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.
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Rs 3.35 Crore Sand Mining Machinery Seized in Aurangabad
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.
Odissi, Kathak Mark Finale of 36th Konark Festival
The 36th Konark Festival ended with spectacular Odissi and Kathak performances. Sand art awards were announced for 'Atma Nirbhar Bharat' and 'Viksit Bharat' themes. Read more.
ED Alleges Punjab Govt Failed to Act on Illegal Mining
The Enforcement Directorate claims the Punjab government failed to act on a 2018 illegal mining case. Ex-officer's statement reveals alleged political interference. Read the full investigation details.
NGT orders probe into illegal stone crusher in Mandi
The National Green Tribunal has launched a formal inquiry into Mahalaxmi Stone Crusher in Mandi district for alleged illegal mining and environmental damage. A joint committee must inspect the site within two weeks. Read the full story.
Bihar Deputy CM Orders Swift Action on Crime, Mining, and Cyber Fraud
Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary directs police to tighten law & order, seize illegal mining vehicles in 15 days, and combat cybercrime. Read the key directives from the high-level review.
Odisha Police Bust Illegal Arms Racket, Arrest Two
Bhubaneswar SCU arrests two arms suppliers from Dhenkanal, seizes 11 firearms including carbine. Weapons sourced from Bihar, Jharkhand. Major crackdown on interstate illegal arms trade network.
Check Dam Blast Was Deliberate Sabotage: Probe Panel
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.
Mangaluru: Illegal Laterite Stone Transport, Rs 3.9L Theft
Vittal police intercepted a truck illegally transporting laterite stones without documents. In a separate incident, thieves stole gold and silver worth Rs 3.9 lakh from a house in Kaup. Read for details.
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.
Pune ACB arrests circle officer for Rs 1 lakh bribe in Bhor
Pune's Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested a Nigudghar circle officer for accepting a Rs 1 lakh bribe from a sand transporter. The officer had demanded money to allow legal sand transport. Read the full details of the trap laid by ACB officials.
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.
Red Sand Boa Smuggling Racket Busted in Buxar, 3 Held
Buxar forest officials, with WCCB, bust an illegal wildlife trade ring, seizing a rare red sand boa snake. Three suspects detained in a late-night raid. 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.
Panchkula DC Takes Strict Stand Against Illegal Construction
Panchkula Deputy Commissioner Sushil Sarwan issues a stern warning against illegal construction. Authorities will take strict action, including sealing properties. Read the full details.
Indian trucker held in US after crash kills newlyweds
Rajinder Kumar, an Indian national who entered the US illegally, faces homicide charges after a crash in Oregon killed a couple married just 16 days. ICE has issued an immigration detainer.
36 Illegal Shops Demolished on BSL Land in Bokaro
Bokaro Steel Limited and district administration razed three dozen illegal shops and eateries in Sector 4 City Centre. Officials warn more action is coming. Read the full details.
Sand shortage cripples Rs multi-crore hospital project in Palamu
A severe sand shortage in Jharkhand has halted construction of Daltonganj's 500-bed Medinirai Medical College. The project, delayed since 2019, now misses its 2025 deadline, impacting healthcare services.
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.
Laterite Stone Price Falls in Mangaluru, More Drops Expected
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.
International Sand Art Festival 2025 starts in Odisha
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!
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.
7 Bangladeshi Women Convicted for Illegal Stay in Pune
A Pune court has convicted seven Bangladeshi women for illegal entry and stay. The judge ordered their deportation after converting their jail time into a sentence. Read the full details of the case.
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.
Massive 15km traffic jam strands thousands in Buxar
A 15-kilometer traffic gridlock from Buxar Golambar to Dumraon halted NH-922 for over 24 hours, stranding thousands. Sand trade activities and UP border checks caused the massive jam affecting Bihar-UP movement.
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.
Punjab plans incentives for border area teachers, doctors
Punjab Cabinet plans incentive policy for teachers and doctors in border districts. New rules for charitable societies and GPS on mining vehicles also approved to curb illegal mining.
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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