India Dives Deeper: Govt Fast-Tracks Deep Sea Mining, Eyes Duty-Free Gear to Unlock Ocean Wealth

Unknown Apr 02, 2026 1,150 Views

India is set to accelerate deep-sea exploration in the Central Indian Ocean Basin (CIOB) to tap into vast reserves of polymetallic nodules, according to a government document reviewed on July 4, 2025. These nodules—rich in nickel, cobalt, copper, and manganese—are critical for clean e...