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Assets from unknown sources can’t be presumed to be ‘proceeds of crime’: Allahabad HC

The court in its July 1 order also observed that merely alleging possession of assets from an unexplained source would not automatically establish that they were proceeds of crime under the PMLA. (For Representation)
lucknow news
Published on Jul 07, 2026 10:25 pm IST

Four held for attacking Panchkula police team during an Illegal mining operation

A case has been registered at Chandimandir police station under Sections 109, 121, 132 , 221, 324 (4) related to attempt to murder, voluntarily causing hurt, assault, mischief of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and the Mining Act. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Updated on Jul 03, 2026 08:37 am IST

Five of seven complaints resolved at Panchkula grievance meeting

Krishan Lal Panwar, minister of development and panchayats listening to the complaints of the peopleduring the grievance redressal committee meeting at the PWD Rest House in Sector 1, Chandigarh on Tuesday. (Sant Arora/HT)
chandigarh news
Published on Jul 01, 2026 03:12 am IST

Chhattisgarh government tightens illegal mining rules, raises penalties

With new rules in place, offenders face substantial fines and stricter regulations, fostering a more accountable mining sector in the state.
india news
Published on Jun 25, 2026 12:43 pm IST

Panchkula: Waste disposal, illegal mining puts Ghaggar river in distress

Pollution remains another major concern. Ghaggar river receives untreated or partially treated wastewater through multiple drains. (HT Photo)
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 23, 2026 05:16 am IST

Rupnagar: HC allows de-silting around Aggampur bridge on Sutlej

The June 8 order had come on a public interest litigation (PIL) that claimed illegal mining in Rupnagar area, threatening areas downstream.
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 18, 2026 05:44 am IST

Katraj illegal mining crackdown: 7 cases filed, 8 vehicles seized by revenue department

Acting on these inputs, the squad conducted inspections at several locations and found instances of excavation and transportation without required permissions. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
pune news
Published on Jun 17, 2026 06:34 am IST

‘75% earnings go to CM’: Marandi alleges top-level patronage after 4 die in illegal mine tragedy, Cong hits back

Rescue work underway at a 40-ft-deep unauthorised mine, in Ramgarh district. At least four persons died of suspected asphyxiation while allegedly carrying out mining here. (PTI)
ranchi news
Published on Jun 14, 2026 10:27 pm IST

Ludhiana: Amid clampdown, administration warns mining, police officials of action over negligence

During the floods last year that affected several villages, residents had blamed rampant illegal mining for their ordeal. (HT File)
chandigarh news
Published on Jun 04, 2026 02:59 pm IST

Take immediate steps to curb illegal sand mining in Chhattisgarh: Governor Deka directs officials

Take immediate steps to curb illegal sand mining in Chhattisgarh: Governor Deka directs officials
india news
Published on Jun 03, 2026 03:24 pm IST

10 injured after goons open fire, attack Raj villagers opposing illegal mining

(X/ShivcharanBalai)
india news
Updated on Jun 01, 2026 06:17 pm IST

HT Impact: SC seeks MP’s govt response over illegal mining at Chambal sanctuary

The court said the report indicates that illegal mining and transportation activities continue unabated despite its directions. (ANI)
india news
Published on May 26, 2026 01:11 pm IST

Punjab: MLA Pathanmajra gets bail in mining case

The 50-year-old first-time MLA was held on March 24 from the outskirts of Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh and brought to Patiala the following day. (ANI)
chandigarh news
Published on May 26, 2026 08:00 am IST

Soren stresses transparency in mining sector, strict crackdown on illegal mining

Chief minister Hemant Soren reviews progress of finance and commercial tax department at the state secretariat on Monday. Finance minister Radha Krishna Kishore and other senior officials are also present. (HT Photo)
ranchi news
Published on May 25, 2026 10:55 pm IST

Nuh police dismantle paths used for illegal mining in Aravallis

Officials told HT that the paths were found built on the hills around the Chila Chharoda and Panchgaon villages in Tuaru. (Photo for representation)
gurugram news
Published on May 16, 2026 05:50 am IST

Main accused in Virar RTI activist murder case arrested in Dahanu

The assailants vandalised the car used by the inspection team
mumbai news
Published on May 15, 2026 05:16 am IST

Man killed, hand chopped off in Odisha over illegal mining of laterite stone; two held

Man killed, hand chopped off in Odisha over illegal mining of laterite stone; two held
others
Published on May 11, 2026 06:25 pm IST

Ludhiana: 25 sarpanches seek action over illegal mining

Leaders of several villagers with the memorandum in Ludhiana on Wednesday.
chandigarh news
Published on May 07, 2026 06:48 am IST

Four workers die as coal slurry buries labourers in Jharkhand's Dhanbad

People gather during a rescue operation as at least four workers died after being buried under coal slurry at Moonidih coal washery, in Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, Saturday.
india news
Published on May 03, 2026 01:47 pm IST

Himachal imposes entry fee on mineral-laden vehicles to curb illegal mining

The Himachal Pradesh government has issued a notification imposing check post operation and infrastructure fee on vehicles transporting minor minerals into the state, in a move aimed at preventing illegal mining, transportation, and storage. (Representational image)
chandigarh news
Published on Apr 29, 2026 05:58 am IST

Nuh police destroy illegal mining roads in Aravalli near Hathan

Joint team used earthmovers to block access routes; action followed complaints and drone surveillance uncovering mining network. (HT)
gurugram news
Published on Apr 22, 2026 09:20 am IST

Jailed MLA Pathanmajra arrested in mining case

APP MLA Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra at the district court complex, in Patiala. (ANI FIle)
chandigarh news
Published on Apr 21, 2026 06:34 am IST

VACB launches ‘Operation Earth Guard’ to curb illegal soil mining in Kerala

VACB launches ‘Operation Earth Guard’ to curb illegal soil mining in Kerala
india news
Published on Apr 20, 2026 12:11 pm IST

Now, district collectors to approve stone crusher projects

Following increasing complaints and reports of irregularities, the state has revoked these powers. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
pune news
Published on Apr 16, 2026 04:10 am IST

ED attaches assets worth ₹159 crore in Bengal coal mining probe

The investigation, ED said, has revealed that the illegal mining operations were carried out by a syndicate. (Representative file photo)
india news
Published on Apr 15, 2026 04:41 pm IST

ED arrests I-PAC director Vinesh Chandel in Bengal coal case

The arrest comes more than a week after the agency launched fresh raids on I-PAC on April 2, including at Vinesh Chandel’s residence.
india news
Updated on Apr 14, 2026 11:59 am IST

District collectors given powers to grant mining permissions, says Maharashtra minister

District collectors given powers to grant mining permissions, says Maharashtra minister
mumbai news
Published on Apr 08, 2026 09:08 pm IST

Trailer rams mining team vehicle during raid in Rae Bareli

Officer sustains minor injuries as overloaded red sand vehicle allegedly flees after hitting official Scorpio during anti-illegal mining enforcement drive (Sourced)
lucknow news
Published on Apr 08, 2026 08:59 pm IST

Hoshiarpur villagers block road, seek DSP’s suspension over assault

DSP Palwinder Singh dismissed the allegations, stating that the villagers were resorting to pressure tactics so that they could continue illegal mining activities.
chandigarh news
Published on Apr 03, 2026 04:56 am IST

J&K budget session: 527 stone crushers operational in J&K, says Deputy CM

J&K deputy CM Surinder Choudhary during the Budget session of the state Legislative Assembly, in Jammu, on Thursday. (PTI)
chandigarh news
Published on Apr 03, 2026 04:02 am IST
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