West Bengal to host ‘Business and Industry’ Conclave: Event likely later this year; things to know

West Bengal is set to host a ‘Business and Industry Conclave’ after the Puja festivities, aiming to accelerate industrialization before the upcoming assembly elections. The state-level investment and synergy committee is preparing the roadmap, focusing on growth potential and employment. In the last three months, the committee has cleared proposals for 3,165 projects across various…

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Securing critical minerals: India eyes rare earths from Australia; move to counter China’s export curbs

India and Australia are engaged in discussions regarding rare earth minerals, prompted by global concerns over potential supply shortages due to China’s export restrictions. These talks extend to copper, with interest from both private and public sectors in India, particularly given existing smelter capacity and investments. China’s dominance in magnet processing significantly impacts India’s automotive…

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