The Indian Mining Journal, the first of its kind in India, later changed to Journal of Mines, Metals & Fuels, a sister publication of Indian Journal of Power & River Valley Development came into being in 1952. Started by Late P. K. Menon, the Journal of Mines, Metals & Fuels, a specialized monthly, is exclusively devoted to geology, mining, metallurgy and fuel technology. From its inception, it also immediately established itself as a high quality referred journal of excellence with wide readership in India and abroad.
This Journal carries original contributions from geologists, mining engineers, fuel technologists, mineralogists or metallurgists, and from academics and scientists of mining educational and research institutions and executives of mineral industry. The articles cover mineral exploration and exploitation of minerals, mineral beneficiation/coal washing, equipment and machinery, technical education, research, mineral economics, etc. The Journal is now in its 64th year of publication and has been recognized as a leading technical forum for the country’s fuel, mining and metallurgical industries. The special issues of the Journal published so far have been widely lauded as hallmark in the field of technical journalism.
Professor
Department of Geology
University of Dhaka
“It was an immensely pleasant experience with The Journal of Mines, Metals & Fuels regarding my series of publications. Ever since the beginning, this extra-ordinary journal has established itself as a leading platform for scholars around the world to connect, share, learn and grow together. The submission process was very straight forward and time-efficient. The review process happened to be eloquently fast compared to many of its own kind, which is indeed praiseworthy. The facilitation from the editorial team during the revision process was efficiently supportive as well. I look forward to publishing in this journal in the future and I will definitely recommend this prestigious platform for scholars to my colleagues and collaborators.”
Professor (Mining) & Ex-Colliery Manager CIL/CCL
Department of Mining Engineering
Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology, Shibpur
I being the Professor in the Department of Mining Engineering of Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST) Shibpur have no hesitation in the testifying the Journal of Mines, Metals & Fuels, as a vintavge and leading technical magazine being published since 1952. The quality of the papers has been worthy to read and use having immense value in current days mining scenario not only in India but also globally. I have the opportunity to be associated with the Journal since 1995 both as Author and Reader. This Scopus Indexed Journal has been aptly able to fulfill the need of the students, researchers, academicians, and industrial people including all other stake holders.
I shall urge on the well wishers to extend all sorts of co-operation, support and blessings such that this Journal can go a long way ahead.
Director, Aranak Pty Ltd,
Ex MD – India Resources Limited, Australia
The “Indian Mining Journal” came into being in 1952 and subsequently renamed as Journal of Mines, Metals & Fuels in order to include all sectors of mining, mineral, metallurgical and fuel industry could be highlighted. Immediately it became popular and established it as the pioneer of excellence in technical journalism. Besides publication as the monthly, the Journal has had the privilege of bringing out several special issues on diverse topics in the field as well; hosting both national and international seminars, symposia, conferences and workshops on the subjects which brought mining fraternity in one platform. The Journal is of immense value to the readership not only to the mining decision makers but also to students and researchers as well.
We have been truly pleased to publish our article in Journal of Mines, Metals & Fuels. The entire process, from submission to publication, is very smooth and fast, while the editorial staff is extremely helpful, professional and efficient. This exciting journal is undoubtedly one of the key journals in the field and we would be more than happy to continue to publish in the future.”