East Singhbhum and Seraikela-Kharsawan authorities intensify action against illegal sand and stone mining. 9 vehicles seized, 10 boats destroyed, and 15,000 CFT of sand confiscated. DC issues show-cause notices to officials.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath appoints former DGP Prashant Kumar to lead teacher recruitment, pledges transparency and a crackdown on corruption. Read about the state's new reforms.
A new govt definition accepted by the Supreme Court strips protections from 90% of the Aravallis, risking desertification, water security & wildlife. Read why this ancient range is India's ecological shield.
Mukesh Chaudhary dies after a gravel mafia attack in Tonk's Gahlod village. Family receives ₹50 lakh compensation, job, and booth. Four arrested, main accused at large. Protests erupt.
Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa attacks Punjab's AAP government over unchecked illegal mining, calling it a systematic loot. He demands a judicial inquiry and warns of ecological damage. Read the full story.
Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik unveils a massive 60-ft Santa Claus sculpture made with sand and 1.5 tonnes of apples at Puri's Niladri Beach. The artwork promotes peace and aims for a national record. Read more about this festive marvel.
Months after devastating floods, farmers in Sultanpur Lodhi's Baupur Mand area face a race against time to clear sand and silt for maize sowing. Seechewal leads volunteer efforts. Read the full story.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath issued a stern warning in the Assembly, stating bulldozers will be used against mafia who forcibly occupy residential land. Read the full details.
BCY Party president Bode Ramachandra Yadav alleges complete collapse of law & order in Andhra Pradesh, crimes against women daily. Demands CBI probe into drug mafia, claims minister wields unconstitutional power over police.
A fact-finding committee blames the sand mafia for destroying key check dams in Karimnagar and Peddapalli using gelatin sticks. It demands immediate police action and restoration.
Rajasthan police suspends five SHOs and sends six others to lines after a statewide decoy operation exposes collusion in illegal sand mining. Read the full story.
Odisha govt suspends Jajpur & Jagatsinghpur mining officers for alleged sand mafia links. Crackdown follows raids, seizures. Read about the state's zero-tolerance policy.
Bihar's EOU cracks down on sand, land, and exam mafias, planning to confiscate properties worth over ₹55 crore. DIG Dhillon reveals arrests and ongoing investigations. Read the full story.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accuses the BJP government of shielding codeine syrup racket operators. He demands equal bulldozer action and pushes for an Ahir Regiment in the Army. Read more.
Patna Police arrested wanted land mafia Ravi Raj Singh from Mainpura. He faces charges of cheating, intimidation, and Arms Act violations. A significant step against organized land grabbing.
CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurates ₹138 crore Gorakhnath overbridge, attacks previous SP govt for patronising mafia. Read how UP transformed from 'Bimaru' to revenue-surplus.
A 50-year-old man was killed after a tractor driver ran him over following an argument over wrong-side driving on NH-32 in Dhanbad. The incident triggered protests against illegal sand mining. Read more.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath claims initial probe connects Samajwadi Party to a cough syrup scam. Read the latest developments and political accusations.
Assistant Police Inspector Sunil Ambhore was seriously injured after sand smugglers attacked a police team in Yavatmal's Wakodi village. Two accused arrested. Read the full details.
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule calls for talks with employees planning a strike over suspensions linked to illegal sand mining. He warns against pressure tactics. Read the full story.
Facing a severe natural sand shortage, MahaMetro has begun using crushed sand for Nagpur Metro Phase II construction. Trials show promise for a long-term shift. Read more.
A 15-year-old student was killed by an overloaded sand tractor in Dumka. Villagers protest illegal mining. FIR lodged, investigation ongoing. Read the full report.
Haryana commemorates Veer Bal Diwas with sand art and events in Kurukshetra and Ambala, honoring the sacrifice of Sahibzadas. Read about the solemn tributes.
A 68-year-old man in Nagpur's Jaripatka suffered severe injuries after an argument over sand dumping turned violent. Police have arrested one accused under BNS 2023. Read the full details.
Bori police crack down on illegal sand mining in Dudhana riverbed, seizing equipment & cash worth Rs 3.35 crore. 17 workers detained. Read the full details of the major enforcement action.
The 36th Konark Festival ended with spectacular Odissi and Kathak performances. Sand art awards were announced for 'Atma Nirbhar Bharat' and 'Viksit Bharat' themes. Read more.
A fact-finding committee alleges the Manair river check dam collapse was a mafia-driven blast to aid illegal sand mining. It demands a full probe and criticizes police inaction. Read more.
Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar', starring Ranveer Singh, is a 3.5-hour action drama set in Karachi's underworld. Inspired by true events, it blends spy thriller with Godfather-esque saga. Read the full review.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleges a multi-crore codeine cough syrup syndicate, spanning multiple states and countries, operated under political and bureaucratic protection in UP. Read the explosive details.
A police patrol was targeted by the mining mafia in Chandigarh's Kansal area. Two suspects were arrested after a dramatic midnight chase. Read the full details of the brazen attack.