Modi’s protectionism push creates stock winners in laggard IndiaA Bloomberg-compiled basket of 15 stocks linked to import substitution has rallied more than 20% since the start of the Middle East conflic...
22 Jul, 2026, 08.13 AM IST
The most extraordinary rock on Earth isn't gold or diamond, but the metal is small enough to hold in your hand. Powerful enough to power a cityA plain-looking lithium rock is now more valuable to the modern economy than its appearance suggests. Hidden inside are critical minerals t...
21 Jul, 2026, 09.18 PM IST
Those giant numbers on airport runways aren't random; here's what they meanThose airport runway numbers aren't random markings. They are a global navigation system that helps pilots identify the correct runway befo...
21 Jul, 2026, 07.31 PM IST
Right policy space for strategic industriesSkyroot Aerospace's latest launch marks a milestone for India, signifying its official entry into the exclusive league of private orbital l...
20 Jul, 2026, 11.41 PM IST
New Jersey meteorite that crashed through a family's roof turns out to be one of America's most important space rocks; Scientists discover building blocks of life insideA meteorite that crashed into a New Jersey home contains carbon-rich compounds, amino acids and other prebiotic molecules linked to the ori...
20 Jul, 2026, 10.38 AM IST
Crisil Ratings upgrades long-term ratings of Vedanta group companiesCrisil Ratings has upgraded Vedanta group companies' long-term ratings to AA+ and assigned a stable outlook. This upgrade reflects the stro...
17 Jul, 2026, 04.11 PM IST
China's rare earth curbs put $6.5 trillion of global output at riskChina's rare earth export curbs could endanger trillions in global production. The International Energy Agency suggests multilateral stockp...
17 Jul, 2026, 06.43 AM IST
NASA issues major solar storm warning: Decades-old theory about Earth's defenses may be an illusionNew research suggests Earth's reaction to solar storms might be limitless. Scientists previously believed a ceiling existed for these power...
16 Jul, 2026, 05.56 PM IST
PM Modi pushes to cut imports to shield India from shocksIndia is likely preparing a major import substitution drive as geopolitical tensions and supply chain risks push the government to reduce d...
16 Jul, 2026, 12.25 PM IST
Rare earth minerals explained: Why are they the world's most strategic resources?Rare earth minerals explained: Rare earths are vital for modern technology and defense applications. China dominates global processing, cre...
14 Jul, 2026, 12.50 PM IST
Nexon Geochem ties up with Russia's Giredmet for rare-earth processingNexon Geochem will collaborate with Russia's Giredmet for rare-earth processing technology. This partnership aims to build integrated facil...
13 Jul, 2026, 02.28 PM IST
LHS 3844b: Scientists find a bizarre 'tidally locked' planet that could host life, but it never has a day or nightA distant planet, LHS 3844b, shows one side perpetually scorched and the other frozen. Researchers suggest its internal geology could circu...
10 Jul, 2026, 12.17 PM IST
Neo Performance Materials looks at India for rare earth magnet manufacturingThe Toronto-based company is a leading critical materials company specialising in rare-earth processing. It is among the world's leading no...
10 Jul, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
India, Indonesia boost defence ties with BrahMos, maritime security pactsThe two nations also signed memoranda of understanding (MoUs) on rare earth magnets and cooperation in minerals and technology used in the ...
08 Jul, 2026, 06.00 AM IST
India's auto component sector grows 12.7% in FY26, but imports outpace exports: ACMAIndia's auto component industry saw strong growth in FY26, driven by OEM supplies and aftermarket expansion. Exports increased by five perc...
07 Jul, 2026, 02.19 PM IST
China's dominance in rare earth industry has key structural weakness as US, Japan hold core patents: StudyDespite controlling the majority of global rare earth mining and processing, China's dominance faces a significant structural weakness. A r...
05 Jul, 2026, 08.38 PM IST
Piyush Goyal meets MKS PAMP CEO, explores deeper engagement in global precious metals ecosystemCalling the interaction "productive", Goyal said the discussions focused on "deepening India's engagement in the global precious metals eco...
03 Jul, 2026, 10.56 AM IST