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 Railways unveils a massive 5-year plan to double train capacity in major cities, focusing on track tripling and quadrupling. Key routes in Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai set for major upgrades.
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.
Indian Railways plans to double originating train capacity in 48 major cities by 2030, with progressive upgrades starting in the next five years to meet surging travel demand.
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.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma reveals 90% of daily-use goods are imported. He urges women's SHGs to boost local production for self-reliance. Read the full story.
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.
India's fashion industry, set to hit $350 billion by 2030, is a major climate threat due to coal reliance and overproduction. Experts urge immediate decarbonization to avoid locking in emissions. Read the full analysis.
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.
Gujarat's fisheries sector, led by Saurashtra & Kutch, will take center stage at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Summit in Rajkot in Jan 2026. Discover the state's ambitious blue economy targets.
NTPC CMD Gurdeep Singh sets ambitious 100 MT coal production target for NTPC Mining Ltd at Stratum 2025 conference in Ranchi, emphasizing diversification and tech upgrades.
Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal outlines India's dual strategy: boosting coal capacity to 307 GW by 2035 while pushing for interoperable smart meters to enhance grid efficiency and consumer choice.
Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal outlines India's dual energy strategy: boosting coal capacity to 307 GW by 2035 and ensuring nationwide smart meter interoperability for efficiency.
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.
India's industrial output growth plummeted to 0.4% in October 2024, the lowest in over a year, dragged down by power, mining, and manufacturing. Get the full analysis of the key economic data.
Union Coal Secretary Vikram Dev Dutt visits Belgadia township to assess rehabilitation progress for families displaced by Jharia underground fires. New facilities inaugurated.
Union Coal Secretary Vikram Dev Dutt visits Dhanbad for crucial review of coal operations and Jharia rehabilitation programme. Key focus on Belgarhia's transformation into modern residential zone.