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India’s First-Ever Mining Tourism

India’s First-Ever Mining Tourism Jharkhand has launched India’s first-ever mining tourism initiative. Under a five-year MoU, the Jharkhand Tourism Development Corporation (JTDC) and Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) will jointly offer curated mine visits for tourists. Key Highlights Component Details Initiative India’s first-ever mining tourism initiative. State Launched by the state of Jharkhand.

01 May, 2026 Energy
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India’s First and World’s Largest Green Ammonia Complex

India’s First and World’s Largest Green Ammonia Complex On 17th January 2026, the foundation stone for AM Green’s Green Hydrogen and Green Ammonia Complex was laid in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh. The project will establish India’s first and the world’s largest green ammonia complex. Project Highlights Component Details Location The project is located in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh. Project Developer Dev

12 May, 2026 Energy
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Multi Modal Logistics Park

Multi Modal Logistics Park On 30th April 2025, the Multi Modal Logistics Park Limited, Nagpur (MMLP Nagpur) at Sindi, Maharashtra commenced its commercial operations. The project aims to establish a faster logistics link and improve intermodal freight movement through better warehousing, cargo handling and transport connectivity. Aspect Details Project Multi Modal Logistics Park Limited, Nagpur is a logistics infrastructure project developed to su

20 April, 2026 Road and Railways
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Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited: India’s First Maritime NBFC

Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited: India’s First Maritime NBFC On 26th June 2025, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) inaugurated Sagarmala Finance Corporation Limited (SMFCL). SMFCL has been positioned to support India’s maritime infrastructure development and strengthen the country’s long-term port-led growth strategy under the Amrit Kaal Vision 2047. Aspect Details Organisation Sagarmala Finance Corporati

20 April, 2026 Ports
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Vizhinjam Seaport: India’s First Deep-Water Container Transshipment Port

Vizhinjam Seaport: India’s First Deep-Water Container Transshipment Port On 2nd May 2025, the Prime Minister inaugurated the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala, positioning India as a major transshipment hub. The port aims to reduce India’s dependence on foreign transshipment ports through advanced infrastructure, natural depth and proximity to international shipping routes. Aspect Details Port Location Vizhinjam International S

20 April, 2026 Ports
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District-Led Textiles Transformation (DLTT) Initiative

District-Led Textiles Transformation (DLTT) Initiative On 8th January 2026, the Ministry of Textiles unveiled the District-Led Textiles Transformation (DLTT) Initiative at the National Textile Ministers Conference in Guwahati, Assam. The initiative aims to strengthen district-level textile development by creating export champions, self-reliant textile hubs, and inclusive growth across India’s textile landscape. Aspect Details Initiative DLTT

20 April, 2026 Investment models
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Coking Coal: Now a Critical & Strategic Mineral

National Industrial Classification (NIC) 2025 On 18th November 2025, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the National Industrial Classification (NIC) 2025. NIC 2025 updates the 2008 framework and aligns India’s industrial classification system with the United Nations’ International Standard Industrial Classification (ISIC) Revision 5. Aspect Details Objective NIC 2025 standardises economic activity

20 April, 2026 Energy
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State Mining Readiness Index

State Mining Readiness Index On 16th October 2025, the Ministry of Mines released the State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI) and State rankings. The index is a major step to encourage mining sector reforms in States and strengthen competitive federalism in mineral governance. Aspect Details What is SMRI? SMRI is a framework to assess and rank Indian States based on their reform-readiness, operational efficiency and sustainability practices in the non

19 April, 2026 Investment models
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Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets

Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets On 26th November 2025, the Union Cabinet approved the Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets. The scheme aims to build domestic capacity for integrated production of rare earth permanent magnets, from oxides to finished magnets, and reduce import dependence in strategic sectors. Aspect Details Scheme Aim The scheme aims to establish 6,000 MTP

19 April, 2026 Investment models
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Limestone Classified as a Major Mineral

Limestone Classified as a Major Mineral On 14th October 2025, the Ministry of Mines issued a notification classifying Limestone completely as a major mineral. Earlier, limestone was classified as both a major and minor mineral depending on its end use. The revised classification brings it fully under the major mineral category. Aspect Details Notification The Ministry of Mines notified that limestone will now be classified entirely as a major mine