Enforcement Directorate uncovers illegal sand mining syndicate in Odisha's Ganjam district. Mafia used betel leaf shopkeepers and vegetable vendors as fronts to obtain licenses for massive unauthorized operations.
Authorities in Gaya conducted raids across multiple police station areas, seizing 24 tractors and imposing penalties worth Rs 1.33 crore to combat illegal sand mining from the Falgu river.
Authorities in Yamunanagar, Haryana, have issued challans to seven vehicles involved in illegal sand mining operations, highlighting ongoing enforcement efforts.
Chhattisgarh leverages critical minerals, tribal-led tin mining, and transparent e-auctions to increase revenue and create jobs, says mining secretary P Dayanand.
Despite enforcement actions, illegal mining of stone and sand continues in Nuh's Aravali belt near Basai Meo. A hillock was brought down in Dec 2024. Read about the latest violations and government response.
Rajasthan forest department sends high-level team to probe illegal sandstone mining in Mandana forest block. Activists allege collusion between officials and mining mafia. Deep pits, blasting cause ecological damage.
Despite Supreme Court orders, illegal mining of stone and sand persists in Haryana's Aravalis near Basai Meo. A hillock was brought down in Dec 2024, with officials finding empty sites upon inspection. Read more on the enforcement challenges.
Punjab govt auctions 29 commercial mining sites via online bidding, generating Rs 11.61 crore. New reforms aim to boost transparency, curb illegal mining, and increase state revenue. Read more.
Buxar mining department's surprise raid leads to truck seizure & FIR for illegal soil transport. ₹8 lakh compounding fee imposed. Officials vow zero tolerance against mining violations.
Visakhapatnam is set to unveil Andhra Pradesh's first lighthouse museum by 2026, showcasing maritime history and artifacts to boost tourism. Discover the plans!
Forest guard Jitendra Singh Shekhawat, an ex-serviceman, was killed while stopping illegal mining in Alwar. Police arrest mining mafia member Ramsevak Gurjar. Read the full story.
In a late-night raid near Khera Kalmot village, Punjab's mining department seized machinery used for illegal sand mining. Officials vow strict action against environmental damage.
GVMC approves a dedicated 1.6km pedestrian track in Visakhapatnam's historic One Town, connecting colonial-era landmarks from Poorna Market to Old Post Office. Explore Vizag's rich past!
A special team investigates alleged illegal laterite mining in Belagavi taluk after complaints and media reports. Officials inspect sites, seize records to assess revenue loss.
SDM Patran Ashok Kumar led raids in Patiala, intercepting two tractor-trolleys with illegal soil. The seized vehicles were handed to police. Read about the crackdown on illegal mining.
Eminent ecologist Madhav Gadgil criticizes large-scale mining in Goa for causing irreversible ecological damage and destroying sacred sites, highlighting illegal activities and corruption. Read his stark assessment.
Violence erupts between residents and a gold mining company in Takhar, Afghanistan, leaving four dead. Officials suspend operations as Taliban's $6.5 billion mining push faces local friction.
Residents of Poira-Bicholim protest against Salgaonkar mining company, blocking iron ore transport. They demand fair employment and better infrastructure. Read their full story.
A six-member CBI team has begun its investigation into the massive Rs 1,500 crore illegal stone mining scam in Jharkhand's Sahibganj district, following a Supreme Court order. Read for the latest details.
Visakhapatnam gears up for Lighthouse Festival 3.0 on January 9 & 10. The event, backed by Union ministries, aims to celebrate maritime heritage and boost coastal tourism. Join the celebration!
Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation collected ₹510 crore in property tax last fiscal. With new assessments and revised structures, it aims for ₹600 crore this year. Read how they plan to achieve it.
Despite police action & concrete barriers, illegal mining of Alexandrite & Cat's Eye stones thrives in Alluri Sitarama Raju district. Forest officials propose CCTVs as tribals face risks.
Andhra Pradesh govt updates Visakhapatnam master plan for IT/ITES & data centre boom. Plan to assess infrastructure, earmark 30,000 acres. Read more.
Paliganj police, in a pre-dawn raid, confiscated six sand-laden tractors and a loader used for illegal mining. Penalties estimated at Rs 23.81 lakh. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Punjab's new mineral policy introduces online auctions, new site categories to tackle raw material shortages, curb corruption, and boost state revenue. Read more.
Rajasthan government intensifies its crackdown on illegal mining, taking 552 enforcement actions in a week. 17 arrests made, over 500 vehicles seized, and Rs 2.88 crore fines recovered. Read the full report.
Panchkula police intensify drive against illegal mining, seizing five vehicles including tippers and poclain machines in coordinated night raids. Authorities vow zero-tolerance policy.
Two workers killed in illegal stone quarry blast in Dhenkanal. Police arrest supervisor, seal 20 illegal units. Political blame game erupts over illegal mining. Read the full story.
Bihar's mines department conducted 4,582 raids against illegal sand mining in Dec, seizing 574 vehicles. Deputy CM Sinha urges public to report via helpline. Revenue collection exceeds target.
Illegal laterite mining flourished in Belagavi's Badas village for over 3 months, despite being in the constituency of Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar. A raid failed to stop the 'influential' contractor. Read more.