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ISIN No INE921B01025 BSE Code / NSE Code 530393 / DBSTOCKBRO Book Value (Rs.) 21.63 Face Value 2.00
Bookclosure 27/09/2024 52Week High 49 EPS 0.89 P/E 48.01
Market Cap. 149.49 Cr. 52Week Low 23 P/BV / Div Yield (%) 1.97 / 0.00 Market Lot 1.00
Security Type Other

DIRECTOR'S REPORT

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Year End :2025-03 

The Board of Directors presents the Thirty-Third (33rd) Integrated Annual Report of DB

(International) Stock Brokers Limited (“the Company” or ) on the business and operations of the
Company together with the Audited Financial Statements for the financial year ended as on 3 Is1 March
2025.

1. FINANCIAL RESl i IS

During the year under review, the Financial Results of the Company are as follows:

Particulars

Consolidated

Standalone

Year ended
31'1 March, 2025

Year ended

31* March,
2024

Year ended
31* March, 2025

Year ended
31" March, 2024

(A) Total Income

4209.84

4825.71

4108.88

4725.56

(B) Finance Costs

198.58

233.52

192.21

228.99

(C) Fees and

Commission

Expenses

33.88

15.54

33.88

15.54

(D) Total Net
Income (D=A-
B C)

3977.38

4576.65

3882.79

4481.03

(E) Operating
Expenses and
Others

3118.78

3203.62

3083.28

3153.59

(F) Earnings
Before

Depreciation,
Amortization
and Tax(F=D-E)

858.60

1373.02

799.51

1327.44

(G)Dcpreciation,

Amortization

and

Impairment

148.14

204.19

143.85

198.98

(H) Profit Before
Tax (ll=F-G)

710.46

1168.84

655.66

1128.47

(I) Total Income
Tax Expense

131.72

264.06

131.30

264.08

(J) Profit For The
Year From
Continuing
Operations

(J=H-I)

578.74

904.78

524.36

864.39

(K) Loss After
Tax From
Discontinued
Operations

-

-

-

(1.) Profit For
The Year (L=J-
K)

578.74

904.78

524.36

864.39

(M) Basic EPS

ro

1.65

2.59

1.50

2.47

(N) Diluted EPS

m

1.65

2.59

1.50

2.47

(O)Opening
Balance of
Retained
Earnings

4831.17

3924.24

4623.30

3756.76

(P) Closing
Balance of
Retained
Earnings

5390.86

4831.17

5128.62

4623.30

OPERATIONS REVIEW

During the reporting Financial Year, your directors inform you that there was a slight decrease in the
overall revenue and the Company is able to maintain a healthy growth.

Your directors are confident in achieving higher revenue and profits in the coming years too. as the
opportunities arc huge and your company is capable of exploiting the same productivity

2. STATE OF COMPANY’S AFFAIRS A NO CHANGE IN NATURE OF BUSINESS

The Company recorded total revenue of Rs. 4209.84 Lakh for the financial year ended March 31. 2025,
representing a slight decrease from Rs. 4825.71 Lakh in the previous year. Net profit before tax for the
year dropped to Rs. 578.74 Lakh reflecting a notable de-growth from 904.78 Lakh in the prior year.

The Company remains actively engaged in the Stock Broking business, continuing to strengthen its
position in the market.

There have been no changes to the Company’s business operations during the financial year ending March
31,2025.

3. DIV IDEND AM) TRANSFER TO RESERVES

The Board of Directors has chosen not to recommend any dividend for the financial year ended March 31.
2025.

After careful consideration, the Board deemed it more prudent to reinvest the profits back into the
Company's operations. This decision aims to fortify the Company's reserve base, which will, in turn,
support future growth and expansion.

Consequently, the Board has resolved to retain the entire profit within Retained Earnings. As such, no
amount has been transferred to General Reserves for the year ended March 31,2025.

4. TRANSFER TO INVESTOR EDUCATION AM) PROTECTION FUND (IEPF)

During the year under review, the Company had not transferred any amount/shares to the IEPE.

