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Haryana charges 6 officials over illegal Aravalli mining in Nuh

An area where illegal mining used to take place at Panchgaon village in Nuh. (HT Archive)
Published on May 07, 2025 09:30 AM IST

Mohali: Zirakpur MC president granted anticipatory bail

The FIR was registered based on a complaint filed by Ranjit Singh alias Minta under multiple sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). (HT Photo)
Published on May 06, 2025 08:58 AM IST

Illegal brick kilns raided in Greater Noida; 2 units shut

The team inspected brick kilns located in village Mahmadpur, Dakwala, and Jhanjhar Road, Asmanpur Kothi late Monday. (HT Photos)
Published on Apr 30, 2025 09:18 AM IST

Haryana human rights panel seeks action-taken report on illegal mining in Panchkula

The matter concerns the villages of Khedawali, Baadh, Lehi, Thane Ki Ser, and nearby area. (HT File Photo)
Published on Apr 27, 2025 08:54 AM IST

Ludhiana: FIR registered against eight over assault in Sasrali Colony

According to the complainants, the police should have taken action immediately after the attack by those “linked to illegal mining”. (HT Photo for representation)
Published on Apr 19, 2025 09:26 AM IST

Petition alleges corruption in mining lease renewal by Sidda

The BJP state unit issued a sharply worded statement, accusing Siddaramaiah of systemic corruption. (PRTI)
Published on Apr 10, 2025 09:32 AM IST

Punjab cabinet tweaks mining policy to reduce sand, gravel prices

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann chaired the cabinet meeting at his official residence. (Sourced)
Published on Apr 04, 2025 09:08 AM IST

Panchkula, Himachal police launch joint crackdown on border area crime

To curb the mining mafia, both state police forces will conduct joint raids in the border areas. (HT Photo for representation)
Published on Apr 04, 2025 08:24 AM IST

Punjab Cabinet approves amendments in mining policy, 'Teerth Yatra Scheme' for people above 50 yrs

Punjab Cabinet approves amendments in mining policy, 'Teerth Yatra Scheme' for people above 50 yrs
Updated on Apr 03, 2025 06:37 PM IST

Odisha govt fails to recover 3,966 crore fine imposed by SC for illegal mining: CAG

Odisha govt fails to recover 3,966 crore fine imposed by SC for illegal mining: CAG
Updated on Apr 02, 2025 08:10 PM IST

IT dept attaches benami properties of Odisha man in 200-cr mineral theft case

Odisha has emerged as the largest source of minor minerals in India with over 2000 sources for granite, sand, ballast, morrum and laterite. (Representational image)
Published on Apr 01, 2025 06:02 PM IST

Sub-inspector assaulted by illegal sand miners in Panchkula

A complaint was filed by SI Rajbir Singh, in-charge of the Amaravati police post, Panchkula. (HT Photo)
Published on Mar 26, 2025 10:38 AM IST

HP assembly budget session: BJP, Congress spar over mining lease

Raising the issue under point of order, Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur, accused Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu-led Congress government of misleading the House by presenting wrong facts. (HT Photo)
Published on Mar 26, 2025 05:18 AM IST

For tax purposes, mining without environmental clearance not illegal: Orissa HC

The Orissa high court building. (File Photo)
Published on Mar 21, 2025 07:09 PM IST

Illegal mining near Sariska Tiger Reserve: SC tells Rajasthan to appoint nodal officer

Illegal mining near Sariska Tiger Reserve: SC tells Rajasthan to appoint nodal officer
Updated on Mar 19, 2025 02:43 PM IST

Have info on illegal mining? Now, tip off Haryana authorities via WhatsApp

An official spokesperson said the general public can share information related to illegal mining on this WhatsApp number which will operate 24 hours. (HT File)
Published on Mar 14, 2025 07:16 AM IST

Haryana: Kadian launches all-out attack on Saini govt

Beri MLA Raghuvir Singh Kadian
Published on Mar 11, 2025 07:34 AM IST

Ludhiana: Stir over illegal mining: Gaunsgarh village head’s son among 2 detained

Villagers during the protest at Gaunsgarh in Ludhiana on Thursday. (HT Photo)
Published on Mar 07, 2025 07:04 AM IST

22 truck drivers fined in Yamunanagar for illegal mining, overloading

In January 2025, as many as 238 cases were registered against those involved in illegal mining and overloading in Yamunanagar and 136 accused were arrested. (HT File/Representational image)
Published on Mar 06, 2025 06:28 AM IST

Punjab: Mastermind behind fake mining dept website held

Punjab Police’s state cyber crime division on Monday arrested the prime accused behind a fake website of the mining department
Published on Mar 04, 2025 08:24 AM IST

Panchkula cop involved in illegal sand mining arrested

The scam, discovered in December 2024 via WhatsApp groups, led to an FIR at Chandimandir police station. (Getty Images)
Published on Mar 02, 2025 09:04 AM IST

HC orders CBI to investigate illegal mining of beach sand in TN districts

A division bench comprising justices SM Subramaniam and M Jothiraman, while hearing a batch of petitions, including a suo motu PIL, directed the federal agency to register criminal cases and launch investigation. (PTI PHOTO)
Published on Feb 18, 2025 06:38 AM IST

Mines department imposes 1.37 cr penalty on violators

In Yamunanagar district, 116 first information reports were registered for illegal mining activities during January and February and 123 vehicles were seized. (HT File)
Published on Feb 14, 2025 08:30 AM IST

Mandi incident: Strengthen officers’ security, Himachal government urged

The police have arrested one individual for allegedly attacking the SDM while the latter was out for a surprise inspection to check illegal mining on the banks of Beas. (HT File)
Published on Feb 13, 2025 05:02 AM IST

Day after mining mafia attack on Mandi SDM, one arrested

Mandi SDM Om Kant Thakur (wearing mask) at the civil hospital after the attack on Monday. (HT Photo)
Published on Feb 12, 2025 07:16 AM IST

Mohali police file FIR in illegal mining case

The action was directed by Mohali deputy commissioner (DC) Aashika Jain, who reiterated the district’s zero-tolerance policy towards such activities. (HT File photo for representation)
Published on Feb 10, 2025 08:32 AM IST

BJP's Annamalai calls for probe into ‘deepest conspiracy’ in activist's murder

Tamil Nadu Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president K. Annamalai. (ANI Photo)
Updated on Jan 23, 2025 11:12 PM IST

Illegal mining in Gurugram starts eroding protective Aravalli barrier

Illegal mining in the Aravalli hills is significantly draining government revenue in the state. (HT Photo)
Updated on Jan 18, 2025 10:44 PM IST

Three more arrested in connection with Assam coal mine mishap: Police

Security personnel try to control members of the Asom Sonmilito Morcha (ASOM) during their protest against the Umrangso Coal Mine incident outside Assam Mineral Development Corporation office in Guwahati on Thursday. (ANI)
Published on Jan 18, 2025 08:27 PM IST

Who benefits from illegal mining in Aravalli hills?

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government in Haryana, headed by chief minister Nayab Saini, has been accused by locals of ignoring overwhelming evidence of illegal quarrying. (HT PHOTO)
Published on Jan 18, 2025 05:32 PM IST