mining regulations

New West Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari has instructed police to curb loudspeaker noise beyond religious sites and prevent road blockades by congregations. The directives also include zero tolerance for illegal mining, cattle smuggling, and crimes against women, with a focus on reopening post-poll violence cases and enforcing strict laws against communal incitement.

Soaring gold prices are igniting a mining frenzy in Brazil's Amazon, leading to accelerated deforestation in protected zones and hazardous mercury contamination. Illegal mining operations are expanding rapidly, particularly within Indigenous territories, posing a significant threat to the rainforest and its inhabitants. Authorities are struggling to curb these activities, which are often financed by powerful criminal organizations.

Tongad has written to the Gr Noida Authority multiple times but his complaint has remained unanswered

Odisha witnessed a shocking 18% surge in road accident deaths during January's road safety month, marking the steepest rise ever. Despite enforcement and awareness drives, fatalities climbed to 688, with Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, and Ganjam reporting significant increases. Experts criticize the department's effectiveness, questioning the impact of substantial spending on campaigns and consultants.

Recent months have seen a disturbing surge in premeditated murders across India, fuelled by rejection and a sense of entitlement. From Hyderabad to Bengaluru, five cities reported five brutal killings, highlighting a dangerous pattern where relationships end in violent deaths.

To help restore degraded hills, mining pits

Arvid Lindblad made an impressive Formula One debut with a points finish but also revealed a strong connection to India and cricket. During his Mumbai visit, he played street cricket at maidans linked to Sachin Tendulkar and said he might have pursued the sport if not racing, highlighting his Indian roots and sporting versatility beyond F1.

Dr Bomsi Wadia, a globally recognised gynaecologist, has moved the Bombay HC to adopt his longtime caregiver, Rajeev Jha — raising questions of rights, legacy, and what defines family in modern India

A tehsildar in Odisha's Jajpur district was critically injured after being allegedly run over by a tractor while attempting to stop illegal minor mineral excavation. The incident highlights the unchecked operations of sand and soil mafias, with police registering cases under attempt to murder and other relevant laws.