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India to kick off critical minerals mission to bolster energy transition
8 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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Why has DRC filed criminal charges against Apple over ‘conflict minerals’?
3 days, 15 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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Congo Files Complaints Against Apple Over Conflict Minerals
5 days, 6 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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The American industry that wants more government intervention
5 days, 15 hours ago

The American industry that wants more government intervention

NPR  

The American industry that wants more government intervention toggle caption Eric Whitney/NPR President-elect Donald Trump is promising to slash government regulations and even eliminate whole agencies. Sponsor Message U.S. mining's distinct accent Bernard Rowe is CEO of the Australian company Ioneer that's developing the Rhyolite Ridge lithium mine in Nevada. "Because there hasn't been this continuous mining industry functioning at …

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Congo sues Apple in Europe, accuses it of criminal conduct for using conflict minerals in devices
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6 days, 4 hours ago

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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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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Ontario to restrict electricity exports to US and bar American-made alcohol if Trump tariffs applied
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1 week, 3 days ago

Ontario to restrict electricity exports to US and bar American-made alcohol if Trump tariffs applied

Associated Press  

TORONTO — Canada’s most populous province may bar American-made alcohol in addition to restricting electricity exports to Michigan, New York State and Minnesota if President-elect Donald Trump imposes sweeping tariffs on all Canadian products, a senior official said Thursday. Ontario’s Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland said after Wednesday’s meeting with the premiers that a number of provincial premiers voiced support …

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Chinese scientists extract cancer-fighting nuclides from rare earth minerals
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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PM Modi to attend Rising Rajasthan Summit today
2 weeks ago

PM Modi to attend Rising Rajasthan Summit today

New Indian Express  

JAIPUR: The Rising Rajasthan Global Investment Summit 2024 will take place in Jaipur from December 9 to 11, with the Rajasthan government aiming to attract investments and propel the state’s economic growth. Gautam Adani and Anand Mahendra will also hold discussions with Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on investment opportunities. The summit will feature 12 sessions on topics such tourism …

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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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China’s ban on key high-tech materials could have broad impact on industries, economy
2 weeks, 3 days ago

China’s ban on key high-tech materials could have broad impact on industries, economy

Associated Press  

BANGKOK — China has banned exports of key materials used to make a wide range of products, including smartphones, electric vehicles, radar systems and CT scanners, swiping back at Washington after it expanded export controls to include dozens of Chinese companies that make equipment used to produce advanced computer chips. China has banned, in principle, exports to the United States …

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Experts question Biden's Africa promises
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Experts question Biden's Africa promises

China Daily  

By SHAO XINYING | China Daily | Updated: 2024-12-06 09:24 US President Joe Biden delivers a speech during the annual National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony at the White House in Washington, Dec 5, 2024. In the waning days of his presidency, US President Joe Biden made a rare visit to Angola, touting support for Africa and a key railway project. …

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Experts question Biden's Africa promises
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Experts question Biden's Africa promises

China Daily  

US President Joe Biden delivers a speech during the annual National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony at the White House in Washington, Dec 5, 2024. In the waning days of his presidency, US President Joe Biden made a rare visit to Angola, touting support for Africa and a key railway project. "Biden's visit to Angola in the final month of his …

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Biden in Angola’s Lobito with a railway plan to counter China influence in Africa
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Biden in Angola’s Lobito with a railway plan to counter China influence in Africa

Firstpost  

The United States has provided a $550 million loan to support the Lobito venture, which involves refurbishing an existing railway through Angola and extending it into Congo’s mining heartland as part of the first phase US President Joe Biden was welcomed with song and dance as he arrived in the Angolan port city of Lobito on Wednesday, the last day …

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US chips 'highly unsafe, easy to hack', say Chinese industry bodies to tech companies, advises to buy local
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

US chips 'highly unsafe, easy to hack', say Chinese industry bodies to tech companies, advises to buy local

Firstpost  

In a rare coordinated response to escalating US restrictions on China’s semiconductor sector, four of China’s top trade associations claimed American chips are “no longer safe or reliable.” Beijing has also responded to US’ recent actions by banning the export of several critical minerals The call to reduce reliance on American chips could affect major US firms like Nvidia, AMD, …

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China fights back against US' new chip restrictions, blocks export of key minerals needed in chipmaking
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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Biden wraps historic Africa trip overshadowed by domestic and geopolitical controversies
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Biden wraps historic Africa trip overshadowed by domestic and geopolitical controversies

CNN  

Luanda, Angola CNN — President Joe Biden grinned as he posed for photos with the leader of Angola before departing the country Wednesday, capping off an historic trip that was overshadowed by controversy stemming from Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter and unexpected turmoil from a key US ally. Over the three-day trip, the first for an American president, …

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Tech wars: Why has China banned exports of rare minerals to US?
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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NGT extends ban on mining of minor minerals in Mayurbhanj
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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China hits back against US chip crackdown
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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China bans exports of minerals with high-tech use to U.S.
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 …

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Minerals in hot springs performed a key chemical reaction for early life on Earth
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Minerals in hot springs performed a key chemical reaction for early life on Earth

Raw Story  

One of the biggest scientific mysteries is where life on Earth started. Iron sulfides are minerals that form when dissolved iron reacts with hydrogen sulfide – the volcanic gas that makes hot springs smell like rotten eggs. Our newly published research expands on this knowledge by investigating the chemical activity of iron sulfides in ancient land-based hot springs which have …

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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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Biden officials make last-ditch push for Greenland mining investment
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Biden officials make last-ditch push for Greenland mining investment

Hindustan Times  

By Ernest Scheyder Biden officials make last-ditch push for Greenland mining investment Nov 26 - The outgoing administration of U.S. President Joe Biden is making a last-ditch push for mining companies and others to invest in Greenland, a move aimed at cementing its critical minerals diplomacy and boosting Western supply of materials for the energy transition. Greenland, a semi-autonomous part …

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