India’s continued push to expand domestic coal production has sparked fresh environmental concerns after several major coal mining projects received official approvals that could lead to the felling of nearly 400,000 trees. The clearances, granted for a series of mining developments across different states, have reignited the debate over balancing energy security with environmental conservation....
The United States is taking a significant step toward securing its access to critical minerals by planning to establish mineral processing facilities at selected Army bases across the country. The initiative is part of a broader national strategy aimed at strengthening domestic supply chains, reducing reliance on foreign sources of strategically important minerals, and supporting...
In a significant move aimed at protecting the state’s mineral wealth and curbing unauthorized extraction activities, the Chhattisgarh government has introduced stricter regulations and enhanced penalties against illegal mining operations. The decision reflects the administration’s commitment to strengthening oversight of the mining sector, ensuring lawful resource extraction, and preventing revenue losses caused by illicit activities....