 per share. Powered by Capital Market - Live

The Nifty July 2026 futures closed at 24,022, a discount of 30.05 points compared with the Nifty's closing at 24,052.05 in the cash market. In the cash market, the Nifty 50 index declined 158.95 points or 0.66% to 24,052.05. The NSE's India VIX, a gauge of the market's expectation of volatility over the near term, surged 3.53% to 13.75. HCL Technologies, HDFC Bank and Infosys (Infy) were the top-traded individual stock futures contracts in the F&O segment of the NSE. The July 2026 F&O contracts will expire on 28 July 2026.Powered by Capital Market - Live

The domestic benchmark indices ended with significant losses on Tuesday, as investors remained wary of escalating geopolitical tensions following the US-Iran conflict. Fears of higher crude oil prices and mounting inflationary pressures dampened sentiment, pushing the Nifty below the 24,100 level. Despite the cautious market mood, the SBI Funds Management IPO garnered over 50% subscription so far on its opening day. Going ahead, investors will closely monitor further developments in the US-Iran conflict, movements in crude oil prices, the ongoing Q1 earnings season, corporate business updates, and the progress of the southwest monsoon for cues on the market's near-term direction. Realty, PSU Bank and auto stocks declined while pharma, metal and consumer durables shares advanced. As per provisional closing data, the barometer index, the S&P BSE Sensex declined 561.46 points or 0.72% to 77,054.94. The Nifty 50 index dropped 158.95 points or 0.66% to 24,052.05. In the past three consecutive trading sessions, the Nifty has lost 1.38%, while the Sensex has fallen 1.45%. In the broader market, the BSE 150 MidCap Index fell 0.54% and the BSE 250 SmallCap Index dropped 1.08%. The market breadth was weak. On the BSE, 1,501 shares rose and 2,737 shares fell. A total of 203 shares were unchanged. The NSE's India VIX, a gauge of the market's expectation of volatility over the near term, surged 3.53% to 13.75. In the commodities market, Brent crude for September 2026 settlement added $3.75 or 4.50% to $87.05 a barrel. Economy: India's retail inflation breached the Reserve Bank's target for the first time in 17 months, government data showed on Monday, setting the stage for interest rate hikes in an economy at risk from a prolonged West Asia conflict. The consumer price index rose to 4.38% year-over-year in June, up from 3.93% figure that was recorded in May. Inflation was led by higher fuel and food costs, which rose amid Iran war-driven supply disruptions and a delay in seasonal rains. The year-on-year inflation rate based on the All India Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI) for the month of June was 5.32%, India's Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation said in a Monday release. Transport inflation rose 4.3% in June, quicker than the 1.75% rise in May. India's wholesale price index (WPI)-based inflation rose to 9.87% in June 2026 from 9.68% in May 2026. According to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the increase in wholesale inflation was primarily driven by higher prices of food articles, mineral oils (including petroleum products), basic metals, and chemicals and chemical products. The June 2026 wholesale inflation figures are based on the revised WPI series, with 2022-23 as the base year. The revised series, introduced by the government last month, aims to provide a more accurate representation of the current economic structure. Initial Public Offer (IPO): The initial public offer (IPO) of Alphine Texworld received bids for 30.89 lakh shares as against 1.20 crore shares on offer, as per NSE data as of 15:30 hours on Tuesday (14 July 2026). The issue was subscribed 0.26 times. The issue opened for bidding on Tuesday (14 July 2026) and it will close on Thursday (16 July 2026). The price band of the IPO is fixed between Rs 100 to Rs 105 per share. The minimum order quantity is 142 equity shares. The equity shares will list on NSE's SME platform. SBI Funds Management IPO received bids for 7.35 crore shares as against 12.45 crore shares on offer, according to stock exchange data at 15:30 IST on Tuesday (14 July 2026). The issue was subscribed 0.59 times. The issue opened for bidding on 14 July 2026 and it will close on 16 July 2026. The price band of the IPO is fixed between Rs 545 and 574 per share. An investor can bid for a minimum of 26 equity shares and multiples thereof. Buzzing Index: The Nifty Realty index declined 1.97% to 918.65. The index