India Sets ₹7,000 Crore Push to Break China’s Rare-Earth Grip

By BPN News Desk November 3, 2025

International

The Indian government is preparing to increase its incentive programme for rare-earth magnet manufacturing to over ₹7,000 crore (about US $788 million) in a significant move to reduce reliance on Chinese supplies. This follows China’s export-control tightening on rare-earth materials earlier

National

India Gains Chinese Approval for Rare Earth Magnet Imports

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2025

India has confirmed that select Indian companies have received licences from China to import rare earth magnets. These components are vital for India’s automotive, electronics and renewable-energy sectors. A spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) stated that while details remain limited, the government acknowledges the approvals issued by Beijing.

International

China’s Rare Earth Magnet Exports Fall in September

By Arun D October 20, 2025

China’s exports of rare earth magnets dropped by 6.1% in September compared to August, with volumes falling to 5,774 metric tons from 6,146 tons. This marked the end of a three-month growth streak. Year-On-Year Growth Despite the monthly dip, shipments were still 17.5% higher than the same month last year, highlighting continuing strong global demand […]

International

US Seeks India’s Backing Against China’s Rare Earth Curbs

By BPN News Desk October 15, 2025

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said Washington expects support from India and other allies to counter China’s move to tighten rare earth export controls. He described Beijing’s step as “China versus the world” and expressed confidence that democracies in Asia and Europe would align with the U.S. position. Export Controls and Retaliation Threat China […]

International

China Expands Rare Earth Export Curbs

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

China has announced new restrictions on rare earth exports, expanding controls on minerals and technologies critical for defense and semiconductor industries. The move strengthens Beijing’s grip over global supply chains. New Rules and Restrictions Under the updated policy, foreign defense users will not be granted export licenses, while semiconductor-related applications

International

China Resumes Critical Supplies to India

By BPN News Desk August 19, 2025

China has agreed to lift export restrictions and resume the supply of fertilizers, rare-earth minerals, and tunnel boring machines to India. This development follows discussions between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar last month. Supply Resumption Confirmed During Wang Yi’s two-day visit to India, he assured that

International

China’s Rare-Earth Export Clampdown Backfires on Domestic Producers

By BPN News Desk July 8, 2025

China’s decision to tighten export controls on rare-earth magnets in April has boomeranged, causing significant strain on its domestic magnet industry. Intended as a geopolitical move to counter Western tariffs, the export licensing clampdown has led to a sharp collapse in international demand, revenue losses, and ballooning inventories for Chinese manufacturers. Rare

Business Industry

Tata Motors Confirms Magnet Stock Amid China Curbs

By BPN News Desk June 23, 2025

Tata Motors has confirmed that it is not currently facing any disruptions in the supply of rare-earth magnets, despite growing concerns over China’s tightened export regulations. During its 80th Annual General Meeting, Chairman Natarajan Chandrasekaran stated that the company is proactively managing the situation through strategic inventory planning and close

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India Halts Rare Earth Exports to Japan Amid Supply Push

By BPN News Desk June 14, 2025

India has taken a strategic decision to pause its rare earth mineral exports to Japan as part of a broader effort to safeguard its own industrial ecosystem and reduce dependence on China. The government has directed Indian Rare Earths Limited (IREL), a state-run company, to suspend its export agreement with Toyotsu Rare Earths India, a […]