HT Media Limited has issued a formal clarification to stock exchanges regarding recent significant movements in its share price, responding to specific queries raised by both BSE and NSE through official letters dated April 9, 2026.

Exchange Queries and Company Response

The clarification came in response to letters from both major stock exchanges. The National Stock Exchange raised the query through letter number NSE/CM/Surveillance/16739, while BSE issued letter number L/SURV/ONL/PV/APJ/2026-2027/3671 seeking the company's response on the notable price movements.

Regulatory Compliance Statement

In its official response, HT Media emphasized its adherence to disclosure requirements under SEBI regulations. The company stated that it has consistently informed the exchanges about events and information that may have bearing on the operation and performance of the company, including price-sensitive information, in due compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

The media house categorically stated that it has not withheld any material information or events that would have bearing on the price or volume behavior of its shares. This assertion underscores the company's commitment to transparency and regulatory compliance.

Market-Driven Price Movement

According to the company's official response, any movement in the share price is purely market-driven rather than being influenced by any undisclosed corporate developments. This clarification aims to address concerns about potential information asymmetry or undisclosed material events that might have contributed to the price volatility.

Company Information

HT Media Limited, with CIN L22121DL2002PLC117874, has its registered office at Hindustan Times House, 18-20, Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi. The company's corporate office is located at 5th Floor, Lotus Tower, A Block, Community Centre, New Friends Colony, New Delhi.

The response was digitally signed by Manhar Kapoor on April 10, 2026, demonstrating the company's prompt and formal response to regulatory queries from both stock exchanges.

HT Media Limited has successfully concluded its postal ballot process, with shareholders overwhelmingly approving the appointment of Shri Sameer Singh as Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer. The special resolution was deemed passed on March 05, 2026, marking a significant leadership development for the media company.

Voting Results and Shareholder Participation

The postal ballot, conducted exclusively through remote e-voting, demonstrated strong shareholder support for the proposed appointment. The voting statistics reveal the extent of approval across different shareholder categories.

The overall voting participation reached 69.55% of outstanding shares, with 99.98% of polled votes supporting the resolution.

Appointment Details and Resolution

The approved resolution pertains to the appointment of Shri Sameer Singh (DIN: 08138465) as Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer of the company, along with approval of his remuneration package. This appointment required a special resolution, necessitating approval from at least three-fourths of the votes cast.

Postal Ballot Process and Compliance

The postal ballot was conducted in strict compliance with Section 110 read with Section 108 of the Companies Act, 2013, and the Companies (Management and Administration) Rules, 2014. The process was overseen by Dhawal Kant Singh from D S Associates Company Secretaries, who served as the appointed scrutinizer.

Key process parameters included:

The company dispatched notices electronically to eligible members whose email addresses were registered with the company, registrar, or depositories. In compliance with regulatory requirements, advertisements were published in 'Mint' (English) and 'Hindustan' (Hindi) newspapers on February 04, 2026.

Regulatory Compliance and Documentation

The postal ballot process adhered to multiple regulatory frameworks, including SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and various MCA circulars. The scrutinizer's report confirmed that all procedural requirements were met, with votes being unblocked in the presence of two independent witnesses.

The resolution's passage with requisite majority enables HT Media Limited to proceed with Shri Sameer Singh's appointment as Managing Director & CEO, subject to completion of other formalities as may be required under applicable laws and regulations.