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Elon Musk refutes reports of SpaceX's $800 billion secondary share sale. He clarifies NASA contracts are won on merit, not subsidy. Read the full details here.
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10 Illegal Miners Booked in Nashik for Rs 1.1 Lakh Loss
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.
28 Abandoned Coal Mines Revived, 4 in Re-tendering
Union Minister G Kishan Reddy announced the revival of 28 abandoned coal mines, with production starting in two. This move aims to boost energy security and generate massive employment.
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.
Mining Areas Show High Lung Damage in Residents, Miners
New data reveals severe lung impairment & heavy-metal exposure in communities near India's mines. Experts warn of insufficient environmental safeguards. Read more.
US Judge Limits Google's Search Deals to One Year
A US federal judge restricts Google's default search contracts to one year, forcing annual renegotiations. This ruling aims to boost competition, especially for AI rivals like OpenAI and Perplexity. Read the full analysis.
Govt to Use Full Coal Mine Safety Budget for Tech Upgrades
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.
Toxic Gas Leak in Dhanbad Mines Kills 2, Sparks Panic
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.
146 Govt Contracts to Arunachal CM's Family Firms in Tawang
Supreme Court directs Arunachal govt to detail all district contracts from 2015-2025 after affidavit reveals 146 contracts worth Rs 384 crore to CM Khandu's family firms. Read the full investigation.
Mining Mafia Attacks Police Patrol in Chandigarh, 2 Held
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.
Illegal Mica Mining Halted in Koderma Wildlife Sanctuary
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.
ED's First Raids in Meghalaya Under PMLA
The Enforcement Directorate conducted its first-ever raids in Meghalaya, targeting entities in a money laundering case linked to illegal coal mining. Details inside.
Malaysia Cracks Down on $1.1bn Illegal Bitcoin Mining
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.
England Women Award 17 Central Contracts for T20 WC Cycle
The England and Wales Cricket Board has awarded central contracts to 17 women's players, including a first-time deal for Mahika Gaur, as the team builds towards the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Ludhiana MC House Meeting Clouded by Accusations
Ludhiana's final MC house meeting of the year faces opposition fury over secrecy in spending and city limit expansion. Get the full story on the political clash.
Naidu: Focus on value addition in mining, curb illegal activity
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.
Punjab brick kilns face extinction amid rising taxes
Punjab's brick kiln industry shrinks from 2,700 to 1,500 units in 3 years. A triple burden of 18% GST on coal, soaring mining royalty & tech upgrades threatens rural jobs & hikes brick prices. Read more.
20 Vehicles Seized in Panchkula Illegal Mining Crackdown
Haryana police seized 20 vehicles for illegal mining violations in Panchkula. The crackdown follows a high-level order and involves survey teams for compliance checks. Read more.
Defence Stock Soars on DPIIT License for UAS, Radar Systems
Apollo Micro Systems shares surged after receiving a 15-year explosives license from DPIIT, enabling production of drones, navigation systems & radars for MoD contracts. Read the full analysis.
Panchkula Police Crack Down on Illegal Mining Operations
Panchkula police intensify crackdown on illegal mining, seizing heavy machinery and registering multiple cases. Authorities vow to continue operations against environmental offenders.
Etawah Police Crack Down on Illegal Mining, 3 Arrested
Joint police-mining department operation in Etawah seizes 4 trucks, arrests 3 drivers for illegal mineral transport. Over ₹5 lakh fine imposed in midnight raid.
LeBron James turned down $10M for historic Nike deal
Discover how 18-year-old LeBron James rejected Reebok's $10 million offer, trusted his gut, and secured a groundbreaking $90 million Nike contract that built his billion-dollar empire.
India's New Labour Reforms: Creep or Leap?
Five years after Parliament passed new labour codes, implementation remains slow. While hailed as revolutionary, experts debate if these reforms represent true transformation or incremental progress.
Indian Firm Negotiates Mining Rights in Afghanistan
Deccan Gold Mines Ltd engages in crucial discussions with Afghan authorities to extract valuable minerals from Afghanistan's rich mines. Historic opportunity for Indian mining sector.
Coal Secretary Reviews Jharia Rehabilitation in Dhanbad
Union Coal Secretary Vikram Dev Dutt visits Belgadia township to assess rehabilitation progress for families displaced by Jharia underground fires. New facilities inaugurated.
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.
Nangal Night Parking Hub for Mining Tippers After Una Ban
Himachal Pradesh mining tippers flood Nangal for overnight parking after Una implements evening-to-morning road ban. Local residents face noise, pollution, and safety concerns.
Cuttack fines ₹12 crore for illegal sand mining via drone survey
Cuttack administration imposes ₹12 crore penalties after drone survey exposes massive illegal sand extraction across 15 quarries. Operators given 15-day deadline for payment.
Coal Secretary Reviews Jharia Rehabilitation in Dhanbad
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.
Maharashtra cancels permits for illegal mining vehicles
Maharashtra govt orders on-the-spot permit suspension & cancellation for vehicles involved in illegal sand mining. A three-tier penalty system is now in effect to curb revenue loss.
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