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Goa sand mining accused freed due to police errors

In a shocking turn of events, a man accused of illegal sand mining in Goa gets acquitted as police fail to follow proper seizure procedures. The High Court ruling highlights critical gaps in enforcement.

3 cops injured in Jharkhand quarry protest stone-pelting

Tension erupts in Jharkhand's Ramgarh district as local residents violently protest quarry reopening, leaving three police personnel injured in stone-pelting incident. Authorities face strong resistance despite court orders.

Putin Orders Rare Earth Mining Plan Amid Global Race

Vladimir Putin orders urgent development of Russia's rare earth mining capabilities as global competition intensifies for these critical minerals essential for modern technology and defense systems.

Oil Lanterns: India's Forgotten Freedom Symbol

Discover the inspiring story of how ordinary citizens used oil lanterns to defy British oppression and light the way for India's freedom struggle in this powerful historical account.

Karnataka Port Protest Turns Violent: Villagers Brutalised

Civil society groups expose police brutality against Honnavar villagers opposing a mega port project in Karnataka. Shocking details of violent suppression emerge as local communities fight for their land and livelihoods.

Punjab Councillors Lock MC Office in Protest

Seven elected councillors in Bathinda locked the Municipal Corporation office entrance, protesting against alleged corruption and administrative negligence in Punjab's civic body.

BYV joins sugarcane farmers protest in Belagavi

Badal Vali Venkatagouda Patil joins forces with sugarcane farmers in Belagavi, amplifying protests against delayed payments and pressing for immediate government action on long-standing agricultural issues.

BlockDAG's $43.5M Presale & X1 Miner Revolutionize Crypto

Discover how BlockDAG's groundbreaking $43.5 million presale success and innovative X1 Miner app are reshaping crypto landscape while Chainlink maintains stability and Aave expands DeFi dominance with $300 billion TVL.

Amazon Gold Mining Linked to Baby Disabilities

Groundbreaking research reveals how mercury contamination from illegal gold mining in the Amazon is causing severe disabilities in newborn babies, creating a silent health emergency.

Panjab University Protests: Students Demand Fee Cut, Security

Panjab University students continue their sit-in protest for the third consecutive day, demanding urgent action on fee reductions and enhanced campus security measures. The peaceful demonstration has gained significant student support.

Mamata, Abhishek Lead Kolkata Protest Nov 4

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee and nephew Abhishek Banerjee to spearhead massive protest march in Kolkata against Centre's alleged fund withholding. Key TMC leaders unite for November 4 demonstration.

US-Pakistan Minerals Partnership Talks Advance

High-level US officials meet with Pakistani counterparts to discuss multi-billion dollar opportunities in Pakistan's mining sector, focusing on critical minerals and enhanced bilateral cooperation.

Amazon Gold Mining Linked to Birth Defects - Study

Groundbreaking research uncovers disturbing connection between illegal gold mining in the Amazon and severe neurological disabilities in newborn babies, with mercury contamination reaching crisis levels.

Assam tea workers protest land transfer to oil company

Hundreds of tea plantation workers in Assam's Dibrugarh district stage massive protest against handing over 57 bighas of tea garden land to Oil India Limited, fearing livelihood loss and environmental damage.

Gumla tribal protest against Kurmi ST status demand

Tensions flare in Jharkhand's Gumla district as tribal groups protest against Kurmi community's push for Scheduled Tribe status, raising concerns about resource sharing and identity preservation.

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