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MP: Three WCL coal miners killed as slab collapses

Bhopal, March 6: In a tragic incident, three coal miners lost their lives due to a slab collapse at the Chhatarpur-I coal mines operated by Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) – a subsidiary of Coal India Limited on Thursday.

Govt to host 3rd roadshow on coal mine auctions in Gandhinagar on Monday

New Delhi, March 2: As part of its ongoing efforts to promote commercial coal mining and attract private investment, the Union Ministry of Coal is organising a roadshow in Gujarat's Gandhinagar on Monday on the upcoming auctions and investment opportunities in the coal sector, according to an official statement issued on Sunday.

Assam mining accident: Likely to get some more results, says Special DGP

Dima Hasao, January 12: As the rescue efforts are underway at the rat-hole coal mine at 3 Kilo, Umrangso area of Dima Hasao district, Harmeet Singh, Special DGP of Assam, on Saturday expressed hope for further progress in the operation, stating that the water level has been reduced by more than half and is expected to lower further.

Assam: Indian Navy divers descend into coal mine for rescue at Dima Hasao

Dima Hasao, January 9: Assam Mines and Minerals Minister Kaushik Rai confirmed on Wednesday that so far only one body has been recovered from the mine, as teams from the Army and Navy work to rescue trapped miners. Efforts are underway to dewater the mine to determine the number of people trapped inside.