Description

Extension of acquisition window for Esha Media Research Limited takeover from January 27, 2026 to January 28, 2026 due to SEBI holiday and Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Elections.

Summary

BSE has revised the acquisition window timeline for the takeover of Esha Media Research Limited. The acquisition window has been extended by one day from Tuesday, January 27, 2026 to Wednesday, January 28, 2026. This revision is necessitated by the SEBI holiday on Monday, January 26, 2026 and the exchange holiday on Thursday, January 15, 2026 declared due to Municipal Corporation Elections in Maharashtra.

Key Points

  • Acquisition window extended from January 27, 2026 to January 28, 2026
  • Extension is continuation of notice no. 20260109-23 issued on January 09, 2026
  • Excludes Monday, January 26, 2026 (SEBI Holiday)
  • Excludes Thursday, January 15, 2026 (Exchange Holiday - Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Elections)
  • Applies to equity segment
  • Notice issued by Mangesh Tayde, Deputy Vice President, Listing Business Relationship

Regulatory Changes

No regulatory changes. This is an operational schedule adjustment to accommodate public holidays.

Compliance Requirements

All market participants involved in the acquisition of Esha Media Research Limited must note the revised acquisition window timeline. Participants should adjust their trading and settlement activities accordingly for the extended date.

Important Dates

  • January 13, 2026: Notice issued
  • January 15, 2026: Exchange Holiday (Maharashtra Municipal Corporation Elections)
  • January 26, 2026: SEBI Holiday (excluded from acquisition window)
  • January 27, 2026: Original acquisition window date
  • January 28, 2026: Revised acquisition window date

Impact Assessment

This revision has minimal market-wide impact as it affects only the specific takeover process for Esha Media Research Limited. The one-day extension allows proper processing time given the intervening holidays. Participants in this acquisition should update their schedules accordingly. No impact on regular trading activities or other securities.

Impact Justification

Procedural revision affecting specific takeover timeline for single company. Limited market-wide impact but important for participants in this acquisition.