Change in Director / Key Managerial Personnel

Nature of change: Re-appointment and new appointments

Nagendra Bhandari (DIN: 10221812)

  • Re-appointed as Whole Time Director designated as 'Executive Director – Finance'
  • Term: 3 consecutive years from July 10, 2026 to July 09, 2029 (both days inclusive)
  • Not liable to retire by rotation
  • Subject to shareholder approval
  • Affirmed he is not debarred from holding office of Director by virtue of any SEBI order or any other authority
  • Profile: Commerce Graduate and Chartered Accountant with over 20 years of experience in finance and accounts
  • Previous experience with prominent organizations including Ankush Publications, Zee Group, and India Today Group
  • Not related to any other directors of the Company

New Senior Management Personnel Appointments (effective November 03, 2026):

Anshu J Singh

  • Previous position: Senior Manager DNA
  • Profile: Over 15 years of extensive experience in media industry with expertise in content development and strategic planning
  • Played key role in driving subscriber growth and strengthening digital presence of multiple YouTube channels

Yogender Kumar

  • Previous position: Deputy Editor Web Desk
  • Profile: Seasoned media professional with over 19 years of experience in print and digital journalism
  • Specializes in reporting, editorial operations, content strategy and newsroom management
  • Held key editorial positions at leading publications including Dainik Bhaskar and Dainik Jagran

Akual Chawla

  • Previous position: Manager legal
  • Profile: Legal professional with experience in commercial contracting, regulatory compliance, litigation support and legal risk management
  • Previously associated with DEN Networks Ltd.

Key Financial or Operational Approvals

The Board meeting, which commenced at 1730 Hrs and concluded at 2005 Hrs, primarily focused on personnel changes. No specific financial approvals, capital expenditures, debt, or equity-related decisions were mentioned in this disclosure.

Strategic or Business Context

The appointments reflect the company's focus on strengthening its management team across finance, content development, editorial operations, and legal functions. The elevation of digital and content specialists suggests continued emphasis on digital presence and content strategy.

Any Other Material Information

Postal Ballot Notice:

  • Seeking shareholder approval for two special businesses:
  • Appointment of Ms. Aanchal David (Director Identification Number: 10226714) as an Independent Director for a term of 5 consecutive years
  • Re-appointment of Mr. Nagendra Bhandari (Director Identification Number: 10221812) as a Whole-time Director for a term of 3 consecutive years

Financial Results:

  • The outcome of Board Meeting containing intimation of approval of financial results for the second quarter and half year ended September 30, 2026 of the Financial Year 2026-27 has been submitted separately to the exchanges.

Regulatory Compliance:

  • Disclosure made pursuant to Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligation and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015
  • All appointments made upon recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee