Rs 3.35 Crore Sand Mining Machinery Seized in Aurangabad
Bori police crack down on illegal sand mining in Dudhana riverbed, seizing equipment & cash worth Rs 3.35 crore. 17 workers detained. Read the full details of the major enforcement action.
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Odissi, Kathak Mark Finale of 36th Konark Festival
The 36th Konark Festival ended with spectacular Odissi and Kathak performances. Sand art awards were announced for 'Atma Nirbhar Bharat' and 'Viksit Bharat' themes. Read more.
Check Dam Blast Was Deliberate Sabotage: Probe Panel
A fact-finding committee alleges the Manair river check dam collapse was a mafia-driven blast to aid illegal sand mining. It demands a full probe and criticizes police inaction. Read more.
Pune ACB arrests circle officer for Rs 1 lakh bribe in Bhor
Pune's Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested a Nigudghar circle officer for accepting a Rs 1 lakh bribe from a sand transporter. The officer had demanded money to allow legal sand transport. Read the full details of the trap laid by ACB officials.
Red Sand Boa Smuggling Racket Busted in Buxar, 3 Held
Buxar forest officials, with WCCB, bust an illegal wildlife trade ring, seizing a rare red sand boa snake. Three suspects detained in a late-night raid. Read more.
Sand shortage cripples Rs multi-crore hospital project in Palamu
A severe sand shortage in Jharkhand has halted construction of Daltonganj's 500-bed Medinirai Medical College. The project, delayed since 2019, now misses its 2025 deadline, impacting healthcare services.
Laterite Stone Price Falls in Mangaluru, More Drops Expected
Mangaluru Deputy Commissioner announces laterite stone price drop from Rs 65 to Rs 45, with further reduction expected. 59 extraction permits issued to boost supply. Read for details on sand mining and road repairs.
International Sand Art Festival 2025 starts in Odisha
The 15th International Sand Art Festival has commenced on Chandrabhaga Beach, Odisha. Over 140 artists from India & abroad create stunning sculptures. A must-visit cultural spectacle!
Massive 15km traffic jam strands thousands in Buxar
A 15-kilometer traffic gridlock from Buxar Golambar to Dumraon halted NH-922 for over 24 hours, stranding thousands. Sand trade activities and UP border checks caused the massive jam affecting Bihar-UP movement.
BJP Leader Challenges Punjab CM Over Illegal Sand Mining
Punjab BJP chief Ashwani Sharma accuses AAP government of shielding illegal mining mafia, dares CM Bhagwant Mann to witness ground reality in border districts. Read the explosive allegations.
Cuttack fines ₹12 crore for illegal sand mining via drone survey
Cuttack administration imposes ₹12 crore penalties after drone survey exposes massive illegal sand extraction across 15 quarries. Operators given 15-day deadline for payment.
Maharashtra cancels permits for illegal mining vehicles
Maharashtra govt orders on-the-spot permit suspension & cancellation for vehicles involved in illegal sand mining. A three-tier penalty system is now in effect to curb revenue loss.
Kunal Kamra's RSS T-Shirt Controversy: BJP Demands Police Action
Comedian Kunal Kamra faces BJP backlash over RSS-mocking T-shirt. Party demands police action against the controversial apparel. Full details on the escalating political row.
Kunal Kamra's RSS T-Shirt Sparks Political Controversy
Comedian Kunal Kamra faces BJP backlash after sharing photo wearing RSS-mocking T-shirt. Maharashtra minister warns of police action over 'objectionable' post.
ED attaches Rs 80cr properties in granite mining scam
Enforcement Directorate attaches properties worth over Rs 80 crore linked to BRS MLA's brother in illegal granite mining money laundering case. Read full details.
NCP (SP) mounts offensive against Deputy CM Ajit Pawar
NCP (SP) spokesperson condemns Ajit Pawar's funds remark as threatening to voters. Political tension escalates in Maharashtra ahead of crucial elections.
Sand Mafia Installs Tracking Devices on Police Vehicles
Banaskantha court exposes how sand mafia installed tracking devices on police vehicles to evade capture during illegal mining operations in Banas river. Read shocking details.
Pakistani Rapper Sparks Fury Waving Indian Flag
Pakistani rapper Talha Anjum faces massive backlash after waving Indian tricolor at concert. The artist defiantly responds 'I'll do it again' amid growing controversy.
CSIR turns hazardous foundry sand into green bricks
CSIR develops breakthrough technology converting hazardous foundry sand into eco-friendly construction bricks. A sustainable solution to industrial waste management in India.
Brazil Photographer Deletes Instagram Over India Vote Row
Matheus Ferrero's stunning portrait of an elderly Indian voter sparks political storm, leading to account deletion and international debate about art and politics.
Kerala Film Awards Controversy: Vedantham Win Divides Industry
Gayatri Asokan defends controversial Vedantham Kerala State Award as Dedi Damodaran condemns jury decision, creating major industry split over recognition criteria.
Punjab's Sand Paradox: Glut in Fields, Mining in Rivers
Punjab faces a curious sand crisis: massive stockpiles lie unused in fields while illegal mining devastates riverbeds. Discover the economic and environmental implications of this growing problem.
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.
Bihar Polls: Union Minister, JD(U) Leader Booked for Remarks
FIR registered against Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh 'Lalan' and JD(U)'s Anant Singh for inflammatory election statements. NDA faces internal turmoil as Bihar police take action following Election Commission directives.
Erika Kirk Rejects Jimmy Kimmel's Apology Over Death Remarks
Erika Kirk delivers powerful rejection of Jimmy Kimmel's apology following controversial comments about Charlie Kirk's death. Read the explosive response that's shaking Hollywood.
Rakai's Halloween Stream Sparks Major Controversy
Popular streamer Rakai faces massive backlash after controversial Halloween costume choice during live stream. Discover what really happened and why it's dividing the internet.
Dargah debunks viral non-veg food claims in Chikkamagaluru
Shri Guru Dattatreya Bababudan Swamy Dargah clarifies viral video misinformation, confirming only vegetarian food served to devotees at Chikkamagaluru shrine.
Joe Rogan Nazi Controversy: Truth Behind Viral Podcast
Joe Rogan faces massive media backlash after controversial comments on his podcast with Elon Musk. Discover what really happened and why social media exploded.
Karnataka award to Maratha head sparks language row
Kannada activists protest as Maharashtra-born Dr. S.D. Shrishty receives prestigious state award, reigniting linguistic pride debate in Karnataka.
SC to hear plea against BJP's communal video on Nov 25
India's Supreme Court schedules November 25 hearing for urgent plea demanding removal of BJP's alleged communal video. Legal showdown escalates over controversial content.
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