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Amazon Gold Mining Linked to Birth Defects - Study

Groundbreaking research uncovers disturbing connection between illegal gold mining in the Amazon and severe neurological disabilities in newborn babies, with mercury contamination reaching crisis levels.

Goa's Salinity Crisis: Experts Sound Alarm

Coastal erosion and rising sea levels are causing dangerous salinity levels in Goa's soil and water, threatening agriculture, tourism, and public health. Experts demand immediate government action.

India's Sand Mining Crisis: Ecological Disaster Ahead

India's construction boom fuels alarming sand mining practices, causing irreversible damage to river ecosystems, groundwater depletion, and threatening millions of livelihoods. Learn about the environmental crisis unfolding across the nation.

Goa sand mining dispute turns violent with shooting

A territorial dispute over sand extraction in Goa escalates into shooting incident near Patradevi, raising serious law and order concerns as opposition parties demand immediate government action.

Punjab Sand Scheme Cuts Prices by 35%

Punjab government's innovative sand mining scheme delivers massive 35% price reduction, making construction more affordable while combating illegal mining.

Tribal man murdered in illegal Dumka coal mine

In a tragic incident highlighting illegal mining dangers, a 28-year-old tribal man was brutally murdered and discovered in an unauthorized coal mine in Jharkhand's Dumka district.

Goa Governor Approves Panchayati Raj Spatial Planning Bill

Goa takes a monumental step in rural governance as Governor P.S. Sreedharan Pillai approves the Panchayati Raj Amendment Bill, empowering village councils with enhanced spatial planning authority and streamlined development processes.

Goa approves mining policy tweak for dump inventory

Goa government approves crucial amendment to mining policy, paving way for comprehensive inventory of unlisted mining dumps across the state. Historic move aims to address environmental concerns and unlock economic potential.

IIT-ISM Dhanbad Techno-Mining Fest Starts Oct 25

IIT-ISM Dhanbad launches its flagship two-day Techno-Mining Festival, featuring cutting-edge competitions, expert sessions, and innovation showcases in mining technology and engineering.

Goa swelters in heat despite yellow rain alert

Goa continues to bake in intense heat despite IMD's yellow alert for rainfall. Temperature soars to 35.5°C with high humidity making conditions unbearable for residents and tourists.

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