Punjab's New Mining Auctions Generate Rs 11.61 Crore
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.
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.
A wild elephant blocked the Charmadi Ghat road in Karnataka late Friday night, halting traffic completely and leaving vehicles stranded for nearly 3 km. Read the full report on the dramatic incident.
Indonesia has blocked access to Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot due to its ability to generate sexualized images, violating local laws. Learn about the regulatory crackdown and its implications for AI governance.
Indonesia bans xAI's Grok chatbot for creating non-consensual explicit deepfakes, citing digital violence. Officials demand compliance and safeguards. Read the full story.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A wild elephant blocked a government bus near Anchetty, Krishnagiri, causing a scare. The driver waited patiently until the animal moved. Locals urge forest officials to monitor elephant movement. Read the full story.
NITI Aayog approves Rs 1.64 crore for a Zero Waste Pineapple Innovation Hub in Assam's Cachar district to boost value addition, jobs, and sustainability. Read how this project will transform the local agrarian economy.
India now operates 132 Compressed Bio Gas plants with 920 TPD capacity under SATAT. Minister Puri also announced 50 new oil & gas exploration blocks to boost energy security. Read more.
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
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.
Jammu & Kashmir Police launch investigation after a cricketer displayed a Palestinian flag on his helmet during a local tournament. The incident sparks debate on sports and political expression.
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.
Odisha plans its first-ever gold mine auctions in 2026. A committee meets Jan 3 to finalize the auction calendar for 49 mineral blocks, including two gold-bearing areas. Read more.
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.
Trichy Corporation deploys a high-tech super sucker truck to clear sewer blocks, eliminating manual scavenging. Funded by the 15th Finance Commission, it promises faster, cleaner operations.
An 11-year-old girl suffered burns in Mangaluru after an SUV blocked her father's motorcycle. Police probe beef transport & alleged moral policing. Read details.
Odisha government will finalize auction details for 11 major critical mineral blocks on January 3. The move aims to boost India's domestic supply of strategic resources like graphite and nickel.
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.