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India intensifies efforts in exploring Rare Earth Elements (REE) and uranium through various initiatives by Atomic Minerals Directorate for Exploration and Research and Geological Survey of India. IREL and UCIL continue to process and mine REE and uranium. The Ministry of Mines is fostering international partnerships and auctioning mineral blocks
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The Government of India is taking measures to boost its capability in the manufacturing of Rare Earth Permanent Magnets (REPMs), aiming for self-reliance in this strategic sector. Despite India's rich reserves of Rare Earth Elements (REEs), the complexity of extraction processes and limited industrial capabilities have resulted in
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In a recent Lok Sabha Question Hour, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh outlined how nuclear sector reforms, including measures under the Shanti Act, will enhance the development of Rare Earth Elements (REE) in India. The government has opened opportunities in mining and processing of rare earth minerals by involving private
Geoscience Awards
On September 26, 2025, President Smt. Droupadi Murmu conferred the National Geoscience Awards 2024 at Rashtrapati Bhavan, recognizing outstanding contributions in geosciences. The awards honored 20 geoscientists across three categories, including Lifetime Achievement and Young Geoscientist awards. The event highlighted the importance of geoscience in India's development, sustainability,
Geoscience Awards
On September 26, 2025, President Droupadi Murmu presented the National Geoscience Awards-2024, emphasizing the importance of minerals in human civilization and economic development. She highlighted the need for sustainable mining practices, the role of geoscientists in resource utilization, and the significance of Rare Earth Elements (REEs) for modern technology and
Rare Earth Elements
Recent analyses of coal-derived fly ash and bottom ash from the Singareni Thermal Power Plant and NLC India Limited reveal significant concentrations of Rare Earth Elements (REE). The Indian government has established the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) to promote the recovery of these minerals, allocating ₹100 crore for pilot