Indian Stock Market Roundup: Kotak Mahindra Bank, Hero MotoCorp, Maruti Suzuki, and More
Kotak Mahindra Bank appoints Paritosh Kashyap as Executive Director. Hero MotoCorp reports 8% YoY growth in two-wheeler sales. Maruti Suzuki faces 6.3% decline in production. Bharat Electronics secures orders worth Rs 644 crore. United Breweries expands Kingfisher production in Andhra Pradesh. Leadership changes in HDFC Bank, IndusInd Bank, and Aditya Birla Capital. Indraprastha Gas forms JV for solar power project. Prestige Estates issues Rs 1,000 crore corporate guarantee. Ceat acquires Michelin Group's business and invests $171 million in Sri Lanka.

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In a series of significant developments across various sectors of the Indian stock market, several companies have reported notable updates. Here's a comprehensive roundup of the key events:
Kotak Mahindra Bank Welcomes New Executive Director
Kotak Mahindra Bank has received approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for the appointment of Paritosh Kashyap as Executive Director. The bank announced that Mr. Kashyap has officially joined the Board as a Whole-time Director, effective September 1. With over 30 years of experience in Banking and Financial Services within the Kotak Mahindra Group, Mr. Kashyap brings a wealth of expertise to his new role.
Hero MotoCorp Reports Strong Sales
Hero MotoCorp, a leading two-wheeler manufacturer, has reported impressive sales figures. The company sold 5.50 lakh two-wheelers, marking an 8.00% year-over-year growth. This growth was primarily driven by a substantial 52.90% increase in scooter sales and a 4.90% rise in motorcycle sales.
Maruti Suzuki Faces Production Decline
In contrast to Hero MotoCorp's positive performance, Maruti Suzuki reported a 6.30% decline in total production. The company's production dropped to 1.58 lakh units.
Bharat Electronics Secures New Orders
Bharat Electronics has bolstered its order book with additional orders worth Rs 644.00 crore since July 30. This development signals potential growth opportunities for the company in the coming months.
United Breweries Expands Kingfisher Production
United Breweries is set to expand its Kingfisher production at the Ilios Brewery in Andhra Pradesh. This move is likely aimed at meeting growing demand and strengthening the company's market position.
Leadership Changes in Banking Sector
Several banks have announced changes in their leadership teams:
- HDFC Bank's Chief of Internal Vigilance, Sachin Suryakant Rane, has resigned from his position.
- IndusInd Bank has appointed Pragati Gondhalekar as the new Head of Internal Audit.
- Aditya Birla Capital has named Vishakha Mulye as MD & CEO for a five-year term, while Rakesh Singh has been appointed as Executive Director & CEO of the NBFC division until July 2027.
Other Notable Updates
- Indraprastha Gas has formed a joint venture with RVUNL for a solar power project, holding a 74% stake in the venture.
- Prestige Estates has issued a Rs 1,000.00 crore corporate guarantee for a subsidiary loan.
- Ceat has acquired Michelin Group's CAMSO construction compact line business and announced a $171.00 million investment in Sri Lanka.
These developments across various sectors reflect the dynamic nature of the Indian stock market and highlight the strategic moves being made by companies to strengthen their market positions and drive growth.