5. CAPITAL STRUCTURE
Authorized Share Capital

The Authorized Share Capital of the Company as of the date 31 March 2025 remains unchanged at ?
10,00,00.000 (Rupees Ten Crorc Only) equity share capital divided into 5.00,00,000 Equity Shares
of? 2 each.

Paid up Share C apital

The Paid-up share capital as of 31* March 2025 stands at ? 7,00,00,000/- (Rupees Seven Crorc
Only) comprising 3,50.00,000 equity shares of? 2/- each fully paid up.

6. DEPOSITS

During the Financial Year 2024-25, the Company has not invited or accepted any deposits from the
public/ members under the provisions of Sections 73 and 76 of the Companies Act. 2013 ('‘the Act") read
with Companies (Acceptance of Deposits) Rules. 2014.

7. MATERIAL CHANGES AND COMMITMENT IF ANY AFFECTING THE
FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE COMPANY

There arc no significant changes or new commitments that would impact the financial position of the
Company from the conclusion of the Financial Year covered by these Financial Statements up to the date
of this report.

This means that, aside from the financial results presented in the statements, no events, transactions, or
obligations have arisen during this period that would materially alter the Company’s financial standing or
performance.

8. SUBSIDIARIES, ASSOCIATES AND JOINT VENTURE

The Company proudly holds a 99.99% stake in its wholly owned subsidiary. Daga Business
(International) Stock Brokers (IFSC) Private Limited.

In accordance with the requirements set forth under Section 134(3) of the Companies Act, 2013, along
with Rule 8 of the Companies ( Accounts) Rules. 2014, we have enclosed a statement highlighting the key
features of the subsidiary’s financial statements in the prescribed Format AOC-1, which can be found in
Annexure-lX to this report.

Additionally, the Company does not have any Joint Ventures or Associate Companies during the
Financial Year or up until the date of this report.

9. CONSERVATION OF ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY ABSORPTION, FOREIGN
EXCHANGE EARNINGS AND OUTGO

The particulars of conservation of energy, technology absorption, and Foreign exchange earnings and
outgo are as under:

1) Conservation of energy: Information on Conservation of energy as prescribed under Section 134(3)
(m) of the Act read with the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 is not applicable to the present

activities of your Company and hence no annexure forms part of this report.

2) Technology absorption: The management stays updated on industry advancements and has
adopted accounting systems, compliance management tools etc.

3) Foreign exchange earnings and outgo for the Financial Year 2024-25: Nil
II).
RISK MANAGEMENT POLICY

The Company has a well-defined risk management framework in place. Further, it has established
procedures to periodically place before the Hoard, the risk assessment and management measures. The
details of the risks faced by the Company and the mitigation thereof are discussed in detail in the
Management Discussion and Analysis report as per “Annexure-I” to this Report.

11. CORPORATE GOV ERNANCE

As required by Regulation 34 of the Securities and Exchange Hoard of India (Listing Obligations and
Disclosure Requirements) Regulations. 2015 (‘Listing Regulations'), a detailed Report on Corporate
Governance is included in the .Annual Report as
“Anncxurc-V”.

Compliance Certificate pursuant to Regulation 34 of the Listing Regulations certified by M s. Surya
Gupta & Associates. Practicing Company Secretaries is annexed with this Annual report as
“Annexure-VI”.

12. CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR) INITIATIVES

During the Financial Year 2024-25. the provisions of Section 135 of the Act applied to the Company
accordingly, the Company has spent over two percent of the average net profits of your Company
during the three preceding financial years i.e. ? 19.00,000 (Rupees Nineteen Lakhs Only) towards CSR
activities.

Your Company has undertaken CSR activities with the objectives as follows:

• To provide free, wholesome meals to underserved patients and their attendants in government
hospitals together with Hare Krishna Movement.

• Towards Upliftment of Tribal Communities all across India, several categories together with Vanvasi

Kalvaan Aashram.

*

• To serve stray, abandoned cows, bulls, retired oxen, and orphaned calves and to provide them fresh
grass, clean water, medical treatment, and a shelter where they can recover from injuries and stay
peacefully together with Shri Jadkhor Gaudham.

