MMDR Bill

Rajya Sabha passes Mines Bill

The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2015, seeking to introduce the system of auction of mines to enhance transparency in mineral allocations was passed in Rajya Sabha on Friday.

Mar 20, 2015, 12:32 PM IST

Cabinet approves ordinance for mines auction

The Cabinet on Monday approved an ordinance for auction of iron ore and other minerals, yet again opting the emergency route that was adopted for coal, insurance and land acquisition reforms.

Jan 05, 2015, 21:35 PM IST

Govt to take a view on lapsed MMDR Bill

The Bill envisaged introduction of competitive bidding process to encourage the participation of private parties in the sector.

Jun 10, 2014, 17:55 PM IST