Kerala Road Accidents: 3 Killed in Palakkad, Kottayam
A mother-daughter duo died in a tipper truck hit in Palakkad, while a youth succumbed to injuries in Kottayam. Details on the fatal road accidents and police investigations.
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Odisha suspends officials for illegal sand mining role
Odisha govt suspends Jajpur & Jagatsinghpur mining officers for alleged sand mafia links. Crackdown follows raids, seizures. Read about the state's zero-tolerance policy.
26-Year-Old Killed in Hussainabad Road Accident Due to Fog
A young man died in a head-on collision with a school bus in Hussainabad, Daltonganj. Police cite dense fog as the cause. Read the full report on the tragic incident and its aftermath.
Bihar EOU to Confiscate ₹55 Cr from Mafias
Bihar's EOU cracks down on sand, land, and exam mafias, planning to confiscate properties worth over ₹55 crore. DIG Dhillon reveals arrests and ongoing investigations. Read the full story.
2 dead, 3 hurt in Chennai road crash with stray cattle
Two motorcyclists died and three women were critically injured after a speeding van hit stray cows near Guduvanchery. Read the full details of the tragic Mannivakkam–Adhanur Road accident.
Jammu School Bus Accident: 35 Students Injured
A school bus carrying students from a picnic overturned near Sarore in Jammu, injuring 35. Poor visibility due to fog is suspected as the cause. Read the full report on the rescue efforts and current condition of the injured.
Fatal Scooter Accident Near India Gate, Delhi
A tragic scooter accident near India Gate in New Delhi claims one life, leaves another injured. Police investigation underway with no eyewitnesses found. Read the full report.
Dhanbad: Biker killed in dispute over wrong-side driving
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.
Two fatal accidents in Udupi claim lives of labourer, biker
A labourer succumbed to injuries after being hit by a bus on NH 169(A) near Athradi. In a separate incident, a two-wheeler rider died in a collision in Brahmavar. Read the full report.
Sand Smugglers Attack Police Team in Yavatmal, API Injured
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.
Howrah teen dies after falling from bus while on phone
An 18-year-old from Howrah died after falling from a moving bus on Hemanta Basu Sarani. The victim was reportedly talking on his phone and hanging from the footboard. Read the full report on this tragic accident.
Maharashtra Revenue Dept Strike: Minister Offers Talks
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.
Tourist Van Accident Averted in Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh
A tourist van in Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh, nearly plunged into a gorge after losing control. Locals and tourists rescued all passengers. Watch the dramatic video and learn about another fatal tourist accident in Lonavala.
Nagpur Metro Uses Crushed Sand to Tackle Shortage
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.
Dumka: Girl killed by sand-laden tractor, protests erupt
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.
Sand Art and Tributes Mark Veer Bal Diwas in Haryana
Haryana commemorates Veer Bal Diwas with sand art and events in Kurukshetra and Ambala, honoring the sacrifice of Sahibzadas. Read about the solemn tributes.
Nagpur: Elderly man assaulted in sand dumping row, arrested
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.
Rs 3.35 Crore Sand Mining Machinery Seized in Aurangabad
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.
Odissi, Kathak Mark Finale of 36th Konark Festival
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.
Check Dam Blast Was Deliberate Sabotage: Probe Panel
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.
Thane MACT awards Rs 36.5 lakh compensation in fatal truck accident
Thane MACT orders Rs 36.5 lakh compensation for family of a 20-year-old labourer killed by a speeding truck in 2020. The tribunal held the driver solely responsible. Read the full details of the case and the compensation breakdown.
Pune ACB arrests circle officer for Rs 1 lakh bribe in Bhor
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.
Red Sand Boa Smuggling Racket Busted in Buxar, 3 Held
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.
Two Bikers Killed in Raisen Truck Accident
Two motorcycle riders died after a speeding truck hit them near Ratapani Wildlife Sanctuary in Raisen district. The truck driver fled the scene. Read the full report.
Sand shortage cripples Rs multi-crore hospital project in Palamu
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.
Laterite Stone Price Falls in Mangaluru, More Drops Expected
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.
International Sand Art Festival 2025 starts in Odisha
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!
Senior Citizen Killed in Hit-and-Run Near Chiloda Circle
A 70-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run accident at Chiloda Circle in Ahmedabad. The truck driver fled after the incident. Police are investigating.
Two killed in separate Bengaluru road accidents
A software employee and a pedestrian died in separate road accidents in Bengaluru's Mahadevapura and Devanahalli. Details on the tragic incidents and police investigations.
Raichur Accident: Two Dead as Speeding Truck Hits Father & Son
A tragic road accident near Raichur's Yaramaras Bypass claimed two lives on Monday. A speeding truck ran over a 65-year-old man and his 38-year-old son. Police investigation underway.
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