Union Ministry of Mines and Steel has proposed to create a District Mineral Foundation (DMF) in every district affected by mining, which will be funded by an additional levy related to royalty.

The National Green Tribunal today sought a response from the Centre and Uttar Pradesh government on a plea seeking directions to prevent pollution and contamination of water in rivers of Western UP

Of balance 15 leases that paid stamp duty only ten to be considered for renewal, as five are being investigated for violations

PANAJI: The cabinet on Tuesday again approved the state mining lease renewal policy through a note circulation thus paving the way for renewal of 13 out of 27 mining leases in the first phase.

74 producing blocks to go under hammer first; regulator for non-operational mines later

The State Government has once again requested the Centre to grant a Prospecting License (PL) for Iron ore over a Notified Area of 2,082.502 hectares in favour of the Posco India Private Limited.

State govt will have to finalise leases within 3 to 6 months, but allowed say on time frame