• To serve stray, abandoned cows, bulls, retired oxen, and orphaned calves and to provide them fresh
grass, clean water, medical treatment, and a shelter where they can recover from injuries and stay
peacefully together with DB Foundation.

The CSR policy is available at https://vvww.dbonhne.in/Corporate Social Resnonsihilitv.aspx
The Annual Report on our CSR activities is annexed as “Annexure IP.

In terms of Section 135 of the Act read with Rules and in accordance with the CSR Policy and the
Annual Action Plan.

13. LOANS, GUARANTEES OR INVESTMENTS

During the Financial Year 2024-25, the Company has not granted any loans, given any guarantee, or
provided any security in connection with a loan to a person or body corporate or made investments within
the meaning of Section 186 of the Act.

14. PARTICULARS OF CONTRACTS OR ARRANGEMENTS MADE WITH
RELATED PARTIES

All related party transactions that were entered during the financial year were on arm's length basis and
were in the ordinary course of the business as stated in the Financial Statements. In terms of the Act. there
were no materially significant related party transactions entered by the Company with its Promoters,
Directors. Key Managerial Personnel and its wholly owned subsidiary companies, or other designated
persons, which may have a potential conflict with the interest of the Company at large.

None of the transactions with related parties fall under the scope of Section 188(1) of the Act.
Accordingly, the disclosure of related party transactions as required under Section 134(3) (h) of the Act in
Form AOC-2 is not applicable to the Company for FY 2024-25 and hence does not form part of this
report.

The Company's Policy on Materiality of Related Party Transactions and on dealing with Related Party
Transactions is available on the website of the Company and can be accessed through the link:
https://www.dbonline.in/Admin/Pdf/1518223656POLICY FOR DETF.RMTNATION OF MATERIA LI
TY_OF_EVENTS%2028072023.pdf

Disclosure pursuant to Regulation 34(3) and Schedule V of Listing Regulations are Not Applicable during
the period under review.

15. STATUTORY AUDITORS

In accordance with the provisions of Sections 139, 142. and other applicable sections of the Companies
Act, 2013, along with the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules. 2014, and the Listing Regulations as
amended from time to time (including any statutory modifications or amendments), it has been
recommended and approved by the Audit Committee, and subsequently by the Board of Directors, that
M/S ATK & Associates, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration Number: 0189180. will continue to
serve as the Statutory Auditors of the Company. Their appointment will remain in effect until the
conclusion of the 36th Annual General Meeting (AGM).

The remuneration for their services will be determined on a progressive billing basis, with the specific
terms and amounts to be agreed upon between the Auditors and the Board of Directors. This decision
ensures that the Company maintains a high standard of financial scrutiny and compliance with statutory
auditing requirements.

16. STATUTORY AUDIT & SECRETARIAL AUDIT AND ADVERSE
COMMENTS BY AUDITORS

There were no qualifications, reservations, adverse remarks, or disclaimers made by M/s. ATK &
Associates
(Firm Registration No. 01891 SC) Statutory Auditors in their Audit Report.

M/s Surya Gupta & Associates. Practicing Company Secretaries in their Audit Reports for the FY
2024-25 had mentioned a qualification in their report. The Secretarial Auditor's report by Mr.
Suryakant Gupta proprietor of M/s. Surya Gupta & Associates. Practicing Company Secretaries has
been obtained and annexed as per
‘•Annexure-lH” to diis Report.

Qualification by Secretarial Auditor: The disclosure purs mint to Regulation 30(6) read with Schedule III
of SEBJ (LODR) Regulations, 20 J 5 to Stock Exchanges regarding the resignation of former Company
Secretary of the Company was filed with a slight delay due to an internal technical issue of the Company.
The Company had made the intimation in the first working day. \The Exchange had acknowledged the reason
for the delay and no further queries or communication was received from the Exchange

Explanations or comments by the Hoard on even' qualification. reservation adverse remark or disclaimer
made
- Due to some internal technical issue, the Company had made the intimation as soon as possible in the fust

half of theft's! working Jay after the date of occurrence of event. Further, the Board shall improve the compliance
system to avoid the recurrence of all such instances.

