Odisha's IMFA Plans Foray into Critical Minerals Sector
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.
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 government will finalize auction details for 11 major critical mineral blocks on January 3. The move aims to boost India's domestic supply of strategic resources like graphite and nickel.
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.
The Election Commission has published draft voter lists for Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh after SIR. Over 22 lakh names removed in Kerala. Follow our guide to verify your name online.
The Election Commission of India has released the draft electoral rolls for Kerala under the SIR 2026. Here's a step-by-step guide to verify your name online and ensure your voting rights.
Indonesia and the US have finalised a new reciprocal tariff deal, exempting palm oil and coffee. The pact is set for signing by Presidents Prabowo and Trump next month. Read more.
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.
A $7.4bn US-Korea Zinc smelter deal faces a shareholder revolt, testing Trump's critical minerals agenda and US-South Korea ties. Will the plan for domestic supply succeed? Read more.
Mehta Equities sets a ₹27 target for Sindhu Trade Links, forecasting 26% gains. The brokerage highlights five key growth drivers, including coal logistics and diversification into critical minerals.
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.
The US International Development Finance Corp. plans a massive funding boost to $205B, focusing on AI data centers, critical minerals, and energy projects globally, including in allied nations. Read more.
India is pursuing a dual strategy to secure its rare earth supply chain, combining domestic mining and recycling. This approach is crucial for building resilience and meeting soaring global demand. Read the expert analysis.
Gujarat's electoral office has verified nearly all discrepancies in the ASD list, with only 11 cases pending. Draft rolls for the Special Intensive Revision to be published on December 19. Read the full update.
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.
Block Level Officers in West Bengal protest, demanding a 3-month extension for voter enumeration. They cite overwhelming workload and technical issues as key challenges.
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.
Indore district digitises data of over 20 lakh voters, achieving 70% of its target. ECI Secretary reviews progress, praises transparency and tech use. Read the full update.
India launches Rs 7,280 crore scheme to boost rare earth magnet manufacturing, reducing 90% dependence on China. Learn how this impacts EVs, defense and renewable energy sectors.
The 2025 AU-EU Summit in Luanda marks a pivotal shift from donor-recipient dynamics to interest-driven cooperation, focusing on trade, critical minerals, and debt restructuring amid global changes.
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.
India is planning for a massive 3 TWh battery energy storage capacity by 2047, a six-fold increase driven by EVs and data centers. Discover the $840 billion roadmap.
The US government has invested $10 billion in private firms under Trump, focusing on minerals & semiconductors to counter China. Read about the deals & concerns.
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.
India and Canada strengthen economic ties with focus on critical minerals, clean energy and technology. Both nations aim to double bilateral trade by 2030 through CEPA agreement.
Assam government initiates special summary revision of electoral rolls to identify and eliminate non-human and no-image entries. Learn how this impacts voter integrity.
The failure of Australian company Peak Rare Earths to develop Tanzania's mine reveals China's strategic control over critical minerals. Learn how Western efforts collapsed.
India joins Australia and Canada in a trilateral technology partnership focusing on green energy innovation and resilient supply chains, including critical minerals. Discover how this alliance will shape future cooperation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlines India's human-centric development vision at G20 summit, proposing critical minerals circularity initiative for global cooperation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese during G20 Summit, discussing enhanced cooperation in defence, security, and critical minerals trade.