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Take steps to stop illegal sand mining in 2 water bodies: HC

TNN / May 11, 2026, 02:40 (IST)

Officials attacked while trying to stop illegal sand mining

May 08, 2026, 02:20 (IST)

Two booked for illegal sand mining in Sullia taluk

TNN / May 10, 2026, 23:39 (IST)

NGT told excavators seized, FIRs filed in Yamuna sand mining case near Narela

May 06, 2026, 23:44 (IST)

illegal sand mining: Chhattisgarh govt fixes accountability on collectors

TNN / May 02, 2026, 22:37 (IST)

Major crackdown on sand smugglers in Amravati, 10 arrested

May 07, 2026, 06:09 (IST)

Citing threat to endangered wildlife, SC flags illegal mining in Raj, MP, UP

TNN / May 01, 2026, 23:07 (IST)

The Supreme Court has intensified vigilance in the National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary following severe criticism of state governments over rampant sand mining. Justices directed UP, Rajasthan, and MP to install Wi-Fi CCTV cameras and develop a uniform SOP to combat illegal mining. The court warned of paramilitary deployment and mining bans if states fail to act.

ACB books geologist, two others for 1.17cr loss to exchequer

TNN / May 01, 2026, 23:34 (IST)

Sand Mafia Runs Riot Across Nagpur, Border Dists As GPS, Geo-Fencing Fail

Apr 29, 2026, 06:24 (IST)

Sand mafia, crime, traffic chaos major challenges for new IG of Magadh range

TNN / May 11, 2026, 23:28 (IST)

Illegal Sand Tractor Kills One, Injures Another on Govindpur-Sahibganj Highway

TNN / May 12, 2026, 22:37 (IST)

A speeding tractor, allegedly transporting sand illegally, collided head-on with a motorcycle near Raidih More in Jamtara district. The accident resulted in the death of 50-year-old Rajamani Mandal and injured Parmeshwar Singh. The tractor driver fled the scene, and police have seized the vehicle as investigations continue.

Loud-hailing, ‘religion’ roadblocks on new govt’s restriction order

TNN / May 12, 2026, 01:26 (IST)

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.

Noose tightens: Sand mafia Kallu & gang of brutes slapped with MCOCA

May 03, 2026, 04:18 (IST)

Noose tightens: Sand mafia Kallu & gang of brutes slapped with MCOCA

May 03, 2026, 04:18 (IST)

Khejuri (SC) assembly election results 2026: BJP's Subrata Paik defeats TMC candidate Rabin Mandal by 32,690 votes

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 17:36 (IST)

Sand mafia jolted, big bust near Bhiwapur

Apr 26, 2026, 02:09 (IST)

Aruvikkara election results 2026: CPI(M)'s G Stephen defeats INC's VS Sivakumar by 2,843 votes

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 16:20 (IST)

In a close contest in Kerala's Aruvikkara, CPI(M)'s G Stephen secured victory, narrowly defeating INC's VS Sivakumar by 2,843 votes. This rural constituency, known for its plantations and fields, faces challenges like river flooding, poor road connectivity, and youth unemployment. The incumbent MLA, G Stephen, previously won in 2021, highlighting the LDF's stronghold.

Neyyattinkara election results: INC's Neyyattinkara wins with 58760 votes

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 21:21 (IST)

Neyyattinkara constituency saw INC's N Shakthan win by 6,966 votes against CPI(M)'s K Ansalan. This result contrasts with the 2021 election where CPI(M) secured victory. The region faces challenges including coastal erosion, poor infrastructure, youth unemployment, and environmental concerns.

Ex-AIADMK minister gets bail in river sand case

TNN / Apr 28, 2026, 02:08 (IST)

Varkala election results 2026: CPI(M)'s V Joy defeats INC's Varkala Kahar by 2,050 votes

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 16:25 (IST)

Varkala, a Kerala constituency known for its cliffs and tourism, faces significant challenges including coastal erosion, urban flooding, and youth unemployment. The incumbent MLA, V. Joy of CPI(M), won the 2021 election by a considerable margin. For the upcoming 2026 polls, key candidates include V. Joy CPI(M), Varkala Kahar (INC), and Adv.