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Koli-Kabbaliga Samanvaya Samiti Alleges District Administration’s Failure to Check Illegal Sand Mining
This incident occurred in Belagumpa village in Chittapur taluk of Kalaburagi district in Karnataka, where 23-year-old Sridhar Navalkar died on April 7. The family of the deceased and members of…

Global Recognition for Indian Sand Artist Sudarsan Pattnaik
Awards and Accolades Sudarsan Pattnaik, a renowned Indian sand artist, has made history by becoming the first Indian to receive the prestigious Fred Darrington Sand Master Award at the 2025…

The Punjab Cabinet Unveils Innovative Decisions to Benefit the People
The Punjab Cabinet recently made several significant decisions, aimed at improving the lives of its citizens. These decisions were approved during a high-level meeting at the Chief Minister’s official residence…

Building Dreams on the Beach: The Art of Sand Sculpting
When it comes to creativity, few mediums offer the same thrill as sculpting with sand. For Jim and Anna McCauley, a father-daughter team of high-level competitive sand sculptors, this art…

The Ultimate Showdown: Race Against the Tide
Meet the Host Iain Stirling is set to host the latest competitive format on the BBC. The voice of ITV’s Love Island is a comedian who is looking forward to…

World-renowned Sand Artist Sudarsan Pattnaik Wins Prestigious Award at Sandworld 2025
Sudarsan Pattnaik, a world-renowned sand artist, has made history at the Sandworld 2025 International Sand Art Festival in Weymouth, England. Pattnaik won The Fred Darrington Sand Master Award for his…

Panaji: High Court Orders Strict Action Against Contempt
The high court has issued a stern warning to the chief secretary of Goa, stating that he will be held liable for contempt if any officers ignore complaints of illegal…

The Beachfront Battle: A Swell of Controversy
The Central Coast Council has issued an alert over the weekend after a huge coastal swell caused significant coastal erosion at Wamberal and The Entrance, resulting in landslips underneath beachfront…

The Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival: A Celebration of Resilience and Art
**The Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival: A Celebration of Resilience and Art** 17 Sculptors from Around the World Gather in Clearwater Beach The annual Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival, presented…

The Sand Painters Art Club Announces Winners of 2025 Spring Art Show
The 2025 Spring Art Show, a testament to the artistic talent and dedication of the Sand Painters Art Club, has come to a successful close. The event, held at the…

A New Climate-Friendly Material in the Making
Researchers at Northwestern University have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of construction materials, developing a new substance made of seawater, carbon dioxide, and electricity that could revolutionize the…

Unveiling the Art of Sand Sculpting: Meg Murray’s Journey to the Top
Meg Murray, a renowned Australian sand sculptor, has been perfecting her craft for over four decades, and her journey to the top is a testament to her dedication and passion….