Domestic equity markets are expected to open on a firmer note after the previous session’s volatility. Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty 50 are likely to begin trade higher, tracking improved sentiment across global cues and stock-specific developments.

Several listed companies are in focus today following corporate announcements, regulatory updates, operational milestones, and financial disclosures.

Stocks to Watch Today – December 22

  • Crompton Greaves received a 20-year patent for an energy-efficient cooling invention integrating ceiling fans and air conditioners.

  • Indraprastha Gas (IGL) entered a joint venture with Hindustan Waste Treatment for a compressed biogas plant.

  • Jupiter Wagons promoter Tatravagonka acquired 28.72 lakh shares for Rs 134.99 crore at Rs 470 per share.

  • PVR Inox opened a two-screen multiplex in Leh, Ladakh.

  • KEC International received relief as the High Court stayed PGCIL’s order excluding the company from tenders for nine months.

  • Fortis Healthcare arm IHL signed definitive agreements to acquire TMI Healthcare and hospital assets.

  • Emmvee Photovoltaic Power commenced operations of a 2.5 GW solar module line in Bengaluru, raising total capacity to 10.3 GW.

  • Orissa Minerals Development reported net profit of Rs 3.1 crore versus Rs 0.8 crore YoY; revenue rose to Rs 25.1 crore.

  • NLC India announced the start of mining operations at the Pachwara South Open Cast Project.

  • Ramco Systems US arm signed an agreement with Powerhouse Engines to deploy next-gen aviation software.

  • RITES and the Government of Botswana signed an MoU to modernise railway and transport infrastructure.

  • Dish TV India won relief after the Bombay High Court dismissed a GST department appeal in a Cenvat credit case.

  • Univastu India approved an MoU with Urban Systems AB, Sweden.

  • East India Drums secured a contract from Munitions India Limited for supplying 200-litre steel barrels.

  • Fabtech Technologies Cleanrooms received an order worth Rs 330 million.

  • Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences acquired an additional 6.94% stake in Sarvejana Healthcare.

  • Vikram Solar saw India Ratings upgrade its long-term bank facilities rating to ‘IND A+’.

  • SEAMEC awarded a USD 3.25 million diving services contract to Adsun Offshore; arbitration proceedings with Maria Offshore and Jumbo Offshore closed.

  • Infosys reached a settlement in principle related to McCamish Systems lawsuits involving a USD 17.5 million payment; clarified no specific trigger behind ADR surge.

  • Great Eastern Shipping contracted to buy a second-hand VLGC built in South Korea in 2015.

  • Craftsman Automation subsidiary DR Axion India to acquire Suprash Developers and Srikara Technologies for Rs 145.8 crore.

  • Medi Assist Health Services saw HDFC Mutual Fund purchase 3.81 lakh shares at Rs 433 each.

  • Railway-related stocks in focus after announcement of marginal fare hikes for long-distance travel beyond 215 km from December 26.

  • Soma Textiles & Industries secured two construction orders from its holding company Roadway Solutions India Infra.

  • Hinduja Global Solutions received interim relief from the Bombay High Court in the NXTDigital demerger case.

  • Titagarh Rail Systems rolled out its first driverless metro trainset for Ahmedabad.

  • GE Vernova T&D India won a multi-year contract from AESL Projects for a 2,500 MW HVDC VSC terminal station.

  • Anupam Rasayan India acquired 100% of US-based Jayhawk Fine Chemicals from CABB Group.

  • Waaree Energies to invest USD 30 million in United Solar Holding Inc via Series B preferred shares.

  • Archean Chemical Industries extended a Rs 150 crore loan to subsidiary Neun Infra for a semiconductor project.

  • Coromandel International Executive Vice Chairman Natarajan Srinivasan resigned effective December 20.

  • Bank of Baroda received USD 29.39 million from the liquidator of India International Bank Malaysia.

  • Vodafone Idea received a GST tax demand of Rs 44.7 crore from CBIC, Guwahati.

  • Urban Company received a GST demand of Rs 56.43 crore and plans to file an appeal.

  • Adani Enterprises in focus after reports on potential nuclear energy foray following policy changes.

  • Eraaya Lifespaces withdrew its equity issue application; Supreme Court dismissed review plea of former EBIX CEO.

  • Tata Chemicals unit to acquire 100% equity of Novabay at an enterprise value of EUR 25 million.

  • ZF Commercial Vehicle Control Systems India received a CGST demand order of Rs 39.83 crore plus interest and penalty.

  • IHCL sold a 25.52% stake in Taj GVK to the GVK-Bhupal family and moved to a management agreement model.

  • The Ramco Cements saw ICRA reaffirm ratings for its Rs 1,300 crore NCDs at ‘AA+ (Stable)’.

  • Albert David Managing Director and CEO Umesh Manohar Kunte resigned effective December 18, 2025.

  • TTK Prestige CIO Ramasubramaniam R resigned effective December 19, 2025.

  • Emami received reaffirmation of bank facility ratings by CARE Ratings.

  • Tata Steel acquired 1.49 billion equity shares of T Steel Holdings Pte for USD 150 million.

  • REC incorporated Ambernath Power Transmission Limited as a wholly owned subsidiary.

  • Granules India said USFDA inspection at Granules Life Sciences concluded with five procedural observations.

  • John Cockerill India executed an SPA to acquire 100% stake in Belgium-based John Cockerill Metals International SA.

  • Sudeep Pharma reported net profit of Rs 45.7 crore versus Rs 48.7 crore YoY; revenue increased to Rs 160 crore.

Disclaimer: The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial or investment advice. Stock market investments are subject to market risks. Always conduct your own research or consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions. Author or Business Upturn is not liable for any losses arising from the use of this information.