Further in Compliance with Regulation 24A of the Listing Regulations and SEBI Circular No.

CIR/CFD/CMD/1/27/2019 dated 08th February, 2019. a report on Secretarial Compliance issued by

M/s. Surya Gupta & Associates, for the year ended 3lM March. 2025, has been submitted to Stock
Exchange and the same is also available on the website of the Company at

httpsr/wvvw.dbonline.in/SccreatarialComplianceReportl.aspx

Note: For the Financial year 2025-26, the Board of Directors appointed M/s Surya Gupta &.
Associates, Practicing Company Secretaries to conduct the Secretarial Audit.

17. REPORTING OF FRAUDS

There was no instance of fraud reported by auditors during the year under review, which is required
to report to the Audit Committee and/or Board under Section 143(12) of the Act and Rules framed
there under.

18. DIRECTOR'S & KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL

As of 31st March. 2025. the Company’s Board of Directors consists 6 Directors comprising an
optimum combination of Executive and Non-Executive Directors including one woman director.

The composition and Category' of Directors as of 31M March 2025 are as follows:

Category

No. of Directors

Name of Directors

Executive Director

2

Mr. Shiv Narayan Daga

Ms. Shikha Mundra

Non-executive
Independent Directors

3

Mr. Milap Chandra Bothra

Mr. Harak Chand Sogani

Mr. Chakraworty Bansal

Non-executive Non- Independent
Directors

1

Mr. Sachin Kumar Rathi

• Mr. Shiv Narayan Daga. Managing Director is termed Key Managerial Person (KMP) within the
meaning of Section 203( I) of the Act.

• Ms. Shikha Mundra holds the post of Executive Women Director and Mr. Sachin Kumar Rathi holds
the post of Non-Executive Non- Independent Director during the Financial Year.

• Mr. Milap Chand Bothra. Mr. Harak Chand Sogani and Mr. Chakraworty Bansal are the continuing
Non-executive Independent Directors of the Company.

• Mr. Sanjeev Kumar Rawal and Ms. Prachi Sharma are KMPs designated as Chief Financial Officer
and Company Secretary of the Company respectively.

THE DETAILS OF DIRECTORS OR KEY MANAGERIAL PERSONNEL WHO WERE
APPOINTED OR RESIGNED DURING THE YEAR

Directors:

Further. Mr. Tarun Kansal has resigned with effect from 1st February, 2025. due to his preoccupation and
other personal commitments. Ms. Sunita Sudani was appoionted as Non-Executive Independent Directors
of the Company with effect from 15th January 2025 resigned due to her personal commitments with
effect from 12th February, 2025.

The Company had approved the appointment of Mr. Chakraworty Bansal as Non-Executive
Independent Directors of the Company with effect from 15th January 2025.

19. DIRECTORS APPOINTMENT AM) REMUNERATION

The Company has established and rigorously adheres to comprehensive policies regarding the
appointment and remuneration of directors.

These policies include clear criteria for evaluating qualifications, assessing positive attributes,
determining the independence of directors, and addressing all other matters as stipulated under sub-section
(3) of Section 178 of the Companies Act, 2013. The Company ensures full compliance with both the letter
and the spirit of these provisions, upholding the highest standards of governance and transparency.

20. PERFORMANCE EVALUATION OF THE BOARD

Regulation 4 of Listing Regulations mandates that Ihe Hoard shall monitor and review the Board
Evaluation framework. The Act states that a formal annual evaluation needs to be made by the Board of
its own performance and that of its committees and individual Directors.

Schedule IV of the Act and Regulation 17(10) of Listing Regulations states that the performance
evaluation of Independent Directors shall be done by the entire Board of Directors, excluding the Director
being evaluated.

The evaluation of all the Directors and the Board as a whole was conducted based on the criteria and
framework adopted by the Board. The evaluation process has been explained in the Corporate Governance
Report and lorms part of this report. However, the actual evaluation process shall remain confidential and
shall be a constructive mechanism to improve the effectiveness of the Board/Committee.

