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Ministry of Mines Notifies Mineral Concession Rule Changes to Expand Critical Mineral Mining

Ministry of Mines notifies new rules enabling lease expansion, associated minerals inclusion and higher critical mineral output.

Ministry Of Mines | April 07, 2026 | By EI News Network |  929

Hindustan Power Unit Wins LoI for Platinum Exploration Block in Madhya Pradesh

The LoI follows a forward e-auction conducted by the Ministry of Mines, where Hindustan Power’s unit emerged as the preferred bidder.

Ministry Of Mines | March 24, 2026 | By Abha Rustagi |  591

TEXMiN, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad and GSI Sign MoU to Advance Critical Mineral Exploration

TEXMiN and GSI partner to drive research, AI-led exploration and capacity building in critical minerals, strengthening India’s mineral security and innovation ecosystem.

Ministry Of Mines | March 23, 2026 | By News Bureau |  462

Ministry of Mines to Launch Second Tranche of Exploration Licence Auction and Unveil GSI Digital Portal

The Ministry of Mines is set to launch the second tranche of Exploration Licence block auctions in New Delhi, alongside unveiling GSI’s AI-enabled digital portal to boost transparency and critical mineral exploration.

Ministry Of Mines | February 12, 2026 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1436

Cabinet Approves INR 1500 Crore Incentive Scheme to Promote Critical Mineral Recycling

The Union Cabinet has approved an INR 1,500 crore incentive scheme under the National Critical Mineral Mission to boost recycling capacity for extracting critical minerals from secondary sources like e-waste, lithium-ion battery scrap and catalytic convertors in end-of-life vehicles.

Ministry Of Mines | September 04, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  3449

Ministry of Mines Recognises 7 Centres of Excellence to Promote R&D in Critical Minerals

The Ministry of Mines has designated seven premier institutes – including four IITs and three national R&D labs – as Centres of Excellence under the National Critical Mineral Mission to boost research and technology development in critical minerals which are essential for clean energy and EV sector.

Ministry Of Mines | August 04, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  2172

India, Sri Lanka to Strengthen Ties in Critical Minerals Exploration, Including Graphite

India and Sri Lanka are strengthening bilateral cooperation in mineral exploration and mining, focusing on securing critical minerals like graphite and beach sand resources to support clean energy, advanced battery technologies and high-tech industries.

Ministry Of Mines | February 21, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1229

India, Argentina Enhance Cooperation in Lithium Exploration

India and Argentina are strengthening cooperation in lithium exploration and mining investments, with a new MoU paving the way for deeper collaboration in securing critical minerals for EV batteries and renewable energy storage.

Ministry Of Mines | February 20, 2025 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1644

Ministry of Mines Signs MoU with IEA to Strengthen Cooperation on Critical Minerals

The Ministry of Mines has signed an MoU with the International Energy Agency to enhance India’s critical mineral sector through access to data, analysis, and policy guidance, advancing strategic resource management and sustainable energy goals.

Ministry Of Mines | November 14, 2024 | By Mrinmoy Dey |  1393

IESA to Organise International Summit on Lithium-Ion Batteries in New Delhi

The summit will see an active presence from the Ministry of Heavy Industries, the Ministry of Mines, the Ministry of Science and Technology, the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI), and others.

Ministry Of Mines | October 01, 2024 | By Aishwarya |  3303

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