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Haryana Regulator Directs Discoms to Cut Power Losses
Haryana's power regulator warns discoms that rising AT&C losses worsen state's financial stress. UHBVN & DHBVN must expedite 24-hour supply to villages. Read the full report.
ED Raids Ex-Minister's Aides in Nagpur Sand Mafia Case
ED raids in Nagpur uncover a ₹1,000-crore illegal sand mining racket linked to a former minister's aides. Get the full story on the cross-border scandal and political fallout.
Cracks Widen on Unsafe Rahon-Machhiwara Bridge in Punjab
Despite being flagged as structurally unsafe by PWD and IIT Roorkee, the Rahon-Machhiwara bridge in Nawanshahr remains open to overloaded tipper trucks, many carrying illegally mined sand, posing a major public safety risk.
NGTA Ultimatum to Greater Noida on Illegal Constructions
NGTA slams Greater Noida Authority for inaction on illegal colonies extracting groundwater. Tribunal gives one-month final deadline to file report. Next hearing on April 8.
UP Cabinet Clears Special Incentives for Semiconductor Sector
Uttar Pradesh Cabinet approves tailored incentives for semiconductor investments over Rs 3,000 crore under new policy. 21 firms already investing, boosting jobs. New forensic university campus & hospital also cleared.
Goa HC Seeks Action Plan on Illegal Chimbel Borewells
Goa High Court directs Water Resources Dept to file affidavit on steps against illegal groundwater extraction in Chimbel. Bench seeks concrete action timeline within four weeks.
Illegal sand mining raid in Paliganj: 6 tractors seized
Paliganj police, in a pre-dawn raid, confiscated six sand-laden tractors and a loader used for illegal mining. Penalties estimated at Rs 23.81 lakh. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Nagpur Police Bust Illegal Sand Mining, Seize Vehicles Worth Rs 6.5L
Bela police and revenue officials halted illegal sand extraction from Nand river near Pipra Shivar. Four accused booked after fleeing the scene. Read the full details.
Bihar's Major Crackdown on Illegal Sand Mining in December
Bihar's mines department conducted 4,582 raids against illegal sand mining in Dec, seizing 574 vehicles. Deputy CM Sinha urges public to report via helpline. Revenue collection exceeds target.
Sacred Bansi River Turns Polluted Drain in Bihar
The holy Bansi river, linked to Lord Rama, faces severe pollution and encroachment. As Magh Mauni Amavasya nears, locals demand action to save this dying tributary of the Gandak.
Illegal sand mining: Udupi police seize vehicle, detain two
Karkala town police intercepted a tipper transporting illegally mined sand without permits. Two individuals were detained. Read the full details of the crackdown here.
Hollywood's Extraction Fantasy: US Power Sells Exit Over Victory
Hollywood's new genre sells American survivability, not dominance. From Zero Dark Thirty to Jack Ryan, the fantasy is about slipping out, not fixing the world. Explore the ideology of the exit.
Tooth Extraction Leads to Sudden Blindness in Diabetic Patient
A diabetic woman lost vision in one eye days after a routine tooth pull due to metastatic endophthalmitis. Dr. Ashish Markan explains the risks and urgent treatment needed. Learn how to protect your eye health.
ED files chargesheet in West Bengal illegal sand mining case
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 Files Sand Mining Charge Sheet, Pegs Scam at Rs 145 Cr
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.
SEC Follows 2014 Rule for Unopposed Civic Poll Wins
Maharashtra's SEC will use a 2014 directive to verify over 60 unopposed candidates in Jan 15 municipal polls, ensuring transparency. Full details inside.
1,800 kg Waste Removed from Yagamso River in Itanagar
Volunteers in Itanagar cleared over 1,8 tons of plastic and construction waste from the Yagamso River. The drive highlights the urgent need for public awareness and proper waste segregation to combat pollution.
Goa's Uguem village silent after sand mafia shooting
The October 27 gunfire over illegal sand mining in Pernem's Uguem has left the village in fear. Locals now hope their deity will restore peace as ecological damage worsens. Read the full story.
Japan's Kioxia tops 2025 stock performance with 540% surge
Japanese memory chip maker Kioxia Holdings saw its shares skyrocket 540% in 2025, outperforming all US tech giants. Discover how the AI data storage boom fueled this incredible rise.
Jalandhar artist creates sand art to welcome 2025
Jalandhar's sand artist, Satinder Singh, created a stunning artwork on New Year's Day 2025, depicting a clock and a dove. Discover his unique celebration and artistic vision.
Mangaluru: 35-year-old pacemaker lead removed in rare procedure
Doctors at Omega Hospital, Mangaluru, successfully extracted a deeply embedded 35-year-old pacemaker lead, curing a patient's year-long recurrent fever. Read about this complex cardiac achievement.
Gulf's Desert Sand Paradox: Why Imports Are Essential
Saudi Arabia & UAE import construction sand from Australia & others. Discover why desert sand fails for skyscrapers like Burj Khalifa & the global sand crisis. #Construction #MiddleEast
Kioxia Stock Up 540% in 2025, Leads World on AI Demand
Japanese chipmaker Kioxia becomes world's top-performing stock, surging 540% in 2025, fueled by AI's massive data storage needs. Read how the memory crunch is reshaping tech.
Tiger Attacks Stop Bamboo Work in Tadoba Reserve
Three fatal tiger attacks on bamboo cutters in Chandrapur force Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve to suspend work. Safety concerns rise as operations continue unchecked in other forest areas. Read more.
Chennai dentist fined ₹2 lakh for wrong tooth extraction
A Chennai consumer court penalized a dental clinic ₹2 lakh for extracting a permanent tooth instead of a milk tooth during orthodontic prep. Read the full details of the medical negligence case.
Minister Jena seizes 3 sand-laden tractors in Ganjam
Steel and Mines Minister Bibhuti Bhusan Jena caught three tractors illegally transporting sand from Ghodahada river bed. Vehicles seized, cases filed. Govt vows zero tolerance on mineral theft.
Sand Smugglers Attack Officials in Krishnagiri, Arrested
An earthmover operator and a tipper truck driver were arrested in Krishnagiri for attempting to murder a tahsildar and deputies who foiled their illegal sand mining operation. Read the full details of the dramatic incident.
NGT Rejects Appeal Against Dhasan River Sand Mining EC Cancellation
NGT rejects appeal to restore sand mining clearance on Jhansi's Dhasan river, citing delay & environmental violations. UP-SEIAA cancelled EC after irregularities. Details inside.
Subarnarekha: The Science Behind India's Golden River
Explore the geology of Subarnarekha, India's 'streak of gold' river. Discover how ancient rocks, invisible gold, and monsoon rains create its legendary auriferous sands. A unique blend of myth and modern science.
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