The Central government has directed states to enforce a total prohibition on granting fresh mining leases in the ecologically sensitive Aravalli range. This decisive move aims for long-term protection of its fragile ecosystem and biodiversity. Read the fu
The Indian government has imposed a complete ban on granting new mining leases in the Aravalli range to protect its fragile ecosystem. This decisive move aims to halt environmental degradation.
The Union Environment Ministry has ordered a complete ban on new mining leases across the Aravalli range from Delhi to Gujarat to curb illegal mining and protect the ecosystem. Read more.
The Indian government has prohibited new mining leases across the Aravalli range & its hills. This decisive move aims to safeguard the fragile ecosystem. Read more about this crucial environmental policy.
India's Supreme Court adopts a new 100-metre rule to define the Aravalli range, aiming to regulate mining. This landmark decision fuels a national debate on conservation and enforcement. Read the full story.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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