DriveSys Systems Private Limited has acquired additional land in Maharashtra to expand its aluminium project. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of ZF Steering Gear. The company has acquired Plot No. E-10, covering around 25,882 sqm, at Supa Parner Industrial Park in Ahilyanagar district. The...
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...
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The empowerment of women is more than just an individual achievement; it’s the spark that ignites the transformation of entire communities. In India, where women have the potential to drive substantial economic growth, deep-rooted socio-economic barriers often hold them back. But in the remote...
Euro Panel Products Ltd, the parent company behind EUROBOND, which is India's leading brand for metal composite panels, has just rolled out SolidAl, an excellent, PVDF/FEVE-coated, non-combustible aluminium panel. This new addition boosts the company's lineup of high-end facade solutions, meeting...
Vedanta Limited has reported record-breaking aluminium and alumina production in its second-quarter (Q2) results for FY2025-26, released on Saturday, October 4. The Indian producer said both first-quarter and first-half aluminium output reached all-time highs, supported by improved operational...
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has made a significant breakthrough in a case of misdeclaration involving electronic waste worth around INR 223 crore (USD 26.87 million). A company based in Surat imported these materials, falsely labelling them as aluminium scrap. Officials have...
Taural India Pvt Ltd, one of the leading aluminium casting manufacturers in India, is on the way to advancing its sustainability agenda with two new and key initiatives - one is the adoption of Vedanta’s low-carbon aluminium and the other is the implementation of a green sand-casting process at its...
In September 2025, India issued over 3,628 MW of tenders for renewable energy as solar capacity additions exceeded 25 GW in the first eight months of 2025. The total renewable capacity reached 242.6 GW, and investments of USD 2,245 million were made, according to JMK Research & Analytics. Major...
Vedanta Ltd has again pushed back the date for its ambitious demerger. It has moved the target deadline from September 2025 to March 31, 2026, as it awaits approval from the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) and completion of related restructuring formalities. Image source: Vedanta Aluminium The...
All eyes are on the fourteenth round of EU-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations, scheduled on Monday, October 6, in Brussel, as it promises to build stronger ties of trade and economy between India and the European Union. However, there are a few challenges that have been hindering the...
Vedanta Ltd, under the leadership of Anil Agarwal, has revealed plans to invest INR 13,226 crore (USD 148 million) to boost its aluminium production capacity from the current 2.4 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) to 3.1 MTPA by FY28. This move underscores the company's dedication to solidifying its...
The Customs, Excise & Service Tax Appellate Tribunal (CESTAT) bench in Ahmedabad recently dismissed an appeal concerning the applicable customs duty on imported aluminium foils. The case centred on the date that determines the duty liability and whether the increase in duty rate, from 5 per cent to...
According to ‘Vision Document on Aluminium Metal for India’ published by Government, the country has reached a stage where it produces 4.16 Mtpa of Primary Aluminium and 1.8 Mtpa in the secondary sector. Here Odisha is the main contributor, currently 4 Aluminium Smelters, with a total Installed...
DICABS Nextgen Special Alloys Pvt Ltd, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Diamond Power Infrastructure Ltd (DIPL), has officially launched its second rod mill at the Vadodara facility in Gujarat. As per a recent stock exchange announcement, this new fully-integrated mill started operations on September...
Nupur Recycling Ltd., a leader in metal scrap processing and recycling, based in New Delhi, has successfully acquired Tycod Autotech Pvt. Ltd., a manufacturer of high-pressure die-cast and machined aluminium alloy components for automotive applications, which is located in Haryana. The company sees...
Under the Mhara Gaon Jagmag Gaon scheme, officials reported that more than 6,000 villages now enjoy round-the-clock power, a major milestone in rural electrification. To accelerate rooftop solar uptake statewide, Haryana’s electricity authorities have proposed INR 200-crore revolving fund to extend...
India’s clean energy push is constrained by its heavy reliance on imported lithium — the rare earth element vital for EV batteries, smartphones, and renewable power. Despite government initiatives, domestic reserves remain untapped, leaving recycling as the only near-term alternative. Image for...
Odisha today sits at the commanding heights of India’s aluminium industry, contributing nearly 72 per cent of the country’s primary metal output. Yet this dominance has long carried a paradox. The state has remained a smelter powerhouse without building the deep downstream ecosystem that converts...
India-based PRB Infraprojects Pvt Ltd has applied for clearances to carry out bauxite exploration across 1,100 acres of forest land in Karnataka’s Honnavar division, sparking concerns over potential ecological impact in a fragile coastal belt. Image for representational purpose The company has...
The global aluminium industry is at a crucial turning point as the surge in demand driven by the clean energy transition meets the urgent need to decarbonise a sector known for its high energy consumption. From new smelter projects popping up in Asia to the shifting supply-demand balance in China,...