declined 2.13% in the two consecutive trading sessions. Lodha Developers (down 4.39%), Godrej Properties (down 2.7%), Anant Raj (down 2.66%), Brigade Enterprises (down 2.35%) and Prestige Estates Projects (down 1.93%), Sobha (down 1.75%), DLF (down 1.72%), Phoenix Mills (down 1.14%), Aditya Birla Real Estate (down 1.02%) and Oberoi Realty (down 0.52%) declined. Stocks in Spotlight: Landmark Cars hit an upper circuit of 20% after the company's total revenue from operations jumped 22.47% to Rs 1,733 crore in Q1 FY27, compared with Rs 1,415 crore in Q1 FY26, driven by solid growth in both the vehicle sales and after-sales segments. HCL Technologies declined 4.63% after the IT major retained its FY27 revenue growth guidance, prompting concerns that enterprise technology spending remains subdued despite a strong quarterly performance. For the quarter ended 30 June 2026, the company reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 4,624 crore, up 20.3% year-on-year and 3.0% quarter-on-quarter. Revenue from operations increased 13.9% YoY and 1.8% QoQ to Rs 34,579 crore. PDS surged 6.07% after the company announced that it had secured a multi-year Sourcing as a Service (SaaS) contract with the global sourcing arm of a leading French-headquartered supermarket group. Under the agreement, PDS will provide end-to-end sourcing and supply chain services through a dedicated operating subsidiary, supporting the retailer's textile sourcing strategy with a more agile sourcing model. The company expects to manage apparel sourcing valued at more than $250 million in annual free-on-board (FOB) volume. Plastiblends India jumped 1.30% after the company reported 67.6% rise in net profit to Rs 14.95 crore on an 11% increase in revenue to Rs 221.61 crore in Q1 FY27 as compared with Q1 FY26. EMS declined 2.85%. The company has emerged as the lowest bidder (L-1) for a sewerage project awarded by UP Jal Nigam (Urban), Varanasi, with an estimated order value of Rs 105.82 crore. The scope of work includes construction of a 10 MLD sewage treatment plant (STP) with co-treatment facility, sewage pumping station (SPS), boundary wall, staff quarters, site development, laying of rising mains, sewer network and sewer house connections. Welspun Corp added 4.16% after the company announced the receipt of fresh large orders for supply of pipes for Oil & Gas export projects, from its India facility, cumulatively valued at approximately Rs 1,400 crore. Khaitan Chemicals & Fertilizers fell 3.26% after the company reported a 49.04% year-on-year decline in standalone net profit to Rs 10.91 crore for Q1 FY27, compared with Rs 21.41 crore in the year-ago period. Revenue from operations declined 6.09% YoY to Rs 220.03 crore during the quarter. Global Markets: US Dow Jones futures fell 111 points, indicating a negative start for Wall Street later today. European market declined as higher oil prices again fueled investor fears of sticky inflation. Asian markets ended higher on Tuesday as investors shrugged off the ongoing US-Iran conflict. However, gains remained capped after President Donald Trump said the U.S. was reinstating its blockade of Iranian shipping in the Gulf and would collect a 20% fee on cargo traversing the Strait of Hormuz. The latest escalation came after Iran and the U.S. exchanged airstrikes over the weekend. Tehran targeted U.S. facilities in several Gulf countries and declared the Strait of Hormuz closed, though Trump disputed that claim on Sunday, saying the key shipping lane remained open to commercial traffic. Trump on Saturday ordered airstrikes on Iran after Tehran attacked a commercial vessel transiting the strait. Markets were also rattled by hawkish comments on Monday from Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller, who said the U.S. central bank may need to raise interest rates in the near term if coming data show inflation continuing well above the 2% target. Overnight, stocks on Wall Street sold off and oil futures surged more than 9% as conflict between the United States and Iran re-ignited, once again throttling the ⁠flow of goods through the Strait of Hormuz. The S&P 500 lost 0.79% to end the day at 7,515.34, while the Nasdaq Composite fell 1.55% to finish at 25,873.18. The Dow Jones Industrial Average settled down 138.37 points, or 0.26%, at 52,498.64. All eyes now are on the U.S. CPI data that is due for release later on Tuesday, followed by comments from Fed Chair Warsh, who will deliver the central bank's semi-annual monetary policy report to Congress.Powered by Capital Market - Live

