Board seeks waiver of NSE fine for board composition non-compliance

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AI summary

NSE fined RailTel for not meeting SEBI LODR rules on board composition (Regulations 17 to 21) for the quarter ended 30 June 2025. The Board said appointing Independent Directors is beyond its control as this power lies with the President of India through the Ministry of Railways. RailTel has requested NSE to waive the fine.

Likely market impact

Minor fine with a valid defence. RailTel cites government control over director appointments and seeks waiver, so financial impact should be limited.