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In 1910, a Swiss law student who never finished his degree was trying to make hot air balloons more airtight; he ended up inventing aluminium foil now used in kitchens worldwide

Robert Victor Neher, a Swiss law student who never completed his doctorate, worked with two partners in 1910 to produce aluminium sheets suitable for food packaging, patented the process, and opened the world's first aluminium foil plant. He died in 1918 at 32. The material he created is now found…

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A floating 'igloo' research station has left France for the Arctic, where it will drift with polar ice to study climate change and life in one of Earth’s harshest environments

A floating research station shaped like a giant aluminium igloo has left France on a two-year Arctic mission to study biodiversity and the effects of climate change. The station will drift with sea ice while an international team of scientists collects more than 10,000 samples despite extreme cold, months of…

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Downstream aluminium industry says duty structure hurting competitiveness, seeks relief

Downstream aluminium manufacturers are urging the government to reduce import duties. Higher global metal prices and freight costs pressure small businesses. A duty cut could ease input costs and improve capacity utilization. Primary producers may resist this move due to current pricing benefits. This situation impacts sectors like cables, conductors,…

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Do natural deodorants actually work? I put 18 to the test – here are my favourites

Our writer braved smelly pits to see which deodorants, from aluminium-free sticks and creams to long-lasting balms and roll-ons, pass the sniff test

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Vedanta, demerged Vedanta Aluminium, Vedanta Oil & Gas get rating upgrades from CRISIL

CRISIL has upgraded ratings for Vedanta Aluminium Metal and Vedanta Oil and Gas. These upgrades reflect stronger business and financial risk profiles for the demerged entities. Hindustan Zinc Ltd continues to be fully consolidated with Vedanta due to strong integration. Vedanta's financial risk profile has improved significantly after the demerger.…

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Tins ain’t what they used to be: canned wine is no longer the preserve of Gen Z

Aluminium is practical, recyclable and, for wines drunk young, the ideal container. Better still – high-quality options are increasingly available

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Vedanta AGM: Anil Agarwal maps aggressive expansion after demerger, targets scale-up across metals, oil and power

Vedanta plans major expansion across its demerged businesses, targeting higher production in metals, oil, gas, steel and power. Chairman Anil Agarwal highlighted record FY2026 performance, AI-led efficiency, critical mineral exploration and ambitious capacity additions to drive long-term growth.

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Vedanta charts $5 billion oil & gas push, targets sharp capacity expansion across businesses

Vedanta plans to significantly increase zinc and lead production capacity by 2031. Aluminium production capacity will double over the next three years. The company targets iron and steel output expansion to fifteen million tonnes annually. Vedanta will invest five billion dollars in its oil and gas business. This expansion aims…

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Vedanta Iron, Vedanta Aluminium & other group stocks jump up to 5%. Should you buy?

Vedanta Group stocks gained on Monday, recovering from a recent correction after their stock exchange debut. Vedanta Iron and Steel shares rose nearly 5%, while Vedanta Oil and Gas also saw an increase. Vedanta Power shares experienced a slight gain, and Vedanta Aluminium shares traded higher today. Brokerages have issued…

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Sunil Singhania-backed Abakkus Flexi Cap Fund exits 3 Vedanta group companies after demerger. Check complete list

Sunil Singhania-backed Abakkus Flexi Cap Fund exited Vedanta, Vedanta Oil & Gas and Vedanta Iron & Steel following the group's demerger in June, while raising exposure to Vedanta Aluminium and Vedanta Power. The fund also increased stakes in 28 stocks, with its assets under management rising to Rs 5,300 crore.

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Recycling body MRAI urges govt to remove 2.5% duty on aluminium scrap

The recycling industry is urging the government to abolish a duty on aluminium scrap. This removal will lower input costs for domestic manufacturers and recyclers. India currently imports most of its aluminium scrap to meet industrial demand. The secondary aluminium sector supports many jobs and contributes to the circular economy.…

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Nuvama initiates Buy call on Vedanta Aluminium shares, expects profitability to exceed historical average. Here's why

Nuvama Institutional Equities and Motilal Oswal Financial Services have initiated coverage on Vedanta Aluminium with 'Buy' ratings and target prices of Rs 540, citing strong earnings growth, cost reduction initiatives, firm aluminium prices and robust cash flow generation as key drivers.

The Economic Times

Vedanta Power, Vedanta Oil & Gas, other Vedanta stocks surge up to 6%. What lies ahead?

