The European Union (EU) is preparing a broader restriction on aluminium scrap exports to non-Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries, replacing an earlier trade proposal that would have covered only part of the bloc’s scrap flows. The move could largely impact...
As smartphones, laptops, televisions, electric vehicles, and household appliances become an integral part of modern life, electronic waste (e-waste) is emerging as one of the world's fastest-growing waste streams. Yet, every discarded electronic device contains more than just obsolete technology—it...
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Executive Summary: The global aluminium sector is feeling the heat of a supply crisis, as major aluminium producers face policy curbs, geopolitical crises, sanctions and tariff hurdles, and environmental setbacks. The war in Iran has further inflated the crisis with shipping disruptions and attacks...
Infinix has launched the NOTE 60 Pro in India, featuring an aluminium frame and a rear Active Matrix LED display, combining design and durability. The main highlight of the phone is the LED module integrated into the camera island, which comes with 288 individual LED pixels. This secondary display...
Freyr Energy, one of India’s leading rooftop solar companies , has announced a high-impact collaboration with Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2 , leveraging the film’s mass appeal to spotlight its flagship innovation - India’s first AI-powered intelligent self-cleaning solar technology. For the global...
National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) reported its highest ever performance in FY26, setting a record in production and sales across major segments, according to an exchange filing. The company recorded excavation of 7.701 million tonnes of bauxite and transported around 7.707 million tonnes,...
India reports abundant bioresources and rapidly growing biofuel markets. Modern bioenergy from biomass, biogas and biofuels already supplies about 13 per cent of India’s total final energy. It is expanding fast, with the International Energy Agency (IEA) projecting bioenergy use to rise by roughly...
Ducon Technologies, which is also known as Ducon, a leading technology company engaged in the engineering, supply, and erection of turn-key projects, shared the outlook for its alumina handling projects segment. The segment is deemed to be driven by strong fundamentals of both the global and...
During the celebration of Utkal Dibas on Wednesday, India’s top aluminium provider, Vedanta Aluminium, reaffirmed its long-term dedication to Odisha. The commitment has been shown by the firm in its ambitious plan, with an investment of INR 1.8 lakh crore (USD 21.7 billion) on the horizon and over...
Demand for synthetic calcium fluoride is increasing as industries need more high-purity materials. It is widely used as a substitute for natural fluorspar and plays an important role in aluminium production. The aluminium industry uses the most synthetic calcium fluoride. It is used as a flux to...
India’s mining industry has made a groundbreaking achievement, where 30 mineral blocks have been officially made operational in the financial year 2025–26. The achievement marks the first time for the country to achieve such a high number of blocks starting its operations in a single fiscal year,...
On Thursday, March 26, residents at Angul, Odisha, reportedly voiced their grievances at the hearing of NALCO’s (National Aluminium Company Limited) brownfield expansion project over land acquisition. They clearly stated that they would not transfer their land under the company’s existing policy....
The ongoing Middle East conflict led to the London Metal Exchange (LME) aluminium prices soaring above USD 3,500 per tonne , with forecasts pointing to a potential rise to USD 4,000 by 2026. While the rally offers the primary aluminium producers a strong earnings opportunity, it is severely...
中文翻译附于新闻末尾，敬请继续阅读。 Ever since the emergence of recycled aluminium as a key lever for both decarbonisation and supply security in the industry, the United States (US) has emerged as one of the world’s leading exporters of aluminium scrap, with a well-established collection network and surplus...
India is planning to increase its domestic production of rare earth permanent magnets, like lithium, with a target of reaching 5,000 tonnes by 2030. The idea is to reduce dependence on imports and slowly build a stronger base for critical minerals within the country. At the moment, demand is around...
Rio Tinto is increasing its focus on aluminium as part of a long-term strategy, driven by rising demand for low-carbon metals. The company is now looking beyond its long-established base in Canada to expand across Europe, Asia and Latin America. Jérôme Pécresse, Chief Executive of Rio Tinto, said,...
Anil Agarwal, Chairman, Vedanta Limited, has shared a post on LinkedIn highlighting the transformative potential of greater entrepreneurial participation in India’s public sector companies operating in the natural resources sector. Emphasising the need of the hour, to strengthen domestic production...
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has made ISI certification mandatory for aluminium utensils used in food and beverage applications, effective October 1, 2026. For the global aluminium value-chain 2026 outlook, book our exclusive report “ Global ALuminium Industry Outlook 2026 " G. Bhavani,...
Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has reported strong progress in strengthening water security in villages in the vicinity of its operational areas in Odisha and Chhattisgarh on World Water Day 2026. Through a growing portfolio of over 330 water structures and community ponds,...
India’s real estate sector is facing pressure due to rising construction costs and supply disruptions owing to the Strait of Hormuz and the Middle East’s ongoing tension. Developer margins potentially decline by about 5 per cent in the short term. Overall construction costs have increased by 10-15...
