By गाँव कनेक्शन
As India gradually proceeds to switch to more sustainable energy alternatives, coal mine workers are at a high risk of losing their jobs in the process. A study aimed at assessing their employment preferences has revealed that agriculture is not the most sought after occupation amongst such workers. Details here.
As India gradually proceeds to switch to more sustainable energy alternatives, coal mine workers are at a high risk of losing their jobs in the process. A study aimed at assessing their employment preferences has revealed that agriculture is not the most sought after occupation amongst such workers. Details here.
By Brijendra Dubey
The 17-day long ordeal is over and the 41 trapped construction workers have walked free. This was made possible by the ‘expert’ skills of rat-hole miners who are often found to be employed in illegal coal mining. They share their first-hand experiences with Gaon Connection.
The 17-day long ordeal is over and the 41 trapped construction workers have walked free. This was made possible by the ‘expert’ skills of rat-hole miners who are often found to be employed in illegal coal mining. They share their first-hand experiences with Gaon Connection.
By Nidhi Jamwal
Of the total Rs 32,550 crore mining fund — officially known as the District Mineral Foundation — collected by all the mining states in the country, Jharkhand has the second highest. But, almost 55 per cent of the sanctioned fund remains unutilised in the state.
Of the total Rs 32,550 crore mining fund — officially known as the District Mineral Foundation — collected by all the mining states in the country, Jharkhand has the second highest. But, almost 55 per cent of the sanctioned fund remains unutilised in the state.
By Mithilesh Dhar
On Oct 6, the dyke of a fly ash pond at a power plant of the NTPC in Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh breached, causing spillage in several acres of land
On Oct 6, the dyke of a fly ash pond at a power plant of the NTPC in Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh breached, causing spillage in several acres of land
By गाँव कनेक्शन
All coal mines in Korba, one of the top coal producers in India, are expected to shut down by 2050. The industry in the district employs one in five workers, most of them falling in the informal sector. Poor socio-economic status and high dependence on the coal economy leave them highly vulnerable to the unplanned closure of mines. iFOREST researchers suggest ways to tackle upcoming challenges.
All coal mines in Korba, one of the top coal producers in India, are expected to shut down by 2050. The industry in the district employs one in five workers, most of them falling in the informal sector. Poor socio-economic status and high dependence on the coal economy leave them highly vulnerable to the unplanned closure of mines. iFOREST researchers suggest ways to tackle upcoming challenges.
By Mithilesh Dhar
The top court has sought a response by Nov 20. On Oct 6, the dyke of a fly ash pond at a power plant of the NTPC in Singrauli had breached causing spillage in several acres of land
The top court has sought a response by Nov 20. On Oct 6, the dyke of a fly ash pond at a power plant of the NTPC in Singrauli had breached causing spillage in several acres of land
By गाँव कनेक्शन
In order to discuss the key recommendations of the IPCC report, a virtual seminar was organised in which experts mentioned that coal-based power generation will no longer be feasible by 2030 as renewable sources will have to be exploited to meet the country's energy needs. More details here.
In order to discuss the key recommendations of the IPCC report, a virtual seminar was organised in which experts mentioned that coal-based power generation will no longer be feasible by 2030 as renewable sources will have to be exploited to meet the country's energy needs. More details here.
By Mithilesh Dhar
Dhanbad, Bokaro, Singrauli ... the coal mines are mining miseries for people living close to them
Dhanbad, Bokaro, Singrauli ... the coal mines are mining miseries for people living close to them
By गाँव कनेक्शन
Earlier, Gaon Connection had reported on the families of some of these workers who belonged to Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh and awaited the rescue of their breadwinners. After 17 days of surviving in the tunnel, the workers are expected to come out today and will be sent for medical examination. Details here.
Earlier, Gaon Connection had reported on the families of some of these workers who belonged to Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh and awaited the rescue of their breadwinners. After 17 days of surviving in the tunnel, the workers are expected to come out today and will be sent for medical examination. Details here.
By Nidhi Jamwal
Adivasi communities may be unlettered but they have ancient wisdom and traditional knowledge that can put development pundits to shame. But, on these rich lands — with finite wealth of coal, sponge iron, bauxite, aluminium, and several other minerals – live some of the poorest people. Laws such as the FRA, 2006, and the PESA Act, 1996 need effective implementation.
Adivasi communities may be unlettered but they have ancient wisdom and traditional knowledge that can put development pundits to shame. But, on these rich lands — with finite wealth of coal, sponge iron, bauxite, aluminium, and several other minerals – live some of the poorest people. Laws such as the FRA, 2006, and the PESA Act, 1996 need effective implementation.