Chhattisgarh cancels coal mine hearing after violent protests
Raigarh district administration cancels Dec 8 public hearing for Jindal coal mine after violent clashes. Villagers refuse to sell ancestral land, demand project halt. Details inside.
Raigarh district administration cancels Dec 8 public hearing for Jindal coal mine after violent clashes. Villagers refuse to sell ancestral land, demand project halt. Details inside.
India plans coal exchanges to trade surplus fuel as production nears 1.5B tonnes by 2030. Coal Controller Organisation to regulate new market. Read details.
A multi-storey building under construction collapsed in George, South Africa, killing at least 8 people. Over 50 workers are trapped as rescue operations continue. Read the latest updates.
The PMO has instructed the Coal Ministry to list all Coal India Ltd subsidiaries by 2030 to boost governance, transparency, and asset monetisation. Key subsidiaries are already on track.
A protest against a coal mining project in Raigarh's Tamnar turned violent, injuring policemen & torching vehicles. Villagers demand project cancellation. Details inside.
A protest against a coal mining project in Raigarh turned violent on Saturday, resulting in injuries to eight policemen and arson. Villagers have been blocking the road since Dec 12. Read the full story.
As Jharkhand bids farewell to 2025, we recap its landmark year: PESA Rules approval, national awards in arts & sports, infrastructural boosts, and global recognitions that made the state proud. Discover the 25 key milestones.
A protest against a coal mine in Chhattisgarh's Raigarh escalated into violence on Dec 27, 2025, injuring police and damaging Jindal Power property. Read the full report.
A 15-day sit-in against a coal block project in Raigarh's Tamnar region turned violent, leaving a police officer and several cops injured. Vehicles were torched as tensions escalated. Read the full details.
Indian govt notifies Colliery Control (Amendment) Rules, 2025, shifting mine opening approvals to company boards. This reform aims to slash bureaucratic delays by up to 60 days, boosting coal production efficiency.
Jharkhand's 2025 health overhaul: 100 new MBBS seats approved, RIMS second campus, 6 new medical colleges & state's first medical university planned. Read about the major push to fix healthcare infrastructure.
Coal India's share price gained after its board approved the listing of subsidiaries Mahanadi Coalfields and South Eastern Coalfields. Discover the strategic move's impact on the PSU stock and market.
Coal India's board greenlights IPOs for Mahanadi and South-Eastern Coalfields. The move follows Bharat Coking Coal's upcoming listing, boosting CIL stock. Get the full financial details here.
India's 14th commercial coal auction attracted 49 bids for 24 blocks from 11 firms, including 5 new entrants. This round also introduced underground gasification provisions. Explore the details.
Coal India's stock price soared nearly 4% amid reports its arm Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL) is preparing for an IPO soon. This marks the fifth consecutive session of gains for the PSU giant.
Bharat Coking Coal Ltd (BCCL), a Coal India subsidiary, gears up for a ₹1,300 crore IPO, potentially launching India's 2026 IPO calendar. Get all key details on valuation, offer structure, and company fundamentals here.
BUMA Australia lands a major AU$740 million contract extension with Whitehaven Coal for operations at the Blackwater mine, securing work through 2030. A significant boost for the mining services sector.
Tragedy strikes Agra's Vijkauli village as a basement wall collapses on villagers gathered near a bonfire. Two dead, five injured. Details on the incident and police response.
Rajasthan government restarts the auction process for two significant gold mine blocks in Banswara and Udaipur, aiming to join India's gold-producing states. Bids open until Jan 2, 2026.
Two workers died and one critically injured after a wall collapsed at CCL's Barka Siyal colliery in Hazaribag. Kin received Rs 40 lakh compensation each and jobs. Read the full report.
A wall collapse at an open-cast coal mine in Jharkhand's Latehar district traps two workers. Rescue operations are underway. Get the latest updates on the incident.
Researchers at NIT Rourkela design a low-cost wastewater system using raw coal to remove dangerous pesticides. A sustainable 'waste-to-wealth' fix for India's agricultural pollution. Read more.
Hindustan Zinc CEO Arun Misra, 59, completed his first full marathon over a kilometre underground in Sweden, aiming to change perceptions about modern mining. Read his inspiring story.
Central Coalfields Limited suspends night operations at Sarubera mine in Ramgarh after a herd of elephants trampled four people to death. Read about the safety measures and official advisory.
New Coal India chairman B Sairam visits Kenduadih, inspects toxic gas leak from mines. Assures residents of safety, outlines relief measures. Read the full story.
IEA projects India's coal demand to rise 17% by 2030, but its share in electricity falls to 60%. Renewables growth and industrial demand reshape the energy landscape. Read the full analysis.
India's coal demand is projected to grow 17% by 2030, reaching 1,522 MT. While renewables slow power sector growth, steel and cement industries will drive consumption. Read the full analysis.
A massive Statue of Liberty replica collapsed during a severe storm in Guaiba, Brazil. The viral video crossed 5 million views. No injuries were reported. Read the full story.
A 24-metre replica of the Statue of Liberty in Brazil collapsed after being hit by powerful winds. Watch the dramatic video of the incident here.
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.