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Bokaro Steel Plant is accelerating its electric mobility drive, introducing EV cars for officials and planning EV buses and trucks. This aligns with Prime Minister Modi's call for EV adoption. ESL Steel and BMW Industries are also embracing electric vehicles, signaling a significant shift towards green transport within the steel sector.

In an inspiring address, Vedanta Chairman Anil Agarwal celebrated the rise of Bihar's cricket talents, particularly highlighting Ishan Kishan's impressive journey in the IPL. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary announced a government initiative focused on developing cricket infrastructure and nurturing local talent.

The Supreme Court has declared bail conditions in Odisha requiring accused persons to clean police stations as "null and void," citing a "colonial mindset" and human rights violations. The court emphasized that such degrading conditions are impermissible and must be removed from all bail orders across the state.

Vedanta Aluminium in Jharsuguda faces a hefty Rs 233.11 crore demand from the government for illegally drawing water from the Bheden river. The irrigation department has issued a one-month deadline for payment, which includes base charges, a six-time penalty, and monthly interest. Local villagers and environmental groups have also voiced concerns.

The Centre has notified a new broad-gauge railway line connecting Tikiri station to Adani and Vedanta's bauxite mines in Kutrumali and Sijimali. This 55 km public-private partnership project aims to facilitate bauxite transportation, despite recent village protests against mining development. Officials emphasize swift land acquisition and construction for the project.

Police have filed a case against vedanta group chairman Anil Agarwal and plant head Devendra Patel. This follows a deadly blast at Vedanta's power plant in Chhattisgarh on April 14. The explosion killed 21 workers. Investigators found excessive fuel accumulation caused a pressure build-up. The incident occurred in Singhitarai village. Fourteen workers remain hospitalized.

A BJP delegation visited Sijimali, where 70 people were injured in a clash over a proposed bauxite mine road. The party assured residents their grievances, including alleged administrative harassment and legal irregularities in the mining lease, would be addressed. The delegation will brief state BJP leaders on the ground situation.

Vedanta Aluminium Metal has signed agreements with two firms to establish downstream units at its new Jharsuguda park, aiming to boost Odisha's value addition and employment. This initiative, expected to draw over Rs 500 crore in investment and create 1,500 jobs, will foster a dedicated industrial ecosystem for aluminium-based manufacturing, strengthening the state's global position.

Group's resolution plan for the takeover of insolvent Jaiprakash Associates Limited.