Parliament passes MMDR Amendment Bill 2026 to boost critical mineral explorationParliament has approved the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026. This legislation aims to enhance mineral ...
13 Aug, 2026, 12.16 PM IST
Govt tightens drug quality net, initiates 950 actions since 2022: Over 1,100 cough syrup makers facing intensive audits amid quality concernsThe government has initiated 950 enforcement actions against pharmaceutical companies since December 2022. These actions aim to improve the...
13 Aug, 2026, 09.40 AM IST
Lower house passes amendments curbing states power to tax mineralsLok Sabha passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, curbing states' powers to impose taxes and cess ...
12 Aug, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
Lok Sabha passes bill to amend mines and minerals law without debateThe Lok Sabha passed a bill to amend mining regulations. This legislation prevents states from imposing additional taxes on mineral rights....
12 Aug, 2026, 05.51 PM IST
Calico Ghost Town: How a thriving silver town in the Mojave Desert collapsed in just 12 yearsCalico, a once-thriving town in California, saw its fortunes rise with a silver rush that began in 1881. Unfortunately, the gold rush faded...
12 Aug, 2026, 01.22 PM IST
States should mine more, not tax more: The fiscal lesson from OdishaNew legislation will remove state powers to levy taxes on minerals. This change is expected to encourage investment and increase mineral pr...
12 Aug, 2026, 12.11 AM IST
Guru Randhawa extends support to Assam amidst the floodsGuru Randhawa, the popular singer, has stepped up by donating seven lakh rupees to assist the flood victims in Assam. His generous contribu...
11 Aug, 2026, 05.22 PM IST
Coal India weighs acquiring Wealth Minerals unit with Chile lithium assetsCoal India is exploring acquiring a Chilean unit of Wealth Minerals. This move aims to secure vital lithium resources for electric vehicle ...
11 Aug, 2026, 02.07 PM IST
From gold rush riches to abandonment: The fascinating story of Montana's ghost town BannackThe discovery of gold in Bannack back in 1862 sent ripples through the region, morphing this quaint settlement into a bustling frontier hub...
11 Aug, 2026, 12.11 PM IST
- Mines Act update proposes to curb states' tax powers
The Centre has proposed limiting states’ powers to impose taxes, cess and other levies on mineral rights and mineral-bearing land, seeking ...
11 Aug, 2026, 01.10 AM IST
Centre proposes to curb powers of states to tax mineralsThe central government is poised to restrict state authority concerning taxation on mining activities. This initiative aims to enhance the ...
10 Aug, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
Govt introduces bill in LS to restrict state taxes on mineral rightsThe Centre has launched a new bill to limit state taxation on mineral rights, aiming to centralize authority over selected mineral-rich are...
10 Aug, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
Bhiwandi collapse: Wrong civic classification delayed action on 'dangerous' buildingAn administrative error misclassified a dangerous Bhiwandi building, allowing residents to stay. This lapse delayed necessary safety action...
10 Aug, 2026, 08.32 AM IST
CBIC directs CGST zones to track illegal mining, curb tax evasionCentral tax authorities are taking proactive measures by partnering with state mining departments to address the issue of illegal mineral e...
08 Aug, 2026, 12.25 AM IST
Coal India Ltd preferred bidder for Odisha iron ore blockCoal India Limited has become the preferred bidder for Odisha's Gadadharpur iron ore block. The state-owned miner will diversify operations...
07 Aug, 2026, 06.25 AM IST
Deccan Gold Mines shares rally 13% after maiden gold doré production at Altyn Tor ProjectDeccan Gold Mines shares surged over 13% after the company announced the production of its first gold doré at the Altyn Tor Gold Project in...
06 Aug, 2026, 06.55 PM IST
West Bengal govt failed to protect tribal interests in mining land acquisition, says CAG reportThe CAG has flagged the West Bengal government's failure in safeguarding tribal interests. Land acquisition for mining projects resulted in...
06 Aug, 2026, 12.55 PM IST