rubaya

rubaya mines in Congo are rich in coltan, essential for electronics. Armed groups control the mines amid ongoing conflict. M23 rebels profit by taxing coltan trade, exporting it through Rwanda. Miners like Jean Baptiste earn little, despite the mineral's global importance. A potential US deal for mineral access faces hurdles, including security and infrastructure challenges.

A devastating landslide caused a mine collapse in rubaya, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Over 200 people, including miners, children, and market women, lost their lives. The incident occurred at a coltan mine, a vital source for global technology. Authorities are still assessing the exact casualty count. The collapse is attributed to heavy seasonal rains weakening the ground.

It was an accomplishment of sorts for Bilal Mohammad of Kanpur. Braving the 40-day-long test of Haj, Bilal along with 450 others returned with the first batch of pilgrims here on Sunday.

The Yasin Malik-led Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) was banned on Friday for "promoting" secession of the state from the Union of India. The outfit was banned under various provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. The Centre is of the opinion that the JKLF is "in close touch with militant outfits" and is supporting extremism and militancy.