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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
Steel, Metals & Heavy Engineering

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
Steel, Metals & Heavy Engineering

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
Steel, Metals & Heavy Engineering

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
Steel, Metals & Heavy Engineering

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
Steel, Metals & Heavy Engineering

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 Steel, Metals & Heavy Engineering Gazettes & Notifications

Date Ministry / Authority Subject / Title Action
2026-08-12 Ministry of Mines Parliament Question: Value Addition in Chhattisgarh's Steel Sector View PDF
2026-08-11 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Incidents of Theft in Durgapur Steel Plant View PDF
2026-08-11 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Impact of West Asia Conflict on Steel Production View PDF
2026-08-11 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Steel Research and Technology Mission of India View PDF
2026-08-11 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Promotion of Steel usage in Rural Infrastructure View PDF
2026-08-11 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Sustained Growth of Steel Production View PDF
2026-08-11 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Consumption of Finished Steel and Digital Tracking Mechanisms View PDF
2026-08-11 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Steel Scrap Recycling Policy and Resource Efficiency View PDF
2026-08-11 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Development of Single-location Integrated Steel Plants View PDF
2026-08-11 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Implementation of Industrial Relations Code 2026 in SAIL View PDF
2026-08-11 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Modernisation and Capacity Expansion of Bhilai Steel Plant View PDF
2026-08-10 Ministry of Steel Publishing of amendment in Domestically Manufactured Iron and Steel Product (DMISP) Policy 2026 View PDF
2026-08-05 Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Parliament Question: New Steel Silos View PDF
2026-08-04 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Rehabilitation of Persons displaced by Steel PSUs View PDF
2026-08-04 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Green Steel Taxonomy and Decarbonisation Initiatives View PDF
2026-08-04 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Recruitments in NMDC and NMDC Steel Limited View PDF
2026-08-04 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Performance Appraisal of MECON View PDF
2026-08-04 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Steel Exports and Competitiveness View PDF
2026-08-04 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Steel Scrap Recycling Units in Telangana View PDF
2026-08-04 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Disposal of Steel Scrap View PDF
2026-08-04 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Status of Steel Scrap Recycling Policy View PDF
2026-08-04 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Steel Processing Industries in Punjab View PDF
2026-08-04 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Registered Trade Unions in SAIL View PDF
2026-08-04 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Funds for PLI Scheme for Specialty Steel View PDF
2026-07-31 Ministry of Heavy Industries Technology Gaps In Domestic Heavy Engineering Manufacturing View PDF
2026-07-30 Ministry of Steel MOIL Reports Strong Performance in Q1 FY 2026-27; Profit After Tax Up by 70% View PDF
2026-07-30 Ministry of Steel Financial discipline and operational foresight drive SAIL’s Q1 FY27 profit surge View PDF
2026-07-28 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Progress of Target of Annual Crude Steel Production View PDF
2026-07-28 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Challenges faced by the Steel Sector View PDF
2026-07-28 Ministry of Steel Parliament Question: Review of PLI Scheme for Specialty Steel View PDF

Frequently Asked Questions on Steel, Metals & Heavy Engineering

What is the purpose of Steel Quality Control Orders (QCOs)?

Steel QCOs prohibit the manufacture, import, or sale of steel grades that do not bear the mandatory BIS certification mark, ensuring structural safety and product quality.