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India to kick off critical minerals mission to bolster energy transition

New Delhi: India is set to kick off a national mission for the critical and strategic minerals sector as the country looks to propel its journey towards green energy transition and boost electric vehicle manufacturing capacity. As the world races to secure vital minerals for renewable energy and emerging technologies, India gears up to take centre stage with the launch …

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18 hours, 19 minutes ago

Elephant tusk ivory, rare 'navapashana' alloy idols recovered in Tamil Nadu raid

India Today

Tamil Nadu’s Thiruvannamalai police, in coordination with the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau, have recovered two rare idols, a navapashana idol of Lord Murugan and a Krishna idol carved from elephant tusk, at Kandiyankuppam. The WCCB, which monitors the smuggling of elephant tusk-based artifacts, received a tip-off about a gang operating near Hosur and Krishnagiri. Officials revealed that if the navapashana …

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3 days, 18 hours ago

Why has DRC filed criminal charges against Apple over ‘conflict minerals’?

Al Jazeera

The tech giant has been accused of sourcing conflict minerals from sub-Saharan Africa. The Democratic Republic of the Congo has filed criminal complaints against tech giant Apple’s subsidiaries in France and Belgium over the use of “conflict minerals” in their supply chains. Lawyers representing the Central African country, claimed in a statement this week that Apple’s subsidiaries in Europe are …

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4 days, 6 hours ago

The Moon might be older than scientists previously thought

Raw Story

A physicist, a chemist and a mathematician walk into a bar. The three of us were all interested in the Moon, but from different perspectives: As a geophysicist, I thought about its interior; Thorsten Kleine studied its chemistry; and Alessandro Morbidelli wanted to know what the Moon’s formation could tell us about how the planets were assembled 4.5 billion years …

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5 days, 9 hours ago

Congo Files Complaints Against Apple Over Conflict Minerals

Deccan Chronicle

The Democratic Republic of Congo filed complaints against Apple subsidiaries in France and Belgium for allegedly the tech giant of using conflict minerals in its supply chain. According to a report by Reuters, the complaint allege Apple laundering of tainted minerals, handling stolen goods, and carrying out deceptive commercial practices to assure consumers supply chains are clean. Congo, major source …

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6 days, 3 hours ago

AIADMK-DMK Spat Turns Acrimonious, Personal

Deccan Chronicle

Chennai: The ongoing war of words between the DMK and AIADMK turned more acrimonious on Tuesday with the barbs becoming personal and striking below the belt with State Municipal Administration Minister K N Nehru calling the Leader of the Opposition Edappadi K Palaniswami a ‘coward’ toeing the line of BJP and AIADMK headquarters secretary S P Velumani retaliating with charges …

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Congo sues Apple in Europe, accuses it of criminal conduct for using conflict minerals in devices

Firstpost

Lawyers for the Congolese government allege that Apple’s supply chain includes minerals such as tin, tantalum, and tungsten sourced from conflict-ridden regions, where armed groups fund violence through illegal mining Apple maintains that it does not directly source raw minerals and conducts thorough audits of its suppliers. Its 2023 conflict minerals report stated that none of its supply chain partners …

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1 week ago

India makes big discovery in the depths of Southern Indian Ocean, captures images

India Today

A team of scientists from the National Institute of Ocean Technology and the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research successfully conducted high-resolution deep-sea exploration and imaging at a hydrothermal sulphide field. The deep sea field was located at a depth of 4,500 meters in the Central and South West Indian Ridges of the Southern Indian Ocean. The Deep Sea …

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1 week, 3 days ago

India-UAE comprehensive strategic partnership a ‘model relationship’: Jaishankar

Hindustan Times

NEW DELHI: India and the United Arab Emirates on Friday held discussions on deepening cooperation in the energy sector, including long-term supply agreements, collaboration in upstream and downstream projects and mutual investment in strategic reserves. The India-UAE joint statement spoke about “active and growing” exchanges in defence and security, which “aligned with the broader strategic goals of the two countries”. …

