Coal India plans Singapore trading hub in hunt for critical mineral assets: SourcesCoal India is establishing its first overseas trading office in Singapore. This move aims to diversify into trading iron ore and critical m...
20 Aug, 2026, 02.05 PM IST
India must turn Chinese investment into trade leverageIndia grapples with a persistent trade imbalance with China, a significant structural challenge. Embracing Chinese investment presents a st...
20 Aug, 2026, 07.21 AM IST
Govt approves 31 proposals worth Rs 7,877 crore under electronics component schemeThe approvals are aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing of electronic components and strengthening India’s electronics supply chain, acc...
18 Aug, 2026, 06.19 PM IST
From dairy machines to AI factory: L&T is future-proofing its empireLarsen & Toubro is entering a new phase of diversification, using its engineering, infrastructure and financial strength to build technolog...
18 Aug, 2026, 04.00 PM IST
India's state-owned KABIL expects to start lithium production in Argentina in 4-5 yearsIndia's KABIL expects lithium extraction in Argentina within five years. The company signed a lithium exploration pact for five blocks in A...
17 Aug, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
PM Modi says India securing critical minerals, deepening global supply partnershipsIndia is increasing efforts to secure critical minerals and forge partnerships. The nation is strengthening access to vital resources for t...
17 Aug, 2026, 02.25 PM IST
India's aim to become global manufacturing hub by 2047 requires focused strategy: Niti AayogNiti Aayog identified key sectors for India's manufacturing growth by 2047. Chemicals, textiles, telecom, and solar PV are crucial for indu...
17 Aug, 2026, 10.18 AM IST
HAL partners with Adani Defence, BEML to make Prachand Combat Helicopter fuselagesHindustan Aeronautics Limited has partnered with Adani Defence and BEML. These agreements will boost indigenous helicopter production capab...
14 Aug, 2026, 07.28 PM IST
Nikhil Kamath asks whether India should build EVs or batteries. The answer from Chinese experts may surprise youNikhil Kamath’s conversation with Chinese battery experts explores whether India should build electric vehicles or focus on batteries. The ...
14 Aug, 2026, 09.11 AM IST
Govt's Rs 7,280 crore rare earth magnet scheme draws 20 bids, including L&T, Coal India, ReNewTwenty bids were received for the government's rare earth magnet manufacturing scheme. This initiative aims to establish 6,000 metric tonne...
13 Aug, 2026, 07.57 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
Trump administration to invest $3 billion into minerals projects to boost US defense supply chainsThe US government is investing three billion dollars into critical minerals and battery projects. This initiative aims to increase domestic...
08 Aug, 2026, 06.18 AM IST
Trump to host mining CEOs as administration seeks minerals for defense supply chainsThe White House needs critical minerals to replenish weapons stockpiles depleted during the Iran conflict and reduce U.S. dependence on Chi...
07 Aug, 2026, 10.20 PM IST
India must manufacture clean-tech, not just consume it: Steel Minister KumaraswamyIndia's energy security now depends on manufacturing and resilient technology supply chains. The nation aims to become a global hub for cle...
06 Aug, 2026, 04.24 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