Kabul coal prices surge despite ample local supply
Residents of Kabul decry a 50% surge in coal prices amid harsh winter, blaming middlemen and corruption despite Afghanistan's vast domestic reserves. Read more.
Residents of Kabul decry a 50% surge in coal prices amid harsh winter, blaming middlemen and corruption despite Afghanistan's vast domestic reserves. Read more.
After a parliamentary panel flagged under-utilisation, the Coal Ministry vows to fully spend safety funds on AI, biometrics, and modern equipment to curb accidents and regulate unpaid overtime in mines.
Massive youth-led protests erupt across Germany against the plan to revive compulsory military service. Students walk out, calling it 'recruitment of death'. Details inside.
Two dead, over a dozen hospitalised after toxic gas leak from abandoned Dhanbad mines. District administration and BCCL intensify response. Read about the crisis and relief efforts.
Explosive leaked emails link Prince Andrew to a police probe into Virginia Giuffre, raising criminal questions. As royal reputations crumble, insiders reveal a growing rift. Full details inside.
Two women died after inhaling toxic gas from a fire-affected coal mine in Dhanbad's Kenduadih Rajput Basti. Residents protest, refusing to leave without written rehabilitation assurances. Read the full report.
A 65-year-old businessman and his 50-year-old wife were found dead in their Nainital home. Police suspect suicide due to severe financial difficulties. Investigation ongoing.
Violent clashes erupt in Surguja as villagers protest SECL's Amera coal mine expansion. Over 30 police personnel injured in stone-pelting. Details on the land acquisition dispute and ongoing tensions.
Hundreds of NHM employees staged a massive protest at Ludhiana's Civil Surgeon office, demanding release of their two-month overdue salaries. Read about their demands and the administration's response.
A 75-year-old former fruit seller was found dead under suspicious circumstances in his Dumka home. Police probe robbery angle as gold chain goes missing. Read for details.
Kisan Mazdoor Morcha calls for a statewide rail roko in Punjab on Dec 5, demanding MSP law and debt waiver. Commuters advised to plan travel accordingly.
Safai karamcharis in Jalandhar staged a protest against the proposed privatisation of sanitation work, fearing job losses. They demand permanent status and oppose contract system.
Climate activists from Rising Tide disrupted Newcastle Harbour shipping lanes with kayaks, leading to 21 arrests. The protest highlights global climate concerns ahead of key summits.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation will completely stop dumping garbage at Bhandewadi yard from January 2024 with new waste processing plants. Learn how the city aims for 100% scientific waste disposal.
A freight train derailment at Kalamassery yard near Kochi disrupted rail services across Kerala, delaying over 10 trains by 2-3 hours during Friday's peak travel time. Services resumed by evening after safety clearance.
Union Coal Secretary Vikram Dev Dutt visits Belgadia township to assess rehabilitation progress for families displaced by Jharia underground fires. New facilities inaugurated.
Bachhan Munda, 30, found dead near Madansahi-Boha Mod in Sahibganj. Police investigation reveals murder with stone attack. Family mourns as search for answers continues.
Paddy procurement in Sambalpur district failed to begin as scheduled, angering farmers. Millers demand higher transport charges and clearance of 3-year dues. Farmers threaten highway blockade if issue unresolved by Saturday.
Police in Jharkhand's Pakur district arrest seven youths for allegedly gang-raping a 40-year-old widow. SIT formed to investigate the horrific crime near a mango orchard. Read the full details.
Union Coal Secretary Vikram Dev Dutt visits Dhanbad for crucial review of coal operations and Jharia rehabilitation programme. Key focus on Belgarhia's transformation into modern residential zone.
Patel Engineering secures two major coal mining contracts worth ₹798 crore from Saidax Engineers. The 9-year deal boosts its order book and investor outlook. Read more.
Massive student protest erupts at VIT Sehore campus as 3,000-4,000 students demonstrate against poor food and water quality. Read the latest updates on the campus unrest.
Congress condemns large-scale deforestation in Madhya Pradesh for Adani's coal mine project. Over 2.5 lakh trees face destruction in Singrauli forest. Environmental tragedy unfolds.
Bengaluru police arrested 8 Uber drivers during protests over low earnings and differential treatment. Drivers gathered at Uber Partner Seva Kendra demanding fair pay structure.
18-year-old Emily Ramos arrested after dumping drink on police officer during anti-ICE protest in North Carolina. Viral video shows dramatic takedown and charges.
Delhi court sends 22 protesters to judicial custody after India Gate air pollution protest turns violent. Police allege chilli powder attacks and pro-Maoist slogans during demonstration.
Delhi police arrest 15 after air pollution protest turns violent at India Gate. Officers injured, Maoist slogans raised during environmental demonstration. Read full details.
Delhi Police used pepper spray and detained protesters at India Gate during an air pollution demonstration. Several cops injured, barricades broken in chaotic scenes.
Shocking family tragedy in Jharkhand's Dumka as man murders wife and two children before taking his own life. Police investigation underway.
Indian Railways achieves 1,020 million tonnes freight loading with 3.11% year-on-year growth. Coal leads with 505 million tonnes as new policies boost efficiency and sustainability.