7 Vehicles Fined for Illegal Mining in Yamunanagar
Authorities in Yamunanagar, Haryana, have issued challans to seven vehicles involved in illegal sand mining operations, highlighting ongoing enforcement efforts.
Authorities in Yamunanagar, Haryana, have issued challans to seven vehicles involved in illegal sand mining operations, highlighting ongoing enforcement efforts.
Frustrated by rampant illegal sand and M-sand extraction, Belagavi's M-Sand Producers Welfare Association warns of staging protests at the Department of Mines and Geology premises if authorities fail to act immediately.
Enforcement Directorate raids in Ganjam district reveal Rs 2.5 crore unaccounted cash hidden in an almirah and benami properties linked to illegal sand and stone mining operations.
RLP chief Hanuman Beniwal called off his farmers' protest after Nagaur administration gave written assurances on action against illegal sand mining and pending farmer claims.
Ganjam police conducted simultaneous raids in Aska and Kabisurya Nagar areas, seizing 11 sand-laden vehicles. Authorities are verifying documents and taking legal action against those involved in illegal transportation.
RLP supremo Hanuman Beniwal began a protest march from Nagaur to Jaipur, accusing BJP, Congress, and officials of enabling illegal sand mining and ecological damage.
A late-night raid by an NGT-constituted task force uncovered extensive illegal sand mining in Yamuna, seizing excavators and exposing a fake permit scheme near the Delhi-UP border.
Suspected sand mafia members obstructed government officials, used abusive language, and issued death threats during a late-night check near Makarba in Ahmedabad.
Udupi DC Swaroopa TK mandates Udupi Nirmithi Kendra to ensure cleanliness, security, and asset protection at Bailoor's Parashurama Theme Park until project handover. Read the full directives.
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.
After the brutal killing of forest guard Jitendra Singh by illegal mining mafia in Dholpur, Rajasthan forest department strengthens safety protocols and staff deployment. Read more.
ED raids in Nagpur uncover a ₹1,000-crore illegal sand mining racket linked to a former minister's aides. Get the full story on the cross-border scandal and political fallout.
The Koraga community in Karnataka concluded their 26-day protest in Udupi after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah provided assurances on their demands. Read the full story on the landmark development.
Despite being flagged as structurally unsafe by PWD and IIT Roorkee, the Rahon-Machhiwara bridge in Nawanshahr remains open to overloaded tipper trucks, many carrying illegally mined sand, posing a major public safety risk.
Udupi police receive 12 vehicles via CSR funds from MLAs and firms to tackle an acute shortage. SP Hariram Shankar details the initiative and the remaining 15% deficit.
Udupi district administration mandates speed governors for all six-wheeler and above vehicles to enhance road safety. Learn about the new rule, compliance deadline, and penalties.
Opposition leaders in Rajasthan term Khari River sand dumper accident an 'open murder', demand CM Bhajan Lal Sharma's intervention. Read about the allegations of political-mafia nexus.
Udupi district administration mandates speed governors for heavy vehicles after two accidents injure bus passengers and kill a scooter rider. Deadline set for compliance.
Udupi Town police arrested Abdul Rauf for MDMA trafficking, seizing drugs, cash, and an auto worth Rs 3.2 lakh near Shivalli village. Read the full details of the drug bust.
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.
Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar directs officials to ensure all arrangements for the Udupi Paryaya festival, including road development, with a budget of Rs 6 crore. Read more about the plans.
Punjab's new mineral policy introduces online auctions, new site categories to tackle raw material shortages, curb corruption, and boost state revenue. Read more.
A major road accident in Karnataka's Udupi district left several injured after a speeding truck collided with a KSRTC bus. Two are in critical condition. Details inside.
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.
Bhandara district in Maharashtra's Vidarbha region reports a historic low of only 10 murders in 2025. SP Noorul Hasan credits intelligence-led policing and a crackdown on organized crime for the dramatic turnaround. Read the full story.
Bela police and revenue officials halted illegal sand extraction from Nand river near Pipra Shivar. Four accused booked after fleeing the scene. Read the full details.
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.