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A.P. emerging as one of India’s fastest-growing industrial destinations, says Minister

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu during the CRDA meeting on Friday. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Friday directed the officials to expedite the development of Bank Street in Amaravati and ensure that all approvals for the construction of bank headquarters were granted without delay.Chairing the Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA) meeting at the Chief Minister’s Camp Office, Mr. Naidu reviewed the progress of infrastructure projects in the capital region, with special focus on the Financial District, where several major banks were establishing their headquarters.The officials informed the Chief Minister that out of the 13 banks that had come forward to set up their offices on the Bank Street, 11 entrusted construction responsibilities to the Central Public Works Department (CPWD).Mr. Naidu instructed the CRDA officials to extend support to the banks and ensure close coordination among all the agencies for the timely completion of the projects.Emphasising the importance of world-class digital infrastructure in the capital city, Mr. Naidu directed the officials to ensure seamless telephone, cable and Internet connectivity across Amaravati. He also suggested developing digital infrastructure through the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model to meet the future requirements.Mr. Naidu said Amaravati should evolve into a highly livable city, while keeping the cost of living affordable. He advocated the promotion of piped gas connections and induction stoves, and called for introduction of district cooling systems to improve energy efficiency and urban sustainability.The Chief Minister also stressed the need for extensive beautification measures across the capital region. He suggested maintaining water flow throughout the year up to Vaikunthapuram, upstream of Prakasam Barrage, noting that it would create significant opportunities for tourism, water sports and recreational activities.The meeting also reviewed the progress of Krishna river embankment works, development of LPS layouts in Undavalli village, construction of a parking complex and the Judicial Academy, besides discussing compensation issues related to poultry farm structures in the capital region.MA&UD Minister P. Narayana participated virtually in the meeting, while senior officials from the Municipal Administration Department and CRDA attended the review. Published - June 19, 2026 08:25 pm IST

The HinduJun 19

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T20 World Cup-winning Indian cricket team to fly home after being stranded due to Hurricane Beryl

4 min readNew DelhiJun 17, 2026 04:44 AM IST “The sectoral and product-level scope of the CBAM will be kept under review beyond 2027 as new evidence comes to light to reflect changes to carbon leakage risk, as well as methodological and technological advances,” a UK government statement read. India is pushing for a steel quota in the UK market worth nearly $900 million under the bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) signed in July 2025 in a bid to resolve the ongoing row over steel curbs announced by the UK, The Indian Express has learned. This has delayed implementation of the trade deal even though negotiations were concluded a year ago.The move comes after the Indian steel industry flagged that the quotas announced by the UK would end up limiting even the current levels of Indian steel and products exports despite the FTA, and asked the government to at least ensure a quota equivalent to the three-year average of India’s steel and steel products exports to the UK. Government officials have said that India will move to curb Scotch whisky as a retaliatory measure if Indian interests are hurt. “Our quota needs to be at least the average of the last three years’ exports. The quota announced by the UK, which is set to come into effect from July 1, is far below that level, and the steel industry will end up suffering despite the FTA. The industry would end up taking a large hit in at least 6 categories where we have a significant export interest. Our exports are far higher than their proposed quota,” a source told The Indian Express. Industrial exports to the UK are facing two major regulatory impediments, even after concluding the trade negotiations. Officials said the immediate worry is the steel quota because it comes into effect on July 1. It will be followed by the UK’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) set to come into effect on January 1, 2027. A query emailed to the Ministry did not elicit a response.Story continues below this ad Under the CBAM regulation, the UK will place a carbon price on some of the most emissions-intensive industrial goods imported to the UK – covering the aluminium, cement, fertiliser, hydrogen, and iron & steel sectors – which are considered at risk of carbon leakage. But the scope will increase going forward. “The sectoral and product-level scope of the CBAM will be kept under review beyond 2027 as new evidence comes to light to reflect changes to carbon leakage risk, as well as methodological and technological advances,” a UK government statement read. India’s exports of iron and steel and their products to the UK stood at $893.4 million in 2025-26, accounting for a significant share of $13.4 billion in total merchandise exports to the UK. Maintaining that overcapacity was hurting the country’s steel manufacturing industry, the UK in March lowered the tariff-free quota on imported steel and doubled the tariff on imports exceeding that ‌quota from 25% to 50%.Story continues below this ad Trade experts said such measures are typically announced to curb trade diversion from other countries, particularly the EU and the US. Both the EU and the US have also raised tariffs on steel outside quotas to 50%. However, experts pointed out that the UK has limited steel manufacturing capacity According to news agency Reuters, the UK steel sector only accounted for 0.1% of UK economic output in 2024 but supported 37,000 jobs, many in the heartlands of the governing Labour Party, which grew from a trade union movement deeply rooted in Britain’s industrial heritage. Fresh political challenges have been brewing for Prime Minister Keir Starmer after his Labour Party suffered steep losses in local elections across the country. © The Indian Express Pvt Ltd Ravi Dutta Mishra is a Principal Correspondent with The Indian Express, specializing in economic policy and financial regulations. With over five years of experience in business journalism, he provides critical coverage of the frameworks that govern Indi

