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Farmer trampled to death by wild elephant in Thalavadi hills

The latest fatality comes a day after a construction worker was killed in an elephant attack in the Kadambur Hills on Wednesday night

Tata Steel shares fall 3% after fire breaks out at UK’s Port Talbot plant

The shares of metals major Tata Steel dropped nearly 3% on Friday after a fire broke out at the company’s plant at Port Talbot in UK late on Wednesday, forcing the company to temporarily halt operations at part of the site.Large plumes of smoke were visible from the site and could be seen across the surrounding area, BBC reported, adding that emergency services remained at the scene on Thursday and were working to manage the incident.Tata Steel UK meanwhile said that all personnel were evacuated safely from the affected area. It added that the incident was not related to the safe and successful demolition of the empty, redundant gas holder earlier yesterday evening. The Mid and West Wales Fire Service attended the site while emergency services worked with local teams to completely extinguish the fire, the company further said.The 3.2 million tonne facility is transitioning to an electric arc furnace with an investment of £1.25 billion, with the help of aid from the local government. It is expected to be commissioned by the end of 2027. Tata Steel has completed major demolition work of the blast furnaces for the transition, and is currently working on fabrication and delivery of equipment.Also read: Tata Steel eyes 9% India sales growth this fiscalIn October 2024, Tata Steel ceased iron making operations at its Port Talbot site and temporarily paused steel manufacturing, pending the construction of a 3.2 MTPA electric arc furnace. What this means for Tata Steel share priceICICI Direct highlighted that the fire has reportedly been contained, although the extent of the operational impact is yet to be assessed. “While the incident is sentimentally negative, the UK operations contribute a relatively small share to Tata Steel's overall business, and hence the impact on the company's overall performance is expected to be limited. We await further clarification from the company regarding any operational disruptions or financial implications arising from the incident,” it added.Tata Steel share priceTata Steel shares tumbled more than 3% to trade at Rs 204 apiece on Friday afternoon. The shares of the company have fallen around 2% in one week and 3% in one month. The stock is however up more than 12% in 2026 so far.In the longer term, Tata Steel shares jumped more than 29% in one year, 87% in three years and over 82% in five years. The company currently has a market capitalisation of more than Rs 2.55 lakh crore.(Disclaimer: Recommendations, suggestions, views and opinions given by the experts are their own. These do not represent the views of The Economic Times)

3 killed after crane collapses in Faridabad during Jewar expressway construction

3 killed after crane collapses in Faridabad during Jewar expressway construction

3 dead, 1 injured as crane overturns at Jewar Airport flyover construction site

Tragedy struck a Jewar Airport flyover construction site near Faridabad as a crane overturned amidst adverse weather, claiming three lives. Officials confirmed that four individuals were trapped inside a container, with one rescued alive but injured. The State Disaster Response Force is continuing rescue efforts, having recovered three bodies. The accident is attributed to severe weather conditions.

Crane collapses at Jewar Expressway construction site, at least 5 workers trapped

One worker was rescued with serious injuries, while rescue teams continued efforts to reach others believed to be trapped under the heavy equipment.

Moving to a high-rise flat? Here are the safety rules you should know

India's major cities are experiencing a surge in skyscraper construction, with developers building higher than ever before. The National Building Code mandates stringent safety provisions for these high-rise structures, including fire safety systems, earthquake safeguards, and robust electrical protection. These regulations are crucial as urban skylines transform.

Under-construction five-storey building collapses in Idukki

No casualties reported. Peerumade panchayat secretary says building owner had obtained a valid construction permit

Construction worker trampled to death by elephant in Kadambur hills

According to officials, he was returning home after work on a two-wheeler and was travelling through a forest stretch between Kadambur and Iruttipalayam when a lone elephant emerged onto his path

