Lok Sabha passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, curbing states' powers to impose taxes and cess on mineral rights, with mining minister G Kishan Reddy citing the need for a uniform fiscal framework. RSP MP Premachandran N K opposed the move as unconstitutional, arguing land taxation is exclusively a state subject.

The Centre has launched a new bill to limit state taxation on mineral rights, aiming to centralize authority over selected mineral-rich areas. This legislation seeks to ensure a…

Government introduces a bill in Lok Sabha to amend mining regulations, limiting state taxes on mineral rights for economic stability.

The central government is poised to restrict state authority concerning taxation on mining activities. This initiative aims to enhance the national viability of mining operations,…

The Centre has proposed limiting states powers to impose taxes, cess and other levies on mineral rights and mineral-bearing land, seeking a more uniform fiscal framework and lower…

The Lok Sabha passed a bill to amend mining regulations. This legislation prevents states from imposing additional taxes on mineral rights. It also shifts control of…

Lok Sabha passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, curbing states' powers to impose taxes and cess on mineral rights, with mining minister…

Parliament has approved the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026. This legislation aims to enhance mineral exploration and development across…

Kerala will oppose federal amendments to the Mines and Minerals Act. The state argues these changes erode constitutional powers and cause revenue losses. Federal legislation…

The new MMDR bill protects the mining industry, but it must not overlook underlying concerns of welfare and fiscal federalism