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Hindustan Zinc Joins Global Leaders in ICMM, Advancing Sustainable Mining Practices
Hindustan Zinc Limited, the world's largest integrated zinc producer, has become the first Indian company to join the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) which creates a landmark that positions India on the global map of responsible mining.
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