The India–UK Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory

Source: PIBSubject: International Organisation Context: The India and the United Kingdom formally launched the Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO) in New Delhi. The India–UK Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory About The India–UK Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory: What It Is? The Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO) is a specialized, …

Critical minerals are a strategic asset

 Syllabus: Energy Source:  IE Context: India’s push for clean energy, electronics, and strategic technologies has placed critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, and rare earths at the center of policy discourse. The National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) and recent export restrictions by China have highlighted India’s vulnerability and the need for self-reliance. About Critical minerals are …

National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM)

Source:  ETE Context: The Ministry of Mines has issued guidelines for establishing Centres of Excellence (CoEs) under the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) to accelerate research, innovation, and extraction technologies in critical minerals. About National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM): What it is? The National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) is a flagship initiative launched to ensure …

National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM)

Source:  The Print Context: The Union Cabinet, has approved the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) with an expenditure of ₹16,300 crore and an additional ₹18,000 crore investment from PSUs. About National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM): What is the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM)? The National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) is a strategic initiative designed to …