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Union Cabinet Approves INR 37,500 Cr Scheme to Promote Coal and Lignite Gasification Projects

The Union Cabinet has approved an INR 37,500 crore scheme to support surface coal and lignite gasification projects targeting 75 MT coal conversion capacity, with the aim of reducing import dependence and advancing India’s 100 MT coal gasification target by 2030.

Ministry Of Mines | May 14, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  670

LICO Materials Secures Ministry of Mines Grant for Critical Mineral Recycling Expansion

LICO Materials has been selected under the National Critical Mineral Mission to expand battery-grade lithium, nickel and cobalt recovery capacity in Karnataka.

Ministry Of Mines | May 07, 2026 | By News Bureau |  538

Govt. Approves 58 Firms Under Critical Mineral Recycling Scheme

Under the Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Critical Mineral Recycling, the government has approved 58 companies, targeting 850 KTPA recycling capacity and INR 5,000 crore in investment to strengthen domestic mineral supply chains.

Ministry Of Mines | May 05, 2026 | By EI News Network |  833

Ministry of Mines Notifies Mineral Concession Rule Changes to Expand Critical Mineral Mining

Ministry of Mines notifies new rules enabling lease expansion, associated minerals inclusion and higher critical mineral output.

Ministry Of Mines | April 07, 2026 | By EI News Network |  1358

Hindustan Power Unit Wins LoI for Platinum Exploration Block in Madhya Pradesh

The LoI follows a forward e-auction conducted by the Ministry of Mines, where Hindustan Power’s unit emerged as the preferred bidder.

Ministry Of Mines | March 24, 2026 | By Abha Rustagi |  1017

TEXMiN, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad and GSI Sign MoU to Advance Critical Mineral Exploration

TEXMiN and GSI partner to drive research, AI-led exploration and capacity building in critical minerals, strengthening India’s mineral security and innovation ecosystem.

Ministry Of Mines | March 23, 2026 | By News Bureau |  557

Ministry of Mines to Launch Second Tranche of Exploration Licence Auction and Unveil GSI Digital Portal

The Ministry of Mines is set to launch the second tranche of Exploration Licence block auctions in New Delhi, alongside unveiling GSI’s AI-enabled digital portal to boost transparency and critical mineral exploration.

Ministry Of Mines | February 12, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1551

Cabinet Approves INR 1500 Crore Incentive Scheme to Promote Critical Mineral Recycling

The Union Cabinet has approved an INR 1,500 crore incentive scheme under the National Critical Mineral Mission to boost recycling capacity for extracting critical minerals from secondary sources like e-waste, lithium-ion battery scrap and catalytic convertors in end-of-life vehicles.

Ministry Of Mines | September 04, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  3570

Ministry of Mines Recognises 7 Centres of Excellence to Promote R&D in Critical Minerals

The Ministry of Mines has designated seven premier institutes – including four IITs and three national R&D labs – as Centres of Excellence under the National Critical Mineral Mission to boost research and technology development in critical minerals which are essential for clean energy and EV sector.

Ministry Of Mines | August 04, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  2274

India, Sri Lanka to Strengthen Ties in Critical Minerals Exploration, Including Graphite

India and Sri Lanka are strengthening bilateral cooperation in mineral exploration and mining, focusing on securing critical minerals like graphite and beach sand resources to support clean energy, advanced battery technologies and high-tech industries.

Ministry Of Mines | February 21, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1263

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Regulation, Execution, and Collective Responsibility in E-Waste Management

The last few years have witnessed an important shift, with e-waste being increasingly recognised as an important resource, a compliance priority, and a critical part of the circular economy. Both in India and globally, governments, regulators, busine...

Ministry Of Mines | May 16, 2026 | By News Bureau

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