Four of the world’s leading mining associations—representing 86 companies operating 700 mines across 60 countries—are developing a responsible mining code to define one minimum global standard for the ...

At the centre of the dispute is a proposed redefinition of the ecologically sensitive Aravalli range, which activists warn could allow swathes of the hills to be opened up for mining and construction.

In Kingston, Jamaica, by secret ballot, an election was held earlier this month. The lands whose governance was at stake are vaster than any nation, and it’s possible the consequences of the vote will ...

The Centre’s new definition of the Aravalli hills will be applied only to mining and not other sectors, including real estate or development projects, Union environment minister Bhupender Yadav said ...

Asserting that the new and controversial definition of the Aravalli hills is applicable only for mining purposes, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Monday said that just 277.89 sq km, ...

Illegal mining can lead to irreversible damage: SC extends stay on Aravalli hills definition A Bench led by CJI Surya Kant said it would constitute an expert committee of domain experts to undertake ...

Court recalls earlier order, asks for names of eminent environmental and forest experts to re-examine mining impact The Supreme Court on Wednesday sought suggestions on the names of eminent ...

SC hearing on Aravalli Mining LIVE: The Supreme Court on Monday put on stay its previous order on new definition of Aravalli Hills, and also ordered for a new expert panel to examine the issue. The ...

The Supreme Court on Tuesday continued its stay in the December 29 order. The Bench asked senior advocate K. Parameshwar, to prepare a detailed note on the issue within four weeks. The SC also took an ...