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India to kick off critical minerals mission to bolster energy transition
11 hours, 28 minutes ago

India to kick off critical minerals mission to bolster energy transition

Deccan Chronicle  

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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2024 Round-Up| Constitution Bench Decisions Of Supreme Court
1 day, 11 hours ago

2024 Round-Up| Constitution Bench Decisions Of Supreme Court

Live Law  

The Supreme Court in 2024 held several Constitution Benches to resolve crucial and long pending issues with nationwide socio-legal ramifications. State's Power To Tax Mineral Rights In Mineral Area Development Authority v. M/S Steel Authority Of India & Ors, the Supreme Court held by an 8:1 majority that States have the power to levy tax on mineral rights and that …

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Stylish sports watches for men: Top10 picks for durability and performance
1 week ago

Stylish sports watches for men: Top10 picks for durability and performance

Hindustan Times  

In today’s fast-paced world, sports watches for men have become an essential accessory for those who lead active lifestyles. Specifications: Design: Minimalist black digital display Minimalist black digital display Size and Fit: Medium-sized dial, lightweight fit Medium-sized dial, lightweight fit Color Options: Black strap and dial Black strap and dial Material: Resin strap, acrylic glass Resin strap, acrylic glass Occasion: …

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India’s firmer attempts at mineral diplomacy
1 week ago

India’s firmer attempts at mineral diplomacy

The Hindu  

As India seeks to expand its manufacturing and technological capability, critical minerals will become vital to fulfil this ambition. To address India’s mineral security challenge, which is aimed at reducing its strategic vulnerability, New Delhi has started an attempt to engage in mineral diplomacy. The missing pieces India’s attempt at mineral diplomacy has led to many positive outcomes, but still …

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China bans rare mineral exports to the U.S.
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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Why FSSAI has put packaged drinking water in 'high-risk' category
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Why FSSAI has put packaged drinking water in 'high-risk' category

Firstpost  

India’s apex food safety regulator, FSSAI, has declared packaged drinking and mineral water a ‘high-risk’ food item. In a striking move, India’s apex food safety regulator has declared packaged drinking and mineral water a ‘high-risk’ food item. The FSSAI classifies food items based on their risk of contamination, ensuring that facilities dealing with high-risk foods undergo regular inspections to uphold …

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Packaged drinking water gets ‘High-Risk Food’ tag as FSSAI tightens safety norms. Here is what it means
3 weeks ago

Packaged drinking water gets ‘High-Risk Food’ tag as FSSAI tightens safety norms. Here is what it means

Live Mint  

In a major development related to the food industry, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India has decided to classify packaged drinking and mineral water as a ‘High-Risk Food’ category. The FSSAI’s latest decision is aimed at improving the safety and quality standards of packaged drinking and mineral water for consumers. Earlier, the packaged drinking water industry had urged …

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FSSAI classifies packaged drinking water under 'high risk' food categories: Know details
3 weeks ago

FSSAI classifies packaged drinking water under 'high risk' food categories: Know details

India TV News  

With increasing concerns in recent times, packaged drinking water in India has become one of the major concerns, especially because of the fast-growing market of bottled water. To put it more in perspective, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India, FSSAI, took a step forward in announcing that packaged drinking water falls under the 'high risk' category of foods. …

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India’s Strategic Push For Self-Reliance In Critical Minerals: How Battery Recycling Is The Right Fit
3 weeks, 5 days ago

India’s Strategic Push For Self-Reliance In Critical Minerals: How Battery Recycling Is The Right Fit

ABP News  

By Manikumar Uppala Modern technologies have deemed some minerals such as cobalt, lithium, nickel, and silicon, among a few others, as critical, especially as the world moves towards clean energy. Critical Mineral Mission Is Need Of The Hour Solar PVs, wind turbines and energy storage systems are the clean energy technologies most important for India’s net zero transition. By recovering …

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Does hard water impact your geyser’s lifespan? See some ways to safeguard your water heater from hard water damage
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Does hard water impact your geyser’s lifespan? See some ways to safeguard your water heater from hard water damage

Hindustan Times  

As winter settles in, the last thing you want is for your geyser to stop working when you need it the most. Hard water, which contains high levels of minerals like calcium and magnesium, often goes unnoticed, but it can significantly impact your geyser’s lifespan and performance. Understanding the difference between hard water and soft water Hard water Soft water …

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These SME IPOs broke the chain of negative IPO returns. Here’s why
4 weeks ago

These SME IPOs broke the chain of negative IPO returns. Here’s why

Live Mint  

Getting allotment in a small and medium enterprises initial public offering in early 2024 felt like hitting the jackpot. Ambitious growth initiatives: Australian Premium Solar is gearing up for future expansion with bold plans, including: Topcon solar panel manufacturing: A new 250 MW capacity unit, operational by FY25. View Full Image Revenue Mix of Australian Premium Solar ’s Investor Presentation) …

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Art and trade history gleams with prized mineral of Hotan
1 month ago

Art and trade history gleams with prized mineral of Hotan

China Daily  

A jade carving themed on "spring waters and fall mountains", of which the ocher part is the stone's natural color. Later, as emperor, he ensured, partly through military prowess, "a steady supply of raw jade to artisans both within and beyond his court", says Zuo Jun, an expert on ancient Chinese jade from Nanjing Museum in Nanjing city, East China's …

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Over 500 villagers in Melur protest against private firm’s tungsten mining licence
1 month ago

Over 500 villagers in Melur protest against private firm’s tungsten mining licence

New Indian Express  

MADURAI: Over 500 residents from 10 villages in Melur taluk gathered at Nayakkarpatti, raising slogans against the centre and demanding the cancellation of the licence granted to a private company to mine tungsten on an area of 5,000 acres. Madurai MP S Venkatesan wrote to Minister of Coal G Kishan Reddy, urging the cancellation of the licence granted to the …

