Page 9 - Latest Updates on Pralhad Joshi
17 mineral mines taken back from states over non-production: Pralhad Joshi
In March, Lok Sabha passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2021
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190 major mineral blocks auctioned in seven years, says Pralhad Joshi
"Mineral exploration will be carried out without adverse environmental impact through enhanced use of drones and other latest technologies," he said.
Govt plans to auction 17 non-operational mines surrendered by PSUs: Joshi
Speaking during a conference on the Indian minerals and metals industry organised by NMDC and FICCI, the minister said many PSUs in the country in sectors like coal were sitting on big mines.
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India targets 900 million tonne coal production in FY23: Minister
With regards to commercial mining, coal minister Pralhad Joshi said 43 mines have been awarded during the last two years and that they will generate employment for nearly 32,000 people
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Pralhad Joshi slams Derek O'Brien for calling parliament 'Gujarat Gymkhana'
Amid the ongoing monsoon session and adjournments in parliament, Union Minister Pralhad Joshi lambasted TMC leader Derek O'Brien for calling the parliament a 'Gujarat Gymkhana'
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Pralhad Joshi slams Cong, calls Rahul 'nakli Gandhi' with 'fake' ideology
In one of the sharpest attacks on Rahul Gandhi by the ruling BJP, Union Minister, Pralhad Joshi on Friday called the Congress leader a "fake Gandhi" whose ideology was "fake" as well.
Green clearance given to 83 projects of Coal India in last two years: Govt
To ensure adequate supply of coal to various sectors, including power, the government has set a target of 1 billion tonnes coal production for Coal India Ltd (CIL)
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Laxmikant Bajpai appointed as BJP's new chief whip in Rajya Sabha
Meanwhile, the BJP has again appointed Piyush Goyal as its leader in the Upper House.
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Siddaramaiah accuses Pralhad Joshi of conspiring against Yediyurappa
Congress leader Siddaramaiah on Monday accused Union Minister Prahlad Joshi of conspiring against BS Yediyurappa and removing him from the Chief Minister's chair
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Thermal coal demand to increase to around 1,500 MT by 2040: Joshi
The minister added that there was a need to be conscious about the environment and keep in mind the sustainable mining goals.
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Consumers compelled to buy coal at high prices to keep plants running: CCAI
The statement comes amid certain parts of the country witnessing power outrages in the wake of fuel shortages
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Pvt investors, CIL, govt exploring ways to make coal mining more bankable
The challenge for the companies is how to make the banks finance the projects
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India must increase coal production for self-reliance: Pralhad Joshi
India needs to increase domestic coal production in order to fulfil the ever-growing demand for fuel and reduce import dependency, Union Coal and Mines Minister Pralhad Joshi said on Friday.
National database soon to monitor terrorism activities: Amit Shah
The Minister was speaking after inaugurating the National Intelligence Grid (NATGRID) Bengaluru premises today
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Pralhad Joshi calls Rahul 'fake astrologer' over his coal-crisis comment
Joshi's remarks came after the Wayanad MP yesterday said that the Modi government should stop running the "bulldozer of hatred" and run power plants instead
Coal minister Pralhad Joshi to chair NMET governing body meet on Wednesday
NMET was established in 2015 with an objective to increase mineral exploration in the country
No shortage of coal in the country, says minister Pralhad Joshi
India's imports of non-cooking coal fell to 125.61 million tons during the April-January period of the current financial year, which is 23.33% lower compared to the corresponding period of last fiscal
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Coal mining resumes at NEC's Tikak Colliery in Assam's Tinsukia
Mining operations at NEC, a unit of Coal India Limited (CIL), were halted due to environment-related issues in 2020
Pralhad Joshi suggests introducing Bhagavad Gita in schools across India
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Saturday suggested that every state government can think about implementing the Gujarat government's decision of introducing Bhagavad Gita in schools
Uttarakhand: After Pushkar Dhami loses, speculations arise over CM post
The BJP has made no attempt to scotch such speculations saying that the winning MLAs will sit together and elect a leader who will become the CM
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