THEBUSINESSYTES BUREAU NEW DELHI, JANUARY 3, 2025 Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has earned global recognition for its commitment to sustainability by securing the second position in the prestigious S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) for the aluminium sector. This remarkable achievement is underpinned by an impressive overall score of 77, reflecting the company’s leadership in Environmental, Social, and ...

Jharsuguda, December 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has achieved a groundbreaking milestone with the launch of its proprietary Logistics App. Developed in collaboration with Krishca Strapping Solutions, this innovative platform is set to revolutionize the company’s transport loading and lashing operations, marking a significant step in its digital transformation journey. The Logistics App is ...

Koraput, December 18, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, marked its commitment to cultural preservation by supporting “PARAB-2024,” the annual tribal and folk festival celebrating the vibrant cultural heritage of Odisha’s tribal-dominated Koraput district. The festival, inaugurated by Odisha Chief Minister, Mohan Charan Majhi, drew thousands of attendees, offering a lively showcase of tribal art, culture, music, ...

New Delhi, December 13, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Celebrating Energy Conservation Week, an initiative by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, proudly announced achieving energy savings of 1.3 million Giga Joules (GJ). This remarkable milestone is the result of the company’s trailblazing efforts in energy efficiency and sustainability. Additionally, Vedanta Aluminium has achieved a 10.16% ...

Bhubaneswar, December 11, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading aluminium producer, has taken a significant step toward empowering underprivileged youth by setting up the ‘VeDakshata’ Skills Training Centre at Bileimunda village in Sundargarh district. This initiative is poised to transform the socio-economic landscape of the region by offering placement-linked training programs tailored to meet industry demands. The state-of-the-art training ...

Jharsuguda, December 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has unveiled a groundbreaking initiative to bolster sustainable livelihoods and environmental conservation. The launch of Vedamrit Honey, a premium, 100% natural honey produced by the skilled bee farmers of Laikera under the Laikera Honeyfed Farmer Producer Organization (FPO), marks a significant milestone in the company’s commitment to community ...

Vedanta Aluminium launches week-long HIV-AIDS awareness campaign in Odisha Bhubaneswar, December 6, 2024 (TBB Bureau): On the occasion of World AIDS Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, inaugurated a week-long HIV-AIDS awareness campaign across Odisha. Aligned with the theme “Take the Rights Path: My Health, My Right!”, this initiative aims to educate and sensitize local communities about HIV-AIDS ...

Koraput, November 29, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  In a remarkable gesture that reaffirms its commitment to the preservation and promotion of Odisha’s rich cultural traditions, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has provided vital infrastructural support to PARAB-2024, an annual tribal and folk festival that celebrates the vibrant cultural heritage of the local tribal communities in the region. Held near the ...

Jharsuguda, November 28, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, in collaboration with the Jharsuguda District Health Department, marked World Diabetes Day with a robust health awareness campaign in the region. The initiative, aligned with this year’s theme, “Breaking Barriers, Bridging Gaps,” aimed to educate and empower the local community about diabetes prevention, early detection, and management. The ...

New Delhi, November 27, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer and a pioneer in sustainable development, has further strengthened its environmental leadership by launching innovative biodiversity and carbon reduction initiatives in Jharsuguda, Odisha. This ambitious program is being rolled out in partnership with PwC India, aiming to bolster ecological balance, restore natural habitats, and foster community-centric carbon ...

Jharsuguda, November 23, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, is driving significant social change in Western Odisha through the Subhalaxmi Co-operative. Established in 2008, the cooperative has been a beacon of empowerment for rural women, offering innovative livelihood and welfare programs that foster economic independence and sustainable development. A standout initiative under its banner, the Mahila Kalyan ...

New Delhi, November 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a landmark step towards sustainable industrial practices, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has inked a Gas Sales Agreement (GSA) with GAIL Gas Limited, a subsidiary of GAIL (India) Limited. This collaboration will power Vedanta’s world-renowned Jharsuguda smelter, the largest aluminium plant globally, with natural gas, marking a pivotal transition to cleaner ...

