During the decade, 2000-01 to 2010-11, 213.09 mt of iron and 2.41 mt of manganese have been mined without an environment clearance.

A fact-finding committee appointed by the Union mines ministry has alleged serious violations of mining and environmental laws have been co...

Justice M B Shah Commission has recommended to ban mining along Baitarni river in Odisha, which may affect several steel giants.