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.
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Illegal Odisha Quarry Cave-In Kills Two Workers
Two workers died in a rock collapse at an illegal stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal. The quarry's lease had expired and blasting clearance was suspended. Authorities have launched a probe.
Illegal Mine Blast Kills Two Workers in Odisha
Two workers died in an illegal mine blast at an unauthorised stone quarry in Dhenkanal, Odisha. Authorities fear more may be trapped. Rescue ops ongoing. #Odisha #MiningTragedy
Two Dead in Illegal Stone Quarry Collapse, Odisha
Two workers died in a rock collapse at an unauthorised stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal district. Police investigation underway. Read about the safety lapses.
Odisha quarry collapse: Many feared dead, rescue underway
A massive rock collapse at a stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal has trapped several workers. ODRAF teams are leading rescue efforts. Latest updates here.
Rock Collapse at Odisha Stone Quarry Kills Several
A massive rock collapse at a stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal district has left several workers dead. Rescue operations are ongoing. Read the latest updates.
Rock Collapse at Odisha Quarry, Rescue Ops Underway
A massive rock collapse at a stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal district has trapped several workers. Rescue teams are on site. Details on casualties and cause awaited.
Rock Collapse at Odisha Quarry, Rescue Ops On
A massive rock collapse at a stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal district has left several workers feared dead. Rescue teams are working tirelessly. Read for the latest updates and official reactions.
11 Dead in Odisha Stone Quarry Explosion, Rescue Ops On
A massive explosion at a stone quarry in Odisha's Dhenkanal district has claimed 11 lives and left many injured. Details on the rescue operation and ongoing investigation.
Chadha Defends Striking Gig Workers, Slams Exploitation
AAP MP Raghav Chadha defends gig workers' strike, accuses platforms of exploitation and politicizing fair pay demands. He calls for a nationwide debate on worker rights. Read more.
Leopard Dies in Suspected Quarry Blast Near Bengaluru, Probe Ordered
A pregnant leopard and her two unborn cubs died near Bengaluru, likely from a quarrying blast. The Karnataka government has ordered a high-level investigation into the tragic incident.
Karnataka orders probe into leopard death near quarry
Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre orders investigation into leopard's death in Kaggalipura, suspected link to quarry blasting. Carcass found in Soolivara village.
Birbhum woman, kids trapped in Bangladesh await SC hearing
Sweety Bibi and her two sons, declared illegal infiltrators, remain confined in Bangladesh. Their hope rests on a Supreme Court hearing on January 6. Will they ever return home to West Bengal?
Bengaluru Gig Workers' Strike Fails to Gain Momentum
A planned strike by app-based gig workers in Bengaluru saw low participation, failing to disrupt services. Unions cite fear of retaliation as a key reason. Read more on the state of gig worker protests.
Gehlot Pushes for National Gig Worker Welfare Law
Ex-CM Ashok Gehlot demands a national gig worker welfare law based on Rajasthan's landmark Act. He criticizes state BJP govt for delaying rules, forcing workers to strike. Read more.
Gig Workers Strike: Global Rights & India's Status
As Indian delivery workers strike on Dec 31, we examine how countries worldwide have acted on gig worker rights for predictable pay, social security, and safety. Where does India stand?
NGT Allows 56 Quarry Appeals Against SEIAA Clearance Rejection
NGT's Pune bench sets aside Gujarat SEIAA's order rejecting environmental clearances for 56 stone quarries, citing discrepancies in geographical data. The authority must now reassess.
70+ Sanitation Workers Protest Job Loss in Fatehabad
More than 70 sanitation workers in Fatehabad, Haryana, protest sudden termination by private contractor. They demand reinstatement and probe into irregularities. Full story inside.
Truck Driver Dies in Mandya Quarry Accident
A tipper truck driver died after his vehicle fell into a deep, water-filled stone quarry in Nagamangala, Mandya. Rescue ops face challenges. Police investigate.
Food delivery workers strike in Maharashtra for fair wages
Food delivery workers in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar are on strike demanding fair wages, social security, and regulated hours. State-wide token strike observed. Read about their demands and the government's response.
Gig Workers Strike Dec 25, 31 for Fair Pay and Safety
Delivery workers across India, led by major unions, are striking on December 25 and 31, demanding fair pay and better safety equipment from platforms like Zomato and Swiggy. Read more.
Kolkata artist's horror in Dhaka after cancelled concert
Tabla player Mainak Biswas recounts 48 hours of intense anxiety in Dhaka after a concert cancellation, fearing for his safety as a Hindu Indian amid rising tensions. Read his chilling account.
Maharashtra Gig Workers Strike Dec 25 for Fair Wages
Over 16,000 gig workers in Maharashtra will strike on December 25, disrupting food deliveries. They demand fair wages, social security, and an end to exploitative practices in India's app-based economy.
Odisha suspends officials for illegal sand mining role
Odisha govt suspends Jajpur & Jagatsinghpur mining officers for alleged sand mafia links. Crackdown follows raids, seizures. Read about the state's zero-tolerance policy.
Indian Student Jailed in Ukraine Warns Against Joining Russian Army
A Gujarat student, jailed in Ukraine after being recruited by Russia, issues a stark warning to fellow Indians. Learn his story and the government's urgent advisory.
Two Workers Trapped in Jharkhand Coal Mine Collapse
A wall collapse at an open-cast coal mine in Jharkhand's Latehar district traps two workers. Rescue operations are underway. Get the latest updates on the incident.
Journalists Trapped as Protesters Torch Dhaka Media Houses
Furious protesters set fire to media houses in Dhaka after a political killing, trapping journalists inside. Over two dozen rescued as global press safety concerns rise. Read the full report.
Jharkhand Gig Workers Welfare Bill Gets Governor's Nod
Jharkhand Governor Santosh Gangwar approves the Platform Based Gig Workers Bill, 2025, paving the way for minimum wages and social security for gig workers in the state. Read more.
Coimbatore shuts illegal quarry crusher unit in Pollachi
Coimbatore district administration locks and seals a private illegal quarry crusher unit at Thalakkarai near Pollachi. The unit operated with severe violations, facing a Rs 4.7 lakh penalty. Read the full details of the crackdown.
Trapped: Motwane's Film on Mumbai's Loneliness Endures
On Vikramaditya Motwane's birthday, we revisit his 2016 film Trapped, starring Rajkummar Rao. This survival thriller remains a powerful portrait of urban isolation and abandonment in Mumbai. Discover why its themes resonate more than ever.
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