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...
21 Aug, 2026, 10.40 PM IST
Donald Trump expands Cuba crackdown as island’s economy plunges deeper into crisisThe Trump administration is increasing economic penalties on Cuban industries. New sanctions target mining, metal, and construction compani...
21 Aug, 2026, 06.29 AM IST
India, Japan eye warship building and design-manufacturing synergyIndia and Japan plan to expand maritime cooperation significantly. Key areas include warship building and mine countermeasures development....
20 Aug, 2026, 11.22 PM IST
In implicit message to Beijing, India and Japan oppose unilateral actions impeding freedom of navigationIndia and Japan on Thursday signed a maritime security pact and agreed to deepen defence cooperation to support a free and open Indo-Pacifi...
20 Aug, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
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...
20 Aug, 2026, 03.29 PM IST
India, Japan deepen maritime security ties, agree to explore joint naval shipbuildingIndia and Japan agreed to deepen maritime security cooperation and naval coordination. They will strengthen naval coordination and explore ...
20 Aug, 2026, 01.54 PM IST
ED findings in CMRL case can't be termed 'political witch-hunt': KPCC president Sunny JosephKPCC president Sunny Joseph stated the ED probe findings against Veena T are not political witch-hunting. He noted the CPI(M) has not denie...
20 Aug, 2026, 01.46 PM IST
BJP demands Vijayan's resignation from Keralam LoP post over ED findings in CMRL caseThe BJP has demanded Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's resignation from his opposition leader post. This demand follows fresh revela...
20 Aug, 2026, 12.53 PM IST
Kaziranga ESZ row: Residents protest in support of Assam’s 1-km buffer, oppose Gaurav Gogoi’s 10-km demandResidents from areas around Kaziranga National Park protested in Assam’s Kaliabor on Tuesday, backing the state government’s proposal to re...
18 Aug, 2026, 06.04 PM IST
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...
16 Aug, 2026, 05.27 PM IST
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 ...
15 Aug, 2026, 10.43 PM IST
India says mining tax curbs for states needed to prevent market fragmentationThe Indian government has implemented restrictions on new state taxes concerning mineral rights and land to streamline the national market ...
14 Aug, 2026, 10.45 PM IST
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...
14 Aug, 2026, 01.25 AM IST
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...
14 Aug, 2026, 01.24 AM IST
Govt was scared, rattled during Monsoon Session; oppn unity was on display: CongressThe Congress party stated the Modi government appeared scared and rattled during the recent Monsoon Session. Opposition unity was evident t...
13 Aug, 2026, 03.57 PM IST
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 ...
13 Aug, 2026, 02.27 PM IST
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....
12 Aug, 2026, 05.51 PM IST