Fears of a possible ban on exports of iron ore from Goa has divided the mining industry in the state with the larger, organised players blaming the unorganised companies for the mess.

Apprehending a possible blanket ban on mining for at least a while, mining companies in Goa, the largest iron ore exporting state, have cautioned about the implications.

PANJIM: Congress MLA Dayanand Narvekar has urged the State Forest Ministry to cancel Environment Clearances (EC) granted for mines operating in wildlife sanctuaries or forest areas.

PANJIM: In a development that could send shivers down the spine of Goan iron ore exporters, China on Saturday said that they have already started looking out for alternate markets considering the u

PANJIM: A senior Union Ministry of Steel official said on Friday that India should strive to put in place strong laws to protect consumers’ interest vis-à-vis mine owners as a mechanism to make min

PANJIM: Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) is scheduled to summon around 70 mining company officials to check the validity of the Environment Clearance (EC) issued by the Ministry of Environ

Goa's mining industry is facing a “crisis of reputation” following a series of writ petitions, a leaked PAC report and an inquiry by a commission.

Manohar Parrikar: "There is nothing imaginary reported."

PANJIM: In what could give relief for 18 mines around wildlife sanctuaries, Goa government Thursday submitted to High Court that they are withdrawing the suspension of Environment clearance order i

PANJIM: Goa mine owners on Thursday said that the delay in renewal process of mining leases is helping large scale illegalities in the state.