May 31, 2018 Kyrgyz Republic former PM who signed deal with Centerra charged with corruption It’s rumoured that Sapar Isakov's charges may put a pact ending long-dragged disputes between the Asian country and the Canadian miner in jeopardy.
May 30, 2018 Electric vehicles on the road to triple by 2020 — IEA The number of electric cars, including battery-electric, plug-in hybrid electric and fuel cell electric passenger light-duty vehicles, increased by 57% in 2017 from the previous year.
May 30, 2018 Here’s what miners are getting wrong when it comes to digital transformation While the global mining industry is quickly becoming more digitally mature, that transformation continues to focus on productivity and profitability, rather than on much needed innovation, a new study shows.
May 29, 2018 India seeks gold, diamond mining rights in Russia India seeks to import gold and diamonds for value-addition before exporting them.
May 29, 2018 Copper supply shock hits India as top plant ordered to close About 13 people died at the site last week after police opened fire as locals protested against alleged pollution.
May 29, 2018 China is said to mull more US coal imports to cut deficit Chinese officials are currently looking at boosting purchases from West Virginia in particular.
May 29, 2018 Australia’s Galaxy Resources to sell tenements in Argentina to POSCO for $280 mln The land is located in the northern area of the giant Salar del Hombre Muerto salt flat.
May 28, 2018 Billionaire’s battered miner may face investor, political unrest A combination of bad news across its operating industries has made Vedanta one of the biggest losers this year among the 10-member S&P BSE India Metal Index.
May 28, 2018 Vedanta’s troubles worsen as Indian state orders permanent closure of smelter Deadly protests last week over alleged pollution from the Tuticorin smelter have prolonged a shutdown of the 400,000 tonnes-a-year operation. This time it seems to be forever.
May 25, 2018 Vedanta sticks with plan to expand Indian smelter despite deadly protests A company executive says Vedanta is not looking to set up plant elsewhere.
Copper poised for best year since 2009 after December surge All six base metals on the LME are headed for annual gains in a year that’s seen an array of supply-side pressures. December 24, 2025 | 10:11 am