A GTRI report warns India's steel capacity expansion is under pressure as import curbs on low-ash metallurgical coke raise input costs, hurting competitiveness. Experts call for policy recalibration.
India imposes anti-dumping duties on Chinese cold-rolled steel and R-134a refrigerant, citing below-normal pricing. The move aims to protect domestic manufacturers from unfair trade.
A Dutch NGO files a massive $1.6 billion claim against Tata Steel's Netherlands units for environmental damage. Read the full details of the legal battle.
Tata Steel's Dutch units face a €1.4 billion class action over alleged health and environmental damage near its IJmuiden plant. The company vows to defend itself. Read the full story.
Jindal Steel commissions 3 MTPA new capacity, eyes 15.6 MTPA by March. Near-term earnings face pressure, but volume-led growth and cost reset could transform its profile by FY28. Read the full analysis.
Vizag Steel Plant management opens VRS window from Jan 1-20, 2026, aiming to cut 570 permanent jobs. This third phase continues a major workforce reduction strategy amid union criticism. Read the full details.
Manaksia Coated Metals & Industries Ltd announces a ₹50 crore investment to upgrade its Continuous Galvanizing Line, boosting capacity to 1,80,000 MTPA. This strategic move aims to enhance product quality and market competitiveness.
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation deploys a Rapid Electrical Action Force (REAF) with three specialized vehicles to swiftly address street light complaints across the city. Learn about the new initiative.
Kerala's Electricity Minister launches a power safety calendar with KSEBL and NSS to educate students and the public on preventing electrocution. The drive targets 345 schools statewide.
Three young men died after electrocution by an 11KV wire in Gaya's Khaira village. The electricity department claims negligence. Read the full report.
Two construction workers died after being electrocuted while erecting scaffolding in Old Perungalathur, Chennai. The tragic incident highlights safety risks for laborers. Read the full report.
Odisha's crude steel production surges to 18.07 million tonnes. Minister Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma details green steel initiatives & policies for MSMEs in Rajya Sabha. Read the full report.
Chandigarh UT administration mandates 650V as the new threshold for electrical self-certification by owners. Installations above this limit require official inspection. Read the full details.
The 12th IEEE UPCON conference at IIT BHU Varanasi concluded, emphasizing academia-industry collaboration in power, electronics, and AI. Read key insights.
Air fryers, pressure cookers, and other common kitchen devices can cause serious accidents. Learn essential safety tips to protect your family from burns, fires, and electric shocks.
Chennai is using Electrical Resistance Tomography to assess 50+ century-old trees for heritage status. This non-invasive tech helps protect these ecological and cultural landmarks. Read more about this Green Tamil Nadu Mission initiative.
A fatal accident at Agarwal Steel Industries in Rangaipally, Hyderabad, claimed one life and left another worker critically injured after a high-temperature furnace failure. Police are investigating potential negligence.
A fatal accident at Agarwal Steel Industries in Rangaipally, Hyderabad, claimed one life and left another worker critically injured after a high-temperature furnace failure. Police are investigating potential negligence.
A major fire broke out at the GST Commissioner's office in Chennai's Anna Nagar. No casualties reported as it was a Sunday. Firefighters took 4 hours to douse the blaze. Read for details.
A fire destroyed 12 electrical meters in Nashik hours after residents opposed smart meter installation. Electrical inspector to investigate the cause. Read the latest updates.
A 12-year-old girl and her father died after electrocution from an overhead wire in Jalgaon's Aksanagar. A 9-year-old niece suffered burns. The family had moved in just two weeks ago.
Telangana reports its highest fire-related fatalities in over a decade, with 163 deaths and ₹865.7 crore in property damage in 2025. Experts blame ageing infrastructure and power surges. Read for safety insights.
ESL Steel Limited inks pact with Indian Oil for Piped Natural Gas supply to its Bokaro steel plant, marking a major shift towards cleaner fuel and sustainable operations. Read more.
Canadian steel giant Algoma Steel will slash 1,000 jobs and shut its blast furnace in Ontario, blaming US tariffs for heavy losses. The layoffs start March 23, 2025. Read more.
Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy announces detailed project report worth Rs 4,000 crore to revive Sir M Visvesvaraya Iron and Steel Plant in Bhadravathi. Read about the revival plan.
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy announces massive ₹4,000 crore revival of Visvesvaraya Iron and Steel Plant. Detailed project report for 40-year operation plan underway. Read more about this industrial revival.
A fire sparked by an electrical short circuit at a Patna government school. Eight students fainted due to panic but were safely rescued and hospitalized. Full details inside.
Steel ministry officials reveal Visakhapatnam Steel Plant must achieve 19,000 tonnes daily output for survival. Centre's financial aid unlikely, making production crucial. Read the full analysis.
NASA's Perseverance rover records first evidence of electrical discharges during Martian dust storms. Scientists confirm tiny sparks that could impact future missions.
Congress MLA Anant Patel & AAP MLA Chaitar Vasava staged sit-in at DGVCL office demanding jobs for 1,800 qualified electrical assistants. Discom claims no vacancies exist.