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India launches a ₹7,280-crore subsidy scheme to build domestic rare earth magnet plants, reducing reliance on China. Learn how the incentives work and its impact on defence, EVs, and renewables.
Lloyds Metals signs MoU with Tata Steel for iron ore in Gadchiroli & acquires Congo copper assets for $55M. Will its ambitious expansion pay off? Read the full analysis.
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.
GSI surveys reveal 9 potential gold sites & rare earth deposits in West Bengal. Details on Purulia-Bankura belt, resource estimates, and political hurdles. Read the full report.
German offshore wind firms explore India as an alternative source for rare earth magnets, crucial for turbines, to reduce dependence on China. India's manufacturing push could meet global demand.
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.
Military tensions between China and Japan escalate as Chinese jets lock onto Japanese aircraft. This could disrupt the critical rare earths supply chain, impacting global tech and EV sectors. Read the full analysis.
India and Russia sign two agreements to facilitate skilled worker migration and combat illegal recruitment, creating opportunities for up to 70,000 Indians. Read the full story.
Russia launches its Education Agency in New Delhi, aiming to deepen innovation ties with India. Officials highlight Indian students as key to future tech collaboration in space, IT & engineering.
India's heavy industries ministry proposes new rules for e-ambulances, allowing imports of critical traction motors till March 2026 under the PM E-Drive scheme to boost domestic EV manufacturing.
India's EV ambitions face a supply chain crisis, relying 100% on imports for crucial rare earth magnets. Learn about the hurdles and the strategic path to self-reliance.
Essential UPSC updates: Govt's Sanchar Saathi app directive, GPS spoofing threats, WHO's obesity guidelines, fiscal federalism debate, and India's rare-earth push. Key insights for Prelims & Mains.
Chinese magnet makers are tweaking formulas and embedding products in motors to legally bypass Beijing's export restrictions, maintaining crucial supplies to Western industries. Discover the strategies and geopolitical tensions.
India is reworking its EV strategy and will host a Global EV Summit in March-April 2025 to attract investments, address supply chain issues, and boost domestic policy for e-trucks and buses. Read the full story.
India now produces rare-earth metals but still imports advanced magnets from China. This structural vulnerability in EV and green tech supply chains demands a strategic, wide-angle policy response. Read the analysis.
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.
India launches a massive ₹7,280-crore REPM scheme to build its first integrated magnet ecosystem, cut import reliance, and boost EV and clean-energy sectors. Discover how this strategic move enhances national security.
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.
Indian government approves massive incentive scheme to establish domestic rare earth magnet manufacturing capacity, aiming to end China's 90% global stranglehold by 2027-28. Read how this impacts auto, defense sectors.
India launches ₹7,280 crore scheme for rare earth magnet production while emphasizing recycling and diplomacy to counter China's supply dominance. Read about India's strategic approach.
Indian government approves Rs 7,280 crore PLI scheme for rare earth magnet manufacturing, boosting electric vehicles and defense sectors. Learn how this strategic move reduces import dependency.
India launches ₹7,280 crore scheme to boost domestic rare earth magnet production, reducing import dependence for EVs, defense, and renewable energy sectors. Learn how this impacts India's green future.
India launches ₹7,280 crore incentive scheme to manufacture 6,000 tonnes of rare earth magnets annually, reducing dependence on Chinese imports for automotive and defense sectors.
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.
Indian cabinet approves Rs 7,280 crore PLI scheme for rare earth magnet manufacturing to boost electric vehicles and reduce import dependence. Details inside.
India launches ₹7,280 crore Rare Earth Permanent Magnets scheme to boost domestic manufacturing, reduce import dependence, and support electric vehicles and renewable energy sectors. Read more about this strategic initiative.