Aug 26, 2020· Karnataka's new sand policy will promote illegal sand mining, says B Ramanath Rai
Jun 07, 2020· KARWAR: Illegal sand mining is going on unabated in Kali river basin in Haliyal and Joida taluks in Uttara Kannada district.
Jun 12, 2019· Illegal sand mining deepens parched Karnataka’s water pain Kin of 2 young tailors to get higher compensation from KSRTC Metacognition Benefits Of
Illegal sand mining Part 4: Karnataka continues to bear brunt of resurgent mafia, ever-changing rules Though former Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah unveiled a new sand mining policy in 2014 giving more power to district-level officials, legal miners remain on tenterhooks, while illegal ones gained the upper hand courtesy ‘protection’ from political bosses.
Karnataka is one of the leading states to witness the devastating effects of rampant sand mining. Between 2015 and 2018, the state has officially registered 20,779 cases of illegal sand mining, and 9,599 FIRs. The state govt is receiving approximately Rs 150 crore per year as royalty from legitimate sand mining. As per estimates, the
Aug 31, 2019· In recent months, reports of illegal sand mining activities have surfaced from Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh among other states. The trade of sand mined without the approval of the concerned state department has led not only to the degradation of natural surroundings but to the killings of several activists and policemen over the years.
Illegal Sand Mining, Shimsha River, Karnataka. Dr. Sameer Rao. Chosen as 'Picture of the Week' Illegal sand mining is not only killing our rivers but will also have immense repercussions on our beaches, as it is the sand carried by rivers that replenishes our coasts. There is an urgent need to find a viable replacement for sand in construction.
Oct 26, 2018· A truck seized by Karnataka police earlier this year during a raid on an illegal sand mining racket on the banks of the Netravathi river near Mangaluru (TOI/ BCCL Mangaluru)
Mar 19, 2017· Since 2014-15, as many as 8,668 cases have been registered against individuals and others for illegal sand mining or transporting. Fines totalling Rs 4,197.88 lakh has been collected so far.
Aug 04, 2013· Karnataka has regulated and monitored sand mining since 2009 through a Sand Mining Policy. Consequently, illegal sand mining has reduced in the state with the government targeting Rs 80 crore as revenue from the current fiscal. Bihar has taken a cue from Karnataka.
Aug 31, 2019· In recent months, reports of illegal sand mining activities have surfaced from Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh among other states. The trade of sand mined without the approval of the concerned state department has led not only to the degradation of natural surroundings but to the killings of several activists and policemen
Sep 19, 2019· Karnataka Police seize 2 trucks from illegal sand mining spot in Karnataka. Police in Karnataka's Chamarajanagar on Thursday seized two trucks in a raid at an illegal sand mining spot near Cauvery river belt at the Kollegal taluk of the district.
Oct 12, 2020· Refuting the allegations over the illegal sand mining at Oleru in Bhattirprolu mandal, Vemuru MLA Meruga Nagarjuna has said that he has no role in
Illegal sand mining: Karnataka Police seize five sand-laden boats. 4, Feb 2019, 1:47 PM. The Karnataka Police in Hirehadagali station limits raided the Tungabhadra river bed at Mylara village and seized five sand-laden boats which were ready for illegal transportation. Two people have been arrested and the rest managed to flee from the place.
Recent attack on senior officials in Udupi highlights the brazenness of illegal sand miners in the state. Looks like attacks on government servants, which were so far restricted to states like Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, has now become a part of Karnataka’s culture. Bengaluru and other tier-two cities in the state have witnessed an exponential infrastructure development and this has triggered a
Jun 12, 2019· Sand mining, water crisis hit Karnataka hard Special team to investigate multi-crore Ponzi scheme Samsung has just announced the #FullOn Galaxy F series, and the hype is crazy!
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Karnataka. The death of IAS officer, D K Ravi, who famously tried to stop illegal mining activities in Kolar district of Karnataka, brought to forefront the power of the sand mining lobby in the
Enforcement & Monitoring Guidelines for Sand Mining Page 8 Pradesh are required to follow SSMG, 2016 as may be revised by MoEF&CC and even other States where illegal sand mining is taking place. The States may review the monitoring mechanism in terms of several directions of the Tribunal and guidelines of MoEF&CC.
