Ranchi's Upper Bazar Parking Crisis Worsens Traffic
Upper Bazar in Ranchi struggles with acute parking problems due to narrow roads, rampant encroachments, and rising vehicle numbers, causing daily traffic jams and business losses.
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Mohali anti-encroachment drive resumes January 19
Mohali Municipal Corporation will resume its city-wide anti-encroachment drive from Monday, following Punjab and Haryana High Court orders. Illegal occupiers must clear land voluntarily or face demolition with costs recovered from them.
Mangaluru Acts Against Highway Shops, Fish Truck Spills
Authorities in Mangaluru launch drives to clear illegal shops on NH-66 and tackle water pollution from fish trucks, following public complaints about rubbish and road hazards.
Chennai's Putheri Lake Restoration Stalls Amid Sewage, Encroachments
Nearly a year after a 3.4 crore restoration plan, Putheri lake in Chennai remains plagued by sewage inflow, encroachments, and dumping. Partial work completed, but health concerns grow.
Ranchi: 5 Held in Major Illegal Arms Bust, Weapons Seized
Ranchi police arrested five men for illegal arms trade, seizing pistols and 130+ rounds. The gang sourced weapons from Bihar's Munger. Details inside.
Buxar seizes truck, imposes ₹8L fine for illegal soil mining
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.
Five Arrested for Running Illegal Slaughterhouse in Mathura
Mathura police raided an illegal slaughterhouse in Naujheel, arresting five individuals and seizing equipment. This crackdown highlights ongoing efforts to enforce food safety laws in Uttar Pradesh.
Ghaziabad cracks down on illegal colonies in Loni
Ghaziabad administration demolished illegal constructions on Yamuna floodplains in Loni. The drive targeted 13.5 hectares of unauthorised colonies after multiple warnings. Read about the crackdown on land mafia.
38 Bangladeshis, 8 Kids, to be Deported from UP's Sikandra
Uttar Pradesh police detain 38 Bangladeshi nationals, including 8 children, in Sikandra for illegal stay. Deportation proceedings initiated as none had valid documents. Read the full report.
Amritsar Police Seize 6 Illegal Firearms, Arrest 2
Amritsar police crack down on illegal arms, recovering six firearms in separate incidents. Two arrested as investigations into smuggling networks intensify. Read the full story.
Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project hit by land delays, encroachments
Delays in land acquisition by KIADB and failure to clear encroachments by SWR are crippling the Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project. Costs have skyrocketed from ₹1,470 crore to ₹5,000 crore. Read the full report.
FIR filed for illegal sale of EWS plots in Ludhiana
GLADA officials in Ludhiana have registered an FIR against a developer for allegedly selling plots reserved for Economically Weaker Sections. Read the full details of the case and ongoing crackdown.
Mohali Intensifies Anti-Encroachment Drive with Public Awareness
Mohali Municipal Corporation steps up its anti-encroachment campaign. Councillors will conduct door-to-door awareness to ensure peaceful compliance with court orders. Read more.
Two arrested for selling illegal houses on govt land in Bengaluru
Bengaluru authorities arrest two individuals for illegally encroaching nearly 4 acres of government land and constructing unauthorized houses for sale. The land was earmarked for Smart City projects.
Arunachal CM orders demolition of illegal religious structures
Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu directs authorities to demolish illegal religious sites in Itanagar. New digital ILP system announced to curb illegal immigration. Read the full story.
Rajasthan's 7-Day Crackdown: 552 Actions, 17 Arrests
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.
Panchkula police seize 5 vehicles in illegal mining crackdown
Panchkula police intensify drive against illegal mining, seizing five vehicles including tippers and poclain machines in coordinated night raids. Authorities vow zero-tolerance policy.
Dhenkanal quarry blast: 2 dead, supervisor arrested
Two workers killed in illegal stone quarry blast in Dhenkanal. Police arrest supervisor, seal 20 illegal units. Political blame game erupts over illegal mining. Read the full story.
Illegal Laterite Mining Thrives in Belagavi for 3 Months
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.
11 Arrested in Patna for Land Grabbing, Illegal Arms Seized
Patna police arrested 11 gang members for illegal land possession and seized weapons & liquor. SP details the operation in Gaurichak. Read the full story.
Chandigarh MC Drive: 164 Challans, Illegal Vendors Removed
Chandigarh Municipal Corporation's enforcement wing launched a major drive against illegal vendors and encroachments across key sectors, issuing 164 challans to ensure pedestrian safety and city aesthetics. Read more.
Two Tippers Seized for Illegal Mining Transport in Jalandhar
Jalandhar mining department cracks down on illegal sand transportation, seizing two tippers near Nakodar. Authorities warn of strict action against illegal mining activities.
Illegal Mining Puts Anandpur Sahib Bridge at Risk
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.
Tharoor Defends Bengaluru Demolition, Causes Party Rift
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor supports Bengaluru's demolition drive against illegal structures, triggering discontent within his own party. Get the full story on the political clash.
Nanded Police: 15,000 Raids, Rs 109 Cr Seized in Crackdown
Nanded police range's massive crackdown on illegal businesses nets Rs 109 crore in seizures. Over 17,000 cases registered across four districts with public help via 'Khabar' helpline.
5 Bangladeshis Held in Jamnagar for Illegal Stay, Fake Aadhaar Probed
Jamnagar SOG arrests five Bangladeshi nationals living illegally in India. Fake Aadhaar cards from Gujarat & Maharashtra discovered. Police probe infiltration racket. Read for details.
Major Crackdown on Illegal Mining in Rajasthan Aravallis
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.
Illegal Activities Surge in Canacona's Coastal Areas
Residents of Canacona raise alarm over illegal water sports, shacks violating CRZ norms, and power theft in Palolem & Agonda. Authorities struggle with enforcement, impacting tourism safety and turtle nesting sites. Read more.
8 Bangladeshi Nationals Arrested in Nashik for Illegal Stay
Indiranagar police in Nashik detained eight Bangladeshi nationals without valid documents. The group, including six women, had been working locally. Read the full investigation details.
Congress Concern Over Bengaluru Demolition Drive
Congress voices serious concern over Karnataka's Bengaluru demolition drive in Kogilu village. State CM defends action as removal of illegal encroachments. Read the full story.
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