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Rs 64 Billion Boost for Rail Links in Three States

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved two major railway infrastructure projects worth Rs 64.05 billion (approximately USD 770 million), aimed at enhancing connectivity and freight capacity across Jharkhand, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh.The approved projects involve the doubling of the Koderma–Barkakana and Ballari–Chikjajur railway lines, extending the Indian Railways network by 318 kilometres. These upgrades are expected to significantly reduce rail congestion, improve operational efficiency, and strengthen the logistics n..

Hindustan Copper To Invest Rs 20 Billion In Expansion

State-run Hindustan Copper Ltd (HCL) will invest approximately Rs 20 billion (USD 240 million) over the next five to six years to expand its mining operations, primarily at its flagship Malanjkhand Copper Project (MCP) in Madhya Pradesh, according to Chairman and Managing Director Sanjiv Kr Singh.This capital expenditure forms part of the company's broader plan to triple its annual ore production capacity from 4 million tonnes to 12.2 million tonnes by the 2030–31 financial year. The investment will be funded entirely by HCL and excludes separate revival efforts for the Rakha and Chapri mine..

YEIDA Clears Rs 100 Billion Noida Film City Plan

The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has approved the revised layout plan for the ambitious Noida Film City project, clearing the way for the Rs 100 billion (approx. USD 1.2 billion) venture after earlier objections. The approval, granted on 10 June, follows the rectification of environmental and safety compliance issues by the developer consortium led by film producer Boney Kapoor.YEIDA had initially rejected the proposal on 27 May due to violations of designated green areas and the absence of mandatory no-objection certificates (NOCs). These issues have now been res..