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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