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India, Australia set to seal uranium supply pact during PM Modi’s visit
Prime Minister Modi's Australia visit is set to feature a significant uranium supply pact, bolstering India's nuclear power ambitions. Discussions will also cover critical minerals, cybersecurity, and clean energy. This follows a decade-old framework and aims to deepen economic ties, building on the landmark ECTA trade agreement which has already boosted bilateral trade to $54.4 billion.
Govt scraps auction of 9 critical mineral blocks citing poor investor response
Government cancels auction of nine crucial mineral blocks due to poor investor interest and a lack of qualified bidders. This setback hinders efforts to boost domestic production of minerals vital for energy security and clean-tech manufacturing. The cancellations, a recurring issue in previous rounds, highlight challenges in attracting private investment to riskier mining ventures with high costs and regulatory hurdles.
Technology to be central to Hindustan Zinc's next phase of growth: Chairperson
Hindustan Zinc is pivoting towards becoming a future-ready energy transition company, Chairperson Priya Agarwal Hebbar announced. The firm is significantly investing in technology like AI and automation to boost productivity and safety. Diversifying beyond zinc, the company is exploring critical minerals such as lithium and rare earth elements, essential for the growing electric vehicle market and India's industrial expansion. This strategic shift, dubbed Hindustan Zinc 2.
Global power equations to shift further towards energy, critical minerals: Former Vedanta Group CEO
Global power is shifting towards energy security and resource control. Geopolitical tensions are reshaping industrial supply chains. Critical minerals are becoming as vital as oil was. Countries controlling these resources will gain leverage. India must accelerate domestic exploration and build processing ecosystems. Future economic strength depends on securing energy and critical minerals.
Centre approves 58 companies under critical mineral recycling scheme
The Mines Ministry has approved 58 companies under a ₹1,500 crore incentive scheme to promote recycling of critical minerals as part of the National Critical Mineral Mission. The scheme aims to build domestic recycling capacity for materials from lithium-ion batteries, e-waste and industrial scrap to reduce import dependence and support clean energy and manufacturing.