In Short : Prime Minister Modi conducted a high-level review of India’s strategy for acquiring critical minerals abroad and implementing the national recycling incentive scheme. The review focused on securing supply chains for minerals essential to clean energy, electronics, and defense, while promoting recycling of strategic materials. Officials highlighted policy measures to enhance self-reliance and […]
₹1,500 Crore Critical Mineral Recycling Scheme Attracts Strong Industry Interest as Mines Ministry Reviews Progress – EQ
In Short : India’s ₹1,500 crore critical mineral recycling scheme has received strong interest from industry players, prompting the Ministry of Mines to undertake a detailed progress review. The scheme aims to strengthen domestic recycling capacity for key minerals such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and rare earth elements, reducing import dependence and supporting the clean-energy […]
India Launches ₹1,500 Crore Critical Mineral Recycling Scheme with Capex & Opex Incentives to Boost Domestic Supply and Sustainability – EQ
In Short : The Indian Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA) highlighted a ₹1,500 crore critical mineral recycling scheme designed to transform India’s recycling sector. The initiative offers both capital expenditure (Capex) and operational expenditure (Opex) subsidies to promote efficient recovery of critical minerals. It aims to boost domestic supply, reduce import dependence, and strengthen the […]
Oil India and Hindustan Copper Join Forces to Boost Domestic Critical Mineral Exploration – EQ
In Short : Oil India and Hindustan Copper have signed an MoU to collaborate on exploring and developing critical minerals, including copper, vital for India’s clean energy and industrial growth. The partnership combines Oil India’s exploration expertise with Hindustan Copper’s mining and processing capabilities, supporting the National Critical Mineral Mission and reducing the nation’s reliance […]
Critical mineral mission guidelines to come out in next 6 months – EQ
In Short : India will release Critical Mineral Mission guidelines in the next six months to secure key resources like lithium and cobalt for clean energy and technology. The plan focuses on exploration, sustainable mining, and global partnerships to reduce import dependence. With policy incentives and recycling initiatives, India aims to strengthen its critical mineral […]