Goa: Two Mining Trucks Stolen in Guddemol Village
Two mining trucks stolen in Guddemol, Goa within two weeks. Villagers, already hit by mining halt, demand police action. GPS devices were removed in the thefts.
Two mining trucks stolen in Guddemol, Goa within two weeks. Villagers, already hit by mining halt, demand police action. GPS devices were removed in the thefts.
An 11-year-old student died after a concrete slab collapsed at Badas primary school in Balasore. Locals protest, demanding safety and compensation. CM announces Rs 4 lakh ex gratia.
Violence erupts between residents and a gold mining company in Takhar, Afghanistan, leaving four dead. Officials suspend operations as Taliban's $6.5 billion mining push faces local friction.
Residents of Poira-Bicholim protest against Salgaonkar mining company, blocking iron ore transport. They demand fair employment and better infrastructure. Read their full story.
Punjab's new mineral policy introduces online auctions, new site categories to tackle raw material shortages, curb corruption, and boost state revenue. Read more.
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.
Illegal laterite mining flourished in Belagavi's Badas village for over 3 months, despite being in the constituency of Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar. A raid failed to stop the 'influential' contractor. Read more.
Karkala town police intercepted a tipper transporting illegally mined sand without permits. Two individuals were detained. Read the full details of the crackdown here.
Discover Babojola, a model village in Mayurbhanj where cleanliness is a way of life, enforced by CCTV and celebrated with a unique festival on Feb 15-16. Read its inspiring story.
Two workers died in a rock collapse at an illegal stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal. The quarry's lease had expired and blasting clearance was suspended. Authorities have launched a probe.
Two workers died in an illegal mine blast at an unauthorised stone quarry in Dhenkanal, Odisha. Authorities fear more may be trapped. Rescue ops ongoing. #Odisha #MiningTragedy
ED chargesheets 14 firms & 4 individuals, including businessman Arun Saraf, for laundering Rs 78 crore & illegal sand trade worth Rs 145 crore in West Bengal. Next hearing on Monday.
ED submits charge sheet in Bengal illegal sand mining case, revealing Rs 145 crore irregularities. 14 companies & 4 individuals named. Next hearing on Monday. Get the full story.
Authorities in Noida impose a Rs 5 lakh penalty and file an FIR after detecting illegal sand mining in the Yamuna riverbed. The crackdown follows a joint inspection in Raipur Khadar.
The Aravalli range faces catastrophic damage from unchecked mining, threatening water security and biodiversity. Urgent action is needed to save India's ancient ecological shield.
Jalandhar mining department cracks down on illegal sand transportation, seizing two tippers near Nakodar. Authorities warn of strict action against illegal mining activities.
Rampant illegal mining near the Sutlej river is endangering a crucial bridge in Anandpur Sahib. The Mining Department has filed a police complaint. Read about the threats and official response.
Mohali DC Komal Mittal launches 7 special teams for daily checks against illegal mining. FIRs must include vehicle details. A comprehensive database of mining vehicles is ordered. #Mohali #Punjab
The 4th Odisha Mining & Infrastructure Expo 2026, from Jan 8-11 in Bhubaneswar, will feature 250+ exhibitors and 20,000+ visitors. Discover cutting-edge tech and sustainable practices shaping the future of mining.
A woman police constable was stripped & assaulted during a violent anti-mining protest in Raigarh, Chhattisgarh on Dec 27. The video sparked outrage. Read details.
Guinea prepares to defend against a $28.9 billion arbitration claim by Axis International Ltd. after revoking its bauxite mining permit. The dispute highlights Africa's push for greater resource revenue control.
A Punjab mining department report reveals extensive illegal mining along the Satluj river near Saidpur village. Public pressure forced the investigation. Key details and official reactions inside.
The Centre has approved Rs 200 crore in special assistance for Uttarakhand to boost mining sector reforms. CM Dhami says it will drive transparency and sustainable growth. Details inside.
Congress MP Randeep Surjewala accuses BJP govt of allowing illegal mining in Haryana, with blasts 350m from villages. Read the explosive allegations.
A massive joint enforcement drive across 20 Rajasthan districts seized over 30 vehicles and recovered ₹3 lakh in penalties for illegal mining in the Aravalli range. Read the full report.
Canada's main stock index closed lower as gold and silver prices fell, pausing a phenomenal yearly rally. The TSX still posted an 8th straight monthly gain and a 29% annual rise, its best since 2009. Read more.
Former Haryana CM Bhupinder Hooda welcomes Supreme Court's directive to halt mining in Aravallis, warning of ecological disaster. Read his full statement.
The record surge in silver prices fuels a massive rally in global mining stocks. Chinese firms like CMOC Group jump 251% YTD, while India's Hindustan Zinc gains 38%. Discover the AI and data centre demand driving the boom.
Garhwa SDO Sanjay Kumar launched a major crackdown on illegal sand mining after a surprise inspection. Notices served to over two dozen. Read about the action and warnings issued.
The Supreme Court will hear the Aravalli hills definition row on 29 December. Environmentalists warn the new 100-metre height criterion threatens the fragile ecosystem. Read the latest updates.