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SC forms high-powered expert panel to re-examine Aravalli definition

The Supreme Court has formed a high-powered committee to review the Centre's report on the Aravalli hills. This panel will conduct an independent assessment of the definition and boundaries of the Aravalli range. The committee, led by Kanchan Devi, will submit its findings by August 31, 2026.

The Economic Times

Mining turns India's heat-shield hills to dust

Dizzyingly deep pits from large-scale mining scar India's ancient Aravalli mountains, threatening the future of a forested buffer that New Delhi relies on for protection from furnace-hot desert winds. "If we don't protect the Aravalli, the northern Gangetic plains -- which is a food basket for the rest of the…

The Economic Times

Expert committee on Aravalli must consult domain experts, other stakeholders: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has announced the creation of a dedicated expert committee to delineate the Aravalli hills' boundaries. With a focus on community engagement, the panel will include five to seven members who will collaborate with specialists and the public. This decision follows earlier directives that temporarily stopped mining activities…

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Aravalli row: Won't pass order in favour of mining lease holders for now, says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has stopped issuing orders for mining leases in the Aravalli hills. The court is receiving disturbing feedback about mining activities. It will not allow any mining until fully satisfied. This sensitive matter involves ecological concerns. The court previously banned new leases until expert reports are available.

The Economic Times

Inside the influencer campaign that defended a contested Aravalli order

In the last week of December 2025, Instagram was flooded with strikingly similar posts carrying the hashtag #AravalliIsSafe. Using near-identical scripts, influencers argued that a controversial Supreme Court order on the Aravalli Hills was being misrepresented, environmental concerns were exaggerated, and critics were spreading misinformation.

Newslaundry

Is India’s environment minister lying about the new definition of the Aravallis?

The #SaveAravalli campaign stands out in an unexpected way. At a time when most protests against the government are quickly branded “anti-national” or dismissed as the work of “Urban Naxals,” that script hasn’t been rolled out here.

Newslaundry

A toxic landfill is growing in the Aravallis. Rs 100 crore fine changed nothing

As protests grow against the degradation and redefinition of the Aravalli range, another serious crisis looms: the Bandhwari landfill.

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Dec 24, 2025: Delhi breathes easier, but its green shield is at risk

Today’s Aaj Ka AQI is from the Mehrauli Archaeological Park, a site spread across 81 hectares in south Delhi. The park lies close to Sanjay Van that is part of the Aravalli range – specifically the South Central Ridge – one of the city’s last remaining natural buffers.

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What happened to Arnab? Questioning govt on Aravallis, taking shots at ‘Rs 15 cr anchor’

In a curious turn, Arnab Goswami, primetime anchor and Republic TV editor-in-chief, went on air last night criticising the Centre and the Supreme Court for their inability to protect the Aravalli range from “big billionaire companies”. He even took a clean shot at “the [Rs] 15 crore anchor paid by…

Newslaundry

No fresh mining leases, renewals in Aravallis, Supreme Court orders

Supreme Court halts new mining leases in Aravalli hills, orders uniform definition to protect environment and livelihoods.

The Hindu

Illegal mining in the Aravalli range must stop, says SC

Supreme Court demands halt to illegal mining in Aravalli Range, Rajasthan to protect environment and heritage.

The Hindu

Nuh violence accused held after gunfight with police in Aravalli hills

Man arrested in Gurugram after brief encounter with police for involvement in communal violence in Nuh. Identified as Aamir, a resident of Didhara village, he opened fire at police and was injured in retaliatory firing. Search for other accused still on.

The Hindu

Three farmhouses including one of singer Mika Singh sealed for green laws violation

Three farmhouses situated in Rojka Gujar village, near Damdama Lake in the Aravalli region, have been sealed. Read on for details:

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