Jharsuguda, November 14, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a bid to foster environmental consciousness and sustainable hygiene practices, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading aluminium producer, recently conducted a community-oriented training session on “Zero Menstrual Waste” in Jharsuguda. The program, led by Malini Parmar, co-founder of the waste management social enterprise Stonesoup, aimed to equip participants with the knowledge to reduce menstrual waste ...

Bhubaneswar, November 14, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, is celebrating the remarkable achievement of seven young archers—five of them girls—from its grassroots sports initiative, who have qualified for the prestigious 68th National School Games Federation of India (SGFI) Championship. The championship, hosted by the Sports Authority of Gujarat, provides a national platform for young athletes to ...

Jharsuguda, November 6, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant health initiative, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading aluminium producer, observed Global Handwashing Day 2024 by launching an extensive awareness campaign across 28 villages in Jharsuguda. With the theme “Why are clean hands still important?” the campaign aimed to enhance health and hygiene practices within local communities, promoting handwashing as a vital tool ...

New Delhi, October 23, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has taken a significant step towards enhancing operational efficiency and sustainability in its logistics operations by inducting Bogie Open Bottom Rapid discharge railway wagons with pneumatic door opening actuators (BOBRN) for coal transportation at its smelters in Jharsuguda, Odisha, and Korba, Chhattisgarh. This initiative is part ...

Jharsuguda, October 22, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, recently welcomed students from the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Sambalpur to its state-of-the-art aluminium plant in Jharsuguda as part of its Campus Connect initiative. The visit offered the students an in-depth understanding of the aluminium manufacturing process, which serves over 60 countries, and provided valuable insights into ...

Sundargarh, October 15, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, played a key role in fostering the latent talents of rural students by supporting the “Suravi Children’s Festival,” a state-level platform aimed at nurturing young minds from local communities. The festival, held at Girisma Upper Primary School, witnessed enthusiastic participation from students representing 186 schools across 18 gram ...

New Delhi, October 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first Indian smelter to integrate with the London Metal Exchange (LME) Passport platform. This landmark achievement positions Vedanta Aluminium as one of only five primary aluminium producers globally to digitally connect its metal quality analysis system with the LME ...

Jharsuguda, October 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, in collaboration with the District Health Department of Jharsuguda, organized a health awareness program in the villages of Sunarimunda and Brundamal. The initiative, which reached over 200 local residents, underscores Vedanta Aluminium’s commitment to enhancing the health and well-being of the communities around its operations. The event featured ...

New Delhi, October 7, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, marked National Nutrition Month 2024 with impactful community health initiatives across its operations. Tailored specifically for children, adolescents, and mothers, the campaign emphasized the importance of a balanced diet and nutritious food choices. This year’s theme, ‘Nutritious diet for everyone,’ is observed annually by the Government of ...

Jharsuguda, September 28, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has successfully concluded a week-long Swachhata Abhiyan in Jharsuguda, as part of the Government of India’s ‘Swachhata Hi Sewa’ initiative. This campaign focused on improving public spaces, raising awareness about waste management, and promoting green practices, all in alignment with the company’s broader sustainability strategy. The initiative featured ...

New Delhi, September 26, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first and only company in India to receive Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certification for aluminium wire rods and rolled products, effective today. This certification applies to products manufactured at Vedanta’s BALCO facility in Chhattisgarh and its unit in Jharsuguda, Odisha. On August ...

Bhawanipatna, September 26, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a sustained effort to enhance community health and well-being, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, announced its collaboration with the Ministry of Ayush on the “Swarna Prasan” initiative. This partnership aims to benefit 500 students from Manikeshwari High School and Saraswati Shishu Mandir in Bhawanipatna. Supported by the Government of Odisha, the Secretary ...

New Delhi, September 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has commended the Government of India for approving the Sardega-Bhalumuda rail connectivity project between Odisha and Chhattisgarh. The project, sanctioned by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), aims to streamline coal transportation in a sustainable and efficient manner. By transitioning from road to 100% rail-based coal ...

