Despite enforcement actions, illegal mining of stone and sand continues in Nuh's Aravali belt near Basai Meo. A hillock was brought down in Dec 2024. Read about the latest violations and government response.
Despite Supreme Court orders, illegal mining of stone and sand persists in Haryana's Aravalis near Basai Meo. A hillock was brought down in Dec 2024, with officials finding empty sites upon inspection. Read more on the enforcement challenges.
Punjab govt auctions 29 commercial mining sites via online bidding, generating Rs 11.61 crore. New reforms aim to boost transparency, curb illegal mining, and increase state revenue. Read more.
Buxar mining department's surprise raid leads to truck seizure & FIR for illegal soil transport. ₹8 lakh compounding fee imposed. Officials vow zero tolerance against mining violations.
Violence erupted in Haryana's Nuh after a cricket ball landed in a farmer's field. Police have arrested nine individuals and registered two separate FIRs against dozens.
A four-month probe across three states led to the arrest of a man for forcing a Bihar teen into bonded labour. The boy walked 150 km with a severed arm. Read the full investigation details.
A 28-year-old man from Rajasthan succumbed to head injuries eight days after a brutal lathi attack in Nuh's Mewli village. Police cite old rivalry, launch manhunt for accused. Read the full details.
Violence erupts between residents and a gold mining company in Takhar, Afghanistan, leaving four dead. Officials suspend operations as Taliban's $6.5 billion mining push faces local friction.
Residents of Poira-Bicholim protest against Salgaonkar mining company, blocking iron ore transport. They demand fair employment and better infrastructure. Read their full story.
Punjab's new mineral policy introduces online auctions, new site categories to tackle raw material shortages, curb corruption, and boost state revenue. Read more.
Five people had a miraculous escape after their car skidded off the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway near Nuh. Watch the viral video and learn about the dramatic rescue by locals.
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.
An explosion at Satyam Gun House on Gurgaon-Alwar Highway caused damage to the shop and nearby vehicles. One worker sustained minor injuries. Police investigation is ongoing.
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.
A powerful explosion rocked a gun house in Haryana's Nuh district, injuring one person. Police investigation underway to determine the cause of the blast. Read for details.
A long-standing land dispute in Nuh's Bai village escalated into large-scale violence on December 30, leaving several injured. Police have registered a case against 26 individuals. Read the full report.
ED chargesheets 14 firms & 4 individuals, including businessman Arun Saraf, for laundering Rs 78 crore & illegal sand trade worth Rs 145 crore in West Bengal. Next hearing on Monday.
Authorities in Noida impose a Rs 5 lakh penalty and file an FIR after detecting illegal sand mining in the Yamuna riverbed. The crackdown follows a joint inspection in Raipur Khadar.
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.
Mohali DC Komal Mittal launches 7 special teams for daily checks against illegal mining. FIRs must include vehicle details. A comprehensive database of mining vehicles is ordered. #Mohali #Punjab
Gurgaon police make 8th arrest in major Pakistani espionage & drug supply probe. Sandeep held in Punjab, links to ISI-funded hawala network revealed. Read the full investigation details.
The 4th Odisha Mining & Infrastructure Expo 2026, from Jan 8-11 in Bhubaneswar, will feature 250+ exhibitors and 20,000+ visitors. Discover cutting-edge tech and sustainable practices shaping the future of mining.
A Punjab mining department report reveals extensive illegal mining along the Satluj river near Saidpur village. Public pressure forced the investigation. Key details and official reactions inside.
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.
Garhwa SDO Sanjay Kumar launched a major crackdown on illegal sand mining after a surprise inspection. Notices served to over two dozen. Read about the action and warnings issued.
The Centre's new ban on mining leases in the Aravallis faces criticism as over 1,200 existing leases cover 174 sq km. Experts warn of irreversible environmental damage. Read the full analysis.
More than 1,230 contested mining leases, covering 17,393 hectares, persist in Rajasthan's Aravali hills despite a central ban on new leases. Explore the environmental impact and district-wise data.
BJP leader Vineet Joshi alleges fresh illegal mining activity in Mohali's Majri block, contradicting official claims. He accuses AAP MLA Anmol Gagan Mann of inaction. Read the full report.
Students of a govt polytechnic in Nuh staged vandalism with scrap furniture for social media views. College calls act 'reprehensible', police informed. Read details.