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MINES AND MINERALS DEVELOPMENT ACT 2026
New mines law seeks to bring tax uniformityA new Mines and Minerals Act, 2026, aims to standardize mining taxation across India. This legislation seeks to bring uniformity and predic...
Stocks in news: TCS, ICICI Bank, Hindustan Copper and Piramal FinanceThe Indian equity markets experienced a downturn today, with the Nifty50 index finishing slightly above 24,200. Traders brace for heightene...
Govt to sell up to 6% stake in Hindustan Copper via OFS; floor price at 10% discountThe government will sell a 3% stake in Hindustan Copper through an OFS at Rs 514 per share, with an option to divest another 3%. The sale o...
In June 2026, Spain revealed a rare-earth deposit capable of meeting 33% of Europe’s needs. Now, the find could challenge China’s grip on critical minerals and strengthen continent’s push for mineral independenceA rare-earth deposit identified in Campo de Montiel, central Spain, could become an important source of materials for Europe’s electric veh...
Shivakumar joins Kerala in opposing mining law changes, flags states’ fiscal powersKarnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar joined Kerala CM VD Satheesan opposing new mining bill amendments. These changes could restrict stat...
In 130 days, deep beneath the Ore Mountains bacteria turned uranium-contaminated mine water into a chemical trap, removing 95% of the dissolved metal and forming a rare compound that can remain stable for decadesDeep underground, bacteria may offer a new answer to uranium contamination. In a 130-day laboratory experiment, microbes fed with glycerol ...
Pinarayi backs Satheesan’s stand against mining law, suspects move to privatise Kerala’s mining PSUKerala's opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan supports Chief Minister VD Satheesan's stance. They oppose the Centre's mining bill, fearing we...
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren urges President Murmu, PM Modi to reconsider Mines BillSoren said the Bill will have a significant financial impact on Jharkhand, as mining revenue accounts for 84.9% of the state's own non-tax ...
Parliament Watch: Mines & minerals update bill approved, EPFO declarationsParliament has approved a bill to regulate state governments' powers on mining taxes. This new legislation aims to ensure global competitiv...
Kerala to oppose Centre's Mines and Minerals Act amendments, calls it 'encroachment' on statesKerala will oppose the Centre's mining law amendments which affect state revenue. The state argues curbs on tax powers erode constitutional...
- The Sultanate’s Surcharge: MMDR Amendment shifts wealth from states to miners
Parliament passed the Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill 2026 on Thursday. This legislation aims to standardize mineral taxation across Indi...
Parliament passes Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill, empowering Centre to regulate state mining leviesParliament approved the Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill, 2026, on Thursday. This legislation empowers the central government to regulate ...
Kerala to oppose Centre's MMDR Act amendments restricting state powers on mineral taxesKerala will oppose federal amendments to the Mines and Minerals Act. The state argues these changes erode constitutional powers and cause r...
Parliament adjourns sine die, bringing an end to a tumultuous monsoon sessionThe Monsoon Session of Parliament wrapped up amid significant disruptions and intense political debates. Major topics included the NEET-UG ...
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 ...
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 ...
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....
- 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 ...
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 ...
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...