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Sulphur prices surge four-fold to $1,050/tonne due to Russia-Ukraine and West Asia conflicts, significantly increasing India's import burden.
US 'Operation Economic Outcast' intensifies pressure on Iran, forcing Tehran to seek talks as Strait of Hormuz leverage wanes, creating a geopolitical stalemate.
Houthis accuse Saudi Arabia of deadly air raids in Taiz, Yemen, causing dozens of casualties and escalating conflict after a truce breakdown.
US-China summit reveals 'stabilisation without settlement' amidst strategic competition, trade disputes, and AI technology race, with Taiwan remaining a key fault line.
US President Trump rejects Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end West Asia fighting, citing economic pressure and skepticism over a deal.
US-China summit shows superficial bonhomie masking deep tensions over trade, AI, and Taiwan, prompting India to build indigenous tech capabilities.
US secures expanded military access in Greenland through a new security deal with Denmark, bolstering Arctic strategy against China and Russia.
Global energy crisis shifts from crude oil to refined products and sulphur, severely impacting fertilizer production amidst geopolitical conflicts.
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy advocates robust critical mineral recycling, innovation, and public participation to secure resources and foster a circular economy.
Iran conveys conditions to the U.S. for reopening the vital Strait of Hormuz, demanding an end to war, naval blockade, and release of frozen funds.
India's manufacturing ambition faces a critical gap in mapping the permanent magnet value chain, risking strategic dependence despite mineral resources.
Geopolitical conflicts in Russia and West Asia have doubled sulphur prices to $1,100/tonne, threatening India's phosphatic fertilizer production and food security.
Coal India launches Rs 69,000 crore technology-led diversification into energy, critical minerals, and R&D, transforming beyond conventional coal mining.
NLC India Limited transforms into an integrated energy powerhouse, expanding mining, clean thermal, and renewable capacities to ensure national energy security and decarbonization.
India's deep-sea exploration raises critical questions about environmental responsibility and the ethical dilemma of exploiting poorly understood ocean ecosystems for mineral wealth.
PMKKKY scheme channels over ₹1 lakh crore from mining revenue via District Mineral Foundations for welfare and sustainable development in affected regions.
India's Minister emphasizes secure, affordable energy at G20, detailing clean energy achievements, regulatory reforms, and critical mineral strategies for global collaboration.
Saudi Arabia accuses Yemen's Houthis of a 'cowardly' drone attack targeting Islam's holy city of Mecca, sparking Muslim world outrage and vows of retaliation.
Houthi control of Bab el-Mandeb Strait creates a two-strait dilemma for Saudi Arabia, impacting oil exports and global trade amidst regional conflict.
Copper prices hit record high of $14,767.5/tonne, driven by anticipated US tariffs and US-China trade war fears, causing inventory shifts.
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