India, Nov. 15 -- Several companies are scheduled to trade ex-dividend next week, making them important to watch for income-focused investors and short-term traders. Stocks going ex-dividend often witness increased volatility as market participants adjust for upcoming payouts. Here's a look at 10 key stocks that will be in focus ahead of their dividend record dates.

Balrampur Chini Mills is one of India's largest integrated sugar manufacturing companies. Along with sugar production, it has strong operations in ethanol manufacturing, cogeneration power, and other by-products of sugar processing.

With market capitalization of Rs. 9,408 cr, the shares of Balrampur Chini Mills Ltd are closed at Rs. 465.90 per share, from its previous close...