Indian ExpressJun 16

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After 8 die in Vizag Steel Plant accident, unions allege staff crunch

3 min readHyderabadJun 9, 2026 09:27 AM IST According to the investigation report, a sudden explosion took place, causing the ladle to tip and molten steel to fall on those working on the floor below. (Express Photo) The deadly explosion at the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Ltd (RINL), also known as Visakhapatnam Steel Plant in Andhra Pradesh’s Visakhapatnam, which killed eight workers, was caused by “sudden release of entrapped gases from liquid steel”, a preliminary investigation by the chief inspector of factories has found. According to the investigation report, the explosion took place at around 4.15 pm Monday when the full steel ladle was being “rotated and centred” for casting. “Before opening the slide gate”, a sudden explosion took place, causing the ladle to tip and molten steel to fall on those working on the floor below.With the explosion, “the overhead crane also caught fire”. A “ball of fire” rose from the explosion and extended up to the ceiling, a worker reported to the inspector of factories, the report read. Sources in the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant management said an external safety audit is held every year and internal inspections are conducted every three months by the safety engineering department of the plant, which is under the Union Ministry of Steel. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu expressed shock and grief over the accident. Naidu also spoke with the Visakhapatnam district collector and police commissioner and directed them to provide assistance to the families of the victims. Officials briefed the Andhra Pradesh chief minister on the ongoing situation and relief operations. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed his sadness at the loss of lives and announced Rs 2 lakh ex gratia to the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 to the injured. Former chief minister and YSRCP president Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy also expressed grief over the accident. Jagan demanded a comprehensive inquiry and called for strict action against those found responsible. He stressed that worker safety must remain the highest priority in all industrial establishments.Story continues below this ad In 2016, 16 workers died at the Vizag Steel Plant following the explosion of a newly commissioned oxygen plant. In December 2020, four workers were injured when molten steel spilt from one of the ladles at the same spot where the accident occurred Monday. © The Indian Express Pvt Ltd Nikhila Henry is an Assistant Editor at The Indian Express, based in Hyderabad. With a career spanning 17 years, she has established herself as an authoritative voice on South Indian affairs, specialising in the complex intersections of politics, education, and social justice. Experience & Career: Nikhila commenced her journalism career in 2007 as an education correspondent for The Times of India in Hyderabad,where she gained recognition for her coverage of student politics. Her professional trajectory includes a four-year tenure at The Hindu, where she focused on minority affairs and social welfare. In 2019, she took on a leadership role as the South Bureau Chief for The Quint, where she directed regional coverage across all five South Indian states. Her expansive career also includes a tenure at the BBC in New Delhi and contributions to prestigious international outlets such as The Sunday Times (London) and HuffPost India. Expertise & Focus Areas Nikhila’s reportage is marked by a deep-seated understanding of grassroots movements and institutional policy. Her core focus areas include: Regional Politics: Comprehensive analysis of the socio-political dynamics across South India. Education & Student Movements: Chronicling the evolution of Indian academics and the rise of youth activism. Minority Affairs: Rigorous reporting on the welfare, rights, and challenges facing marginalized communities. National Beat: Elevating regional stories to national prominence through investigative and on-ground reporting. Authoritativeness & Trust A r

Indian ExpressJun 9

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Fire breaks out at steel plant in Chhattisgarh, no casualties

