<h1>Coal India Ltd Seeks Consultants for Lithium Brine Assets in Argentina to Diversify into Critical Minerals.</h1> Coal India Ltd (CIL) is exploring lithium brine assets in Argentina as part of its strategic diversification into critical minerals. The state-owned company has invited expressions of interest from consultants to conduct technical due diligence on these assets. This move aligns with global trends prioritizing critical minerals like lithium for clean energy technologies, driven by the demand for electric vehicles. CIL aims to reduce its reliance on coal and secure a sustainable supply chain for critical minerals essential for India's industrial strategy. Recently, CIL signed a Memorandum of Understanding with IREL (India) Limited to collaborate on developing critical minerals.