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1 week, 5 days ago

Chinese scientists extract cancer-fighting nuclides from rare earth minerals

China Daily

CHANGSHA -- Chinese researchers have successfully extracted high-purity lead-212 and bismuth-212 nuclides from rare earth minerals, the press center of the University of South China said Wednesday. This breakthrough holds significant importance for achieving self-sufficiency in the production of critical medical nuclides in China, according to the research team. The team of researchers established and verified a new, efficient and …

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1 week, 6 days ago

Nivea vs La Mer review: How do the moisturisers compare?

The Independent

Sign up to our free weekly newsletter for insider tips and product reviews from our shopping experts Sign up for our free IndyBest email Sign up for our free IndyBest email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Over the past few weeks, the skincare world has …

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2 weeks, 1 day ago

China bans rare mineral exports to the U.S.

NPR

China bans rare mineral exports to the U.S. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks to Abigail Hunter of the nonpartisan organization SAFE about the Chinese government's recent ban on exports of rare minerals to the U.S. AYESHA RASCOE, HOST: Gallium, germanium, antimony - those are the minerals China says it's banning from export to the U.S. Those, along with what are called …

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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Silica scars: On India’s silicosis problem

The Hindu

India’s growth aspirations have spurred the national mining industry to extract more minerals for use in construction. Mine workers exposed to silica dust for many years have a heightened risk of developing silicosis, wherein microscopic silica particles are lodged in lung tissue, hampering their normal function. On November 29, the National Green Tribunal directed the Central Pollution Control Board to …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

China vs West tension kicks off a global rush for strategic metals

Firstpost

The price of antimony, scarce in nature but essential for military equipment such as ammunition, infrared missiles, nuclear weapons, and night vision goggles, rallied nearly 230% this year to about $39,000 per metric ton in Rotterdam’s busy spot market The flag of China is placed next to the elements of Gallium and Germanium on a periodic table, in this illustration …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Haleon increasing investment in its China JV for supply chain edge

China Daily

By ZHONG NAN | China Daily | Updated: 2024-12-06 09:37 Brian McNamara, CEO of Haleon. The move aims to further reinforce its supply chain operations and innovation capabilities in China, enhancing the company's ability to meet the growing demand for consumer healthcare products in the country, said Brian McNamara, CEO of Haleon. In addition to launching a gum health brand …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Haleon increasing investment in its China JV for supply chain edge

China Daily

Brian McNamara, CEO of Haleon. The move aims to further reinforce its supply chain operations and innovation capabilities in China, enhancing the company's ability to meet the growing demand for consumer healthcare products in the country, said Brian McNamara, CEO of Haleon. In addition to launching a gum health brand named Paradontax in China earlier this year, McNamara said the …

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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Haleon increasing investment in its China JV for supply chain edge

China Daily

Haleon increasing investment in its China JV for supply chain edge By ZHONG NAN China Daily Updated: Dec 06, 2024 Brian McNamara, CEO of Haleon. The move aims to further reinforce its supply chain operations and innovation capabilities in China, enhancing the company's ability to meet the growing demand for consumer healthcare products in the country, said Brian McNamara, CEO …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Madras HC imposes Rs 4 lakh cost on former DMK MP for meritless petitions against quarry lease notification

New Indian Express

CHENNAI: The Madras High Court imposed costs of Rs 4 lakh on a former DMK MP for filing petitions in the court challenging the government notification inviting tenders for quarry lease in Dharmapuri district without “holding due research on the facts of the case”. Dismissing the plea for want of merit, the first bench comprised Chief Justice KR Shriram and …

Dharmapuri Quarry Lease

2 weeks, 5 days ago

China fights back against US' new chip restrictions, blocks export of key minerals needed in chipmaking

Firstpost

Chinese Ministry of Commerce announced the restrictions, effective immediately, targeting gallium, germanium, antimony, and other key materials. It accused Washington of weaponising trade under the guise of national security China’s decision to block mineral shipments highlights its willingness to leverage its dominance in critical resources, as the country produces 98 per cent of the world’s gallium and 60 per cent …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Tech wars: Why has China banned exports of rare minerals to US?

