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Critical Minerals & Mining

Odisha Semiconductor Push: Two Plants to Create 1,280 Jobs

Odisha is set to anchor two major semiconductor manufacturing facilities under the Semicon India Programme, generating over 1,280 direct hig...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24
Critical Minerals & Mining

89% Reserved Train Tickets Booked Online, Says Railway Ministry

Indian Railways has reported that nearly 89 percent of reserved train tickets are now booked online, compared to 49 percent a decade ago. Th...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24
Critical Minerals & Mining

SEBI Chief Urges Shift From Compliance to Stewardship for Corporate Boards

Speaking at the Institute of Directors Annual Conclave, SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey urged corporate boards and independent directors to...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24
Critical Minerals & Mining

Centre Enforces MMDR Amendment Act 2026 on Mining Taxes

The Ministry of Mines has notified the immediate commencement of the MMDR Amendment Act, 2026. The law restricts state governments from levy...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24
Critical Minerals & Mining

Centre Limits State Taxes on Mineral Rights in MMDR Amendment

Parliament has enacted the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026, prohibiting state governments from imposing ...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24
Critical Minerals & Mining

India Enforces MMDR Amendment Act 2026 to Overhaul Mining Fiscal Rules and Captive Sales

The Ministry of Mines has notified August 22, 2026, as the official commencement date for the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation...

By Policy & Regulatory Editorial Desk 2026-08-24

Official Critical Minerals & Mining Gazettes & Notifications

Date Ministry / Authority Subject / Title Action
2026-08-22 Ministry of Mines The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 View PDF
2026-08-22 Ministry of Mines Commencement of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 View PDF
2026-08-22 Ministry of Mines Commencement of MMDR Amendment Act, 2026 View PDF
2026-08-22 Ministry of Mines The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 View PDF
2026-08-14 Ministry of Mines Notification for Administering Authority in exercise of the powers conferred by clause (a) of sub se View PDF
2026-08-14 Ministry of Mines Notification of Designated Officer dated 14.08.2026 View PDF
2026-08-14 Ministry of Mines Notification of Administrating Officer dated 14.08.2026 View PDF
2026-08-14 Ministry of Mines Notification of Designated Officer dated 14.08.2026 View PDF
2026-08-14 Ministry of Mines Notification of Administrating Officer dated 14.08.2026 View PDF
2026-08-14 Ministry of Mines Notification of Administering Authority in exercise of the powers conferred by clause (a) of section View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Mines Parliament Question: District Mineral Foundation Funds and Beneficiaries in Andhra Pradesh View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Coal Parliament Question: Operational Efficiency of Coal Mines View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Coal Parliament Question: Utilisation of Treated Mine Water View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Coal Parliament Question: Operationalisation of Coal Blocks in Madhya Pradesh View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Mines Parliament Question: Quartz and Feldspar Minerals in Rajasthan View PDF
2026-08-12 Department of Atomic Energy Parliament Question: Environmental Safeguards for Heavy Mineral Sand Mining and Rare Earth Minerals View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Mines Parliament Question: Mining Surveillance System View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Mines Parliament Question: National Critical Mineral Mission View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Mines Parliament Question: Operationalisation of Auctioned Mineral Blocks View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Mines Parliament Question: Laterite as Minor Mineral View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Mines Parliament Question: India's Dependence on Import for Rare Earth Minerals View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Coal Parliament Question: Import of Coking and Non-Coking Coal View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Mines Parliament Question: Mining-reform Incentives under SASCI View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Mines Parliament Question: Rare Earth Elements (REE) Exploration in West Bengal View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Mines Parliament Question: Value Addition in Chhattisgarh's Steel Sector View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Mines Parliament Question: Critical and Strategic Mineral Blocks in Telangana View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Coal Parliament Question: Fire in Coal Depot View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Coal Parliament Question: Operationalisation of Auctioned Coal Blocks View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Mines Parliament Question: Transparent Auction of Mines under NCMM View PDF
2026-08-12 Ministry of Mines Parliament Question: Mine Accidents and Loss of Lives View PDF

Frequently Asked Questions on Critical Minerals & Mining

What is the significance of the MMDR Amendment Act for critical minerals?

The amendment empowers the Central Government to exclusively auction exploration and mining leases for 24 critical and strategic minerals essential for energy transition and defense.