There is more conclusive proof for mining in the Aravallis which violated every rule in the book. The interim report submitted to the Supreme Court by the Central Empowered Committee on Friday points

In a bid to clear the controversy surrounding the sea sand mining issue, the Govt has decided to approach central research agencies, the Geological Survey of India (GSI) and the National Institute of

The Kerala Matsya Thozhilali Aikyavedi (TUCI) has decided to agitate against the government move to accord permission for sea sand mining.The state government had entered into an MoU with a

The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notices to the Rajasthan Government and the State Pollution Control Board on an application alleging illegal mining activities at Bharatpur, which falls within

Villagers in Koratagere taluk, Karnataka, are against sand quarrying on the banks of the Suvarnamukhi river as it has affected the ground water level in the area. Setting up sub-canals for irrigating

In a move that would benefit traditional diamonds miners in Madhya Pradesh and Chattisgarh, the Union government has decided to grant permits for one year for mining the precious commodities. Under

The Haryana Chief Minister Om Prakash Chautala urged the Central Government to prepare a specific programme for mining to ensure a judicious use of natural minerals. Speaking at a conference of

A joint convention of the Matsyathozhilali Samyuktha Samithi held in Thiruvananthapuram today decided to launch protest against the move for sea sand mining from March

Mining operations in some parts of Rajasthan are continuing in questionable circumstances. For instance, mining is being carried out in Alwar district near the city

The Centre has drawn up proposed amendments to mining regulations that include making a comprehensive mine closure plan mandatory and empowering village panchayats to grant prospecting licences. The