Solar eclipse: A strange yellow line appeared during the 1868 phenomenon in India, sparking a mystery that took nearly 27 years to solve and eventually led scientists to heliumAstronomers observed a unique spectral line during an 1868 solar eclipse in India. This unexplained yellow line suggested an element unknow...
12 Aug, 2026, 12.16 AM IST
India-SACU trade pact talks to begin by September, conclude within a yearIndia and Southern African Customs Union will sign terms of reference for trade pact negotiations soon. These talks are expected to conclud...
11 Aug, 2026, 11.22 PM IST
Critical minerals being prioritised in trade, investment engagements: Govt tells ParliamentIndia is strengthening supply chains by prioritizing energy and semiconductor sectors. The nation aims to reduce import dependence through ...
11 Aug, 2026, 06.44 PM IST
L&T plans to manufacture rare-earth magnets in India to challenge China’s dominanceLarsen & Toubro is planning to bid for India’s incentives to manufacture rare-earth magnets domestically, people familiar with the matter s...
11 Aug, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
Solar Eclipse 2026 - August 12, 2026: Why Ancient China Believed a Dragon Was Eating the SunAncient China viewed solar eclipses as omens from celestial creatures. A powerful dragon was believed to devour the Sun during these events...
11 Aug, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
US defends dollar as yen weakness threatens global currency orderThe US treasury has stepped in to bolster the Japanese yen and several other currencies, signaling a potential decline of the dollar and hi...
10 Aug, 2026, 10.59 PM IST
What will happen on August 12? Four celestial events and a rumoured gravity blackoutOn August 12, 2026, skywatchers will witness a remarkable cosmic event featuring a total solar eclipse, the peak of the Perseid meteor show...
10 Aug, 2026, 05.19 PM IST
Solar Eclipse Next Week: Where to watch the astronomical event in the US and Europe — check date, time, and essential tipsA total solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026, across Europe and parts of North America. This rare event will be visible from Spain, ...
09 Aug, 2026, 02.13 PM IST
Pentagon to invest $400 million in Australian rare earth mine scandiumA remote Australian town will become a cornerstone of Western scandium supply. The United States Pentagon has pledged a $400 million loan c...
08 Aug, 2026, 01.38 PM IST
Uzbekistan invites Indian firms for mining, minerals push ahead of PM Modi's visitIn a bid to enhance economic ties, Uzbekistan is inviting Indian investments into its mining and metallurgy sectors, highlighting lucrative...
05 Aug, 2026, 07.02 PM IST
India, Uzbekistan could explore FTA, says Piyush Goyal; Uzbekistan invites Indian investment in mining, rare earthsIndia and Uzbekistan aim to double bilateral trade to three billion dollars within three years. Businesses are urged to increase investment...
04 Aug, 2026, 06.48 PM IST
Sarvam raises $75 million; Ather trims losses in Q1AI startup Sarvam will raise $75 million as part of a larger funding round. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
03 Aug, 2026, 08.34 PM IST
China's rare-earths weapon is losing its forceThe imposition of rare-earth export controls by China is sparking an unexpected global movement toward industry independence. This escalati...
03 Aug, 2026, 09.00 AM IST
Next ECMS tranche may greenlight rare earth magnet plantsRare earth permanent magnets (REPMs), made using elements like neodymium and dysprosium, are essential for modern electronics manufacturing...
03 Aug, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
Solar Eclipse 2026: NASA has a bold plan to unlock the Sun's secretsNASA will launch a scientific campaign during the August 12 solar eclipse. A high-altitude aircraft will study the Sun's corona for extende...
03 Aug, 2026, 12.22 AM IST
China export curbs put $6.5 trillion global supply chains at risk: IEAGlobal supply chains for critical minerals face acute economic security challenges. China's export controls on rare earth elements impacted...
27 Jul, 2026, 12.10 PM IST
Canada's Enervoxa plans India rare earths project, may tie up with Vedanta, Hindalco, NALCOCanadian climate technology company Enervoxa plans to partner with Vedanta, Hindalco and NALCO to build a rare earth processing plant in In...
24 Jul, 2026, 01.19 PM IST