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California built Shasta Dam in the 1940s, but the project flooded Kennett, a copper-mining town that now lies beneath Lake Shasta

Once a bustling northern California mining hub, Kennett was swallowed by the depths of Shasta Lake following the construction of the Shasta Dam. This ambitious federal project aimed at water management inundated the town, which thrived on copper mining and railroads. Today, only historical accounts and the lake itself hint…

The Times of India

In 2008, Spain began filling 300-metre-deep coal mine with 547 billion litres of water; four years later, the site looked nothing like it once did

A vast open-pit coal mine in As Pontes, Spain, has been transformed into a large artificial lake. Engineers filled the enormous excavation with billions of litres of water over four years. This ambitious project created a lake, beach, and nature trails, repurposing the landscape. The former industrial site now serves…

The Economic Times

Kazakhstan offers tax amnesty as it seeks to bring billions in crypto and digital assets home

Astana has introduced tax incentives and regulatory reforms to encourage crypto investors to move their digital assets onto domestic licensed platforms, hoping to revive an industry that largely left after a post-mining-boom halt.

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Inside Koraput and Rayagada: The Tribal Villages of Southern Odisha That Time Has Not Erased

The road does not prepare youThe last stretch into Koraput comes through hills that fold into each other like something breathing. There are no billboards. The trees are sal and teak, and the light through them is the particular green that exists only in places where the canopy has not…

Times Life

Barrick Clears IPO Obstacle, But the $1.95 Billion Price Could Be a 'Little Too Low'

Barrick Mining (NYSE:B) has settled its outstanding dispute with Newmont (NYSE:NEM) regarding the Nevada Gold Mines (NGM) joint venture. After prolonged negotiations, two leading gold miners have settled on $1.95 billion.

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One man spent decades transforming a Kenyan quarry left barren by limestone mining into a thriving wildlife sanctuary filled with forests, wetlands and wildlife

A landscape near Mombasa, Kenya, once looked almost impossible to restore. Decades of limestone quarrying had left the ground hard, hot and largely devoid of vegetation, while salty groundwater made growing plants even more difficult. Then Dr René Haller, a Swiss-born naturalist and agronomist working with Bamburi Cement, began an…

The Times of India

Hindustan Copper eyes Chile mines, plans concentrate sales to Hindalco, Adani

Hindustan Copper plans to sell copper concentrate from acquired mines to Hindalco and Adani. The company is also discussing a joint venture with Chile's Codelco for mining operations. India's mines secretary confirmed discussions for four copper mining blocks from Codelco. Due diligence is ongoing for a potential joint venture with…

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India's future nuclear fleet may need 5,400 tonnes uranium annually; domestic supply meets about 30%: Parliamentary panel

India’s nuclear expansion could sharply raise uranium demand, with PHWRs alone expected to require around 5,400 tonnes of uranium oxide annually. A Parliamentary Committee flagged that domestic production currently meets only 30% of this requirement and urged faster mining, strategic stockpiles, overseas sourcing and clearer timelines to secure long-term fuel…

The Economic Times

Investigation raises alarm over uranium in DRC cobalt shipments to China

An investigation by Lighthouse Reports, The Financial Times and Le Monde traces the possible export of uranium from the Democratic Republic of Congo back to a confidential International Atomic Energy Agency memo obtained in 2024. Chinese mining group CMOC, which owns the main site examined in Katanga, disputes the findings.

Radio France Internationale

Afghanistan's gold rush upends lives and landscapes

SHIWA MINE, Afghanistan - In Afghanistan's northeastern Badakhshan province, dozens of excavators operate day and night to extract gold from the mountains where villagers and their livestock once roamed.

Bangkok Post

Afghanistan’s gold rush leaves a trail of dust, damage and lost farmland

Gold mining operations in Afghanistan's Badakhshan province are causing significant environmental degradation. Villagers report polluted rivers and loss of farmland due to extensive excavation. Thousands of miners are working in the Shiwa area, extracting gold for investors nationwide. The Taliban authorities have expanded the mining sector to boost state revenue.…

The Economic Times

India's Golden Mahseer Is Critically Endangered: What Is Killing Uttarakhand's Freshwater Giant

The Fish That Ruled India's RiversTor putitora, the golden mahseer, can reach 2.75 metres in length and weigh over 54 kg, making it one of the largest freshwater fish in Asia. It belongs to the cyprinid family, the same broad group as carp, but there is nothing ordinary about it.…

Times Life

Element 23: the data centre metal you've never heard of

As the mining industry elite took turns showcasing their strength, a modest contender stepped up with an interesting option to power Australia's AI evolution.

