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Rajasthan Tribal Groups Protest Aravalli Mining Threat

Tribal organisations in southern Rajasthan denounce legal moves weakening Aravalli hills protection, warning of existential threat to land, culture, and livelihoods. Read about their historic resistance.

Chhattisgarh HC dismisses bauxite mining lease appeal

Chhattisgarh High Court rejects Keshkal G N India Bauxite Mines' appeal, citing lack of legal standing under amended mining laws. The firm's Rs 20 crore investment claim fails. Read the full legal analysis.

Govt: 90% Aravalli Protected, Mining in Only 2% Area

Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav clarifies that nearly 90% of the Aravalli landscape remains protected. Mining is restricted to just 2% under strict Supreme Court oversight. Read the full story.

Aravali Mining: Govt Says Only 0.19% Area Eligible

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav clarifies that only 0.19% of the Aravali range is eligible for mining, dismissing fears of widespread expansion. He urges an end to confusion over the new uniform definition.

Rajasthan to enact strict law against water theft

Rajasthan govt announces new stringent law to prevent water theft and ensure equitable distribution. Major projects like ERCP worth Rs 9400 crore underway to address scarcity. Read more.

Massive Illegal Mining Uncovered in Bhilwara Aravallis

A drone survey reveals systematic illegal mining across 64 hectares near Bhilwara, with 57 lakh tonnes of stone extracted beyond legal limits. Potential penalty nears Rs 256 crore. Read the shocking details.

Crimes Against SC/ST Fall 28% in Rajasthan

Official data reveals a significant 28.23% decline in atrocities against Scheduled Castes and Tribes in Rajasthan over two years. Explore the details and implications of this positive trend.

Bageshwar SC families fear mining damage to homes

Over 100 Scheduled Caste families in Bageshwar mining areas live in cracked, sinking homes. Poverty prevents them from seeking help as authorities ignore pleas. Read their harrowing story.

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