'This will be the mother of all victories': NDA on IANS-Matrize Exit Poll predictions of clean sweep in Bihar

IANS | November 12, 2025 2:34 PM

Patna, Nov 12 (IANS) As the IANS-Matrize Exit Poll projected a sweeping victory for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Bihar, with a 48 per cent vote share and over 150 seats, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday said this would be “the mother of all victories.” The party expressed confidence that under Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s leadership, the NDA would form the government with a record majority.

The stakes are high for Bihar political leaders across hues

IANS | November 12, 2025 1:56 PM

New Delhi, Nov 12 (IANS) Though exit polls have predicted a victory for the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Bihar Assembly election once again, much is at stake for Chief Minister Nitish Kumar when the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) start pinging numbers on Friday, November 14, counting day.

India’s cement industry poised to expand by 170 million tonnes in next 3 fiscals

IANS | November 12, 2025 1:41 PM

Mumbai, Nov 12 (IANS) India’s cement industry is poised for an expansion spree, with grinding capacity of 160-170 million tonnes (MT) expected to be added between financial years 2026 and 2028, up sharply compared with the 95 MT added in the past three financial years. This is primarily fuelled by a healthy demand outlook and high capacity utilisation, according to a Crisil report released on Wednesday.