Cochin Minerals & Rutile Limited has announced a change in its nominee director position, informing BSE about the appointment of a new representative from Kerala State Industrial Development Corporation (KSIDC).

New Nominee Director Appointment

The company has received consent from Shri Rajesh Jacob, Deputy General Manager & CCO, to serve as the nominee director on its board. Jacob, who holds DIN 06443594, submitted his formal consent through Form DIR 2 on April 16, 2026.

Board Meeting and Compliance

The appointment will be formally placed for consideration in the company's upcoming board meeting. The company has assured that all necessary actions will be carried out in strict compliance with the applicable provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 and SEBI regulations.

This development represents a continuation of recent board changes, as referenced in the company's previous communications dated December 2, 2025, and February 5, 2026.

Company Background

Cochin Minerals and Rutile Limited operates as a 100% Export Oriented Unit (EOU) and holds the distinction of being a Three Star Export House. The company is headquartered in Alwaye, Kerala, and maintains certifications under ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 45001:2018 standards. The company trades on BSE under the stock code COCHRDM 513353.

Cochin Minerals & Rutile Limited has submitted its confirmation certificate under Regulation 74(5) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. The submission was made to BSE Limited, Central Depository Services (India) Limited, and National Securities Depository Limited on April 6, 2026.

Regulatory Compliance Certificate

The certificate was issued by MUFG Intime India Private Limited (formerly Link Intime India Private Limited), which serves as the Registrar and Share Transfer Agents for Cochin Minerals and Rutile Limited. The certificate, dated April 3, 2026, confirms the company's adherence to SEBI's dematerialisation regulations.

Certificate Confirmation Details

The certificate confirms that securities received from depository participants for dematerialisation during the quarter ended March 31, 2026 were properly processed. MUFG Intime India Private Limited verified that all securities comprised in the certificates have been listed on stock exchanges where the company's previously issued securities are traded.

Key compliance aspects covered in the certificate include:

• Securities received for dematerialisation were confirmed or rejected within prescribed timelines
• Security certificates received were mutilated and cancelled after due verification by depository participants
• Names of depositories were substituted in the register of members as registered owners
• All processes followed the regulatory framework established by SEBI

Company Information

Cochin Minerals and Rutile Limited operates as a 100% Export Oriented Unit (E.O.U.) and holds the status of a Three Star Export House. The company is registered in Kerala with its office located at Market Road, Alwaye. The submission was signed by Sreedepa S, who serves as the Company Secretary and Compliance Officer.

Regulatory Framework

Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018 mandates that registrars and share transfer agents must provide quarterly confirmation certificates regarding their compliance with dematerialisation processes. This ensures transparency and proper record-keeping in the securities market infrastructure.