Mathura police raided an illegal slaughterhouse in Naujheel, arresting five individuals and seizing equipment. This crackdown highlights ongoing efforts to enforce food safety laws in Uttar Pradesh.
MP High Court warns Gwalior municipal authorities over illegal constructions, citing the fatal Indore tragedy. Officials ordered to clear encroachments in 15 days to prevent disaster.
Ahead of the January 15 BMC elections, the Bombay High Court has repeatedly criticized the civic body's inefficiency on key issues like pothole deaths, pollution, and illegal constructions. Read the full report on the court's directives.
Ghaziabad administration demolished illegal constructions on Yamuna floodplains in Loni. The drive targeted 13.5 hectares of unauthorised colonies after multiple warnings. Read about the crackdown on land mafia.
Uttar Pradesh police detain 38 Bangladeshi nationals, including 8 children, in Sikandra for illegal stay. Deportation proceedings initiated as none had valid documents. Read the full report.
NGTA slams Greater Noida Authority for inaction on illegal colonies extracting groundwater. Tribunal gives one-month final deadline to file report. Next hearing on April 8.
Amritsar police crack down on illegal arms, recovering six firearms in separate incidents. Two arrested as investigations into smuggling networks intensify. Read the full story.
GLADA officials in Ludhiana have registered an FIR against a developer for allegedly selling plots reserved for Economically Weaker Sections. Read the full details of the case and ongoing crackdown.
Punjab & Haryana High Court demands a comprehensive list of illegal constructions in Siswan's forest area, noting discrepancies in government reports. Read about the court's strict directives.
Bengaluru authorities arrest two individuals for illegally encroaching nearly 4 acres of government land and constructing unauthorized houses for sale. The land was earmarked for Smart City projects.
Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu directs authorities to demolish illegal religious sites in Itanagar. New digital ILP system announced to curb illegal immigration. Read the full story.
Supreme Court criticizes Uttarakhand govt for inaction on massive forest land encroachment in Rishikesh, hints at politician-bureaucrat nexus. Details of illegal constructions sought.
Rajasthan government intensifies its crackdown on illegal mining, taking 552 enforcement actions in a week. 17 arrests made, over 500 vehicles seized, and Rs 2.88 crore fines recovered. Read the full report.
Panchkula police intensify drive against illegal mining, seizing five vehicles including tippers and poclain machines in coordinated night raids. Authorities vow zero-tolerance policy.
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 laterite mining flourished in Belagavi's Badas village for over 3 months, despite being in the constituency of Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar. A raid failed to stop the 'influential' contractor. Read more.
Kerala's new land regularisation SOP could nullify years of legal action against 57 illegal constructions in Idukki, including resorts on govt land. Read the full investigation.
Construction of Goa's first foot overbridge with lift and escalator at Bambolim's Fulancho Khuris shrine begins. The Rs 6 crore project aims to prevent fatal accidents on the busy highway. Read details.
Patna police arrested 11 gang members for illegal land possession and seized weapons & liquor. SP details the operation in Gaurichak. Read the full story.
Jalandhar mining department cracks down on illegal sand transportation, seizing two tippers near Nakodar. Authorities warn of strict action against illegal mining activities.
Rampant illegal mining near the Sutlej river is endangering a crucial bridge in Anandpur Sahib. The Mining Department has filed a police complaint. Read about the threats and official response.
Nanded police range's massive crackdown on illegal businesses nets Rs 109 crore in seizures. Over 17,000 cases registered across four districts with public help via 'Khabar' helpline.
Jamnagar SOG arrests five Bangladeshi nationals living illegally in India. Fake Aadhaar cards from Gujarat & Maharashtra discovered. Police probe infiltration racket. Read for details.
Chomu administration demolishes illegal constructions in Imam Chowk after December 25 stone-pelting incident. 19 arrested, police injured. Read the latest updates on the crackdown.
Ludhiana district administration initiates a detailed ground survey in Lal Dora areas to identify illegal constructions and encroachments. The move aims to enforce building bylaws and ensure planned development.
Bombay High Court criticizes Thane, Navi Mumbai, Kalyan Dombivli, Bhiwandi-Nizampur corporations for failing to enforce laws against illegal constructions, warning thousands could have been prevented.
A massive joint enforcement drive across 20 Rajasthan districts seized over 30 vehicles and recovered ₹3 lakh in penalties for illegal mining in the Aravalli range. Read the full report.
Residents of Canacona raise alarm over illegal water sports, shacks violating CRZ norms, and power theft in Palolem & Agonda. Authorities struggle with enforcement, impacting tourism safety and turtle nesting sites. Read more.
Indiranagar police in Nashik detained eight Bangladeshi nationals without valid documents. The group, including six women, had been working locally. Read the full investigation details.
Green Goa Foundation demands immediate government action against illegal worker housing in Cuncolim industrial estate, warning of potential tragedies similar to the Arpora fire that killed 25.