 "Core sector production plummeted 1.8% in August, driven down by coal, oil, and electricity, raising concerns for industrial growth.")
In August 2024, the production growth of eight key infrastructure sectors in India saw a decline of 1.8 percent. This downturn was primarily due to lower outputs in coal, crude oil, natural gas, refinery products, cement, and electricity. This is a significant shift from the growth rate of 6.1 percent recorded in July. Despite the ...
 "A fire at Tata’s factory for Apple components prompts a forensic investigation, endangering production schedules and worker safety.")
A fire broke out at a Tata Electronics factory in Hosur, Tamil Nadu, that produces components for Apple iPhones. Indian authorities are launching a forensic investigation to determine the cause of the fire, which started in a chemical storage area on a Sunday, when the factory was closed. The factory is not expected to resume ...
 "Iron ore and manganese production surged amid strong demand, reflecting robust economic growth in key sectors like steel and infrastructure.")
India’s iron ore and manganese ore production saw impressive growth from April to August 2024. The output of iron ore increased by 7.4% to 116 million tonnes, compared to 108 million tonnes in the same period last year. Manganese ore production also jumped by 15.4% to 1.5 million tonnes, up from 1.3 million tonnes. Iron ...
 "A fire at Tata Electronics in Tamil Nadu endangered over 1,500 workers, as production for Apple’s iPhone was set to begin.")
A fire broke out at Tata Electronics’ manufacturing facility near Hosur, Tamil Nadu, which supplies components to Apple. The incident occurred on Saturday morning while over 1,500 workers were present. Fortunately, all employees are reported safe after the emergency protocols were activated. The fire reportedly started in the mobile phone accessories painting unit, leading to ...
 "West Bengal’s WBPDCL achieves coal self-sufficiency, aiming for 20 million tonnes production, overcoming infrastructure challenges and environmental hurdles.")
The West Bengal Power Development Corporation (WBPDCL) has achieved coal self-sufficiency for its thermal plants, reducing reliance on Coal India Ltd. As of August 2024, WBPDCL has dispatched 9.1 million tonnes from its own mines and aims to produce 20 million tonnes this fiscal year. A significant portion of this output comes from the Pachwara ...
Singer Pami Mishra has reported a case of song plagiarism to the Cyber Police Station in Bhubaneswar. She claims that her song, recorded 14 years ago, was copied by the production house Sai Sagar Creation and uploaded to YouTube without her permission. Mishra alleges that a couple, Prativa Upadhyay and her husband, not only sang ...
 "Oil India Limited aims to drill 75 wells this year, expanding production as it navigates challenges in a volatile market.")
Oil India Limited (OIL) aims to drill over 75 wells this financial year as part of its ambitious drilling program, following a growth trend in the past years. The company reported a 6% net growth in crude oil and natural gas production despite a natural decline in existing sources. OIL targets an annual output of ...
 "Vedanta targets EV market growth in Asia by ramping up nickel production, crucial for India’s trillion export goal by 2030.")
Vedanta, a prominent Indian conglomerate, is set to boost its nickel and nickel sulphate production to meet the growing demand for electric vehicle (EV) battery materials in Northeast Asia. The company recently announced plans to enhance its capacity, emphasizing the role of nickel sulphate in battery manufacturing. While India’s EV Market is still developing, Vedanta ...
 "In a dramatic plea, Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin urges Ford to revive production and strengthen ties during his U.S. visit.")
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin is currently on a visit to the US, where he met with Ford Motor officials in Chicago. During their discussions on September 10, 2024, Stalin urged Ford to renew its ties with Tamil Nadu and consider reviving car manufacturing while expanding their global technology and business center in ...
 "NLC India seeks to accelerate mining at Machhakata coal block, aiming for a major boost in its production capacity by 2030.")
NLC India Ltd, a state-owned company, is planning to begin mining at the Machhakata coal block in Odisha ahead of schedule. This block, the largest among NLCIL’s mining projects, holds 1.4 billion tonnes of coal reserves and a capacity of 30 million tonnes per annum. NLCIL successfully bid for the Machhakata coal block in a ...
