Law Updates

The Ministry of Mines has issued the Minerals (Other than Atomic and Hydro Carbons Energy Minerals) Concession (Amendment) Rules, 2025, effective from July 21, 2025. These updated mining rules bring several changes to improve mineral regulation in India. Rule 44 removes clause (ia), and Rule 45 includes new minerals like Zirconium, Caesium, and Rubidium for pricing and reporting. The Indian Bureau of Mines will now publish the average sale price of Rubidium based on global data and RBI’s exchange rates. Rule 67 shifts authority from State to Central Government for certain mineral matters and changes references to the “Atomic Minerals Directorate.” Rule 68 clarifies legal wording and gives more control to the Central Government. These mining regulation amendments help align Indian mining laws with global standards and support better resource management. This change enhances transparency and ensures accurate mineral pricing, helping attract more investment in India's mining sector.