India will auction offshore mineral blocks, including gold and lithium, to boost domestic supply and reduce imports.

India plans to auction offshore mineral blocks, including gold, diamonds, and rare earth elements, within two to three months to boost domestic supply and reduce mineral imports. The government amended the Offshore Areas Mineral Act to enable these auctions. Additionally, exploration of lithium reserves in Jammu and Kashmir and Argentina is underway, aiming to strengthen India's position in the global energy transition market.

November 14, 2024
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