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Topic: minerals

‘God’s own partnership’: TN, Kerala plan rare industrial collab, beach sand mining to AI-led governance

What began as a conversation between the industries ministers of the 2 states at a summit in Delhi turned into high-level talks, with the first meeting in Tamil Nadu on 25 November.

India considers negotiations with Russia for transport of Mongolian minerals via its rail system

India has announced appointment of defence attaché in Ulaanbaatar, signing a raft of MoUs with Mongolia. President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa is on four-day state visit to New Delhi.

Mineral diplomacy is the newest game. Here’s how US, China, India are playing it

China built its mineral empire with foresight. The US is reacting with tariffs. And emerging powers like India are stepping in with strategic steps toward autonomy.

Cabinet approves National Critical Mineral Mission, anticipates investments of Rs 18,000 cr from PSUs

Encompassing value chain, from exploration and mining to beneficiation, processing, and recovery, the mission aims to intensify domestic exploration efforts.

Zinc and magnesium are your skin’s BFFs. They reduce pimples, inflammation

The best part is, you don’t need to overhaul your entire routine—some tweaks to your diet or a simple supplement can make all the difference.

India establishes joint venture for strategic minerals

KABIL to operate in Argentina, Australia, and Chile.

Ministry of Mines to host Critical Minerals Summit in New Delhi

The summit will bring together industry leaders, startups, government officials, scientists, academics, and policy experts.

US, Norway deepen critical minerals cooperation

The Joint Statement from the US and Norway commits the two countries to deepen their partnership in the areas of sustainable, high-standard, market-oriented critical minerals mining and processing activities.

CSIR-IMMT & KABIL team up for critical mineral exploration

It will also facilitate joint research and expedite the sharing of scientific information between the two parties, according to a statement.

Modi govt opposes plea to cap iron ore production in Odisha, cites ‘objective of Atmanirbhar Bharat’

In SC affidavit, Ministry of Mines & Minerals rubbishes claims of scarcity of iron ore as 'unfounded', says robust indigenous steel industry important to realise ‘Developed India by 2047' vision.

On Camera

What is the cost of this ‘Nobody’s War’ in Iran? Morality

In the Mahabharata, Vidur says sacrifice is needed for the greater good. This begs the question: What is the 'greater good' in the Iran War?

Syringes, MRI to ventilators, West Asia war squeezing India’s medical supply chain—costs up 10 to 50%

Industry says manufacturers have 2-4 weeks of buffer stocks, but prolonged disruption could push up shortage risks, especially of consumables like IV and syringes.

UAE walks away from financing Rafale F5 due to restricted access to technology, reports French media

French newspaper La Tribune earlier last week indicated that UAE withdrew from deal to fund EUR 3.5 billion. India is looking to order 114 new Rafales, which could include the F5.

China insulated itself against energy shocks. India is ‘all talk, no walk’

China patiently invested capital, skill and technology in coal gasification. Unlike it, we won’t move from words to action. As crude prices decline, we lose interest.