The Ministry of Coal, through its PSUs—CIL, NLCIL, and SCCL—is promoting the use of treated mine water for drinking, irrigation, and industrial purposes in line with environmental and water conservation laws. This is done under the Environmental Protection Act (1986), Water Act (1974), and CPCB/SPCB guidelines. PSUs have also created their own standard procedures to ensure safety and effectiveness. For drinking use, treated water undergoes regular testing by accredited labs as per BIS IS 10500:2012, CGWA, and other standards. Treatment processes like sedimentation, filtration, and disinfection are followed before supply. Efforts are underway to expand these initiatives across all coal…
Author: Aruna Sharma
All coal mining operations are conducted with valid statutory clearances such as Environmental Clearance (EC), Forest Clearance (where applicable), Consent to Operate, and Groundwater Clearance. These are granted under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, following the EIA Notification, 2006, and are monitored through regular compliance reports submitted to Pollution Control Boards and MoEF&CC. The clearance process includes a thorough Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and an Environmental Management Plan (EMP), covering air, water, soil, biodiversity, and post-mining restoration. Coal-fired power plants follow a framework of environmental policies and technologies aligned with national sustainability goals to reduce air, water, and soil pollution.…
The National Policy for Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (NPSDE), 2015 envisioned creation of an ecosystem of empowerment by skilling on a large scale at speed with high standards and to promote a culture of innovation-based entrepreneurship which could generate wealth and employment so as to ensure sustainable livelihoods for all citizens in the country. With a view to guide the interventions to realize the vision of NPSDE 2015, an analysis of skilling requirements has been provided in the policy document based on 66th and 68th round of National Sample Survey (NSS) and Census 2011 data. As per the analysis, 298.25…
गोरखपुर लिंक एक्सप्रेसवे पर 1 अगस्त 2025 से टोल टैक्स वसूली शुरू की जाएगी। उत्तर प्रदेश एक्सप्रेसवे औद्योगिक विकास प्राधिकरण (UPEIDA) द्वारा इसके लिए टोल दरों की सूची जारी कर दी गई है। टोल टैक्स दरें (प्रति फेरा): दोपहिया/तीनपहिया वाहन/कानूनी रूप से पंजीकृत ट्रैक्टर: ₹140 कार, जीप, वैन, हल्के मोटर वाहन: ₹285 हल्के व्यवसायिक वाहन, हल्के मालवाहन, मिनी बस: ₹440 बस/ट्रक: ₹840 भारी निर्माण कार्य मशीन (HCM), भू गतिमान उपस्कर (EME), बहुधुरीय वाहन (3–6 धुरीय): ₹1,335 विशाल आकार वाहन (7 या अधिक धुरीय): ₹1,745 छूट और रियायतें: एक ही दिन लौटने पर: वापसी यात्रा के लिए केवल 160% टोल शुल्क…
एनईपी 2020 की पांचवीं वर्षगांठ पर शिक्षा में प्रगति और भविष्य की दिशा 29 जुलाई, 2025 को शिक्षा मंत्रालय द्वारा भारत मंडपम परिसर में राष्ट्रीय शिक्षा नीति (एनईपी) 2020 की 5वीं वर्षगांठ के उपलक्ष्य में अखिल भारतीय शिक्षा समागम (एबीएसएस) 2025 का आयोजन किया जा रहा है। इस एक-दिवसीय विचार-मंथन सत्र का उद्घाटन शिक्षा मंत्री श्री धर्मेंद्र प्रधान करेंगे। एबीएसएस 2025 शिक्षाविदों, नीति निर्माताओं, शिक्षकों, उद्योग विशेषज्ञों और सरकारी प्रतिनिधियों के लिए एक साझा मंच प्रदान करेगा, जहाँ वे एनईपी 2020 के अंतर्गत हुई प्रगति की समीक्षा करेंगे और शिक्षा की आगामी दिशा तय करेंगे। चर्चा का मुख्य उद्देश्य शिक्षा…
Comprehensive studies have been conducted to analyze the presence of trace elements and Rare Earth Elements (REE) in coal by-products and overburden materials across various regions: Singareni Thermal Power Plant (STPP):Fly ash, bottom ash, and overburden clay samples collected from STPP have been analyzed. The results indicate that the total REE content in fly ash and clays is approximately 400 ppm. NLC India Limited, Neyveli:Overburden, lignite, and fly ash samples from Neyveli’s mines and thermal power plants were examined. The fly ash revealed a significant REE concentration of 2100 mg/kg, including both light and heavy REEs, with Yttrium content at…
Coal production in the country has already crossed the 1 Billion Tonnes (BT) in the Financial Year 2024-25, and the coal production target of 1 BT from Coal India Limited (CIL) by 2026-27 has been prepared. The details of coal production/projection of CIL till 2029-30 are given below: – Company/Year Projection Plan 2024-25Actual (Prov). 2025-26Annual Plan Target 2026-27 2027-28 2028-29 2029-30 CIL 781.07 875.00 1004.00 1043.00 1082.00 1131.00 Most of the requirement of coal in the country is met through indigenous coal production. Import of coal mainly consists of essential import like coking coal and higher grade non-coking coal as…
In preparation for the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha 2027, the Ministry of Railways has initiated advance planning, building on insights from the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh 2025. Union Railway Minister Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw and MoS Shri Ravneet Singh Bittu reviewed project plans alongside senior officials. Key Highlights: Enhanced Connectivity: 5 major stations — Nashik Road, Devlali, Odha, Kherwadi, and Kasbe Sukene — will manage the expected 3 crore pilgrims. Infrastructure Boost: ₹1,011 crore allocated for 65 works (33 already sanctioned), including platforms, foot overbridges, stabling lines, and passenger amenities. Special Train Services: Long-distance and MEMU trains to operate from major cities; a special…
Over the past decade, Indian Railways has undertaken large-scale upgradation of tracks to enhance speed potential. Key improvements include 60 kg rails, wider concrete sleepers, long welded rails, H-beam sleepers, and modern maintenance machinery. As a result, the track length supporting higher speeds has increased significantly between 2014 and 2025: Sectional Speed (kmph) 2014 (Track Km) % 2025 (Track Km) % Below 110 47,897 60.4 22,862 21.6 110–130 26,409 33.3 59,800 56.6 130 & above 5,036 6.3 23,010 21.8 Total 79,342 100 1,05,672 100 The Vande Bharat trains, operating at up to 160 kmph, reflect these improvements. The prototype of…
The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has undertaken several projects to develop Inland Water Transport (IWT) infrastructure in Uttar Pradesh, aimed at enhancing connectivity, reducing logistics costs, promoting sustainable transport, and boosting river cruise tourism. The economic impact of these projects includes the creation of an alternative mode of transport, reduced carbon emissions, increased tourism potential, and overall logistical efficiency. Completed IWT Projects in Uttar Pradesh Sl. No. Name of Sub Project Cost (Rs. Cr.) 1. Development of Multimodal Terminal at Varanasi 182.33 2. Development of 11 Community Jetties in Varanasi, Chandauli, Ghazipur & Ballia 17.00 3. Installation of…