Coal India now sixth-largest mining company in world: PwC

Last Updated: Sunday, June 14, 2015, 15:51

The decline in market value in 2014 was driven largely by iron ore miners, in particular the diversified companies with large exposure.

Mining companies owe Rs 220 crore permitfee to Chhattisgarh

Last Updated: Thursday, March 21, 2013, 23:19

A total of Rs 220.9 crore permit fee for transportation of minerals is outstanding to the Chhattisgarh government from the 10 companies operating in the state, the assembly was told Thursday.

Vexed Goa mining industry pins hope on SC hearing on Dec 7

Last Updated: Wednesday, December 5, 2012, 16:16

The petitions have said that under commission of the inquiry, the ex-parte needs to be heard.

Odisha identifies 111 mining companies violating green norms

Last Updated: Wednesday, November 28, 2012, 22:10

After imposing penalty of about Rs 75,000 crore against 104 mining companies, Odisha govt has identified 111 mines violating environment laws.

Philippines beefs security after rebels raid mines

Last Updated: Tuesday, October 4, 2011, 13:40

Philippine President Benigno Aquino III has ordered security for mining companies beefed up after a big raid by communist rebels shut down operations of the country`s largest nickel producer and sent its stock plummeting.

Mining cos end on mixed note as govt approves new Bill

Last Updated: Friday, September 30, 2011, 19:15

Shares of mining companies on Friday ended on a mixed note, with Coal India (CIL) plunging over 5 percent after the government approved the new Mining Bill that calls for them to share profits and an amount equivalent to royalty with the project-affected people.