Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh accuses the Modi government of a 'fatally flawed' redefinition of the Aravalli Hills, threatening the fragile ecosystem. He plans to move Supreme Court in January.
Orissa High Court gives state until Jan 8 to investigate PIL alleging massive under-utilisation of iron ore mining capacity, causing crores in revenue loss. Read the full details.
Supreme Court hears Aravali mining plea, a T20I world record is broken with 5 wickets in an over, and a killing row erupts in Bangladesh. Get all the latest updates here.
Environmentalists warn a new height-based definition for the Aravallis could leave 90% of the range vulnerable to mining and urbanisation, threatening Delhi-NCR's air quality and water security. Learn the full story.
Massive protests erupt across Rajasthan as a new definition of the Aravalli hills, accepted by the Supreme Court, leaves over 90% of the range vulnerable to mining. CM Bhajan Lal Sharma vows protection.
Supreme Court admits plea challenging 100m height rule for Aravalli hills, a move that could expose vast areas to mining. Centre, Haryana, Rajasthan asked to respond.
BJP alleges illegal mining in Mohali's Khizrabad village persists despite FIR, accuses AAP govt of institutionalised corruption. Demands independent inquiry and action.
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav clarifies that mining will be allowed in just 0.19% of the Aravalli hills. No new leases will be granted until a detailed district-by-district sustainable management plan is prepared. Read the full details.
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav clarifies that no new mining leases will be granted in the Aravali hills until a sustainable management plan is finalised, countering opposition claims. Learn the facts.
Odisha govt suspends Jajpur & Jagatsinghpur mining officers for alleged sand mafia links. Crackdown follows raids, seizures. Read about the state's zero-tolerance policy.
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav clarifies only 0.19% of Aravalli's 1.44 lakh sq km is eligible for mining, halts new leases until a sustainable plan is ready. He accuses Congress of spreading misinformation.
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary to act as only 135 criminal cases were filed for 1,439 illegal mining incidents detected since 2020. Read the shocking details.
Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav states no new mining leases in the Aravallis until ICFRE submits a sustainable mining plan. This comes as the Supreme Court receives a review plea on its Nov 20 mining judgement.
Union Minister Bhupendra Yadav clarifies the Supreme Court's Aravalli definition, assures strict mining regulation, and outlines plans to combat Delhi's air pollution. Read the full story.
Tibetan NGOs accuse China of illegal gold mining in Tibet's sacred regions, causing environmental damage. They urge UN intervention to halt the activities and protect local communities.
The Supreme Court's intervention in the Aravalli Range definition sparks a major environmental and legal battle in North India. Understand the mining risks, ecological consequences, and the fight to protect this vital natural barrier.
From halting a mega jungle safari to stopping illegal mining, explore 10 crucial judicial interventions that have defended India's ancient Aravalli range. Discover the new Supreme Court definition and its implications.
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.
India's Supreme Court sets a 100m height definition for the Aravalli hills, halting new mining. Activists warn it may leave lower areas vulnerable to real estate. Discover why protecting this ancient range is crucial for North India's ecology.
Congress leaders accuse Rajasthan BJP government of colluding with mining mafia over Supreme Court's Aravalli hills order. Details on the political clash and environmental concerns inside.
Rajasthan's ruling party defends Supreme Court's Aravalli definition, accuses Congress of politicizing the issue. Get the full details on the environmental and political clash.
Chhattisgarh High Court rejects Keshkal G N India Bauxite Mines' appeal, citing lack of legal standing under amended mining laws. The firm's Rs 20 crore investment claim fails. Read the full legal analysis.
Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav clarifies that nearly 90% of the Aravalli landscape remains protected. Mining is restricted to just 2% under strict Supreme Court oversight. Read the full story.
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav clarifies that only 0.19% of the Aravali range is eligible for mining, dismissing fears of widespread expansion. He urges an end to confusion over the new uniform definition.
The Centre has refuted allegations that its redefinition of the Aravalli range is driven by mining interests, citing a Supreme Court-approved framework for stronger protection. Read the full story.
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav clarifies the new Aravalli definition, stating over 90% of the range will be protected and strict mining regulations remain. Read the full details.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav urges Delhi residents to oppose illegal mining in the Aravalli hills, calling it a necessity for the capital's survival. Read his stark warnings.
Supreme Court's new 100-meter definition for the Aravalli Range aims to end legal disputes but raises fears of mining expansion and ecological damage. Experts warn of threats to water security and desertification.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant will lead a special vacation bench on December 22 to hear urgent matters. This move ensures judicial access during the Supreme Court's winter break.
Delhi's new fee regulation law joins a national landscape. We compare Tamil Nadu's fixation model, Gujarat's hard caps, and Maharashtra's consensus approach, examining legal challenges and implementation hurdles.