Hindalco eyes Rs 1,000 cr revenue by FY29

Hindalco Indiustries, the metals arm of Aditya Birla Group, is eyeing a Rs 1,000 crore of revenue by fiscal year 2029 with the launch of its Eternia experience centre in New Delhi on Thursday.Eternia is among the fastest-growing players in the system aluminium windows segment, recording nearly 65% CAGR growth over the last three years, the company said. The revenue target would largely be driven by rapid category growth, an expanding nationwide partner network, and strengthened manufacturing capabilities.The windows and façade segment in India represents an estimated ₹40,000 crore market opportunity and remains largely unorganised, with premium segments growing at nearly 15% CAGR, Hindalco said in a regulatory filing, citing rising demand for high-performance, design-led offerings."The building and construction sector is a critical pillar of India’s growth story, and we see significant opportunity in delivering high-performance, system-driven solutions to this evolving market," said Satish Pai, Managing Director.The Eternia brand has positioned Hindalco to move up the value chain, from aluminium production to engineered building solutions. The metals major manufactures and distributes products through facilities located at Renukoot, Silvassa, Kuppam, and Alupuram.The company has also built a manufacturing hub in Bilaspur, Gurugram, spanning 120,00 sq. ft. and a capacity to produce up to 250,000 sq. ft. of windows per month. The facility, Hindalco said, is strategically located to serve the rapidly growing North Indian market and improve delivery speed and responsiveness.The Gurugram facility also houses a R&D centre for ongoing product development and testing, along with a training centre.

Five-storey under-construction building collapses in Kerala’s Idukki; no casualties

While the structure was completely destroyed, a family living in a nearby house had a narrow escape

Illegal construction, locked terrace, multiple lapses: What made Delhi hotel fire rescue ops difficult

A Delhi bed and breakfast, operating illegally as a 25-room hotel despite a six-room license, flouted numerous safety norms. Flourish Stay lacked fire safety certificates, had a single exit, and its electronic gates and locked windows trapped guests during a devastating fire. The probe revealed a shocking disregard for basic safety regulations.

Cabinet approves construction of new coastal Rameshwar-Paradeep highway in Odisha

The project section of the new coastal highway passes through Khurda, Puri, Kendrapada and Jagatsinghpur districts of Odisha

Saket Building Collapse Triggers MCD Crackdown On Illegal Construction, Notices Sent To Eight Properties

After Saket building collapse killed six, MCD cracks down on illegal constructions, identifies 81 violators. CM Rekha Gupta orders citywide survey and inquiry.

US-Iran War Hits Real Estate: Construction Costs Jump 25%, Delays Loom

Iran War Impact: Builders say critical materials are becoming difficult to procure at any price.

Transrail bags orders worth Rs 575 crore

New Delhi: Transrail Lighting, a leading turnkey engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company, on Tuesday said it has bagged new orders worth Rs 575 crore primarily in the transmission and distribution (T&D), civil construction and pole business.As of March 31, the company's unexecuted order book (including L1 or Lowest Bidder position) stood at Rs 16,361 crore, up 12 per cent year-on-year, Transrail Lighting said in an exchange filing."The orders in the T&D segment including construction of a 500 kV HVDC line for a marquee customer, supply of our products in international markets, specialised civil construction job and pole supplies, highlights our diversified capabilities and competencies," the company's MD & CEO Randeep Narang said.Mumbai-based Transrail Lighting is an EPC company primarily engaged in T&D with operations spanning civil, railways, poles and lighting segments. The company has a presence across 63 countries.For FY26, the company posted a net profit of Rs 403.59 crore, up 23 per cent from Rs 328.68 crore in 2024-25. Its total income also rose over 29 per cent to Rs 6,928.83 crore from Rs 5,353 crore in FY25.

Saket Building Collapse: Owner Arrested, 2 MCD Officials Suspended For Alleged Illegal Construction

A building in Saidulajab near the Saket Metro station collapsed on Saturday, killing five medical and engineering graduates and a canteen owner.

NEET accused demolishes illegal construction

Two workers killed as rain-soaked wall collapses at construction site in Madanayakanahalli

Buying a home? Check if you qualify for PMAY Urban 2.0 benefits

The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban 2.0 offers affordable housing solutions for low and middle-income families in cities. Through initiatives like Beneficiary Led Construction and Affordable Rental Housing, the scheme aims to provide financial assistance and accessible living spaces. Eligibility is based on income and requires no prior pucca house ownership.

Bengaluru man protests on road after VIP convoy leaves his pregnant wife stranded

A traffic jam on Old Airport Road, exacerbated by underpass construction, sparked public outrage after a man with his pregnant wife protested being stuck for nearly 30 minutes due to the Governor's convoy. The incident has reignited debates on VIP culture, with police launching an inquiry into the alleged 30-minute halt.