Costly Reversal on Green Governance: SC Ruling
Supreme Court's retrospective project clearances dilute environmental jurisprudence and may incentivise violations. Read how this decision impacts India's green future.
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SC Vanashakti Recall: No Win for Retrospective EC
Supreme Court recalls Vanashakti judgment but maintains environmental protection principles. Prior Environmental Clearance remains crucial as ecological damage is irreversible. Industry celebrations premature.
Karnataka CM Announces 5 Green Awards for Environmentalists
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announces five new environmental awards to recognize conservation efforts. Four Karnataka cities face pollution challenges.
SC recalls ban on retrospective environmental clearances
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.
SC Rejects Ex Post Facto Environmental Clearances
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.
Justice Bhuyan dissents on retrospective green clearances
Supreme Court Justice Ujjal Bhuyan delivers sharp dissent against retrospective environmental clearances, calling them 'anathema' to environmental law. Read the full analysis.
SC Allows Post-Facto Environmental Clearances in Split Verdict
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.
UAE Launches AI Environmental Data Portal
The UAE's Environment Agency launches an AI-powered digital portal to revolutionize environmental monitoring and reporting, enhancing data accessibility.
Oman wins seat on UNESCO MAB Council for 2025-2029
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.
Chhattisgarh HC acts on Korba fly ash dumping crisis
Chhattisgarh High Court intervenes in Korba's environmental emergency, directing authorities to halt fly ash dumping in mine pits and implement sustainable disposal solutions.
Bengaluru's EMPRI gets ₹550 crore mega makeover
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.
India's Sand Mining Crisis: Ecological Disaster Ahead
India's construction boom fuels alarming sand mining practices, causing irreversible damage to river ecosystems, groundwater depletion, and threatening millions of livelihoods. Learn about the environmental crisis unfolding across the nation.
NEHU scholars attend climate workshop in Bhutan
Students and faculty from North-Eastern Hill University participate in transformative climate change workshop in Bhutan, focusing on sustainable solutions and cross-border environmental collaboration.
Judges Targeted for Strong Environmental Orders: Justice Oka
Supreme Court judge Justice Abhay Oka reveals how judges face targeted campaigns for passing strong environmental orders. Discover the growing threats to judicial independence in India's climate battle.
Guwahati's Mora Bharalu River Crisis: Garbage Menace Grows
Unchecked waste dumping along Guwahati's Mora Bharalu river sparks health concerns and environmental outrage among local residents. Discover the growing ecological crisis.
NGT orders Himachal pollution board to act on industrial violations
National Green Tribunal takes stern action against Himachal Pradesh State Pollution Control Board for failing to control industrial pollution in Markandey area. Exclusive details inside.
Karnataka CM pushes faster industry clearances for investments
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah directs officials to expedite single-window clearances, positioning the state as India's premier investment destination with enhanced infrastructure and business-friendly policies.
Bombay HC Orders Protective Wall for Sanjay Gandhi National Park
In a crucial environmental move, the Bombay High Court has established a dedicated committee to oversee the construction of a protective boundary wall around Sanjay Gandhi National Park, addressing long-standing encroachment concerns.
Google Earth Gets AI Power: Answer Climate Questions
Google Earth revolutionizes environmental monitoring with Gemini AI integration. Ask questions about climate patterns, floods, droughts and get instant AI-powered insights from satellite imagery.
Punjab farmers booked for stubble burning in Sangrur
Sangrur police take action against agricultural pollution as three farmers booked for violating stubble burning ban. Case filed under environmental protection laws.
Delhi gets Finnish dredger for Yamuna cleanup
Delhi government acquires advanced dredging machine from Finland to accelerate Yamuna river cleanup, targeting toxic foam and sludge removal with cutting-edge technology.
Yamuna Sipping Row: BJP & AAP Clash Over River's Cleanliness
Delhi's political heavyweights clash over Yamuna's water quality as BJP leaders perform ritual sipping while AAP accuses them of misleading citizens about the polluted river's actual condition.
India's Rivers Drowning in Data Gaps Crisis
Shocking revelations about how missing and unreliable data is crippling India's river conservation efforts. Discover why our rivers are facing an information crisis that threatens their very survival.
JSPL's Forest Permit Crisis in Odisha
Jindal Steel and Power Limited faces operational hurdles as crucial forest land permits remain unresolved in Odisha, sparking high-level discussions with state authorities.
Puducherry villagers protest tree cutting for highway widening
Residents of Kuyilapalayam protest massive tree cutting along State Highway near Auroville for road widening project, demanding environmental protection and alternative solutions.
Beyond GDP: Why Growth Requires Constant Renewal
Discover why economic growth requires continuous renewal across education, governance, and environmental sustainability. Essential insights for UPSC aspirants and policymakers.
Delhi's Toxic Air: The Real Culprits Revealed
Unmasking the primary sources choking Delhi's air - from farm fires to urban pollution. Discover the complex web of factors creating India's worst air quality crisis and what needs urgent fixing.
Bombay HC Extends Ambernath Biomedical Waste Plant Deadline
The Bombay High Court extends deadline for Ambernath's alternative biomedical waste facility, addressing environmental concerns and healthcare infrastructure needs in Maharashtra.
Bombay HC Protects Sanjay Gandhi National Park from Encroachment
The Bombay High Court intervenes as illegal constructions threaten Mumbai's green lung. Authorities ordered to address boundary wall issues protecting Sanjay Gandhi National Park from encroachers.
Indian innovator Kushagra Srivastava in global MB100 leaders
Chakr Innovation CEO Kushagra Srivastava joins prestigious Meaningful Business 100 list for revolutionary pollution control technology, marking India's growing impact in climate solutions.
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