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Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026
Certificate of Competency Examination (Conducted by The Board of Mining Examinations) 2025 by DGMS
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The Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill, 2025 aims to boost critical mineral production and advance the National Critical Mineral Mission through sustainable, zero-waste mining. Key provisions include allowing leaseholders to add critical minerals to existing leases, establishing mineral exchanges, and increasing royalty for mine development.
The MMDR Amendment swaps the National Mineral Exploration Trust for the National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust. But this isn’t just a name change—it widens how the fund can be used.
India’s mining auctions began in 2015 to ensure transparency and fairness. But red tape often slowed things down. The latest 2025 amendments bring strict deadlines, penalties for delays, and even rebates if governments stall—making sure critical minerals like lithium and copper move from paper to production faster.
Tamil Nadu has rolled out a new tax targeting mineral-bearing lands — and it’s hitting the mining industry hard. Whether you’re a cement giant or a small leaseholder, this change affects your bottom line. Here’s what you need to know
The Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS) has issued fresh guidelines mandating higher deployment of Assistant Managers in both underground and opencast coal mines. The new rules, linked to production and material handled, replace the 2019 framework and aim to strengthen supervision, improve compliance, and ensure round-the-clock safety.
The DGMS has issued updated 2025 guidelines for the appointment of managers in small opencast metalliferous mines. Diploma holders in Mining Engineering continue to be eligible to work as mine managers under defined safety and operational limits. These rules provide clear guidance for First Class, Second Class, Degree, and Diploma holders
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change clarified that small mining projects of minerals reclassified from minor to major, with lease areas up to 5 hectares, will continue as B2 projects under EIA Notification 2006 (F.No. IA-Z-11013/148/2025-IA-II(NCM), 23.09.2025). Simplified approvals remain, while environmental safeguards must be maintained.
The Ministry of Mines has issued a landmark order on 22nd September 2025 under the MMDR Amendment Act, 2025. Captive mine owners can now sell all surplus minerals, and states can permit sale of old dumps stacked till 31st August 2025, turning waste into revenue.
Barytes, Felspar, Mica & Quartz are now major minerals! Small miners have 2 years to finalize leases or risk losing their applications. Key changes, deadlines, and protections explained. ⚡
Your complete source for mining notifications, circulars, and regulatory updates from DGMS, Ministry of Mines, and the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change. Stay informed with all official announcements in one place
Test your knowledge of Mines Rules with these 30 carefully crafted MCQs.
The Ministry of Mines has revamped the NMET Rules, renaming it the National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust (NMEDT). The 2025 amendment expands its role into mine development, critical minerals, and offshore exploration — a leap toward a self-reliant mineral economy. 🌍
