Critical minerals U.S.–Australia deal 2025 strengthens supply chains and counters China’s rare earth dominance. Learn about the $8.5 billion investment, gallium refinery, and AUKUS alliance. U.S.–Australia Sign $8.5 Billion Critical Minerals Deal to Counter China Date: October 20, 2025Location: White House, Washington, D.C. In a significant move to bolster supply chains and reduce dependence on…
Critical minerals collaboration news: Oil India and Hindustan Copper sign MoU to explore and develop copper and other strategic minerals, supporting India’s National Critical Mineral Mission. Oil India and Hindustan Copper Sign MoU to Explore Critical Minerals Introduction to the Collaboration On September 19, 2025, Oil India Limited (OIL) and Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) entered…
Piyush Goyal assumes charge as Mines Secretary in 2025. Learn about his background, previous roles, strategic importance, critical minerals, and policy priorities for India’s mining sector. Piyush Goyal Takes Charge as Mines Secretary Introduction: A New Leadership at the Helm of India’s Mining Sector On September 4, 2025, Shri Piyush Goyal, a seasoned 1994-batch IAS…
Government Should Include Coking Coal in Critical Minerals List Introduction The Indian government has been urged by industry experts and policymakers to include coking coal in its list of critical minerals. Coking coal, which is primarily used in the production of steel, plays a crucial role in supporting India’s infrastructure and industrial growth. Currently, India…
Indian Public Sector Companies Seek Overseas Critical Mineral Assets In a strategic move to secure essential minerals, Indian public sector giants Coal India, NMDC, and ONGC Videsh are actively pursuing overseas assets. This initiative is aimed at reducing India’s dependence on imports and ensuring a stable supply of critical minerals necessary for various industries. The…
