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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.
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.
Tamil Nadu government signs MoU with Vikram Solar to set up Rs 15,037 cr BESS plant in Tirunelveli
Tamil Nadu government and Vikram Solar signed an MoU for a new plant. This facility will manufacture Battery Energy Storage Systems in Tirunelveli district. The significant investment will create over two thousand job opportunities for local residents. Vikram Solar already operates solar module manufacturing units within the state. This expansion deepens the company's commitment to green energy initiatives.
Info Edge shares surge 11% after Q1FY27 billings rise 14% YoY
Info Edge shares rose sharply after the company reported a 14.4% year-on-year rise in Q1FY27 standalone billings, led by strong growth in its recruitment and real estate businesses. Investor sentiment was also supported by the Coding Ninjas acquisition and additional commitment to its startup investment fund.
BSE launches REITs and Commercial Real Estate Index for passive investment products
BSE Index Services has launched the BSE REITs and Commercial Real Estate Index, India's first benchmark tracking listed REITs and companies with significant commercial real estate exposure. The index is designed to support passive investment products such as ETFs and index funds while offering diversified exposure to yield-generating real estate assets.
Indian REITs Association appoints Shirish Godbole as chairperson
Shirish Godbole, CEO of Knowledge Realty Trust, has been appointed the new chairperson of the Indian REITs Association. This leadership change occurs as India's listed REIT market experiences significant growth and increased investor interest. Godbole, with extensive global real estate experience, aims to further establish REITs as a credible investment avenue for both domestic and international investors as the commercial real estate sector matures.

CCI Clears Aditya Birla-Led Consortium's Rs 16,660 Crore Buyout Of IPL Team RCB
In November last year, USL said it would conduct a strategic review of its investment in RCSPL, the entity that owns the IPL T20 team Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Vedanta's Navin Agarwal bets big on rare earth magnets, sets up firm eyeing PLI
Vedanta's executive vice-chairman Navin Agarwal is betting ₹1,250 crore in his personal capacity as an initial investment in a privately held manufacturing firm that has enlisted some of the world's top experts for the business
India realty investment defies global volatility; institutional inflows rise 23% in H1
India's real estate investment surged 23% to $4.33 billion in H1 2026, driven by robust domestic capital. Despite global headwinds, 54 deals marked a record half-year. Domestic players funded 64% of investments, offsetting a foreign capital dip. The office sector led with $2.3 billion, attracting significant domestic interest due to strong occupier demand and attractive yields. Experts anticipate foreign inflows to rise as uncertainties ease.
Embassy Developments rises after signing MoU for Rs 1,500-cr Lucknow project
Embassy Developments advanced 4.48% to Rs 64.43 after signing a non-binding MoU with the Government of Uttar Pradesh for a proposed commercial real estate project in Lucknow, involving an estimated investment of around Rs 1,500 crore.
Capex boom, global sourcing tailwinds fuel textile stock rally
Textile exporter stocks witnessed a significant rally on Wednesday, boosted by positive initiation of coverage from Motilal Oswal Financial Services. The brokerage highlighted capacity expansion and supportive policies as key growth catalysts, projecting substantial gains for leading companies. This surge reflects a new investment cycle in the Indian textile sector, with companies focusing on higher-margin segments and value-added products to capitalize on global sourcing trends.