Govt should come down hard on cronies, says Mohandas Pai

Mohandas Pai (photographed) wanted an honest and transparent Budget from the new government. The chairman of Manipal Global Education Services was forthright when he said the government often......

Metal firms see China re-opening as boost to commodities

The re-opening of the Chinese economy, as it moves away from its zero-Covid policy, could help stabilise commodity prices, according to some of the country’s top metal companies. Photograph:......

Stakes rise for bauxite blocks in Odisha on Adani Group's entry

The next auction for bauxite blocks in Odisha may see heightened interest with Adani Group charting an entry into alumina refining and existing players looking to boost capacity. Photograph:......

Despite spike in aluminium demand, China still a threat for India

Chinese alumina refining and metal smelting technologies have emerged as a match for the best anywhere in the world. In fact, Vedanta and Hindalco have bought technologies from China. Our aluminium......

Indian doubles teams crash out of Denmark Open

IMAGE: Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand suffered three-game defeats in their opening contest. Photograph: BAI/X India's doubles campaign ended at the Denmark Open badminton tournament after......