Dhanlaxmi Bank Limited

Dhanlaxmi Bank Ltd has reported strong business updates for the half-year ended September 30, 2026. Total business grew by 21.08% year-on-year to ₹36,500 Crore (provisional). Total deposits increased by 20.15% to ₹20,552 Crore, while CASA grew by 16.83% to ₹5,769 Crore. Gross advances saw a significant rise of 22.29% to ₹15,948 Crore. Notably, gold loans surged by 53.43% to ₹6,823 Crore, and MSME advances grew by 35.90% to ₹2,544 Crore. This provisional data is subject to statutory auditor review.

Dhanlaxmi Bank Ltd has announced the closure of its trading window for dealing in the bank's securities. This closure is effective from October 01, 2026, and will remain in effect until 48 hours after the declaration of the financial results for the quarter and half-year ended September 30, 2026. The measure is in compliance with SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, and applies to directors, designated persons, insiders, and connected persons.

Dhanlaxmi Bank Ltd has appointed M/s. Abraham & Jose, Chartered Accountants, and M/s G Natesan & Co., Chartered Accountants, as Joint Statutory Central Auditors. This appointment was approved by the shareholders at the 99th Annual General Meeting held on September 23, 2026. The Reserve Bank of India has also provided prior approval for this appointment. The auditors will serve from the conclusion of the 99th AGM to the conclusion of the next AGM.

Dhanlaxmi Bank Ltd held its 99th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on September 23, 2026, conducted entirely through video conferencing. The meeting complied with Companies Act, 2013, and relevant SEBI and MCA circulars for virtual meetings. The Chairman, Shri. K. N. Madhusoodanan, presided over the proceedings. Key attendees included the Managing Director & CEO, Executive Director, Independent Directors, Statutory Auditors, Secretarial Auditor, and a Scrutinizer. The agenda included the adoption of the Audited Balance Sheet as of March 31, 2026, and the Profit & Loss Account for the year ended that date, along with the Directors' and Independent Auditors' reports. Shareholders had the opportunity to ask questions, with 4 out of 14 registered Speaker Shareholders participating.

Dhanlaxmi Bank Ltd announced key directorial changes following its 99th Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on September 23, 2026. Dr. Jineesh Nath C.K has been re-appointed as a Non-Executive Non-Independent Director, liable to retire by rotation. Additionally, Sri. Rajan TX and Sri. T.V Rao have been appointed as Independent Directors, not liable to retire by rotation. Sri. Rajan TX's appointment is for five years effective July 29, 2026, bringing extensive experience from the Reserve Bank of India. Sri. T.V Rao's appointment is for three years effective September 01, 2026. These appointments are in compliance with SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Dhanlaxmi Bank Ltd has filed its Annual Report for the financial year 2025-26, as per SEBI regulations. The report details the bank's performance, vision, mission, and board of directors. It highlights the bank's extensive customer touchpoints, including 264 branches and 285 ATMs, serving over 549 customers. The bank aims to become a strong and innovative institution focused on integrity, social responsibility, and maximizing satisfaction for customers, employees, shareholders, and society. The report also lists the current Board of Directors, including additional and independent directors.

Dhanlaxmi Bank Ltd has issued a notice for its 99th Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM IST. The meeting will be conducted virtually through Video Conferencing (VC) / Other Audio-Visual Means (OAVM). The bank will also present its Annual Report for the financial year 2025-26. Key agenda items include the adoption of the audited financial statements for FY2025-26, the re-appointment of a director retiring by rotation, and the appointment of Joint Statutory Central Auditors for FY2026-27. E-voting will commence on September 20, 2026, and conclude on September 22, 2026. The notice and annual report will be available on the bank's website.

Dhanlaxmi Bank Ltd has announced its 99th Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM IST. The meeting will be conducted through Video Conferencing/Other Audio-Visual Means (VC/OAVM) in compliance with current regulations. The bank has set Thursday, September 17, 2026, as the cut-off date to determine shareholders eligible to vote electronically. The Register of Members and Share Transfer Books will be closed from September 18 to September 23, 2026, inclusive, for the purpose of the AGM. Further details, including the Notice of AGM and Annual Report, will be disseminated in due course.

Dhanlaxmi Bank Limited's Board of Directors has approved the 'Dhanlaxmi Bank Limited Employee Stock Option Plan - 2025' (ESOP 2025), subject to shareholder approval. The plan allows for the grant of up to 27,628,919 employee stock options. The exercise price will be the market price on the grant date. The scheme is compliant with SEBI regulations. Currently, no grants are being made as shareholder approval is pending.

Dhanlaxmi Bank Ltd has announced that its Board of Directors will convene on August 19, 2026. The primary agenda item for this meeting is to consider and approve the 'Dhanlaxmi Bank Limited Employee Stock Option Plan - 2025'. This approval is subject to the subsequent endorsement by the bank's shareholders, in compliance with SEBI (Share Based Employee Benefits and Sweat Equity) Regulations, 2021. The meeting notice was issued in accordance with Regulation 29 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.