High Court Slams Officials for Delaying Quarry Permits
The Orissa High Court criticized government authorities for bureaucratic delays in processing quarry permit applications, warning that such inaction hampers public works and harms citizens.
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Father, Teen Daughter Drown in Virar Quarry on Makar Sankranti
A Makar Sankranti family visit turned tragic when a father and his teenage daughter drowned in a water-filled quarry in Virar while trying to save each other.
Jaundice Outbreak in Odisha School, 200 Students Tested
Two students at Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya in Dhenkanal test positive for jaundice, prompting health officials to collect blood samples from 200 students. Parents allege more cases as authorities investigate sanitation and water safety.
Mizoram Minister Visits Quarry Collapse Site
Mizoram's Disaster Management Minister Lalnilawma visited Sihphir Neihbawih after a stone quarry collapse killed one, injured another, and left two missing. He praised rescue efforts and provided financial aid.
55,000 Tonnes of Nagpur Compost Pile Up, No Buyers Found
Nagpur's Bhandewadi waste plant faces a massive 55,000-tonne compost stockpile with no buyers. Authorities explore using it to reclaim abandoned quarries. Read about the disposal challenge.
Man Feared Dead in Perambalur Quarry Landslide
A 45-year-old man is feared dead after a landslide at a stone quarry in Perambalur's Chettikulam village. Rescue operations continue. Read the full story.
Red Fort Blast Victims Still Await Promised Compensation
Two months after the Delhi blast, survivors like Ankush Sharma and Shaina Parveen struggle with injuries, lost livelihoods, and unmet compensation promises. Read their harrowing ordeal.
Odisha clears 7 major industrial projects worth Rs 55,783 cr
Odisha government approves 7 major industrial projects worth Rs 55,783 crore, set to create over 14,500 jobs. Key investments in steel, semiconductors, and rare earths. Discover the details.
Truck falls into 400-ft granite quarry in Namakkal, one dead
A tragic accident in Namakkal's Periyasoorampalayam claims a labourer's life after a truck loaded with quarry dust fell into a 400-foot-deep pit. Driver seriously injured. Police investigation ongoing.
Upa Lokayukta Acts Against 10 Officials in Mandya Quarry Death
Upa Lokayukta Justice B Veerappa initiates a suo motu case against 10 officials for negligence after a truck driver's death in an illegal Mandya quarry. Officials must appear on Feb 16. Read the full report.
Dhenkanal quarry blast: 2 dead, supervisor arrested
Two workers killed in illegal stone quarry blast in Dhenkanal. Police arrest supervisor, seal 20 illegal units. Political blame game erupts over illegal mining. Read the full story.
Illegal Odisha Quarry Cave-In Kills Two Workers
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.
Illegal Mine Blast Kills Two Workers in Odisha
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
Two Dead in Illegal Stone Quarry Collapse, Odisha
Two workers died in a rock collapse at an unauthorised stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal district. Police investigation underway. Read about the safety lapses.
Odisha quarry collapse: Many feared dead, rescue underway
A massive rock collapse at a stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal has trapped several workers. ODRAF teams are leading rescue efforts. Latest updates here.
Rock Collapse at Odisha Stone Quarry Kills Several
A massive rock collapse at a stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal district has left several workers dead. Rescue operations are ongoing. Read the latest updates.
Rock Collapse at Odisha Quarry, Rescue Ops Underway
A massive rock collapse at a stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal district has trapped several workers. Rescue teams are on site. Details on casualties and cause awaited.
Rock Collapse at Odisha Quarry, Rescue Ops On
A massive rock collapse at a stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal district has left several workers feared dead. Rescue teams are working tirelessly. Read for the latest updates and official reactions.
11 Dead in Odisha Stone Quarry Explosion, Rescue Ops On
A massive explosion at a stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal district has claimed 11 lives and left many injured. Details on the rescue operation and ongoing investigation.
Leopard Dies in Suspected Quarry Blast Near Bengaluru, Probe Ordered
A pregnant leopard and her two unborn cubs died near Bengaluru, likely from a quarrying blast. The Karnataka government has ordered a high-level investigation into the tragic incident.
Karnataka orders probe into leopard death near quarry
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre orders investigation into leopard's death in Kaggalipura, suspected link to quarry blasting. Carcass found in Soolivara village.
NGT Allows 56 Quarry Appeals Against SEIAA Clearance Rejection
NGT's Pune bench sets aside Gujarat SEIAA's order rejecting environmental clearances for 56 stone quarries, citing discrepancies in geographical data. The authority must now reassess.
Red Fort blast victims demand higher compensation
Survivors of the Nov 10 Delhi blast near Red Fort say Rs 20,000 compensation is insufficient for medical bills & lost livelihoods. They urge govt review, citing past precedents.
Truck Driver Dies in Mandya Quarry Accident
A tipper truck driver died after his vehicle fell into a deep, water-filled stone quarry in Nagamangala, Mandya. Rescue ops face challenges. Police investigate.
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.
Coimbatore shuts illegal quarry crusher unit in Pollachi
Coimbatore district administration locks and seals a private illegal quarry crusher unit at Thalakkarai near Pollachi. The unit operated with severe violations, facing a Rs 4.7 lakh penalty. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Rs 35 Lakh Lost to Save Rare Owl Eggs in Telangana Quarry
A Telangana quarry stopped operations, sacrificing Rs 35 lakh, to protect a rock eagle owl's nest with five eggs. Discover the story of this conservation miracle near Hyderabad.
Delhi Blast Survivors Struggle for Compensation, Insurance
Victims of the Nov 10 Delhi blast near Red Fort face mounting debt and bureaucratic hurdles as promised compensation remains stuck. Their burnt vehicles, key to insurance claims, lie in police custody. Read their fight for survival.
Delhi Blast Survivors Fight for Insurance, Compensation
Victims of the Nov 10 Delhi blast near Red Fort face financial ruin. With vehicles charred and EMIs due, they battle red tape for insurance and promised govt compensation. Their struggle continues.
Chennai court clears deputy mayor in quarry forgery case
Chennai magistrate court dismisses plea against Deputy Mayor M Mahesh Kumar, upholding CCB report finding no forgery offense. Court details settlement offer refused by petitioner.
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