<h1>Indian zinc producer achieves record quarterly results with 265 KT production and $261 million profit</h1> A major Indian zinc producer reported record first quarter results, achieving highest-ever mined metal production of 265 KT and lowest zinc production costs at $1,010 per metric ton, representing 9% year-over-year improvement. The company delivered $261 million profit with 50% EBITDA margin, exceeding analyst estimates. Silver segment contributed approximately 41% to profitability amid all-time high silver prices. The firm secured critical mineral blocks for potash and rare earth elements while increasing renewable energy consumption to 19%. The board approved $1.4 billion investment for first phase expansion plans to double production capacity through new integrated smelting complex. The company maintains AAA credit rating and aims for 70% renewable energy by fiscal year 2028. Value-added products now represent 24% of overall production mix.