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Aditya Birla Group proposes $1.26 billion expansion of Odisha alumina refinery
Aditya Birla Group plans a significant expansion for its Odisha alumina refinery. The company will invest an additional $1.26 billion to triple its current capacity. This substantial investment will bring the total proposed expenditure to about $2.1 billion. The expansion project will be managed by the group entity Hindalco Industries. This development aims to significantly boost alumina production in the region.
SIF AUM jumps 29% to Rs 17,858 crore in June; inflows surge 171% MoM
Specialised Investment Funds saw assets grow significantly in June 2026. Total inflows into these funds also experienced a substantial increase. Hybrid Long-Short Funds continued their dominance within the SIF segment. The broader mutual fund industry also reported healthy investor participation during the month. SIP contributions reached a record high, indicating sustained retail interest.
Nearly 60% of foreign inflows into India-focused funds withdrawn since 2024 peak: Report
Foreign investors have withdrawn nearly sixty percent of funds from India-focused equity. This capital shift is driven by global artificial intelligence investment opportunities and momentum. Investors pulled nine billion dollars from India funds in calendar year twenty twenty six. Gold funds saw a modest inflow after significant outflows, while US equities attracted fresh investment. Europe also registered its first weekly inflow in nearly three months.
India's data center capacity may reach 9-12 GW by 2031, creating $100 billion opportunity: Deloitte
India's data center industry is expected to see strong investment as AI adoption increases demand for GPU-based infrastructure. Deloitte's Vivek Gupta said financing is unlikely to be a constraint, while Anjani Kumar expects AI workloads to account for a larger share of future capacity. The sector's expansion will also depend on renewable power, cooling technologies, skilled talent and supportive state policies, with GPU infrastructure requiring significantly higher investment than traditional data centers.
Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi NCR: A tale of three housing markets
Bengaluru's housing market shows strong growth fueled by its expanding technology sector. Mumbai remains India's largest residential market, absorbing new supply effectively. Delhi-NCR faces a slowdown as premium homes dominate its available inventory. These contrasting trends indicate future property cycles will depend on job and investment growth. Infrastructure development is increasingly shaping buyer decisions across these key cities.
India sweetens the deal for global electronics manufacturers
India is expanding electronics manufacturing by offering customs duty concessions on machinery. These incentives aim to attract investment in critical components and advanced equipment. The government seeks to deepen the domestic electronics ecosystem beyond final product assembly. This policy supports the growth of India's electronics production and export capabilities. New Delhi is positioning India as a comprehensive electronics manufacturing hub.
Federal Bank gains after S&P assigns first international investment-grade issuer rating
Federal Bank rose 1.11% to Rs 331.40 after the private sector lender announced that S&P Global Ratings has assigned it its first international investment-grade issuer credit rating.
Refined products exports may rise 25% on IOCL's bet: Rs 75,000 crore investment to add 17.3 MMTPA capacity across three units by year-end
Indian Oil Corporation's expansion will boost refining capacity by December 2026. This increase is expected to significantly raise India's petroleum product export share. The company's capacity will reach 98.05 million metric tonnes per annum. This expansion will strengthen India's position as a global refining hub. Increased exports will also boost the nation's foreign exchange earnings.
SAIL's Bokaro plant to get 8.3 MT iron ore via slurry pipeline; Rs15K cr expansion underway
Bokaro Steel Plant will receive iron ore annually through a new slurry pipeline. This modern system will eliminate dependence on railway rakes for raw material transport. The plant's crude steel production capacity will increase significantly after expansion. This project involves a substantial capital investment and aims for completion in three and a half years. The expansion will enhance production capacity and global competitiveness for Bokaro Steel Plant.
Battery Smart raises Rs 124 crore debt
Battery Smart secured debt funding to expand its battery swapping network. This investment will support infrastructure growth in urban and semi-urban markets. The company's model allows quick battery exchanges for electric vehicle users. Battery Smart currently operates over 1,600 stations in more than 70 cities. This funding boosts responsAbility's total commitment to Battery Smart significantly.
India's IPO market could raise $20 billion in 2026 despite global uncertainty: Equirus Capital
Bhavesh Shah, Managing Director and Head of Investment Banking at Equirus Capital, expects India's primary market to remain active through 2026, supported by major public issues and improving investor participation. Karan Marwah, Head – CFO Advisory and IPO Advisory at Grant Thornton Bharat, said more than 250 companies are in the IPO pipeline, though issuers may remain tactical on timing amid global developments.
Peak XV nets 12 fold gain on K12 Techno after Vitruvian infuses ₹1,159 crore
Peak XV Partners has achieved a remarkable 12-fold return on its investment after a substantial ₹1,159 crore influx from Vitruvian Partners into K12 Techno Services. This deal catapults K12's valuation and highlights its rapid growth in India's booming education market.