Three Dead in Illegal Asansol Coal Mine Collapse
A tragic collapse at an illegal coal mine in Asansol, West Bengal, has claimed three lives. Rescue teams are on site amid allegations of mafia involvement and a police investigation.
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Maharashtra SBWL clears iron ore mine in critical tiger corridor
Maharashtra State Board for Wildlife approves iron ore mining in Chandrapur's vital wildlife corridor, sending proposal to NBWL. Experts warn of irreversible damage to tiger habitat and increased human-wildlife conflict. Read more.
Four Afghan Miners Die in Gemstone Mine Accident
Tragedy strikes in Badakhshan as four miners suffocate from fumes while digging for precious stones. The incident highlights the perilous conditions in Afghanistan's mining sector. Read more about the safety crisis.
5 Arrested in Rs 96 Lakh Digital Arrest Fraud, 2 Yes Bank Staff
Delhi Police arrests five, including two Yes Bank officials, for a Rs 96 lakh cyber fraud where an elderly couple was digitally arrested. Read the full investigation details.
Korba Farmer Dies in Mine Blast, Villagers Protest
A 60-year-old farmer died after a rock from a coal mine blast struck him in Korba. Villagers protest unsafe mining near homes. Police register FIR for culpable homicide.
Aravalli Mining Auctions on Hold After SC Ruling
Rajasthan's plans to auction gold and emerald mines in the Aravallis are suspended. The Supreme Court's ban on new leases has stalled high-value projects in Rajsamand and Udaipur. Read the full story.
Nagpur Students See Police Weapons, Tech on Raising Day
Nagpur students explored modern police gear and learned about safety at a Maharashtra Police Raising Day event in Mansar. Discover how the initiative builds community awareness.
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.
Woman constable assaulted in Chhattisgarh coal mine protest
A violent protest against a coal mining project in Chhattisgarh's Tamnar saw a woman constable's clothes torn. Two individuals arrested following the December 27 incident. Read the full report.
Violence at Chhattisgarh Mine Protest, 2 Held After Attack on Police
A protest at a coal mine in Chhattisgarh turned violent as a woman constable was assaulted. Two arrested. Details on the incident and police action.
Baij: Tamnar violence result of anti-poor, anti-tribal policies
Chhattisgarh Congress chief Deepak Baij attacks the Vishnu Deo Sai-led BJP government over the Tamnar coal mine protests. Read about the allegations of a fake hearing and police action.
Jindal Power Withdraws Application for Gare Pelma Coal Mine
Jindal Power Ltd withdraws Gare Pelma coal mine application after violent clashes & 18-day protest in Raigarh. District administration puts controversial project on hold. Details inside.
Chhattisgarh cancels coal mine hearing after violent protests
Raigarh district administration cancels Dec 8 public hearing for Jindal coal mine after violent clashes. Villagers refuse to sell ancestral land, demand project halt. Details inside.
Chhattisgarh coal mine protest turns violent, police injured
A protest against a coal mining project in Raigarh's Tamnar turned violent, injuring policemen & torching vehicles. Villagers demand project cancellation. Details inside.
Raigarh Coal Mine Protest Turns Violent; Cops Injured
A protest against a coal mine in Chhattisgarh's Raigarh escalated into violence on Dec 27, 2025, injuring police and damaging Jindal Power property. Read the full report.
Govt Empowers Company Boards for Faster Coal Mine Approvals
Indian govt notifies Colliery Control (Amendment) Rules, 2025, shifting mine opening approvals to company boards. This reform aims to slash bureaucratic delays by up to 60 days, boosting coal production efficiency.
BUMA Wins AU$740M Whitehaven Coal Contract Extension at Blackwater
BUMA Australia lands a major AU$740 million contract extension with Whitehaven Coal for operations at the Blackwater mine, securing work through 2030. A significant boost for the mining services sector.
Rajasthan relaunches auction for two major gold mine blocks
Rajasthan government restarts the auction process for two significant gold mine blocks in Banswara and Udaipur, aiming to join India's gold-producing states. Bids open until Jan 2, 2026.
Hazaribag: 2 workers dead, 1 hurt in CCL colliery wall collapse
Two workers died and one critically injured after a wall collapsed at CCL's Barka Siyal colliery in Hazaribag. Kin received Rs 40 lakh compensation each and jobs. Read the full report.
Two Workers Trapped in Jharkhand Coal Mine Collapse
A wall collapse at an open-cast coal mine in Jharkhand's Latehar district traps two workers. Rescue operations are underway. Get the latest updates on the incident.
Indian CEO runs world's deepest marathon in Swedish mine
Hindustan Zinc CEO Arun Misra, 59, completed his first full marathon over a kilometre underground in Sweden, aiming to change perceptions about modern mining. Read his inspiring story.
Coal Mine Night Shift Stopped After Elephant Attacks Kill 4
Central Coalfields Limited suspends night operations at Sarubera mine in Ramgarh after a herd of elephants trampled four people to death. Read about the safety measures and official advisory.
Punjab VB Catches 11 in Bribery Traps, 5 Convicted
Punjab Vigilance Bureau arrested 11, including 9 officials, in 8 bribery cases in November. Courts convicted 5, sentencing them to 3-5 years. Details inside.
3 Goa Officials Suspended After Nightclub Fire
Three senior Goa officials suspended following a deadly nightclub blaze. Get the latest details on the investigation and accountability measures. Read more.
Govt to Use Full Coal Mine Safety Budget for Tech Upgrades
After a parliamentary panel flagged under-utilisation, the Coal Ministry vows to fully spend safety funds on AI, biometrics, and modern equipment to curb accidents and regulate unpaid overtime in mines.
Toxic Gas Leak in Dhanbad Mines Kills 2, Sparks Panic
Two dead, over a dozen hospitalised after toxic gas leak from abandoned Dhanbad mines. District administration and BCCL intensify response. Read about the crisis and relief efforts.
Dhanbad Gas Leak: 2 Dead, Residents Demand Rehabilitation
Two women died after inhaling toxic gas from a fire-affected coal mine in Dhanbad's Kenduadih Rajput Basti. Residents protest, refusing to leave without written rehabilitation assurances. Read the full report.
30+ Police Injured in Chhattisgarh Mine Protest Clash
Violent clashes erupt in Surguja as villagers protest SECL's Amera coal mine expansion. Over 30 police personnel injured in stone-pelting. Details on the land acquisition dispute and ongoing tensions.
Toddler Found Safe After Night Alone in Coffee Plantation
A miraculous rescue in Madikeri as 2-year-old Sunanya is found unharmed after spending 14 hours alone in a coffee plantation. Read how a pet dog helped locate the missing child.
Rajasthan BLOs achieve 95.9% voter enumeration target
Rajasthan election officials achieve 95.9% voter enumeration success despite deadline extension. Jaipur district shows impressive 91% completion rate. Read how technical expertise drove this achievement.
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