Panchkula Police Crack Down on Illegal Mining Operations
Panchkula police intensify crackdown on illegal mining, seizing heavy machinery and registering multiple cases. Authorities vow to continue operations against environmental offenders.
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Activists oppose landfill eco clearance exemption
Environmental activists protest draft notification removing environmental clearance requirements for landfills. Learn how this affects waste management and public health in India.
SC Ruling on Post-Facto Environmental Clearances Sparks Outrage
Supreme Court's reversal on post-facto environmental approvals threatens constitutional right to healthy environment. Experts warn this decision could worsen India's pollution crisis.
India-Norway Pact Cuts EPD Certification Cost by 70%
Pune's Greenex partners with Norway's EPD Global to help Indian manufacturers, especially MSMEs, get Environmental Product Declarations. This strategic move cuts certification costs and boosts global market competitiveness.
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.
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.
Widow set on fire by lover and wife in Uttar Pradesh
A 21-year-old widow was brutally set on fire by her lover and his wife in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor district. The victim remains in critical condition with 90% burns. Police have arrested both accused.
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.
Delhi Police arrest 2 thieves, recover 8 stolen bikes
Delhi Police makes major breakthrough in vehicle theft cases with arrest of two notorious thieves and recovery of eight stolen motorcycles in northwest Delhi operation.
Goa sand mining accused freed due to police errors
In a shocking turn of events, a man accused of illegal sand mining in Goa gets acquitted as police fail to follow proper seizure procedures. The High Court ruling highlights critical gaps in enforcement.
Gaja Marne's lieutenant Sunil Bansode arrested in Pune
Pune Police makes significant breakthrough in organized crime fight with arrest of Sunil Bansode, key aide to gangster Gaja Marne. Details on the operation and seized evidence.
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.
UP youth kills minor over affair, then hangs himself
In a shocking crime from Uttar Pradesh, a young man allegedly murdered a minor girl for having a relationship with someone else before taking his own life. Police investigation reveals tragic details of the case that has stunned the local community.
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.
Odisha: 8 arrested for illegal fishing in Chilika Lake
In a significant enforcement action, Odisha's wildlife officials have arrested eight individuals for illegal fishing activities in Chilika Lake, seizing banned nets and equipment worth thousands.
Timber smuggling crisis: 15 trucks cross border daily
Villagers sound alarm as timber smuggling surges along Assam-Meghalaya border with shocking daily truck movements. Local authorities under scrutiny for alleged inaction.
Bengaluru teen, friends held for mother's murder
In a disturbing case from Bengaluru, a 17-year-old girl and her two friends have been arrested for the alleged murder of the teenager's mother after being caught in a dramatic police chase.
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.
Crime show fan's murder plot foiled by CCTV in Delhi
A Delhi man obsessed with crime shows planned an elaborate murder with two accomplices, but their scheme was unraveled by CCTV cameras. Police arrest trio in dramatic foiled murder case.
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.
Jeypore Police bust robbery ring, recover ₹5 lakh cash
In a major breakthrough, Jeypore police have dismantled a sophisticated inter-district robbery network, arresting two key suspects and recovering ₹5 lakh in cash along with valuable stolen items.
Mangaluru Police Book Rowdy Sheeter for Extortion
Mangaluru Police take decisive action against a known criminal with multiple cases, charging him with extortion and criminal intimidation in a major law enforcement move.
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