PMO flags Delhi's disproportionate vehicle load with 37% running on outdated emission norms. High-level meeting directs Delhi, UP, Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan to accelerate EV transition and expand charging infrastructure.
RBI's new gold loan norms target pawnbrokers using customer gold as collateral for bank loans. Learn how this protects borrowers and strengthens regulations.
Supreme Court rules no fixed timelines for presidential assent but allows judicial scrutiny for prolonged delays. Also: CAFE 3 fuel norms debate, Red Fort blast probe, and Bihar election analysis.
India's proposed CAFE-3 emission norms create industry divide as small car makers warn of price hikes while SUV manufacturers support weight-based formula. Learn how this affects car buyers.
India's proposed CAFE 3 emission norms create industry split as lighter cars face steeper efficiency targets than heavier SUVs. Maruti, Tata differ on approach.
Supreme Court's retrospective project clearances dilute environmental jurisprudence and may incentivise violations. Read how this decision impacts India's green future.
Supreme Court recalls Vanashakti judgment but maintains environmental protection principles. Prior Environmental Clearance remains crucial as ecological damage is irreversible. Industry celebrations premature.
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announces five new environmental awards to recognize conservation efforts. Four Karnataka cities face pollution challenges.
Tamil Nadu faces procurement crisis as record 47.99 lakh tonnes paddy harvest clashes with monsoon rains. CM Stalin urges Centre to relax moisture norms as farmers suffer losses.
Supreme Court plans organ transplant guidelines, Jaishankar opens new consulates in Russia, Canada visa delays worsen. Stay updated on key developments affecting Indians.
Supreme Court recalls May 16 verdict barring ex post facto environmental clearances in 2-1 split decision. Majority cites Rs 20,000 crore public resources at stake while dissenting judge calls it environmental retrogression.
Supreme Court recalls May verdict, says ex post facto environmental clearances violate law. Case referred to new bench for fresh consideration. Read the full story.
Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan delivers sharp dissent against retrospective environmental clearances, calling them 'anathema' to environmental law. Read the full analysis.
Supreme Court recalls verdict barring post-facto environmental clearances through 2:1 majority decision. Chief Justice Gavai leads bench reviewing Vanshakti judgment. Read full analysis.
Indian automakers seek increased super credits for EVs under Cafe-III norms while global watchdogs warn this weakens emissions framework. Key stakeholders divided on clean car transition.
SEBI initiates comprehensive review of listing norms, aims to create smarter, simpler regulations. Chairperson Pandey announces consultation paper coming soon to streamline corporate disclosures.
The UAE's Environment Agency launches an AI-powered digital portal to revolutionize environmental monitoring and reporting, enhancing data accessibility.
Indian Railways implements strict garbage disposal guidelines for OBHS and pantry car staff. Non-compliance may result in contract termination. Learn about the new waste management system.
Tata Motors publicly rejects calls for lenient emission rules for small cars, countering Maruti Suzuki's demand and warning of serious safety risks. Read the full details of the auto industry rift.
Centre withdraws quality control orders on polyester and petrochemical inputs, providing cost relief for MSMEs in textiles and manufacturing sectors while increasing import competition.
A 30-year-old truck helper died after an iron rod fell from the 7th floor at an Andheri construction site. Police confirm safety norms were violated. Read the full investigation.
The RBI's new gold loan norms prohibit lending against repledged gold, forcing banks to wind down certain portfolios. Discover the impact on lenders and borrowers.
Oman secures a seat on UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Programme council, reinforcing its global environmental leadership and commitment to sustainable development goals. Discover how this impacts global ecology.
India's market regulator SEBI announces major reforms in short selling framework, introducing weekly expiry F&O contracts, mandatory securities lending, and stricter disclosure norms for investors.
Exclusive insights from RBI's Malhotra on the careful balance between caution and courage that led to relaxed infrastructure lending norms for banks. Discover how this strategic shift impacts India's economic growth.
SEBI proposes sweeping reforms for market professionals with new certification norms, hybrid learning options, and stricter exemption criteria to enhance competency standards.
Maruti Suzuki, Tata, and Mahindra debate new emission norms as government proposes stricter fuel efficiency standards. Discover how this battle could reshape India's auto industry and affect vehicle prices.
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Chhattisgarh High Court intervenes in Korba's environmental emergency, directing authorities to halt fly ash dumping in mine pits and implement sustainable disposal solutions.
Karnataka's environmental research institute EMPRI in Bengaluru is set for a massive ₹550 crore redevelopment, transforming it into a world-class sustainability hub with state-of-the-art facilities and expanded campus.