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Indian Navy secures safe passage for crude tanker Omega Trader through Hormuz
India and the Indian Navy have secured the safe passage of the Omega Trader tanker. This vessel carries 23 crew members, including 15 Indian nationals, to Sikka in Gujarat. The development occurs amid heightened security concerns in the Strait of Hormuz region. Recent attacks on commercial vessels have escalated tensions in this vital waterway. The United States launched strikes against Iran in response to these shipping incidents.
Coal India to invest $201 million in research and development by fiscal 2030
Coal India is set to invest a substantial 19 billion rupees in research and development by 2030, focusing on clean coal, net-zero technologies, and mineral recovery. The state-run miner has already committed significant funds to Indian Institutes of Technology and is overseeing numerous R&D projects. This strategic investment marks a fourfold increase in R&D expenditure for fiscal year 2025, signaling a strong commitment to innovation.
Centre auctions 10 critical mineral blocks in 7th round
India has successfully auctioned 10 critical and strategic mineral blocks, bringing the total to 56. This significant expansion includes first-time auctions in Gujarat, Uttarakhand, and Telangana for minerals like graphite and rare earth elements. The move aims to bolster domestic supply chains and advance the nation's critical mineral mission, alongside a second round of exploration license auctions.
Govt says 101 mineral blocks started operations since auction regime began in 2015
India's mines ministry announced 101 mineral blocks are now operational. This achievement follows the 2015 auction system. The ministry worked with state governments to speed up approvals and production. Odisha leads with 34 operational blocks. Karnataka and Gujarat also show significant progress. This development supports India's self-reliance goals.
Coal India commissions 100 MW solar power project in Gujarat
State-owned Coal India Limited has commissioned a 100 MW solar power project in Gujarat. This marks a significant step in the company's renewable energy expansion. The project received its commissioning certificate from Gujarat Energy Development Agency. This development comes as Coal India aims to increase its solar capacity. The company is working towards becoming a Net Zero energy entity.