21. ANNUAL RETURN

Pursuant to Section 134(3) (a) and Section 92(3) of the Act read with Rule 12(1) of the Companies
(Management and Administration). Rules, 2014, a copy of the Annual Return of the Company as required
under the Act will be available on the website of the Company at
https://www.dbonlinc.in/AnnualRctuni 1 ,aspx

22. VIGIL MECHANISM / WHISTLE-BLOWER POLICY

Your Company is deeply committed to upholding the highest standards of ethical, moral, and legal
business conduct. In line with this commitment, the Board of Directors has established a robust Whistle
Blower Policy, strictly compliant with die provisions of Section 177(9) of the Companies Act and die
relevant Listing Regulations. This policy empowers employees to raise concerns about any form of
discrimination, harassment, victimization, or other unfair practices in a safe and confidential manner.

The policy offers a clear framework and process for employees to voice concerns without fear of
retaliation. Detailed information about the Whistle Blower Policy and the Vigil Mechanism can be found
in the Corporate Governance Report, which is an integral part of this document.

Furthermore, a quarterly report summarizing the whistle blower complaints received is presented to die
Audit Committee for thorough review. This mechanism ensures strictly compliance with the Act and is
designed to foster a culture of transparency and accountability. The policy is also easily accessible on the
Company's website at
https://ww w.dhonline.in/

23. PREVENTION OF INSIDER TRADING

The Company has adopted a Code of Conduct for the prevention of Insider Trading with a view to
regulate trading in securities by die Directors and designated employees of the Company. The Code
requires pre-clearance for dealing in the Company's shares and prohibits the purchase or sale of Company
shares by the Directors and the designated employees while in possession of unpublished price-sensitive
information in relation to the Company and during the period when the Trading Window is closed. The
Board is responsible for the implementation of the Code.The policy is also easily accessible on the
Company's website at
https://www.dbonline.in/

All Board Directors and die designated employees have confirmed compliance with the Code of conduct

Policy on Insider Trading

Based on the requirements under SEB1 (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations. 2015. as amended
from time to time, the Company has adopted a Code of Conduct for Prevention of Insider Trading and
Policy on Disclosure of Material Events/ Information which is applicable to all Directors and the
Designated Employees of the Company. The Code lays down the guidelines, which advise on the
procedures to be followed and disclosures to be made while dealing in shares of the Company and
indicate the consequences of non-compliance. A copy of the Code has been put on the
Company’s website
https://www.dhonlinc.in

24. CODE OF CONDUCT

Your Company has in place, a Code of Conduct all Board Members and Senior Management Personnel of
the Company, which reflects the legal and ethical values to which your Company is strongly committed.
The Board Members and Senior Management of the Company have affirmed compliance with the Code of
Conduct applicable to them, lor the FY ended 31st March. 2025. A declaration signed by the Managing
Director to this effect is annexed hereto as “Annexure VIP*, t he Code of Conduct is available on the
Company's website www.dbonIine.com.

25. POLICIES

As per the Listing Regulations, all listed companies are required to formulate specific policies to ensure
transparency and governance. Our Company has complied with these requirements and made all relevant
policies available on our website at
w\>w.dhonline.com for easy access by stakeholders.

26. CFO CERTIFICATION

The Chief Financial Officer has duly provided a certificate to the Board as contemplated in Regulation
17(8) of the Listing Regulations.

Pursuant to Regulation 33(2) (a) the CEO is required to sign the Certificate of the Company certifying that
the financial results do not contain any false or misleading statement or figures and do not omit any
material fact, which may make the statements or figures contained therein misleading. The CFO has given
the Certificate to fulfill the Listing Regulations requirement is annexed as “Annexure-VIH". forming part
of this Report.

27. EVENT-BASE!) DISCLOSURES

During the year under review, the Company has not taken up any of the following activities:-

i. Issue of sweat equity share: NA

ii. Issue of shares with differential rights: NA

iii. Issue of shares (including sweat equity shares) to employees of the Company: NA.

iv. Disclosure on purchase by Company or giving of loans by it for purchase of its shares: NA

v. Buy back shares: NA

vi. Disclosure about revision: NA

vii. Preferential Allotment of Shares: NA

viii. Issue of equity shares with differential rights as to dividend, voting: NA

28. BOARD MEETINGS

During the financial year under review, the Board of Directors of the company met Four (4) times to
transact the business of the Company in accordance with Regulation 17(2) of SEBI (LODR)
Regulations, 2015 and provisions contained in Section 173 (1) of the Act read with Rules made
thereunder.

