Sand is a non-negotiable resource for the construction sector and, interestingly, is classified as the fourth most important ‘minor’ mineral by the mines ministry. Sand availability was a problem at different points of time in the past few years but 2017 was perhaps the worst year with a series of sand mining restrictions across several states due to non-compliance with environment norms.

Around a year back it was, that, while reviewing the pace of reforms in the mining regulations, we wrote, that 'Indian Mining comes of age'. Perhaps we spoke too much, and too soon.

The mining sector, in many countries, has been resilient despite the global financial crisis, and has contributed substantially towards the recovery of their economies. Can India now follow the footsteps of other countries? Explores ICR cover story.

The gypsum demand-supply deficit in India will cumulatively widen to nearly 105 million tonnes from 2017-2031, creating a lucrative market for Omani gypsum, says Ramachandran, Director, Zawawi Gypsum LLC.

India´s mining industry is growing by leaps and bounds. According to government data, in the year 2015-16, the country´s mining sector output recorded a growth of 9 per cent.

It has been said that value can only be created from the Earth´s crust or from human intellect, and that most of the times, these two elements come together to create products that we need.

The conflicting challenges that the mining sector faces have fuelled the opposition against various projects. As a result, it is necessary to carry out constructive discussions with all stakeholders on the various issues and concerns over mining.

The most debated Real Estate Bill has finally become a law. Now the states will have to support the enactment by ratifying it. The Real Estate Regulatory Bill will safeguard the rights of consumers against delays in completion of housing projects, industry body CII

The report estimates and forecasts overall Saudi Arabia Construction Equipment market by revenue, by types of construction equipment and end user applications such energy, metal and mining, and construction.