Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: Business Line Context: India has successfully extracted lithium from the mineral concentrate on a laboratory scale. The country has demonstrated its capability to develop technologies for the beneficiation of lithium ore to lithium mineral concentrate. The processing and refining methods for lithium ore can vary depending on the type of …
Facts for Prelims (FFP) Source: DTE Context: French minerals company has acquired 80% of British Lithium, a UK-based startup extracting lithium in Cornwall (England). The partnership aims to develop a mine capable of producing 20,000 tonnes of lithium carbonate per year, enough to power 500,000 EVs annually. How can India secure its position on …
GS Paper 3 Syllabus: Environment Conservation Source: The Hindu Editorial section Context: India has grossly underestimated the issue of illegal mining, which damages the environment and causes revenue loss. Direction: Just go through the article once, to understand the issue. Can note a few points. Status: Demand for minor minerals such as sand and …