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Tungsten exploration: TN blames it on Centre
1 month ago

Tungsten exploration: TN blames it on Centre

Deccan Chronicle  

Chennai: No permission has been granted to Hindustan Zinc Limited, a subsidiary of the controversial Vedanta group, for carrying out any mineral exploration in the in Melur taluk of Madurai district, the State government clarified on Thursday as protests against the proposed mining project, to be carried out on 2015.5 hectares of land in the villages of Kulanipatti and Melur, …

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Amazon deals on water purifiers: Get clean and healthy water with our top 10 options; over 80% off
1 month ago

Amazon deals on water purifiers: Get clean and healthy water with our top 10 options; over 80% off

Live Mint  

Looking for clean and healthy water at unbeatable prices? Specifications of KENT Grand RO Water Purifier Filtration: RO + UV + UF with TDS control Tank Capacity: 8L Flow Rate: 20 LPH Warranty: 4 years free service, ISI Marked 3. Specifications of Aquaguard Sure Delight NXT 6-Stage Water Purifier Purification Technology: RO+UV+UF 6-Stage Filtration Free Service Plan: ₹2000 Service Plan …

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RFK Jr and Trump are mulling banning fluoride from drinking water. Here’s what the mineral actually does
1 month, 1 week ago

RFK Jr and Trump are mulling banning fluoride from drinking water. Here’s what the mineral actually does

The Independent  

Sign up for our free Health Check email to receive exclusive analysis on the week in health Get our free Health Check email Get our free Health Check email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has said that a second Trump administration …

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Laser Printing On Mineral Water Bottle Legible: Kerala HC Quashes Case Against Kinley Booked For Illegible Packaging Details
1 month, 1 week ago

Laser Printing On Mineral Water Bottle Legible: Kerala HC Quashes Case Against Kinley Booked For Illegible Packaging Details

Live Law  

Quashing a case against Hindustan Coca Cola Company under the Legal Metrology Rules concerning alleged illegible declaration about the packaging details of mineral water sold at a movie theatre, the Kerala High Court observed that it could not be said that the details in the form of laser printing were illegible or not prominent. A prosecution was initiated against Hindustan …

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Govt plans to auction offshore mineral blocks in 2-3 months: G Kishan Reddy
1 month, 1 week ago

Govt plans to auction offshore mineral blocks in 2-3 months: G Kishan Reddy

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The government is planning to begin the auction of offshore mineral blocks in the next two to three months and around 10 such mines are likely to be auctioned in the first phase, coal and mines minister G Kishan Reddy said on Thursday. The government amended the Offshore Areas Mineral Act, 2002, to provide an auction route for …

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Centre takes charge of mineral exploration licences as states falter
1 month, 1 week ago

Centre takes charge of mineral exploration licences as states falter

Live Mint  

New Delhi: The Centre is set to take over the auctioning of exploration licences for critical and deep-seated minerals after states failed to attract junior mining companies to discover mineral resources in the country. “…the Central Government shall henceforth notify the mineral blocks and conduct their auction for grant of exploration licence," an order issued by the ministry of mines …

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What will India's Samudrayaan look for in the ocean? Mission chief reveals
1 month, 1 week ago

What will India's Samudrayaan look for in the ocean? Mission chief reveals

India Today  

India is preparing to join an elite group of nations capable of deep-sea exploration with its ambitious Samudrayaan mission. "One of the key targets for exploration will be polymetallic nodules, mineral concretions rich in manganese, iron, and other valuable metals found on the ocean floor," Dr. S Ramesh, Scientist-in-Charge of India's deep-sea mission told IndiaToday.in in an exclusive conversation. Dr. …

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Himachal Pradesh HC Upholds Levy Of GST On Mining Royalty Payable Under Mining Concession Granted By State
1 month, 1 week ago

Himachal Pradesh HC Upholds Levy Of GST On Mining Royalty Payable Under Mining Concession Granted By State

Live Law  

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has dismissed a writ petition challenging notifications issued by the Central government for levy of GST on Royalty paid by a Mineral Concession Holder for mining concession granted by the State. A division bench of Acting Chief Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan and Justice Satyen Vaidya observed that India Cement Ltd. was overruled by a nine-Judge …

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Computation Of Royalty Within Executive's Domain, Courts' Interference Barred Unless Decision-Making Process Is Illegal : Supreme Court
1 month, 1 week ago

Computation Of Royalty Within Executive's Domain, Courts' Interference Barred Unless Decision-Making Process Is Illegal : Supreme Court

Live Law  

Noting that the computation of royalty on minerals is purely a policy decision within the executive's domain, the Supreme Court dismissed the plea challenging the government's change in the royalty calculation method. The Court reaffirms the legislature's discretion to devise policies on royalty without judicial interference, particularly in areas involving complex economic considerations. The Court observed that "at the relevant …

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The Mixed Legacy Of CJI DY Chandrachud
1 month, 2 weeks ago

The Mixed Legacy Of CJI DY Chandrachud

Live Law  

Dr. Justice Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud, who had a relatively long tenure of two years as the Chief Justice of India, held the mantle of the judiciary when the Indian Republic was at a crossroads. Judicial appointments At one point of time during CJI Chandrachud's tenure, there was acrimonious friction between the judiciary and the executive regarding the primacy over judicial …

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Powering the advancement of the green transition
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Powering the advancement of the green transition

China Daily  

By WANG JINHUI | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2024-11-09 07:32 The 100-megawatt photovoltaic project built by a Chinese company comes into use in Indonesia on Aug 28. In today's global energy landscape, which faces complex and profound adjustments, further strengthening China-Indonesia energy cooperation is not only necessary to enhance the energy supply stability of both countries and to support their …

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