Nifty Realty index closed down 1.97% at 918.65 today. The index has added 19.00% over last one month. Among the constituents, Lodha Developers Ltd dropped 4.29%, Anant Raj Ltd fell 2.63% and Godrej Properties Ltd shed 2.55%. The Nifty Realty index has decreased 6.00% over last one year compared to the 4.11% fall in benchmark Nifty 50 index. In other indices, Nifty PSU Bank index has slid 1.80% and Nifty Auto index has slid 1.61% on the day. In broad markets, the Nifty 50 has declined 0.66% to close at 24052.05 while the SENSEX has slid 0.72% to close at 77054.94 today.Powered by Capital Market - Live

The largest order, valued at Rs 430.69 crore, has been awarded by the Rajasthan Council of School Education for the turnkey construction of 2,256 science laboratories for physics, chemistry and biology in 922 government schools across Rajasthan. The company has also received a Rs 60.61 crore contract from Bharat Electronics (BEL) for an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) contract, along with Project Management Consultancy (PMC) services, to develop infrastructure facilities for NFTRs. In addition, Power Finance Corporation (PFC) has awarded NBCC two Project Management Agency (PMA) contracts under its CSR initiatives. The first, worth Rs 5.38 crore, involves the construction of a state-of-the-art tourist facilitation centre in Aizawl, Mizoram. The second contract, valued at Rs 4.77 crore, is for the construction of a school building under Phase II at Dr. K.B. Hedgewar Higher Secondary School of Arts, Commerce and Science in Cujira, Bambolim, Goa. NBCC (India) operates in three major segments'project management consultancy, real estate, and engineering procurement & construction. The company's consolidated net profit jumped 37.22% to Rs 241.38 crore on 1.81% rise in revenue from operations to Rs 4559.79 crore in Q4 FY26 over Q4 FY25. The counter slipped 3.25% to Rs 98.20 on the BSE. Powered by Capital Market - Live

On a sequential basis, net profit increased 27% from Rs 42.3 crore reported in Q4 FY26 Total income jumped 102% year-on-year to Rs 136.2 crore in Q1 FY27, compared with Rs 67.4 crore in the year-ago quarter. On a quarter-on-quarter basis, it rose 29% from Rs 105.7 crore. Profit before tax climbed 111% YoY and 27% QoQ to Rs 71.6 crore during the quarter. Net interest income (NII) rose 92% YoY and 31% QoQ to Rs 82.1 crore in Q1 FY27. The company's loan book touched a record Rs 4,552 crore as of June 30, 2026, registering 16% quarter-on-quarter and 82% year-on-year growth. SG Finserve said supply chain financing remained its core business, supported by the commercialization of its Factoring and TReDS business. The company maintained a cost-to-income ratio below 15% and reported nil NPAs during the quarter. It posted a return on assets (RoA) of 5.10% and an annualised return on equity (RoE) of 14%. SG Finserve said it remained well-capitalised, with total equity of Rs 1,539 crore as of June 30, 2026, and a debt-to-tangible net worth ratio of 2.2x, providing sufficient headroom for future growth. Looking ahead, the company said it will focus on deepening relationships with existing customers, expanding its customer base, broadening its product portfolio, forging strategic partnerships, and exploring adjacent financial services. Separately, the board granted in-principle approval to evaluate the acquisition of a 51% stake in Succesship Technologies with a maximum investment of Rs 20 crore, subject to financial, legal, tax, compliance and technology due diligence, as well as an independent valuation. The final proposal will be placed before the board for approval. The board also approved, in principle, exploring the establishment of a finance company in GIFT City as a wholly owned subsidiary, subject to regulatory, financial and commercial viability assessments. In addition, the board approved the five-year tenure of Abhishek Mahajan as Chief Risk Officer, effective July 14, 2026, in accordance with the RBI's Non-Banking Financial Companies ' Governance Directions, 2025. The company also noted the resignation of Kush Mishra as Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, effective July 18, 2026, and approved the appointment of Ankit Sharma as Company Secretary, Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) and Compliance Officer with effect from July 19, 2026. SG Finserve is an RBI-registered, technology-enabled non-banking financial company (NBFC) focused on supply chain financing solutions for dealers, distributors, retailers, buyers, suppliers and logistics partners of Indian corporates. Powered by Capital Market - Live