Al Jazeera

The two countries have imposed tit-for-tat export restrictions for months to hamper technological and AI development. Beijing’s announcement on Tuesday came just one day after the US ramped up restrictions on the export of advanced chips to China, which affects the country’s ability to develop advanced weapons systems and artificial intelligence. Washington’s ban also added 140 companies to its “entity …

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2 weeks, 5 days ago

NGT extends ban on mining of minor minerals in Mayurbhanj

New Indian Express

CUTTACK: The National Green Tribunal on Tuesday extended its ban order on mining activity across Mayurbhanj district basing on the interim district survey report, until further orders. On August 8, the NGT’s eastern zone bench at Kolkata had put a halt on mining and auction process of all minor minerals in the district. Pattnaik had challenged the notice of auction …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

China hits back against US chip crackdown

Al Jazeera

Beijing bans exports of critical minerals to US, and several industry groups tell companies to avoid US chips. China has banned exports to the United States of the critical minerals gallium, germanium and antimony, which have widespread military applications, escalating trade tensions the day after Washington’s latest crackdown on China’s chip sector. “China has been signalling for some time that …

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2 weeks, 6 days ago

China bans exports of minerals with high-tech use to U.S.

LA Times

Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao speaks at a press conference on the sideline of the National People’s Congress in Beijing. “China has lodged stern protests with the U.S. for its update of the semiconductor export control measures, sanctions against Chinese companies, and malicious suppression of China’s technological progress,” Lin Jian, a Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, said in a routine briefing …

China Trade National Security National Exports Chinese Beijing

3 weeks ago

Before exiting, Joe Biden heads to Africa to highlight his own counter to China. Will Trump take it up?

Hindustan Times

President Joe Biden is finally making his long-promised visit to Africa to showcase a U.S.-backed railway project in three countries that he has pushed as a new approach in countering some of China's global influence. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz Biden's first visit to the continent as president — which he left to the very end — will highlight the Lobito Corridor railway …

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India to kick off critical minerals mission to bolster energy transition

Elephant tusk ivory, rare 'navapashana' alloy idols recovered in Tamil Nadu raid

Why has DRC filed criminal charges against Apple over ‘conflict minerals’?

The Moon might be older than scientists previously thought

Congo Files Complaints Against Apple Over Conflict Minerals

AIADMK-DMK Spat Turns Acrimonious, Personal

Congo sues Apple in Europe, accuses it of criminal conduct for using conflict minerals in devices

India makes big discovery in the depths of Southern Indian Ocean, captures images

India-UAE comprehensive strategic partnership a ‘model relationship’: Jaishankar

Chinese scientists extract cancer-fighting nuclides from rare earth minerals

Nivea vs La Mer review: How do the moisturisers compare?

China bans rare mineral exports to the U.S.

Silica scars: On India’s silicosis problem

China vs West tension kicks off a global rush for strategic metals

Haleon increasing investment in its China JV for supply chain edge

Haleon increasing investment in its China JV for supply chain edge

Haleon increasing investment in its China JV for supply chain edge

Madras HC imposes Rs 4 lakh cost on former DMK MP for meritless petitions against quarry lease notification

China fights back against US' new chip restrictions, blocks export of key minerals needed in chipmaking

Tech wars: Why has China banned exports of rare minerals to US?

NGT extends ban on mining of minor minerals in Mayurbhanj

China hits back against US chip crackdown

China bans exports of minerals with high-tech use to U.S.

Before exiting, Joe Biden heads to Africa to highlight his own counter to China. Will Trump take it up?