Several companies are likely to stay in focus on August 24 as fresh updates hit the market. From regulatory approvals and government notices to new board appointments, acquisitions, and index reshuffles, let’s take a look at the stocks that will be on investors radar today.
Market recap
Indian markets slipped into the red on August 22, with both benchmark indices closing sharply lower. The Sensex dropped 693.86 points, or 0.85%, to settle at 81,306.85, while the Nifty slipped 213.65 points, or 0.85%, to end just below the 24,900 mark at 24,870.10.
Stocks to watch on August 25, 2025
Yes Bank
Private lender Yes Bank has received a regulatory nod for a deeper foreign stake. The Reserve Bank of India has allowed Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) to increase its holding to 24.99% from the current 20%. SMBC had picked up this stake in May 2025 by purchasing shares from SBI and a group of other banks. The approval remains valid for one year.
JSW Steel
The government of Odisha has issued a demand notice of Rs 1,472.69 crore to JSW Steel for the Jajang iron ore block in Keonjhar. The payment, due within 15 days, relates to a shortfall in despatches during the fifth year of the lease, covering June 2024 to June 2025. The notice has been issued under Rule 12A(2) of the Mineral Concession Rules, 2016.
JSW Infrastructure
JSW Infrastructure has made multiple boardroom changes. Neeta Mukerji has been appointed as an Independent Director for a three-year term starting August 23. Alongside, Devki Nandan Sharma has joined as a Whole-Time Director, while J Nagarajan steps in as CFO. The company also inducted Debabrat Mishra into its senior management team.
Anil Ambani group
Amid the ongoing probe into an alleged Rs 2,929 crore bank fraud, Anil Ambani has issued a statement distancing himself from day-to-day management at the time of the transactions. His spokesperson said the matter dates back over a decade, when Ambani was only a non-executive director. The statement also pointed out that proceedings against five other non-executive directors have already been withdrawn.
Reliance Industries
Reliance Industries (RIL), through its subsidiary Nauyaan Tradings, has acquired the remaining 6.1% stake in Nauyaan Shipyard Pvt Ltd from Welspun Corp Ltd for Rs 45.32 crore. With this deal, the shipyard business becomes a fully owned step-down subsidiary of RIL.
Titagarh Rail
Titagarh Rail Systems announced a new order worth Rs 91.12 crore from Banaras Locomotive Works. The contract is for the complete shell assembly of WAG-9HC locomotives and is expected to be executed by August 2026. This comes shortly after the company received another order from Garden Reach Shipbuilders.
IndiGo, Max Healthcare Join Nifty 50; Hero MotoCorp, IndusInd Exit
The NSE’s semi-annual index review has brought notable changes to the Nifty 50 benchmark. From September 30, InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo) and Max Healthcare will enter the index, while Hero MotoCorp and IndusInd Bank will move out.
In the Nifty 100, companies such as Dabur India, Hero MotoCorp, ICICI Prudential Life, IndusInd Bank, and Swiggy will exit. Replacements include Hindustan Zinc, Max Healthcare, Mazagon Dock, Siemens Energy India, and Solar Industries. Consequently, the Nifty Next 50 will also see adjustments.