Board cites due diligence delay for listing norms non-compliance
Reliable Data Services addressed fines levied by NSE and BSE for non-compliance with Regulation 17(1) regarding Board composition. The Board clarified the delay was due to due diligence issues and appointed Mrs. Bhoomika Aditya Gupta as Independent Director in February 2026. The company paid fines of ₹47,200 to each exchange and submitted waiver applications.

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Reliable Data Services Limited addressed fines levied by the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) and BSE Limited for non-compliance with Regulation 17(1) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The Board, in a meeting held on May 30, 2026, clarified that the delay in appointing a woman director was not wilful but resulted from issues identified during the due diligence process of prospective candidates. The company has since appointed Mrs. Bhoomika Aditya Gupta (DIN: 02630074) as an Independent Director effective February 14, 2026, restoring compliance.
Board Comments and Compliance Timeline
The Board noted that the company had initiated timely steps to fill the casual vacancy and kept the exchanges informed. At a meeting on November 14, 2025, the Board deliberated on the appointment but deferred the decision due to concerns arising during due diligence. Subsequently, on February 14, 2026, the Board approved the appointment of Mrs. Bhoomika Aditya Gupta. The company has paid the applicable fines and submitted waiver applications to both exchanges via the NEAPS portal.
Regulatory Penalties and Waiver
The exchanges imposed fines for the quarter ended December 2025. The NSE levied a total fine of ₹47,200, including GST, while the BSE levied a similar amount. The penalties related to the failure to maintain the required Board composition. The company emphasized its commitment to corporate governance and advised management to ensure strict compliance going forward.
| Exchange | Regulation | Quarter | Basic Fine (₹) | GST (₹) | Total Payable (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSE | Regulation 17(1) | Dec 2025 | 40,000 | 7,200 | 47,200 |
| BSE | Regulation 17(1) | Dec 2025 | 40,000 | 7,200 | 47,200 |
Historical Stock Returns for Reliable Data Services
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.48% | -1.32% | +16.92% | +0.84% | +100.89% | +513.76% |
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