Bhubaneswar, September 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a compassionate move to support bereaved families and ensure a dignified final journey for the deceased, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has introduced a “free hearse service” at the Laxmipur Community Health Centre (CHC) in the rural areas of Odisha’s Koraput district. The initiative will benefit residents across 100 villages surrounding the ...

Bhubaneswar, September 18, 2024 (TBB Bureau): On the occasion of National Engineers’ Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, reaffirms its commitment to driving innovation, enhancing access to quality education, and boosting local employment. Recognizing the crucial role engineers play in fostering sustainable progress, the event highlighted the company’s initiatives aimed at nurturing engineering talent and advancing technological innovation to ...

New Delhi, September 11, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer and the world’s top aluminium wire rod manufacturer, introduced two new products at ‘PowerEdge 2024’. The AL59 Ingot, noted for its high electrical conductivity, is ideal for remelting, while the EC-grade Wire Rod, designed for winding strip applications, offers a balance of strength and conductivity. Both are ...

New Delhi, September 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has appointed David Stone as the Chief Executive Officer of its coal mining operations. In his new role, Stone will oversee all coal mining activities, driving strategic initiatives and leveraging technology and innovation to enhance resource efficiency and sustainability. David Stone’s extensive experience will be pivotal in ...

Bhubaneswar, September 10, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, celebrated World Water Week in Odisha’s Kalahandi district with a series of initiatives involving over 1,500 community members. The week-long event underscored the company’s commitment to water conservation and community engagement. The celebrations featured a range of activities, including pond cleaning across more than five villages in the ...

Jharsuguda, September 07, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, conducted a comprehensive on-site emergency mock drill at its aluminium plant in Jharsuguda. The drill, focusing on transformer fires and subsequent rescue operations, was aimed at enhancing the emergency response capabilities of the plant’s workforce and ensuring preparedness in the event of an actual emergency. The mock drill ...

Jharsuguda, September 5, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has inaugurated an advanced simulation training centre for Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) and Heavy Motor Vehicle (HMV) drivers at its expansive aluminium plant in Jharsuguda. This new facility represents a major step in the company’s commitment to enhancing road safety, skill development, and operational excellence in the transportation ...

Sijimali (Rayagada), September 04, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  In a significant move to support education in remote areas of Odisha, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has distributed school kits to more than 4,000 students across 50-plus schools near its Kuraloi and Sijimali mines in the tribal-dominated districts of Rayagada, Kalahandi, and Jharsuguda. The school kits, which include a school bag, ...

Jharsuguda, August 29, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium’s efforts to boost access to quality education have had a profound impact on secondary education and digital literacy in the Jharsuguda district of Odisha. Through initiatives such as Project Vidyagraha, the Vedanta Mini Science Centre, and support for the Government of Odisha’s Mo School Abhiyan program, the company is setting new benchmarks ...

NEW DELHI, AUGUST 21, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has received several accolades at the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) National Energy Efficiency Circle Competition 2024 for its energy-efficient practices at its alumina refinery in Lanjigarh, Odisha. The refinery was awarded first prize in the ‘Best Energy Efficient Designated Consumer (under BEE-PAT scheme)’ category and received ...

Jharsuguda, August 20, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has successfully concluded a comprehensive weeklong health awareness campaign focused on combating malaria, dengue, and diarrhoea (MDD) in Jharsuguda district. The initiative, which engaged over 3,500 individuals across 28 villages and two special schools, underscores Vedanta Aluminium’s ongoing commitment to improving community health in remote regions. In ...

New Delhi, August 19, 2024 (TBB Bureau): On the occasion of India’s 78th Independence Day, Vedanta Aluminium, the nation’s largest aluminium producer, has taken a monumental step in promoting gender equality within its operations. The company launched Phase Three of Project Shree Shakti, a pioneering initiative aimed at inducting women employees into night shifts at its smelter operations in Jharsuguda, ...

Sundargarh, August 16, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, on Thursday celebrated 78th Independence Day with great patriotic fervor, embodying the spirit of unity and freedom. The Vedanta Aluminium Mining team sought to inspire national pride and foster community spirit by organizing celebrations that involved over 4,000 students from more than 30 schools in the Sijimali and ...

