Critical minerals and defence ties in focus as PM Modi visits Argentina this week

Critical minerals and defence ties in focus as PM Modi visits Argentina this week

Follow Us on Google News New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Argentina this week comes at a particularly significant time as the South American nation is undertaking major economic reforms somewhat similar to those India went through in the past, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Monday. PM … Read more

New Study Highlights Pecans helps in lower Cholesterol level

A recent study from Penn State University has revealed that incorporating pecans into daily snacking habits can significantly improve heart health. Published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in March 2025, the research shows that replacing typical snacks with pecans can lower cholesterol levels and enhance overall diet quality.   … Read more

TN to transfer 1.4 cr tonnes of illegally-hoarded beach sand minerals to Indian Rare Earths Ltd

TN to transfer 1.4 cr tonnes of illegally-hoarded beach sand minerals to Indian Rare Earths Ltd

Follow Us on Google News Chennai, April 15 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu government has ordered the transfer of 1.4 crore tonnes of beach sand minerals, allegedly hoarded illegally by private companies, to the PSU Indian Rare Earths Ltd (IREL). This marks a significant step in enforcing accountability following years of controversy over illegal mining operations … Read more

Rajasthan: 43 FIRs registered, 26 arrests; 24,461 tonnes of illegally mined minerals seized

Rajasthan: 43 FIRs registered, 26 arrests; 24,461 tonnes of illegally mined minerals seized

Follow Us on Google News Jaipur, April 10 (IANS) Aiming at enforcing a zero-tolerance policy against illegal mining, state authorities conducted 314 operations over the period from April 2 to April 8, targeting illegal mining, mineral transportation, and storage and seized 152 vehicles and machinery, an official said. The official further added that more than … Read more

National Critical Minerals Mission to cut dependence on imports, support Net Zero goal: PM Modi

National Critical Minerals Mission to cut dependence on imports, support Net Zero goal: PM Modi

New Delhi, Jan 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that the National Critical Minerals Mission, approved by the Cabinet, aims to reduce import dependence, strengthen domestic value chains and support India’s ‘Net Zero by 2070’ goal. Responding to an article written by Union Minister G Kishan Reddy on National Critical Mineral Mission … Read more