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Union Environment Ministry revokes suspension of Goa mines

Union Ministry of Environment and Forests (MoEF) has revoked 3 year-old suspension of environmental clearances (ECs) of mines in Goa. It was announced by Goa Chief Minister Laxmikant Parsekar....

March 18, 2015

Private firms can’t claim mining rights: Supreme Court

As per the latest ruling of the Apex court, Private companies cannot claim any right of exploitation of minerals and the State can impose a ban on private...

August 12, 2012

Government extends Justice Shah Commission tenure by 1 year

The government extended Justice M B Shah Commission term, by one year till July 16, 2013. The extension for one year has been sought since the Commission is...

July 22, 2012

India brings to light carbon tax issue with Australia

India CEOs, led by Forum co-chair Naveen Jindal, conveyed concern over the proposal of the Australian Govt to inflict a 30% tax on big mining companies. The act...

March 8, 2012

Interim Exim Policy 2009 – 10

Supplement To Foreign Trade Policy 2004-09 for the year 2009-10 was announced by Commerce Minister Kamal Nath on February 26, 2009.1. Rupees 325 Crores would be provided under...

May 24, 2009

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