Ministry of Coal

November 1, 2026 11:29 AM

India’s Coal Imports Decline 5.83% in August 2026

India’s coal imports declined by 5.83 per cent in August 2026, falling to 104.57 million tonnes (MT) from 111.05 MT in the corresponding month last year, according to the Ministry of Coal. The country imported 6.48 MT less coal in August compared to the same month in 2025. The decline reflects efforts to boost domestic coal production, improve availability and reduce dependence on imported fuel. Coal imports by power plants fell by 6.39 per cent, from 22.77 MT in August 2025 to 21.32 MT in A...

September 30, 2026 3:10 PM

India Mining Week 2026 Brings 19 Countries Together for Global Collaboration

India Mining Week 2026 has stepped up its international outreach with an interaction involving representatives of diplomatic missions from 19 countries, focusing on investment opportunities, critical minerals, technology and greater global participation in India’s mining and minerals sector. The international outreach interaction, titled ‘India Mining: Global Connect’, was organised as part of the build-up to India Mining Week 2026, scheduled to be held from November 15 to 17 at Yasho...

September 22, 2026 2:21 PM

Coal India’s Annual CSR Spending Touches Nearly Rs. 1,000 Crore; Rs. 7,276 Crore Spent on CSR Since FY 2014-15

Coal India Limited (CIL) has consistently exceeded its statutory Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) obligations, spending Rs. 7,276 crore against the mandated Rs. 5,795 crore between FY 2014-15 and FY 2025-26. The annual CSR outlay, which was once around Rs. 500 crore, has steadily increased to nearly Rs. 1,000 crore, placing CIL among the country’s major corporate CSR spenders. CIL spends at least 80 per cent of its annual CSR allocation within a 25-km radius of its mines and establishmen...

September 8, 2026 1:00 PM

Seven applications received in first round of Rs 37,500 crore coal gasification scheme

India's coal gasification programme has received a major boost, with seven applications submitted in the first round of the Centre's Rs 37,500 crore Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects. The applications have come from leading industrial companies and public sector undertakings, including Adani Enterprises Limited, NTPC Limited, Talcher Fertilisers Limited, Gallantt Ispat Limited and Shyam Sel & Power Limited. Adani Enterprises has submitted three separate app...

June 9, 2026 12:05 PM

India set to launch Coal Exchanges under new regulatory framework

The government has paved the way for the establishment of Coal Exchanges in India, marking a significant step towards modernising the country's coal supply chain and creating a transparent, market-driven trading ecosystem, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday. The Ministry of Coal said the recently enacted Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2025 introduced the concept of a Mineral Exchange and empowered the Central Government to facilitate transparent...

April 16, 2026 12:51 PM

Ministry of coal to launch 15th round of commercial coal mine auctions on April 17

The Ministry of Coal will launch the 15th round of commercial coal mine auctions on April 17, alongside a stakeholder consultation in Mumbai, as part of efforts to boost domestic coal production and strengthen energy security. The consultation, themed "Atmanirbhar Bharat: Coal for Energy Security," will bring together key stakeholders from across the sector. Coal Secretary Vikram Dev Dutt will attend the event as the chief guest, according to an official statement. The upcoming auction round w...

October 28, 2025 2:27 PM

Ministry of Coal to launch 14th Round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions and Digital Portals

The Ministry of Coal is set to launch the 14th round of commercial coal mine auctions on October 29 in New Delhi, marking another step towards enhancing transparency and self-reliance in India’s coal sector. Union Minister for Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy will preside over the event as the chief guest. The commercial coal mine auction initiative, introduced in 2020 under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has attracted wide industry participation over the years. It has played a...

March 24, 2025 8:10 PM

Govt auctions 12 coal mines, projected to yield annual revenue of ₹3,330 crore

The Ministry of Coal has successfully auctioned 12 coal mines, including eight fully explored and four partially explored mines across five states, according to an official statement issued on Monday. The newly auctioned mines are expected to generate an annual revenue of ₹3,330 crore (excluding partially explored mines) and attract a capital investment of approximately ₹2,319 crore. Additionally, these mines are projected to create 20,902 employment opportunities, significantly contributin...

December 19, 2024 4:43 PM

India’s coal imports decline amid surge in domestic production

India’s coal imports dropped by 3.1% during the April-October period of FY 2024-25, falling to 149.39 million tonnes (MT) from 154.17 MT in the same period last year, according to a statement released by the Ministry of Coal on Thursday. The non-regulated sector (excluding power) saw an even sharper decline in imports, registering an 8.8% decrease during the same period. Despite a 3.87% growth in coal-based power generation between April and October 2024 compared to the previous year, import...

November 27, 2024 3:37 PM

Centre completes auction of 9 coal mines, to yield Rs 1,446 crore annual revenue

The Ministry of Coal announced on Wednesday that it has successfully auctioned 9 mines as part of the 10th round of commercial coal mine auctions. These mines are expected to generate an annual revenue of around Rs 1,446 crore (excluding partially explored mines). They are also likely to attract a capital investment of around Rs 2,115 crore and create 19,063 employment opportunities, the ministry said. The nine mines hold a combined geological reserve of approximately 3,998.73 million tonnes. ...