Government launches Sand Mining Framework to check illegal extraction

The Union Ministry of Mines has launched Sand Mining Framework to help states deal with the sand mining issues, including demand supply deficit and illegal extraction. It was launched at the third National Conclave on Mines & Minerals held in New Delhi. Key Facts The main objective of framework is to assist states in arriving ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2018

Topics: Government Policies • Illegal Mining • Mining • Ministry of Mines • Sand Mining Framework

Uttarakhand High Court orders completed ban of mining in state

The Uttarakhand High Court has ordered a complete ban on all mining activities in the state for four months. The court gave this order while hearing on Public Interest Litigation (PIL). It comes after a forest guard was allegedly killed by illegal miners near Corbett National Park when he had tried to stop them. Key ..

Month: Current Affairs - March, 2017

Topics: Environment • Illegal Mining • States • Uttarakhand High Court