Rare earth elements found in Singrauli coalfields; extraction viability under study, Coal minister G Kishan Reddy tells Parliament

Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy on Monday informed Parliament that promising reserves of rare earth elements (REE) have been discovered in the Singrauli coalfields of Madhya Pradesh, following detailed research and appraisal by Coal India Ltd (CIL).REEs — including elements like scandium and yttrium — are essential components in clean energy systems, electronics,…

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‘Don’t resign under pressure….’: TCS layoffs opposed by IT employee unions; IT giant to sack 12,000 employees

TCS is now facing opposition from IT sector employee organisations following their announcement of workforce reduction. (AI image) TCS layoffs are being opposed by IT sector employee unions, with the latter seeking withdrawal of the move. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), India’s biggest IT services firm, on Sunday announced plans to lay off over 12,000 employees,…

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India-US trade deal: India treads cautiously after Trump’s trade agreements with Japan, others face challenges – here’s what’s happening

India-US trade deal: India would prioritise national interests over meeting deadlines in trade negotiations. (AI image) India-US trade deal: India is exercising caution in its trade negotiations with the US. This careful approach stems from complications in America’s recent agreement with Japan, alongside ongoing difficulties in finalising deals announced by President Donald Trump with Indonesia…

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Gold price prediction: What’s the gold rate outlook for July 28, 2025 week – should you buy or sell?

Gold price prediction: Gold prices edged lower last week after briefly touching the ₹1 lakh mark domestically. (AI image) Gold price prediction today: Gold prices are likely to trade sideways as the safe haven appeal of the yellow metal somewhat diminishes with the US sealing trade deals with many countries. Manav Modi, Senior Analyst, Commodity…

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‘Reached a deal…’: US President Donald Trump announces 15% tariffs on EU; calls it ‘good deal for everybody’ after talks with EU chief

Donald Trump trade deals (AI image) US-EU trade deal: US President Donald Trump on Sunday said that America and the European Union have ‘reached a deal’ on trade. Under the US-EU trade deal, America will impose a 15% tariff rate on products coming into the country from EU. “We have reached a deal. It’s a…

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Lenskart IPO: Shareholders approve Rs 2,150 crore initial public offering; DRHP filing likely soon, says report

Lenskart is moving closer to its much-anticipated stock market debut, with shareholders formally approving its initial public offering plans at the company’s annual general meeting held on Saturday. The omnichannel eyewear firm plans to raise Rs 2,150 crore ($250 million) as part of the public issue, which could reach up to $1 billion in total…

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Air corridor opens: Russia starts direct flights from Moscow to North Korea’s Pyongyang; ties take off with monthly operations confirmed

Russia’s Nordwind Airlines Boeing 777-200ER takes-off for the first flight connecting Moscow and Pyongyang at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo International Airport. (Picture credit: AP) Russia has started direct commercial flights between Moscow and Pyongyang, marking a significant expansion in its relations with North Korea. The first flight, operated by Nordwind Airlines, departed from Moscow’s Sheremetyevo airport at…

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