In Short : India is intensifying efforts to build a self-reliant rare earth ecosystem by boosting exploration, developing processing capabilities, encouraging private-sector participation, and reducing dependence on imports. As global demand for clean-energy technologies rises, India aims to secure critical minerals, strengthen value chains, and establish itself as a competitive player in the global rare […]
Lohum Announces ₹500 Crore Rare Earth Refining Hub with $100 Million Fundraise and 2027 IPO Plans – EQ
In Short : Lohum is set to invest ₹500 crore in a rare earth refining hub to enhance India’s critical minerals ecosystem. The company plans a $100 million fundraise and an IPO by 2027 to support growth. The project aims to strengthen domestic processing, reduce reliance on imports, and position Lohum as a key player in India’s […]
India Opens Rare Earth Magnet Sector to Private Players to Boost Self-Reliance and Global Competitiveness – EQ
In Short : The Indian government plans to involve private companies in producing rare earth magnets to reduce import dependence and support domestic manufacturing. These magnets are vital for electric vehicles, wind turbines, and electronics. By opening the sector to private players, the initiative aims to enhance value addition, attract investment, and strengthen India’s position […]
India’s Rare-Earth Supercapacitor Breakthrough Paves Way for Next-Gen Energy Storage – EQ
In Short : Indian scientists have developed a lanthanum-doped silver niobate material that significantly boosts energy storage efficiency, doubling retention and enabling stable charge-discharge cycles. Demonstrated in a prototype supercapacitor powering an LCD, the innovation offers a lead-free, sustainable alternative for next-gen storage. This breakthrough could enhance electric mobility, portable electronics, and grid applications, positioning […]
Vietnam sets out green ambitions with bold targets for solar, rare earth
HANOI: Vietnam plans to more than triple the amount of electricity it produces from renewable sources and push for a 26 percent increase in household solar energy usage by 2030, Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc told Reuters in an interview. Speaking ahead of Vietnam’s participation in the expanded G7 summit that will be held in […]
