Indore Tourist Dies at Jaisalmer Resort
A 37-year-old tourist from Indore died of a suspected heart attack while watching a cultural programme at a resort in Sam sand dunes, Jaisalmer.
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Ropar Police Bust Fake Q Forms Racket, Arrest Four
Ropar police have dismantled an organized gang operating a fake website to generate counterfeit Q Forms for illegal sand and construction material transport, causing heavy losses to Punjab government.
ED Exposes Sand Mining Scam Using Poor Vendors as Fronts
Enforcement Directorate uncovers illegal sand mining syndicate in Odisha's Ganjam district. Mafia used betel leaf shopkeepers and vegetable vendors as fronts to obtain licenses for massive unauthorized operations.
Melnik: Bulgaria's Enchanting Wine Town
Explore Melnik, Bulgaria's smallest town, famed for its unique wine, sand pyramids, and rich history. A hidden gem for travelers seeking authentic experiences.
ED Uncovers Odisha Sand Mafia Network, Links to Liquor
ED raids reveal a sprawling criminal network in Odisha involving illegal sand mining, forged permits, interstate smuggling, and illicit liquor manufacturing, following CAG findings of Rs 1,000 crore revenue loss.
Gaya Seizes 24 Tractors in Illegal Sand Mining Crackdown
Authorities in Gaya conducted raids across multiple police station areas, seizing 24 tractors and imposing penalties worth Rs 1.33 crore to combat illegal sand mining from the Falgu river.
Advocate Attacked Over Sand Mining Report in Shivamogga
An advocate from Chandalli village was brutally assaulted after reporting illegal sand transportation in Ripponpet hobli. Police have arrested four suspects in connection with the attack.
7 Vehicles Fined for Illegal Mining in Yamunanagar
Authorities in Yamunanagar, Haryana, have issued challans to seven vehicles involved in illegal sand mining operations, highlighting ongoing enforcement efforts.
Bhim Singh Seeks Ban on Sand Mining in Falgu River
Former minister Bhim Singh calls for immediate ban on sand mining in Falgu river, citing environmental damage and water crisis in Gaya district during DISHA committee meeting.
Belagavi M-Sand Producers Threaten Protest Over Illegal Mining
Frustrated by rampant illegal sand and M-sand extraction, Belagavi's M-Sand Producers Welfare Association warns of staging protests at the Department of Mines and Geology premises if authorities fail to act immediately.
ED Finds Rs 2.5 Crore Cash in Ganjam Mining Mafia Raids
Enforcement Directorate raids in Ganjam district reveal Rs 2.5 crore unaccounted cash hidden in an almirah and benami properties linked to illegal sand and stone mining operations.
Beniwal Ends Protest After Govt Guarantees on Sand Mafia
RLP chief Hanuman Beniwal called off his farmers' protest after Nagaur administration gave written assurances on action against illegal sand mining and pending farmer claims.
Three Arrested in Patna for Sand Trader's Murder
Police in Patna arrested three men for murdering 26-year-old sand trader Pankaj Kumar. The body was recovered from the Ganga River. The accused confessed to the crime, citing personal grudges.
HC: Police Need Magistrate Nod for Non-Cognisable Cases
The Vijayawada High Court has ruled that police cannot investigate non-cognisable cases without prior magistrate authorisation, quashing a sand theft case involving Rs 1,500.
Ganjam Police Seize 11 Vehicles in Sand Mining Raid
Ganjam police conducted simultaneous raids in Aska and Kabisurya Nagar areas, seizing 11 sand-laden vehicles. Authorities are verifying documents and taking legal action against those involved in illegal transportation.
Beniwal Leads March Against Sand Mafia, Alleges Corruption
RLP supremo Hanuman Beniwal began a protest march from Nagaur to Jaipur, accusing BJP, Congress, and officials of enabling illegal sand mining and ecological damage.
Jharkhand HC Lifts Sand Mining Ban After PESA Rules Enforced
The Jharkhand High Court vacated its stay on sand ghat allocation, clearing the way for sand mining after the state implemented PESA Rules to protect tribal rights in scheduled areas.
NGT Task Force Busts Illegal Sand Mining on Yamuna Near Delhi
A late-night raid by an NGT-constituted task force uncovered extensive illegal sand mining in Yamuna, seizing excavators and exposing a fake permit scheme near the Delhi-UP border.
Sand Mafia Threatens Officials in Ahmedabad Raid
Suspected sand mafia members obstructed government officials, used abusive language, and issued death threats during a late-night check near Makarba in Ahmedabad.
Odisha Orders Mechanised Road Cleaning After Fatal Accident
Odisha govt directs road agencies to use mechanical sweepers after sand spillage caused a fatal accident on NH-316. New SOP aims to prevent similar tragedies. Read the full directive.
Rajasthan forest guard killed, alert issued
After the brutal killing of forest guard Jitendra Singh by illegal mining mafia in Dholpur, Rajasthan forest department strengthens safety protocols and staff deployment. Read more.
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.
Artistes Face Hardship Over Delayed Govt Pension in Haveri
Elderly artistes in Haveri, Karnataka, endure severe hardship due to 3-4 year delays in receiving a crucial Rs 2,500 monthly pension. Many struggle for basic needs while awaiting approval.
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.
Congress Accuses BJP Govt of Collusion with Sand Mafia After Fatal Accident
Opposition leaders in Rajasthan term Khari River sand dumper accident an 'open murder', demand CM Bhajan Lal Sharma's intervention. Read about the allegations of political-mafia nexus.
Two Women Killed in Puri Highway Accident
A TV journalist and her neighbour died after their scooter skidded on spilled sand on NH-316. Locals blame truck driver & NHAI negligence. Police probe on.
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.
Bhandara records just 10 murders in 2025, a historic low
Bhandara district in Maharashtra's Vidarbha region reports a historic low of only 10 murders in 2025. SP Noorul Hasan credits intelligence-led policing and a crackdown on organized crime for the dramatic turnaround. Read the full story.
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.
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