NEW DELHI, AUGUST 14, 2024 (TBB BUREAU):  Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has announced the appointment of Luca Zipponi as the CEO of its Rolled Products division. In this role, Luca will be responsible for driving growth and overseeing all operations related to the division, which serves diverse sectors including automotive, insulation, power projects, electrical, and packaging. He will ...

Jharsuguda, August 09, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, continues to lead the way in sustainable energy practices, reaffirming its commitment at its Jharsuguda operations. In alignment with India’s green energy goals, the company is advancing its mission of sustainability by integrating biofuels into its energy mix. This announcement coincides with Biofuel Day, observed annually on ...

NEW DELHI, AUGUST 1, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, announced on Thursday that its 12-mm wire rods, manufactured at the Bharat Aluminium Company Limited (BALCO) facility in Korba, Chhattisgarh, have been certified by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). These aluminium wire rods, known for their excellent conductivity, lightweight nature, and durability, are primarily used in ...

New Delhi & Jharsuguda, July 24, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, has joined forces with NITI Aayog and leading national institutions to explore sustainable applications for red mud, a significant byproduct of the bauxite refining process used in aluminium production. This high-level stakeholder meeting convened experts to identify pathways for effectively utilizing this byproduct and advancing ...

Bhubaneswar, July 23, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Two talented kabaddi players from Odisha, supported by Vedanta Aluminium, have made their mark on the national stage by representing their state at the 6th Sports Development and Promotion Federation (SDPF) Kabaddi National Championship. Tankadhar Naik and Lepulya Naik, hailing from the remote village of Sijimali in Rayagada district, were instrumental in securing a ...

Jharsuguda, July 17, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a significant stride towards environmental sustainability, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, conducted a mass plantation drive in Jharsuguda as part of the Government of India’s ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign. This initiative, organized in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change (MoEFCC), saw the planting of over 2,000 ...

Bhubaneswar, July 17, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a testament to their unwavering commitment to Odisha’s cultural and spiritual heritage, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, played a pivotal role in this year’s annual Rath Yatra celebrations in Puri. Over nine days, Vedanta Aluminium served millions of devotees, providing free meals, Mahaprasad, and clean drinking water, ensuring that all participants could ...

JHARSUGUDA, JULY 15, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s leading producer of aluminium, has marked a significant milestone in healthcare accessibility by facilitating over 20,000 medical tests through its state-of-the-art diagnostic centres in Jharsuguda and Laikera. Since their inauguration in August 2023, these centres have emerged as pivotal hubs for comprehensive healthcare services, bolstering diagnostic capabilities and raising healthcare standards ...

New Delhi, July 11, 2024 (TBB Bureau):  Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has announced a significant expansion of its electric lithium-ion forklift fleet to 66 units, further cementing its position as the largest operator of such forklifts in the country. This strategic move underscores the company’s dedication to sustainable practices and its ongoing decarbonization journey. In a recent ...

JHARSUGUDA, JULY 7, 2024 (TBB BUREAU): Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, reverberated with religious zeal and festive cheer as it commemorated Rath Yatra at its sprawling township, Vedanta Meadows, in Jharsuguda on Sunday. The event, marked by vibrant celebrations, witnessed the procession of three magnificently adorned chariots carrying the idols of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra. ...

Jharsuguda, June 17, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a gesture of compassion and commitment to community welfare, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s foremost producer of aluminium, has stepped forward to provide essential cooling assets to the District Jail in Jharsuguda. With temperatures soaring in the region, the provision of 15 air coolers, 50 ceiling fans, and a water cooler by Vedanta Aluminium will ...

New Delhi, June 05, 2024 (TBB Bureau): On the occasion of World Environment Day, Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IORA Ecological Solutions, a leading environmental advisory firm in India. This partnership will see Vedanta Aluminium collaborate with IORA to implement nature-based solutions (NBS) aimed at conserving biodiversity and natural resources ...