After remaining closed for nearly three years, Hindustan Copper Limited’s (HCL) Kendadih Mines resumed operations this week with the dispatch of Copper ore to the Musabani concentrator plant. The mine, which had stopped production on 31st July 2022 following lease expiry, has now restarted activity after the renewal of lease and necessary approvals from the State Mining Department. Officials, including HCL Executive Director Shyamsundar Rohi, GM Mines Deepak Srivastava, and HR Head Amanatullah Khan, marked the occasion with a ceremonial flag-off. Also Read: Khetan Mining Won Kendadih Mines Contract, HCL to Resume Copper Production After Two Years Lease Renewal Cleared…
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Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles announced that it delivered more than one lakh cars and SUVs between Navratri and Diwali, registering a 33% increase compared to the same festive period last year. The company’s strong showing during the 30-day window was driven primarily by its SUV portfolio, with Managing Director and CEO Shailesh Chandra crediting the demand surge to growing consumer preference for larger and more versatile vehicles. Also Read: Electronic Boom and Property Deals Marked a High-Spirited Dhanteras Across Jharkhand According to Chandra, the Nexon alone accounted for 38000 retail sales, a sharp 73% jump from the previous year, while…
Jharkhand Headlines India’s Core Sector Growth Slows to 3% in September India’s eight core industries grew 3% year-on-year in September, down from 6.5% in August, according to official data. Weak output in refinery products, natural gas, and crude oil offset strong performance in steel and cement. During April–September FY26, core sector growth fell to 2.9% from 4.3% last year, reflecting sluggish momentum in energy-linked sectors. India’s Coal Imports Fall Slightly to 20.58 Million Tonnes in August India’s coal imports slipped marginally by 0.6% to 20.58 million tonnes in August, compared to 20.70 million tonnes a year earlier. During April–August FY26,…
Members of the Janata Mazdoor Sangh staged a strong protest at BCCL’s Kusunda Area Office, opposing the Central Government’s move to introduce four new labour codes by merging 44 existing labour laws. The demonstration was organised under the direction of HMS vice-president Siddharth Gautam and led by the union’s central vice-president and regional secretary Arvind Kumar Singh. Area president Balwant Singh Vishwakarma, project president Sunil Kumar Shah, and several local leaders participated in the protest demanding withdrawal of the new labour codes. Also Read: Ranchi, Dhanbad and Jamshedpur Selected for the Pilot Phase of One Nation One Registration Union Opposed…
Tata Trusts have reappointed Venu Srinivasan, Honorary Chairman of the TVS Group, as a lifetime trustee, days before his existing term was set to end on 23rd October. The move comes at a time when the Trust is seen navigating a delicate leadership phase, amid reports of two distinct groups emerging, one believed to be aligned with Noel Tata, who took over as chairman after Ratan Tata’s demise, and another comprising long-time associates of the late leader. Also Read: TV Narendran Likely to Join Tata Sons Board as Group Nominee Focus Turned to Mehlli Mistry’s Tenure The attention within Tata…
Hindustan Zinc Ltd (HZL), the country’s largest silver producer, planned to increase its silver output by nearly 30% in the second half of the fiscal year, banking on a sustained rally in global prices. The company targeted an output of around 380 tonnes between October and March, up from 293 tonnes in the first half of FY26. CEO Arun Misra projected that silver prices could climb as high as $55 per troy ounce by January, from about $51 currently. Also Read: Ministry of Mines Announced Sixth Tranche of Critical Mineral Auctions Lower Lead Output Pulled Down Silver Production in H1…
Jharkhand Headlines Rakhi Biswas Appointed as General Observer for Ghatshila Assembly Bypoll IAS officer Rakhi Biswas has been appointed by the Election Commission of India as the General Observer for the 45-Ghatshila (ST) Assembly by-election 2025. She will be stationed at Director’s Bungalow, Maubhandar, Room No. 4, and can be contacted at 9296003924. Voters are urged to report any election irregularities directly to ensure a fair and transparent poll. Thunderstorm and Lightning Alert Issued for 17 Jharkhand Districts on 24th Oct The Department has issued a yellow alert for 17 districts of Jharkhand, warning of thunderstorms, lightning, and winds up…
Jharkhand Headlines Mines Ministry Sets Strict Timelines to Fast-Track Mining Leases The Ministry of Mines has amended the Mineral (Auction) Rules, 2015, to introduce strict stage-wise timelines between Letter of Intent and mining lease execution. Effective 17th October 2025, the new system ensures accountability through penalties for delays and incentives for early production. State-level committees will monitor progress, with rules applying retrospectively to already auctioned blocks. Jharkhand to Promote Its Mineral Strength Globally Through Trade Fairs and Exhibitions The Jharkhand government will showcase its mineral wealth and exploration technology at national and international trade fairs through departmental stalls. The Geology…
The Ministry of Mines has rolled out new intermediary timelines for all mining projects between the issuance of a Letter of Intent (LoI) and the execution of a mining lease, aiming to fast-track operationalisation of auctioned mineral blocks. The amendments to the Mineral (Auction) Rules, 2015, effective from 17th October 2025, introduce a structured system to monitor progress, set clear deadlines, and impose reasonable penalties for delays while offering incentives for early production. Also Read: Parliament Cleared Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill 2025 New Rules Bring Accountability and Incentives Until now, the mining sector operated under a…
A three-day exposure visit organised by Terri Mining under the Jipur Mining Project concluded on Sunday, offering rural women participants a firsthand look at Jharkhand’s prominent skill development and agricultural training institutions. The visit, held from 16th to 19th October 2025, aimed to promote practical learning and motivate women towards self-reliance through vocational awareness. Also Read: Godda District Administration Reviewed Jitpur Coal Project Rehabilitation Plan Visits Covered Key Training Institutions As part of the itinerary, participants toured Kalyan Gurukul, Skill College, Patratu Dam, and the livestock unit of Birsa Agricultural University in Kanke. The programme included training sessions, institutional interactions,…