Punjab Raid Near Nangal Seizes Illegal Mining Machinery
In a late-night raid near Khera Kalmot village, Punjab's mining department seized machinery used for illegal sand mining. Officials vow strict action against environmental damage.
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Punjab Demands Special Economic Package from Centre
Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema urges Centre for special economic package citing border tensions & Rs 12,905 crore flood damage. Key demands include GST relief & Rs 1,000 crore for security.
Pilibhit Farmers Face Crop Loss from Nepal Elephants
Wild elephants from Nepal are destroying wheat and sugarcane fields near Pilibhit Tiger Reserve. Farmers demand protection and compensation as forest teams launch night patrols.
Mumbai Teacher Gets Rs 2.12 Crore for Life-Altering Injury
Motor Accident Claims Tribunal orders Rs 2.12 crore compensation for a teacher severely injured by a school bus. The ruling ensures just compensation for loss of livelihood and medical expenses. Read the full details.
Ecologist Gadgil: Goa mining benefits only a small elite
Eminent ecologist Madhav Gadgil criticizes large-scale mining in Goa for causing irreversible ecological damage and destroying sacred sites, highlighting illegal activities and corruption. Read his stark assessment.
Surat: 4 units shut for illegal chemical waste dumping
GPCB shuts four Surat units for dumping 50 tonnes of chemical waste from Bharuch into city drains. A Rs 25 lakh fine imposed and water connections cut. Full details on the busted racket inside.
Karnataka HC: No Insurer Payout for Accident with Invalid Licence
Karnataka High Court rules insurer not liable for compensation if employer fails to verify driver's valid licence. School ordered to pay Rs 5.38 lakh for 2008 bus accident. Read the full legal analysis.
Uttarakhand HC Forms Panel to Assess Mining in Fragile Himalayas
Uttarakhand High Court intervenes in Bageshwar mining case, orders expert panel to decide if operations are killing the fragile Himalayan ecosystem. Interim reports due every 15 days.
Visakhapatnam Air Quality Drive: ₹10 Cr Fines, 159 Challans
Visakhapatnam authorities impose ₹10 crore environmental compensation and issue 159 e-challans in a major anti-pollution drive. Read about the multi-department crackdown.
Bamboo Planting Risks: Hidden Damage to Homes Explained
Planting bamboo for privacy can backfire. Learn how running bamboo damages house foundations, blocks drains & causes disputes. Essential guide for Indian homeowners.
Himachal Govt Challenged Fair Land Compensation Order
Himachal Pradesh government's Supreme Court appeal against a high court order for higher land compensation sparks outrage among activists and affected families. Details inside.
Ajmer Bank Manager Caught Red-Handed Accepting Bribe
Anti-Corruption Bureau arrests cooperative bank manager in Ajmer for demanding Rs 30,000 bribe from a farmer to release crop damage compensation. Full details on the trap and investigation.
Hisar Canal Breach Damages Crops on 30 Acres, Farmers Allege Corruption
A breach in the Balsamand minor canal in Hisar flooded fields, damaging wheat and mustard crops. Farmers allege substandard construction and demand compensation and a thorough investigation.
MSHRC Orders Compensation for Land Acquired in Thane
Maharashtra Human Rights Commission directs Thane Collector to compensate Kurla man whose plot was acquired for Mumbai-Vadodara project without payment. Read the full story.
Sigachi paid ₹42 lakh per family in blast compensation
Sigachi Industries told Telangana High Court it paid ₹42 lakh compensation to each family of the 54 workers killed in the June 2025 blast. The remaining ₹58 lakh of the ₹1 crore total is to be paid by the government. Full details inside.
Viral video shows Manimahesh Yatra littered with plastic waste
A viral video by IFS officer Parveen Kaswan reveals shocking plastic pollution at 13,000 ft during Manimahesh Yatra, sparking outrage. Join the conversation on environmental responsibility.
Uttarakhand HC extends soapstone mining ban in Bageshwar
Uttarakhand High Court extends the ban on mechanised soapstone mining in Bageshwar, forms a high-powered committee to assess environmental damage. Read the full story.
OpenAI's $1.5M Per Employee Pay Sets New Record
OpenAI is paying an average of $1.5 million in stock compensation per employee, the highest in tech startup history, to retain top AI talent in a fierce race against rivals like Meta.
Sagara Katte Sunset Point Faces Severe Pollution Crisis
Iconic Mysuru sunset viewpoint Sagara Katte is drowning in plastic, puja waste & liquor bottles. Locals urge authorities to regulate tourism & save Cauvery backwaters from contamination. Read more.
Activists Report Damage from Bannerghatta Buffer Shrinkage
Environmentalists warn of severe ecological damage as Bannerghatta National Park's buffer zone shrinks, threatening elephants, tigers, and other wildlife. Read the full report.
Mandya sets 6-month deadline for pending inheritance mutation cases
Mandya's minister directs officials to clear all pending 'Pouti Khata' applications within six months and reviews compensation for monsoon-damaged houses and crops. Read for key updates on revenue reforms and infrastructure.
Sigachi Blast: Families Await Full Rs 1 Crore Compensation
Families of Sigachi blast victims, promised Rs 1 crore each, have received only Rs 25 lakh. Migrant workers' kin face financial hardship as they await the remaining Rs 75 lakh. Read their struggle.
Delhi misses NGT deadline, new borewell policy not notified
Delhi govt fails to notify new groundwater policy as NGT deadline lapses. Probe into illegal extraction by 536 Paharganj hotels incomplete, ₹4.32 crore recovered as compensation. Read more.
Rs 2.21 Crore Awarded to Family of Engineer Killed by Bus
Mumbai's Motor Accident Claims Tribunal orders MSRTC to pay Rs 2.21 crore to the family of Aniket Dabholkar, a 30-year-old engineer fatally struck by a speeding bus. The verdict cites driver negligence. Read the full details.
Mohali Police Arrest 15, File 20 FIRs in Mining Crackdown
Mohali police, in a major overnight operation, arrested 15 and filed 20 FIRs for illegal mining. SSP Hans led the raid, seizing heavy machinery. Read the full story.
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.
Rs 1.26 Crore Compensation for Delhi Road Accident Victim's Family
Delhi's Motor Accident Claims Tribunal orders Rs 1.26 crore compensation to the family of a man killed in a 2023 road accident. Read the full details of the landmark ruling.
Dutch NGO Seeks $1.6 Billion from Tata Steel
A Dutch NGO files a massive $1.6 billion claim against Tata Steel's Netherlands units for environmental damage. Read the full details of the legal battle.
Tata Steel sued for €1.4bn over Dutch plant emissions
Tata Steel's Dutch units face a €1.4 billion class action over alleged health and environmental damage near its IJmuiden plant. The company vows to defend itself. Read the full story.
Common Desk Habit Puts Your Laptop at Silent Risk
A seemingly harmless daily routine of keeping drinks near your laptop is causing silent, irreversible damage. Learn why the effects show up weeks later and how to protect your device.
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