Saket Kumar

Coal ministry proposes strict ownership, net worth norms for Coal Exchange

Under the draft framework, the applicant must be a demutualised company incorporated under the Companies Act, 2013

Parliamentary panel slams states for delaying revised mining scheme norms

Standing committee flags incomplete DMF projects, uneven funds and weak oversight in PMKKKY

India to see rare coal-fired power dip in 2025, only third in 50 years: IEA

IEA said an early, strong monsoon could curb demand and lift hydropower, pushing coal-fired output down about 3% in 2025, even as coal capacity continues to expand

Steel sector earnings to stay subdued in FY26 amid oversupply: ICRA

ICRA said steelmakers' margins remain under pressure as oversupply drives domestic prices to steep discounts to import parity, and warned of a negative outlook if headwinds persist

Govt likely to remove 50% cap on sales of coal from captive mines

Under the current provisions, captive mine operators are allowed to sell only up to 50 per cent of their annual coal or lignite output after meeting the requirements of their linked end-use plants

B Sairam takes charge as Coal India chairman-cum-managing director

Sairam has over 35 years of experience in the coal sector, spanning mine operations, planning, logistics and regulatory affairs

Indian cement firms most exposed to CBAM risk: World Economic Forum

The study, which examines corporate readiness in Brazil, China, India and South Africa for CBAM, finds no evidence so far of broad competitiveness losses for exporters from these economies

Govt clears CoalSETU window to auction coal linkages for all uses, exports

This is the first time coal linkages are being opened without end-use restrictions. It is aimed at expanding access to domestic coal, improving resource utilisation and reducing import dependence

Panel flags 2-3 year coal mine clearance delays; seeks faster approvals

A parliamentary standing committee has flagged delays of up to nearly three years in environmental and forest clearances for coal mining projects

Lack of QCO delaying capex in stainless steel industry: Jindal Stainless MD

Jindal Stainless MD says anti-dumping plea filed against China-Vietnam-Indonesia as imports rise

Participate in rare-earth magnet manufacturing scheme, says Bhupender Yadav

Minister urges industry to invest in rare earth magnet manufacturing to boost green tech and EV value chains

Govt proposes board approval, CCO nod for opening coal mines in draft rules

Under the proposed framework, companies engaged in coal mining must obtain prior approval from their Board of Directors before opening any mine, seam or section of a seam

CII seeks overhaul of Environment Protection Act for unified clearance body

CII has proposed amending India's environmental laws to establish a single Environmental and Climate Clearance Authority with powers to fast-track approvals for low-risk and green projects

CII flags $1 tn green funding gap, seeks new finance body in Budget 2026

Industry body calls for a GIFT City-based intermediary to scale green capital, recycling and fast-track clearances

Mines ministry notifies new royalty rates for 4 critical minerals

The Union Cabinet earlier this month approved rate rationalisation for the four minerals to boost domestic production and facilitate their auctions

Govt notifies 18 private agencies to fast track coal, lignite exploration

New accreditations aim to cut delays, give allottees more choice and speed up coal and lignite mine development

Stainless steel industry deserves dedicated policy: Jindal Stainless MD

Abhyuday Jindal has said the stainless steel industry needs a standalone policy rather than a mere chapter in the National Steel Policy

Cabinet greenlights ₹7,280 cr scheme for rare earth magnet manufacturing

The government has cleared a Rs 7,280 crore plan to build India's first integrated rare earth magnet supply chain, aiming for 6,000 tonnes annual capacity to support EVs, clean energy and electronics

Coal Ministry auctions three coal blocks in 13th commercial round

The Coal Ministry has auctioned three fully explored blocks with 3.3 billion tonnes of reserves and 49 mt annual capacity, attracting Rs 7,350 crore investment and boosting commercial mining momentum

Chhattisgarh gets ₹6,826 cr investment proposals in industry, tourism

CM Vishnu Deo Sai meets investors, exchanges Letter of Intent