Creative Newtech stock jumps on signing pan-India drone deal to tap defence and agri markets
News by Aliceblue News Desk
18 Feb 2026

Introduction
Leading drone technology distributor partners with an indigenous DroneTech firm to expand pan-India adoption of advanced drones across agriculture, defense, logistics, and enterprise sectors.
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Share price movement of Creative Newtech
On February 18, 2026, Creative Newtech Limited opened at ₹668.35, up 1.28% from its previous close of ₹660.00. The stock reached a high of ₹671.05 (1.66%) and a low of ₹668.00. By 12:23 PM, it traded at ₹669.45, a 1.43% increase, with a market cap of ₹1,005.29 crore.
Creative Newtech Enters Drone Distribution Pact with PDRL
Creative Newtech Limited has signed a strategic agreement with Passenger Drone Research Limited (PDRL) for pan-India distribution of indigenous drone technologies across agriculture, defense, logistics, and enterprise sectors.
Under the partnership, Creative Newtech will act as Business Growth Partner, leveraging its nationwide network to expand adoption of PDRL’s Ag++, AeroFC V2, NamoAG, and AeroGCS software platforms across India.
PDRL holds 60% of India’s drone software market and supports government programs. The collaboration strengthens Creative Newtech’s technology portfolio and aims for scalable, compliant deployment of drones nationwide.
Stock performance of Creative Newtech for period of 1 week, 6 months, and 1 year
Creative Newtech Ltd declined 3.3% over the past week, gained 3.15% in the past 6 months, and fell 14.3% over the past 1 year.
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Shareholding pattern of Creative Newtech
| Particulars | Dec 2025 | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 |
| Promoter | 56.60% | 56.60% | 56.60% |
| FII | 0.20% | 0.40% | 1.00% |
| DII | 1.00% | 1.00% | 1.00% |
| Public | 42.10% | 42.00% | 41.40% |
About Creative Newtech
Creative Newtech Limited (NSE: CNL), established in 1992, is a leading ICT distributor in India, offering omni-channel distribution, market entry support, and value-added services for global brands.
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FAQs
Q: Why is Creative Newtech Ltd share price rising today?
A: Creative Newtech Ltd partners with PDRL for pan-India distribution of indigenous drones across agriculture, defense, logistics, and enterprise sectors.
Q: What is Creative Newtech Ltd’s main business focus?
A: Creative Newtech Ltd focuses on ICT distribution, omni-channel market entry, value-added services, and supporting global brands in India.
Q: What are the 52-week high and low of Creative Newtech Ltd stock?
A: Creative Newtech Ltd’s 52-week high is ₹796.00 and the 52-week low is ₹600.05.

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