The details of the vear under review are presented hereunder:

S .No.

Dates of the Board Meetings held

Total number of Directors

Entitled to attend

Attended

1.

30* April. 2024

6

6

2.

30"' July, 2024

6

6

3.

05,,! November, 2024

6

6

4.

150! January. 2025

6

6

29. DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS

The Non-Executive Independent Directors of the Company have provided a declaration affirming that
they continue to meet the criteria outlined for Independent Directors under Section 149(6) of the
Companies Act and Regulation 16 of the Listing Regulations.

Additionally, in accordance with Rule 8(5)(a) of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014. as amended, the
Hoard of Directors affirms that, in its opinion, all Independent Directors appointed during the Financial
Year 2024-25. as approved by the Members, are individuals of impeccable integrity and possess the
relevant expertise and experience essential for the role.

Moreover, the Independent Directors have successfully completed the online proficiency self-assessment
test conducted by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs, further underscoring their commitment to
excellence and continuous professional development.

30. DIRECTORS RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT

In accordance with the provisions of Section 134(5) of the Companies Act. the Board of Directors of your
Company, to the best of their knowledge, understanding, and the information provided to them, confirm
the following:

• The preparation of the annual Financial Statements for the Financial Year ended 3151 March 2025 has been
done in accordance with the relevant accounting standards, with no significant deviations from the
prescribed norms.

• The Company has adopted consistent accounting policies and has made sound judgments and reasonable
estimates to ensure the financial statements present a true and accurate picture of the Company’s financial
position as of the end of the financial year, as well as its performance during the period.

• Adequate measures have been taken to maintain accurate and comprehensive accounting records in line
with the requirements of the Act. to safeguard the Company's assets and prevent any fraudulent activities
or irregularities.

• The annual financial statements have been prepared assuming the Company will continue as a going
concern.

• The Directors have implemented effective internal financial controls, which arc adequate and functioning
as intended.

• The Directors have established reliable systems to ensure compliance with all relevant laws and
regulations, and these systems are effective and operating as designed.

31. COMPANY’S POLICY ON DIRECTORS* APPOINTMENT AND
REMUNERATION INCLUDING CRITERIA FOR DETERMINING
QUALIFICATIONS. POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES, INDEPENDENCE OF A
DIRECTOR AND OTHER MATTERS PROV IDED UNDER SUB- SECTION (3) OF
SECTION 178:-

Thc assessment and appointment of Members to the Board arc based on a combination of criteria that
includes ethics, personal and professional stature, domain expertise, gender diversity, and specific
qualifications required for the position.

The potential Board Member is also assessed on the basis of independence criteria defined in Section
149(6) of the Act. In accordance with Section 178(3) of the Act and Regulation 19(4) of Listing
Regulations on the recommendations of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, the Board

adopted a remuneration policy for Directors, Key Management Personnel (KMPs) and Senior
Management. The Policy is attached as part of the Corporate Governance Report. We affirm that the
remuneration paid to the Directors is as per the terms laid down in the Nomination and Remuneration
Policy of the Company.

32. BOARD C OMMITTEE

The company has Six Committees of Board, via

• Audit Committee

• Stakeholders Relationship Committee

• Nomination and Remuneration Committee

• Independent Directors Committee

• Corporate Social Responsibility Committee

Information on the Audit Committee. Nomination and Remuneration Committee, Stakeholders’
Relationship Committee. Corporate Social Responsibility Committee, Independent Directors
Committee and Credit Facility Committee and meetings of those Committees held during the year is
given in the Corporate Governance Report enclosed as “Annexure- V'\

33. SEPARATE MEETING OF INDEPENDENT DIRECTORS

During the year under review, the Independent Directors of the Company held a separate meeting, without
the presence of Non-Independent Directors or management, to conduct an in-depth review of several key
aspects.

