Friday, July 11, 2025
spot_img

New mineral found in state

Date:

Share post:

spot_imgspot_img

By Our Reporter

SHILLONG: Deputy Chief Minister and in charge of Mining and Geology Bindo M Lanong on Wednesday informed that the department recently discovered a new type of mineral, Apatite, in the state.

The primary use of apatite is in the manufacture of fertilizer and it is a source of phosphorus.

“The mineral can be of value in the cultivation of soil,” Lanong said while addressing a regional conference on “Empowering NE: Overcoming Challenges in Development of Power Sector in NE India.” A Mumbai-based firm is studying the prospects of this mineral, the Minister informed.

spot_imgspot_img

Related articles

22 Maoists, including eight females, surrender in Chhattisgarh

Raipur, July 11: In a significant development in Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district, 22 Maoists laid down their arms on...

BJP looting land, forest, water: Rahul Gandhi at ‘save Constitution’ rally in Odisha

Bhubaneswar, July 11: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday targeted the BJP, alleging that the ruling party has...

Centre plans Rs 1,345 crore subsidy scheme to boost production of Rare Earth magnets

New Delhi, July 11: The Indian government has drawn up a scheme to offer subsidies to the tune...

We missed no targets in Pak, not even a glass pane broken in India: NSA Doval on Op Sindoor

New Delhi, July 11: National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval on Friday addressed the convocation ceremony at IIT...