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Odisha Mining Activity greatly affected due to COVID-19; 21 mines interrupted
With the COVID-19 spreading at faster rate in the country, GoI had extended the statutory permits of mines for smooth transition. In spite of this, several mines in Odisha are facing delays of resumption. Highlights The operations of 21 mines ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
Global Coal Production falls for the 4th Consecutive Year
According to a survey, in 2019, the global coal power plant development declined for the fourth consecutive year. A total of 13 GW of capacity construction delayed due to Corona Virus. Highlights The survey was conducted by the Global Energy ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
International Energy Agency: India the third largest producer of Electricity
On March 19, 2020, the Ministry of Power quoted International Energy Agency ranking in the Parliament. According to the ranking, India is the third largest producer of electricity in the world. Also, it is ranked 106th in terms of per ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
Mineral Law Amendment Bill passed in Lok Sabha
On March 6, 2020, the Lok Sabha passed Mineral Laws (Amendment) bill, 2020. The bill aims to amend Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) act, 1957 and also Coal Mines (Special Provisions) Act, 2015. Highlights The bill was passed in ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2020
MoC launches ‘Star rating of Coal mines’ portal
Ministry of Coal (MoC) has recently launched a web portal for star rating of coal mines. Under the portal, all operational coalmines across the country will be enabled for self-rating. The mines will be subsequently validated by Coal Controller’s Organization ..
Web Portal launched to provide star rating of coal mines
The Ministry of coal launched web portal in New Delhi to provide star rating of coal mines. Based on the star rating the highest scoring mines are to be awarded. Highlights According to the new system, the mines scoring between ..