News Topic:Sand Mining
J&K
J&K Govt initiates customary sand mining to empower locals and curb illegal practices
In a move aimed at curbing illegal mining activities, the government has initiated customary sand mining and announced the provision of short-term permits to local residents.
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Kashmir
Sand miner drowns in Jhelum River in Pulwama
A man lost his life while excavating sand from the Jhelum River in Kakapora Hajibal area of southern Kashmir’s Pulwama district on Thursday morning.
Kashmir
Illegal sand extraction mars beauty of Pampore’s ‘island’
In the absence of any regulation and accountability, vested interest elements have defaced the once beautiful lookalike island in Kashmir’s saffron town Pampore.
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Digpu News
Illegal sand mining in Jabalpur will disturb ecology
Illegal sand mining is continuing in Jabalpur. The Narmada, flowing through the heart of Madhya Pradesh, is today bleeding due to the loot.
Business & Economy
Ban on sand, gravel and mining should be lifted: JKCCC
SRINAGAR — Jammu and Kashmir Contractors Coordination Committee Chairman, Ghulam Jeelani Purza on Monday demanded release of dues of contractors from various departments and...
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Kashmir
Sand Extraction Contracts: APHC asks Govt to stop ‘exploitation’
All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC) Friday said that during the COVID pandemic while initiating the implementation of a demographic change in J&K, the government is simultaneously now also exploiting its natural wealth and resources and rendering local people jobless.
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Kashmir
Illegal sand extraction continues in Shopian’s Rambi Ara
The illegal sand extraction from Rambi Ara river continues unabated in south Kashmir’s Shopian district, making several low-lying areas vulnerable to floods.
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Latest news
J&K Govt raises cancer patient assistance income limit to ₹4 lakh
J&K has revised its cancer patient financial assistance scheme, raising the income eligibility limit to ₹4 lakh and allowing recurring support up to three times.
Yasin Malik won’t contest Sarla Bhat case, asks for death penalty if guilty
Jailed JKLF chief Yasin Malik has told a Srinagar court he won't contest the 1990 Sarla Bhat murder case and seeks capital punishment if convicted, while denying guilt.
Human activity drives pollution concerns in Dal, Nigeen lakes, study finds
A study found elevated phosphate levels in Dal and Nigeen lakes, linking pollution to sewage, detergents, fertilizers and pesticide residues.
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J&K’s digital jobs push needs a verification receipt before trust breaks
To combat fake job offers in Jammu & Kashmir, employers must adopt a "verification receipt" to help candidates instantly identify legitimate opportunities.
Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026: Teams, Groups, Schedule, Points & Livestream
The Royal Premier League Pulwama 2026 has begun, with 10 local teams from Kashmir participating and matches being played at the Sports Stadium Pulwama.