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Supreme Court Stays Aravalli Redefinition, Rejects Blanket Ban On Mining

Apex court puts November verdict in abeyance, limits curbs to new mining leases and orders fresh review of Aravalli protection framework The Supreme Court on 29 December stayed its earlier verdict that accepted a uniform definition of the Aravalli hills and ranges and declined to impose a complete ban on mining activities in the region, […]

No Fresh Mining In Aravallis Until Sustainability Plan Is Ready, Centre Tells SC

Government says new definition strengthens protection, mining to remain tightly regulated under court supervision The Union government has said that no new mining licences will be issued in the Aravalli region until a comprehensive sustainability study is completed, seeking to allay concerns over environmental damage following a recent Supreme Court order redefining the Aravalli hills […]

Beyond Extraction: Reimagining Metals & Mining Role In A Sustainable Tomorrow

As the world moves towards a low-carbon economy to arrest the increase in global warming, the mining and metals sector finds itself at the crossroads of green growth and transition. The metals and mining sector is poised to propel India’s economy to become the third largest globally in the coming years. Per capita aluminium consumption […]

“Social Has Always Been The Main Pillar At Hindalco” – Satish Pai, Managing Director, Hindalco

At The Exchange 2024, hosted by Hindalco in collaboration with Xynteo, Satish Pai, Managing Director of Hindalco shared with BW Businessworld how the company is leading the sustainability agenda with a stark focus on the S of ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance).   Question: Given that Hindalco is in the mining industry, how are you trying […]

Upcoming Funding Likely For Sustainable Coal Mining: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi

Summary: Secretary, Ministry of Coal said that with enhanced domestic coal production, India’s coal sector is giving the right fillip to economic growth. He said that a dedicated organization with the strong institutional framework is necessary for the scientific closure of abandoned coal mines.   To further strengthen sustainable coal mining in India and to […]