A 50-year-old man was killed after a tractor driver ran him over following an argument over wrong-side driving on NH-32 in Dhanbad. The incident triggered protests against illegal sand mining. Read more.
Assistant Police Inspector Sunil Ambhore was seriously injured after sand smugglers attacked a police team in Yavatmal's Wakodi village. Two accused arrested. Read the full details.
India produces only 10,000 science PhDs yearly, lagging far behind the US and China in research output. Experts warn this gap threatens the vision of a $3 trillion knowledge-based economy. Read more.
Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule calls for talks with employees planning a strike over suspensions linked to illegal sand mining. He warns against pressure tactics. Read the full story.
The CSIR UGC NET December 2025 exam is scheduled for December 18. Get crucial details on shift timings, mandatory documents, and exam day guidelines to ensure a smooth experience.
Facing a severe natural sand shortage, MahaMetro has begun using crushed sand for Nagpur Metro Phase II construction. Trials show promise for a long-term shift. Read more.
A 15-year-old student was killed by an overloaded sand tractor in Dumka. Villagers protest illegal mining. FIR lodged, investigation ongoing. Read the full report.
Haryana commemorates Veer Bal Diwas with sand art and events in Kurukshetra and Ambala, honoring the sacrifice of Sahibzadas. Read about the solemn tributes.
A 68-year-old man in Nagpur's Jaripatka suffered severe injuries after an argument over sand dumping turned violent. Police have arrested one accused under BNS 2023. Read the full details.
CSIR-NEERI's Environmental Epidemiology Lab in Nagpur, led by Dr. Krishna Khairnar, is now an ICMR Collaborating Centre of Excellence. This boosts India's pandemic preparedness and environmental health research. Discover its global impact.
CSIR-CFTRI in Mysuru launches a major initiative to develop specialized, affordable, and nutritious food products tailored for India's growing geriatric population. Read more.
Bori police crack down on illegal sand mining in Dudhana riverbed, seizing equipment & cash worth Rs 3.35 crore. 17 workers detained. Read the full details of the major enforcement action.
The 36th Konark Festival ended with spectacular Odissi and Kathak performances. Sand art awards were announced for 'Atma Nirbhar Bharat' and 'Viksit Bharat' themes. Read more.
A fact-finding committee alleges the Manair river check dam collapse was a mafia-driven blast to aid illegal sand mining. It demands a full probe and criticizes police inaction. Read more.
Pune's Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested a Nigudghar circle officer for accepting a Rs 1 lakh bribe from a sand transporter. The officer had demanded money to allow legal sand transport. Read the full details of the trap laid by ACB officials.
Buxar forest officials, with WCCB, bust an illegal wildlife trade ring, seizing a rare red sand boa snake. Three suspects detained in a late-night raid. Read more.
CSIR-NEERI in Nagpur is now India's National Centre of Excellence on Green Firecrackers, aiming for eco-friendly Diwali celebrations and faster industry certification. Read more.
A severe sand shortage in Jharkhand has halted construction of Daltonganj's 500-bed Medinirai Medical College. The project, delayed since 2019, now misses its 2025 deadline, impacting healthcare services.
Mangaluru Deputy Commissioner announces laterite stone price drop from Rs 65 to Rs 45, with further reduction expected. 59 extraction permits issued to boost supply. Read for details on sand mining and road repairs.
Punjab's brick kiln industry shrinks from 2,700 to 1,500 units in 3 years. A triple burden of 18% GST on coal, soaring mining royalty & tech upgrades threatens rural jobs & hikes brick prices. Read more.
The 15th International Sand Art Festival has commenced on Chandrabhaga Beach, Odisha. Over 140 artists from India & abroad create stunning sculptures. A must-visit cultural spectacle!
Union Minister Jitendra Singh reveals India's aviation sector will require 30,000 pilots and 300 airfields in the next decade. Learn about the massive expansion plans and new indigenous aircraft.
A 15-kilometer traffic gridlock from Buxar Golambar to Dumraon halted NH-922 for over 24 hours, stranding thousands. Sand trade activities and UP border checks caused the massive jam affecting Bihar-UP movement.
Apple reportedly considering Intel as manufacturer for entry-level M-series chips starting 2025, marking significant shift in Apple's silicon strategy. Read more!
Punjab BJP chief Ashwani Sharma accuses AAP government of shielding illegal mining mafia, dares CM Bhagwant Mann to witness ground reality in border districts. Read the explosive allegations.
Cuttack administration imposes ₹12 crore penalties after drone survey exposes massive illegal sand extraction across 15 quarries. Operators given 15-day deadline for payment.
Maharashtra govt orders on-the-spot permit suspension & cancellation for vehicles involved in illegal sand mining. A three-tier penalty system is now in effect to curb revenue loss.
Enforcement Directorate attaches properties worth over Rs 80 crore linked to BRS MLA's brother in illegal granite mining money laundering case. Read full details.
Banaskantha court exposes how sand mafia installed tracking devices on police vehicles to evade capture during illegal mining operations in Banas river. Read shocking details.
CSIR develops breakthrough technology converting hazardous foundry sand into eco-friendly construction bricks. A sustainable solution to industrial waste management in India.