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SC to review Raj HC order cancelling 93 sand mining leases.

Also Seeks NHAI Response

Mumbai's groundwater has been declared 'Safe' by the GSDA, despite the agency admitting it lacks data on commercial extraction, tanker withdrawals, and illegal borewells. This contradiction raises serious questions about the assessment's scientific basis, especially given rampant extraction and saline water intrusion into wells.

IIT Delhi experts are studying the Taj Mahal's visitor capacity to manage crowds, following Supreme Court recommendations. The team assessed entry points and visitor flow to determine ideal visitor numbers for the mausoleum and complex. This initiative aims to mitigate damage from increasing footfall, with a report due soon.

The Supreme Court has taken a firm stand against the Rajasthan government, holding them directly accountable for the illegal extraction of sand within the National Chambal Sanctuary, a crucial habitat for endangered wildlife like gharials and dolphins.

Buildings With Glass Facades Are Everywhere Because They Look Good & Save Cost But They're Adding To The Summer Stress

India's space commercial arm, NSIL, is poised for a significant shift as a private sector leader, reportedly from Boeing, is the front-runner for its CMD post. This marks a departure from its history of being led by Isro insiders. The selection process is in its final stages, aiming to bring external expertise to the burgeoning space PSU.

The Supreme Court has intensified vigilance in the National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary following severe criticism of state governments over rampant sand mining. Justices directed UP, Rajasthan, and MP to install Wi-Fi CCTV cameras and develop a uniform SOP to combat illegal mining. The court warned of paramilitary deployment and mining bans if states fail to act.

A decomposed tiger carcass was discovered in a private forest near Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary in Sacorda. Forest officials, alerted by a nature enthusiast, found the remains scattered, suggesting the animal died over two weeks ago. Scavengers are suspected, but the exact cause of death awaits a forensic report.