Goa plans to auction more mineral blocks after quantifying iron ore reserves. The state, restarting mining after a long hiatus, has operationalized 5 of 11 auctioned blocks and will export up to 25 MTPA of dump ore.
Punjab, Rajasthan, and Haryana exceed 100% groundwater extraction, far above India's 60% average. Over-reliance on paddy cultivation drives the crisis. Read the full report.
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu directs officials to boost mining revenue through exports, domestic use, and a North Andhra metal cluster. Learn about the state's new mining strategy.
A Bangladesh court sentences Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to 5 years in prison for corruption. The case, filed in 2007, involves a gas extraction deal. Read the full details and political implications.
Children's thin skin is highly vulnerable to pollution. Discover 5 simple dermatologist-approved habits to shield your child's skin from damage and keep it healthy.
Deccan Gold Mines Ltd engages in crucial discussions with Afghan authorities to extract valuable minerals from Afghanistan's rich mines. Historic opportunity for Indian mining sector.
India's steel ministry directs SAIL & NMDC to secure overseas mineral assets like coking coal, lithium & copper. Strategic move aims to cut import bills & ensure supply security amidst global shifts.
Cuttack administration imposes ₹12 crore penalties after drone survey exposes massive illegal sand extraction across 15 quarries. Operators given 15-day deadline for payment.
Gadchiroli's abundant mineral reserves including iron ore and limestone could drive significant economic growth with industrial backing. Collector Avishyant Panda presents investment roadmap.
GMDC shares extend winning streak to 3 days, gaining 8.4% after Cabinet approves ₹7,280 crore incentive program for rare earth magnets to reduce China dependence. Read more.
Explore how China's decades-long investment in rare earth elements gives Beijing crucial leverage in trade disputes with Washington and global markets. Discover the geopolitical implications.
Rajasthan's mines directorate launches statewide crackdown on illegal mining with drone surveillance and surprise inspections. Teams to conduct monthly checks across all districts.
Jammu & Kashmir possesses nearly a billion tonnes of limestone reserves, reveals a senior govt official. Explore the region's mineral potential and economic impact.
Jammu & Kashmir reveals massive limestone deposits exceeding 1 billion tonnes, set to transform local economy and cement industry. Discover the economic potential.
China's export controls on minerals vital for semiconductors and green tech expose Western supply chain vulnerabilities. Discover why diversification is slow and what it means for the energy transition.
Examining Jharkhand's 25-year statehood journey: rich resources meet governance challenges. Discover why smaller Indian states face development hurdles despite initial advantages.
Rapid urban development and groundwater extraction are causing land subsidence in Indian megacities, threatening infrastructure and millions of residents. Immediate action needed.
India demands separate chapter on critical minerals in Peru FTA negotiations. Peruvian envoy confirms study of Indian proposal to secure strategic mineral supplies for green energy transition.
IIT Gandhinagar partners with GMRICS to strengthen India's critical minerals research. The collaboration will enhance mineral exploration and develop technical capacity for national priorities.
Union Cabinet approves revised royalty rates for critical minerals including caesium, rubidium and graphite to boost domestic production and reduce imports. Learn how this impacts India's mineral sector.
Indian government slashes royalty rates for graphite, caesium, rubidium and zirconium minerals to boost domestic mining and secure green energy supply chains. Read more about this strategic move.
BCL Industries reports ₹720 crore Q2 revenue, down 12.4% sequentially. Operating profit jumps to ₹67 crore with margins improving to 10%. Distillery segment emerges as strong performer.
A 2025 study reveals Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai are sinking due to groundwater extraction. Over 2,400 buildings at risk. Discover the science behind India's next big urban crisis.
India sits on substantial rare earth deposits across several states, reveals IREL's Rare Earth Division head, signaling a strategic boost for the nation's high-tech and green energy sectors.
International conference in Ranchi emphasizes strategic partnerships and sustainable practices to secure critical metals supply chains amid growing global demand and environmental concerns.
Vladimir Putin orders urgent development of Russia's rare earth mining capabilities as global competition intensifies for these critical minerals essential for modern technology and defense systems.
India launches ambitious ₹6,500 crore scheme to triple rare earth magnet manufacturing, reducing import dependency and strengthening electric vehicle and defense sectors.
Russia expands strategic partnership with African nations, focusing on mineral resource development and educational cooperation through scholarships and university collaborations.
In a revolutionary discovery, Goa-based scientists develop water-soluble, odourless collagen from jellyfish, offering sustainable alternatives for biomedical and cosmetic industries.
India proposes groundbreaking collaborative approach with African nations for critical minerals development, emphasizing mutual benefit over traditional extraction methods in new global framework.