Bihar's mines department conducted 4,582 raids against illegal sand mining in Dec, seizing 574 vehicles. Deputy CM Sinha urges public to report via helpline. Revenue collection exceeds target.
Illegal laterite mining flourished in Belagavi's Badas village for over 3 months, despite being in the constituency of Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar. A raid failed to stop the 'influential' contractor. Read more.
Chandigarh Police registered 10 FIRs and arrested 10 individuals on New Year's Day under various acts for offenses including drug possession, public nuisance, and arms violations. Read the full details.
Canada's TSX composite index started 2026 with a 0.5% gain, led by surging uranium and energy shares, despite weak manufacturing data. Read the full market analysis.
Bihar's Mines Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha suspends Darbhanga district mines inspector for serious irregularities. State to launch mass awareness camps on legal sand mining from Jan 16. Report illegal activities on helpline.
Oil India Limited inks a composite licence agreement for the Phop Graphite and Vanadium Block in Keyi Panyor district, boosting India's critical mineral security. Read the full story.
Larsen & Toubro shares surged to a 52-week high after securing a major order from SAIL for its Burnpur plant expansion, boosting its robust order book. Read more for technical analysis and growth outlook.
The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.
Silver prices skyrocketed over 160% in 2025, driven by industrial demand, US-China trade tensions, and investor frenzy. Discover the factors behind the historic rally and what's next for the white metal.
After MoEFCC's Aravalli rollback, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh urges Supreme Court to review Sariska mining clearances. Key environmental battle in Rajasthan.
Uttarakhand, under CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, secures 2nd rank in national mining reforms, earning a Rs 200 crore incentive from the Centre. Discover the state's key achievements.
Indian Metals and Ferro Alloys (IMFA) plans strategic entry into critical minerals, leveraging decades of mining experience. MD Subhrakant Panda reveals preliminary plans. Read more.
Odisha plans its first-ever gold mine auctions in 2026. A committee meets Jan 3 to finalize the auction calendar for 49 mineral blocks, including two gold-bearing areas. Read more.
The Repealing and Amending Act, 2025, ends compulsory probate for wills nationwide, easing inheritance. Learn what changes for Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata families and where hurdles may persist.
An Ahmedabad court dismissed a Muslim couple's adoption request, citing incompatibility with personal law. The ruling highlights adoption procedures under the Juvenile Justice Act for Muslims.
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India's critical minerals strategy is directionally correct but faces slower progress and funding gaps, says NovalSense report. The mission is vital for energy transition and reducing import reliance.
India's Deccan Gold Mines Ltd invests in Spain's Barruecopardo tungsten project, expanding its critical minerals portfolio. Read about the strategic move and its impact.
Kerala High Court validates the Minerals Vesting Act 2021 but rules the state cannot claim royalty for minerals extracted from private land in Malabar before the law existed. Read the full analysis.
Punjab & Haryana High Court issues contempt notice over states' failure to build old age homes in every district as per 2007 law. Next hearing on Feb 10, 2026.
Chhattisgarh High Court rejects Keshkal G N India Bauxite Mines' appeal, citing lack of legal standing under amended mining laws. The firm's Rs 20 crore investment claim fails. Read the full legal analysis.
Andhra Pradesh's coastline holds vast, high-grade rare earth minerals crucial for EVs, defence & tech. New policies and mining leases aim to cut China dependence and fuel India's green energy transition. Explore the strategic shift.
Parliament has approved the Insurance Amendment Bill 2025, amending three key laws: the Insurance Act, 1938, LIC Act, 1956, and IRDA Act, 1999. Read about the sector's transformation.
Dhanbad DC Aditya Ranjan held an urgent meeting with BCCL officials over toxic gas leaks from abandoned mines in Kenduadih. Evacuation plans are underway as risks to residents and highway commuters rise.
Nashik revenue officials file a police complaint against 10 illegal miners in Sarul for operating with expired permits, causing a Rs 1.1 lakh royalty loss. Read the full details.
Union Minister G Kishan Reddy announced the revival of 28 abandoned coal mines, with production starting in two. This move aims to boost energy security and generate massive employment.
Two dead, over a dozen hospitalised after toxic gas leak from abandoned Dhanbad mines. District administration and BCCL intensify response. Read about the crisis and relief efforts.
Australia's vast lithium, copper, nickel, and cobalt reserves are fueling India's renewable energy and clean mobility goals. Bilateral trade has doubled in five years, with new agreements on the horizon.
India's critical minerals sector could grow to $30 billion with streamlined policies. Experts urge for a single-window clearance and stable regulations to attract investment and secure supply chains.
Trinamool Congress MP Sushmita Dev criticizes the Centre over President's rule in Manipur during a parliamentary debate on extending the Water Pollution Act. Read the full story.