Govt likely to approve mining ordinance today
The coal ministry is thinking of dropping the proposed removal of mineral exploration by private companies The government is likely to approve an ordinance incorporating the pending Mines and Minerals
View ArticleThe Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Ordinance, 2015
An Ordinance further to amend the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957. This Ordinance may be called the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Ordinance, 2015.
View ArticleThe Goa Grant of Mining Leases Policy, 2014
After renewing nearly 43 iron ore mining leases by signing lease deeds in the last one month, the State government notified ‘The Goa Grant of Mining Leases Policy, 2014’. The policy, notified following
View ArticleThe power of the mine: a transformative opportunity for Sub-Saharan Africa
Africa needs power - to grow its economies and enhance the welfare of its people. Power for all is still a long distance away - two thirds of the population remains without electricity and enterprises
View ArticleQuestion raised in Rajya Sabha on Mineral Based Plants in Maharashtra,...
Question raised in Rajya Sabha on Mineral Based Plants in Maharashtra , 04/03/2015. And also includes the details of mineral based plants existing and likely to be established in the State of Maharashtra.
View ArticleQuestion raised in Rajya Sabha on coal mining by private companies, 09/03/2015
Question raised in Rajya Sabha on coal mining by private companies, 09/03/2015.
View ArticleMinerals (Evidence of Mineral Contents) Rules, 2015
In exercise of the powers conferred by section 13 of the Mines and Minerals (Regulation and Development) Act, 1957 (67 of 1957), the Central Government hereby makes the following rules, namely: These...
View ArticleMineral (Auction) Rules, 2015
The central government released final rules for mineral auction, which for the first time gives states the freedom to earmark a certain percentage of mines for end use and auction them. The Mines and
View ArticleDraft Rajasthan Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 2015
These rules may be called The Rajasthan Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 2015. They shall extend to the whole of the State of Rajasthan including the areas in which Bapi and proprietary rights are claimed.
View ArticleRajasthan Mineral Policy 2015
The New Mineral Policy, 2015, views that the mineral resources are finite. Therefore, the emphasis is now on introducing cutting-edge technology in exploitation, minimize wastage, waste recycle,...
View ArticleKerala Scientific Mining Policy, 2015: draft
The draft policy on scientific mining released by the State Planning Board proposes to encourage geomapping of mineral resources in the state and minimising of environmental damage. The new Scientific
View ArticleBusiness risks facing mining and metals 2015–2016
EY’s Business risks in mining and metals 2015–2016 report is based on EY discussions with leading global mining and metals companies, and analysis of the operating environment for companies in the sector.
View ArticleExploration and mining opportunities in India
This report covers mineral prospects/deposits/ mines in freehold and leasehold areas, their status, infrastructure, geology and exploration, ore characteristics, estimated reserve/ resource, details of
View ArticleMining and metals in a sustainable world 2050
A new report, Mining and Metals in a Sustainable World 2050, has been launched as part of the World Economic Forum's Industry Agenda publication. Few industries are more fundamental to global social and
View ArticleThe Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2016
The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2016 was introduced in Lok Sabha on March 16, 2016. The Bill amends the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957.
View ArticleIndian minerals exploration: play to win
The National Mineral Exploration policy (NMEP) can provide an impetus to exploration and generate a continuous flow of mineral blocks to be auctioned, according to an EY report titled' Indian minerals
View ArticleThe Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2016 as...
The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2016 was passed in Lok Sabha on March 16, 2016. The Bill amends the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957. The Mines
View ArticleJudgement of the Supreme Court of India regarding illegal mining in Keonjhar,...
The Supreme Court on 2 Aug 2017, imposed a 100% penalty on illegal mining on account of lack of forest and environment clearances, mining outside lease/permitted area and for encroachment beyond the...
View ArticleDraft Mineral (Auction) (Amendment) Rules, 2017
The Ministry of Mines invites suggestions on draft Mineral (Auction) (Amendment) Rules, 2017 seeking to amend the Mineral (Auction) Rules, 2015. Suggestions are invited from the general public,...
View ArticleJudgement of the High Court of Kerala regarding prohibition on the working of...
Judgement of the High Court of Kerala in the matter of Sheriff A. H. Vs State of Kerala & Others dated 06/02/2018 regarding prohibition on the working of a quarry in Ernakulam District, Kerala by
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