<h1>Indian Cement Industry Compendium Released: Highlights Tech Advances, Challenges, and Growth Opportunities; Focus on Energy and Environmental Standards.</h1> The Union Minister of Commerce, Industry, and Civil Aviation released a compendium on the Indian cement industry, prepared by the National Council for Cement and Building Materials and the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade. The technological advancements, challenges, and opportunities within the sector, which is the world's second-largest. The Minister emphasized improving energy efficiency and environmental standards, noting India's cement consumption is below the global average. Government initiatives like Housing for All, Make in India, and Smart Cities are expected to boost the industry. The event included ministry officials and industry representatives.