Aug 04, 2013· Consequently, illegal sand mining has reduced in the state with the government targeting Rs 80 crore as revenue from the current fiscal. Bihar has taken a cue from Karnataka. "We are in the process of formulating a new sand policy to check illegal mining and ensure maximum revenue out of it," says B. Pradhan, principal secretary, Geology and
Karnataka: Two women officers attacked during raid on illegal sand mining sites Priyanka Mary Francis said she had to run along with her colleague Shilpa Nag to escape from the attackers. By: PTI Mangaluru April 3, 2017 9:12:35 pm Udupi Deputy Commissioner Priyanka Mary Francis and Assistant Commissioner Shilpa came under attack along with
Dec 23, 2017· In the first part we see, how under business as usual scenario, incidences of illegal riverbed mining going on unabated across the country. Reports suggest that Uttar Pardesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Goa have emerged leading states affected by illegal sand mining.
The issue may further worsen as illegal transportation and mining of sand will be now considered as the cognizable offence. Raising his objections to export of sand to Goa, former Karnataka chief minister and Karnataka Janata Party Supremo BS Yeddyurappa had raised the issue on the floor of Karnataka Assembly late Tuesday evening.
Oct 07, 2020· Shivamogga: In a shocking incident, a Range Forest Officer who went to check illegal sand mining and sandalwood smuggling at a village was overpowered by 11 smugglers in Karnataka's Shivamogga. The smugglers, who had loaded sand on to 11 trucks and also covered sandalwood with sand in a few trucks, beat-up RFO Kumar and later tied him to a pole and escaped.
Oct 07, 2020· Shivamogga: In a shocking incident, a Range Forest Officer who went to check illegal sand mining and sandalwood smuggling at a village was overpowered by 11 smugglers in Karnataka's Shivamogga. The smugglers, who had loaded sand on to 11 trucks and also covered sandalwood with sand in a few trucks, beat-up RFO Kumar and later tied him to a pole and escaped.
Illegal sand mining: Karnataka Police seize five sand-laden boats. 4, Feb 2019, 1:47 PM. The Karnataka Police in Hirehadagali station limits raided the Tungabhadra river bed at Mylara village and seized five sand-laden boats which were ready for illegal transportation. Two people have been arrested and the rest managed to flee from the place.
Two women administration officials in Karnataka were allegedly attacked during a raid on an illegal sand mining unit late last night. Deputy Commissioner Priyanka Mary Francis has filed a
Recent attack on senior officials in Udupi highlights the brazenness of illegal sand miners in the state. Looks like attacks on government servants, which were so far restricted to states like Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, has now become a part of Karnataka’s culture. Bengaluru and other tier-two cities in the state have witnessed an exponential infrastructure development and this has triggered a
May 10, 2018· Karnataka election In communally volatile coastal Karnataka, sand mining and politics feed off each other It is a challenge to ensure money from illegal mining
Dec 23, 2017· In the first part we see, how under business as usual scenario, incidences of illegal riverbed mining going on unabated across the country. Reports suggest that Uttar Pardesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Goa have emerged leading states affected by illegal sand mining.
Jun 12, 2019· An MRO who opposed the illegal sand mining was attacked by the TDP leaders. The TDP candidates lost the election wherever illegal sand mining was reported, he asserted.
The issue may further worsen as illegal transportation and mining of sand will be now considered as the cognizable offence. Raising his objections to export of sand to Goa, former Karnataka chief minister and Karnataka Janata Party Supremo BS Yeddyurappa had raised the issue on the floor of Karnataka Assembly late Tuesday evening.
Karnataka: Two women officers attacked during raid on illegal sand mining sites Priyanka Mary Francis said she had to run along with her colleague Shilpa Nag to escape from the attackers. By: PTI Mangaluru April 3, 2017 9:12:35 pm Udupi Deputy Commissioner Priyanka Mary Francis and Assistant Commissioner Shilpa came under attack along with
2 Women Officers Attacked During Raid At Karnataka's Illegal Sand Mining Sites . Karnataka Press Trust of India. Updated: April 03, 2017 6:32 pm IST.
Jun 28, 2016· The government started making slow and steady progress in ensuring sustainable sand mining, after it was alarmed by the attack on an IAS officer in Karnataka in 2015. Goa is also one of the worst-hit states when it comes to illegal sand mining.
