Gemstone Investments appoints auditors and additional director
Gemstone Investments Limited announced the appointment of M/s. A. Raghavendra Rao & Associates as statutory auditors and Mr. Jiten Shah as an Additional Director, effective May 20, 2026. The auditor appointment fills a casual vacancy caused by the resignation of the previous firm. Mr. Shah's appointment is based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee.

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Gemstone Investments Limited announced the outcome of its board meeting held on May 20, 2026. The board approved the appointment of M/s. A. Raghavendra Rao & Associates, Chartered Accountants, as the statutory auditors of the company. This appointment is effective from May 20, 2026, and fills the casual vacancy caused by the resignation of M/s. Rishi Sekhri & Associates, Chartered Accountants.
Additionally, the board appointed Mr. Jiten Shah as an Additional Director (Non-Executive Director) of the company with effect from May 20, 2026. This appointment was made based on the recommendation of the company's Nomination and Remuneration Committee.
Appointment Details
The new statutory auditor firm, M/s. A. Raghavendra Rao & Associates, brings nearly four decades of experience in auditing public sector banks, co-operative banks, and government entities. The firm specializes in audit, taxation, advisory, and banking audits.
Mr. Jiten Shah, the newly appointed Additional Director, holds DIN 03147534. His profile indicates strong expertise in advisory and management, expected to contribute to the company's strategic growth and operational efficiency.
Board Meeting Summary
The meeting commenced at 3:00 P.M. and concluded at 3:45 P.M. on May 20, 2026. The necessary disclosures pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations were enclosed as Annexure – A.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Statutory Auditor | M/s. A. Raghavendra Rao & Associates |
| Auditor PRN | 018363 |
| Auditor FRN | 003324S |
| Effective Date | May 20, 2026 |
| Additional Director | Jiten Shah |
| Director DIN | 03147534 |
| Director Type | Non-Executive |
Historical Stock Returns for Gemstone Investments
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2.33% | +1.82% | -1.18% | -5.62% | -28.81% | -1.75% |
What were the circumstances behind M/s. Rishi Sekhri & Associates' resignation, and could it signal any underlying financial or governance concerns at Gemstone Investments Limited?
How might M/s. A. Raghavendra Rao & Associates' specialization in public sector and co-operative bank audits influence the scope or methodology of auditing a private investment firm like Gemstone Investments?
Will Mr. Jiten Shah's appointment as Additional Director be subject to shareholder ratification at the next Annual General Meeting, and what strategic initiatives might he be expected to drive?


































