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.
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.
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.
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav clarifies the new Aravalli definition, stating over 90% of the range will be protected and strict mining regulations remain. Read the full details.
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.
Deputy CM Brijesh Pathak discovered rusted equipment, non-functional sterilizer at Jhansi's Gursarai CHC. He ordered the dental surgeon's transfer to a remote location and a fine. CMO has initiated an inquiry.
A Jhansi POCSO court sentenced a 44-year-old man to 20 years in prison for raping his 11-year-old daughter. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 1.05 lakh for the survivor's rehabilitation.
Former Samajwadi Party MLA Deepnarayan Singh Yadav surrenders in Jhansi court over dacoity and extortion charges. Properties worth ₹20.20 crore attached. Next hearing on Dec 24.
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.
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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.
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 speeding SUV crash on Kanpur-Jhansi highway near Pukhrayan bypass leaves two dead, including an 11-month-old. Three others seriously injured. Read the full details.
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.
Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran met UP CM Yogi Adityanath to discuss massive investments in AI, defence, EVs & energy, aiming to boost UP's trillion-dollar economy goal. Read more.
Jhansi POCSO court sentences Sachin Dasariya to 10 years imprisonment for abducting and raping a 17-year-old girl. The convict, also accused of murdering his defence lawyer, was fined Rs 65,000.
Patna's new Mines and Geology Director, Manesh Kumar Meena, orders strict action against illegal mining and transport to ensure scientific mining and higher revenue. Details inside.
UP Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya outlines Bundelkhand's industrial future, targets for women's SHGs, and hits out at SP over SIR, Babri replica. Read the full Jhansi briefing.
Nashik revenue officials file a police complaint against 10 illegal miners in Sarul for operating with expired permits, causing a Rs 1.1 lakh royalty loss. 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.
A 60-year-old woman convicted in a 2023 murder case consumed poison inside a Lucknow courtroom and died en route to hospital. Read the shocking details of the case.
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.
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.
A sub-inspector and two constables in Jhansi booked for allegedly torturing a POCSO accused, causing 23 wounds and fractures. Special court orders detailed medical panel investigation.
A joint police-forest force raid in Koderma's Chatarbar Wildlife Sanctuary seized heavy machinery, cracking down on illegal mica mining. Officials vow to continue operations. Read more.
Malaysian authorities intensify action against illegal Bitcoin mining, uncovering 14,000 sites causing massive power theft losses. A new taskforce leads the charge. Read more.
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu directs officials to boost mining revenue through exports, domestic use, and a North Andhra metal cluster. Learn about the state's new mining strategy.
Mangaluru Deputy Commissioner announces laterite stone price drop from Rs 65 to Rs 45, with further reduction expected. 59 extraction permits issued to boost supply. Read for details on sand mining and road repairs.
The 15th International Sand Art Festival has commenced on Chandrabhaga Beach, Odisha. Over 140 artists from India & abroad create stunning sculptures. A must-visit cultural spectacle!