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Same sparkle, different story: how lab-grown diamonds are transforming the market

You’ve probably heard the saying “a diamond is forever”. What if the market for them – with its hefty price tags – isn’t?

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Why are people wrapping their TV remote in aluminium foil? The truth behind the viral hack

Viral social media videos suggest wrapping TV remotes in aluminium foil. Most claims about boosting signals are misleading and untrue. A small foil piece can temporarily fix loose battery contacts in a pinch. However, foil cannot replace a battery or improve remote performance. Experts advise checking batteries or replacing the…

The Economic Times

Copper slips ahead of Fed rate decision, aluminium rises on Gulf fighting

Copper prices faced a downturn due to cautious trading leading up to the Federal Reserve's imminent interest rate decision. The easing of supply constraints in China added further downward pressure on both copper and zinc. Conversely, aluminium experienced an uptick as escalating conflicts in the Middle East raised supply concerns.

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How to clean silver cutlery with aluminium foil: The science-backed trick that restores shine in minutes

Cleaning silver cutlery with aluminium foil: Tarnished silver cutlery can be cleaned quickly without scrubbing. This method uses aluminum foil, baking soda, salt, and hot water. A chemical reaction removes tarnish by transferring sulfur compounds to the foil. The process is safe for sterling silver but not for plated or…

The Economic Times

Why people line cutlery drawers with aluminium foil: Does it really help keep utensils clean and protect against scratches?

Lining cutlery drawers with aluminium foil helps reduce silver utensil tarnish. This practice also makes cleaning the drawer easier by providing a removable layer. The foil acts as a barrier, protecting wooden drawers from scratches. However, experts state foil does not possess antibacterial properties. There is no scientific evidence that…

The Economic Times

War? What war? Aluminium's Gulf disruption premium vanishes

Despite the Iran conflict disrupting more than 2 million metric tons of aluminium supply, prices have retreated to pre-war levels as markets bet that higher exports from China and Indonesia will offset Gulf production losses. However, rising physical premiums in Europe and Japan suggest supply concerns remain unresolved.

The Economic Times

Vedanta Aluminium shares in a sweet spot, says ICICI Securities; initiates coverage with Buy rating

ICICI Securities has initiated coverage on Vedanta Aluminium Metal (VAML) with a 'Buy' rating and a target price of Rs 520, implying over 19% upside. The brokerage expects strong earnings growth, driven by favourable aluminium prices, higher volumes, backward integration and lower costs. It also sees robust cash generation, debt…

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Major 'green' smelter ineligible for renewable credits

A major aluminium smelter, which has a quickly approaching deadline to lock-in a long-term electricity deal, won't be able to rely on green credit help.

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Can you reuse aluminium foil? 10 practical household uses backed by science

Cleaned aluminum foil offers multiple household uses beyond single use. It effectively removes tarnish from silver through an electrochemical reaction. Foil balls can scrub pots and pans and reduce dryer static. Reflective foil deters garden pests and reflects light onto houseplants. This material also seals small gaps and protects fixtures…

The Economic Times

Canada's Enervoxa plans India rare earths project, may tie up with Vedanta, Hindalco, NALCO

Canadian climate technology company Enervoxa plans to partner with Vedanta, Hindalco and NALCO to build a rare earth processing plant in India using aluminium waste, or red mud. The project aims to strengthen India's rare earth processing capabilities, reduce reliance on China and support the country's critical minerals supply chain.

The Economic Times

In India, Iran war forces Diet Coke to roll out a bigger can, heftier price tag

Coca-Cola has raised Diet Coke prices in India by over 10% after the ongoing Middle East conflict disrupted supplies of aluminium cans. The company is importing costlier 330-ml cans from Southeast Asia as supplies of its usual 300-ml cans have been hit by shipping disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz.

The Economic Times

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…

The Economic Times

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…

The Times of India

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,…

The Economic Times

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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

The Economic Times

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.…

The Guardian - UK

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

The Economic Times

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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The Economic Times

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…

The Economic Times

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…

The Economic Times

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.

The Economic Times

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.…

The Economic Times

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…

The Economic Times

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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