NCC Limited Bags Rs. 6829 Crore Amrapali Mining Contract from Coal India’s CCL
NCC Limited has won a massive Rs. 6,828.94 crore contract from Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) for coal extraction and overburden removal at the Amrapali open-cast project in Jharkhand. The agreement, formalized on 24th October 2025, involves deploying heavy earth-moving machinery to handle 413 million cubic metres of material, marking one of NCC’s largest mining orders in recent years.
CCL Clears Nagarjuna Company for 233-Million-Tonne Coal Mining Contract at Amrapali Project
Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) has issued a departmental letter to Nagarjuna Company, clearing the way for coal production and dispatch of 233 million tonnes from Jharkhand’s Amrapali coal project. The firm must deposit a Rs. 400 crore bank guarantee within 21 days. Earlier, Kalinga had won the contract at 25% lower rates but failed to submit the guarantee by 20th October.
DVC to Shut Down 500 MW ‘A’ Power Plant at Bokaro Thermal from 29th October
Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) will shut down its 500 MW ‘A’ Power Plant at Bokaro Thermal from 29th October, following Chhath Puja. Operations were halted after 105 days of no ash transportation and lack of administrative support. General Manager Rajesh Biswas said both ash ponds are full, making it impossible to continue plant operations while ensuring safety and environmental balance.
Seven Jharkhand IPS Officers to Attend Mid-Career Training at Hyderabad
Seven Jharkhand-cadre IPS officers, including Ajay Linda, V.S. Ramesh, Manoj Ratan Chothe, Ajit Peter Dungdung, Ashwini Kumar Sinha, Naushad Alam, and Priyadarshi Alok, will attend Phase-IV Mid-Career Training at the National Police Academy, Hyderabad, from 27th October to 22nd November. The training is mandatory before promotion to IG rank, with Ajay Linda expected to be promoted later this year.
Retired Officer Virendra Bhushan Granted Backdated Promotion to IAS
Retired Jharkhand Administrative Service officer Virendra Bhushan has been granted promotion to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) with retrospective effect. The Union Ministry of Personnel has issued a notification, and the state government will now extend all related benefits. His promotion, delayed since 2015 over a missing integrity certificate, was approved following a Patna High Court order.
Khanan’ 25 at IIT Dhanbad Highlights Mining’s Role in Sustainable Growth and Innovation
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad inaugurated its national techno-mining fest, Khanan’25, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and students to discuss mining’s role in India’s sustainable growth. DGMS Ujjwal Tah called mining the “backbone of civilization,” urging innovation and digital transformation. HCL CMD Sanjeev Kumar Singh emphasized mining’s importance in energy security and green technologies like copper and lithium.
Mining Is the Foundation of Civilization and Will Never End: DGMS Chief Ujjwal Tah
At the inauguration of IIT (ISM) Dhanbad’s two-day national techno-mining fest Khanan, DGMS Director General Ujjwal Tah said mining is the foundation of human civilization and will always remain vital for progress. From the Stone Age to the Digital Age, every advancement—from mobile phones to renewable energy—depends on minerals, he emphasized.
Mining Operations Resume at NTPC’s CB Coal Mines After Bonus Dispute Paused for Talks
Coal mining operations at NTPC’s CB Mines in Keradari resumed Friday night after a five-day halt caused by a workers’ strike over bonus payments. Operators under the Jharkhand Jan Sangharsh Mazdoor Union had stopped work since 10th October, demanding an 8.33% bonus from MDO firm Ritwik Company. Following talks, both sides agreed to meet again on 3rd November.
Fly Ash Transport Halt Threatens Power Supply from BTPS and CTPS after 105 Days of Shutdown
Fly ash transport from DVC’s Bokaro Thermal (BTPS) and Chandrapura (CTPS) plants has remained suspended for 105 days, leaving ash ponds nearly 95% full and risking plant shutdown. The stalemate over transporters’ fare hike demands could disrupt power supply to seven Jharkhand districts, including Bokaro and Dhanbad. DVC officials warned production may halt post-Chhath if the issue remains unresolved.
77 Units of Blood Donated at Adhunik Power on Founder’s Day
Adhunik Power and Natural Resources Limited (APNRL) marked the 100th birth anniversary of founder Mahadev Prasad Agarwal with a blood donation camp at its Padampur facility in Seraikela. In collaboration with Jamshedpur Blood Bank and Volunteer Blood Donor Association, the camp collected 77 units of blood. CEO Arun Kumar Mishra said the initiative reflected APNRL’s enduring commitment to humanity and social responsibility.
73 ACTT Trainees Join Bokaro Steel Plant
A new batch of 73 Advanced Contract Technical Trainees (ACTT) joined Bokaro Steel Plant (BSL) on 25th October, welcomed through an induction programme at the Learning & Development Department. CGM (HR) Anjani Kumar Sharan administered the safety pledge, urging trainees to upgrade skills and maintain a zero-accident culture. CGM (L&D) Neeta Ba encouraged innovation and commitment during the training.
LIC Dismisses Report Claiming $3.9 Billion Investment Proposal in Adani Group
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has rejected a Washington Post report alleging it prepared a proposal to invest $3.9 billion (Rs. 32,000 crore) in Adani Group companies. Calling the claims false and misleading, LIC said no such document or plan ever existed. The insurer asserted that all its investment decisions strictly follow policies, regulations, and stakeholder interests.
Justice Suryakant to Become India’s 53rd Chief Justice
Justice Suryakant, born in Petwad village, Hisar, will become India’s 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI) after Justice B.R. Gavai’s retirement on 23rd November, serving till 9th February 2027. Villagers rejoiced at the news, calling it a proud moment for Haryana. A former Advocate General of Haryana, he rose from humble beginnings to the Supreme Court through merit and dedication.
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