Afghanistan's Ministry of Mines aims to stop illegal mining and boost the economy by attracting skilled investors. They focus on job creation, local processing of minerals, and strict contract awards. Experts say foreign investment in processing will help reduce unemployment and support econ
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the Chief Secretary of Delhi to determine which authority is responsible for regulating illegal groundwater extraction. The directive follows confusion among various respondents about their responsibilities. The issue involved was the illegal ex
Mohali (Punjab) [India], August 2: To prevent excessive illegal extraction and smuggling of the endangered medicinal herb -- Nag Chhatri (Trillium govanianum) to quench the never-ending thirst of the pharmaceutical industry, a Chandigarh University researcher, as part of a joint study, has d
New Delhi [India], June 23 (ANI): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has slapped a fine of Rs 25 lakh on Noida Golf Course for allegedly illegally extracting groundwater through tube wells and using the same for horticulture.
Shopian (Jammu and Kashmir) [India], Dec 10 (ANI): As many as 10 people were arrested as police here initiated action against illegal extraction of sand from Rambi Ara river.