#Mining
Gauhati High Court Probes Illegal Mining Link to Assam Floods
The Gauhati High Court is reviewing a PIL alleging illegal mining in Nagaland and water releases caused catastrophic flooding in Assam.
Naro Jamir • 27 Aug 2026
Gaurav Gogoi attacks Assam government over Kaziranga zone changes
Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi challenges Assam's decision to shrink Kaziranga's Eco-Sensitive Zone and questions controversial wildlife board appointments.
Bibar Daimary • 24 Aug 2026
AJP Chief Lurin Jyoti Gogoi Demands Action on Assam Environmental Damage
AJP President Lurin Jyoti Gogoi pushes for long-term government intervention to stop destructive mining practices worsening floods in Upper Assam.
Timungpi Terang • 24 Aug 2026
Supreme Court Panel Slams Assam Government Over Illegal Mining Near Kaziranga
A Supreme Court committee reports that Assam officials ignored orders to stop mining near Kaziranga National Park and protect wildlife corridors.
Bibar Daimary • 23 Aug 2026
New Mining Law Triggers Meghalaya Sovereignty Concerns
Meghalaya leaders push back against federal mining law changes, citing local land rights and long-standing opposition to uranium extraction.
NEWire Desk • 22 Aug 2026
Petition Challenges Shree Cement Mining Project Over Violent Protests
Petitioners are challenging a Shree Cement mining hearing in Meghalaya, citing video evidence of violence, blocked roads, and a forced roadside birth.
NEWire Desk • 18 Aug 2026
Student Union Demands Shutdown of Illegal Hill Mining in Central Assam
The Middle Assam Koch-Rajbongshi Students Union is pushing the state government to halt illegal hill mining linked to R.S. Gandhi.
Timungpi Terang • 18 Aug 2026
Jaintia Hills Groups Demand Cancellation of Shree Cement Project Hearing
Youth groups and councils demand the state void a chaotic Shree Cement project hearing, citing violence, environmental neglect, and farmer rights.
Walrik Marak • 17 Aug 2026
Students Stage Mock Parliament to Debate Assam Flood Crisis
Students in Tinsukia held a mock parliament to debate flood failures and illegal mining as the death toll from recent flooding climbs past 100 people.
Bibar Daimary • 15 Aug 2026
Jaintia National Council Demands Meghalaya Halt Mining Project Over Land Rights
The Jaintia National Council gave the Meghalaya government 10 days to address land rights disputes involving a proposed Shree Cement mining project.
Walrik Marak • 14 Aug 2026
Hima Langrin Blames Mining Interests for Public Meeting Chaos
Officials allege coal and limestone mining businessmen orchestrated a violent disruption at an August 7 meeting to avoid paying royalties.
Walrik Marak • 13 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Coke Plants Face Scrutiny Over Illegal Coal Sourcing
Auditors are investigating coke plants in Meghalaya for using illegal coal, prompting fresh inspections and strict compliance checks across the state.
Walrik Marak • 12 Aug 2026
Resident Challenges Illegal Sand Mining Near Kaziranga National Park
A Karbi Anglong resident has petitioned the NGT to stop mechanised sand mining in the Deihori River, citing severe ecological damage near Kaziranga.
Timungpi Terang • 11 Aug 2026
Bir Lachit Sena Demands Halt to Mining at Sonaikuchi
Activists are demanding an immediate end to illegal hill blasting in Jagiroad, warning of health risks and environmental damage in the Nagaon forest area.
Bibar Daimary • 11 Aug 2026
KSU Issues 15-Day Deadline to Meghalaya Government
The KSU gave the government 15 days to address five core demands or face escalating protests after a violent public hearing in Lum Syrman.
NEWire Desk • 11 Aug 2026
Arunachal Minister Pushes for Faster Mineral and Geothermal Projects
Science and Technology Minister Dasanglu Pul calls for rapid development of geothermal energy and critical mineral blocks in Arunachal Pradesh.
Tani M • 10 Aug 2026
Nagaland Mining Official Backs Article 371A Protections
Geology Advisor W. Chingang Konyak demands that mineral development in Nagaland respects local land rights and constitutional safeguards under Article 371A.
Naro Jamir • 8 Aug 2026
Nagaland Pushes for Responsible Mineral Development
Nagaland officials are demanding a shift from raw mineral extraction toward scientific processing and geotechnical safety at the 46th SGPB conclave.
Kiyeto Swu • 7 Aug 2026
Dimapur Bans Unauthorized Heavy Machinery for Riverbed Mining
Dimapur Deputy Commissioner Tinojongshi Chang banned heavy machinery for riverbed mining to protect infrastructure and the local environment.
Kiyeto Swu • 6 Aug 2026
Dimapur Bans Unauthorized Heavy Machinery for Riverbed Mining
Dimapur officials banned heavy machinery for unpermitted riverbed mining to prevent environmental damage and protect vital public infrastructure.
Kiyeto Swu • 6 Aug 2026
