The new Labour Codes particularly the Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions (OSH&WC) Code, 2020 and the Social Security (SS) Code, 2020 modernise mining labour laws to deliver standardised protections, stronger health measures and expanded social security for mine workers across India. The reforms aim to balance enhanced worker protections…
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NMDC, IIT Kanpur Join Hands to Boost Cybersecurity & AI
In a major step toward building a secure and technologically advanced mining ecosystem, NMDC.the country’s largest iron ore producer has signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur. The collaboration is aimed at enhancing cybersecurity frameworks, accelerating the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI)…
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Coal Mines Drive Growth & Energy in Jharkhand, Arunachal
India’s coal sector continues to play a pivotal role in strengthening the nation’s energy security and supporting regional development. Recent updates shared in the Lok Sabha reveal substantial contributions from key coal mines in Jharkhand and Arunachal Pradesh, aligning strongly with the Government of India’s vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. The…
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India IIP Growth Slows to 0.4% in October 2025
India’s Industrial Growth Moderates in October The Quick Estimate of India’s Index of Industrial Production (IIP) for October 2025 reveals a modest growth of 0.4%, down from 4.0% in September. This slowdown is largely attributed to fewer working days during key festivals including Dussehra, Diwali, and Chhath. Sector-Wise Performance The…
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Women in Science: A Growing Force in India
The number of women scientists supported under government programmes has doubled since 2014, the Department of Science & Technology (DST) told Parliament on 28 November 2025. Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said targeted interventions and the “Nari Shakti” vision of the central government have expanded fellowships, scholarships and leadership opportunities…
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J&K to Launch First Limestone Block Auction on Nov 24
The Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir is set to mark a major milestone in its industrial growth as it prepares to launch the first-ever auction of limestone mineral blocks on November 24, 2025. The roadshow and formal launch event will take place in Jammu, led by Union Minister of…
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Coal Ministry Issues Vesting Orders for 3 Commercial Mines
New Delhi, October 25, 2025: In a major step toward enhancing India’s energy security, the Ministry of Coal has issued vesting orders for three coal blocks under the ongoing commercial coal block auction process. The orders were finalized by the Nominated Authority on October 23, 2025, marking another milestone in…