A fire broke out at the captive power plant section of a steel manufacturing unit in Chhattisgarh's Raipur district in the early hours of Tuesday (June 2, 2026), police said.No casualties were reported in the blaze that erupted at Mivaan Steel's plant under the Mandir Hasaud police station area, an official said. The blaze sent thick plumes of smoke billowing into the sky, visible from kilometres away, he said.According to preliminary information, the fire started following an oil leak from a turbine generator's control-line pipe, which quickly ignited as a steam line also passed close to the affected area, he said.While the Fire Department contained the blaze within a few hours, the police have launched a probe to ascertain the exact sequence of events and assess the extent of the property damage, the official said. Published - June 02, 2026 02:15 pm IST

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IMD says monsoon to hit Andamans around 16 May; warns of severe heatwaves in northwest India

The prime minister also highlighted local efforts to clean polluted rivers, the growing interest in astronomy clubs, the rescue of a Gangetic dolphin using a special ambulance, and the progress made by Indian athletes in track and field. India exported nearly 29,938.40 tonnes of mangoes worth $56.50 million in FY25 to destinations such as the UAE, the US, Kuwait, and Qatar.(Pexels)New Delhi - Mango cultivation and the farmers involved in it are “very special for the agricultural economy of the country”, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in his monthly radio address ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on Sunday.Highlighting the diversity of India's mangoes, Modi said the popular summer season fruit is making its way from the country's villages to the global markets.“Every region… its own mango, its own flavour, its own aroma,” he said, listing varieties such as Alphonso (Hapus) of Maharashtra, Gujarat's Kesar, Uttar Pradesh's Dussehri, and his own constituency Varanasi's Langra.While India is the world’s largest mango producer, most of its yield is consumed domestically, with about 1% exported. India exported nearly 29,938.40 tonnes of mangoes worth $56.50 million in FY25 to destinations such as the UAE, the US, Kuwait, and Qatar, according to data cited by the Agricultural and Processed Food Product Export Development Authority (Apeda).The prime minister also spok on the intense summer conditions being experienced across several parts of the country. He highlighted traditional foods and drinks that can help people cope with the heat, including sattu sherbet, kokam sherbet and sol kadhi.His remarks come amid an ongoing heatwave in several parts of northern India, where daytime temperatures have been touching 45 degrees Celsius. Modi urged citizens to stay hydrated and exercise caution while stepping out in the sun. “Don't forget the guidelines issued by various government departments in this regard,” he added.Heatwave conditions have pushed up power demand in the world’s most populous country. Mint reported on 29 May that several parts of India are facing power outages during the evening and night hours, as the power grid struggles to meet demand once solar supply fades.The prime minister also highlighted local efforts to clean polluted rivers, the growing interest in astronomy clubs, the rescue of a Gangetic dolphin using a special ambulance, and the progress made by Indian athletes in track and field.Modi also spoke about the recent return of ancient copper plates from the Chola period from the Netherlands to India.“These include 21 large and 3 small copper plates. They primarily relate to King Rajendra Chola the first, fulfilling a vow made by his father, King Rajaraja Chola. They mention the donation of the village of Anaimangalam to a Buddhist monastery. These copper plates also describe the achievements of the Chola dynasty," said Modi. "They reveal how formidable the Chola Empire’s maritime power was. They also provide information about their relations with Southeast Asian countries.”The Chola dynasty, which ruled large parts of southern India between the 9th and 13th centuries, was known for its maritime power and influence across Southeast Asia.About the AuthorManas PimpalkhareManas is a New Delhi-based journalist with Mint, where he covers the intersection of economic policy, industry, and emerging sectors shaping India’s growth. He writes on government regulation, manufacturing, and the clean energy transition, with particular depth in areas such as electric mobility, battery ecosystems, and rare-earth supply chains. He has written on India’s efforts to build domestic capacity in electric vehicles and energy storage, as well as the broader push to reduce import dependence and strengthen supply chain resilience. His reports are not limited to capturing the headline; they also aim to explain complex policy simply. Manas has studied law in Pune, the city where he grew up, followed by a business journalism diploma from the Asian Colle

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Steel decarbonisation: IEEFA flags gap in Indian firms progress report news.

Steel decarbonisation: IEEFA flags gap in Indian firms progress report news. Deccan Herald

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