Diligent Media Corporation Limited held a Board Meeting on March 28, 2025, where the Board approved key decisions pertaining to the appointment of the Secretarial Auditor and the Senior Management Personnel. The announcements were made under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

1. Appointment of Secretarial Auditor - M/s. Neelam Gupta & Associates

The Board has appointed M/s. Neelam Gupta & Associates, Practicing Company Secretaries, as the Secretarial Auditor of the Company for the first term of five years. The appointment is effective from April 1, 2025, and will extend until March 31, 2030. The appointment is subject to the approval of shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting.

Brief Profile of Neelam Gupta & Associates

• Neelam Gupta & Associates is a proprietary firm led by Mrs. Neelam Gupta, who holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from SRCC, Delhi University, and is a Company Secretary (FCS: 3135), having qualified in 1992 from the Institute of Company Secretaries of India.

• Mrs. Gupta brings over 33 years of expertise in corporate law, with a firm specializing in company secretarial matters and consultancy services.

• The firm caters to diverse clients such as manufacturers, NBFCs, MNCs, Section 8 Companies, Government Companies, IT firms, and Real Estate developers.

• The team provides advice, compliance support, and representation before government authorities and quasi-judicial bodies.

• The firm is known for handling complex secretarial matters and offering innovative solutions to corporate clients.

The Certificate of Practice Number of the firm is 6950, and the Peer Review Certificate Number is 747/2020.

2. Appointment of Senior Management Personnel - Mr. Rohit Vats

The Board has approved the appointment of Mr. Rohit Vats as Editor and Business Manager under the category of Senior Management Personnel of the Company. His appointment is effective from April 1, 2025, and the terms of his engagement align with the Company's policies.

Brief Profile of Mr. Rohit Vats

• Rohit Vats is a digital media professional with over 15 years of extensive experience in editorial, content strategy, and video production.

• His professional journey includes working with Network18, Hindustan Times, and Zee Media.

• He is currently the Editor - Special Projects at Indiadotcom Digital Private Limited, where he is responsible for managing high-traffic digital platforms, hosting talk shows, and organizing award events.

• Mr. Vats is a Google-certified fact-checker with significant contributions to creative projects and AI-driven content strategies.

• He holds a Gold Medal in Mass Communication from Jamia Millia Islamia and has expertise in digital revenue growth, media training, and strategic content development.

3. Details of the Board Meeting

The Board Meeting commenced at 1400 Hours and concluded at 1440 Hours. The key highlights of the meeting included:

• Approval of the appointment of M/s. Neelam Gupta & Associates as the Secretarial Auditor.

• Approval of the appointment of Mr. Rohit Vats as Editor and Business Manager.

Annexure-A: Appointment of Secretarial Auditor

Reason for Change: Appointment of Secretarial Auditor.
Date of Appointment and Term: Effective from April 1, 2025, for a term of five years, subject to shareholder approval.
Brief Profile: Neelam Gupta & Associates is a leading firm specializing in company secretarial matters with over 33 years of expertise.
Relationship Disclosure: Not applicable.

Annexure-B: Appointment of Senior Management Personnel

Reason for Change: Appointment of Mr. Rohit Vats as Editor and Business Manager.
Date of Appointment and Term: Effective from April 1, 2025, as per Company policy.
Brief Profile: Mr. Rohit Vats has over 15 years of media experience and specializes in content strategy, editorial management, and AI-driven content growth.
Relationship Disclosure: Not applicable.

Regulatory Compliance and Disclosure

The disclosures were made in compliance with SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/CFD-PoD1/P/CIR/2023/123 dated July 13, 2023, and the required details are provided in Annexure-A and Annexure-B.

Impact on Business Operations

These strategic appointments are expected to enhance corporate governance, streamline internal processes, and strengthen the content strategy of the Company. With the appointment of a seasoned Secretarial Auditor and an experienced Editor and Business Manager, Diligent Media is positioning itself to maintain compliance and grow its digital footprint effectively.

The Company has informed the respective Stock Exchanges, including the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) and BSE Limited (BSE), about these significant developments.

Conclusion

Diligent Media Corporation Limited’s decision to appoint M/s. Neelam Gupta & Associates as Secretarial Auditor and Mr. Rohit Vats as Editor and Business Manager reflects the Company's commitment to strong corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and editorial excellence. The Company is poised for continued growth and enhanced media presence with these experienced professionals onboard.

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