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.
New data reveals severe lung impairment & heavy-metal exposure in communities near India's mines. Experts warn of insufficient environmental safeguards. 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.
Russia agrees to boost market access for Indian goods and deepen cooperation in LNG, LPG, and coal gasification tech. A major win for India-Russia trade ties. Read more.
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.
Two women died after inhaling toxic gas from a fire-affected coal mine in Dhanbad's Kenduadih Rajput Basti. Residents protest, refusing to leave without written rehabilitation assurances. Read the full report.
The Enforcement Directorate conducted its first-ever raids in Meghalaya, targeting entities in a money laundering case linked to illegal coal mining. Details inside.
Violent clashes erupt in Surguja as villagers protest SECL's Amera coal mine expansion. Over 30 police personnel injured in stone-pelting. Details on the land acquisition dispute and ongoing tensions.
As Sensex and Nifty scale new highs, discover four stocks with strong industry dominance that could offer stability. Includes IRCTC, MCX, Coal India, and CAMS. Read for key financials and growth plans.
Punjab's brick kiln industry shrinks from 2,700 to 1,500 units in 3 years. A triple burden of 18% GST on coal, soaring mining royalty & tech upgrades threatens rural jobs & hikes brick prices. Read more.
Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd expands export routes, shipping 3,600 tonnes of liquid coal tar pitch from New Mangalore Port to the Middle East, boosting India's carbon materials trade.
Gold prices in India surged by Rs 3,040 to Rs 1.33 lakh per 10 grams, driven by strong global trends and a weak US dollar. Explore the factors behind this rally and its market impact.
Climate activists from Rising Tide disrupted Newcastle Harbour shipping lanes with kayaks, leading to 21 arrests. The protest highlights global climate concerns ahead of key summits.
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.
Bengaluru faces tomato price surge as supply fails to meet 3,000-tonne daily demand. Kolar APMC reports 60% price hike due to weather disruptions and crop shifts. Learn what's driving the crisis.
India delivers 73 tonnes of life-saving medicines, vaccines & essential supplements to Afghanistan. This humanitarian aid strengthens bilateral ties & supports Afghan healthcare.
Union Coal Secretary Vikram Dev Dutt visits Belgadia township to assess rehabilitation progress for families displaced by Jharia underground fires. New facilities inaugurated.
Former Union Coal Minister and senior Congress leader Sriprakash Jaiswal passed away at 81 in Kanpur. Read about his political legacy and contributions.
Kabul municipality urges residents to reduce fuel consumption as severe winter pollution creates health emergency. Learn how Afghanistan's capital is tackling this crisis.
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.
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.
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Patel Engineering secures two major coal mining contracts worth ₹798 crore from Saidax Engineers. The 9-year deal boosts its order book and investor outlook. Read more.
Congress condemns large-scale deforestation in Madhya Pradesh for Adani's coal mine project. Over 2.5 lakh trees face destruction in Singrauli forest. Environmental tragedy unfolds.
Indian Railways achieves 1,020 million tonnes freight loading with 3.11% year-on-year growth. Coal leads with 505 million tonnes as new policies boost efficiency and sustainability.
Enforcement Directorate uncovers massive cash & gold haul in Jharkhand-West Bengal coal mafia operations. Raids reveal illegal mining network worth crores.
Pakistan intensifies crackdown on undocumented Afghan migrants as tensions with Taliban government escalate. Over 600,000 Afghans returned amid rising diplomatic friction.