Coal Mines

Commercial Coal Mines Register Highest-Ever Single Day Dispatches At 0.62 Million Tonnes

The record dispatch comprised 0.536 MT to the power sector and 0.081 MT to the non-power sector, showcasing the robust performance across multiple sectors of the economy.

Nov 25, 2024, 20:39 PM IST

Coal Production From Captive, Commercial Mines Jumps By 27 Pc

As many as 91 mines have been successfully auctioned under commercial coal auctions, out of which seven mines have already commenced coal production. 

Mar 03, 2024, 13:12 PM IST

'Mr Chief Minister, how much more will you loot?': Akhil Gogoi ATTACKS Himanta Biswa Sarma over illegal coal mining in Lidu-Margherita

Assam Latest News: The issue of rampant illegal coal mining in the Margherita, Ledo, and Lekaphani areas in the Tinsukia district came to light once again on Tuesday when a coal-laden truck met with an accident in the area. Immediately, Sibsagar legislator and RTI activist Akhil Gogoi posted an open letter to the state’s chief minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, asking the latter for quick action.

Dec 14, 2022, 11:22 AM IST

Modi govt’s reform push for coal sector: Auction process of 40 new coal mines launched

In an official statement, the ministry stated that the step has been taken following the successful auction of 28 coal mines in the first two tranches and there shall be a total of 88 coal mines on offer at present."

Oct 13, 2021, 12:48 PM IST

Centre kickstarts auction process of 40 new coal mines

The auction process comes amid various states flagging coal shortage issues leading to power cuts. 

Oct 13, 2021, 06:28 AM IST

Using drones in coal mines to improve safety

Autonomous drones could be used to improve safety in Queensland's underground coal mines. The technology is being trialled in a simulated mine in the north-east of the state, in the town of Mackay.

Sep 27, 2021, 18:18 PM IST

70 labourers trapped in West Bengal's Asansol coal mines rescued after 15 hours

The workers went inside the mines at around 11 pm and were scheduled to come out at 7 am as per there shift timings. They were not able to come out because the lift stopped working due to the low pressure created inside.

Nov 03, 2019, 14:56 PM IST

Coal Ministry starts process of auction of 27 coal mines

The last date of registration of bidder and sale of tender document is September 13 and bid due date is September 19, an official release said.

Aug 06, 2019, 13:43 PM IST

DNA: Zee News at ground zero in Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya where 15 miners are trapped

Watch Zee News ground report from Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya where 15 miners are trapped since December 13. Will Meghalaya miners be saved?

Dec 28, 2018, 22:38 PM IST

Deshhit: Will Meghalaya miners be saved; Navy divers, NDRF, IAF join rescue operation

A group of Indian Navy divers are deployed from Vishakhapatnam to join operations to rescue 15 miners trapped in a flooded rat-hole coal mine in Meghalaya since December 13. Will be Meghalaya miners be saved.

Dec 28, 2018, 21:28 PM IST

Deshhit: Know top 20 deshhit news of today

This segment of Zee News brings to you top 20 news stories of the day. Watch this video for more information.

Dec 28, 2018, 20:34 PM IST

Govt annuls 5th round of coal mines auction on tepid response

The government has annulled the fifth round of coal mines auction due to poor response from bidders.

Aug 07, 2017, 11:09 AM IST

Priorities of coral and coal clash in Aussie Sunshine State

As many Australians grapple with how to save their Great Barrier Reef from global warming, others are preoccupied with building one of the world's biggest coal mines nearby.

May 31, 2017, 14:52 PM IST

China's coal-rich province suspends mines development

The province said it will close down 18 collieries and cut 17 million tonnes of coal production capacity this year.

May 28, 2017, 17:30 PM IST

India needs 4 times defence budget to meet 2020 coal target 

The government has estimated that by the year 2020, India will need 1.5 billion tonnes of coal. But an IndiaSpend analysis of a recent report by Brookings India indicates that even by a generous estimate, the country`s need for coal will not exceed 1.2 billion tonnes over the next four years.
 

Sep 08, 2016, 15:10 PM IST

Coal India Limited's 66 coal mine projects facing delays

State-owned CIL's 66 projects are facing delays due to reasons including land acquisition problem as well as rehabilitation and resettlement issues.

Aug 25, 2016, 17:26 PM IST

CAG picks holes in coal mines auction by NDA govt

The CAG has picked holes in the e-auction of coal mines by the NDA government last year saying multiple bids by corporate groups through joint ventures or subsidiaries did not give an assurance that potential level of competition was achieved in the first two tranches.

Jul 26, 2016, 19:37 PM IST

Government auditor suspects companies rigged 1st e-auction of coal blocks in 2015

Zee Media Bureau

New Delhi: The Comptroller and Auditor General of India suspects manipulation of bids by corporate groups in the auction of coal mines in March 2015.

Jul 26, 2016, 04:57 AM IST

Rs 2,237-crore revenue generated from 74 coal mines: Govt

The government on Monday said a revenue of around Rs 2,237 crore has already been generated till May-end from the allocation of 74 coal mines.

Jul 25, 2016, 15:11 PM IST

NTPC saves Rs 550 crore per month on coal rationalistion, import control

State-owned NTPC has achieved savings of approximately 30 paise per unit -- approximately Rs 550 crore per month -- on account of coal rationalisation and reduction in imports of fossil fuel, Parliament was informed on Monday.

Jul 18, 2016, 15:21 PM IST