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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.
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.
Himadri-backed Sicona secures AUD 45 million ARENA funding for battery technology
Sicona Battery Technologies secured significant funding for its advanced battery materials. This investment will build a commercial-scale demonstration facility in New South Wales. The new plant will produce silicon-carbon anode material for electric vehicles. This technology promises increased battery energy density and faster charging speeds. Himadri Speciality Chemical's stake in Sicona strengthens its clean energy strategy.
Economic and trade cooperation remains a key pillar of India-Indonesia ties
India and Indonesia issued a joint statement on the State Visit by Prime Minister of India to Indonesia. Prime Minister Modi and President Prabowo held official bilateral talks on 7 July 2026 at Istana Merdeka, Jakarta. The official talks covered the full spectrum of bilateral relations, including political engagement, defence and security cooperation, maritime cooperation, trade and investment, digital economy, science and technology, space, critical minerals, energy, agriculture, health, pharma, education, culture, tourism, youth exchanges and people-to-people ties, in addition to regional and global developments of mutual interest. They also witnessed the exchange of a number of bilateral documents, aimed at further strengthening the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Vedanta Iron and Steel, Vedanta Aluminium, 2 other stocks drop up to 5%. What’s spooking investors?
Recently listed Vedanta stocks experienced a significant decline on Tuesday morning. Vedanta Iron and Steel shares surged sharply after a substantial investment by Premji Invest. This smallcap counter saw its market capitalization more than double before the rally lost momentum. Vedanta Aluminium shares dropped despite reporting record quarterly production figures. Vedanta Oil & Gas and Vedanta Power also saw their stock prices fall since listing.
Tata Steel aims to spend Rs 20,000 cr in FY27 on expansion, adoption of technologies
Tata Steel plans a capital expenditure of Rs 20,000 crore this fiscal year, with 60% earmarked for its Indian operations. This investment will bolster expansions in tinplate, wires, and new facilities, alongside ongoing projects in mining and sustainability. The company aims to boost its long-term steelmaking capacity to over 50 million tonnes, primarily driven by growth in India.
Govt scraps auction of 9 critical mineral blocks citing poor investor response
Government cancels auction of nine crucial mineral blocks due to poor investor interest and a lack of qualified bidders. This setback hinders efforts to boost domestic production of minerals vital for energy security and clean-tech manufacturing. The cancellations, a recurring issue in previous rounds, highlight challenges in attracting private investment to riskier mining ventures with high costs and regulatory hurdles.
Odisha signs pact with Japanese co, ACME Group for Rs 67,000-cr investment
Odisha has inked a significant Memorandum of Cooperation with ACME Group and Japan's IHI Corporation, committing an investment of Rs 67,000 crore for green industrialization and technology transfer. This collaboration aims to establish a massive green hydrogen ecosystem in the state, building on recent large-scale investments. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi highlighted Odisha's ambition to become a global leader in green steel production, with two dedicated industrial corridors being developed.
JSW Steel kicks off ₹16,350 crore low-carbon steel project in Andhra Pradesh
The electric arc furnace plant is part of the steelmaker's ₹16,350 crore investment to expand capacity and produce lower-carbon steel.
India, UAE groups ink pact for $11.5 billion Indian aluminium project
India's Adani Group and Abu Dhabi's International Holding Company are looking to invest $11.5 billion in a massive aluminum project in the eastern state of Odisha, the Indian conglomerate said on Thursday. The two parties signed a memorandum of understanding with the Odisha state government, Adani said in a statement, with the proposed investment set to be India's "largest foreign direct investment in the metallurgy sector".
Vedanta Iron & Steel shares skyrocket 89% in 12 days since listing. What’s fuelling the surge?
Vedanta Iron and Steel shares have surged an impressive 89% since their June debut, adding nearly Rs 7,000 crore to its market value. This remarkable rally was significantly boosted after Azim Premji's investment arm acquired shares worth Rs 102 crore. The company, involved in iron ore and steel production across India and Africa, is currently clarifying significant price movements with stock exchanges.
APSEZ to sell 49% in Vizhinjam port to MSC Group arm
Adani Ports is selling a 49% stake in its Vizhinjam port project to MSC Group's port arm, TiL, for $1.397 billion. This deal values the Kerala port at a significant $2.85 billion, marking the largest foreign private investment in Indian port infrastructure. The agreement, signed Monday, strengthens the existing partnership between Adani and MSC, pending regulatory approvals.