Vedanta Group stocks experienced significant gains on Friday after their recent demerger. Vedanta Iron and Steel shares surged five percent, hitting the upper circuit limit. Vedanta Oil and Gas shares also saw a substantial increase, extending recent positive momentum. Vedanta Power and Vedanta Aluminium reported production and sales figures for…

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JioBlackRock Flexi Cap Fund exits Vedanta group companies after demerger, sells 8 more stocks

JioBlackRock Flexi Cap Fund exited Vedanta group companies following the demerger of the entities in June, according to monthly portfolio data from ACE MF. The fund sold 8.16 lakh shares each of Vedanta Aluminium Metal, Vedanta Iron and Steel, Vedanta Power, and Vedanta Oil and Gas after the demerged entities…

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Man built a $15 million solar-powered floating mansion with a swimming pool, five king suites and a rooftop covered in solar panels

Most luxury yachts are designed by renowned naval architects. This one began as a personal vision. A private owner conceived and engineered a floating home unlike almost anything on the market, then partnered with Louisiana-based shipbuilder Breaux Brothers to bring it to life. The result is the GLV-120 Shine Down,…

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Why chocolates are wrapped in foil instead of paper might surprise you

Aluminium foil protects chocolate from heat, moisture, and light. This material became standard in the early twentieth century for its superior barrier qualities. Foil prevents oxidation and moisture loss, maintaining chocolate's smooth texture. It also blocks odours and minimizes temperature changes during storage. Modern packaging combines foil with other materials…

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NALCO shares in focus on JV with NLC India for 1,080 MW thermal plant in Odisha

National Aluminium Company and NLC India have signed an agreement for a joint venture. This new entity will establish a 1,080 MW captive thermal power plant in Odisha. The plant will supply electricity for NALCO's aluminium smelter expansion project. Partners will also explore renewable energy sourcing and long-term coal supply.…

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Nalco, NLCIL sign JV pact to set up 1,080 MW captive power plant in Odisha

National Aluminium Company and NLC India have signed a joint venture agreement. They will jointly establish a 1,080 MW thermal captive power plant in Odisha. This new plant will supply essential power to Nalco's aluminium smelter expansion project. The collaboration also aims to explore renewable energy and secure coal supply.…

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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.…

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Vedanta Aluminium wipes off Rs 25,000 cr worth investor wealth in under a month. Time to buy?

Vedanta Aluminium shares have dropped significantly since their listing date. This decline has erased substantial investor wealth in a short period. However, analysts maintain a positive outlook on the company's future. Structural demand for aluminium is expected to remain strong globally. The company's cost reduction initiatives are poised for future…

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Adani storms Hindalco-Vedanta duopoly with Rs 1.1 lakh crore gambit

Gautam Adani's $11.5 billion aluminium joint venture with IHC marks his biggest bet yet on India's industrial future. Rather than challenging Hindalco and Vedanta directly, Adani is targeting soaring aluminium demand driven by manufacturing, renewable energy and infrastructure, aiming to build a fully integrated metals business and reshape India's aluminium…

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The Baltic Sea Was the Unlikely Inspiration for This Polish Apartment — Leading to a Cool, Calm, and Minimalist Interior With an Understated Edge

This serene, light-filled apartment on Poland’s Baltic coast was designed to make the most of its endless sea views

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Vedanta Oil & Gas, Vedanta Iron & Steel, Vedanta Power shares crash up to 8% post Q1 updates; Vedanta Aluminium rises

Shares of Vedanta's recently demerged entities traded mixed after their Q1 business updates. Vedanta Oil & Gas, Vedanta Iron & Steel and Vedanta Power fell up to 8% on weaker operational performance, while Vedanta Aluminium Metal gained after reporting record quarterly aluminium production.

The Economic Times

Explained: Why aluminium is emerging as manufacturers' preferred alternative to copper

Record copper prices are accelerating manufacturers' shift toward aluminium, driven by lower costs and lighter weight. Automakers are expanding aluminium use as supply shortages, energy transition demand and geopolitical disruptions keep copper prices elevated and strengthen aluminium's long-term growth prospects.

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Industry body ASMA urges government to waive customs duty on primary aluminium, scrap

The Aluminium Secondary Manufacturers Association (ASMA) is urging the government to eliminate basic customs duties on primary aluminium and scrap. This move aims to lower raw material costs for the crucial MSME sector, boost downstream manufacturing, and enhance India's global competitiveness. Industry leaders believe this will unlock idle capacity and…

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