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Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha Appointed as Additional Charge CMD of NLC India Limited

Newsmantra — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 06:01:14 +0000

NEW DELHI. Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha, IAS, Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Coal, Government of India, has been officially entrusted with the additional charge of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of NLC India Limited (NLCIL). A distinguished officer of the Indian Administrative Service, Shri Jha brings a wealth of administrative expertise and an in-depth understanding of the coal and energy sectors to his new role. His extensive background in strategic planning, policy formulation, and governance is expected to significantly drive NLCIL’s continuous transformation into a highly diversified energy leader with expanding operations spanning mining, thermal power generation, and renewable energy.

The Board of Directors, employees, and stakeholders of NLC India Limited have warmly welcomed Shri Jha at a critical juncture as the company pursues an ambitious, nationwide growth roadmap under implementation. Under his guided leadership, the company remains highly confident in accelerating its key strategic initiatives, including digital transformation, capacity expansion, operational efficiency, and a stronger push into clean, renewable energy. With his rich governance background steering the organization, NLCIL is well-positioned to achieve higher benchmarks of operational excellence and sustainable growth, contributing meaningfully to the future of India’s energy security.

Shri G. Kishan Reddy Commends MCL’s Female Rescue Team

Newsmantra — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:59:52 +0000

SAMBALPUR. The Union Minister of Coal and Mines, Shri G. Kishan Reddy, interacted with the pathbreaking Female Rescue Team of Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) during his one-day visit to Bhubaneswar, Odisha. He lauded their courage and professionalism, encouraging them to set new benchmarks in mine safety. During the visit, the Minister will also chair critical review meetings to assess the progress of the coal and mining sectors, focusing on strategic growth and development with key stakeholders.

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NTPC Mining Surpasses GoI Target of 44 MMT Coal Production in FY 2025-26.

Newsmantra — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 12:40:41 +0000

NEW DELHI. NTPC Mining Limited (NML), a wholly-owned subsidiary of NTPC Limited, on April 1, 2026 marks a significant milestone with the transfer of all mining assets of NTPC Limited to NML, establishing it as a full-fledged dedicated mining company with a focus on securing India’s energy future and marching towards Atmanirbhar Bharat.

India Hits One-Billion-Tonne Coal Production Milestone for Second Consecutive Year

Newsmantra — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:14:34 +0000

NEW DELHI. India has successfully surpassed the one-billion-tonne coal production milestone for the second year in a row, significantly boosting the country’s energy security and self-reliance. The Ministry of Coal stated that this achievement ensures an uninterrupted fuel supply to key industries and allows thermal power plants to maintain record-high stock levels to meet rising electricity demands. Aligned with the “Viksit Bharat 2047” vision, the Ministry remains committed to a performance-driven ecosystem and proactive policy interventions to build a resilient energy framework and drive sustainable economic growth.

Shri Ashutosh Dwivedi Takes over as Director (Technical/Operations), Northern Coalfields

Newsmantra — Tue, 03 Feb 2026 07:06:54 +0000

NEW DELHI. Shri Ashutosh Dwivedi, Director (Technical/Project & Planning), has assumed the additional charge of Director (Technical/Operations), Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), following the retirement of Shri S P Singh. Shri Dwivedi, with his extensive experience in project planning and technical management, is expected to steer operational excellence at NCL, optimize production workflows, and strengthen the company’s overall technical capabilities.