 | Odisha: Main accused involved in assaulting RI arrestedAs per report, RI Rout had gone to the foothills of Similipal after being informed that stone was being illegally mined in the area. |
 | 2 quarry workers crushed to death under boulder in OdishaIn 2021, a similar mishap happened at a stone quarry near Kukudakhandi, in close proximity to Mahurikalua Chowk, claiming three lives. |
 | Residents oppose fourth stone quarry proposed at their panchayat in Tamil NaduThe residents said they were facing various issues, including environmental pollution and groundwater depletion due to the works at the existing quarries. |
 | Stone quarrying near Kuldiha comes under NGT scrutinyIt was also alleged the quarry activity will deplete the groundwater level in the adjoining area leading to water scarcity. |
 | Missing 15-year-old Chennai schoolgirl found dead in quarry“During an investigation, we found out that the girl went to school, paid fees, and left during the morning break claiming she was unwell. |
| BJP MLA booked for illegal stone quarrying in KarnatakaThere are allegations that explosives substances were used to blast rocks. |
| DMK MLA among 12 quarry owners fined Rs 45 croreThe quarry was among 12 mines that were imposed a fine of Rs 45 crore by the department in the district for offences on Friday. |
