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National Mineral Exploration Policy
In July 2016, the Union Government had unveiled National Mineral Exploration Policy (NMEP), 2016 for adaptation of comprehensive exploration of non-fuel and non-coal mineral resources. Aims to bring together best of knowledge and experience, modern technology, trained manpower and financial resources on a collaborative platform. Uncover full mineral potential of the country in order to put the ..
Topics: Mining • Mining in India • Ministry of Mines
Government launches Sand Mining Framework to check illegal extraction
The Union Ministry of Mines has launched Sand Mining Framework to help states deal with the sand mining issues, including demand supply deficit and illegal extraction. It was launched at the third National Conclave on Mines & Minerals held in New Delhi. Key Facts The main objective of framework is to assist states in arriving ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2018
Topics: Government Policies • Illegal Mining • Mining • Ministry of Mines • Sand Mining Framework
New Delhi hosts 3rd edition of National Conclave on Mines and Minerals
The 3rd edition of National Conclave on Mines and Minerals has started in New Delhi on March 20, 2018. The representatives of various state governments, mining industry, industry associations, financial and academic institutions will participate in the event. The conclave will provide an effective platform to showcase the recent policy initiatives of the government. It ..
Topics: Contents • Make in Odisha • Mining • Natural environment • Occupational safety and health • Sustainability
IIP expands at 7.5% in January 2018
According to data released by the Central Statistics Office (CSO), India’s factory output, measured by Index of Industrial Production (IIP) recorded overall 7.5% growth in January 2018, indicating early signs of industrial revival. Factory output grew at 7.1% in December 2017, before hitting 25-month high of 8.4% in November 2017. The cumulative IIP growth for ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2018
Topics: Business • Economy • Electricity • Index of industrial production • manufacturing • Mining
JEIM honoured with 2017 Golden Peacock Innovation Management Award
The Joda East Iron Mine (JEIM) of Tata Steel has been honored with the prestigious Golden Peacock Innovation Management Award for the year 2017 for driving innovation in mines. The award was given at Institute of Directors India’s 2nd Global Convention held at Singapore. The award provides not only worldwide recognition and prestige, but a ..
Topics: Iron ore • Joda • Mining