The meeting focused on assessing the performance of the Non-Independent Directors, as well as the
overall effectiveness of the Board, which was found to be satisfactory. Furthermore, the Independent
Directors evaluated the quality, timeliness, and clarity of the information shared between the Company’s
management and the Board. This review ensured that the communication channels remained transparent,
efficient, and aligned with the Company's strategic objectives, facilitating smooth decision-making.

34. COMPLIANCE WITH SECRETARIAL STANDARDS

Your Company strictly adheres to the relevant Secretarial Standards issued by the Institute of Company
Secretaries of India, which have been approved by the Central Government under Section 118( 10) of the
Companies Act. This commitment ensures compliance with best corporate governance practices, fostering
transparency and accountability.

35. PARTICULARS OF EMPLOYEES AND RELATED INFORMATION

No employee of the Company received remuneration exceeding the limits prescribed under Section
197(12) of the Companies Act. 2013. read with Rules 5(2) and 5(3) of the Companies (Appointment and
Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules. 2014.

Details of remuneration as required under Section 197 of the Companies Act, 2013. and Rule 5(1) of the
Companies (Appointment and Remuneration of Managerial Personnel) Rules, 2014, are provided in
“Annexurc IV”.

Information relating to employee remuneration as per Rules 5(2) and 5(3) of the aforementioned Rules is
available for inspection by shareholders at the Company's registered office during business hours (2:00
PM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday) until the date of the Thirty-Third AGM.

Shareholders may request a copy of this information from the Company Secretary.

36. POLICY FOR PREVENTION. PROHIBITION. AND REPRESSAL OF SEXUAL
HARASSMENT Ol WOMEN IN WORKPLACE

The Company has zero tolerance for sexual harassment in the workplace.

A detailed POSH Policy is in place as per the requirements of The Sexual Harassment of Women at

Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013. The POSH Policy of the Company is
available on the website of the Company and can be accessed in the Governance section at the Web-link:
https://www.dhonlinc.in/f)isclosurcs Under Regulation 46.aspx.

All employees as defined under the “The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention.
Prohibition and Redressal) Act. 2013" are covered in this Policy.

During the financial year 2024-25, no instance of sexual harassment were received or pending at any
workplace of the company.

37. STATEMENT THAT THE COMPANY HAS COMPLIED WITH PROVISIONS
RELATING TO 1 HE CONSTITUTION OF THE INTERNAL COMPLAINTS
COMMITTEE UNDER THE SEXUAL HARASSMENT OF WOMEN AT
WORKPLACE (PREVENTION, PROHIBITION AND REDRESSAL) ACT, 2013

The Company has constituted its Internal Complaints Committee. The Composition of the Internal
Complaint Committee (IC) is as follows:

S. No.

Name of the Committee Member

Designation

i

Ms. Shikha Mundra

Presiding Officer of IC

2.

Ms. Tanvi Saraiya

Member of IC from NGO

3.

Ms. Sheetal Periwal

Member ofIC

4.

Ms. Prachi Sharma

Member of IC

38. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS

In accordance with Regulation 34(3) read with Schedule V of the I isting Regulations, a comprehensive
Management Discussion and Analysis Report is attached as "Anncxurc-I" and forms an integral part of
this Annual Report.

This report provides an in-depth overview of the industry landscape, key developments, opportunities,
challenges, and performance of the Company. It also covers the Company’s internal control systems, their
effectiveness, risk management frameworks, and other significant developments during the Financial Year
2024-25.

39. SIGNIFICANT AND MATERIAL ORDERS PASSED BY THE REGULATORS OR
COURTS

No significant or material orders have been passed by any regulators, courts, or tribunals that would
impact the going concern status of the Company or its operations in the future. The Company remains in a
strong position to continue its business operations without any adverse effects from legal or regulatory
decisions.

40. INTERNAL FINANCIAL CONTROLS

The Company has put in place an adequate system of internal control commensurate with its size and
nature of business. These systems provide a reasonable assurance in respect of providing financial and
operational information, complying with applicable statutes, safeguarding of assets of the Company, and
ensuring compliance with corporate policies.

