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Hindustan Zinc secures tungsten mining licence in Andhra Pradesh, India
Hindustan Zinc has secured a tungsten mining licence in the Indian state of Andhra Pradesh, a significant step in its strategy to diversify beyond zinc, lead and silver into critical minerals. The licence was granted by the Government of Andhra Pradesh, positioning the company as the winning bidder for the Balepalyam block in Kanaganapalle in the Sri Satya Sai district. The tungsten and associated minerals block spans a total area of 308.30 hectares (ha) and is currently at the G3 level of exploration, according to the tender document. The composite licence deed will authorise Hindustan Zinc to conduct exploration ... (full story)