May 9, 2026

supply chain security

Govt to auction 19 critical mineral blocks in seventh tranche as focus sharpens on supply security – The Times of India

Govt to auction 19 critical mineral blocks in seventh tranche as focus sharpens on supply security – The Times of India

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The government will launch the seventh tranche of auctions for critical and strategic minerals on Monday, putting 19 blocks on offer across multiple states as part of efforts to strengthen domestic resource security.The move comes as India seeks to boost self-reliance in clean energy, advanced technologies, fertilisers and other strategic sectors amid global supply-chain disruptions,…

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US plans billion stockpile to cut China dependence; rare earth security becomes strategic priority – The Times of India

US plans $12 billion stockpile to cut China dependence; rare earth security becomes strategic priority – The Times of India

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The United States is preparing to launch a $12 billion critical minerals stockpile initiative aimed at reducing dependence on China for rare earths and other strategic resources, according to a White House official, as Washington intensifies efforts to secure supply chains for key industries, AFP reported.The project is expected to combine about $1.7 billion in…

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‘Speculation behind India not participating in Pax Silica’: US explains trade separate from supply chain security; Helberg to attend Delhi summit – The Times of India

‘Speculation behind India not participating in Pax Silica’: US explains trade separate from supply chain security; Helberg to attend Delhi summit – The Times of India

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NEW DELHI: The United States on Wednesday said India was not excluded from its newly launched Pax Silica technology initiative due to political or trade tensions, asserting that New Delhi remains a “highly strategic potential partner” in supply chain security efforts.Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg dismissed speculation linking India’s absence from…

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