The scope and authority of the Internal Audit activity arc well defined in the Internal Audit Charter,
approved by the Audit Committee. The Company has a dedicated Internal Audit team with skills
commensurate with the size, nature & complexity of operations of the Company.

Internal Audit reports arc placed before the Audit Committee of the Board which reviews and approves
the same.

The Audit Committee periodically reviews the performance of the internal audit function. During the year,
the Audit Committee met regularly to review reports submitted by the Internal Auditors. All significant
audit observations and follow-up actions thereon were reported to the Audit Committee.

The Company's Board & Audit Committee reviews adherence to internal control systems, internal audit
reports, and legal compliances. The Audit Committee reviews all quarterly and yearly financial results of
the Company and recommends the same to the Board for its approval.

M/s ATK & Associates (Firm Registration No. 01X9ISC’) Chartered Accountants, the Statutory Auditors
of the Company audited the financial statements included in this Annual Report and issued a report on the
internal controls over financial reporting (as defined in Section 143 of the Act).

41. DISCLOSURE OF MAINTENANCE OF COST RECORDS UNDER SECTION 148
OF THE COMPANIES ACT, 2013

The Company is not required to maintain the cost records and accounts as specified under section 14X
of the Act as it is not applicable to the Company.

42. THE DETAILS OF THE APPLICATION MADE OR ANY PROCEEDING
PENDING UNDER THE INSOLVENCY AND BANKRUPTCY CODE. 2016 DURING
THE YEAR ALONG WITH THEIR STATUS AS OF THE END OF THE
FINANCIAL YEAR.

During the year under review, any Application is neither made nor there is any proceeding pending
under the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code. 2016.

43. THE DETAILS OF THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ITIE AMOUNT OF THE
VALUATION DONE AT THE TIME OF ONE-TIME SETTLEMENT AND THE
VALUATION DONE WHILE TAKING A IOAN FROM THE BANKS OR
FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS ALONG WITH THE REASONS THEREOF

This clause is not applicable to the company, for the Financial Year 2024-25.

44. CAUTIONARY STATEMENT

The statements included in the Board’s Report and the Management Discussion and Analysis may contain
forward-looking information, as defined under the applicable securities laws and regulations. These
statements reflect the Company's expectations, plans, and projections for future performance, based on the
current understanding of the market and industry trends.

It is important to note that such forward-looking statements arc subject to risks and uncertainties that
could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated. These factors may include changes
in economic conditions, fluctuations in market demand, alteration in government regulations, tax policies,
and other relevant statutes. Additionally, market forces, including competition, consumer preferences, and
unforeseen events, can impact the Company's operations and performance.

While the Company strives to ensure that these forward-looking statements are based on reasonable
assumptions, there can be no assurance that these projections will be realized. The actual outcomes could
be influenced by a variety of external factors and inherent risks associated with the business environment.
Therefore, investors and stakeholders arc cautioned not to place undue reliance on these statements, as
they involve inherent uncertainties and may be subject to change due to evolving circumstances

45. ACKNOWLE I)G EM ENTS

The Directors wish to extend their heartfelt appreciation for the unwavering cooperation and support
received from the Company’s esteemed bankers, regulatory bodies, stakeholders, and valued business
associates. Their continued encouragement and trust have been pivotal in driving the Company’s progress
throughout the year under review.

A special note of gratitude is reserved for the dedication and exceptional commitment demonstrated by
the Company’s executives, officers, and staff at every level. Their tireless efforts have been instrumental
in achieving the Company's remarkable performance, and we sincerely acknowledge their contributions.

We also take this opportunity to express our deep appreciation to our shareholders for their ongoing trust,
belief, and support, which remain the cornerstone of our success. Your confidence in the
Company inspires us to continuously strive for excellence, and we look forward to maintain this
mutually rewarding relationship in the years ahead. We remain optimistic about the future and
anticipate even greater accomplishments together.

For and on Behalf of the Board
DB (International) Stock Brokers Limited

Sd/-

Shiv Narayan Daga
(Managing Director)

DIN: 00072264 Place: Noida

Date: 29th July, 2025