In 2023, researchers crushed discarded coconut shells into aggregate substitutes, replacing 10% of coarse aggregate produced 34.8 N/mm² concrete strengthCoconut shells offer a sustainable alternative to gravel in concrete construction. Studies show replacing ten percent of coarse aggregate w...
02 Sep, 2026, 06.30 PM IST
Amazon Now to take asset-light route, taps More Retail stores in smaller cities“We’re using their existing store infrastructure, which exists across multiple towns, and using those almost like pseudo-fulfilment centres...
02 Sep, 2026, 11.01 AM IST
Vodafone Idea plans to repay ₹49,000 crore spectrum dues in 3 yearsVodafone Idea plans to pay nearly ₹49,000 crore in spectrum dues over the next three years, with payments of about ₹7,000 crore in FY27, ₹1...
28 Aug, 2026, 05.00 AM IST
Hindalco Industries expands specialty Alumina portfolioHindalco Industries commissioned a new facility for specialty alumina in Belagavi. This new plant will produce flame-retardant products for...
28 Aug, 2026, 01.09 AM IST
Australian saying of the day: 'She'll be apples' - Meaning and why it still mattersAustralian saying of the day: In Australia, the phrase "She'll be apples" acts as a comforting reminder during tricky times, signifying tha...
27 Aug, 2026, 02.21 PM IST
Sun Life bets of India’s alternative investments like Private credit, infrastructure, Raising stake in India’s insurance business not a priority: Kevin StrainSun Life sees significant growth potential in India's insurance and wealth management sectors. The company is exploring new investment oppo...
26 Aug, 2026, 10.32 PM IST
Jefferies picks 4 NBFCs with up to 20% upside that may continue outperforming Nifty, bank stocks. Here’s whyJefferies has picked Bajaj Finance, Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company, Aditya Birla Capital and Shriram Finance to outperform th...
25 Aug, 2026, 04.32 PM IST
ETSA 2026: Elite jury meets today to crown startup ecosystem's bestA distinguished jury led by Wipro’s Rishad Premji will select winners for the 12th edition of The Economic Times Startup Awards. The awards...
25 Aug, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
ET World Leaders Forum 2026: India Inc’s got all it takes to roll out ‘World+1’ model, says Kumar Mangalam BirlaThe global economy shows strong resilience, growing despite recent global challenges. Aditya Birla Group chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla high...
24 Aug, 2026, 11.54 PM IST
Aditya Birla Group taps local lenders for Sprng EnergyAditya Birla Group is in advanced talks with domestic lenders to raise about Rs 14,000 crore through a long-term loan syndication to fund i...
24 Aug, 2026, 08.46 AM IST
ET World Leaders Forum: Corporate India bullish on country's growth story, says Kumar Mangalam BirlaAditya Birla Group chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla said India Inc’s confidence in the country’s growth prospects remains strong, with compani...
24 Aug, 2026, 12.47 AM IST
Grasim eyes Rs 2 lakh crore revenue in FY27 as growth platforms scale up: KM BirlaGrasim Industries anticipates reaching Rs 2 lakh crore revenue by FY27. This growth stems from its diverse businesses including cement and ...
23 Aug, 2026, 03.53 PM IST
ET World Leaders Forum: Calling India ‘China+1' is 'intellectually lazy', says Kumar Mangalam Birla, envisions growth engine role for the countryAditya Birla Group Chairman Kumar Mangalam Birla said describing India as a “China+1” destination is “intellectually lazy”, arguing that th...
22 Aug, 2026, 03.36 PM IST
HDFC and Axis Mutual Fund resume subscriptions in gold ETFs and gold ETF FoFsHDFC and Axis Mutual Fund have resumed unrestricted subscriptions in gold ETFs and funds, following similar moves by Tata and Aditya Birla ...
22 Aug, 2026, 12.41 PM IST
Local funds' share rises in private credit market: EY reportPrivate credit investments were broadly similar to the second half of 2025 levels of $3.4 billion, with refinancing, holding-company fundin...
20 Aug, 2026, 11.22 PM IST
Aditya Birla Capital to enter gold loan market, target 1,000 branchesAditya Birla Capital will enter India’s competitive gold loan market with 200-300 dedicated branches by March 2027, followed by a target of...
20 Aug, 2026, 07.15 PM IST
Aditya Birla Capital forays into gold loan business; shares rise 3%Aditya Birla Capital Limited is entering the gold loan business segment. The company plans to establish approximately 1,000 branches over t...
20 Aug, 2026, 01.17 PM IST