Mining cooperation shaping India-Argentine partnershipArgentina and India are strengthening economic ties. Mining cooperation is a key focus, with Argentina offering a favorable framework for I...
03 Mar, 2026, 11.33 PM IST
India pulls out of Russian-backed Mali lithium project over security risks: ReportIndia is pulling out of a lithium project in Mali. Security risks and political instability in the West African nation are the main reasons...
12 Feb, 2026, 01.27 PM IST
Nalco eyes foray into rare earths, magnesium, chromite amid critical minerals pushState-owned Nalco is exploring entry into rare earth element (REE) mining as part of its diversification beyond bauxite and alumina, with a...
19 Jan, 2026, 09.21 AM IST
Critical Minerals, Cycles and Strategy: Why India should bet on ArgentinaIndia and Argentina are deepening cooperation on critical minerals. This partnership is crucial for India's future growth in electric vehic...
11 Jan, 2026, 12.28 PM IST
NALCO eyes commercial lithium mining in ArgentinaNALCO, through joint venture KABIL, has acquired five mines in Argentina and completed non-invasive exploration. The company will now begin...
29 Aug, 2025, 10.21 AM IST
India’s critical minerals push gathers steamIndia is strategically addressing its critical mineral import dependence through the National Critical Minerals Mission, aiming for self-re...
01 Aug, 2025, 06.46 PM IST
China’s rare earth chokehold may open some doors for IndiaIndia is strategically positioning itself as a key player in the rare earth elements (REE) market, aiming for self-reliance amidst geopolit...
09 Jul, 2025, 11.53 AM IST
India-Argentina forge agreement for Lithium exploration & miningIndia and Argentina have signed an MoU to enhance cooperation in lithium exploration and mining investment. This partnership aims to streng...
19 Feb, 2025, 06.17 PM IST
Coal India signs pacts with global firms for potential investment in critical minerals projectsCoal India Ltd signed non-disclosure agreements with international companies to explore investments in critical mineral projects, including...
05 Aug, 2024, 07.36 PM IST
Coal India, NMDC, OVL look to secure critical mineral assets abroadCIL, NMDC, OVL, and KABIL are collaborating to secure critical minerals overseas, focusing on lithium for EV batteries. India defines 30 cr...
16 May, 2024, 12.13 AM IST
India to explore lithium in ArgentinaAn official statement this is the first ever lithium exploration and mining project by an Indian government company. KABIL will start explo...
16 Jan, 2024, 09.04 PM IST
India to pump in about Rs 200 cr to explore, develop five lithium blocks in Argentia: Govt"The project will help India strengthen lithium supplies, while developing lithium mining and downstream sectors of both the countries," mi...
15 Jan, 2024, 09.20 PM IST
Coal India embarks on overseas acquisition of critical mineral assetsCoal India Limited (CIL) has added lithium, cobalt, and nickel assets to its Memorandum of Association (MoA) to reflect its commitment to e...
01 Aug, 2023, 01.00 PM IST
India mulling to discuss mechanism with Australia under FTA for smooth supply of critical mineralsAustralia produces almost half of the world's lithium. It is also the second-largest producer of cobalt and the fourth-largest producer of ...
12 Mar, 2023, 12.20 PM IST
Budget: Three steps India can take to become a leader in energy storage in power sectorBased on announced policy targets, analysis by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) suggests that the cumulative energy stor...
29 Jan, 2023, 09.17 PM IST
Australia announces commitment of A$5.8 million for Critical Mineral partnership with IndiaKing announced Australia would commit A$5.8 million to the three-year India-Australia Critical Minerals Investment Partnership. Following t...
05 Jul, 2022, 06.55 AM IST
Khanij Bidesh, CMFO sign MoU to identify critical mineral assets in AustraliaThe Ministry of Mines had last year created a mining joint venture namely Khanij Bidesh India Ltd (KABIL) in order to ensure mineral securi...
29 Mar, 2022, 06.55 PM IST