A retired couple from Kolkata's Dum Dum lost nearly Rs 65 lakh in a 'digital arrest' scam. Fraudsters posing as ED, CBI officers held them under virtual house arrest. Read the shocking details.
Jindal Power Ltd withdraws Gare Pelma coal mine application after violent clashes & 18-day protest in Raigarh. District administration puts controversial project on hold. Details inside.
Leaders of the Tamil Nadu Vikravandi bypoll-winning party, TVK, appear before CBI in Delhi for questioning related to a 2022 job scam case. Details inside.
A 72-year-old retired banker from Moga was defrauded of Rs 43 lakh in a sophisticated cyber scam involving fake CBI and customs officials. Police have registered an FIR. Learn how to protect yourself.
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.
Cheap internet, lax oversight, and a skilled workforce are driving a surge in fake call centres in Maharashtra's hinterland, enabling global financial fraud. Learn how authorities are struggling to contain the spread.
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.
India faces a cybercrime surge with Rs 23,000 crore lost in 2024. CBI launches a national probe into digital arrests and transnational scams. Learn about the threats and new countermeasures.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Pune-based retired officer and his wife were digitally arrested and extorted of Rs 90 lakh by fraudsters posing as CBI, police, and RBI officials. Read about the sophisticated scam and how to stay safe.
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.
Residents of Kabul decry a 50% surge in coal prices amid harsh winter, blaming middlemen and corruption despite Afghanistan's vast domestic reserves. Read more.
After a parliamentary panel flagged under-utilisation, the Coal Ministry vows to fully spend safety funds on AI, biometrics, and modern equipment to curb accidents and regulate unpaid overtime in mines.
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.
A 62-year-old retired income tax officer in Ulhasnagar was cheated of her life savings in a fake digital arrest scam. Fraudsters posing as CBI officials used video calls & fake RBI notices to intimidate her. Police are investigating.