** Shares of Cygnus Metals CY5.AX rise 15.7% to A$0.059,
its highest since March 8; last up 7.8%
** Miner says it has reduced costs and is set to continue
driving its lithium exploration program in James Bay, Canada
** Says directors to receive 50% of pay in form of equity
and 50% in cash as per proposed changes
** Under proposal, Managing Director David Southam will move
to executive chair
** Stock trims YTD losses to 59.3% from ~62% YTD at last
close
(Reporting by Neha Soni in Bengaluru)
((Neha.Soni@thomsonreuters.com))