Apart from initiating lithium mining operations in Argentina, the Bhubaneswar-headquartered company is also actively exploring smelting partnerships in Australia. India’s largest integrated producer of alumina and bauxite, NALCO, is positioning itself to support the country’s push for critical mineral security—particularly lithium—through overseas ventures, Chairman & Managing Director Bijendra Pratap Singh has said. The company has...
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Second National Conclave on Mines and Minerals to be held in Delhi
The Ministry of Mines had organised the first National Conclave on Mines & Minerals on 4-5 July 2016 at Raipur jointly with the Government of Chhattisgarh. It was an astounding success, owing to overwhelming support of all stakeholders of the mining industry. All the participants expressed great satisfaction on the organisation and outcome of the conclave.
Steel sector contributes 2percent to GDP in 2015-16
The Indian steel sectorÂ’s contribution to overall Gross Domestic Product of the country was nearly 2 per cent during 2015-16.
Portal launched for rating of mines
To ensure mining companies follow all regulatory rules, the Ministry of Mines has launched a portal for online filing of evaluation template for star rating of mines, which will prompt miners to quickly adopt sustainable practices for a higher rating.
Towards more scientific mining processes
Disregard to science and engineering of mining should be a big concern especially when it comes to giving the land back to the environment it came from. Mining companies have a lot to do in ensuring a stable environment,
Exploring new options
The exploration capacities of PSUs and the state governments are almost utilised. Dilip Kumar Jena and Bhavesh Singhavi recommend why we should study the best practices in Canada and other mining-rich countries while engaging the private sector.



