For the quarter ended June, the company produced 15.10 MT, registering a 26% year-on-year increase. Sales stood at 11.75 MT, marking a 2% y-o-y rise. It was the highest-ever first-quarter production and sales since inception and strengthens its position in India’s steel value chain, the largest iron ore producer in the country said.

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The collaboration will focus on next-generation ironmaking processes, low-carbon technologies, and efficient mineral utilization aligned with global sustainability goals. Key areas include green steel and low-emission ironmaking, beneficiation and value addition of critical minerals, process optimization, waste reduction, and circular economy practices in mining and metallurgy.

Through joint research projects, pilot studies, technology development, and knowledge exchange, the initiative seeks to accelerate industry-academia cooperation and enable faster commercialization of scalable, environmentally responsible industrial solutions.

The Sinter Plant continued its upward trajectory, achieving a record daily production of 15,590 tonnes and a monthly output of 4.14 lakh tonnes, operating at over 105 per cent of rated capacity. The Blast Furnace also registered exceptional performance with a daily hot metal production of 11,315 tonnes and a monthly output of 2.80 lakh tonnes, exceeding 101 per cent capacity utilisation. Notably, NSL achieved its lowest-ever average fuel rate of 519 kg per tonne of hot metal, using only sinter and ore, and recorded the highest monthly average PCI rate of 164 kg per tonne, placing it among the best-performing steel plants in the country.

The Steel Melting Shop and Thin Slab Caster–Hot Strip Mill also delivered their best results to date, with record monthly production of 2.03 lakh tonnes of HR coils, 2.09 lakh tonnes of crude steel and 2.15 lakh tonnes of liquid steel. NSL also achieved its highest-ever converter lining life of 4,799 heats and successfully introduced two new steel grades for commercial production. Highlighting these achievements, CMD Shri Amitava Mukherjee said the consistent record-breaking performance reflects the dedication and discipline of the workforce, adding that NSL is well positioned to contribute to India’s steel growth story through technology-driven efficiency, an expanding product portfolio and a strong commitment to nation-building.

The MoU was signed by Mr. Satyendra Rai, Executive Director (Digital Transformation), NMDC Limited, and Dean of Research & Development, IIT Kanpur, in the presence of Prof. Manindra Agrawal, Director, IIT Kanpur, Project Director, Project Leads, and Officials from NMDC and I-Hub NTIHAC Foundation (C3iHub).

Under the MoU, IIT Kanpur’s C3iHub will support NMDC in cyber risk assessments, vulnerability analysis, security governance, incident response planning, and benchmarking of Security Operations Centre (SOC) models. The partnership will also explore AI/ML-driven solutions, digital twins, predictive maintenance frameworks, and advanced data analytics to enhance operational efficiency across NMDC’s mining ecosystem.

During the MoU signing ceremony, Prof Manindra Agrawal, Director of IIT Kanpur, said, “At IIT Kanpur, we have a strong research expertise in the domains of cybersecurity and AI, addressing challenges of national interest. I am confident that this collaboration will not only strengthen cyber resilience across NMDC’s operations but also foster the development of transformative technologies in AI, machine learning, and smart industrial systems in mining applications.”

Both institutions will jointly undertake research, capacity-building programs, and technology pilots, with successful proofs-of-concept evaluated for scalable deployment. The collaboration marks a significant step toward strengthening cyber resilience and accelerating digital transformation in India’s mining sector.

Addressing the NMDC family, Shri Mukherjee highlighted the company’s blend of legacy and forward-looking vision, noting ongoing investments in digitally enabled, state-of-the-art equipment to strengthen operations and drive NMDC 2.0. He commended the awardees for inspiring excellence and reaffirmed the organisation’s resolve to continue learning and advancing. With a strong foundation built over 68 years, NMDC remains committed to innovation, sustainability and operational excellence as it contributes to India’s vision of Viksit Bharat @2047.

The T&I Department’s first year has been marked by significant accomplishments, including the operationalization of the Pellet Plant at Donimalai under the NMDC Partnership Policy, the launch of a Digital Project Management Unit, dust fencing at Donimalai, and preparation of detailed project reports for advanced mining systems such as the In-Pit Crushing and

Conveying (IPCC) system at Bacheli and 190T Dumpers. Work on the Automatic Sampling System across all production units is also underway. Looking ahead, NMDC is set to implement several key projects, including the Stockpile Management and Remote Operation System at Kirandul, In-Pit Modular Crushing at Donimalai, and large-scale infrastructure initiatives such as the 20 MTPA Buffer Stockpile & Blending Yard at Vizag and the 2 MTPA Beneficiation Plant at Kirandul, further solidifying its commitment to innovation, efficiency, and sustainable growth.

Senior NMDC leaders, including Shri Vinay Kumar, Director (Technical), and Shri C Neelakanta Reddy, Chief Vigilance Officer, addressed the gathering, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to transparency and ethical practices. Shri Kumar praised the vigilance team’s proactive efforts in leveraging digital interventions and data-driven insights to enhance decision-making and accountability. He emphasized that robust systems foster objective decisions, which are the true indicators of integrity. Shri Reddy highlighted NMDC’s community outreach programs, where awareness initiatives in schools across various locations promote lifelong values of honesty and responsibility, underscoring that a corruption-free society begins with education and awareness.

Throughout the week, NMDC employees and stakeholders actively participated in competitions such as quizzes, drawing, essays, and elocution contests, fostering a spirit of vigilance and ethical conduct. The week culminated in a closing ceremony that celebrated the creativity and dedication of participants, bringing together employees, students, and leadership to reflect on how integrity underpins sustainable growth and good governance. NMDC reaffirmed its belief that integrity is everyone’s responsibility, and vigilance is a collective promise to uphold transparency, fairness, and ethical excellence across all levels.

In Q2 FY26, production stood at 10.21 million tonnes, up 23% from the same period last year, and sales reached 10.72 million tonnes, an increase of 10% over Q2 FY25.