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Call for 'give and take' as BHP staff dispute flares up

A weekend of strikes has hit the world's largest bulk iron ore export operation during a drawn-out dispute over wages for workers.

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Mining project near India's first marine sanctuary, national park in Gujarat gets nod

A bauxite and marl mining initiative has secured essential clearance close to Gujarat's important marine conservation zones. Nestled several kilometers away from the country's inaugural marine wildlife sanctuary, the project is situated near diverse coral reefs and vital ecosystems. The expert appraisal committee recommended approval, contingent on strict environmental guidelines.…

The Times of India

China controls about 80% of the tungsten market; a Nevada company says it has found 1.78 million tonnes, but NASA is blocking mining on part of the site

A potentially enormous tungsten resource has been identified beneath the Nevada desert, but a NASA land restriction could prevent the company behind the project from fully exploring or developing it.

The Times of India

In 1969, an Australian pilot leased a coral island left barren by guano mining; he flew in drums of water for early plantings, helping begin a 50-year ecological recovery

Once a barren coral cay, Lady Elliot Island has undergone a remarkable transformation into a flourishing ecosystem. Following extensive guano mining that damaged its delicate environment, pilot Don Adams spearheaded a critical restoration initiative, planting thousands of native trees. This sustained effort revitalized local wildlife and enhanced the reef's biodiversity.…

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Quant Small Cap Fund adds SBI Funds Management, Caliber Mining and 11 others in July

Quant Small Cap Fund added 13 stocks in July, including SBI Funds Management, Caliber Mining and Hexaware Technologies. The fund exited four stocks and reduced exposure to seven others, while increasing holdings in 10 stocks. Its portfolio rose to 106 stocks from 97 in June, with AUM at Rs 34,069…

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In 2008, Spain began filling a 300-metre-deep coal mine with 547 billion litres of water; four years later, it became one of the country’s largest artificial lakes

A vast Spanish coal mine pit was transformed into a large artificial lake. Engineers filled the enormous hole with approximately 547 billion litres of water. This process took over four years to complete, creating a new natural habitat. The lake now features a sandy beach and nature trails, earning eco-label…

The Times of India

Spain's blood-red Río Tinto river is as acidic as vinegar, and Nasa says it could help scientists find life on Mars

The Río Tinto in Spain captivates with its vivid red and orange colors, a result of both its ancient geology and extensive mining activities. In this caustic environment, specialized microorganisms flourish by harnessing energy from iron and sulfur compounds. Over millennia, mining has intensified these natural chemical reactions, further enhancing…

Times Life

India's Beloved Mahseer Fish Is Vanishing From Its Rivers and Conservation Is Running Out of Time

A Fish That Held Sacred Status for CenturiesThe golden mahseer, Tor putitora, can grow to over 2.5 metres in length and weigh upward of 54 kilograms, numbers that sound implausible until you see one held up in a black-and-white photograph from the Ramganga or the Cauvery, dwarfing the men around…

The Economic Times

Trump administration to back three mineral projects with $58 million in financing

The US Export-Import Bank is lending fifty-eight million dollars to three critical mineral companies. This funding aims to reduce reliance on Chinese supplies and boost domestic mining operations. Westwater Resources will receive twenty-five million dollars for its graphite mine and processing facility. Global Advanced Metals gets twenty-five million dollars for…

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Stocks Settle Higher as a Weak Jobs Report Allays Rate Hike Fears

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) closed up +0.62% on Friday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.28%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +1.19%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) rose +0.55%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures...

Newcastle Herald

Bursting bubble or new dawn? What One Nation's rise means for Hunter politics

'If the tide is big enough, people will be washed out with it.'

The Economic Times

Trump to host mining CEOs as administration seeks minerals for defense supply chains

The White House needs critical minerals to replenish weapons stockpiles depleted during the Iran conflict and reduce U.S. dependence on Chinese supply chains.

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