Ex-DGP Prashant Kumar to Head UP Education Recruitment Body
UP CM Yogi Adityanath appoints former DGP Prashant Kumar to lead teacher recruitment, pledges transparency and a crackdown on corruption. Read about the state's new reforms.
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Aravallis: New Definition Exposes 90% to Mining Risk
A new govt definition accepted by the Supreme Court strips protections from 90% of the Aravallis, risking desertification, water security & wildlife. Read why this ancient range is India's ecological shield.
Gravel Mafia Attack Victim Dies, 4 Arrested in Tonk
Mukesh Chaudhary dies after a gravel mafia attack in Tonk's Gahlod village. Family receives ₹50 lakh compensation, job, and booth. Four arrested, main accused at large. Protests erupt.
Bajwa Accuses AAP Govt of Collusion in Punjab Illegal Mining
Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa attacks Punjab's AAP government over unchecked illegal mining, calling it a systematic loot. He demands a judicial inquiry and warns of ecological damage. Read the full story.
Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik builds giant apple Santa in Puri
Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik unveils a massive 60-ft Santa Claus sculpture made with sand and 1.5 tonnes of apples at Puri's Niladri Beach. The artwork promotes peace and aims for a national record. Read more about this festive marvel.
Sultanpur Lodhi farmers battle flood sand deposits for sowing
Months after devastating floods, farmers in Sultanpur Lodhi's Baupur Mand area face a race against time to clear sand and silt for maize sowing. Seechewal leads volunteer efforts. Read the full story.
Yogi Adityanath's Bulldozer Warning to Land Mafia in Assembly
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath issued a stern warning in the Assembly, stating bulldozers will be used against mafia who forcibly occupy residential land. Read the full details.
BCY Chief Slams AP Govt Over Law & Order, Drugs, Political Interference
BCY Party president Bode Ramachandra Yadav alleges complete collapse of law & order in Andhra Pradesh, crimes against women daily. Demands CBI probe into drug mafia, claims minister wields unconstitutional power over police.
Sand Mafia Destroys Check Dams in Telangana
A fact-finding committee blames the sand mafia for destroying key check dams in Karimnagar and Peddapalli using gelatin sticks. It demands immediate police action and restoration.
Rajasthan Police acts against corruption in sand mining
Rajasthan police suspends five SHOs and sends six others to lines after a statewide decoy operation exposes collusion in illegal sand mining. Read the full story.
Odisha suspends officials for illegal sand mining role
Odisha govt suspends Jajpur & Jagatsinghpur mining officers for alleged sand mafia links. Crackdown follows raids, seizures. Read about the state's zero-tolerance policy.
Bihar EOU to Confiscate ₹55 Cr from Mafias
Bihar's EOU cracks down on sand, land, and exam mafias, planning to confiscate properties worth over ₹55 crore. DIG Dhillon reveals arrests and ongoing investigations. Read the full story.
Akhilesh Yadav alleges govt protection for drug mafia in UP
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav accuses the BJP government of shielding codeine syrup racket operators. He demands equal bulldozer action and pushes for an Ahir Regiment in the Army. Read more.
Notorious Land Mafia Arrested in Patna After Long Manhunt
Patna Police arrested wanted land mafia Ravi Raj Singh from Mainpura. He faces charges of cheating, intimidation, and Arms Act violations. A significant step against organized land grabbing.
Yogi Attacks SP, Inaugurates ₹138 Crore Gorakhpur Overbridge
CM Yogi Adityanath inaugurates ₹138 crore Gorakhnath overbridge, attacks previous SP govt for patronising mafia. Read how UP transformed from 'Bimaru' to revenue-surplus.
Dhanbad: Biker killed in dispute over wrong-side driving
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.
Yogi: Cough Syrup Scam Has Samajwadi Party Links
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath claims initial probe connects Samajwadi Party to a cough syrup scam. Read the latest developments and political accusations.
Sand Smugglers Attack Police Team in Yavatmal, API Injured
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 Dept Strike: Minister Offers Talks
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.
Nagpur Metro Uses Crushed Sand to Tackle Shortage
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.
Dumka: Girl killed by sand-laden tractor, protests erupt
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.
Sand Art and Tributes Mark Veer Bal Diwas in Haryana
Haryana commemorates Veer Bal Diwas with sand art and events in Kurukshetra and Ambala, honoring the sacrifice of Sahibzadas. Read about the solemn tributes.
Nagpur: Elderly man assaulted in sand dumping row, arrested
A 68-year-old man in Nagpur's Jaripatka suffered severe injuries after an argument over sand dumping turned violent. Police have arrested one accused under BNS 2023. Read the full details.
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.
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.
Dhurandhar Review: Ranveer Singh's Karachi Thriller
Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar', starring Ranveer Singh, is a 3.5-hour action drama set in Karachi's underworld. Inspired by true events, it blends spy thriller with Godfather-esque saga. Read the full review.
Akhilesh Yadav: Codeine Syrup Racket Had Political Patronage
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav alleges a multi-crore codeine cough syrup syndicate, spanning multiple states and countries, operated under political and bureaucratic protection in UP. Read the explosive 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.
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