Rio Tinto Ltd’s (ASX:RIO) plans to develop one of the world’s largest diamond mines has been threatened by allegations the miner is exploring without the consent of the local government in India. That’s according to Fairfax Media.
An environmental activist has alleged Rio breached environmental laws.
Rio disputes the claims and is confident the court proceedings will not affect the project.
According to the report, the High Court order requires a response within six weeks.
In the 2010 financial year Rio Tinto generated a net profit of $14.9 billion.
