MMDR Amendment Bill to ensure long-term stability, boost investment in mining sector

August 15, 2026 12:50 PM

MMDR Amendment Bill to ensure long-term stability, boost investment in mining sector

The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, passed by both Houses of Parliament on August 13, seeks to bring greater stability, certainty and predictability to India’s major minerals sector and encourage investment in mining. The amendment to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 is aimed at creating a more stable fiscal regime for the sector while supporting the government’s objectives of Atmanirbhar Bharat and the broader vision of Vik...

Parliament’s Monsoon Session ends amid disruptions

August 13, 2026 5:43 PM

Parliament’s Monsoon Session ends amid disruptions

Marred by repeated protests and disruptions, the Monsoon Session of Parliament concluded on Thursday, with both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die after 19 sittings spread over 25 calendar days. The session, which began on July 20, was marked by frequent disruptions and limited legislative debate. Despite the disorder, Parliament passed several key Bills, although many were cleared without substantive discussion. During the session, 11 Bills were introduced in the Lok Sabha and t...