The Lokayukta Report on illegal mining in Karnataka details the methods in which miners, government officials and ministers colluded to defraud the government of mining revenues. The report details the complete breakdown of democratic governance in the bellary area [36] [37] and uncovers the "zero risk system", a protection and extortion racket
Jun 27, 2018· However, according to the law, illegal sand mining could lead to two years of imprisonment or a fine of Rs 25,000 or both. D K Ravi, a 36-year-old IAS officer, Additional Commissioner in the commercial taxes department, was found dead at his residence in Bengaluru on March 16, 2015.
Oct 06, 2020· Last Updated: 6th October, 2020 19:37 IST Villagers Detain 17 Trucks Used For ‘illegal’ Sand Mining, Attack Banda BJP MLA Local BJP MLA Raj Karan Kabir was allegedly attacked on Tuesday by some villagers here who had detained 17 trucks used for illegal sand mining, police said.
Illegal sand mining: Karnataka Police seize five sand-laden boats. 4, Feb 2019, 1:47 PM. The Karnataka Police in Hirehadagali station limits raided the Tungabhadra river bed at Mylara village and seized five sand-laden boats which were ready for illegal transportation. Two people have been arrested and the rest managed to flee from the place.
Jun 02, 2011· SEZ contractors spur illegal sand mining in Karnataka Even as the district administration is trying to curb illegal sand mining in coastal districts, the sand mafia is taking their activity to a dangerous level.
We have submitted a 229-page document to the lokayukta regarding illegal sand mining that includes several media reports too. Karnataka sees record rise with over 4,500 cases, 93 deaths in a
Jun 27, 2018· However, according to the law, illegal sand mining could lead to two years of imprisonment or a fine of Rs 25,000 or both. D K Ravi, a 36-year-old IAS officer, Additional Commissioner in the commercial taxes department, was found dead at his residence in Bengaluru on March 16, 2015.
Recent attack on senior officials in Udupi highlights the brazenness of illegal sand miners in the state. Looks like attacks on government servants, which were so far restricted to states like Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, has now become a part of Karnataka’s culture. Bengaluru and other tier-two cities in the state have witnessed an exponential infrastructure development and this has triggered a
Dec 23, 2017· In the first part we see, how under business as usual scenario, incidences of illegal riverbed mining going on unabated across the country. Reports suggest that Uttar Pardesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Goa have emerged leading states affected by illegal sand mining.
Karnataka: Two women officers attacked during raid on illegal sand mining sites Priyanka Mary Francis said she had to run along with her colleague Shilpa Nag to escape from the attackers. By: PTI Mangaluru April 3, 2017 9:12:35 pm Udupi Deputy Commissioner Priyanka Mary Francis and Assistant Commissioner Shilpa came under attack along with
2 Women Officers Attacked During Raid At Karnataka's Illegal Sand Mining Sites . Karnataka Press Trust of India. Updated: April 03, 2017 6:32 pm IST.
Dec 28, 2015· Illegal Sand Mining Goes On Despite NGT Ban Duration: 1:11. Hindustan Times 12,541 views. 1:11. Drowning for Sand: miners risking all for India’s building boom Duration: 3:51.
Oct 12, 2020· Mangaluru: Police opened fire in the air to foil an alleged attempt by cattle traffickers to smuggle cows in a car at Shirthady in Dakshina Kannada district early on Sunday. Sources said a police team, which saw cows being transported in the car, signalled to stop, but the driver of the vehicle
Jul 24, 2019· The Supreme Court on Wednesday sought responses from the Centre, CBI and five states on a plea which sought prosecution of entities involved in illegal sand mining. A bench headed by Justice S A Bobde issued notices to the Centre, the Central Bureau of Investigation, Tamil Nadu, Punjab, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh on a plea which claimed that rampant illegal mining
The YSRC has blamed TD leaders, including a group of MLAs, involved in illicit sand mining activities. Karnataka and surrounding areas have been reeling under severe shortage of sand, 0.3 MT of
Jan 07, 2019· Sand mining: NGT issues show cause notice to offenders. The National Green Tribunal (NGT) today issued notice to all persons, named by Uttar Pradesh goverment as offenders indulging in illegal sand mining, asking why they should not be directed to pay compensation for unauthorised removal of the mineral from river Yamuna.
Nov 19, 2019· In contrast to the hue and cry over availability of sand in Andhra Pradesh, residents in the state’s Srikakulam area are seeing rampant illegal sand mining right under the nose of the district