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Jun 13, 2025
India revamps rare earth mining rules amid global demand surge
India just tweaked its mining rules to make it easier to find and extract rare earth elements—think neodymium and dysprosium, the stuff that powers everything from smartphones to electric cars. The new guidelines, which kicked in on June 12, are all about tapping into hidden mineral resources while cutting down on imports from China.
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Steps for exploring these minerals
The updated rules lay out clearer steps for exploring these minerals, like using tighter borehole grids for more accurate mapping. This should attract fresh investment in states like Odisha and Madhya Pradesh. Big picture: India wants a bigger role in the global rare earth game, aiming for more self-reliance and maybe even shaking up international supply chains along the way.