Indian stock markets are expected to react to a series of corporate announcements and regulatory developments on February 18. Companies across infrastructure, power, telecom, hospitality, defence, and renewable energy have reported order wins, partnerships, stake changes, and leadership updates.

Here’s a detailed look at the key stocks to watch today.

GPT Infraprojects
The company’s joint venture with Rail Vikas Nigam Limited has secured a contract worth ₹1,201.36 crore.

Hexaware Technologies
In partnership with Replit, the company launched an open version of its AI platform RapidX® with native integration to Replit.

Bharti Airtel
The company received registration from the Reserve Bank of India as a Type II NBFC-ND (ICC), enabling it to commence non-banking financial operations.

The Ruby Mills
India Ratings and Research upgraded the company’s bank loan facilities to IND BBB+/Stable and removed the ‘Rating Watch with Developing Implications’.

Dilip Buildcon
The company has been declared L-1 bidder for a project awarded by the Narmada Water Resources Water Supply & Kalpasar Department, Government of Gujarat.

Eternal
The company announced a collaboration with OpenAI to advance AI infrastructure.

Panorama Studios
The company signed an MoU with Ada 360 Degree LLP for theatrical rights of the Hindi film ‘Shatak’.

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited
The company secured a captive power plant order valued between ₹1,200 crore and ₹1,500 crore from Steel Authority of India Limited.

Swelect Energy Systems
The company formed a joint venture for Solar BESS projects in ASEAN countries.

Godrej Industries
The group’s security solutions business secured a contract from Cochin International Airport Limited to deploy next-generation gates and perimeter security systems.

Chalet Hotels
The company received a stay order from the Karnataka High Court regarding the sale of its Whitefield property.

Bharat Electronics Limited and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
India and France have extended their defence agreement for another decade.

Indian Hotels Company Limited
The company signed a 115-key SeleQtions hotel in Devanahalli, Bengaluru.

Syngene International
Nippon India increased its stake in the company to 5.08% after acquiring an additional 2.6% stake.

Saatvik Green Energy
The company secured orders worth ₹44.1 crore for solar photovoltaic modules.

Ashok Leyland
The company partnered with Rajasthan Gramin Bank to offer financial solutions to customers.

Easy Trip Planners
Arthkumbh Ventures purchased 3.92 crore shares at ₹9.41 per share.

Dabur India
Mr. Herjit S. Bhalla has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer – India Business, effective April 15, 2026.

IGI India
The company approved incorporation of a wholly owned subsidiary in Saudi Arabia.

Axis Bank
The Competition Commission of India approved the acquisition of the portfolio management services business of Axis Securities Limited by Axis Asset Management Company Limited.

Adani Enterprises
Adani Road Transport Limited completed acquisition of a 49% stake in Sree Vishwa Varadhi Private Limited on February 17, 2026.

Engineers India Limited
The board will meet on February 26 to consider a dividend proposal.

Kotak Mahindra Bank
Dr. Ashok Gulati will retire as an Independent Director on March 5, 2026.

Adani Green Energy
The company incorporated a wholly owned step-down subsidiary, Skyspin Energy Limited, on February 17.

NTPC Limited
The company commenced operations for an additional 5 MW at its Bhilai Solar Project, taking total commercial capacity to 86,729 MW.

Bosch Limited
Tillmann Olsen has been appointed as CFO, and Karin Gilges will step down in May 2026.

TVS Motor Company
The company completed the sale of its stake in Roppen Transportation Services to MIH Investments One BV.