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The Latest Breaking News from Geology

Mystery of where Mona Lisa was painted has been solved, geologist claims

Ann Pizzorusso says she has tracked down the background landscape of the world’s most famous painting

The Guardian - UK · May 11, 2024

Volcano Erupts On Galapagos Islands, No Threat To Visitors

Eruption of volcano on Galapagos Islands showcases Earth's dynamic geology and biodiversity. No immediate threat to visitors. Authorities monitoring situat...

Top News · Mar 4, 2024

Lokayukta sleuths arrest geologist for accepting bribe

The Lokayukta officials on Monday arrested a geologist with the Mines and Geology Department in Chickballapur while allegedly accepting a bribe of ₹35,000 from a businessman for an official favour.

The Hindu · Feb 19, 2024

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The Geology of Viewing: Why TV Advertisers Need a Multilayered Approach

Brands looking to reach consumers at scale today need to lean on the right mix of boulders, rocks and sand

TV Tech · Feb 5, 2024

Police file chargesheet in geologist murder case

The Subramanyapura police have filed a 600-page chargesheet in the murder of K.S. Prathima, 45, a Deputy Director in the Mines and Geology Department

The Hindu · Feb 5, 2024

VACB unearths irregularities in quarry unit

Irregularities in stone quarry operation in Kottayam, causing a loss of ₹58 lakhs to the State government.

The Hindu · Feb 3, 2024

Moon rock revelations could solve lingering lunar geology puzzle

High-temperature experiments conducted on Earth with lunar rock samples may have finally revealed how a unique type of rock was created and distributed on the moon.

Space · Jan 16, 2024

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A.P. govt. should come clean on sand mining contract, says TDP

TDP spokesperson Pattabhiram accused Mines & Geology Director Venkat Reddy of lying about sand mining in the State.

The Hindu · Nov 15, 2023

Senior geologist found murdered

A 45-year-old senior geologist working at the Department of Mines and Geology was found murdered at her house in Doddakallsandra in Subramanyapura police station limits on November 5.

The Hindu · Nov 5, 2023

CID files another case against Naidu, former TDP Minister, MLAs on free sand policy ‘anomalies’

: CID files case against N. Chandrababu Naidu & cabinet colleagues over free sand policy & alleged loss to Andhra Pradesh exchequer. Complaint lodged by Director, Mines & Geology, V.G. Venkat Reddy. Preliminary inquiry revealed policy implemented without due procedures, malafide intentions & financial implications not discussed. Investigation into motivations…

The Hindu · Nov 2, 2023

New Mexico’s Wild Hydrogen Days

State hydrogen projects promoted, killed; governor goes to Australian hydrogen conference with oil and gas reps.

Capital & Main · Nov 1, 2023

Perambalur Collectorate scuffle | 13, including members of DMK, arrested

Police arrested 12 persons in Perambalur for scuffle between DMK and BJP at Deputy Director of Geology and Mining office. Arrested persons are members of DMK and from Perambalur and Ariyalur districts. They were charged under IPC and TN Property Act. The scuffle broke out on Oct 30, the last…

The Hindu · Nov 1, 2023

Director of Mines rejects TDP’s sand mining scam allegation

Mines & Geology Dir. denies TDP's allegations of irregularities in sand mining tenders; says process transparent, govt. got ₹33 cr. more than last time.

The Hindu · Oct 30, 2023

Ernakulam Rural police intensify drive against illegal sand mining in Periyar

Ernakulam Rural police intensify drive against illegal sand mining in Periyar; four big boats seized, sand seized & report sent to Mining & Geology dept. Special squad formed, District Anti-Narcotics Special Action Force collecting info. Sand mined from Periyar called 'Periyar Gold', fetches ₹40-60K/load, mostly taken to Kollam.

The Hindu · Oct 25, 2023

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The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023

Qatar environmentalist wins Prof. Shobheendran Award

Qatar's Saif Ali Al Hajri selected for 1st Prof. T. Shobheendran Global Green Award for his environmental initiatives. He was a professor of Geology at Qatar University, UN Commissioner for Sustainable Development Goals, and International Ambassador for Gulf Network for Social Responsibility.

The Hindu · Oct 13, 2023

Kerala government effects major reshuffle in top echelons of civil services

Kerala government reshuffles top civil services; Divya S. Iyer appointed MD of Vizhinjam port; Shibu to replace her as Pathanamthitta DC; Haritha V. Kumar as director of Mining & Geology dept.; Vinod as Malappuram DC; Devidas N. as Kollam DC; Arun K. Vijayan as Kannur DC; Snehil Kumar Singh as…

The Conversation · Sep 11, 2023

What caused Morocco's earthquake? A geologist studying the Atlas mountains explains

The epicentre of Morocco’s devastating earthquake on 8 September was in the High Atlas Mountains, about 71km south-west of Marrakesh. Moina Spooner, from The Conversation Africa, asked Jesús Galindo-Zaldivar, who has been carrying out research on the formation of the Atlas mountains and the geology of the area, about the…

The Hindu · Aug 30, 2023

Police thwart TDP leaders’ attempt to storm office of Director of Mines and Geology Dept. in Vijayawada

Several TDP leaders were taken into custody by the police on Wednesday when they were planning to lay siege to the office of the Director of Mines & Geology (DMG) at Ibrahimpatnam as part of their ‘Isuka Satyagraha’ protests against illegal sand mining.

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The Guardian - UK · Aug 24, 2023

India’s rover takes walk on the moon after frenzied celebrations

Solar-powered vehicle will spend two weeks roaming lunar surface to help scientists understand geology of moon

The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2023

Jamie Oliver shares a supportive message to children who have dyslexia on GCSE results day

The TV chef left school aged 16 with GCSEs in geology and art

The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2023

Millions of old analog photos are sitting in storage. Digitizing them can unlock countless memories

Old photos can be a treasure that keeps on giving — if you can get them out of boxes and drawers and get at them

The Hindu · Aug 11, 2023

Sought permission for de-silting of tank on behalf of private builder, says Shadakshari

Shadakshari sought permission for de-silting Muddana tank on behalf of private builder. He admitted writing to Abbalagere GP & Mines & Geology Dept. He maintained society had no role in illegal activity & offered sites to govt. employees at affordable prices. #Shivamogga #MuddanaTank #De-Silting #GovernmentEmployees #PrivateBuilder #AffordablePrices

Salon · Jul 28, 2023

Wait, did Swifties cause an earthquake?

The seismic activity at Swift's tour stop is comparable to a 2.3 magnitude earthquake, geology professor says

The Hindu · Jul 27, 2023

Set up single-window system to resolve mining lease issues: Siddaramaiah

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has called for the setting up of a single-window system to resolve issues relating to mining lease. Mr. Siddaramaiah on Thursday held a meeting to settle the pending issues related to the Forest Department and agencies under the Mines and Geology Department, during which he directed the…

The Hindu · Jul 19, 2023

Activist files complaint with Lokayukta against Shivamogga officials

Alleging rampant illegal sand extraction in villages in the ecologically sensitive area of the Western Ghats, Jansangrama Parishat activist Girish Achar has filed a complaint with the Karnataka Lokayukta against the officers of Karnataka Power Corporation Limited (KPCL), Mines and Geology Department, Revenue Department, and the police.

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