Rajneesh Narain, who assumed charge as Director (Finance) at IRCTC on 15 June 2026, brings over three decades of experience in the coal sector. Before joining IRCTC, he served as Director (Finance) at Northern Coalfields (NCL) and previously headed the corporate accounts team at South Eastern Coalfields (SECL), a subsidiary of Coal India. During his tenure, he handled key functions including accounting, taxation, fund management, contract management, budgetary control, and business diversification. He also served as Chief Financial Officer of Chhattisgarh East Railway (CERL) and Chhattisgarh East West Railway (CEWRL), subsidiaries of SECL, for six years. An MBA in finance, Narain is recognised for his expertise in financial analysis, strategic planning, stakeholder management, negotiation, and team leadership. IRFC is a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways and the dedicated market borrowing arm of Indian Railways. It provides financing support for railway expansion, modernization and strategic infrastructure development. On a standalone basis, IRFC's net profit rose 0.15% to Rs 1684.31 crore while net sales rose 9.18% to Rs 7336.05 crore in Q4 March 2026 over Q4 March 2025. The counter slipped 1.04% to Rs 497.05 on the BSE. Powered by Capital Market - Live

Newgen Software Technologies Ltd, NIIT Learning Systems Ltd, Aegis Logistics Ltd and Mangalore Refinery And Petrochemicals Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'A' group today, 14 July 2026.Thermax Ltd lost 5.95% to Rs 4387 at 14:46 IST.The stock was the biggest loser in the BSE's 'A' group.On the BSE, 22042 shares were traded on the counter so far as against the average daily volumes of 27052 shares in the past one month.Newgen Software Technologies Ltd crashed 5.87% to Rs 555.6. The stock was the second biggest loser in 'A' group.On the BSE, 5.27 lakh shares were traded on the counter so far as against the average daily volumes of 2.66 lakh shares in the past one month.NIIT Learning Systems Ltd tumbled 5.84% to Rs 240.1. The stock was the third biggest loser in 'A' group.On the BSE, 23112 shares were traded on the counter so far as against the average daily volumes of 96242 shares in the past one month.Aegis Logistics Ltd pared 5.29% to Rs 1225.7. The stock was the fourth biggest loser in 'A' group.On the BSE, 1.54 lakh shares were traded on the counter so far as against the average daily volumes of 2.21 lakh shares in the past one month.Mangalore Refinery And Petrochemicals Ltd shed 4.83% to Rs 156.75. The stock was the fifth biggest loser in 'A' group.On the BSE, 3.06 lakh shares were traded on the counter so far as against the average daily volumes of 4.49 lakh shares in the past one month.Powered by Capital Market - Live

NACL Industries Ltd, PPAP Automotive Ltd, DJ Mediaprint & Logistics Ltd and BF Investment Ltd are among the other losers in the BSE's 'B' group today, 14 July 2026.Bajaj Consumer Care Ltd crashed 10.65% to Rs 589.85 at 14:31 IST.The stock was the biggest loser in the BSE's 'B' group.On the BSE, 1.87 lakh shares were traded on the counter so far as against the average daily volumes of 39354 shares in the past one month.NACL Industries Ltd tumbled 10.61% to Rs 217.8. The stock was the second biggest loser in 'B' group.On the BSE, 5.15 lakh shares were traded on the counter so far as against the average daily volumes of 1.86 lakh shares in the past one month.PPAP Automotive Ltd lost 9.48% to Rs 337. The stock was the third biggest loser in 'B' group.On the BSE, 43356 shares were traded on the counter so far as against the average daily volumes of 16158 shares in the past one month.DJ Mediaprint & Logistics Ltd shed 8.69% to Rs 103.5. The stock was the fourth biggest loser in 'B' group.On the BSE, 17175 shares were traded on the counter so far as against the average daily volumes of 67311 shares in the past one month.BF Investment Ltd pared 8.41% to Rs 492.95. The stock was the fifth biggest loser in 'B' group.On the BSE, 38246 shares were traded on the counter so far as against the average daily volumes of 25484 shares in the past one month.Powered by Capital Market - Live